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Chapter 17- THE OFFICE PUNISHMENT

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I was still in bed when Adrian walked into my room without knocking. He was already dressed in a perfectly tailored black suit that made him look even more powerful than usual. His hair was styled back, and his expression was cold and determined.

“Get up and get ready,” he said. “You’re coming to the company with me today.”

I sat up slowly, pulling the blanket around myself. “Why? I thought you didn’t want me anywhere near your work.”

“Rumors are spreading too far,” he replied, checking hi
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  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 77- THE CALL I NEVER WANTED TO MAKE

    I went back to the hospital.Clara had fallen asleep along with the children.I sat on the edge of the hospital bed, holding Lila’s small hand. The monitors beeped steadily beside us. Emma stood by the window, giving me space but staying close. My mind was a mess. The doctor’s words kept repeating: a few days. Lila had only a few days if we didn’t find a better match.I couldn’t do this alone anymore.I picked up my phone with shaking fingers and called Nathan. He answered on the second ring.“Elena? Is everything okay?” His voice was warm but concerned.I took a deep breath. “No. Lila collapsed again. She’s in the hospital. The doctor says she needs a close biological match for the transfusion. My levels are too low. They want their father’s blood. I… I can’t do it again. Last time I chose donor blood because I didn’t want to bring him back into our lives. The doctor doesn’t recommend it this time. It’s too risky. But I don’t know what else to do.”Nathan was quiet for a moment. I co

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 76- THE QUESTION I DREADED

    Clara stayed with Elias and Lila inside the ward. She sat between their beds, holding their hands, whispering gentle stories to keep them calm. Elias kept asking where I was, and Lila looked so pale and tired. Clara was doing her best to be strong for them, but I could see the worry in her eyes when I glanced back before leaving the room.Emma and I walked down the long, brightly lit hallway toward the doctor’s office. The smell of antiseptic was strong, and the beeping of machines from other rooms made my stomach twist. My legs felt heavy, like each step took more effort than the last. Emma stayed close, her hand occasionally brushing my arm for support. She didn’t say much, but her presence was enough. She had been with me through so many hard moments. This one felt like the hardest yet.Dr. Patel’s office was at the end of the corridor. The door was slightly open. She looked up from her desk when we entered and gave us a small, tired smile. “Please, sit down. I know this is difficu

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 75- RACING HEARTS

    The brush fell from my hand. My heart stopped. For a second, the world went completely silent. All I could hear was the blood rushing in my ears. Lila. My little girl. The one who had already been through so much already. I gripped the edge of the sink, my legs feeling weak. “Clara,” I said, my voice coming out sharper than I meant. “Take her to the nearest hospital right now. The one that won't take you 15 minutes to reach. I’m already on my way. Don’t wait for anything. Just go.” Clara’s voice trembled. “Okay. I’m taking her now. She’s breathing, but she’s so pale. Hurry, Serena.” I ended the call and didn’t waste another second. I was still in the bathroom, half-dressed, my hair wet from the shower I had barely finished. I grabbed the first clothes I saw, a simple blouse and trousers, and pulled them on without bothering to dry myself properly. Water dripped from my hair onto the fabric, but I didn’t care. My hands were shaking so badly I almost dropped my phone twice. I ran o

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 74- THE UNWELCOME GUESTS

    Serena’s parents arrived at the Laurent mansion after a long time. The grand gates opened slowly for their car. They had not visited since the wedding disaster. The house looked the same, imposing, cold, and beautiful. But the atmosphere inside felt different and heavier.Lia was waiting in the living room when they entered. She had been told many times not to leave the mansion until the Laurent family regained their standing. She had spent weeks trapped inside these walls, her once-favored position reduced to nothing. When she saw her parents, her eyes filled with tears. She ran to them, her steps unsteady.“Mom… Dad…” she whispered, throwing herself into their arms.Her mother hugged her tightly, stroking her hair. “My poor girl. Look at you. It has been so long. We missed you so much.”Her father held them both, his voice thick with emotion. “We tried to come earlier, but Victor said it was not the right time but We are here now. Tell us everything.”They sat down together on the e

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 73- PEACE THAT NEVER LASTS

    He held back the anger. I could see it in the way his jaw tightened and his hands clenched at his sides. But Adrian forced a calm expression onto his face and spoke to me like we were old business acquaintances. “Elena,” he said, his voice low and controlled. “Did you receive my team’s emails? I would love to have an audience with you. Even ten minutes of your time could help us both.” I looked him straight in the eyes. “I got the emails. But I’m not interested. If you really wanted a professional meeting, you wouldn’t have stalked my worker. Leave now, Adrian.” Adrian’s eyes flickered with surprise. He hadn’t expected me to speak to him like that. He took a small step forward, but the security guards moved at the same time, raising their hands again to stop him. “I apologize for the way I approached Clara,” he said, trying to sound reasonable. “It was a misunderstanding. I only wanted to talk. Please, Elena. The Laurent company is going through a difficult time. Your insights cou

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 72- THE CHASE

    Adrian turned around at the sound of the receptionist’s respectful greeting. His eyes landed on Clara walking side by side with Aisha near the exit. She was dressed neatly in a simple but professional outfit, carrying a small bag, looking nothing like the frightened maid he remembered from the mansion. For a moment, he wasn’t sure. Then recognition hit him hard.“Clara?” he called out, his voice deep and commanding, cutting through the quiet studio.Clara froze mid-step. Her head snapped toward the sound. When she saw Adrian standing there in his dark suit, tall and imposing, her face went pale. Panic flooded her eyes. Without a word, she turned and ran. She pushed past Aisha, who looked confused, and bolted straight out the front door.“Clara!” Adrian shouted, but she didn’t stop.She ran into the street, waving desperately at the first taxi she saw. The driver pulled over quickly. Clara jumped in, slamming the door behind her.“Go!” she gasped. “Please, just drive!”The taxi sped aw

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 24- LOCKED AWAY

    The morning after Lia’s birthday party, I woke up to complete silence.My body still ached from the long day of working like a servant. My eyes were swollen from crying the night before. I lay in bed for a few minutes, staring at the ceiling, replaying everything that had happened. The way guests h

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 23- LIA'S BIRTHDAY

    Several weeks later, the mansion was busier than I had ever seen it.Lia’s birthday had become a big event. Adrian decided to throw her a lavish party at the house, inviting important business partners, family friends, and high-society people. For three full days, the house was turned upside down w

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 22- THE SHOPPING TRIP

    The next morning, I woke up with a heavy feeling in my chest. The memory of Clara’s body pressed against mine, her hand on my breast and between my legs, kept replaying in my head. I felt ashamed, confused, and strangely warm at the same time. I pushed the thoughts away and tried to act normal.I w

  • THE BRIDE HE NEVER WANTED   Chapter 21- HIDDEN EYES

    I froze the moment I heard the small gasp behind me.My hand was still between my legs, fingers slick from touching myself while watching Adrian and Lia through the slightly open door. Lia’s soft moans and Adrian’s low groans were still floating into the hallway. My heart stopped.Clara stood there

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