Share
Chapter 81 - Shattered Truth
Related chapters
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 82 - Love's Redemption
I didn’t know whether to be happy or sad. What did he mean by he was'scared?’ Of what? Me …“What do you mean?” I'd ask him“Do you know how scared I was every time I watched you torn by the emotions of your families? I sometimes wished I could kill them all.” He spat out, “I heard from Leo just how close you were with your father before he betrayed you and watching him get killed; such emotion could put you on edge again, and when your mother’s illness came up... I just couldn’t pour all that on you.” He shook his head, “It’s already bad that you are unstable and pregnant. I didn’t want anything to shake you. That’s why I treated her in secret. My plan was when she regained herself, I’ll bring her to you… But I didn’t know it would get out of hand." he said with his head between his legs, “I’m sorry for yelling at your like that,” he added. “The look of hatred and anger I saw in your eyes earlier was just too much.”I never expected to hear him come clean. Taking a deep breath, she s
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 83 - (The Final) Mine At Last
A day before the wedding in New York, When the steady chattering of the presentation in the meeting felt like a relentless hammering inside Lucian's head, he knew it was time to escape back to his woman. Collecting his leather briefcase, he made his way toward the exit. However, Ken stopped him before he was halfway there. “You're not leaving,” he declared loudly enough to be heard over the incessant chatter. “You said I had to stay until the end,” he reminded Lucian. Lucian's patience was wearing thin. He sighed, his annoyance clear. “I take it back,” he replied, wanting nothing more than to be with the love of his life. Ken couldn't help but grin mischievously. “Feeling a little too full for this sort of thing?” he teased. Ken's expression turned knowing, his intuition telling him that becoming a father had indeed changed everything about Lucian. And he was right. “You can head back home now,” Lucian told him firmly. “I need to see my wife.” “Your soon-to-be wife, you mean?”
Contracted: Love In The Shadow NON-CONTRACTED (Coming soon)
************************************NON-CONTRACTED"My heart... I can't take it. I'm crying right now," Nora whispered, her eyes misty with tears, as she watched Mira and Lucian share their vows."What would it take for her to find happiness such as this?" she murmured to herself, her gaze drifting to the man sitting beside her. In that moment, as if he sensed her shift of attention, Noah met Nora's gaze. Their eyes locked for a split second, a silent understanding passing between them.Suddenly, a bouquet fell into Nora's hands, and she gasped, shocked and stunned. Her eyes widened as she peeled her gaze away from Noah and looked at the flowers in her hands. "What is this?" she asked, her voice filled with surprise, staring at Mira, who beamed knowingly at her."It looks like it's going to be your turn soon," the man beside her said, his voice calm and casual.Nora turned almost immediately to him, her heart racing with a mix of emotions. But his focus was already on the newlywed co
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 1 - Unexpected News
As I stepped into my childhood home after an arduous four-year absence, a sigh escaped my lips. To avoid raising suspicions about my sudden arrival, I called my parents a few nights ago. However, they still appeared concerned. I had hoped to share the joyful news of my promotion to CEO of a prestigious fashion brand with them.Upon taking a deep breath, I cautiously pushed open the front door and entered the living room. Observing my parents anxiously pacing back and forth, I sensed something troubling them. Without wasting any time, I approached them with care."Inquiry: Mom, Dad, what's the matter? You both seem worried," I asked from the doorway.The moment my father, Nicolas Dolman, caught sight of me, he leaped up and hurried towards me, embracing me tightly. "Oh, it's a relief that you're home, dear," he exclaimed with excitement."Thank you, Dad," I replied, returning the embrace."My child, welcome home," my mother, Rachael Dolman, greeted me with a warm embrace as well.Surpr
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 2 - Lucian Creed
Chapter 2 - Lucian CreedLucian Creed stood in his opulent office, gazing out of the wide-screen window as he contemplated the events of the past two weeks. The cunning Dolman had lost his company to him in a deceitful bet, and now he and his wife were desperately seeking to regain ownership. The audacity of their pleas amused Lucian. Just then, a knock interrupted his thoughts."Come in," Lucian called out.His loyal secretary, Ken, entered the room with a respectful nod. "President, it's Secretary Ken," he announced.Lucian sighed, trying to quell his irritation. "You don't need to knock every time, Ken. Just come in," he said."My apologies, sir. I didn't mean to bother you," Ken replied, his eyes downcast."What do you have for me?" Lucian asked, his curiosity piqued."I received a call from Mr. Dolman earlier," Ken reported.Lucian raised an eyebrow. "Let me guess, he wants to negotiate a new deal.""Not exactly, sir," Ken replied. "He claims to have found a bride for you."Lucia
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 3 - The Wedding
Chapter 3 - The WeddingAfter what felt like a seemingly endless thirty-minute drive, the limo finally came to a stop in front of a grand estate guarded by imposing figures. As I stepped out of the car, I was immediately greeted by a group of maids who hurriedly ushered me into the house. "Wait a second," I protested, "What's the hurry?"The maids exchanged glances but didn't offer an explanation, just continuing to push me forward. "Hey!" I objected, but they remained silent, their determination unwavering. My father tried to reassure me, "It's alright, dear. We'll wait for you inside," he said as we passed through the door.Inside the mansion, I half expected to be led into a dark room or some hidden corner, but to my surprise, they brought me to a lavishly decorated room. The bed alone was twice the size of my parents, and the closet was vast, filled with exquisite gowns and shoes of all kinds. "Oh," I exclaimed, taking in the opulence around me.My attention was then drawn to a go
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 4 -Validity
As I observed my mother’s reaction, I knew something was defiantly off, “Of course,” I turned to my mom, and said, “Let’s go,”“After you,” she replied nervously,“Sure,” I walked ahead of her,Good thing the veal was out of the way; as I walked closer, I could see him more clearly. The man was beyond beautiful with eyes as blue as the ocean, and his bisect, was to die for but then again, that gave him to right to take advantage of my family situation.I mean what kind of an asshole demand marriage for a deal such as that? I’ve only been in London for just a day and I’m already married, the thought of it alone is making me want to scream out.Instead of sitting next to him, I decided to sit further from the both of them, while my mother took a seat close to my father, the moment he noticed me, “What are you doing here?” he asked,“I asked her to join us,” Lucian replied, and coldly, “Is there a problem?” “Oh no, I’m just surprised,” Father responded, with the same horrified expressio
Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 5 - My new married life
As I woke up that morning, the bright rays of sunlight greeted me, almost blinding my eyes. I couldn't quite tell if I had slept well or if I had remained awake until morning. The night had felt restless, leaving me with a sense of unease that lingered. "Oh, my God! What am I going to do? My life is ruined," I whispered to myself, tossing and turning in bed, overwhelmed by anxiety. The weight of uncertainty and fear seemed to bear down on me as I contemplated my next step.The thought of explaining my sudden marriage to my boss, who was also my lover, and the few friends, I have managed to gain back at my old place made me even more frustrated. "I can't believe that on my first visit home in four years, I ended up getting married," I sighed, irritated with the situation. "Maybe if I talk to him, he'll let me travel out of London," I contemplated aloud, venting my frustrations to the empty room. There was no need to hold back; I needed to confront this madness head-on.After freshening
Latest chapter
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow NON-CONTRACTED (Coming soon)
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 83 - (The Final) Mine At Last
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 82 - Love's Redemption
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 81 - Shattered Truth
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 80 - Unspoken Bonds
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 79 - Controlled
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 78 - You all I need
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 77 - I love you
- Contracted: Love In The Shadow Chapter 76 – Unexpected Revelations
