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Chapter 16: Stirring Secret and Truth
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Beneath His Gaze Chapter 16: Stirring Secret and Truth
I woke up slowly, feeling incredibly warm. I snuggled further into the heat source beside me, but stopped abruptly when I felt something graze between my butt cheeks. Arms were tightly wrapped around my waist, holding me in place. Alex. Shit. I forgot we do sleep in the same bed now. I don’t even know what we are yet or where this is actually leading to. Did he actually like me, or was he just putting up with me because I’m carrying his children? That thought alone made my chest ache. If I’m being honest, I don’t even know what we’re trying to build, if anything. It's been two weeks since Amanda and I got here. Everything else seems fine. Amanda and Alexandra have grown close, and she and Alex are no longer constantly at odds. They talk when necessary, at least. But me and Alex? We haven’t had a real conversation. No serious talks, no heart to hearts. I even spoke to Alexandra about it. She told me to give him time, that this was just how he gets when something’s weighing on his mi
Beneath His Gaze Chapter 15 : Safe In His Arms
I woke up to a knock on the door. Groggily, I opened my eyes, blinking against the soft light in the room. I reached across the bed with one hand, searching for Alex, but he wasn’t there. He must’ve left after I fell asleep. I still can’t believe I cried in front of him. Now he’s going to see me as some soft-hearted mess. I have no intention of telling him about my family or the fact that I’m no longer a Mafia leader. Not yet, anyway. I don't know how he would react to the fact that I'm finding it difficult to read. I dragged myself out of bed and opened the door. A maid stood there, bowing slightly. “Dinner is ready, sir. Everyone is awaiting your presence.” “Alright, give me a minute.” “Yes, sir,” she replied before leaving. I headed back inside and splashed cold water on my face to chase away the drowsiness, then made my way downstairs. Everyone was already seated at the dining table—everyone except Alex. “Look who finally decided to show up,” Alexandra said as I sat across
Beneath His Gaze Chapter 14: The Confrontation
I can’t believe he’s standing here right now. What if he doesn’t accept the pregnancy? I don’t think I’ll be able to handle a rejection right now. Where would I even start from? I should just calm down… let me hear what he has to say.“You don’t have to be rude in front of my guests,” Alexandra snapped at her brother, giving him a nasty look. “I might be having an important meeting right now. And not every woman wants a rude ass like you—just the ones who want cash. Since that’s the only good thing you offer them.”I caught Amanda smirking from the corner of my eye. She really enjoyed watching people ego get bruised—especially the ones she disliked.Alex started walking toward us.“Then why don’t you hold the meeting at— Ian? Is that you?” he asked, suddenly pausing mid-step. But I didn’t look at him. Not yet. I wasn’t sure what his next words would be, and I couldn’t bear to read his expression just yet.Before he could come any closer, Amanda lifted her hand and blocked him.“Why
Beneath His Gaze Chapter 13: Boom and Arrival
I was so fucking tired. I’d been trying to fold Amanda’s clothes into this damn box for over an hour, and they still weren’t fitting. Why are women’s clothes so complicated? I folded mine, and everything went in perfectly. But Amanda’s? It was like the clothes were fighting back.“I said help me fold my clothes, not wrestle with them,” Amanda said from the doorway, leaning against the frame.I glared at her. “Say that to your clothes, not me. I am trying here.”“Then try harder,” she replied with a shrug.“Your clothes just don’t want to cooperate with me,” I grumbled, tossing them one by one into the box.Amanda sighed, rolled her eyes, and walked over. She started folding them herself, and—just like that—everything fit perfectly in the box.What the actual hell?“Way to show off, Amanda,” I muttered.She smirked. “Just admit you’re jealous.”“Ha-ha. So funny.”“Our visas and everything are ready. We’ll be leaving tomorrow, but I told the pilot to stay on standby in case anything cha
Beneath His Gaze Chapter 12: Bittersweet Decisions
After getting home, we made our way inside. I was exhausted .I still couldn’t believe this was happening to me. I never cry—but now, all the walls I built over the years were crumbling, one by one.Why was life treating me like this? Was it because I’ve killed? Was this punishment for all the blood on my hands? If so, why not just send death to take me? Because I’m not strong enough for this… I never was.“Ian… please stop overthinking,” Amanda’s voice broke through my spiral. “It’s not good for your health. You’re pregnant. This stress—it might affect the babies.”I looked up at her, tears welling in my eyes. She rushed to my side, wrapping her arms tightly around me.“Let it out, Ian,” she whispered. “You can cry. Once in a while. It doesn’t make you weak—it just makes you human.”And with those words, I broke. I cried—no, I sobbed into her shoulder.“Why did they treat me like this, Amanda?” I choked out. “I didn’t do anything wrong. I didn’t even know I could get pregnant. I’m a g
Beneath His Gaze Chapter 11: Shattered Roots
It’s been a week since I found out I’m pregnant.I swear, I would have lost my mind if Amanda hadn’t been by my side, helping me stay sane. Today is my off day, and I decided to do something I’ve always loved—charity work.I started at the hospital, paying off medical bills for patients who couldn’t afford them. Then I visited an orphanage to make sure the children were doing okay. I donated money, clothes, and other essentials.I’ve always enjoyed helping others. Since I have more than enough, and money is usually the problem, why not share it?When I got home, I parked in the driveway and noticed Amanda’s car.That’s odd. Today is her off day too—the day she spends painting, her favorite hobby. So why is she here?The moment I walked in, I saw her pacing in the living room.“What’s the matter?” I asked.She turned around, her face filled with concern. “We have a problem. Let’s sit.”We both sat, and she stared at me for two full minutes before finally speaking.“I couldn’t find anyt
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