All Chapters of FATED to SIN, BOUND by TIME: Chapter 91 - Chapter 100

Cassian's POVI adjusted the cuff of my suit and looked at my reflection in the glass wall of my office.Everything was exactly how I wanted it.Today's meeting involved several investors and board members. Usually, I wouldn't care enough to prepare myself mentally for something like this because meetings were always predictable.I always smiled, shook hands, listened to people, and pretended to care about their future.But for some reason, I felt irritated today.Maybe it was because my father had called twice in my office.Or maybe it was because I had too much alcohol with Slash the previous night.I honestly didn't know.When a knock came, I sighed."Sir, the investors have arrived."I looked away from the window, then at her when she stepped in."Let's go."The secretary nodded.As we walked through the hallway toward the meeting room, I loosened my tie slightly.Immediately, the doors opened.I walked in.Then stopped.For a second, my expression nearly cracked.My father sat at

Cassian's POVI felt bored as I looked at the speech written for me.It was far too long.Whoever had prepared it seemed to believe people enjoyed listening to endless speeches filled with empty promises and corporate jargon. But I didn't.I had already made an appearance as the investors wanted. That alone should have been enough.I quietly picked up a pen and crossed out two entire paragraphs before handing the papers back to my secretary."This version is shorter," I said."It is... sir, but—""It will do."She gave up trying to argue and nodded.A few minutes later, I found myself standing on the stage.Rows upon rows of students sat before me while lecturers lined the sides of the assembly hall. Flashing cameras captured every movement I made.I cleared my throat and put on my best business smile."Good morning, everyone..."My voice echoed calmly through the hall.I kept my tone steady, making sure every word sounded reassuring even though I couldn't care less about half of what

Cassian's POV"So you're telling me those are the only goals you have in life?" I asked as I looked at Ari.She nodded without hesitation."Why not be extremely ambitious?" I asked seriously."You can dream bigger than that. You're still young. You have your whole future ahead of you."The moment I finished speaking, the smile on her face slowly disappeared.A hint of sadness crossed her eyes."I know..." she answered quietly."But I've been through so much that I've learned to be grateful for what I already have."She smiled, though it looked forced."To be honest, I don't desire much more than what I already have. If one day I want something bigger, then I'll work hard for it. But I don't want anything that I can't earn with my own hands."She shrugged lightly."Maybe that sounds silly.""It doesn't," I answered automatically.She blinked."It just sounds... different."She smiled again."But I understand what you mean. Maybe one day I'll become as ambitious as you."I let out a sma

Justin's POV"What's the rush, Justin? You are very early today too," Raphael said as he leaned against the car with his arms folded.I glanced at him before shifting my gaze back to the college entrance.Only a few minutes were left before Arielle arrived."Seriously," Raphael continued, "have you taken a fancy to someone? You know you can tell me anything."I simply shook my head.Raphael was more like family than an employee. He was my closest friend and someone who had practically grown up with me.Back then, before my younger brother was born, I was an extremely quiet child. I hardly spoke to anyone and preferred staying by myself. My parents worried constantly because no matter how many toys they bought or how many children they invited over, I always kept to myself.Eventually, they decided to hire a nanny.But unlike every other family, they had one unusual requirement.The nanny had to have a son around my age.Many people found it strange, but my parents believed that instea

Cassian's POV"Someone seems to be in a very good mood," Slash said loudly to get my attention."I don't know what you are talking about," I answered, keeping my gaze fixed on the file in front of me."You know, you don't have to pretend with me. I can read you like glass."I finally looked up at him."Seriously... why are we even here?" I asked."What does that question mean?" he asked back with an innocent expression.I slowly looked around before lifting my hand and gesturing toward the lively bar.Just an hour ago, I had been comfortably seated in my office, reviewing documents on my computer while occasionally checking my phone for any messages from Ari.Then Slash barged into my office without calling or informing anyone.He claimed there was an important contract that needed my personal attention and insisted we discuss it somewhere outside because my family's company wasn't safe. According to him, there were too many cameras and too many ears.I found his excuse suspicious.St