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Chapter 23 Vivian’s Game
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A soft rustling of fabric stirred the quiet air. Adrian had returned home. The study was dimly lit, and as he stepped inside, his sharp gaze immediately landed on the figure sprawled over his desk. Emily. She had fallen asleep, her cheek resting lightly against her folded arms, the soft glow of the desk lamp casting a gentle warmth over her features. For a moment, he simply stood there, his expression unreadable. Then, his eyes flickered to the desk. Scattered across the surface were brushes, tubes of paint, and the cufflink box—now adorned with delicate strokes of color. He stepped closer. Emily had painted over the damaged area with intricate detail, transforming the flaw into something uniquely beautiful. Adrian’s gaze softened. She did all this…for him? Just as he reached for the box, Emily stirred. Her lashes fluttered open, her sleepy gaze meeting his. For a moment, neither of them spoke. Then Adrian’s voice, low and gentle, broke the silence. “
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Emily stepped into the company lounge, balancing the neatly wrapped meal in her hands. She unfolded the packaging, revealing an exquisitely arranged lunch. A delicate seafood bisque, still warm and rich with flavor. Tender slices of seared beef, arranged atop a bed of creamy truffle mashed potatoes. A fresh, vibrant salad with edible flowers, lightly dressed in citrus vinaigrette. A small dessert—a handcrafted dark chocolate tart, topped with gold flakes. A small white note was tucked inside. “You didn’t eat much this morning. Don’t go hungry.” Emily paused, running her fingers over the paper. She didn’t need to guess. This was Adrian. And from the very first bite, she knew the food was made by his private chef. She had eaten this chef’s cooking several times now. And each time,it was perfect. By the time she finished the meal, she felt warm, full, and strangely taken care of. Without overthinking it, she pulled out her phone and sent a quick text. Em
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As soon as they entered the penthouse, Adrian loosened the top buttons of his shirt, his movements slower than usual. “I’m going to take a shower,”he murmured. Emily nodded.“Okay, I’ll wait on the couch.” She had barely sat down when the bathroom door creaked open slightly. “Emily.” His deep voice carried through the air. She turned her head.“What?” The door opened just enough for his hand to slip through. “I forgot to bring my clothes.” Emily let out a soft laugh.“Really? You always seem so well-prepared.” Adrian didn’t respond, simply waiting. Shaking her head, she got up and walked toward his walk-in closet. His suits and shirts were arranged with sharp precision, each piece reflecting his meticulous nature. She grabbed a set of dark-colored sleepwear and returned to the bathroom, pushing the door open slightly to pass them through.
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Emily collapsed onto the bed, staring at the ceiling, her heart still racing. Her fingers brushed against her lips, as if to erase the lingering heat from his kiss. But the problem was—she didn’t want to erase it. She squeezed her eyes shut. He’s drunk. That was the only explanation. That was the only thing that made sense. And yet— Even as she told herself that, she couldn’t ignore the way her entire body still burned from his touch. She turned onto her side, burying her face in the pillow. But no matter how hard she tried— She couldn’t forget the way he kissed her. Couldn’t forget how it felt when his lips touched her skin. And worst of all— She couldn’t forget the way her body had responded. It took a long time for sleep to come. - The next morning, Emily woke to the smell of something warm and familiar drifting through the air. She rubbed the sleep from her eyes and stepped out of the guest room, following the scent toward the dining area. O
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A Design’s PR team was distancing themselves. Even the board members who had once spoken kindly to her were staying quiet. Vivian was alone in this. Her father sighed heavily, running a hand through his thinning hair.“Vivian, I swear to God, if you mess this up—” “I won’t.” Vivian lifted her head, her voice suddenly steadier. Her father’s glare didn’t soften.“Then fix it. And fast.” With that, he turned and stormed out of the room, slamming the door behind him. The house fell into a tense, suffocating silence. Vivian slowly exhaled. She reached forward, gathering the papers into a neat stack, her fingers smoothing out the creases. Her gaze fell onto the official cease-and-desist order. Her own name printed boldly next to words like“unauthorized use”and“intellectual property theft.” Her nails dug into the paper. Emily.
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Emily stood on the yacht’s deck, the salty breeze threading through her hair as she gazed up at the sky. The sea stretched endlessly before her, a vast expanse of deep blue, calm and steady. For the past few minutes, her phone had been vibrating relentlessly inside her bag. Over and over. She didn’t need to check to know who it was. Mike. But she didn’t pick up. Instead, she let the sound fade into the background, focusing on the shifting sky. She turned toward Adrian, who stood a few feet away, effortlessly composed, one hand resting on the yacht’s railing. “Look,”she murmured, tilting her head.“The sun is coming back out.” Adrian followed her gaze. Dark storm clouds had hovered over the water earlier, blocking out the light. But now, slowly, the sun pushed through, its golden rays piercing through the gaps in the clouds. He glanced back at her, eyes sharp but unreadable. “My parents will be returning next week,”he said suddenly.“They’ve heard about the we
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The space between them stretched thin, charged and brittle. People around them were starting to notice, glancing over with curious eyes. The gift box remained suspended awkwardly between them, Mike’s hand still waiting, expectant. Emily’s fingers curled into her side, rigid with the effort not to move, not to take it. A heartbeat later, a warm hand closed over the box. Another arm slid around her waist in a firm, unmistakable claim. Emily exhaled in a rush as Adrian pulled her gently against him, his presence a wall between her and everything else. He turned to Mike with a polished smile that didn’t reach his eyes. “Mike,”Adrian said smoothly, his voice calm and cutting all at once. “Good to see you. Please, enjoy the evening. Have a seat.” Without waiting for a response, Adrian laced his fingers through Emily’s and steered her away with effortless possession. Emily followed, her heart hammering, the heat of his hand grounding her as they moved through the crow
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With a low,ragged growl,he shifted,gripping her hips firmly as he drove into her with a sudden,deeper thrust. Emily gasped sharply,her back bowing off the bed,her nails digging into his skin as he filled her completely,claiming her in a way that left no room for thought. He caught her mouth in a fierce kiss,swallowing every broken sound she made,moving inside her with a raw,aching need that he no longer bothered to hold back. His control—so carefully maintained—was gone now,undone by the way she trembled for him,by the way she clung to him like he was the only thing keeping her grounded. And he was. He always would be. Their bodies moved together in a wild,desperate rhythm,each thrust sending another tremor through her,each kiss deepening the way they unraveled into each other. In that moment,nothing else existed— just the burn of skin against skin, the frantic beating of two hearts colliding, and the unspoken vows stitched into every breathless touch. Emily’s
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Emily caught a glimpse of Adrian holding his phone up, filming something. She tilted her head curiously. “What are you doing?” He didn’t look away from the screen as he answered, voice low and steady. “Recording you,”he said.“So next time you’re scared, you can look back and remember this feeling—this moment when you chose courage. Then, little by little, we’ll stack up so many good memories that the fear won’t stand a chance.” Emily blinked, then smiled—a small, genuine smile that reached her eyes. He was right. Facing things, handling them one step at a time, was how real confidence was built. Not overnight. But piece by piece. Her heart felt lighter. When they finally headed back down the winding mountain roads, Emily kept her hands steady on the wheel, a quiet kind of pride blooming in her chest. They decided to stop for lunch on Lexford Boulevard again. Emily pulled into a spot near the restaurant. As she climbed out, a loose piece of gravel shifted under he
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Adrian’s expression softened. He reached out, pulled her gently into his arms. She didn’t speak, not right away. Just breathed. Just trembled. He pressed a kiss to her hair. Then, quietly— “Sometimes the body remembers what the mind forgets. Especially when it’s something you weren’t ready to carry.” His thumb brushed along the back of her hand, grounding her. “Sometimes the mind tucks things away until it’s ready,”Adrian said softly, brushing a strand of hair from her face.“Especially when you’re that young. Four years old…most people don’t remember much.” “But something in you held onto it,”he added, his voice quiet but certain.“And whatever it was—whoever they were—you weren’t alone then.” He leaned closer, pressing a steady kiss to her temple. “And you’re not alone now,”he whispered.“Whatever you remember, whenever it comes back—I’ll be here. You don’t have to carry it
