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Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 96
Ivana's POVSitting across the table from Trenton and the kids who had refused to leave his side, I was chewing on my chips.It was weekend so it was a work free day for me. Trenton had come to pick me up and the kids refused to let go of him that's why they ended up here. “Are you still sulking?" Trenton asked, a hint of amusement in his eyes while I rolled my eyes, letting out a low huff.“You should have left them with mom." I huffed, chewing on my chips even more furiously, my hand stuck up in my hair.“I can handle them." He retorted and as if on a cue, Kiera who was trying to dip her chip into her plate of sauce, tumbled it over and in that instant, everything spilled on him. At first, I was wearing a horrid expression but seeing the pout on Kiera’s face made my lips twitch and the next minute I was reeling with laughter. “Hey, what happened, I couldn't reach you.” Fabrizio who had just joined us said to Trenton who was having a hard time keeping things under control. "Kian
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 95
Ruslan’s POVTitling my head to the side, I let out a low huff before swirling around to face Nico who was behind me, waiting for further instructions. “What did you just say?” I was on the verge of laughing in his face. "Slade offered to help us hit the deal only if we step down from the deal we were trying to conclude with the guys from Morocco.”"The next time he comes to you, redirect him to me. I might consider it if he says that to my face.” I muttered, watching Nico as a knowing smile spread across his face. Walking away from the window, I positioned myself in the middle of my office, staring at the oak door as I replayed father's words in my head. He has asked me to find Xavier, my cousin who suddenly fizzled into the air without a single trace. Everything that could be done to find him had been done but it was to no avail. He had been missing for over a year before we were notified by my uncle. “I bet he is already dead." I muttered, rubbing my nape. "I beg to differ.
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 94
Ivana’s POVFor more than five minutes, we stood across each other, no one said a word or even made an attempt to. The only word ringing in my head was when he said someone should eliminate the problem, maybe threat, I had forgotten that as I was panicking. Rubbing my forehead which was aching, I stumbled backwards, swirling around to leave but he halted in front of me. With a voice tingling with genuine concern, he stopped before me and tenderly, he raised my chin so that I was staring back into his eyes.“Are you alright?" He asked and for some reason my teeth began to rattle as I stared back at him, trying all I could not to pass out. He has caught me eavesdropping but he wasn't making any attempt to address that. He was feigning like nothing happened. Snapping my eyes shut, I took a deep breath and the next second, I was a few feet away from him, my hands folded before me.Staring at his shirt sleeve which had now been throughly soaked with blood, I said, “You're bleeding too
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 93
Ivana’s POVSitting in my favourite position at the studio, a brush was dangling in my hand as I stared at the blank canvas in front of me. The smell of turpentine and fresh acrylics soothed my nerves and immediately the inspiration hit, I dragged the brush across the canvas, layering strokes of pale gold over the subtle pink tones I had spent the last hour blending.I was painting a girl silhouette who had her head turned toward a lake that shone under the moonlight. It was the theme of the week and so I wanted to put in my best.Keeping me company in the large studio which was deserted as everyone has gone for lunch was the gentle instrumental music playing from my phone. The instant there was a shift in the air, I noticed and immediately, I turned off my music, turning to face the intruder who was no other than Benny. Crossing his hands on his chest, he muttered, “You don't like the food around here?"“I had a late breakfast." I said through my teeth, resisting the urge of scoo
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 92
Ivana's POVAfter a long day at work, Fabrizio had asked everyone to stay back and together, we all headed to the restaurant which was a stone throw from the gallery. The almost dead restaurant lit up when we arrived. Laughter was spiralling from each corner, the clinking of glasses too and then the aroma of roasted chicken and wine. While others chatted, I dug into my meal, relishing the tasty chicken whose aroma had been messing with my brain since noon. The long mahogany table in the middle of the restaurant was surrounded by the top artists of Montalto Gallery and I considered sitting among them a rare privilege. Eating with them meant I had been included in their group and I was doing well with my craft and I wasn't going to take this opportunity for granted.Sipping from my glass of red wine, I craned my ear to listen to every bit of their conversation as their voices were rising and falling. It had been a week since I took up the job and I must say it was the best decision
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 91
Ruslan’s POVFor more than ten minutes since I stepped into my room, I was still frozen in place, my eyes on one woman whom I thought I was never going to see again.Atina Dumello, my ex-girlfriend who suddenly disappeared without a trace, not like I really cared but now, she is back. I hadn't meant her randomly, instead, I had met her in my house and room of all places and at the moment, she was lounging on my bed like she still had a claim to it. It has been a year since I last saw her but she still looked exactly the same, a little more refined but recognizing her was instant.Her dark curls which she always left resting on her back were now styled with effortless grace, and her lips painted in the shade I used to love. The scent of her expensive perfume clung to the air, sickly sweet and far too familiar. I hadn’t smelled it in a year, but yet it brought back memories that twisted in my chest like barbed wire.“What the hell are you doing here?” I asked when I finally found my
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 90
090Ruslan’s POVSeated behind the counter, I was staring at the cellar of drinks just in front of me. The glass I held trembled between my fingers as I swirled the remaining whiskey in slow, tight circles. The bar was dimly lit, hazy with smoke from cigarettes, and thick with the low murmur of conversations and clinking glasses. A lot of things were happening but I was lost in all of it. I wasn’t listening to what was going on around me.Not to the music, not to the men talking about the Irish syndicate making waves in Brooklyn and not even Nico who sat across from me feeding me with the latest updates from the underworld.All I could hear was the sound of her name in my head.Ivana.I tried to forget her but it was not easy. She was an integral part of my life. The therapy wasn't even helping, instead things got worse and was slowly spiralling out of control.My obsession with Ivana was driving me crazy and I was barely holding it in.“Boss,” Nico called, leaning in. “The Italia
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 89
Ivana’s POVStaring at the screen of my phone while it vibrated, I was contemplating on ending the call but on the other hand, I felt Trenton was going to be disappointed if he found out I rejected the offer.After three rings, the lines connected. “Hello, Fabrizio Orlov, how may I be of help?" He asked, forcing me to send my teeth into my lower lips. I was itching to ask him if he was related to Ruslan. If he did, there was no way I was going to accept this job.Disappointed that I couldn't do a background check on him, I wanted to hang up but then his voice came through again. “Ivana Alex." I introduced myself. Taking a deep drink of air, I pushed my hand into my hair and with a voice barely above a whisper, I said, “I thought about your request, I will accept it.” Shutting my eyes tightly, I continued to dig my teeth into my lips, my heart ramming against my chest.I was terrified. I felt like I had messed up things with my unprofessional response. "I’m glad you did.” He repl
Craving Him, My Step-Brother Chapter 88
088Ivana’s POV At the end of the meeting with Fabrizio, I could barely breathe. I was as if my air supply had been cut off and I was just trying to survive. His last name and accent had been stamped to my head and it was hard to forget it no matter how much I tried to.Gulping, I rubbed my forehead which was aching slightly as I stumbled towards the stairs. “Hey, miss Ivana." The Italian accent made me halt and slowly, I turned around to face him, my brows twisted. Halting beside me, he muttered, “I'm sorry I didn't get to treat you to a cup of coffee earlier."“Oh, you really don't have to worry about something like that. I’m perfectly fine." I laughed, amused with his words."Okay, if you say so.” He muttered, rubbing his neck. "Next time, I will treat you to something better.” Before I could react, he added, "I hope there will be next time.” Unsure of what to say, I flashed him a forced smile. "Thank you for your hospitality, I will relay my decision to you.” After a curt b
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