Semua Bab Love and Crosses: What The Heart Wants: Bab 31 - Bab 40

Riele had no idea what to reply to him. She couldn’t tell if he was serious or if he was pulling her legs.“I promise that I won’t hurt your feelings, Riele.”“Um…Kim, I don’t think we should…” She tried to leave, but he held her hand and pulled her closer to him. He lifted her chin so she could look at him.“I love you, Riele. I know we started on the wrong foot, but believe me, it made me realize that I love you.”“Kim…I can’t…” he placed his index finger on her lips, shushing her.Riele had no choice, but to remain silent and listen to his confession.“Give me a chance, that’s all I am asking for.”“Kim…”“Don’t turn me down without knowing my true intentions, Riele.”“I…”“Do you love me?”“I…” She bowed her head. She didn’t want him to see her tearing up, but he did before she could hide it.He lifted her chin and saw her teardrops. He pulled her face closer and kissed her eyes. “I don’t want to make you cry, and I never want to see you cry.”“Kim…”“Do you love me?”She nodded s

Jay sat alone in his apartment, deep in thought. He hadn't been able to stop thinking about Riele and the bet he'd made. His heart still ached at the thought of losing her, but he was determined to do the right thing for his friend.With a sigh, he pushed these thoughts aside and focused on the more pressing matter at hand: finding a female model for the competition. He knew that Kim's success in the competition depended on this.Jay decided to hit the bars in search of potential models.As he sipped his drink, his eyes scanned the bar for anyone who might fit the bill. Suddenly, he spotted a woman sitting alone at the bar. She had a striking look with her dark hair and piercing eyes.He decided to approach her. "Hey, I couldn't help but notice you over here. I'm actually looking for someone for a modeling gig, and I think you'd be perfect."The woman raised an eyebrow and studied him for a moment. "A modeling gig, huh? What kind of gig are we talking about?""A fashion competition.As

Utter sat in his dimly lit apartment, a devious smile spreading across his face as he dialed Kim's office number. After a few rings, the line was picked up."Kim's office. Who's this?" came the curt voice of Kim's assistant, Amanda.”"It's Utter," he drawled, his voice dripping with confidence. "Tell Kim I need to speak with him. It's urgent."The assistant hesitated for a moment, but then complied with Utter's request. "Please hold," she said, placing him on hold. “Um, Miss Jane, can you please get Mr. Kim?” Amanda politely asked Jane who was standing in a corner.“What's wrong?”“It's one of our ex-models…”“Put him on loudspeaker,” Jane cut in before Amanda could finish her sentence.Amanda did as she was told.After what felt like an eternity, Utter was furious. Suddenly, he heard a voice from the other side of the call, but it wasn't Kim who picked up the phone."Utter, how may we help you?" Jane's voice was sharp, cold as ice.Utter's smirk only widened. "And you are?" “My name

Madison had always known how to charm her way through any situation. But now, standing in the dimly lit back office of Utter’s upscale showroom, the mask of politeness and poise had fallen away. Her face was drawn, tense, as she looked down at the documents spread out on the table between her and Utter."Is this everything?" Utter’s voice was calm, calculated, though his eyes betrayed a hint of impatience. He ran a hand through his neatly combed hair, his gaze shifting from Madison to the array of design sketches and competition plans she had brought with her.Madison nodded, her eyes flicking nervously between the pages. "This is just part of it. Kim and his team have been working around the clock—there’s so much more to uncover. These are the ones I managed to get hold of before they tightened security." She placed a few more files onto the table, her hands trembling slightly.Utter studied the plans closely, his lips curling into a sly smile. "Impressive," he muttered, his fingers t

The following morning felt different. The air was thick with anticipation, a mixture of fear and resolve hanging in the office. Kim, Riele, Jane, and Jay gathered in their war room, all eyes fixed on the pile of documents, photos, and notes that littered the table. Their team had always been tight-knit, but now, it felt like they were fighting an enemy they couldn’t see—someone who had been within their ranks all along.Kim’s phone buzzed again, this time with a message from a source he didn’t recognize.“I have something that can prove Utter’s involvement. Meet me at the warehouse. 3 PM sharp. Don’t bring anyone.”The message was short, cryptic, but the words stood out. This was their chance to expose Utter once and for all. Kim’s mind raced as he read it, a part of him feeling the weight of the decision. He couldn’t trust anyone right now—not even the people who claimed to have information. But this was too important to pass up.“We’ve got a lead,” Kim said, his voice steady despite