Violet, a washed-up background actress, struck up an exorbitant but very dicey offer: she would pose as Clyde West's lost sister so her dying father could see his last hope. This lie brings her the lifestyle she has never experienced, but at the same time, it puts her under the whirlpool of deceit, family fights, and manipulation.
View MoreViolet POVI melted into him, and Clyde's lips danced against mine with every kiss sending sparks under my skin. His hands wandered over my body, touching and sending waves of heat coursing through me. Lost in him, lost in the moment, the shrill ringing of my phone cut through the haze.We both froze, panting, tangled into each other. That ringing was a real reality check, slicing through the passionate fog that had enveloped us."I should get that," I whispered, shaking, my voice barely audible.Clyde's eyes shadowed, reluctant, and he nodded, drawing back more and more slowly. I reached for my phone, which was buzzing insistently on the nightstand. My fingers shook a little as I picked it up and saw the number on the screen."It's the store," I said, still trying to get my breathing to even out. "I ordered something.Clyde watched me intently, his gaze never leaving my face as I answered the call. His presence was a constant, burning reminder of what we had just shared and what was
Violet's POVClyde's hands roamed over my skin, leaving behind streaks of heat from his touch. Gentle yet firm, they were touches full of reverence, sending my heart into somersaults. He cradled my face as his thumb traced slow, dead-set circles on my cheek while he kissed me deeply.I melted into him, my body responding to his every touch, every kiss. The barriers we had erected between us over the past weeks crumbled, leaving nothing but raw emotion and desire. His lips moved from mine, trailing down my neck, leaving a path of heat that made me shiver despite the warmth of the water cascading over us.Clyde's hands slid down my shoulders, brushing over my arms, his fingertips lingering at my waist. His touch was electrifying, sending ripples of pleasure through me. He drew me closer, his body pressed against mine, his heart pounding in rhythm with my own."Violet," he whispered, his voice a mix of need and tenderness, "you drive me crazy."His name was breathed as my hands found the
Violet's POVThe day drained me, so I wanted some time out for myself. My head is muddled-a tangle of confusion-at everything happening between Clyde and me. One thought of Clyde's lips clutched, one moment of them embracing as the whole world seems to cease right outside, remains so vivid, not quite willing to vacate.I entered my room, shut the door, and leaned on it until I heard a gentle click. With my body leaned against it, I breathed slowly, my hands shaking to settle this sea of feelings rushing inside. I needed some clearing of the mind, This was not supposed to blur the edges, this arrangement with Clyde, but already, it had.I went to the dresser, pulling out a fresh towel as I headed to the bathroom. A hot shower was just what I needed to relax, to wash away the tension built up throughout the day. I stepped into the bathroom, letting the steam fill the space as the water warmed up. The soft sound of the water hitting the tiles was soothing, like a lullaby, coaxing my thou
Violet’s POVThe tension in the West estate seemed to ease after the explosive family meeting, but Violet couldn’t shake the feeling that the peace was temporary. Tony’s parting words echoed in her mind like a warning, but Clyde remained calm, his unwavering confidence both reassuring and intimidating.Days passed, and weeks started to go by; quite naturally, Violet took on her role as Clyde's sister-a role she never thought she would be able to accept so easily. Yet, the more time she spent with him, the harder it became to ignore the growing connection between them-one that had nothing to do with their fabricated sibling bond.One evening, Clyde invited her to a gala the West family would host to raise funds for their charity organization. "It's vital that you're there," he told her, thrusting a beautiful navy blue gown in her direction.Violet hesitated, looking a little fearful. "I don't think I am ready for this. What if anyone asks questions I can't answer?"Clyde smiled blandly
Chapter 7: Shadows of BetrayalViolet's POVThe West estate had grown eerily silent in the past few days, but Violet could feel the storm brewing. Clyde's insistence that she remain calm despite Tony, Sharon, and Eva's scheming was wearing thin. The weight of the lies they were both carrying had turned into a ticking time bomb, and Violet knew it was only a matter of time before it all exploded.She sat on the patio overlooking the expansive gardens and sipped tea, feigning to read a book. Clyde had gone to the hospital to visit his father, leaving her alone to fend off Sharon and Eva's thinly veiled insults. Yet, it wasn't Sharon or Eva that was the biggest of her worries; it was Tony.Tony was relentless, his hatred for her new life blinding him. Every interaction with him left her uneasy, like he knew something she didn't.As night fell, Violet made her way down the grand staircase to dinner when she heard muffled voices in the parlor. She drew closer and felt her heart race with t
The moment after Clyde had made the announcement publicly, the tension within the office had been unendurable. I could feel the employees' gaze at me while I walked down the hall, their whispers cloaked. It wasn't just my suddenly revealed identity that had captured the attention of all of them; it was the aftermath.The very next morning, Tony was called into Clyde's office. Though I wasn't privy to the conversation, the aftermath was loud enough for the entire floor to hear. "You can't do this to me!" Tony's voice thundered from behind the closed door. "I've been loyal to this company!Clyde's calm, measured reply cut through Tony's tirade. "Loyalty is not about coming to work, Tony; it's about respect, and you clearly lack that. Security will escort you out.The door sprang open a minute later and out stormed Tony, his face beet-red with rage. His poor fiancée trailed after him, her face bright red with embarrassment. I kept my head down, pretending interest in the folder that Cl
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