Anton
I spent the day locked in my room, consumed by unbearable irritation. My mind was a chaos of thoughts, each more disturbing than the last. I couldn't believe Anneliese had told me about the farewell party and how I had been rejected by Pietra. And Axel, of course, had taken that opportunity to tease me about it.
I understood that Anneliese had a hard time keeping secrets, especially from us, her brothers. But she could have controlled herself, at least about that story. Pietra’s rejection was a wound I wasn’t ready to expose, especially not in the face of Axel’s mockery.
Axel. My anger toward him grew with each passing minute. I knew he had been bitter and resentful since what happened with Priscila. But that didn’t give him the right to try to dest
KimberlyOn that last day of vacation in Santorini, I was determined to make the most of it before returning to my life in London. My sister Kathleen and I decided to go out and enjoy the night on the Greek island. It was our last chance to have fun before going back to our routine. As we danced to upbeat songs in one of the famous local taverns, I felt enveloped by the contagious energy of the night and let the music guide me, my feet leading my movements. With each step, I dove deeper into the joy and freedom of the moment. The vibrant atmosphere of the island is intoxicating. “Do you see that man?” I asked my older sister. “I see a lot of men” she joked “Maybe double the amount in this club.” I quickly caught her joke and laughed a lot. Maybe I was seeing everything double too, but I didn’t care. I needed this vacation badly, and accepting Kathleen’s invitation to leave London for a few days was the best thing I had done. “I’m talking about that tall, handsome guy with da
AxelThe drink had already taken control of most of my actions, but I could still rationalize a little amidst what was happening around me. The woman across the huge hall continued to stare at me unabashedly. Although I knew how impossible it was, every time I met her gaze, a certainty grew within me: that was Priscila, my ex-wife. The physical characteristics were the same: long, curly blonde hair, short stature, and a curvy body. However, due to the distance between us, I couldn’t say for sure. When the woman approached, I sincerely believed she was my ex-wife. Her green eyes and mannerisms were frighteningly similar to Priscila's. The drink had completely clouded my perception of things. I decided to get even closer to see her better. Now, face to face with her and her firm assertion that she wasn’t Priscila, I was no longer sure of anything, except that I needed to kiss her. How can I want to kiss that girl when she reminds me so much of Priscila? I crossed the thin line b
KimberlyUpon arriving at the hotel where I was staying with my sister, I collapsed on the couch, still dazed by how quickly I agreed to follow a stranger to his hotel room and, even more concerning, by the way, he seemed tormented by another woman. The only possible conclusion: he used me.As I handed over my lamentations again, I heard the bathroom door open and turned my attention to my sister."Finally, you’re back!" she said, sounding irritated "I was really worried about you, Kimberly.""But I told you I was spending the night with the guy from the club," I pointed out, not wanting to continue that subject "We have little time until our flight back home. We’d better hurry."
AaronI can’t believe what I’m about to do. My heart races inside my chest, a mix of excitement and nerves. But I won’t back down. I have a goal in mind, and I’ll do whatever it takes to achieve it.I arrive at the apartment Eric had indicated and stop in front of the number on the door. It takes me a moment before I ring the doorbell, my finger hesitating over the button. But soon I decided to go through with it. There’s no room for doubt now. I need to get this done as quickly as possible.The door opens slowly, and Eric is there, a satisfied smile on his face, completely inappropriate for the moment. He gives me a nod and lets me in, closing the door behind me.“I'm glad you made it. I thought y
RebeccaThe shock of Aaron’s revelation hits me like a cold wave, paralyzing me in place. Eric had already conveyed that information to me, but it felt like I was hearing it for the first time. The way Aaron spoke, his coldness in discussing the matter, deeply frightened me.I stood up abruptly, unable to remain so close to him. Aaron was a man whose determination was so intense that it sent chills down my spine. I realized my breathing was quickening, and my heart racing uncontrollably in my chest.I stared at Aaron with a mix of fear and distrust. He was the key to my freedom. The decision I made to accept this proposal seemed increasingly reckless, but refusing it wasn’t a wise option at that moment.At twenty, I was still a virgin, despite a
AaronRebecca is an intriguing mix of innocence and determination, and I wasn’t prepared to deal with that. Her expressive eyes hold me captive, and for a moment, I forget the reason we’re here. There’s a spark of something more, something I can’t define, but it makes me eager to discover it.This encounter was supposed to be just part of an important business deal, but the feelings she stirs in me can never be considered mechanical or impersonal when I touch my lips to hers and suck on her tongue with force and desire.Rebecca’s hands, which had been resting on my neck, now slide down my back. The touch is subtle, almost imperceptible, but it sends an electric current coursing through my body. It’s as if a spark has been ignited between us, a connection that goes be
RebeccaAs Aaron kissed me ardently and passionately, I tried my best to contain my anxiety, but after feeling his mouth on my breasts, I needed more. Much more.Talking about my inexperience would make Aaron back out of our deal, I did not doubt that. However, going ahead without revealing something so important would be a risk. But the uncertainty made me pull back when I was about to talk about my virginity.“Nothing” I lied, pulling his head towards mine and kissing him with all the desire I was feeling at that moment.I wanted to feel that tingling sensation all over my body again, my legs seeming uncontrollable, as well as the crazy desire to touch him all over his body. I had never felt anything like it before and the intensity of this desire was overwhelming. I wrapped my arms around his neck and when he pulled his mouth away from mine, looking at me with desire, I knew that this would be my first time and that I would never regret being with him, even if at the end of the d
AaronAs I waited for Rebecca to come out of the bathroom, a mix of complex emotions overtook me. She was taking longer than usual, and I found myself wondering why I was still lying there as if waiting for her. I shook my head, mentally scolding myself. We weren’t a couple, we didn’t have that kind of connection. It was just an arrangement, a business deal between us. I got up from the bed as if it were on fire and started gathering my clothes scattered across the floor. I dressed hurriedly, not caring much about aesthetics. A growing unease took hold of me for giving in to the temptation to sleep with Rebecca even after I realized she was still a virgin. But what was done couldn’t be undone. I just hoped that our one encounter had resulted in the conception of Leonel Bauman’s long-awaited heir. With my hand on the door handle, I hesitated for a moment, unsure of what to do next. Should I leave quietly while Rebecca is still in the bathroom? Or should I wait to say goodbye? It se
AntonI arrived at Pietra’s house on Sunday afternoon, as we had planned, to finish watching the series we had started a few days earlier. Despite the simplicity of the plan, being with her in moments like these made everything feel easier, more complete. But I quickly noticed that Pietra was restless, uneasy, so unlike herself. Her eyes kept darting to the clock, her phone, anywhere but me. "Is everything okay?" I asked, trying to keep my tone casual. She glanced at me quickly, offering a brief smile that didn’t reach her eyes. "Of course, everything’s fine," she replied, but the hesitation in her voice made it clear that wasn’t entirely true. I tried to figure out what might be bothering her. The first thing that came to mind was her sister. But Andressa was growing stronger every day, which was a relief to me, but even more so to Pietra. Three weeks had passed since the surgery, and her recovery was on track. Andressa still spent most of her time resting, and under strict medi
PaollaRage burned inside me. Eric had just told me about the latest events, and I could hardly believe what I was hearing. Aaron must have lost his mind. He was about to throw away everything we had built, our meticulously crafted plan—all of it because of that dull, insipid girl, Rebecca.I felt a wave of heat rise through my body, exploding into a mixture of frustration and indignation. The image of Rebecca—fragile and plain—dancing in Aaron’s mind was almost unbearable. And now, there was a chance she might lose the baby, the only practical purpose behind this whole mess. Without the baby, everything would fall apart, and I would not allow all our planning to be destroyed just like that. How could Aaron not see the risk of ruining both our futures over some whim?“This is unacceptable!” I shouted, my fury spilling over.“Paolla, I need you to calm down,” he said, his voice low and controlled over the phone. “I just confronted Aaron. He stormed out of the room, furious, but you nee
AaronI left the hospital feeling as if I were in a daze, unable to process what had just happened. Rebecca’s words still echoed in my mind—her cold determination to push me away… and Eric, with that almost satisfied smile, reinforcing everything I wanted to ignore.I got into the car, trying to calm my thoughts, but my hands trembled on the steering wheel. São Paulo’s traffic was slow, as always, but my mind was a storm of emotions. I passed through a series of red lights, barely registering where I was. Suddenly, I felt an impact and realized I had crashed into the back of the car in front of me.The driver quickly got out of his car, his face full of fury. He was already approaching, shouting something I could barely hear. My anger and frustration were so overwhelming that, instead of calming down, ever
AaronAt my words, I saw a subtle change in Rebecca’s face. Her eyes brightened, and she gave a soft smile, a shy but genuine gesture. It was as if a new life appeared in her expression, bringing a lightness that had seemed impossible just minutes before.“I didn’t expect you to show up here, Aaron,” she said, her voice soft and filled with emotion. “But I’m glad you’re here... I was so scared of losing our baby.”Her words hit me like a wave, filling me with a feeling I could barely describe. I took her hand, bringing it to my lips and placing a light kiss on it as if that was the only way to apologize for failing her.“Rebecca... I’m sorry for being such a huge idiot,” I whispered, the weight of everything I had done falling
AaronWhen I arrived at the hospital, I was trying to stay calm, but my heart was racing. I knew Rebecca was there, and I needed to see her. After finding out where she was admitted, I hurried in the direction indicated. But as I approached her room, a nurse intercepted me, blocking the entrance with a professional smile.“I’m sorry, sir, but the patient already has a companion. You’ll need permission to enter.”I took a deep breath, trying to process the information. I knew Eric was with her, but hearing that he was already by her side while I was stuck outside only made my anger grow. I could feel my blood boiling at the thought of him there, next to Rebecca, as if he were in control of everything.But I needed to keep
RebeccaThe nurse came into the room to let me know that my companion had arrived, and after saying goodbye to Anneliese and Pietra, I waited for Eric with a sense of unease. Lying in the hospital bed, trying to stay calm, I heard the door swing open abruptly. Eric walked in, and immediately, I felt a wave of tension. His face was filled with frustration, his eyes locked on me as if he were waiting for an explanation I didn’t know I owed. My heart raced, and my body stiffened automatically at the sight of his harsh expression.He didn’t waste any time.“How do you know Anneliese?” he asked, his voice laced with a harshness I hadn’t expected.I frowned, surprised by the question. The tension in the air was palpable,
AaronI got out of the car feeling a growing sense of gloom that was becoming harder to hide. I walked through the hall without really paying attention to the details around me — the artwork on the walls, the luxurious furniture, the muffled sound of footsteps echoing on the marble. It didn’t matter. Today, like so many other days, my mind was somewhere else.I needed a distraction. My brothers were gathered in the leisure area near the pool, playing pool. Axel and Anton were overly competitive, and it always ended in laughter or heated arguments. I thought watching their game might help me push the chaotic thoughts about Rebecca out of my head — at least for a while.But as I approached the pool table, I sensed something different in the air. The v
PietraAndressa was finally home, recovering remarkably well. That’s how the doctors described her progress every time we went for her appointments. Every time I heard those words, it felt like a massive weight was lifted off my shoulders. I was so happy, so relieved, that it was hard to put into words.However, I couldn’t deny the important role Anton played in this story. He had been by my side through all the turbulence, and now, we were dating—or at least, that’s how Anton insisted on putting it every chance he got. And me? Well, I was simply going with the flow.That’s how I ended up in a hospital, accompanying a stranger. I was with Anneliese after we’d gone to the mall to look for a gift for Paolla, Anneliese’s sister-in-law, because of her pregnancy. Everything seemed normal until we enco
RebeccaWhen I regained consciousness, the white ceiling and cold lights of the mall were the first things I saw. My head throbbed lightly, but I was beginning to piece together what had happened. The two women I’d encountered earlier—Pietra and Anneliese—were by my side, their faces etched with genuine concern. My thoughts were still scrambled, but I could hear them.“She’s waking up,” Anneliese said, relief evident in her voice as she leaned closer to get a better look at me.“I’m already calling an ambulance,” Pietra informed, her phone in hand, her posture steady and commanding. There was something about her presence that radiated control as if she were used to managing crises.I tried to sit up, but my legs felt shaky, so I let myself relax back onto the cold floor. The sensation of weakness was unnerving, and my heart was racing. I wasn’t used to feeling so vulnerable. Anneliese crouched beside me, her expression kind, as she gently placed a hand on my shoulder.“Are you okay? I