Semua Bab The Obsession Of My Stepbrother: Bab 61 - Bab 70

Luca let out a low whistle, shaking his head. “Damn, bro. No need to get defensive. Just calling it like I see it.” Dino smirked, but his eyes flickered toward Eloise, gauging her reaction. She didn’t flinch, didn’t look up from her lunch, but the way her grip tightened on her fork told him she wasn’t as unaffected as she wanted to seem. Good. He leaned against the table, arms crossed casually. “Besides, even if Sandra and I were a thing, that’s not your business, is it?” His words were directed at Luca, but his gaze lingered on Eloise. Luca caught on immediately, his grin widening. “Oh-ho. So that’s what we’re doing?” He turned to Eloise, watching for a reaction. “What do you think, sis?” Eloise finally looked up, her expression blank. “I think Dino can do whatever he wants. It’s not like it affects us.” Dino felt something in his chest tighten at her indifference. He didn’t know why he expected a different reaction maybe a glare, maybe a biting remark... but this? This c

The reunion continued in full swing, with the ballroom brimming with chatter, laughter, and the clinking of glasses. Waiters in crisp uniforms weaved through the crowd, offering trays of drinks, while the live band played soft jazz in the background. It was the kind of upscale event that their high school classmates would have dreamed of back then flashy, extravagant, and meant to show off success. Eloise moved through the room with ease, engaging in polite conversations, exchanging pleasantries, and effortlessly shutting down any lingering whispers about the past. The old Eloise might have shrunk under the weight of past ridicule, but she wasn’t that girl anymore. She carried herself with grace, her confidence evident in every step she took in her fitted, short dress that accentuated her curves. Yet, no matter how composed she remained on the outside, she couldn’t completely shake off the occasional glances she stole in Dino’s direction. Sandra hadn’t left his side all evening.

As Matteo stepped out of Eloise’s room, he found Dino still standing in the same spot, his expression unreadable. The tension in the air was thick, almost suffocating. Matteo let out a breath, stretching his arms before casually leaning against the wall. "Hey, man," Matteo started, his tone light but laced with curiosity. "Do you like Eloise by any chance?" Dino’s jaw tensed. "What do you mean?" Matteo smirked slightly, tilting his head. "I mean, do you have feelings for her?" Dino scoffed, but it sounded a little too forced. "You know that’s not possible. We’re siblings… right?" Matteo studied him for a moment, watching the way Dino’s fingers twitched at his sides. He wasn’t buying it. "Well, that’s fair," Matteo said, shrugging. Dino narrowed his eyes. "Why the questions?" Matteo grinned, pushing himself off the wall. "Nothing serious." With that, he turned on his heel and walked toward his room, leaving Dino standing alone in the dimly lit hallway. Dino let out

“What if I said yes?” he murmured. “What if I wanted to?” Eloise’s heart pounded so loudly she swore he could hear it. But she refused to be the first to break. Instead, she smiled. A slow, taunting smile. “Then I’d say… you think too highly of yourself”. As Eloise turned toward the door, her pulse still racing from their exchange, she reached for the handle. But just as she twisted it open, a firm hand shot out, pushing it shut with a quiet thud. Her breath caught. Dino was behind her now, his body a breath away, his presence overwhelming. She could feel the heat radiating from him, the tension thick enough to suffocate. Slowly, she turned to face him. Her back was against the door. His gaze was dark, unreadable, but the fire in his eyes was unmistakable. Before she could say a word, he caught her wrists, lifting them above her head, pinning them against the door with an effortless grip. Her breath hitched. “Dino—” He didn’t let her finish. His lips cr

Eloise hurriedly adjusted her blouse, her fingers trembling slightly as she fastened the buttons. Her body was still humming, fully aware of Dino’s lingering presence behind her. She could feel the heat of his stare, the intensity that had consumed them moments ago still crackling in the air. Her breath was uneven, her heart refusing to settle even as she forced herself to regain control. Then her phone rang. The sharp sound startled her, and she fumbled to grab it from the desk. She blinked at the screen. Matteo. Her stomach clenched. Of all times. Taking a slow, measured breath, she answered. "Hey, Matteo." "You sound out of breath," he noted instantly. "Are you okay?" Dino let out a quiet chuckle behind her, a knowing smirk tugging at his lips. The sound sent a fresh wave of frustration and something far more dangerous rushing through her veins. "I’m fine," she said quickly, clearing her throat. "Just… a long day." Matteo exhaled. "I figured. I was thinking, why d