Rhea Sinclair’s life had always been horrible. An overweight, unwanted adopted daughter in a family that treated her like a servant, an easy target for bullies in school. Until the day she was shoved into the river behind her school and saved by a stranger. A man whose face she never forgot. Evan Zeeler. Forced to flee the country after another criticism from her family, Rhea returned five years later, no longer the broken, overweight girl they once knew, but a stunning heiress with power, money, and a mission. She was back for her savior. She was back for Evan. But one night changes everything. A night she thought was spent with him, but wasn’t. She had slept with the wrong man, Evan’s identical twin, Elliot. Now, hearts are entangled, lies are blurred Both brothers want her. Both brothers are dangerous in their own way. ------------- “You can only choose one. Who will it be? Evan Zeeler or Elliot Zeeler?” Find out!!
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The door to the room shut with a force that could almost break down the entire building. We slammed into each other as his mouth crashed on mine with lustful desperation His kiss was anything but sweet and gentle. It was filled with lust and need. I returned the kiss with just the same eagerness God! How much I waited for this moment , hoped for this day. I have created scenarios of having a taste of him. Now, here I am, kissing him in flesh For five years, I have longed for this moment He slid his tongue into my mouth, tasting every corner of it. I kicked my shoes away and tossed my purse aside as my hands hurried to his neck, pushing myself closer to him. My heart was in an erratic mess. I couldn't think. Hell! I didn't even want to He grabbed my heavily beaded dress and wanted to rip it off, but couldn't. It was too thick. He let out a low groan in my mouth which sent hot shivers coursing through my body He reached for the back of my dress and pulled the zipper. I simmered out of the dress and was left in nothing but my lacy panties and bra. He pulled his shirt off in a flash and my hand flew to his body, gliding them over his toned abs and broad shoulders We landed on the bed without breaking our lips off. Seconds later, I was out of my bra and he was only left in his boxer As he turned around to take his boxer off, I let my eyes wander around his body. Then, my brows furrowed. His back was smooth,too smooth. It was spotless Where was it? The mole…. There ought to be a mole on his upper back, right below his shoulder blade. I'd carved the image of it into my soul, there was no way I'd mistake it. Even though it was five years ago, I could still remember as though it happened few minutes ago Five years ago I lived a life I wouldn’t wish on my worst enemy. I am the adopted daughter of Mr and Mrs Sinclair, taken in when I was six. Their biological daughter, Isla, was the epitome of perfection, beauty and brains She attended a prestigious school in the city. Since birth, our parents had spent all they could to keep her life along the lines of luxury. It was like her life was sculpted from jade and rubies She was raised like an heiress. She was adored by all, favored by all. Men chased her. Companies begged to recruit her. But me? I was nothing close to her. The only reason for my adoption was so Isla wouldn't get too lonely. I was merely her playmate, or so to put it, her personal maid. Because that's exactly how Isla treated me She never treated me as her sister. She'd always remind me that she's the reason I got the chance to live a comfortable life and I owe her everything for it Not so many people knew of me. I was kept a secret to most. I wasn’t beautiful. Neither was I smart. And I definitely wasn’t wanted. They enrolled me in a low-class school, where I stood out for all the wrong reasons. I was overweight, awkward and quiet. I was the perfect target for bullies. I'd write notes for mates, go on errands for them, be pushed around and laughed at. I couldn't stand for myself, I didn't have the guts to I had no one to turn to, except Reverie. She was the only one who ever saw me. Truly saw me. One day in eleventh grade, I was on my way to Reverie’s class when a group of bullies surrounded me. I pleaded with them and begged them not to hurt me, not again. But they didn’t care. They were so vile that day. They laughed and tore at me, scratching my skin, yanking at my clothes. They left me bruised and bleeding I couldn’t bear to let Reverie see me like that, so I ran to the restroom, locked the door, and cried After school, I just wanted to go home and hide. Hide to cry properly, and ask God what cruel fate he wrote for me. But the bullies were waiting after school. They grabbed me and dragged me toward the riverbank near the school. I knew what they were going to do. So, I begged. They couldn't push me in. I didn't even know how to swim. I was so overweight it was so difficult for me to lift myself, much less swim But they didn't listen. They still pushed me in. The cold water swallowed me whole. I kicked and flailed, but it was useless. My lungs swelled, and my vision blurred, I could hear their distant laughter fading as they walked away. I was scared. I hated my life but didn't want to die. Slowly, I stopped struggling, my strength began to wear off and my body felt thrice as heavy My life was going to end.. Until I felt a hand grab mine. He pulled me from the water, despite my weight. He laid me on the riverbank, helping me cough the water out. When I opened my eyes, I saw him. My very own Savior. And hell, he was striking. His brown eyes, sharp jaw, and his hair drenched and clinging to his forehead. I wanted to thank him for saving him, but I couldn't. My voice had disappeared Then, he stood and turned to leave. And that's when I saw it. The mole, right below his left shoulder blade. A beautiful recognition of the person that saved my life And without another word, he walked away So where had the mole gone? I asked internally as I stared at his back, at the exact spot where it was five years ago“What the splitting fuck! You mean to tell me someone’s been working this hard to convince the shareholders to sell their shares to him?” Elliot’s eyes widened as he skimmed through the documents, disbelief written on his face “Whoever he is, he’s trying to acquire majority control of the company.”“He only demanded money to buy himself time,” Evan said sternly “The threat was a distraction. His real plan has been unfolding beneath our noses.”Elliot tossed the papers onto the side table, frustration boiling all over “This doesn’t add up. Whoever this bastard is, he’s playing a game he can’t win. It’s Zeeler Corporation, for crying out loud. No one just strolls in and takes a shot at it”“That’s what I thought too,” Evan muttered, his jaw tightening. “Until Xander dug up a conversation between Philip, our head shareholder, and an untraceable number. Philip’s already pledged allegiance to the unknown man. And if Philip caves, the rest will follow. He practically controls the shareholde
We both agreed to meet at that hotel. I'd refused to ride in his car because the last thing I wanted was unnecessary attention. Evan Zeeler is a big shot and paparazzis are lingering around, snooping for a scrap of gossip about himI buckled my seat belt and wanted to drive off when a sharp knock on my window startled meI turned and saw a worried Harley. Her brows were pulled together and her lips were pursed in a thin lineShit! How could I forget about HarleyI have myself a mental facepalm“Get in” I said to her as I nudged my head towards the passenger seat“Alright, spill” She dropped her bag on the back seat “What did that woman say to make you so upset?”My mind drifted to what Isla said moments ago She has no sister. She's an only child“She's my sister, Isla”That much was enough information for Harley. I had told her everything about my past. I barely kept any secret from her. She knew me inside-out. With her, I didn't need to put up any walls or fake strength. I could dro
Dear Lord, let this be a mistake! I wasn't ready to face her or anyone from my adopted family. Truth be told, I haven't for once considered reaching out to them to tell them I was back Why would I? Did they search for me while I was away? Did they even care to know if I was still alive?The thought of it hurt. Even though we weren't blood related. We lived together under the same roof for over ten years, it should count as something. Did they not see me as family at all? Tears welled up by the corner of my eyes but I blinked them awayI took a deep breath and turned around, coming face-to-face with my dear sister She sure has changed. More feminine and grown. More woman than girl. Her curves were more prominent especially in the lycra dress she was putting on. And her face? Still deceptive enough to make anyone fall for her bullshitShe was gorgeous, I give that to her. Well, glad to know ‘my family’ was doing just fine, even without me. How….. convenient “I'm Isla Sinclair. I
Rhea’s POVEach step I took was like a heavy rock weighing on my shoulders. I should be the one by his side, with my arms hooked to his. I should be the one elegantly nestled close to him. I could see the woman's lips were slightly swollen and glittering, giving off what must have happened not too long ago. My heart clenched I know I'd only just returned but God! it hurts. I had orchestrated everything. For five Iong years. The thought of being with him was what kept me going. He was the reason I put everything in to build myself and my companies, earning a name and status for myself. He became my anchor From that night he saved me, his aura gave away his aristocracy. Harley’s Intel about him confirmed something I've always known, or at least, suspected. He was no ordinary man. He is Evan Zeeler, the top business tycoon in the country who owned the top businesses in the country and the top second in the world So, I strived to be someone worthy of standing next to him. All my hard
The next day was strenuous but less demanding than the first. I and Evan chatted all through the day. I found myself constantly distracted by the ding of my phone We'll, it was really a distraction. I loved receiving his long, teasing messages. I just wonder how he had the time to send so much texts and manage the top business in the country at the same timeI told him I won't be available tonight and coincidentally, he won't be available as well. We scheduled to meet the next day at the same hotel My stomach flipped at the thought of what would happen in the hotelI left the office early. It was around 5, I had to prepare for the Gala which would begin by 6. And when I passed by the receptionist’s desk and saw a new face, I was pleased Harley picked me up from work, a garment bag hanging on the backseat of the car. She'd also scheduled a home session with a hair stylist and makeup artist It was going to be my first time at a Gala in this country and I didn't plan to go easy. I ha
I worked till late at night. I expected my first day at work here to be overwhelming, but I hadn't expected it to be this clumped. The meeting with Berlin’s board didn't end well. I wouldn't give them what they wanted, that's extortion. I'd rather spend money to secure a way to keep them trapped than let them manipulate me The sky had gone remarkably dark by the time I was able to breatheHarley strode into my office with her tab clutched to her chest. She stopped before my desk and drew her brows together “Promise you won't kill me”“Why would I kill you? What happened Harley?” I moved my back away from the chair “You were supposed to meet with Evan by 8 and it's…… “I looked down at my phone and it was 9:10pm!! I also saw that I had an unread message from an unknown number. I opened it { Still coming around, princess? It's after 8, are you stuck in traffic?} I dropped my phone on the desk and rubbed my temples “Why didn't I get a reminder for this, Harley? I had no idea time was
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