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THIRTY-TWO: Excuses, Excuses (1)

Penulis: Ena Starr
last update Tanggal publikasi: 2024-12-09 16:45:31

The sugary scent of cookie dough filled the kitchen as Lila slid the tray into the oven, her fingers still slightly from the dough even though she’d washed them twice. A small hum escaped her lips. It was a song whose lyrics she couldn’t even remember properly, but with how lighthearted she was, she didn’t really care. She couldn’t remember the last time she’d felt this carefree. It had been an ordinary day at the shop until Marcus had decided to close early. The

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  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-FIVE: Stars of the Shows (1)

    There were sympathetic murmurs at that but she did not linger on it. “It felt,” she went on, a faint smile returning, “like being handed the keys to a car and told to drive when I had never even taken a lesson before.” There was soft laughter from the audience. “But I have been fortunate.” She turned her head slightly, glancing toward Andre, who stood just a step behind her. “Because I have had someone beside me who knows exactly how to steer.”Andre inclined his head faintly, his expression unreadable.“Whatever differences we may have had in the past,” Lila continued, “Andre has proven himself to be someone of remarkable skill and dedication. And with his guidance, his experience, and his… patience,” she added lightly, drawing another small ripple of amusement from the crowd, “I am confident that Winters Corp. will not only remain a leader in this industry, but continue to grow in ways my father would have been proud of.” She paused, letting her words settle before finishing, “I may

  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-FOUR: Big Reveal (2)

    Andre Winters was dressed in an Italian suit cut to perfection, the fabric a deep shade of green so dark it was almost indistinguishable from black under the chandelier’s warm light. He projected that kind of confidence that came from years of command. When he reached the microphone, he offered the audience a restrained smile, one that did not quite reach his eyes. “Good evening, ladies and gentlemen,” he began, his voice carrying easily across the hall. “Welcome to the Winters Corporation gala.”The room settled, the last murmurs fading into attentive silence.Andre’s gaze swept across the audience. “We are gathered here tonight for a rather significant occasion,” he continued. “An announcement that has been a long time coming.” He paused briefly. “Tonight, you will witness the introduction of the new chairwoman of the Winters conglomerate: my sister, Delilah Winters.”There was a ripple through the audience at that. Andre inclined his head slightly, acknowledging the reaction. “When

  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-FOUR: Big Reveal (1)

    James stood rooted to the spot for a moment longer than he should have, his gaze fixed on Lila’s retreating figure as she walked away with that man, her hand tucked so naturally into his arm that it made something inside him twist unpleasantly. He barely registered the hum of conversation around him. All of it seemed distant and muffled, as though he were hearing it from underwater.Then his father’s hand clamped down on his arm. The grip was hard and biting, yanking him back to the present with a force that made him flinch. David’s fingers dug into his sleeve, his expression thunderous as he leaned in close. “Have you completely lost your mind?” he demanded under his breath. The sharpness of his tone cut through the surrounding noise all the same. “What are you doing standing there staring after her like a fool?”James jerked his arm, trying to free himself, but David’s hold tightened for a second before releasing him with a shove. His father’s eyes burned with irritation as he conti

  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-THREE: The Gala (3)

    Lila glanced at her briefly, her expression softening for the barest second before it smoothed out again. She checked the time on her watch, then stepped back. “Don’t worry,” she said lightly. “I was leaving anyway.” She turned without another word and began to walk away, her spine straight.James felt something tighten in his chest as he watched her retreat. The conversation had barely begun, and already she was slipping out of reach again. Irritation flared within him, quick and sharp, directed as much at his father as at the situation itself. He muttered a curse under his breath before moving after her, his strides longer and more urgent, weaving through the small clusters of guests until he caught up.He caught up to her within a few steps, his hand shooting out to grasp her wrist. The contact was brief, but Lila reacted almost instinctively. She yanked her hand free with a sharp motion, taking a step back as she turned on him, her eyes flashing with unmistakable anger.“If you do

  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-THREE: The Gala (2)

    For a moment, James did not comply. His fingers remained wrapped around her arm, not painfully tight, but possessive enough to draw attention. There was a restless energy in him now, something unsettled and insistent, as if seeing her again had stirred too many things at once.“Where have you been?” he demanded, his voice dropping as he leaned closer. “Do you have any idea how long I’ve been looking for you?” His eyes searched her face accusingly. “And now you just show up here like nothing happened? At this event of all places?”The irritation in her eyes deepened. With a sharp motion, she pulled her arm free from his grip and took a step back immediately, putting space between them, her posture straight and composed even as annoyance laced her tone. “What I’m doing here,” she said coolly, “is none of your business.”James’s jaw tightened at her response, the muscle ticking faintly as his temper stirred. His eyes narrowed, and he took a step toward her again, unwilling to let the dis

  • Tangled Destinies    FIFTY-THREE: The Gala (1)

    James lifted the champagne flute to his lips, letting the crisp, dry taste linger as his gaze swept across the hall.The ceilings soared high above, lined with intricate molding picked out in soft gold, catching the glow of the chandeliers that hung like suspended constellations. Each crystal shimmered under the warm lighting, scattering reflections across the polished marble floors below.Along the far wall, enormous panels displayed curated artwork. Clusters of guests moved between them, their voices low as they talked, laughter rising now and then like a soft ripple across water.Waiters in tailored black uniforms moved seamlessly through the crowd, offering trays of champagne, hors d'oeuvres, and small, artful desserts that looked almost too perfect to eat. Somewhere in the background, a live string quartet played.It was, James thought, exactly the kind of event a conglomerate like Winters would host.He took another sip of his champagne, his gaze drifting briefly to the figures

  • Tangled Destinies    FORTY-SIX: On the Edge (1)

    Annabelle remained frozen in her seat long after Andre’s departure, her mind a mess of disbelief. She felt as if the walls around her had crumbled, leaving behind something ugly and raw and burning her with truths she hadn’t even known were buried.Beside he

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  • Tangled Destinies    FORTY-FOUR: A Hard Conversation

    The sheer gall of that remark would’ve earned him another slap if it had come from anyone else, but Lila, still practically vibrating with rage, held back. Her chest rose and fell with the effort of restraint. Slowly, and with stiff dignity, she walked to the

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  • Tangled Destinies    FORTY-THREE: A Nuisance (2)

    Annabelle knocked softly before slipping into Lila’s hotel room the morning of their meeting with Andre Winters, a paper bag from Quick Bites tucked under one arm. The scent of spicy mayo and fried potatoes filled the space instantly, drawing a faint smile fr

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  • Tangled Destinies    FORTY-TWO: Surprise Surprise (1)

    Annabelle slowly stirred, her body warm despite the cool morning air. She couldn’t remember the last time she felt this deeply satisfied, with contentment wrapping around her like a second skin. As she shifted, a slow ache bloomed through her body; a delicious reminder of the night before.&

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