Se connecterThe abandoned building had fallen into complete silence. Outside, the evening shadows crept slowly across the overgrown estate grounds, while a cold wind slipped through the shattered windows of the old structure, making the entire place groan softly as if it were alive. Inside, Rose sat motionl
Robert was already pulling out his phone. “I hope not.” The call connected quickly. On the other side, Alex was busy working on some important paperwork in his office. However, when he saw the call was from the mansion he immediately picked it. “…What is it?” Robert rarely interrupted him duri
The next day The sky hung low over the King Estate, soft clouds drifting lazily above the endless stretch of manicured gardens and towering trees. Inside the mansion, everything was unusually quiet. Alex had left early that morning for work after receiving an urgent call from the company, leav
Rose sat comfortably beside Robert on one of the large cream-colored sofas while listening to one of his old stories about Alex’s childhood. Her laughter rang softly through the room, bright and genuine in a way that had become increasingly common lately. “You’re lying,” Rose said between laughs.
The moment the private elevator doors closed, the noise from the lobby disappeared completely. Silence settled inside the spacious elevator as Rose stood beside Alex while trying very hard not to overthink the situation. Unfortunately, overthinking was exactly what she was doing. Especially beca
Then Derek’s phone buzzed. Normally, he would ignore interruptions during meetings. But after glancing at the screen, his expression changed slightly. Alex noticed immediately. “What.” Derek leaned down slightly before speaking quietly. “Miss Rose is downstairs.” The executive room froze instantl
The long, winding driveway of the Gray family ancestral estate gleamed under the afternoon sun. Gravel crunched under the tires as they approached, and the scent of freshly trimmed hedges mingled with the faint aroma of polished stone. Its stone arches and towering iron gates radiated centuries of o
The matriarch leaned back and stared straight at Charles. “Charles.” He nearly jumped. “Y-Yes, Mother?” “Shall we begin with you?” she asked coolly. “Or would you prefer your siblings hear the list privately?” Charles paled. But Donna continued mercilessly. “Three lawsuits settled quietl
Rose could feel Alex’s gaze drilling into the side of her face even though she stared stubbornly out the window. He wasn’t saying anything. He wasn’t smiling. He wasn’t blinking, probably. Just watching her. Waiting for her to talk. Finally, unable to endure it anymore, she slowly turned toward
Ggregory leaned back in his chair, exhausted. He pinched the bridge of his nose before dialing Nancy. It didn’t even ring twice before she picked up. “Ms. Miller?” “Report?” she asked immediately. “Yes.” Gregory sighed. “It didn’t go well. Mr. Ashmore refuses to accept any termination. He claims







