로그인Elena dreams of becoming a world-class chef. On the day she sets out to pursue her passion, her father, Jon Nolan, sells her in marriage to Brad, who paid off Jon's debts just to have Elena - and win a bet. For two years, she plans her escape from the hellish marriage. Suddenly faced with an external danger that threatened her life and that of her unborn child, she flees prematurely into Boston, carrying a secret that could bring down the most ruthless crime family in Massachusetts and her husband. Now, these men searched the city for her. Elena finds shelter in the Banks’ Family Center, where she hides until her child, Sky is born. Ary Banks, a reclusive billionaire with zero interest in love, walks into Elena's life. The first woman he ever finds intriguing! Ary soon learns that beyond her enchanting laughter is a world of storm, too enormous for her to survive. That same storm now poses a threat to his empire and everyone he cares about. To save his empire, he must protect Elena and Sky. But this means he must be willing to battle not only the external enemies but his estranged mother who has ruthless ambitions and also welcome disruption in his controlled world. Obsessed with controlling his life, Ary's mother will stop at nothing to tear away those closest to him - especially the woman he’s beginning to love - until she is the only anchor he has left, until she could rule his empire and life. Thrusted on each other by fate, Elena and Ary realize their growing connection and dare to trust again. As old wounds resurface, new enemies arise. They must decide if their fragile love is worth the fight - or if it’ll be destroyed before it could ever bloom.
더 보기Julia's and Elena's heads snapped to Ary with wide eyes, the shock clearly written on their faces.He remained quiet like he hadn't said anything. Then Elena turned her gaze to Julia, who seemed to be studying Ary's unreadable face, and after a few seconds turned back to her.“That's doable. A different environment is good,” Julia said at last.Elena couldn’t hold back the question inside her head. “Has it ever been held here before?”“No, first time. But, it'll be even more special for that reason.”A hush fell over the table, the first time since they sat. Elena had sensed Julia’s surprise in the way her fork hovered mid-air. Was Mr. Banks doing this for her? The thought tightened her chest as Ary calmly chewed.When dinner was over, Julia stayed for a while in the sitting room to chat with Ary. Elena served them drinks before excusing herself to go tend to Sky.“Well, that was… unexpected,” Julia said once Elena was out of earshot. “Are you sure you want the entire Family C
It was her.He knew it before he opened his eyes. Everything unfamiliar around him was related to her.Ms. Nolan.His eyes flicked to the wall clock. It was just a little past 2 PM. The knock came again, this time, not as light.He got up to go open the door. Elena stood there with a tray bearing a glass of freshly squeezed orange juice and a steamy bowl of spicy broth. The faint warmth from the broth traveled upwards. She cleared her throat lightly. “It didn’t seem like you were going to come out any time soon,” she said, avoiding his eyes. “You need to keep your strength up after the fever.”He didn't take the tray and kept standing in the doorway.“You made food?” he asked, surprised at her. “I told you to go back to sleep.”“It’s not that simple.”“You’re of no use to Sky, sick,” he cut me off with a slightly sharp tone, startling me.“I'm really fine. I… I had to make something, and you have to take it while it's hot,” she responded, pushing the tray forward.“You’re somethi
Third Person POV Dina was still reeling from the sting of her failed plan. She had everything worked out. She was going to work Ary to the point where something inside him would break because no one knew his insecurities better than her. And she did. Maybe too much. Ary broke but exploded, and the next thing she knew, old Jim bundled her out like yesterday's trash. She clenched her fists at the memory. She'd gone there prepared to spend the night, tend to him, and eventually coax his trust. If all had gone as she planned, she'd have been in his house by his side. Instead, she paced her living room, frustration riding on her every breath. Ary was stronger than she gave him credit for. Her eyes narrowed in concentration, thinking of what else she could do to gain entry back into her son's life. Suddenly, she slowed down to a stop, considering the next obvious option. Julia. Ary's anchor. If Julia was out of his life, he would be crushed. He'd have no spirit l
The light from the kitchen lit up the hallway. Ary headed toward the kitchen. Elena was there cleaning surfaces that were already spotless. Her hands moved with precision, wiping down counters and rearranging cutlery, but her tensed shoulders betrayed her agitation. She worked as if she could scrub away the exchange that just happened between them. “Ms. Nolan.” His low tone cut through the quiet. She stopped mid-motion, then turned slowly to face him. “Sir…” He wasn’t ready to hear another stinging word from her, so he said the first thing that came to mind, if only to silence her, while he sorted out his thoughts. “Coffee, please.” Her eyes flicked up, disbelief flashing at the absurdity of the request, but she obeyed.While she worked, Ary busied himself with making tea. The air stayed taut with tension. Neither spoke. Neither looked at the other. When she finally the cup of coffee before him, he took it and, in turn, gave her the tea he’d made. Elena stare
Third Person POV Ary slipped in and out of awareness and every time he surfaced, Elena was there.She'd call his name, begging him to wake up.At other times, she scolded him for scaring her half to death.Cool towels pressed against his skin, shifting from his forehead to his neck, his arms, even
Elena's POV After I fed Sky and laid her back in the crib, my eyes landed on Mr. Banks’ robe. I lifted it, the soft fabric slipping through my fingers. Without meaning to, I brought it to my face. The now familiar scent returned to me like a wave.It was crisp, masculine, and charged with someth
Third Person POV Morning crept slowly into the mansion, pale light filtering through heavy clouds. The storm had passed, but the silence it left behind was heavier than before.Julia arrived at the mansion just after dawn. She’d barely slept, and worry got her out of bed before her alarm could g
“What?” she snapped. Ary’s expression stayed the same. He could feel her anger through her gaze. He should have backed off. But he didn’t. Instead, his next words were even more deliberate. “You’re clever enough to know what that kind of evidence is worth. So forgive me if I question your t
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