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Midnight terms

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Chapter 7

A week had passed since Elara sent the text to Lucien, and still, there was no response. All hope was lost now. She had expected it, but she hadn’t expected it to hurt this much.

No one knew she had gone to see him. Elara was staying at Ryan’s apartment; she couldn’t bear to sleep in her own house alone. She heard from Noah occasionally; after their fight, he’d called to check in and sometimes dropped off food for her.

She was currently nestled on Ryan’s bed, slowly eating a bowl of soup. Ryan’s eyes never left her.

“I want to ask why you’re looking at me like that, but I really don’t have the strength to know why,” Elara said, her spoon scraping the ceramic bowl.

“You talked to him, didn’t you?” Ryan pressed.

“Who?” Elara asked, feigning ignorance.

“Lucien, you bitch,” Ryan said, pulling the soup bowl away.

“I’m going to bed,” Elara announced, adjusting herself under the duvet.

“Oh, come on, Ellie. I know you did. I just hope you didn’t do or say anything stupid.”

“I didn’t
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  • Terms and conditions of the heart    Bitter breakfast

    Chapter 13“Oh dear, it’s two in the afternoon,” Maggie said, stepping into Elara’s room. She found the young woman still tangled in her sheets, barely awake.“How are you, Maggie?” Elara groaned, pulling the covers higher to shield her eyes from the sunbeam slicing through the window.“When I asked, I meant you should have been up hours ago,” Maggie replied, gently dragging the duvet down to Elara’s waist.“Sorry… I didn't sleep well last night,” Elara admitted, pushing herself up.“I can tell. You look plain,” Maggie noted, sitting on the edge of the bed beside her.“Where is Lucien?”“He’s in the living room, darling.”“What’s he doing here?”“Well, it’s his house,” Maggie said with a small, knowing smile.“Right…” Elara muttered.“You should get dressed, dear. Your food will be waiting on the dining table.” With a gentle pat on the knee, Maggie left the room.Elara rose and dressed quickly, choosing a simple white and pink sundress that fell a few inches below her knee. She gather

  • Terms and conditions of the heart    3 A.M Orders

    Chapter 12 “Girl, fuck him,” Ryan said, handing Elara a bowl of chicken soup. “He really thinks he rules the world with that tiny business of his.” “‘Don’t curse, darling,’” Elara mimicked, rolling her eyes and mocking Lucien’s tone. “You should’ve just stabbed his throat with these heels,” Ryan said, picking one up and inspecting it dramatically. “Nah,” Elara scoffed. “We don’t want his blood on them.” Ryan laughed and stood up. “Let me grab some blankets. I’m so glad you didn’t go back to that house tonight.” She disappeared down the hallway. Elara exhaled deeply. She couldn’t have gone back anyway. Not after everything. Not after the humiliation. Lucien could rage all he wanted — she didn’t care anymore. Ryan returned with blankets, tossing one over Elara. She’d already changed into one of Ryan’s nightgowns, the soft fabric a small comfort against the chaos in her head. Curling up beside her best friend, Elara closed her eyes, silently praying this was all just a nightmare

  • Terms and conditions of the heart    Pretend wife

    Chapter 11She searched everywhere for Josh and the car, the cool night air biting at her bare arms. Did Lucien find out she left the house? So many terrifying possibilities went through her head as she stared at the empty parking lot.She began walking, taking a different route so Noah wouldn't spot her. A sudden, cold drop hit her cheek. Then another. It began to rain."Shit," she cursed, looking down at her plain tee and jeans, which would soon be plastered to her skin.She noticed a car was following her. Panic flared in her chest, and she hurried her pace, refusing to look back. The car accelerated, pulling up alongside her.The window whirred down. "What are you doing here?" a voice asked, not bothering to look at her.She froze, unable to turn toward him. Gosh, he's really doing a good job scaring the shit out of me, she thought. "I... I'm sorry. I didn't come alone. I came along with Josh, but he vanished.""Sorry, ma'am," Josh said, lowering his own window just as she finally

  • Terms and conditions of the heart    Rules and recklessness

    Chapter 10Elara hadn’t gotten much sleep the night before.The whole change still didn’t sit right with her.The sun streamed through the curtains, its brightness forcing her eyes open. She rubbed them, half-hoping it was all a ridiculous dream—but it wasn’t. Reality hit her again, heavy and suffocating.She took a quick shower and slipped into casual clothes. She didn’t even know what her “job” here was supposed to be. Was she meant to sit around waiting for his orders? The thought made her scoff.She’d always been independent—strong-willed, capable. Now, she felt trapped, like she’d been dropped into a gilded cage.As she reached for the door, she froze. Lucien was probably back. She didn’t want to see him—not yet. She wished he’d just vanish long enough for her to run far away.But hunger won. Her stomach growled in protest.She took a deep breath and opened the door—only to jump back with a gasp.Lucien was standing right outside.“God!” she blurted, pressing a hand to her chest.

  • Terms and conditions of the heart    Till Debt Do Us Part

    Chapter 9“The hell do you mean you’re getting married to Lucien?” Ryan shouted, pacing the room like a storm about to break.“Yes… I don’t know, but it was my only choice,” Elara said quietly.“Girl, that’s bullshit! You didn’t even tell anyone. Taking a loan would’ve been way better than marrying that man.”“And how was I supposed to pay it back, Ryan?” Elara shot back, anger flaring through her voice.Ryan stopped pacing, her lips pressed into a thin line.“If I don’t help them, no one will,” Elara continued, her voice shaking. “We’ve tried everything—we’re stuck. I know it’s stupid, but it would be even more stupid if I let them die just like that. You heard the doctor that night. They can’t do anything for us anymore… no one can.”Her voice broke, and the tears came in heavy drops. She fell to her knees, sobbing uncontrollably.Ryan’s anger melted away. She hurried over, crouching beside her and pulling her into her arms, running her hand gently through Elara’s hair.“Please… don

  • Terms and conditions of the heart    Paper chains

    Chapter 8Elara’s gaze burned holes through the contract. Lucien had given her until the next afternoon to give him an answer, and he hadn't said a single word after handing it over last night.Why me? she thought, the question a nagging scratch in her mind. Why would he want to marry her of all people? Even though she knew it was purely a business transaction—a year of her life for a billion-dollar contract. It felt strange, and deeply personal. Did he have a hidden agenda?She was supposed to respond today.She read the document again, scrutinizing every clause, terrified she'd missed a term that would risk her life or safety. But it was exactly as she’d first understood it, a stark, unambiguous contract. She would be married to Lucien for one year, solely to secure a major business deal.She hated to admit it, but on paper, it was simple.But she knew Lucien. There was nothing simple or ordinary about him.He’d laid out the rules, a list of demands that made her blood simmer:They

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