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Chapter 1

On their third anniversary, Lucia opened a drawer and found the same box of condoms she'd bought before the wedding—still sealed.Not like they forgot protection. They just never had anything to protect. Three years, and Jared hadn't touched her once.So that night, she got bold. New lingerie, three glasses of red, and she wrapped her arms around his neck the second he stepped out of the shower."Babe," she whispered. "Let's—"He shoved her off."Seriously, Lucia? Have you no shame?" His voice was ice. "If you're that desperate, go hump a stick."She froze, color draining from her face.She couldn't wrap her head around it. She was reaching out to her husband, and he hit her with "no shame"?Lucia didn't sleep a second.Buried under the covers, she scrolled through a forum on her phone:[The pain of a sexless marriage. What should I do if my husband's never touched me since we got married?]Some replies hinted maybe he was into guys.Others wondered if he just... couldn't.

Chapter 2

The next morning, Lucia's phone buzzed nonstop.Half-asleep, she grabbed it—dozens of voice messages from Jared's mom.She tapped one without thinking, and the woman's anxious voice blasted through the room."Lucia, another month gone. Still no baby news?"I'm serious—you and Jared need to try harder. Even if it's exhausting at night, you must have a baby this year..."Lucia scrambled to mute it.Too late.She looked up—and Jared was already walking out of the bathroom.Jared froze mid-button, lips curling into a cold laugh."Wow, Lucia. Using my mom to drop hints first thing in the morning? That desperate, huh?"She went pale. "I didn't—"Before she could finish, he grabbed her chin, rough and sharp. His thumb and middle finger pinched her jaw while his index finger skimmed the curve of her throat."You didn't?" he sneered. "Then why are you still wearing THIS?"Lucia stiffened. She glanced down—still in last night's black lace nightgown.The sheer fabric clung to her sk

Chapter 3

Jared didn't say a word. Just marched her straight into the OB/GYN wing.The medical team was already lined up, waiting.One of the doctors stepped forward, all polite and professional."Mrs. Dawson, please change into the surgical gown. We'll start with an ovulation shot. The egg retrieval might sting a little—"Lucia froze. "Egg retrieval? For what?"Jared's patience snapped. "For IVF. How else are we having a baby?"Her blood ran cold.They were both healthy. He still chose IVF?Just to avoid touching her?She tried to hold steady, but her voice cracked. "Why?""What do you mean, why?""Why have this baby?" Her eyes snapped up. "Do you even want a kid with me?"He'd been planning to divorce her—so what was the point?Jared's brow creased. Something felt off.Lucia used to dream about having his baby. Even through IVF, she should've been excited.But now? She looked like she was barely holding it together.That look lit a fuse in him. His voice went cold."Because ou

Chapter 4

Before the doctor could finish, Lucia grabbed the test tubes and hurled them to the floor."I said I don't want to have his child."Her face was pale, but her eyes were stone cold."No matter what Jared paid you, I'll pay ten times more. Just don't tell him."The doctor freaked. "But... if Mr. Dawson asks—""Then wait till he does."She was done. If she was walking away, she'd burn every bridge on her way out.Lucia stared at the broken glass on the floor, a dull ache tightening in her chest.Once, she'd dreamed of having Jared's baby.Now?Her lips twisted into a bitter smile. She turned and walked out—never looking back.***Lucia checked herself out of the hospital on her own.Back home, the scent of Jared still clung to every room. It was suffocating.She needed air—needed space. So she headed to the hunting grounds.Back in Italvia, riding and hunting had been her escape. Khelmark didn't have much for that at first, but when Francesca found out, she bought a whole m

Chapter 5

Lucia froze. "How did he get trapped in the mountain?"Through her sobs, Alice spilled it.They'd spotted a white fox. Jared ignored the rain, chased it alone, and the mountain gave out. He got buried in a landslide."This is insane." Lucia's eyes narrowed. "This mountain's notorious for landslides. Wolves come out at night too. Is he trying to get himself killed?"One of Jared's friends snapped, "Why are you yelling? Got a better plan? We already talked to staff—the fastest rescue team's at least six hours out... Lucia, what are you—!"Gasps rippled through the group.Lucia had already swung onto a horse like she was born in the saddle."I'm going to get him," she said, voice like ice.Then she was gone—riding off without a glance back."Lucia can RIDE... like that?" someone whispered.Alice went pale, her fists clenched tight.***Lucia knew the terrain like the back of her hand. She found a safe trail and pushed into the mountains without hesitation.She wasn't doing th

Chapter 6

Lucia's hand tightened on the handle.She had saved him. How did Alice steal that too?Then came Alice's soft, shy voice."Jared only went after the white fox because of me. Saving you was the least I could do, but..."Her tone shifted—just a little darker."You didn't have to bring me a white fox to cheer me up. I know the truth... You've always loved Lucia. That's why you risked everything to save her from the kidnappers back then...""That's not true!" one of Jared's friends snapped, voice sharp. "That whole kidnapping? Jared planned it!""What?" Alice gasped.But Jared's buddies kept going."Yeah, Jared set the whole thing up to make the Lynches realize which of their daughters they love more. He paid people to stage the kidnapping, grabbed both you and Lucia.""That rescue stunt? Totally planned. He saved Lucia on purpose—played the hero so she'd fall for him and say yes to the marriage.""But don't stress, Alice. Jared only married her for the family deal—and to get re

Chapter 7

Jared's face darkened, but his buddies were too busy running their mouths to notice."C'mon, Jared's the full package—no way Lucia's not satisfied.""Nah, man, she's clearly not getting any at home. Gotta get her fix somewhere! Hahaha!"Their laughter cut sharp through the air.Jared didn't flinch. He just walked straight up to her."Lucia." His voice was cold. "Who is he?"Lucia stayed cool. "Not your business."Jared's eyes lit up with rage. He grabbed her chin, leaning in way too close."Lucia." His voice dripped with venom. "Can't survive without a man, huh?"The insult should've burned—but she felt nothing.Cole jumped in, trying to defuse it. "No, it's not like that. Lucia and I—"She shut him down fast. "Yeah." Her smile was ice. "What can I say? My own husband couldn't get the job done. What was I supposed to do—die frustrated?"The whole hallway froze.Jared's crew just gawked.Everyone knew Jared had never touched her. Lucia had been hopelessly loyal, and the jo

Chapter 8

Just like that, the heat vanished.On the way to the hospital, Lucia finally got the tea.Someone outed Alice online—not Michael and Joanne's real kid. Just a poser heiress.Even though the parents scrambled to explain, the leaker dropped a paternity test. Solid receipts.The internet? Lost its mind.Alice had over ten million followers. Her whole brand? Rich girl energy. Now she was exposed as a fraud, and people were pissed.The comments went feral. She'd never faced hate like this—and snapped. Tried to end it with poison.By the time they rolled up to the hospital, Jared had just wrapped a call with PR.He didn't move. Just turned to Lucia."Lucia." His tone was all command. "You need to go public. Say Alice is your sister."She let out a dry laugh. "Why would I?""Because it works better coming from you." He sounded fed up. "If I say it—or your parents—no one buys it. They'll think we're covering for her and feel bad for you. But if it's you, they'll believe it."She go

Chapter 9

Lucia's lips were smeared with blood, her pale face even more hollow. Her eyes—bloodshot.Jared froze.Then Eric, his assistant, showed up at the car. "Mr. Dawson," he said low, "Miss Alice Lynch is awake. She's crying... asking for you."Reality crashed back.Jared shoved down the weird twist in his chest and forced himself to lock it up.He looked at Lucia, ice-cold. "There's a press conference this afternoon. You're showing up. Tell them Alice is your real sister. If you don't, I swear—I'll never touch you again."He stepped out.The door slammed shut behind him.Lucia couldn't hold it in anymore. The tears came.'Never again? Jared... there's no 'again' left for us.'She pulled out her phone and typed:[Mr. Wade, please head to the press conference and publicly announce my divorce from Jared Dawson.]Sent the message to her attorney.Then she looked at the chauffeur."To the airport."***An hour later, Lucia stepped onto the private jet Francesca had ready.She ch

Chapter 10

Same time—At the press conference.Jared, done waiting, tried Lucia's phone one last time.This time, all he got was an automated voice:"Sorry, the wireless customer you are calling is not available..."Did she shut off her phone?Jared's face darkened instantly.Michael and Joanne leaned in."Did you reach her?" Michael asked.Jared shook his head. Michael's jaw tightened.Joanne broke down. "Reporters are everywhere! If Lucia doesn't show, they'll believe Alice faked everything and Lucia's the real victim."She's unbelievable! Alice is in critical condition, and her own sister won't say a word!"What did we do to deserve such an ungrateful child?!"Michael pulled her into a side hug. "Relax. Lucia may've grown up in some broken-down mess with zero manners, but she's always clung to Jared."If he tells her to show, she'll show. No way she'd ever cross him."He sounded dead sure.But Jared froze.A few days ago, he might've believed that. Might've thought she'd come

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