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Ch-21

ELARA’S POVThe kiss was soft, brief, but it sent shock waves through my entire body. My hands flew up to grip his wrists, whether to push him away or pull him closer, I wasn't sure.The camera flashes went crazy, like a small explosion of light around us.When he pulled back, I just stared at him with my mouth slightly open. My lips were tingling, and I could taste mint on my tongue from his breath."Beautiful!" the photographers were shouting. "That's the shot!"I blinked rapidly, trying to clear the spots from my vision and the fog from my brain. Killian's hands were still on my face, his thumbs still tracing small circles on my skin.Then he stepped back, dropping his hands to his sides, and the spell was broken.The rest of the photo session passed in a blur. I smiled when they told me to smile, turned when they told me to turn, but I felt like I was moving through water.All I could think about was the kiss. The way his lips had felt against mine. The way my heart had stopped be

Ch-22

Elara's POVThe next morning, I was trying to focus on quarterly reports when my assistant knocked on my door."Your aunt Isadora is here to see you," she said with a smile.I looked up from my papers, surprised. "Aunt Isadora? Send her in."My aunt walked through the door like a breath of fresh air. She wore a cream colored dress and her hair was perfectly styled. Her eyes crinkled at the corners as she smiled at me."Elara, darling!" She opened her arms wide and I stood up to hug her."Aunt Isadora, what a lovely surprise." I squeezed her tight, breathing in her familiar lavender perfume.She pulled back and held me at arm's length, studying my face. "You look wonderful. I can see you're settling in well here. And that new husband of yours absolutely adores you."My smile faltered. I walked back to my chair and sank into it with a heavy sigh. "Aunt, between you and me, did you think I'd fall for another man after what Adrian did to me?"She tilted her head, her eyes curious. "What d

Ch-23

Killian's POVI watched Elara's face carefully as I introduced her to Rose. The way her smile tightened at the corners of her mouth, how her shoulders went rigid when I said "business partner" instead of "wife."Perfect.Rose was still going on about her marketing campaign, but I was more interested in the way Elara's hands had curled into small fists in her lap. Her knuckles were white, and she was trying so hard to look calm that a vein was pulsing in her neck."So what do you think, Killian?" Rose leaned forward, batting her eyelashes. "Should we move forward with the proposal?"I nodded, keeping my voice smooth and professional. "I think we can work something out. Your ideas are quite... impressive."Rose giggled and tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. "You always know just what to say."From the corner of my eye, I saw Elara's jaw clench. Her foot was tapping against the floor in a quick, angry rhythm.This was too easy."Rose, why don't you think about the details over the w

Ch-24

Elara's POVTwo hours later, Killian showed up at my office door with car keys jingling in his hand."Ready to go shopping now?" he asked, like nothing had happened earlier.I closed my laptop with more force than necessary. "I told you I can pick my own dress.""And I told you it's black tie." He leaned against the doorframe, looking completely relaxed. "Very formal."I grabbed my purse and walked past him. "I know what formal means."The boutique he took me to was the kind of place where they served champagne while you shopped and the price tags made my eyes water. Everything was silk and satin and covered in crystals.A saleswoman with perfect makeup rushed over the moment we walked in. "Mr. Killian! So lovely to see you again."Again? I glanced at him suspiciously, but he was already talking to the woman about evening gowns."Something elegant," he was saying. "Black or navy blue. Classic."I stepped between them. "Actually, I prefer red."Killian raised an eyebrow. "Red is too bo

Ch-25

Elara's POVRose's words hung in the air like poison. Fuck mates. The phrase made my stomach twist into knots, but I refused to let her see how much it affected me.I straightened my shoulders and looked at her with the most bored expression I could manage. "Why should I be concerned about his past?"Rose's perfectly shaped eyebrows shot up in surprise. "You're not bothered?""Should I be?" I shrugged and turned back to the mirror, pretending to fix my already perfect lipstick. "We all have history, don't we?""But he never told you about us?"I met her eyes in the mirror and smiled sweetly. "There's nothing to tell, is there? You said it yourself - you used to be something. Past tense."Rose's mouth opened and closed like a fish gasping for air. She clearly expected me to have a meltdown or start crying or maybe even slap her.Instead, I capped my lipstick and dropped it into my small purse. "Well, this has been lovely, but I should get back to my husband."I walked past her toward t

Ch-26

Elara’s POV I stood there like a deer caught in headlights. My dress was hanging off my shoulders, and I could feel Killian's eyes on me. My heart was pounding so hard I was sure he could hear it."Get out," I whispered again, but my voice had no strength in it.He didn't move. Instead, he stepped further into the room and closed the door behind him. The soft click made my stomach flip."We need to talk," he said quietly."Not like this." I tried to pull my dress up, but the stupid zipper was still stuck. "Not when I'm...""When you're what?" He moved closer, and I could smell his cologne. The same scent that had been driving me crazy all evening."When I'm exposed like this." My voice cracked, and I hated myself for it.He was close enough now that I could see the way his jaw tightened. "You think I'm looking at you that way?""Aren't you?" I challenged, even though my cheeks were burning.His eyes darkened. "Maybe I am."My breath caught in my throat. The air between us felt thick

Ch-27

Elara’s POV I woke up to the familiar stabbing pain in my lower stomach. The kind that made me want to curl up in a ball and disappear from the world. My period. I dragged myself to the bathroom and confirmed what I already knew. The cramping was worse than usual - much worse. It felt like someone was twisting a knife in my stomach and wouldn't stop. I'd been dealing with painful periods since I was a teenager. Adrian never cared. He'd roll his eyes when I complained and tell me to "just take some pills and stop being dramatic." So I learned to handle it alone. Light food, painkillers, and staying in bed until it passed. That's exactly what I did today. I spent the morning curled up under my blankets, clutching a pillow to my stomach. Every wave of pain made me gasp. My lower back ached, and I felt sick to my stomach. By afternoon, I forced myself out of bed. I needed water and maybe some crackers. Anything to keep the painkillers down. The maids were all out - some on leave,

Ch-28

Killian's POVI stared at her as tears streamed down her cheeks. Her whole body was shaking, and not just from the pain. Her lips were quivering like she was trying to say something but couldn't get the words out.What the hell just happened?One minute she was clutching her stomach in pain, and now she was crying like I'd just told her someone died. Her eyes were getting more bloodshot by the second, and she kept wiping her nose with the back of her hand.I felt my chest tighten. I'd dealt with crying women before, but this was different. This was Elara, and I had no idea what I'd done wrong."Did I do something to upset you?" I asked carefully, my hands still hovering over her like I was afraid to touch her. "Because if I did, I didn't mean to."Her shoulders shook harder, and she buried her face in her hands. More tears leaked through her fingers."I don't really know how to handle cases like this," I admitted, running my hand through my hair. "This is my first time dealing with...

Ch-29

Elara's POVThe phone rang while I was finishing one of the chocolate bars Killian had brought me. I smiled at his name on the caller ID."Grandfather.""Elara, my dear. How are you settling into married life?"My heart squeezed at the warmth in his voice. "I'm doing well, Grandfather.""Good, good. I'm calling because we have a board meeting next week. Are you prepared?"I sat up straighter in bed. "Yes, I was prepared.""Excellent. And Elara..." His voice got softer. "You should visit home from time to time. Just because you're married doesn't mean you have to be distant from me."My throat tightened. Tears pricked at the corners of my eyes. "Grandfather... I hurt you a lot in the past, and yet you took me in without thinking twice. I'm sorry for being an unfilial granddaughter and causing you troubles."There was silence on the other end for a moment. Then he sighed deeply."I was lonely, Elara. Just lonely. And I'm glad you're back to your rightful place."My lips quivered as I tr

Ch-30

Elara's POVMy hands shook as I dialed the client's number for the third time. Still no answer. The phone rang and rang until voicemail picked up.My stomach twisted into knots. This was bad. Really bad."Sarah," I called to my assistant. "We need to go to Henderson Industries. Now."Sarah grabbed her bag without asking questions. She could probably see the panic written all over my face. My palms were sweating as we got into the car, and I kept wiping them on my skirt.What if Killian was right? What if I'd made a terrible mistake?At Henderson Industries, their assistant barely looked up when we arrived. "Mr. Henderson is busy," she said coldly. "He can't see you today.""But I called and made an appointment," I said, my voice getting higher. "We need to discuss the investment approval.""He's busy." The woman's tone was final. "You'll have to wait."So we waited. And waited. My leg bounced under the table in their waiting room. I checked my phone every few minutes. Sarah kept givin

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