All Chapters of The One He Let Go: Chapter 61 - Chapter 70

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Where is Aiden?

AndersonI stared at the screen of my laptop, my eyes fixed on the email I had sent to Mr. Davis nearly a week ago. No response. Not even a polite acknowledgment. My fingers tapped rhythmically on the desk as frustration struck in my chest. How could someone ignore an offer like mine?The demand for my latest collection was already faltering, and the clock was ticking. I couldn't afford to lose momentum now, not when so much was riding on this deal.My phone buzzed on the desk beside me, snapping me out of my thoughts. I glanced at the screen: Mom.The frustration in me spiked. I let the call ring out, ignoring it completely. She called again, her name flashing insistently."Not now," I muttered, shoving the phone into my pocket as I grabbed my keys and stormed out of the house.The drive to the office was frustrating. Every second of silence in the car seemed to echo the ticking time bomb that was my business. When I finally reached the building, I made way to my office, the space of

Last Updated : 2025-01-18

I needed space

AndersonAiden was stubborn, yes. But in all his stubbornness, he had never broken the rule about being home before 7 PM. Now it was nearing 9 PM, and there was no sign of him. My flight was in 40 minutes, and the weight of uncertainty pressed down on my chest like a vice.Ava stood in the living room, pacing nervously. “Anderson, I think we should call the police. He’s just a kid. What if something happened to him?”I rubbed my temple, trying to keep my composure. The last thing I wanted was to start an investigation with all the problem and back-and-forths. But Ava was right. Aiden missing called for immediate action.“Let’s hold off on that for now,” I said, grabbing my car keys. “He has one friend, Theo, who lives at the end of the estate. I’ll drive there and check first. Maybe Aiden’s there and just lost track of time.”Ava hesitated but nodded, her face etched with worry.I walked out the door, the cold night air hitting me as I climbed into my car and sped off toward Theo’s h

Last Updated : 2025-01-19

You don’t even care

AidenFor the past few days, the house felt quieter than usual. The kind of silence that made my skin crawl and my chest tighten. Grandma and Aunt Kate or should I say my stepmother were gone, off to Italy for some event I didn’t care about. At first, I thought their absence might be a relief, but it wasn’t. It made everything worse.The silence wasn’t peaceful; it was oppressive. There was no one around to cook a fresh meal, no comforting smells coming from the kitchen. Instead, I had to heat up leftovers from the fridge and eat alone at the table. I tried to pretend it didn’t bother me, but it did.I missed Mom.Not that I hadn’t always missed her, I did. But today, the weight of her absence pressed harder on my chest. Why didn’t she care? Why did she leave me behind? Maybe she was happy wherever she was, living her life while I was stuck here, miserable and forgotten.Or was it Dad’s fault?Dad wasn’t cruel, not really. He didn’t yell about my grades, always saying it didn’t matter

Last Updated : 2025-01-19

Missing Bag

AndersonStepping out of the house, I took a deep breath, savoring the cold night air. My phone buzzed in my pocket for the tenth time, but I ignored it. David was already waiting in the car, and my nerves were on edge. I was running late. I glanced at my watch as I walked toward the driveway. 9:30 PM. My flight was at 9:40, and the airport wasn’t far, but in this city, traffic had a mind of its own.“Good evening sir,” David greeted, stepping out of the car and opening the passenger door for me. “We should hurry if you want to make it on time.”“Tell me something I don’t know, David,” I muttered, sliding into the seat. “Did you double-check the itinerary?”David nodded, holding up his tablet. “Yes, sir. Everything’s ready. You just need to relax.”Relax? Not likely. Between Aiden’s stunt earlier, coupled with Ava’s endless nagging, and the pressure of this deal, I was anything but calm. I leaned back in my seat as David drive onto the highway, the light sound of the engine doing li

Last Updated : 2025-01-20

Arrived in Rome

AndersonHow could David make such a mistake? Forgetting my suitcase on a business trip this important? The man was reliable 99% of the time, but of course, it was the 1% that always seemed to matter the most.I sighed, staring out of the window of the taxi that had picked me up from the airport in Rome. As if leaving the suitcase behind wasn’t bad enough, I’d just realized that the main event wasn’t even in Rome. It was in Florence.Fluorescence? No, Florence. Whatever.I pinched the bridge of my nose, groaning softly. “This is why I should have double-checked the details myself,” I muttered.The driver glanced at me through the rearview mirror, clearly confused by my outburst. I waved him off and leaned back in my seat..I wasted no time booking the fastest flight to Florence. The whole ordeal was frustrating, but at least it was giving me a crash course in Italian domestic travel. By the time I landed in Florence, my patience was thinner than the thread count on budget hotel she

Last Updated : 2025-01-20

Birthday suprise

KellyAdrian always had a way of making me melt, whether I wanted him to or not. It was his deep sweet voice, his persistence, or maybe that disarming smile that made it hard to say no.I didn’t want to go out today, but he insisted. He didn’t say much about why, only that it was important. I resisted at first but eventually gave in. Harper was thrilled, of course, she loved any outing with her dad, no matter the destination.We stopped in front of Francesca’s restaurant, and my mood immediately changed.Francesca. Why here, of all places?This place brought back memories I wasn’t keen to revisit. The lack of gelato wasn’t even the problem, it was what this place represented.Childhood crush, Whatever.The knots in my stomach tightened as Adrian parked and led us inside.The moment we stepped in, I hesitated. Adrian, noticing my hesitation, looked at me. His brow furrowed, but he didn’t say a word. Instead, he gestured to the table he had clearly reserved for us. Harper skipped ahead,

Last Updated : 2025-01-20

Gala Night

KellyThe ride back to the villa was quiet, except for the sound of the car engine and Harper's soft snores. Adrian had suggested we head back early to continue the celebration in private since Harper was getting sleepy. He’d said it so casually, but something about the way he’d looked at me during dinner made me suspicious. Adrian had always been full of surprises, especially on my birthday. He had a way of turning ordinary moments into memories, even when I thought he’d forgotten.As the car pulled up to the villa, my heart betrayed me with a sense of anticipation. My logical mind argued against it. Don’t expect anything. Don’t set yourself up for disappointment. But my hopeful heart whispered otherwise.When we stepped out, I hesitated. My hand lingered on the car door as Harper clung sleepily to my arm. Adrian glanced back at me with a quizzical look, but I forced a smile and followed him inside.Everything was the same as we’d left it. No surprise banners, no sound of soft music

Last Updated : 2025-01-21

Anderson?

KellyAdrian’s grip on my hand was firm as we stepped further into the grand hall. It was a stunning display of wealth and luxury, the kind that could only be afforded by the most wealthy circles. Crystal chandeliers bathed the room in a soft, golden glow, and the polished floors reflected the opulence of designer shoes and tailored suits.I had always been drawn to fashion, and tonight was no exception. My eyes darted from one outfit to the next, mentally cataloging brands and styles. Each detail seemed to outshine the last, yet nothing made me feel out of place. I was confident in my own sense of style.Adrian slowed beside me, greeting an older man in a sharp black suit. His warm handshake and cheerful banter left me momentarily free to let my gaze wander. I scanned the room, taking in the unfamiliar faces, one after another.None of them stirred any memory.I exhaled deeply, relief washing over me. For once, I could breathe without worrying about the ghosts of my past creeping in.

Last Updated : 2025-01-21

You’re suffocating me

KellyBlood seemed to drain from my face. Anderson? In Italy? I must've forgotten this was a show organized for designer's, but it still stung to see him here. My breath hitched as I let my eyes travel again, landing beside him was Kate. Her presence only made it worse. I tore my gaze away quickly, my grip tightening around the stem of my wineglass as I fought to steady my emotions. But Anderson’s eyes, those piercing, unyielding eyes never left mine.Adrian, oblivious to whats happening, continued his cheerful chatter about the gala. I was grateful he hadn’t noticed anything unusual, and I planned to keep it that way. Slowly, I let my gaze move back to where Anderson had been seated. To my relief, he was gone. A wave of calm washed over me, and I let out a soft sigh. Maybe this was just an unfortunate coincidence. Maybe—“Kelly?” Adrian’s voice snapped me back to the present.“Hm?” I turned to him, forcing a small smile as I pushed the thoughts of Anderson out of my mind.“I was sayi

Last Updated : 2025-01-21

Smack

Anderson Seeing Kelly inches away from me made my heart throb, and my fists clenched involuntarily. Damn it. How could she look even more beautiful now than she did back then? Her figure, the way that dress hugged her curves, the defiance in her eyes, it was all too much.Memories of the past crashed over me, flooding my senses like a wave. I couldn’t help but think about the way she used to laugh, the way she used to smile at me like I was her whole world. And now, here she was, standing in front of me, her face betraying nothing.I miss her.The thought came unbidden, raw and vulnerable. I hated myself for it, but I couldn't help it. But it wasn’t just want, it was need.Before I could stop myself, I was already closing the distance between us. My hands moved on their own, pinning her against the wall. Her sharp gasp cut through, and her eyes widened in shock.“What the hell are you doing?” she hissed, her voice low but shaking with anger and something else—fear?I cupped her che

Last Updated : 2025-01-23

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