All Chapters of Taming A Reckless Heart: Chapter 41 - Chapter 50

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Chapter Forty – In For A Surprise

Sydney It was late when we left the venue. He drove homeward, his scowl gone. It seemed he was in a better frame of mind. This was the first time we were alone since the moment we had reached the venue. I didn’t know what to expect from him anymore. Definitely not miracles. They didn’t happen in my life. To my immense surprise, Killian smirked at me. “I’m glad the wedding went well. Our video has received millions of views in just a few hours! Can you believe it?” I nodded, not interested in those views. What I was interested in was my family’s views on the live telecast! I wished I could know how they reacted when they viewed it. “Was your mission accomplished?” His reaction proved it had, but I wanted to know the details. How had my family not disrupted the wedding? Hadn’t they seen the live telecast?His smirk widened. “What mission?” I groaned. “To announce our wedding to my dad. Has he seen it? He would have sent his goons to stop us if he had seen it.” He smirked, his eyes

Last Updated : 2025-08-22

Chapter Forty-One – Feeling Connected To Paris

Sydney Killian flashed me a seductive smile, accepting my open invitation. It didn’t matter that we were dead tired after a long flight. Our need for one another had reached a breaking point. He pressed his chest against my sensitive breasts, and a moan escaped my lips. I had missed him immensely. If this were the Parisian magic, I wouldn’t ever want to go back to LA. His mood didn’t change as his gaze heated further. I could feel his massive erection grinding against me. It fueled a need so strong that I threw caution to the wind and wrapped my arms around his neck. “Kiss me like there’s no tomorrow, Killian.” I closed my eyes, surrendering myself to him. “Make love to me like there’s no tomorrow.” He leaned towards me, his heated breath fanning my face. I didn’t need to open my eyes to know how close he was. “I intend to,” he whispered, his tone raspy with desire. Would there be no tomorrow? I didn’t want to go into that. Time stopped for us, and sounds receded around us. I sa

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Chapter Forty-Two – An Unexpected Turn

KillianI glared at my wife, not having expected her to retaliate. “Expect nothing from me.” Although I knew she wasn’t wrong, I would never admit that to her.“I don’t. Please don’t malign my character.” She walked away with drooping shoulders while I watched her go. All the fight left my body at her defeated stance. It didn’t look like she had slept with anyone. She looked tired. Then why did she roam around shopping malls without buying a thing? She amazed me every time with her gentleness. Despite my reckless behavior, Sydney never misbehaved with me. She might be eight years younger, but she showed more maturity than I did. I wished she weren’t Philippe Bardot’s daughter! My phone buzzed with a call from Tony. I walked out of the suite and accepted it immediately. “Yes, Tony. What’s the scene now? Is it safe for us to return tomorrow?” “We need you here, but there’s utter chaos all around. Today, we’ve delisted the Bardot Group from the stock exchange. A massive integration w

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Chapter Forty-Three – Laurence Is Here?

Sydney I could feel Killian’s hesitation, his need to talk to me. But he left without opening up. I wondered what he wanted to say! When would he trust me enough, like couples do? It seemed I was his wife in name only. He didn’t need me in his life. Then why did he marry me? Nothing felt like before. Just as I had expected, Killian changed the moment we set foot in LA. He resumed his ways, spending more time at his office than with me. I hated LA. Our relationship always soured here. With so many guards, his house seemed more like a prison than a home. Fiona arrived to make dinner for us, and I helped her half-heartedly. At least I had someone to talk to. After she left, I waited for Killian, but in vain. My calls went unanswered. What was going on? I called Emilia instead. “Hi, Emilia! What are you doing? Has Tony come home? Killian hasn’t, and I’m worried.” “I’m waiting for Tony. He hasn’t returned since noon. He’s not taking my calls. I’m as clueless as you are.” I found it

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Chapter Forty-Four – Killian Has Used Me

Sydney “Killian cannot be trusted. For years, he has been waiting for an opportunity to strike and destroy us. Dad left no loophole for Killian to succeed in his evil plan. But everything changed when you escaped and landed in his clutches. Dad went crazy to rescue you from him, but it wasn’t easy. He’s too shrewd. Each time, he was always ten steps ahead of us.” Louis gasped for breath, and Laurence gave him some water. I stood frozen, unable to think straight. I no longer knew what to believe. “Was that the reason Dad tried to kill both of us? He tried torching our wedding venue and home, Louis.”Louis shook his head, as if horrified by the idea. “No, not you. He tried to divert Killian’s attention to rescue you. But Killian got Laurence arrested on fake charges at the wedding venue. The second time, he had already escaped with you when we went to your house to rescue you.” I gaped at my brother for a minute. Was that why Killian had planned the Paris trip? I sighed, realizing w

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Chapter Forty-Five – A Clash With Killian

Sydney“Don’t accuse me when you know nothing about it, Sydney. There’s more to this than you could ever imagine. If your brothers are instigating you against me, then you may confront them instead and find out the truth.” He sounded furious as he stormed out of the room. But I wasn’t letting this go. His callousness had made me lose control. I wanted my answer. Dashing after him, I blocked his path. “Don’t you dare walk away, Killian! I want to know what’s going on. Why are you after my family and their business? I won’t leave you until I know it all. You’ve taken my dad’s life. Can’t you spare my brothers? Can’t you return the business to them?” My voice quivered as I felt my throat choke with helplessness. I hadn’t wanted to fight with him, but he left me with no choice. “Please, Killian, for my sake? I’ll do anything you ask me to. If you release their business, I’ll be indebted to you forever.” I searched his cold eyes that regarded me with hatred. “You’re wasting your time, S

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Chapter Forty-Six – Where’s Sydney?

KillianI tried hard to focus on my surroundings, but my head hurt so much as if it would explode. I had lost count of the number of vodka refills I had taken last night. Maddox had to carry me to his bedroom at the Escapades. The sunlight blinded me, and I held onto my throbbing head, waiting for the dizziness to reduce. This was bound to happen. At least I should be thankful I didn’t die from overconsumption of alcohol. I shouldn’t have had so much. But what could I do? It was the only way to stop the ache in my heart and make me forget. After Philippe Bardot’s sudden death, I had no idea how I would face Sydney. I had been avoiding returning home when I heard about Louis’ accident.Later on my way back home, I had a bitter fight with Laurence. If Tony and I hadn’t captured him, he would have slapped fake charges against me. I had done nothing wrong. If Philippe Bardot could roam around freely for years after confiscating my dad’s business and destroying us, so could I. Sydney’s

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Chapter Forty-Seven – Sydney’s Wish

KillianI stared at the luxurious house in Pacific Palisades that belonged to Philippe Bardot. Not even in my nightmares had I imagined I would come here one day. Now, I had no choice. It was the only way to reach out to my wife. If only I had known she would leave me! Maybe my words last night had a deep impact. Maybe Louis had poisoned her mind against me. I parked my car and approached the main gates. The security guards stopped me. “Who do you wish to meet?” “Louis Bardot. Tell him Killian Barlowe is here to meet him.” The guard hesitated. “Mr. Bardot isn’t taking visitors today, sir. He’s recuperating.” I shrugged. “Just inform him. Let him decide if he wants to see me.” He spoke on the intercom while I waited patiently. Of course, Louis would see me. Didn’t he want his business and brother back?The security guard opened the gates. “Please come inside. Mr. Bardot will see you in a few minutes.” He ushered me in and led me towards the main entrance. “Is Ms. Bardot here?” I

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Chapter Forty-Eight – Living An Empty Life

Killian I landed in Paris in the wee hours of the morning. But where would I look for Sydney in this overpopulated city? Even Louis and his PI had failed to find a clue. No one knew where Sydney had gone.I headed straight to the US Embassy for help. After hours of waiting, they announced that they had no record of Sydney. It was a dead end, but I wasn’t giving up. “Why don’t you seek police help?” I nodded, thanked the receptionist, and headed towards the nearest police station. After hours, I booked into a hotel to rest my jet-lagged body. Throughout the entire day, I waited for an update, but I met with disappointment. It didn’t look like Sydney had come here, or she would have surely registered herself at the embassy. For three days, I urged the cops and hired a PI as well. Yet they couldn’t find my missing wife!“She hasn’t reached Paris, Mr. Barlowe. I coordinated with the cops and checked the passenger lists of all flights reaching Paris that night. Your wife’s name wasn’t

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Chapter Forty-Nine – Chasing My Dreams

Sydney “Sydney, are you ready? You’re next! Best of luck!” announced Cheryl, the event manager of L’Étoile. It was a fashion house in Paris where I had been working for almost a year. “Thanks! We’re ready to set the stage on fire!” I was beyond excited to be a part of Paris Fashion Week for the first time in my life. Never had I expected to achieve so much in such a brief span of twelve months. When I had walked out of Killian’s house with limited money, I had been stranded in New York for five days. It was then that I considered coming to Paris, and there has been no looking back since then. Paris welcomed me with open arms, and it has been my home ever since. “I know you will. L’Étoile is proud to have you on board. Tristan Sir has pinned his hopes on this event. Make us proud, girl!” She walked away, and I looked around for my models only to see them ready in my latest fall/winter collection. I walked over to them, interacting with each of them. “Jeanette, where’s the matching

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