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After breakfast, I tried to focus on the book in my hands, but the words blurred together. My mind wouldn’t stay still. The shower hadn’t helped either—the steam had cleared my skin, not my thoughts.That’s when my phone rang.Matthew.“Rae,” his voice came out low and tight, laced with anger. “I just saw Emma’s mother in our neighborhood.”For a moment, I froze. The woman’s face flashed across my mind like a warning.Before I could even process what that meant, he went on, voice growing sharper. “At first I thought I was imagining it, but then I saw her go into the house across the street. You know, the one under renovation.”My entire body went rigid. The air left my lungs.Lucy’s voice exploded in my mind, a furious snarl. “They’re provoking you, Rae! Setting up camp right across from your home—this isn’t coincidence. It’s deliberate.”Matthew wasn’t one for drama, but now his temper was barely contained. “They’re doing this on purpose, Rae. You know they are.”The rumors had alread

The key projects for the Lunaris Institute have finally been locked in for the next three years. The past few days had been chaos—meetings, proposals, revisions—but we’d reached a solid direction. Still, Joe wasn’t fully satisfied. He compiled our earlier concepts and sent them to Professor Williams for his opinion.That man was brilliant, but he operated on his own time. Weeks could pass before he even glanced at an email. So, when my phone lit up with his name that same afternoon, I nearly dropped it.“The idea is not bad,” he said flatly.Coming from him, those five words were practically a standing ovation. My throat tightened, emotion pricking behind my eyes. But just as I started to smile, his tone turned cold.“However, Rae,” he said, “you’ve become complacent. The path of study demands growth, and you—these past few years—you’ve regressed.”The words hit harder than I expected. My grip on the phone tightened until my knuckles went white. “I know, Professor,” I said softly. “I’l

Serena left under some pretense, and the silence in the cabin felt heavy. Darius and I both sensed it—too sparse, too awkward. Thinking we still had work to finalize from the previous project, I suggested inviting Joe and Steve over, combining business with a small gathering. Since the barbecue hadn’t started yet, the invitation felt natural.What I hadn’t expected was Emma showing up.She arrived carrying food, naturally stepping into the role of hostess. The long table groaned under the weight of grilled beef, lamb chops, sausages, bacon-wrapped asparagus, and a whole roasted leg of lamb. Corn, mushrooms, and potatoes sizzled on the rack, their aroma blending with the warmth of the bonfire. Nearby, the dessert table displayed apple pie, brownies, and cheesecake, weaving sweet scents into the savory air.Joe and I were already seated around the fire, and after Steve and Emma joined, she settled naturally beside Darius. She whispered something, and he responded with his usual calm, det

Today was Grandma Serena’s birthday.Uncle Matthew had taken it upon himself to cook, and the house smelled like cinnamon, roasting meat, and warm bread. The long dining table groaned under the weight of dishes , creating a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Joe arrived early, helping carry wine and adjust the sound system, moving with his usual calm efficiency.I was laughing with Serena, the warmth of family around me, when the doorbell rang. Darius appeared, holding Luca and Lyra’s hands.“Happy Birthday, Serena,” he said, his voice low and steady. Serena’s face lit up, and she rushed forward to hug him.But my chest tightened. Every time I saw him, I had to force my composure, reminding myself not to show the ache in my heart.“I brought a friend as well,” he continued.Before he could finish, Emma walked in carrying a cake. She wore a pale pink dress and a polite, effortless smile, slipping into the room like she belonged there. My stomach twisted.The air froze instantly.Joe’s brow furr

I returned to the villa for the weekend to spend time with Luca and Lyra. When I arrived, Darius was already back.The study door was slightly ajar, and through the narrow gap, I could hear the familiar sound of keyboard clicks and paper rustling. That was his world—immersed in work, untouchable. Since we became mates, I had never been allowed inside that study.I didn’t disturb him. Instead, I settled into the bedroom with a book, trying to distract myself. Time slipped past, and it was nearly 1:00 a.m. when he finally emerged, his presence filling the doorway. Our eyes met briefly.“Is something wrong?” he asked, his voice low, steady, unreadable.I didn’t mince words. “I heard there’s a charity auction in Moon Shadow City in two days—”Without breaking eye contact, he loosened his tie, his movements effortless, detached. “You want an invitation?”I blinked, slightly taken aback, and nodded.“Understood,” he said simply. That was it. No questions, no hesitation. After speaking, he tu