LOGINMy name's Skylar Sothisby. I became the heiress to an internationally renowned fine and decorative art auction house after my brother, Dean, died in a car crash. Like any head of an elite family, my father wanted a successor for our empire. He selected three exceptionally handsome and talented young men and groomed them into business geniuses in their own right, so that one day I could choose one of them as my husband. Of the three, Corbin Ford was his favorite. I tried to grow close to him as well, but he always kept a certain distance. I began to wonder if he was either celibate or inclined the other way, until one day I overheard him speaking to Irina, my late brother's widow, in the courtyard. "You know why I agreed to marry Skylar, don't you, Irina? So I can see you every day." He continued, "Once I become the head of the family business, I'll give you anything and everything you want, sweetie." Before a company soirée, my father summoned me to his study. He asked whether I had decided whom to marry. I smiled. "I choose Cyrus Brennan." He stared at me in shock. "Cyrus? But he's effectively vasectomized after that plane accident two years ago. He can't have children."
View MoreThe side door suddenly swung open and slammed against the wall. Two figures rushed out and charged straight at Corbin.It was Jared and Hector.Jared drove his weight into the comparatively gaunt Corbin from the right. At the same time, Hector struck from the left and snatched the remote the moment Corbin's grip loosened, then kicked it as far away as possible.Jared seized Corbin's arm and wrenched it behind his back, pinning him in place.The crazed man could only scream, "Let me go!""Have you gone mad?!" Jared shouted. "Stop this now!"A police siren wailed in the distance. Officers burst into the hall and quickly took control of the situation. "You're under arrest, Corbin Ford! You are charged on suspicion of kidnapping, threats, and terrorist activities!"As they handcuffed him, the madness in his eyes faded into despair. He looked at me and cried hoarsely, "Skylar… please… I love you!"I looked away. I could not bear to watch.After the police took him away, Jared and H
It was our wedding day. The venue was a real castle built in the 17th century, with a sprawling garden filled with roses."Are you nervous?" my makeup artist asked.I smiled. "Oh yeah. A little."My father took my hand. His eyes were wet with pride and a trace of loss."Oh God, my precious little girl… You're really all grown up," he said, his voice cracking.The doors opened. Hundreds of guests rose and turned toward us. I held my father's arm and walked down the aisle toward the center, where my groom was already waiting.Cyrus wore the most perfect suit I had ever seen. He stood before the altar and looked at me, his eyes bright with joy.My father released my arm, and Cyrus took my hand gently. "Gosh, you're gorgeous."The priest began his prayers. Just as we were about to exchange our rings, the doors swung open. The panels slammed against the wall with a loud, jarring thud.A familiar voice rang out. "I object to this union!"It was Corbin. His clothes and hair were com
"I know I can't turn things back to what they once were," Corbin added shakily. "But you have to believe me. I didn't want to kill you. It was Irin. She's changed—""Enough," I cut him off. "Thanks for saving my life, but I'm not forgiving you.""Skylar… please. Give me another chance to make things right, so I can prove my love to you…""Oh, I get it. You realize Irina's a sinking ship, so now you're hoping to use me," I said with a snort."That's not what's happening. Corbin, to be frank?" I held his gaze. "I wouldn't choose you even if you were the only man in the world."A car hummed nearby before its engine died. Cyrus stepped out and approached us without a word.Corbin saw him, sighed, and turned away.Cyrus glanced at me, his expression shifting to alarm. "Your shoulder. We need to get you to a doctor."…The doctor dressed my stab wound carefully. When he finished, he gave me a light hug. "There, there. It's all over now."It felt warm and safe. For the first time, I
Cyrus leaned close and whispered in my ear, "Don't worry. I expected this. My men are ready to catch her."Warmth spread through me.After the event, Cyrus arranged for his driver to take me home. As the car left the hotel's bustling, glittering lights and moved into the quieter streets, I closed my eyes to rest.A moment later, the driver spoke. "Ma'am? Someone is blocking our way."I opened my eyes and looked ahead. A petite figure in a cap and mask stood in the middle of the road. The driver honked, but the person did not move.He sighed. "I'll have to speak with them."He stepped out and approached the figure. After a short exchange, he turned back to me. "Ma'am, she says you know her."Confused, I got out of the car. The figure reached up and removed her mask and cap.My blood ran cold. It was Irina.Her face was pale, her eyes red, her lips trembling."S-Skylar, Skylar! Listen to me. I'm begging you!" she wailed. "Send me away. Anywhere will do. The police are after me!












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