LOGIN"You didn't?" "No!" "You also weren't staring at me?" "I wasn't!" "And you definitely weren't fixing my hair?" Rose confidently opened her mouth to deny it once more. Only to immediately close it again. She had absolutely no answer. Alex chuckled softly. The sound wasn't loud. It was quiet, wa
The first rays of the morning sun filtered gently through the sheer curtains, filling the bedroom with a soft golden glow that chased away the last traces of the night. Outside, the lake remained calm and undisturbed, its crystal-clear surface shimmering beneath the rising sun as a gentle breeze ri
"You look surprised," Rose said with a small laugh after noticing the expression on his face. Alex smiled honestly. "I've just never seen you dressed like this." Rose lowered her eyes to glance at herself before smiling. "I thought you'd appreciate seeing something other than another formal dres
The moon hung high above the quiet lake, casting a gentle silver glow across the calm water as Alex and Rose lingered beneath the gazebo. Neither of them seemed eager to leave. It was as though the world beyond the estate had ceased to exist, leaving only the peaceful silence that surrounded the
The moment Rose stepped outside, she came to an immediate stop. The backyard was somehow even more beautiful than the front of the estate. A winding stone pathway stretched through a magnificent garden blooming with countless flowers before leading to a beautifully crafted wooden pavilion built di
The city lights gradually disappeared behind them, fading into the distance as the car continued along the quiet highway. One by one, the bright skyscrapers and crowded streets were replaced by darker roads that seemed to lead farther away from the restless heart of the city. Neither Alex nor Rose
“Rose,” William’s smooth voice came through, dripping with feigned affection. “It’s been so long. How are you, my dear?” Rose’s grip on the wheel tightened. She forced her tone to remain light, slipping easily into the same game. “Father. What a surprise. I’m well. How are you?” William chuckled
Rose walked beside Sandra and Kehlani, her bag slung loosely over one shoulder. They had already planned to hang out after school, something light to chase away the heaviness of the week’s drama. “Let’s hit that café downtown first,” Sandra said, flipping her braids behind her shoulders. “We need
The air-conditioned coolness of the upscale mall was almost a relief compared to the suffocating atmosphere of the Gray mansion. They have been browsing through the boutiques in the mall but none of the dresses she saw caught her eye, not until she spotted a new shop and decided to try it. Rose st
She pulled to a stop directly in front of the grand entrance. Before she could even step out, she spotted a familiar figure waiting at the bottom of the steps. Nancy. Dressed in a sharp navy blazer over a silk blouse, her hair neatly swept into a low bun, she looked every bit the efficient, comp







