All Chapters of Ashes of Desire: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

Ivy’s fingers trembled as she held Damon’s picture. His sharp jawline, icy eyes, and emotionless expression made her throat tighten. Even in a photo, he radiated power and danger. He wasn’t just a threat—he was the threat.“I… I don’t know, KJ. This is insane. What if he finds out I’m not Selena?” Ivy whispered.KJ leaned against a dusty chair, arms crossed, amusement in his eyes.“He won’t. Selena was declared dead in a fire two years ago. No body, only ashes. Some think she died, others that she escaped.”He shrugged casually, as if it were nothing.“She vanished. And you? You look exactly like her. Same eyes, same smile. Dye your hair black and no one will know—not even her billionaire husband.”Ivy stared at the photo again. Selena smiled brightly, her black hair glossy and long. It was uncanny—like looking in a mirror.“But what if he believes she’s dead?” Ivy asked shakily.KJ stepped closer, placing a hand on her shoulder. “Damon never confirmed her death. No funeral, no statem

Ivy’s heart pounded wildly, both from the unexpected kiss and the chaotic storm of emotions brewing inside her. Her lips still tingled, and her body was warm all over as Damon slowly broke the kiss, his eyes burning into hers like fire and velvet." I missed those lips like hell " he murmured, a faint smirk curling on his lips."I am not Selena , let me go" Ivy half yelled, trying to sit up, but Damon’s arm slid around her waist again, keeping her close.“You're lying, I won't believe a word you say ” he whispered smugly.Ivy opened her mouth to try to explain things but , Hazel started knocking on the door again.Bang! Bang!“Ivy!” Hazel’s voice called from the hallway, panicked. “ why are you suddenly quiet?!!Open up, have you fainted?!!”Ivy’s eyes widened in horror, she had almost forgotten that Hazel was still standing outside her room door.Ivy quickly untangling herself from him and stumbling off the bed then rushed towards the door.She pushed the door open and stepped out of

Ivy looked at him with tears in her eyes , desperately wanting to prove to him face that she wasn't Selena but she knew he would never listen.She sniffed loudly then stared deep into his eyes with a hint of defeat and coldness in her eyes."I will stay with you just please don't let my brother get kicked out of the hospital " She mumbled and Damon smirked then raised his hand up and Pat her on the head."Good girl , I know you would make the right decision " he said then picked up his phone and dialed a number.The person on the other end of the phone immediately picked up the call."Let him remain in the hospital I will pay all the bills and upgrade his ward to the VIP ward " Damon instructed then hung up before the person could say a word."What do you want to eat ,doll ? " He asked and pulled her into his arms making her shocked and also angry."I am not hungry " She mumbled through her gritting teeth."Doll are you mad at me ? " Damon asked innocently like he hadn't just tried t

"Why are you so stubborn?!! Leave here this instance!!! " Celeste yelled at the maid who still insisted on checking the backyard to make sure nobody was in danger."Ma I have to c.....""I swear I will make you regret it if you don't leave " Celeste cut her off with a threat and a murderous eyes."What is going on here ? " Damon's cold voice echoed in the living room as he stepped inside.Celeste body froze from fear and shock after hearing Damon's voice."Why is he here ?! He should be in the office!!! " She screamed inwardly.She quickly composed herself and forced a smile then turned around to meet Damon's cold eyes."I believe , I asked a question ? " Damon said coldly and Celeste cleared her throat."This maid is being lazy boss , I was only instructing her to get back to work but she was exchanging words with me " Celeste lied and the maid eyes widened from shock."Is that true ? "Damon turned his attention to his maid.The maid looked at Celeste who was shooting her daggers thr

THE NEXT MORNING ~ DAMON'S ROOMMorning sunlight streamed into the luxurious bedroom through sheer curtains, spilling warmth across the king-sized bed.Damon opened his eyes slowly, his arm tightening instinctively around something soft and warm. His brows furrowed.He looked down , only to see Selena sleeping next to him.She was curled up against his chest like a kitten, her cheek resting on his broad shoulder, and one of her hand gripping his shirt like a lifeline.A small, peaceful frown sat on her face, as if even in sleep she was still running from fear.He didn’t move, he simply raised his hand and smoothed her eyebrows. Last night he had left his room door unlocked cause he had the feeling that she might have nightmares and need someone by her side.And here she was, Right where he expected her to be.She stirred softly, mumbling something in her sleep.“Please… don’t push me…”Damon’s heart twisted.He brushed a gentle hand across her hair, calming her without a word.She rela