Semua Bab Fading Embers: The Search For Lost Love: Bab 51 - Bab 60

“I’m glad we get to travel like this again,” Emily said, walking with Calista to the terminal. She was wearing a slinky white dress and sunglasses.Calista smiled, pushing her little box of clothes. This time, she decided not to spend Anthony’s money since she had no intention of going out with him.Calista wore a sophisticated, flowy maxi dress, gracefully navigating the airport line as they stood in the not-so-long line for their papers to be verified.“Why did you choose to travel by plane when you could use the private jet?” Calista asked as she stood beside Emily in line.“Because I can’t now,” Emily replied. “It’s under maintenance, and we really can’t afford one at the moment. The company is going through a lot of crises as we speak.”“Really?” Calista asked, shocked. “I’m so sorry, dear. I had no idea.”“It’s fine. No one knows except you and my grandfather,” she replied, taking a step closer to the attendant. Calista followed suit, dragging her luggage with her.“You did not

Calista’s mouth fell open at the words she heard. Her heart stopped, and she felt a rush of conflicting emotions—shock, disbelief, and a pang of guilt. She stared at him, wide-eyed. “How can you say that?” she whispered, her voice trembling. “You’re getting married to my best friend!”“I know it sounds impossible, but it’s the truth,” he said, pushing his hands closer to her. “I can’t explain it all right now, but I need you to believe me.”“Believe you?” she questioned, still finding it hard to grasp the words he was saying. “Believe you, Ranya?” She shook her head, disbelief overtaking her as she watched him mumble. “Ranya, this isn’t fair. To me, to Signoral, to anyone. You can’t just drop this on me and expect me to—”“I had to tell you,” he interrupted gently. “I couldn’t keep lying to myself. I love you, and I want to be with you.”“Shut up!” she roared, glaring at him. If he thinks he can buy his way into her heart with his words, then he better take a full course on being a jo

Her body surged with adrenaline as his lips met hers, leaving Calista stunned and motionless, her eyes wide with shock.He isn’t kissing her now, is he?She felt a rush of sweetness as he kissed her, a sensation she had never experienced with him before. Her legs trembled at the unexpected gesture.Ranya’s lips on hers felt like a shockwave. Calista’s mind went blank for a moment, her heart pounding wildly in her chest. As much as she wanted to resist, there was something magnetic about the way he held her—the heat of his body pressing against hers. But the reality of the situation crashed over her like an icy wave. She pushed against his chest, breaking the kiss, her breath coming in ragged gasps.“Stop!” she exclaimed, her voice trembling with anger and confusion. She stumbled back a few steps, her fingers brushing against her lips where his kiss still lingered. “What do you think you’re doing?”Ranya took a step towards her, his eyes softening with a mixture of victory and determin

“The Oval Office is located on the outskirts of the building. It faces the Rose Garden, one of the most peaceful and beautiful gardens in the White House.”The tour guide’s voice seemed to fade with each passing minute as Signoral struggled to concentrate.Ranya was no longer with them, nor was Damian. Signoral’s phone beeped, indicating a message. She clicked on it.Penelope had sent her a file about the car she intended to gift Mr. Lewiston for his election success.Signoral stepped away from the group to a quieter area and placed a call. Penelope picked up on the first ring.“When will it be in Washington?” Signoral asked as soon as Penelope answered. “The ceremony is in two days, and I need him to have it that night. Everyone must know I’m not with Ranya for the money.”“Tomorrow, ma’am,” Penelope replied. “It will be on the move as soon as you sign the documents.”“Okay,” Signoral replied, walking further away. “Is there something else you wanted to say?” She knew Penelope wouldn

Ranya’s voice sliced through the tension, his eyes fixed on Calista as he approached. The hallway felt like it was closing in on them.As Anthony watched Ranya walk towards them, he couldn’t help but ponder the words Signoral had shared with him. Could it be true? He couldn’t believe that his brother would have such cruel intentions toward Calista. Now he understood why she had always been so edgy around Ranya.“Do you really believe that sharing a room with our partners will fix this situation?” Ranya’s voice was firm, clearly showing his disapproval.“Why?” Anthony found himself asking. He loved Calista with everything inside him. He had reshaped his entire life because of her. His past wasn’t something he ever wished for her to find out about. “Is solving a mess a good enough reason to want to be in close quarters with the person you claim to love?”His brother might be trying to take her away, but he wouldn’t let that happen.Ranya’s voice was sharp and angry as he walked closer t