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CHAPTER 2: SHADOWS BENEATH THE SURFACE
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Entangled Affair CHAPTER 2: SHADOWS BENEATH THE SURFACE
Ava stayed silently positioned next to the wide window in Damien’s office, her form delicately accentuated by the illumination of the New York cityscape. The city was enveloped in captivating lavender and gold hues as evening descended, as though the earth were letting out a long, heavy breath. Far beneath, existence flourished with cars navigating through traffic, people rushing to their locations, opportunities slipping by unnoticed. Everything merged into a far-off, uneasy buzz. Yet up here, it remained quiet. Nearly tranquil.The sun descended behind a line of glistening skyscrapers, creating long, striking shadows across the sleek surface of Sterling Corporation’s rooftop. A gentle coolness remained in the atmosphere, brushing against her skin like a tender murmur. She grasped a mug of peppermint tea, now lukewarm in her hands, mainly for solace rather than warmth. She didn’t drink. Didn’t move. Her thoughts had drifted somewhere less solid—into that vague, uncomfortable space b
Entangled Affair CHAPTER ONE: THE REUNION
The aroma of espresso lingered in the boardroom, robust and harsh, adhering to the morning as if it had a point to make. Damien Sterling occupied the head of the black table, pen ready, reviewing the merger documents for PhoenixTech. The sharp angles of the New York skyline blinked behind him, but he barely noticed. His world, for now, was paper, ink, and control.He’d spent months on this. Negotiating, strategizing, making sure no cracks showed. This deal could vault Sterling Corporation into the heart of the global renewable energy market. It was everything he’d been building toward—legacy, power, something he could point to and say, I did this.“Mr. Sterling,” Emily’s voice broke through the silence. “The PhoenixTech delegates have arrived.”He didn’t look up. “Send them in.”He rose with quiet precision, adjusting his jacket with practiced ease, already shifting into presentation mode. But nothing—none of the prep, none of the confidence—could have prepared him for what walked thr
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 33: THE WEDDING
Ava stood without shoes in front of the mirror, her wedding gown draped next to her like a tender assurance of a pledge. The room radiated warmth, alive with gentle laughter and the sound of fabric rustling as Izzy, her lifelong best friend, secured the last pearl button at the dress's back."Are you certain this is the right choice?" Izzy asked, her voice lighthearted but soft.Ava nodded gently, her fingers lightly brushing the delicate lace at her waist. “It’s not just a dress” It’s... it’s how I perceive it. Like me. Nonetheless, in addition.Izzy’s grin faded into a gentler, more thoughtful look as she scrutinized her friend in the reflection. "You seem to be a person starting the next phase of her life." And it fits you well, Ava. All aspects of it—the love, the strength, the softness as well.A sudden lump formed in Ava's throat, surprising yet appreciated. Her hands shook a bit as she extended toward the tiny locket on the dresser and fastened it around her neck. Inside, a min
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 32: THE PROPOSAL
The cool autumn breeze lingered in the evening sky as Damien paused before the tiny, hidden café where everything started. The identical location where they first crossed paths, that pivotal night when Ava’s life intertwined with his, transforming everything. He had selected this location for a purpose—because this was where the barriers she’d constructed so meticulously had started to fall apart. Where they had initially experienced a moment that seemed to make time stand still.He gazed at the plain gold ring lying in the pocket of his coat. It wasn't luxurious, but it was all he required it to be. It symbolized his dedication, his vow—his eternity. He had considered this event for weeks, carefully planning how to make it perfect for her. This wasn't just another stage in their relationship; this was the moment that would alter everything. They had battled for their love, and now, it was his moment to demonstrate that he intended to stay.Ava had made great progress, and he had too.
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 32: HEALING TOGETHER
Ava arranged herself beside the window, observing the city outside as the morning sunlight flooded the penthouse, enveloping the living room in a gentle radiance. The landscape, once representative of her struggles and uncertainties, now appeared as a clear route ahead.A month had passed since the press conference, a month since she had ultimately emerged into the light and faced the shadows of her past. The world was different now, and she was too. She felt it profoundly inside her, this subtle transformation, this new phase unfolding before herHer phone vibrated on the coffee table interrupting her daydream. She grabbed it and noticed a message from Damien“Are you ready for today?”Her lips curled into a smile as she typed back:“More than ready.”They had been through so much together so many battles fought in the shadows but now, they were stepping into the light as a couple. For the first time, Ava didn’t feel afraid. Not of the world and not of what it would think of them.Da
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 31: THE PRICE OF TRUTH
The headlines had been relentless over the past week, whispering Ava's secrets like daggers cloaked in curiosityHer father’s abandonment—something she had buried deep—was being exhumed, piece by piece, by the one man that has made her life a living hell these past weeks.Julian.He had escalated his manipulation, weaving her vulnerability into the media narrative in veiled, malicious ways. The press was eating it up. His carefully placed whispers were turning into front-page sensations. Ava’s past—the one she had worked so hard to bury—was now dangling on the edge of exposure.Her hand hovered over her phone, the screen still lit with the last message.“Meet me. Tonight. No more running.”She had known it was only a matter of time. She couldn’t hide anymore—not from the public, not from Damien, and certainly not from herself. Her secrets were no longer safe. And if Julian wanted to use them against her, she would meet him head-on.And so, she went. Alone.Julian rested against the gl
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 30: SHATTERED TRUST
The weight of silence between them was suffocating. Damien had spent the past few days pacing his penthouse, plagued by a helpless sense of déjà vu. He’d been here before—desperate to break through Ava’s walls, only to find them reinforced.But this time, it was different.She had told him about her past—about her father, the abandonment, the years of self-protection that followed. Damien had thought her confession would finally free them, finally bring them closer. But instead, it felt like she had drifted even further away.And that gnawing doubt Julian had planted during their last encounter refused to leave his mind.What else was she hiding?She’d been colder lately. Distant. Her gaze would drift during discussions, her replies brief and unfocused. At times she recoiled when he reached for her, as if she were in a different place altogether.The Ava who once gazed at him as if he were her lifeline in a tempest—was escaping his grasp.And he was unsure how to put an end to it.Ava
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 29: MANIPULATIONS
The city glittered below Julian’s office window, the skyline stretched like a crown of diamonds against the inky night. But he didn’t see it. His attention was consumed by a single, all-consuming objective. Ava Rossi. He had spent months digging into her past, and now the truth sat neatly in a thick manila file on his desk — a chronicle of secrets, abandonment, and the very pain she had fought so hard to conceal. Julian had always known people broke easier when their past was weaponized against them, and Ava was no exception. She would unravel. And Damien would follow. Julian didn’t plan to crush them in a single blow. That would be too easy. No, this needed to be slow. Calculated. The kind of pain that lingered. He started with seeds — small, almost invisible. A well-timed remark over drinks. A carefully constructed pause. “She’s guarded,” Julian said casually to Damien during a networking event, swirling his drink as though they were merely chatting. “Given everything she’s bee
Entangled Affair CHAPTER 28: UNSEEN SCARS
The rain commenced once more, a continuous, unyielding drumming on the windows that reflected the thumping in Ava’s heart.The turmoil inside her was just as powerful, swirling with numerous feelings she could no longer hold backShe sat on the edge of the couch, her hands clasped tightly as she stared at the floor as if it might reveal the answers she couldn't find within herselfDamien was in the kitchen, pretending to give her some room, but Ava could feel the tension radiating from him He was anticipating. He waited for her to say something, to clarify the shadows he frequently noticed in her eyes.She was out of justifications. Depleted of power. The secret she had held so closely to her heart was smothering her, and if she didn't release it soon, she would surely sink in it.Gently, she raised her head.“Damien?” Her voice trembled, hardly rising above a murmur.He instantly turned with his expression easing as soon as he noticed the tears welling in her eyes. Silently, he walke
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