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New Adrian

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The next morning, Lucy woke up before her alarm. The sun was already out, she reached for her phone on the nightstand, and her heart skipped a beat when she saw a new notification.

Adrian: Good morning, Lucy. I’m still thinking about how beautiful you looked. Have a great day at school. I’ll see you tonight.

Lucy stared at the message for a long time. She wanted to believe it. She wanted to believe that the shopping trip hadn’t just been a way to buy her silence, but a genuine turning point. Sh
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  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    New Adrian

    The next morning, Lucy woke up before her alarm. The sun was already out, she reached for her phone on the nightstand, and her heart skipped a beat when she saw a new notification.Adrian: Good morning, Lucy. I’m still thinking about how beautiful you looked. Have a great day at school. I’ll see you tonight.Lucy stared at the message for a long time. She wanted to believe it. She wanted to believe that the shopping trip hadn’t just been a way to buy her silence, but a genuine turning point. She sat up and stretched, feeling a spark of hope. Maybe Adrian was truly changing. She spent a little extra time getting ready. She chose a pair of dark slacks and a soft lavender silk blouse from her new collection. As she brushed her hair, she noticed that the dark circles under her eyes had faded. She looked like herself again."Well, look at you," Zoe said, leaning against the doorframe of the bedroom. She was already dressed. "That lavender is definitely your color. Adrian’s text must have

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    The Apology

    The drive from her home to school was quiet. Lucy did not expect Adrian to come welcome her. She had barely stepped out of the black car when she saw Adrian leaning on his silver coupe. “Welcome back Lucy.” Adrian said, his voice surprisingly soft. “Thank you.” Lucy said sounding tired. He didn't mention the weekend. He didn't ask how her father was. Instead, he just walked over, took her bag, and opened the passenger door.“Get in. We are going out “"Adrian, where are we going? I have a lecture in less than an hour.""Don't worry about the lecture, Lucy," Adrian said, his voice smooth and relaxed. "I had Zoe call your professor. You’re taking the afternoon off. I realized things have been a bit heavy lately, and I wanted to make it up to you." Adrian said as he slid to the driver seat and started driving. He drove quietly for about thirty minutes and pulled the car up to the curb in front of Vienne’s, a high-scale boutique. As they stepped inside, the cool air smelled of expen

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    Lying Again

    The next morning, the sun shone through Lucy's childhood bedroom curtains, casting pale shadows across the floor. As she tried to blink away sleep, she forgot about the leather jacket, Adrian's coldness, and the suffocating high-society dinners. She was Lucy again.But then the distant sound of her father's oxygen machine echoed down the hall, and the reality of her life returned to her chest. She climbed out of bed and headed downstairs. The kitchen was warm, filled with the comforting scent of toasted bread and freshly brewed coffee. Her mother, Margaret, was already at the stove cooking breakfast. "Good morning, Mom," Lucy said, her voice still thick with sleep.Margaret turned, a soft smile lighting up her tired face. "Good morning, sweetheart. You’re up early. I was just about to start the blueberry pancakes. Leo’s been asking for them since he opened his eyes.""Let me help," Lucy said, stepping up to the counter and reaching for a bowl. "I miss doing this. Everything at scho

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    Silent Burden

    The week had been a long and exhausting one. Lucy decided it was time to go home to see her family, at least to get away from everything happening at school—the cold stares from Adrian, Zoe’s new attitude and the heavy weight of the Matthews’ name. More than anything, she missed her little brother, Leo. He was the only person who didn't want anything from her except a hug and a story.When the train pulled into her small hometown station, she felt relieved. She walked up the familiar gravel path to the Quinn estate. It was a beautiful grand house, but it felt different now, there was a quietness to it now, maybe it was the lack of bustling staff and grand parties that used to fill the halls."Lucy! Lucy!The front door opened and a small body slammed into her waist. It was Leo, her seven years old brother, he squeezed her so hard his face turned red. He was wearing his favorite dinosaur t-shirt, and his dark curly hair was messy. "I missed you so much, peanut," Lucy whispered, lifti

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    A Cold Warning

    The black sedan sped through the city until it slowed in front of a massive building. The sign out front, was written in gold; MATTHEWS GLOBAL. Adrian didn’t wait for the valet. He threw the door open and stepped out. "Out. Both of you," he barked.Lucy climbed out, her legs shaking. She looked up at the building. It felt like a fortress designed to keep the world out and her in. Zoe followed closely behind, her eyes darting around. "Wow," Zoe whispered, leaning in as they crossed the marble floor. "I’ve seen pictures, but being here... it’s different. It’s like a palace. Adrian’s family really does run this city, doesn't it?"Lucy murmured, her voice barely audible over the click of their heels."Don't be dramatic," Adrian snapped, overtopping her. He led them to a private elevator. He pressed his finger to a biometric scanner, and the doors slid open. "My father is waiting. And he is not a patient man."The elevator ride was fast. Lucy watched the floor numbers climb. When the do

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    Public Humiliation

    Lucy barely felt the cold morning air, as Adrian dragged her to the administrative courtyard. His grip on her upper arm was extremely tight, his fingers digging into the soft skin just above where her bruise was starting to turn yellow. Zoe followed a few paces behind, pretending to be worried. "Adrian, maybe we should just go to brunch first?" Zoe suggested, her voice breathless. "Everyone is looking. You’re making such a scene, and Lucy is clearly terrified. Maybe there’s a simple explanation we haven't thought of yet.""The explanation is that she’s a liar," Adrian snapped, not even turning his head. He pulled Lucy to a stop in front of the main security office near the campus gates.He threw the leather jacket onto the counter with a heavy thud. The gray-haired guard inside looked up from his coffee, startled."Which one of your men gave this to my fiancée last night?" Adrian demanded. His voice was loud, echoing off the stone walls of the nearby dorms. Several students stopped t

  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    The Ride

    8The rain was no longer drizzling, it had become very heavy. Lucy stood at a corner close to the library. She felt like a fool, her floral dress had become wet and was clinging to her skin. Every minute that passed showed how much Adrian didn’t care about her. He had promised to pick her up, just

    last update최신 업데이트 : 2026-03-17
  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    Are you Following Me?

    The ride home from the Matthews estate was quiet. Adrian was already tipsy from drinking too much wine. He kept his hand on Lucy’s thigh, his thumb stroking the red silk of the dress Zoe had picked out. Lucy sat still staring out at the blurred streetlights, feeling the cold night air from the wind

    last update최신 업데이트 : 2026-03-17
  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    In His House

    The ride ended in a narrow alleyway behind a row of old brick buildings. Jonathan put off the engine. "We’re here," he said, his voice raspy.Lucy came down with shaky legs, her knees nearly buckling. Jonathan caught her by the elbow, steadying her as he led her toward a heavy steel door. He fumbl

    last update최신 업데이트 : 2026-03-17
  • Rejected by One, Wanted by Another    The Breaking Point

    The atmosphere in the small apartment remained tense, despite the cool rain outside. Jonathan seemed to realize he had pushed too far. He saw the way her lip trembled, the way her eyes searched his for a lie she couldn't find. He sighed in frustration and ran a hand through his damp hair."I’m goin

    last update최신 업데이트 : 2026-03-17
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