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All Chapters of WHISPERS OF A HIDDEN HEART: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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Chapter 1

Madison Square Garden, New York City.The cathedral of basketball. The stage where heroes were born and legends were immortalized.More than twenty thousand fans rose as one, their voices merging into a thunder that rattles the rafters."MVP! MVP! MVP! MVP!"The lights blazed down on the court, catching the flash of cameras and the sea of jerseys bearing his number. Everywhere, handmade signs swayed in the air…I love you, Marry Me, The NBA Superman, Basketball Superstar, My Future Husband, Please Be My Man!And at the heart of it all stood the man they’d come to worship, the player who’s captured not just the game, but the hearts of millions."Jerome, here we are again for another walkout interview. Another 50-point game from you tonight. Wow! You never fail to amaze the crowd. What can you say about your performance?"Jerome drew in a deep breath, his chest still heaving from the game. He wiped the sweat streaming down his face before answering with humble sincerity."First of all, I

Last Updated : 2025-08-28

Chapter 2

In a small, old coffee shop, Sandra Mariano sat quietly, her chin resting on her hand. Her gaze wandered idly as she waited for her order, a stack of pancakes and a cup of coffee. She was the only customer there.It was easy to see why the place rarely drew a crowd anymore. It's worn-out charm had long been overshadowed by the sleek and modern restaurants that surrounded it. Inside, there were only three tables, plus a long counter along each wall lined with four wooden stools. The wooden walls had lost most of their varnish. The surface was dulled and weathered with time.A small chalkboard hung on one side, a colorful quote scrawled across it in different shades of chalk and beside it was a faded imitation of Van Gogh’s Sunflowers.The shop was run by only two people, an elderly man, well into his sixties, who sat at the cash register, and a plump, cheerful waitress in a pink uniform, who Sandra guessed to be around forty-five to fifty.A few moments later, the waitress approached w

Last Updated : 2025-08-28

Chapter 3

30th floor, 10 West End Avenue.One of New York’s most prestigious luxury condominiums, where the lowest-priced unit cost no less than two million dollars. Jerome was among the lucky few who could afford one, a two-bedroom condo with half of its walls made of glass, offering a sweeping view of Manhattan’s skyline.The interior was minimal, with little in the way of decoration. The living area featured a long white sectional sofa that contrasted beautifully with the sleek, dark brown hardwood floor. In front of the sofa lay a plain, square ash-gray carpet, atop which sat two small, round glass center tables. To the left of the living area, a 60-inch LED TV rested on a white marble console table."Jerome! Hurry! Get over here!" Justin’s voice called out from the couch, where he lounged comfortably while watching TV. Justin was not only Jerome’s close friend but also his teammate, renting one of the condo’s spare rooms.Jerome stepped out of his bedroom, freshly showered, dressed in his

Last Updated : 2025-08-28

Chapter 4

A six-year-old Sandra ran frantically through a dark tunnel, screaming and crying as a mysterious man chased after her. Her small legs ached with exhaustion, but she couldn’t stop... not now. She couldn’t let the man catch her.Up ahead, a glimmer of light broke through the darkness. Instead of giving in to her fatigue, she pushed herself to run faster.She burst out of the narrow, suffocating tunnel…only to freeze in shock at the sight before her. Lying on the grass were the bloodied bodies of her parents… and the man who had been chasing her.She shook her parents’ bodies. “Mom, Dad… wake up.”Her cries broke into a wail and then, once again, the world went dark. She was back inside the tunnel.She tried to stand and run, but her feet wouldn’t move. Terror crept over her face as a bloodied teenage boy emerged from the shadows, slowly moving toward her, calling her name.Paralyzed, she could do nothing but let out a scream so loud it carried every ounce of fear in her body."AAAAAAHH

Last Updated : 2025-08-28

Chapter 5

Sandra woke up early, ready for a trip to the rooftop gym. She slipped into her usual workout clothes… a loose T-shirt, jogging pants, and rubber shoes. After grabbing a bottle of water from the refrigerator, she stepped out of her unit with a spring in her step.She walked quietly toward the elevator. As she drew closer, she noticed two men waiting as well. There were two elevators side by side, and when she saw that the one they were waiting for was going down, she chose to wait by the other door instead.She stole a quick glance at the two men and her stomach lurched in recognition. They were the same friends she had interrupted last night while playing in the gym. The man who had been so skilled at dunking looked her way, and she felt heat rush to her cheeks. She quickly lowered her gaze.Did he recognize her?She braced herself, waiting for him to confront her… but to her relief, the doors to their elevator slid open at that exact moment.When the elevator doors opened, Jessica L

Last Updated : 2025-08-28

Chapter 6

"Ouch! What’s your problem?" Sandra complained as her friend’s grip tightened on her arm."Problem? You’re my problem!"Jessica pulled her phone from her handbag. " What’s this text supposed to mean? You don’t want to stay here anymore. You want to move out. Just like that? Do you have any idea how exhausting it is, dealing with your constant change of mind?""That was last night. If you were really that worried, why are you only coming now?" Sandra teased, laughing at her friend’s exaggerated reaction."I’m a busy woman, Sandra! Even checking my phone is on a schedule. Do you have any idea I canceled an interview after reading your text just so I could come here?!""I’m sorry… I just panicked last night," Sandra replied softly, a hint of guilt in her voice. "I had another bad dream again."Jessica fell silent. She stepped closer to her downcast friend, took hold of both her arms and gently turned her to face her."Are you okay? Did you get hurt? You should have called me! Oh, right,

Last Updated : 2025-08-29

Chapter 7

In a quiet, modest restaurant just a block away from 10 West End Avenue, Jerome sat across from his agent, Mr. Limaco Tan.Fifty-four years old and slightly overweight, Mr. Tan was a man who rarely smiled, his face seemingly etched with perpetual worry. Jerome’s rise to fame had brought a similar boost to the agency’s reputation, attracting numerous players to sign with them. Even Justin was under Mr. Tan’s management.With a furrowed brow, Mr. Tan set a newspaper down on the table. Splashed across the sports page headline were the words: “No Superman Show!”The article referred to the New York team’s recent loss, a stark contrast after fifteen straight victories. What made the story hit even harder was the criticism aimed at Jerome’s performance. In that game, he hadn’t shown any of his usual brilliance."Six turnovers, three-for-twenty field goals, seven points. You lost to your opponents by over thirty points. Was that really you playing last night? Did you eat something bad? It’s

Last Updated : 2025-08-29

Chapter 8

Sandra was annoyed with herself as she walked through the lobby of their apartment building, replaying in her mind the reaction of the two men watching her laugh alone."Why do those two giants always have to be hanging around?" she muttered, giving herself a light smack on the head.She trudged toward the elevator, not in the mood for anything. She noticed people in the lobby glancing in her direction so she lowered her head and kept her eyes fixed on the floor as she walked.Silently, she stepped into the elevator only for her heart to nearly drop when the two tall men stepped in right after her. Though startled by their sudden appearance, she tried to have a poker face.She pressed the button for the 30th floor and felt a jolt of unease when the two men didn’t press for any floor at all. Her mind flashed back to what had happened in the gym. Had they recognized her? Maybe they were about to confront her about her intrusion.She averted her gaze, swallowing hard as she slowly steppe

Last Updated : 2025-09-01

Chapter 9

Sandra woke up to the sound of her phone ringing. Jessica’s name flashed on the screen. She glanced at the window and saw that the sun was already high. Turning to the clock, she realized it was already eleven in the morning. She’d fallen asleep in front of her laptop again."Hello…" she mumbled sleepily, her face still buried on the table."Get ready! Remember, I’m taking you out today," Jessica greeted cheerfully."Can we move it to, like, two hours later? I’m still sleepy…""No way! I squeezed this into my schedule just for you!""How about another day instead…""Hey! I’m not going to keep adjusting my schedule for you! Get up! I’ll meet you in front of the lobby in an hour." Jessica hung up before Sandra could come up with another excuse, clearly anticipating that she would.With no choice, Sandra got to her feet. Still drowsy, she shuffled toward the bathroom, eyes half-shut. She grabbed her toothbrush and began brushing absentmindedly.The door bell rang.She shook her head, ass

Last Updated : 2025-09-01

Chapter 10

Jerome returned home from their road games in high spirits. They had won every single match, and the controversy over his poor performance in that one game had been completely overshadowed by the praise he received after once again showcasing his skill and dominance on the court.He hurried toward his unit, eagerness pushing at his every step. After five days away, the thought of finally sinking back into the comfort of his own space felt like a reward he had long been denied. Waiting for him were the new video games he had bought, untouched and promising hours of escape. Playing alone had never bothered him. The victory on the screen was enough to electrify his spirit. Their team wins always fueled his energy for gaming but on days they lost, he would head straight to the rooftop basketball court instead.The doorbell rang.He ignored the door. He was deep into his game and close to leveling up.Ding Dong. Ding Dong. Ding Dong. Ding Dong.With no choice, he paused the game and went t

Last Updated : 2025-09-02

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