MasukShare
The Perfect Picture
Tanggal publikasi:
2026-11-08 04:04:49Sasha stepped out of the shower and checked the time. Cassian was coming over that evening, and she intended to make the most of his visit.
She had given her maid the evening off to avoid interruptions. When the doorbell rang, she checked the peephole and smiled. Cassian was outside. She loosely tied her silk robe, ran her fingers through her damp hair, and opened the door.
Cassian looked momentarily surprised. “Did I come at a bad time?”
“Not at all.&rd
Bab terbaru
The Woman He Buried The Perfect Picture
Sasha stepped out of the shower and checked the time. Cassian was coming over that evening, and she intended to make the most of his visit.She had given her maid the evening off to avoid interruptions. When the doorbell rang, she checked the peephole and smiled. Cassian was outside. She loosely tied her silk robe, ran her fingers through her damp hair, and opened the door.Cassian looked momentarily surprised. “Did I come at a bad time?”“Not at all.” Sasha gave him a shy smile. “I was just finishing my shower. Come in.”She leaned forward and kissed his cheek before stepping aside.Cassian entered, and she closed the door behind him. Her damp hair fell over her shoulders. He noticed her appearance but kept his expression neutral.“Why don’t you get dressed first?” he suggested. “We can have dinner and talk.”Sasha moved closer and whispered in his ear, “Are you
The Woman He Buried A Carefully Played Hand
Sasha arrived at her office at Marquez Group shortly before noon. After setting down her handbag, she glanced at her engagement ring.Her meeting with Lukas had gone nowhere. He had questioned her motives, refused to get involved, and made it clear that he trusted Isla enough to dismiss her warnings.Perhaps she had taken the wrong approach. If she couldn’t turn those close to Isla against her, she would have to strengthen her ties with the Vega family instead.They had always welcomed her. Franklin approved of her relationship with Cassian, while Diana had treated her warmly for years. If Sasha wanted to secure her future with Cassian, keeping his mother on her side was important.She picked up her phone and called Agatha. Her mother answered after a few rings.“Sasha? Is everything all right?”“Yes, Mother. I wanted to ask when the next ladies’ tea gathering is.”“Next week, I believe. Why?&
The Woman He Buried A Matter of Fifteen Minutes
The drive back to the Delacroix estate was quiet. Lukas noticed the change in Isla's expression after her brief encounter with Cassian, but he chose not to ask. Whatever had happened between them, she clearly preferred to keep it private.When the car stopped at the estate, Lukas turned to her. “Are you all right?”Isla smiled faintly. “I’m fine.”He studied her. “You don’t have to pretend with me.”“I know.” She glanced toward the entrance. “You’re leaving for Munich tomorrow, aren’t you?”“Tomorrow evening. I still have a few things to take care of before I go.”“Then I won’t keep you.”Lukas stepped out and offered her his hand. They walked toward the entrance, where the staff had already opened the doors.“I’ll call once I’m settled,” he said. “And you’re always welcome in Munich. My family would love to see you.”“I might take you up on that.”He gave her a brief, familiar embrace. “Take care of yourself, Isla.”“You too. Have a safe flight.”Lukas held her gaze for a moment befo
The Woman He Buried A Night of Pretending
Sasha kept the conversation light, discussing the foundation’s gala, the guest list, and their duties as an engaged couple. Cassian answered when needed, but his attention kept drifting across the room.Isla was smiling at something Lukas had said.Sasha followed his gaze. “She seems to have settled in quickly.”Cassian looked back at her. “What do you mean?”“As the Delacroix heiress, at the company, and with Lukas.” She took a sip of wine. “She seems to have moved on rather easily.”“She’s entitled to live her life.”“Of course.” Sasha set down her glass. “I only meant that you seem interested in how she’s doing.”“I’m not discussing her.”His calm reply only frustrated Sasha further. She took another drink. The conversation grew strained, and she ordered another glass of wine before Cassian had finished his
The Woman He Buried An Unexpected Dinner
Lukas called Isla late that afternoon.“Would you like to have dinner?” he asked. “And before you accuse me of being presumptuous, I’ve already made a reservation.”Isla smiled. “Then I suppose I have no choice.”“You could refuse. I’d only have to explain to the restaurant that my guest had abandoned me.”She laughed. “All right. What time should I be ready?”“I’ll pick you up at eight. I thought we deserved a proper dinner before I leave.”Her smile faded slightly. “You’re leaving?”“Back to Munich. I’ve been away longer than I intended, and there are matters at the company that need my attention.”“Of course. You have a business to run.”“And a grandfather who’s begun making threats,” Lukas said, sounding amused. “He says if I don’t return soon, he’ll send someone to drag me home. I suspect he’s already removing me from the family tree.”“Really?” Isla asked, smiling.“Or he’ll disinherit me and donate my inheritance to a cause he considers more deserving. You know how impatient he
The Woman He Buried The Records They Left Behind
Isla spent the morning in her parents’ room, trying to understand the life they had left behind.She searched the wardrobe, browsed the books, and examined the few items on the dressing table. Nothing stirred a memory. She had been too young when Magnus and Lavinia died to remember them.Still, she wanted to know them.She entered the adjoining study. Magnus’s desk stood by the window, bare except for a lamp and a framed photograph. Isla ran her fingers along its edge, then opened the top drawer.Inside were pens, envelopes, and an old appointment book. Most entries were routine, but several pages near the end were marked with narrow strips of paper.One date was underlined twice. Beside it, Magnus had written a brief note and a file number.Isla studied the entry, then closed the book. She didn’t know what it meant, but it suggested her father had been dealing with something beyond the company’s usual affairs.She carried the appointment book into the hall, where Finn was arranging a
Anda juga akan menyukai
On Her Master’s Bed!
Xee write688.5K DibacaForced marriage: Dear wife, you can't escape me
Natie 589.9K DibacaWarning: My Mommy is A Savage!
Seeking A Peaceful Life2.2M DibacaPlease Me, Mr. Reed
EliJa738.1K DibacaToo Late! My Ex-wife Won the Heart of Three Ruthless CEOs
Betty Bella39 DibacaThe Charming CEO I Slept With Is My Ex’s Half Brother
EffizyWrites 310 DibacaThe Billionaire's Forbidden Bride
Ahbby243 DibacaMy Crazy Life as the CEO's Wife
Mir126 Dibaca
