Nina’s heart skipped a beat as she found herself pulled into a secluded corner. Her breath was caught in her throat when she realized that the person who had caught her off guard was none other than Jayden. Her beautiful amber eyes met his dark orbs, and for a moment, time seemed to stand still. The emotions that had been roiling inside her moments ago surged back with a vengeance. She swallowed the lump in her throat, gathering her thoughts and summoning her composure. As she met his dark and intense gaze, her eyes reflected a blend of emotions—surprise, hurt, and a lingering trace of defiance. She tried to pull her arm out of his grasp, but she was no match for him. “What are you doing here?” The man asked. His voice was low, almost a whisper, tinged with a hint of concern. His grip on her arm was firm but not forceful as if he wanted her attention. Nina took a deep breath, her voice steady despite the tumultuous whirlwind of emotions raging within her. “Why can’t I be here?
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As the door swung open, Jayden’s eyes widened and his breath seemed to have been caught in his throat.His gaze settled upon the figures within the room, and a whirlwind of thoughts swirled in his mind like a turbulent wave.The woman he had feared to see inside was not Nina, and at that moment, a glimmer of relief shone through the darkness that had consumed him.He released a breath he hadn’t realized he was holding, feeling a slight reprieve from the turmoil that had consumed him just moments ago.Fortunately.Fortunately, it wasn’t her.He did not care about the scandalous scene before him and left the room, his gaze scanning the surroundings once more.After all, even though the woman inside was not her, he still had to find Nina.Turning around a corner, Jayden’s gaze instinctively veered towards the window and caught a glimmer of the familiar figure in the distance.And who could it be other than Nina herself?A surge of relief coursed through Jayden’s veins, washing away the f
“Jayden?” A crisp and mellow voice cut through the air like a sharp blade, shattering the tender moment between Jayden and Nina.Madison’s eyes widened in shock as she witnessed the scene before her. Her mind raced to comprehend the sight of Jayden embracing another woman so intimately.Confusion clouded her features as her thoughts ran wild. Jayden’s arms tightened around Nina as they turned towards the source of the voice.The woman in front of them seemed to be around Nina’s age. Her features were a stunning blend of different ethnicities. Her fair complexion was complemented by soft, flowing curls that framed her face. She exuded an aura of purity and elegance that drew attention from those around her. Jayden's expression hardened as his gaze fell upon the women, annoyance flickering in his eyes. Though he had expected some kind of confrontation, he had hoped to avoid it on this particular night. Nina’s initial shock quickly transformed into a cold, guarded demeanor as she ass
Every single word that came out of her mouth was like a dagger piercing his soul. The weight of her disappointment, her pain, and unspoken anguish settled heavily upon his shoulders. Jayden’s chest tightened, and he took a step closer to Nina. “Number eight, eleven, and sixteen,” he suddenly said. “Those were your creation, right?” Nina’s mouth fell agape in surprise as she registered his words. To avoid any accidents, the outfits selected for the runway were kept a secret. Except for the designers themselves, no one knew about the arrangements. Even Victor had no idea about it. How did Jayden know about it? Seeing her stunned expression, Jayden pulled her into his arms. He hugged her tightly, burying his face in the crook of her neck. Taking in her natural fragrance, his chaotic thoughts finally calmed down, and he felt at ease. “How did you know?” she asked, looking confused. “I figured it out.” He spoke softly. “When the models walked the runway, a sense of familiarity washe
Gently shifting her body, Nina attempted to create some space between them. Her hands instinctively placed themselves on his chest when her amber gaze met his.In the stillness of the night, the luminous moon hung outside the window, casting a gentle glow upon the room. Jayden propped himself up, his eyes fixated on Nina’s face. The dim light danced in her eyes, reflecting the stars that adorned the night sky. A surge of emotions coursed through his veins, urging him to act upon the itch in his heart.Jayden leaned in, his eyes brimming with longing and desire, closing the distance between them.“Mmph!”His touch was gentle, yet possessive. His long fingers tangled in her hair as he deepened the kiss, savoring the taste of her lips against his.As she felt his domineering kiss, Nina knew she had been tricked. Gritting her teeth, she opened her mouth and bit his lips aggressively.Hiss!Jayden winced in pain and reluctantly parted their lips.“You’re good, Jayden Luxton,” Nina spat, he
Nina shrugged off Madison’s arms and stepped away from her.“I asked you to stop. Didn’t you hear me?” Madison tried to block Nina again.Nina raised an eyebrow, her tone cool and composed. “Why should I listen to you? Are we familiar?”A contemptuous sneer escaped Madison’s soft lips when she heard her words. “Heh. Are you feigning ignorance because you're afraid to confront me?”“Move,” Nina replied harshly. Uninterested in engaging in a pointless conversation with her, she walked away.“What will it take for you to leave, Jayden? You can name any condition.” Madison’s voice suddenly echoed from behind, making Nina halt in her tracks.Nina stopped where she was and slowly turned around, her eyes squinting slightly. “Can you give me anything I ask?”Seeing that she was finally tempted, Madison couldn’t help but smirk.“Yes, as long as you agree to leave him, I’ll fulfill all of your conditions,” she declared confidently, not masking the disdain in her eyes.“Is five million enough? I
“Mr. Santiago, I think you're mistaken. Your business is in this mess not because of me, but your precious daughter.” Nina calmly pointed out, shaking her head at her father’s lack of awareness.“What?”Nina advised him patiently. "Ask Alyson what happened at the after-party a few days ago and you’ll understand everything. If you don’t believe me, you can reach out to your contacts and find out the truth. After all, the matter is still hot.”“Also,” she continued, “This is the last time I’ll be warning you lots. Since we’ve already cut ties, Mr. Santiago, please respect yourself and don’t come looking for me again.”Her words were firm, leaving no room for further discussion as she walked away.Unconvinced, Mr. Santiago wanted to chase after her, but before he could get any closer, a man suddenly appeared out of nowhere, blocking Nina from his sight.The man had a tall build, with muscles visibly bulging out of his t-shirt. He looked like a professional bodyguard, and his sharp gaze b