جميع فصول : الفصل -الفصل 6

Chapter 2 A numbing cold spread through my veins, locking my body in place. "J-Jessica?How could you?" The words escaped my lips, a shattered whisper. "Aurora, please, it's not what you think." Jessica pleaded, her blonde hair a messy curtain across her face. Richard just sat on the couch, a glass of amber liquid in his hand, utterly unfazed. He looked like he was just waiting for me to have my little meltdown and leave. "You're sleeping with my husband?" My voice sliced through the thick air, each word sharp as I felt hot tears trace paths down my cheeks. And then, Jessica’s expression shifted. The pleading mask dissolved, replaced by a wide, vicious smirk tugging at her lips. "Husband?"she scoffed. "Come on, Aurora. You and I both know this marriage is a prison yard. Richard asked you for a divorce, but you refused. God, you're so stubborn." She said it so casually, already starting to pull on her clothes. The audacity of this bitch, defending herself like I was th

Chapter 4: Elizabeth A few days later, I was finally discharged from the hospital. The doctor confirmed I was in good health and fit to go home. My godfather handled my belongings, and we stepped out into the fresh air. A sleek black Mercedes waited at the curb. A chauffeur stood attentively by the vehicle, a warm smile spreading across his face as he opened the rear door. "It's wonderful to see you, ma'am," he said. "Thank you," I replied, sliding into the luxurious interior. My godfather settled in beside me. "Everyone at the estate will be thrilled to have you back," he said reassuringly. I swallowed hard, offering a small smile in return. I had no idea what to expect, and I sent a silent prayer that his household was free of the family dramas I dreaded. The car eventually glided through imposing wrought-iron gates, sweeping up a long, manicured driveway lined with cypress trees. My eyes widened as the mansion came into view. It was a breathtaking palazzo of cream-colored st

Chapter 6:Fire On the Mountain "I'm sure you're wondering why I requested this meeting," I said, my voice steady. A faint smile touched his lips. "I was intrigued, I must admit. I hope this doesn't sound presumptuous, but I'd heard you moved in different circles, with... other interests. So, a business meeting was a surprise. Though, a welcome one. It's an honor to be here with you." A soft chuckle escaped me. "Appearances can be deceiving. I've been following your recent pivot at Legacy Holdings, actually. That move into sustainable tech was... bold. I've been doing some research on your company." I watched his face carefully. A glint of pride flashed in his eyes. "You've been following us? I'm flattered. It's a risky play, but the potential is massive." "I agree. The potential is immense," I echoed. "Which is precisely why I didn't want to see it hampered by... well, by the recent noise." I smoothed the sleeve of my shirt, letting the word noise hang in the air between u