LOGINThey shattered her heart. Now she's back to ruin their world. Kate once had it all - love, friendship, and a bright future. Until one tragic night changed everything. Her boyfriend cheated on her. Her best friend betrayed her, orchestrating the car crash that nearly took her life. Desperate for a second chance, her wish was granted. Four years later, she's no longer the naive girl they left behind. Now known as Taylor Cosgrove, CEO of TAC Limited. She's back in City S, with one goal in mind, "destroy everyone who betrayed her". But as the lines between the past and present blur, Kate uncovers secrets darker than she ever imagined. The deeper she digs, the more she realizes the truth might not just ruin her enemies, but her new life as well. Love. Lies. Betrayal. Redemption. And one devastating secret that changes everything. "Isn't it obvious, Kate? I did it because I love you". Unable to tell the truths from the lies, Kate is trapped in the webs of her past. **** THE PAST "Where were you?" A girl with blond hair sobbed, barely keeping her eyelids opened. "You promised to always protect me...." "But I'm here now", he whispered softly, cradling her in his arms. "This is all your fault, I'll never forgive you". Her hands went limp, as the words left her mouth. She had lost consciousness. An ambulance wailed in the distance. The sky turned dark and gloomy.
View MoreA WEEK LATER It was a quiet morning at FastTech Limited. Rose sat at her desk, flipping through a file when the door burst open. Two hefty men clad in black suits stepped in, followed by a third man who looked like the senior, escorted by a frantic looking Stacy. Rose looked up sharply, her eyes darting from the men to Stacy, arching an eyebrow. “I’m really sorry, ma”, Stacy stammered, her head bowed slightly. “I tried to stop them but….”. The senior man interrupted smoothly, holding out his badge. “FBI, ma’am”. Rose’s forehead creased. “FBI?” “Yes”, he nodded, his voice calm but firm. “We're here to take you, ln charges of attempted murder against Miss Cosgrove”. “What?!” Rose shouted, slamming her hand on the desk as she sprang to her feet. Her eyes filled with rage. “You can’t be serious!” “I suggest you comply and follow us to the station”, one of the men in black said. “Who sent you here?” She demanded. “All your question will be answered soon. But first,
Stupid fly”, Kate mumbled, feeling a tickle behind her ear, about to fall deeper into sleep, when she heard a voice, vague, but unmistakably Charles. “You scared me again”. “Why didn’t you come back to me?” She had planned to ignore him especially since he had done the same, but who was she kidding. She loved this man. She couldn't ignore him even if she tried. He must be feeling guilty about what had happened. Her eyes fluttered open to see him sitting on a stool by her bedside, her hand cocooned in his large ones, pressed against his forehead as his head hung low. “I’m sorry for scaring you”, she rasped. Charles lifted his head, surprise flickered across his face to see her awake. Kate tried to sit up, but she felt heavy and weak. What kind of drugs were they injecting into me, for god sake? she hissed inwardly. Noticing her struggle, Charles helped her without a word, propping a pillow behind her back. “Thank you”, she muttered with a faint smile. But he only n
“What’s wrong dear?” Gabriel asked, tearing her gaze from the door. “They’ll be back soon”. Kate didn’t know what to say, so she just nodded. Kyle hissed beside her. “Taylor, don't bother about them. Just focus on healing”. “What are you doing here?” Gabriel asked suddenly. “Huh?” Kyle arched a brow, finding the old man’s question ridiculous. He almost rolled his eyes but stopped himself, about to speak but Gabriel cut him off. “Can’t you see I want to be alone with my granddaughter?” “Granddaughter?” Kyle echoed, incredulous. He turned to Kate, expecting an explanation but she gave none. “What are you still doing here?” Gabriel snapped. “Taylor?” Kyle turned to Kate again, this time searching her face. He knew Gabriel couldn’t just kick him out, not if she wanted him to stay. Kate gave a soft sigh. “Let’s talk another time Kyle, after I’ve been discharged”, she said gently, giving him a small smile. She appreciated his care and concern, but she wanted space. An
She ran. What was she running from? All she knew was she had to get away from that creepy basement, from him - the one who claimed to love her. Her bare feet marched over pebbles, stones and twigs. She ignored the pain and kept running. The tall trees surrounding her, blocked the sunlight and eyes hadn’t adjusted to the daylight from staying in the darkness for so long. Her stomach growled in complaint, reminding her she hadn't eaten anything tangible in days. She had refused to eat whatever he gave her no matter how much he'd begged. Yes — she would rather starve than eat whatever he offered her. Sometimes he’d forced her, but she’d vomit it all over him. “You and your stupid pride. You should have just eaten the food”, a voice scolded her in her head. And now she regretted she didn’t. She couldn't keep running. She needed to hide. Then at dawn, try finding her way home. Her eyes scanned the woods, praying to find a shed or a cave, maybe. But she suddenly tripp






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