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CHAPTER 6

Penulis: Cynnie omah
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2026-09-22 19:44:10

DEADLY PAST

Aurora instinctively backed away as fear tightened its grip on her. Everything she had endured over the past few years came rushing to the surface, the terror, the humiliation, the struggle, and the baby she had lost. They had killed her child, all to steal her mother's property.

"You?" Leonardo Moretti's expression hardened the moment he recognized the woman standing before him. Despite the heavy makeup covering her face and the way her body had matured into a woman’s, there was
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    MY FIANCÉE'S BETRAYAL "I wanted to tell you, but everything happened so quickly that I never found the right moment, Sop," Aurora pleaded with her friend, attempting to soothe her frustration. Sophia, however, remained thoroughly unimpressed. "Are you serious, Aurora?" Sophia asked over the line, her voice tight with disbelief. "I cannot believe you are marrying Alessandro. You never mentioned a relationship with him. Where did you two even meet? You have avoided the public for five years, and now you are making high-profile appearances at galas where your family and your ex are present. None of this adds up. Tell me what is actually happening." Aurora exhaled slowly. News of her engagement to Alessandro had dominated every major media outlet within hours, becoming the central topic across Bellavere. She had awakened to a string of missed calls and urgent messages from Sophia. Knowing a difficult conversation awaited her, Aurora had delayed calling back until Noah left for school

  • CLAIMED BY THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE    CHAPTER 19

    A PROMISE OF PROTECTION Alessandro lightly massaged his forehead and let out a weary breath. His patience was wearing thin. The man who had requested this private meeting had been staring at him for the past fifteen minutes without saying a word. "Are you going to speak, or do you plan to glare at me all night, Compagno?" Alessandro asked after Matteo D'Amore remained silent for another long moment. "How does it feel, De Luca?" Matteo asked, leaning back in his chair, fixing his friend with a disappointed look. "I had to learn about your engagement through the media." Matteo was far from pleased. The concept of Alessandro's engagement did not shock him, but the identity of the woman chosen left him stunned. "There are millions of women in this city. You could have chosen anyone, but you selected her," Matteo said sharply. "Aurora Perez. Why ruin your standing by tying yourself to her? She is exhausting, not to mention her son. That child is entirely uncontrollable." Alessandro

  • CLAIMED BY THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE    CHAPTER 18

    ENEMIES Alessandro suddenly spun Aurora around before drawing her back into his arms. She landed smoothly against him as his hand tightened on her waist. Her eyes widened at the unexpected movement, but Alessandro only offered a dark smirk. He leaned down to her ear, his tone low and deliberate. "Welcome to my kingdom, my queen. I knew you would be the perfect match for my darkness. My corrupted queen." He pressed a soft kiss to her temple, letting his lips linger on her skin before pulling back, sealing the unspoken promise hidden within their performance. Goosebumps covered Aurora’s skin at his words, the brush of his lips sending her pulse racing. She swallowed hard and managed a calm smile as she noticed the eyes on them. People were watching. Aurora understood his words all too well. Corrupted queen. The title hung in her mind. She was no longer the naive, forgiving girl she had once been. The thirst for justice had transformed her into someone sharper, colder. Alessandr

  • CLAIMED BY THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE    CHAPTER 17

    THE LIONESS WITHIN "The gold on this necklace is one of a kind, and the design is inspired by a wild rose," the auctioneer explained, presenting the exclusive golden piece. Small pieces of gold shaped like delicate petals were arranged around its thick chain. "The bidding will begin at fifteen million euros." "Adrian, I want this necklace," Vanessa insisted, clinging to her husband's arm while keeping her eyes fixed on Aurora. Adrian smirked, glancing directly toward Aurora. He lifted Vanessa’s hand and pressed his lips to it. "It's yours." The couple were clearly attempting to provoke Aurora. Vanessa deliberately spoke loudly enough for her voice to carry, given the short distance between their tables. Aurora turned her cold gaze back toward the stage, her hands tightening into fists beneath the table before she shifted slightly toward Alessandro. "How much is this necklace actually worth?" Alessandro, who had barely been paying attention to the auction, lifted his eyes from

  • CLAIMED BY THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE    CHAPTER 16

    THE BITCHES "Ah, my dear sister, Aurora," Vanessa chimed, wearing a fake smile, though her eyes revealed what she truly felt. Anger and envy were written all over Vanessa Bennett's face as she took in Aurora’s glowing appearance and the lavish gown wrapped around her body. "Where have you been for the past five years? I heard you gave birth to a bastard son." Aurora straightened her posture, her eyes flashing with fury. Rage surged through her as she wished she could rip Vanessa's tongue out of her mouth, but Alessandro's warning about losing control echoed in her mind. She suppressed her anger, stretching her lips into a calm smile. "Miss Bennett." "Not anymore," Vanessa interrupted, raising a finger at her. "Aurora, while you were busy giving birth to Adrian's bastard, I married him, dear sister," she announced proudly with a mocking glint. Aurora’s nostrils flared, her hands curling tightly into fists. "Mrs. Moretti, I suggest you watch your words. If you call my son a bast

  • CLAIMED BY THE RUTHLESS BILLIONAIRE    CHAPTER 15

    MY FIANCÉE The grand ballroom glowed beneath the golden radiance of massive chandeliers, filled to capacity with the city’s ruling elite. Though the charity auction had yet to begin, the cocktail hour was already in full swing. Guests mingled in soft hushed tones, oblivious to the storm brewing right in the center of the room. Standing together in a cluster were Aurora’s worst nightmares. The Morettis! And they weren’t alone. Aurora’s grip tightened on Alessandro’s arm, her jaw locking as her eyes landed on the people who had conspired to destroy her life six years ago. She hadn't anticipated confronting them all under one roof so soon. Her stepmother, her stepsister, and her father were standing side by side with the Moretti family. Alessandro felt the sudden, rigid shift in her posture. A subtle frown creased his brow as his eyes traced her line of sight, identifying the viper's nest gathered across the floor. "Exposing your emotions is the greatest tactical mistake you ca

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