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25. Don’t you want to ask why I kissed you?
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The Heiress and the Four Brothers 93. Because you’re stupid
ACE (9 Years Old)At my age, reading law books was considered “normal.” That’s what Mama said. But this evening, I didn’t want to read about jurisprudence or European court systems. I wanted to read about the other Atticus. The one who wasn’t me.My little fingers flipped the pages slowly, almost silently. I was reading the part about Scout and Jem walking home in the dark. I liked how the writing made the world feel slower, like it had its own heartbeat. Not like this house, which always sounded like a giant clock ticking way too fast.Then I heard high heels clicking. I knew those steps. I slammed the book shut and slipped it under the cushion of the chair. I straightened up and swapped it on the table for The Federalist Papers. My heart was pounding so loud, like I’d been caught stealing time.The door opened. “Ace? What are you reading?”Mama stood in the doorway, tall and lean, dressed in a formal gray suit even though it was already evening. Her blonde hair was neatly done, an
The Heiress and the Four Brothers 92. I’ve spent my life controlling everything
ACEWe had just stepped into my room when my eyes caught three foreign objects on the desk by the bookshelf. Three gift boxes, each one painfully easy to guess.One was wrapped in pitch-black paper with no ribbon. Damon. Obviously.The second was in clean white linen, tied in a Japanese-style furoshiki knot. Had to be Cal.And the last one, cartoon dogs on the paper, with a handwritten note: “Don’t open this in front of Sera.”Beck. That bastard.Sera scoffed when she read it. “So Beck.”“I haven’t even opened it yet and I already know it’s something stupid,” I muttered.She chuckled and wandered over to the small bookcase I installed low on the wall. Her fingers ran along the spines of old law books and paused on a worn-out volume.“Did you actually read all of these?” she asked.“By the time I was ten, I could quote Marbury v. Madison.”“Constitutional Law, Volume Two …,” she murmured. “God, I miss reading something heavy.”I snorted, unbuttoning my coat and tossing it over the back
The Heiress and the Four Brothers 91. I want to see who Ace is now
ACEI didn’t ask where she was driving. I figured today I could loosen the reins a bit.After everything that happened earlier, I knew I had to reel myself in before I lost all control. But there was a part of me that didn't want to let go just yet.And when she said she wanted to take me on a date, I didn’t say no.I don’t get asked out often. Usually, I’m the one planning the whole damn thing.After brunch and a few blocks of aimless driving, Sera glanced at me from behind the wheel, one brow raised. “So,” she said casually, “aside from this morning’s drama and the flower-bomb from your mother that you treated like an active grenade—what do you actually want today?”I leaned my head against the window, watching the city blur past. “Hm?”“It’s your birthday. I want to get you something.”I looked at her. “You know I don’t need anything, right?”“It’s not about need,” she replied, throwing me a quick look before turning back to the road. “I just want to. And for once, I want you to sa
The Heiress and the Four Brothers 90. I’m with you
SERAAfter we parked on a quiet street, I turned to Ace sitting calmly in the driver’s seat. “I won’t be long,” I said, unbuckling my seatbelt. “You can wait here.”“You always say that, but somehow I age ten years every time I wait.”I gave him a faint smile. “You’re already old.”He just looked at me with that mock-threatening stare before turning his face toward the window.Edward Hayes was waiting for me on the second floor, in one of the unused office units. He looked the same as always—crisp suit, classic watch, and that polished smile that never quite earned your full trust. But Reggie trusted him, so do I.Next to him stood a younger woman—straight posture, neatly styled brown hair, and a gaze that told you she was used to being in charge. Her skin was a warm olive tone, her eyes sharp, and she wore a black blazer and perfectly tailored pencil skirt.“This is our firm’s new partner, Savannah Brucio,” Edward introduced. “She specializes in properties like this.”I gave a polite
The Heiress and the Four Brothers 89. So it wasn’t from a secret lover?
ACETo my son, on the year you are finally expected to win. ~VivienneOf course she’d write something like that. Subtle pressure wrapped up in neat handwriting. Classic.“It’s from my mom,” I said quietly. But I didn’t open the box. For some reason, there was this odd twist in my chest, a flicker of caution.Sera was still watching me, gentle but curious. “You’re not going to open it?”I shook my head. “Later.” Then I handed the package back to Jonas. “Can you bring it up to my room?”Jonas nodded and carried them upstairs.Sera tilted her head, probably about to ask more, but before she could, Grant showed up with that particular expression that usually means something urgent.“Happy birthday, Mr. Ace,” he said with a polite smile. “I do appreciate your joy today, but I need to speak with Miss Sera. It’s important.”I nodded. “Of course.”Sera brushed her hand lightly down my arm, whispering, “I’ll catch up with you later,” before slipping away with Grant.As she left, I noticed som
The Heiress and the Four Brothers 88. You’re mine today
ACEMorning broke, the world still quiet—but my heart was already pounding, like it knew what was coming.Today was my birthday.Normally, I’m not the type to make a big deal out of birthdays, but this year feels different. Maybe it’s the unspoken “rule” Sera made about today being just for me.One day. Mine.And she knew I was collecting on that.I’d just opened my bedroom door when I saw her standing there—hand already raised mid-knock. She froze for a fraction of a second, then slowly lowered it like she hadn’t been caught.She was already dressed, wearing a soft blue dress that draped perfectly over her frame. Her hair was neatly done, her face fresh.Not that she wasn’t beautiful on any other day—but this morning, she was glowing. Like she got ready for me.And damn, I liked that thought way more than I should’ve.“Happy birthday,” she said casually, a small smile tugging at her lips. “You don’t look too bad for a guy who just woke up.”I raised an eyebrow. “That’s it?”She stifl
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