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Bared To You Chapter Twenty Three
Edwina Struggling to keep my eyes open at barely 6 am, I resisted the temptation to succumb to sleep. Rising from bed, I neatly folded the blanket, returned it to the wardrobe, then lifted and rolled my mattress onto the wardrobe. My sisters, exhausted from chatting all night, were still asleep after Evelyn's return from Eisner with our mother. Leaving the room, I headed to the sitting room and was surprised to find Justice, shirtless, engaged in one-handed push-ups. With a mischievous smile, recalling his earlier claim of weakness, I tiptoed and playfully dropped onto his back, prompting a loud grunt as he buckled under my weight and collapsed. "What the hell, Edwina?" He growled, turning to look at me. "Get off!" "I'm just helping you out," I feigned innocence. "With what?" He rasped. "Your weak muscles. Didn't you admit you're not as strong as you appear? Consider this my contribution to building your strength." "I meant my immune system is compromised," He hissed. "It has
Bared To You Chapter Twenty Four
StevenI found it disheartening that Edwina dismissed my cautionary advice about associating with Justice, a man she knew little about and who posed potential harm to her family. While I appreciated her occasional stubbornness, I wished she would heed my warning and keep her distance from Justice. Perhaps my concern was fueled by the notion that Justice was the type of guy who effortlessly captured hearts, evident in Edwina's older sisters being infatuated with him. This led me to fear that Edwina might also develop feelings for him.My decision to visit her arose from my insecurities, stemming from the scarce moments I spent with Edwina lately, as she was frequently engrossed in activities with Justice. Upon my visit to her house, I witnessed them dancing on the veranda, accompanied by music from the Bluetooth speaker she had borrowed from me, while her sisters enthusiastically cheered them on. Having been friends since the age of six, I had never witnessed Edwina dance before. Sh
Bared To You Chapter Twenty Five
Maximillian "Justice, is something on your mind?" Edwina asked, joining me on the veranda steps. Despite the early evening hour, it felt like midnight. Dinner, although delicious, had gone unnoticed by me. "What do you mean?" I pretended ignorance. "Really?" She rolled her eyes. "You're going to play dumb with me?" "I have no clue what you're talking about," I innocently replied. "Fine." She sighed. "You were quiet during dinner, not enjoying your food as usual. It worried me." "I'm fine," I reassured her. "Thanks for your concern. I didn't expect this day to come." "I'm not as bad as you think," She insisted. "No, you're not," I agreed. "I actually want to thank you." "For what?" "For accepting me." "Of course," She smiled. "Does this mean we're friends now? Friends worry about each other." I asked. "Sure," she beamed. "Friends." "It's a beautiful night," I remarked. "It's starless and moonless. How is it beautiful?" She asked, confused. "It just is," I shrugged. "I t
Bared To You Chapter Twenty Six
Desmond Williams's obsession with Esther Jonas began when he was only sixteen years old. He'd met her for the first time at the market where he'd gone to collect his weekly allowance from his mother and without watching where he was going, bumped into Esther who was carrying a crate of eggs.At the age of sixteen, he wasn't a saint by any means but meeting Esther made him feel like he'd come across an angel sent from heaven. Cliche, right? Well, that was exactly how he'd felt and he knew right there and then that he had to make her his. Unfortunately, his romantic advances were met with rejection from Esther who refused to be associated with a notorious playboy like Desmond. Determined not to let anyone else have her, he threatened all the boys who tried to get close to Esther and made sure no one ever asked her out. Seven years later, his obsession with her was still going strong and she was still elusive to him.He was astounded when he found her clinging to the stranger with no me
Bared To You Chapter Twenty Seven
MaximillianEdwina possessed an elusive quality that puzzled me. Initially, I pondered whether her beauty or sharp mind was the source of intrigue, but I eventually understood that it was her heart that held an irresistible allure, drawing me in like a moth to a flame. Despite having dated numerous women, none held my attention outside their presence. Edwina, however, was an exception, prompting her sisters to observe my preference for her company over theirs, leading them to question me about it."Do you like Edwina?" Esther asked me."Like her?" I feigned ignorance. "What do you mean?""Forgive me for saying this, but don't play dumb with me." Esther remarked. "Evelyn and I have noticed the closeness between you and Edwina. It's even more than the one she shares with Steven. Is something going on between you two?""Like what?" Confusion furrowed my brows."Justice!" Esther groaned. "Stop doing that."I laughed. "Doing what?" Though I understood her question, there was no way I'd di
Bared To You Prologue
A year ago "What do we have here?" inquired Dr. Garcia, one of the attending doctors, addressing the paramedic. "A male, 19 years old, victim of multiple gunshot wounds. His blood pressure is 90/60. We administered one liter of saline during transport; he lost a significant amount of blood." The paramedic replied. Upon being transferred from the gurney to the emergency ward bed, the patient was fitted with an oxygen mask, and sensors connecting to a heart monitor were attached to his body. Immediately, the alarm sounded, indicating a very low pulse. "He's going into cardiac arrest," Garcia's colleague, Dr. Saunders, announced. "Is the defibrillator ready and charged?" Dr. Garcia swiftly asked. "Ready, doctor." A nurse responded. "150 joules! Clear!" The shock was administered, but there was no response from the patient. "200 joules! Clear!" The shock caused the patient's body to arch off the bed, but there was still no response. "He's gone," Saunders stated as the asystole a
Bared To You Chapter One
EdwinaDuring my mother's pregnancy, the midwife confidently announced that a baby boy was on the way due to my lively movements, sparking great excitement in my parents. They had eagerly anticipated the arrival of a son after having two daughters and had even chosen the name Edwin. However, upon my birth, their expectations were shattered as I turned out to be a girl, leading to my name being changed to Edwina, much to my father's disappointment.At the age of six, I had a vivid dream where I envisioned myself as the queen of a magnificent kingdom, a vision that filled me with immense joy despite the unlikely prospect of encountering royalty. I confided in my mother about this dream, and she fervently prayed for its realization. Unfortunately, my older sisters ridiculed me, labeling me "Joseph the dreamer." Esther, my eldest sister, dismissed my dream as impossible, doubting that even a royal servant would take notice of me, let alone a Crown Prince. She explained that it seemed imp
Bared To You Chapter Two
Maximillian People say we each have our personal prisons, even though we're not physically confined; sometimes, we choose to remain trapped. It had been a year since my best friend Darius passed away, and I hadn't moved past my grief. How could I, when everything around me served as a reminder of him? His face haunted my dreams, his laughter echoed in my ears, and his voice lingered, sharing dreams of a future he'd never witness, all ended by my own hands. I resented the pity mirrored in my parents' and siblings' expressions, and their delicate treatment of me as if I were a ticking time bomb. Rejecting their sympathy felt rude, and I couldn't openly express my disdain for my privileged life.Writing a farewell letter to my parents proved to be the most challenging task I'd ever faced, yet it was necessary. I couldn't be certain if leading an ordinary life would ease my guilt or bring slight comfort, but regardless, I'd acknowledge my suffering as deserved. Having completed my lette
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