Lahat ng Kabanata ng Tangled Hearts: Contracted Desire: Kabanata 1 - Kabanata 5

Emily’s heart raced as she surveyed the grand ballroom, filled with opulent decorations –shimmering lights, exquisite floral arrangements – and influential guests. But only one thought burned in her mind…Revenge.Her eyes darted across the room until they landed on the man who had single-handedly ruined her family—Wyatt McKinley, the billionaire heir of the McKinley Corporation. There he was, surrounded by a circle of power and wealth, his presence commanding attention. Violent emotions of rage and burning hatred invaded Emily’s chest as she stared at him from across the room. It was time for her to exact justice and restore her family’s name.Determined to confront him, she swiftly navigated through the crowd, skillfully manoeuvering her way closer to him, the deep navy-blue fabric of her gown swishing around her ankles. Her steps were purposeful, her posture radiating confidence. The room buzzed with excitement, but Emily remained focused on her mission. She wasn’t going to let him

Emily sat in the cozy living room of her aunt’s residence – the Margaret Reynolds’ residence, enjoying a moment of relaxation as she sipped on her afternoon tea. Sitting on a plush, comfy sofa, she wore a soft, cream-colored cashmere sweater that draped delicately over her slender frame. The sweater was adorned with subtle cable-knit patterns, and paired with the sweater, Emily wore a tailored pair of dark-washed jeans. Her hair was styled in loose waves that cascaded over her shoulders, framing her face with effortless elegance.Her mind was still consumed by thoughts of her encounter with Wyatt at the charity event. Emily’s eyes unconsciously contemplated the details of the room as she flipped through her thoughts – the walls were painted in a soft, soothing shade of pale cream, creating a backdrop of understated elegance. Large windows adorned with flowing curtains allowed natural light to filter in, casting a gentle glow across the room.The plush sofa where she sat dominated the

In the bustling premises of The Reynolds Consulting Group – a prestigious consulting firm owned by Margaret Reynolds, Emily’s Aunt, was where Sarah and Emily worked. The firm was known for its holistic approach to business success, specializing in providing strategic advice, leadership development, and business consulting services to corporations and high-profile individuals. Both girls worked there, especially Emily, who was under the mentorship of her Aunt. Emily worked as a business consultant, while Sarah, with her vibrant personality, was adept as a marketing specialist.In the office cafeteria, Sarah and Emily found a quiet corner to enjoy their lunch break. The air hummed with the subtle sounds of conversation and the aroma of freshly brewed coffee. Sarah, with her infectious energy, animatedly recounted the story of how they first met during their college days.“Em, do you remember that time in the library when I accidentally knocked over a whole stack of books, and you helped