Se connecterHailey stepped out and headed toward the parking lot, her gaze scanning the area. She noticed the guards were different from usual, causing her to frown. Pulling out her phone, she quickly dialed Cassian.
“You changed the guards?” she asked her tone a mix of surprise and frustration.
“Yep,” Cassian replied casually.
Hailey sighed, realizing why he’d made the change. “I was the one who went out; it wasn’t their fault,” she sa
Cassian met her gaze for a moment, then sighed deeply, as if collecting his thoughts. He slowly moved off from above her, and Hailey sat up on the bed, waiting for his answer."To be honest," he began, his tone soft but reflective, "I was blank. Everything happened so fast, it felt overwhelming. But in the end, I realized that this was bound to happen one day. And when I saw your happy, twinkling eyes... it hit me that your happiness matters more to me than anything else." His words were sincere, carrying a weight of care and understanding.Hailey bit her lip and lowered her head slightly. "And what about you?" she asked in a quiet voice, unsure of what he truly felt about the sudden marriage.Cassian leaned closer, tilting her chin up gently so their eyes met again. "I have everything, Rose," he whispered. "And the most important thing? I have you. Now, I can proudly tell the world that this beautiful Rose is mine, and only mine." He cupped her face tenderly, h
"She's finally asleep," Caleb whispered dramatically, leaning back into the couch with a relieved sigh. The family call had ended, and the trio sat in the hall, now enveloped in a peaceful silence. Hailey had unknowingly fallen asleep with her head on Cassian's shoulder, exhaustion finally taking over.Cassian sat quietly, carefully supporting her, not wanting to move and risk waking her. For a moment, the room was calm.Then Caleb, biting his lip as if struggling to contain something, glanced at Alex. His eyes twinkled mischievously, and after a second, he couldn't hold it in any longer. "I know it was all serious and everything, but let's be real here," Caleb said, his voice low but full of mischief. "The Great Cassian Holt feared Mafia ruler, forced into marriage by love. Man, this will go down in history... written in Golden Words!"He burst into laughter, completely losing his composure. Alex joined him almost immediately, trying to stifle his snickers but
Inside the room:-Hailey blinked, groggy but already on edge, her breathing quickening as she sat up in the bed. Her eyes darted around, searching for something—or someone."Cassian?" she called, her voice laced with panic. Her hands clenched the sheets as if she was bracing herself for the worst.Cassian, Caleb, and Alex moved swiftly back into the room after hearing her voice. Cassian quickly stepped forward, kneeling beside the bed. "I'm right here, Rose," he said softly, reaching for her hand. But her panic didn't subside."You... you left me," Hailey stammered, tears welling up in her eyes. "I knew it. You left. I saw it—I saw you walk away.""No, I didn't leave you, Rose. I'm right here," Cassian said urgently, pulling her into his arms as she trembled. "I'm not going anywhere. You need to believe that."Hailey's body was tense, her thoughts spiraling. "But the marriage... you didn't marry me. I'm not safe.
Cassian, Caleb, and Alex quietly exited the room after ensuring Hailey had fallen back asleep. As they reached the hall, their tension was palpable."What just happened?" Caleb asked, still reeling from the shock of the scene they had witnessed.Cassian, who had been silently contemplating the situation, turned to Caleb and said, "Call Aunt Sophia."Caleb frowned, confused for a moment. "Mom?" he asked. Sophia Grant, Caleb's mother, was a renowned psychiatrist, and though she often helped his father, Henry, with their business, she had an extensive background in mental health.Cassian nodded firmly, and Caleb, realizing the urgency, immediately dialed his mother's number, putting the call on speaker. After a few rings, a familiar sarcastic voice filled the room."How come my brat decided to call me today at this hour of night?" Sophia quipped on the other end of the line.Caleb sheepishly responded, "Mom, uh, I'll come soon. For now, I'm cal
The room was dimly lit, filled with an ethereal ambiance as soft music played in the background. Hailey and Cassian stood facing each other, both wearing elegant masks that obscured their identities yet enhanced the mystique of the evening. The moment was charged with sensual energy, their bodies swaying in perfect harmony as they danced together, lost in their world.Hailey felt the warmth radiating from Cassian as he drew her closer, their bodies brushing against one another. He moved with a confident grace, leading her effortlessly across the floor. The mask over his eyes gave him an enigmatic allure, and Hailey couldn't help but feel a rush of excitement coursing through her veins.As the music swelled, Cassian leaned in, his lips just grazing her ear. "You're beautiful tonight," he whispered, his breath sending a shiver down her spine. In response, Hailey leaned into him, losing herself in the moment, her heart racing in time with the music.In a slow, into
As the car rolled smoothly down the road, Caleb, who had been silently contemplating the earlier conversation, suddenly turned his attention to Hailey with a playful grin. "Angry Bird, you asked Cassian about the girlfriend thing. So, haveyouever had a boyfriend?" he teased, raising an eyebrow.Cassian, who had been absentmindedly playing with Hailey's hair, perked up at Caleb's question, his gaze now filled with curiosity. "Yeah, Sweetie," Alex chimed in from the front. "You were only 15 when I left. So how many boys have been brave enough to approach you?"Hailey chuckled softly but didn't answer immediately. She glanced at Cassian, locking eyes with him for a brief second before turning her gaze toward the window, staring out into the night. "Cassian was my first kiss," she admitted quietly, her voice steady yet thoughtful. "It's not that I wasn't approached. Plenty of boys used to send me proposals or ask me out, either directly or through thei
Cassian's fury was palpable, his voice thunderous as he paced in front of Hailey. "You told Lucas you were going to your friend's place! Then why the hell did I find you in that pub? Did you lie to him?" he barked, his words dripping with anger.Hailey shook her head frantically, her voice
Hailey reached over, placing her other hand over his. "You're incredibly brave, Cassian. I can't imagine going through that."Cassian smiled, though it was tinged with sadness. "It was hell, but it made me who I am today. Stronger, more determined. I promised myself that if I survived, I'd
Hailey returned to her penthouse, placing the groceries in the kitchen before heading for a quick shower. It was already evening, and she knew Cassian would be back soon. After slipping into some comfortable home clothes, she decided to prepare dinner. Once that was done, she checked her bag to g
Pent House:-Hailey stretched lazily and got up from the bed, her body still sluggish from the morning. The penthouse felt unusually quiet, with Jack not around. Since she wasn't staying here permanently, Jack had also adjusted his schedule, coming by once a week for clean







