All Chapters of GOLDEN CONTRACT OF DESIRE: Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Clara stood in front of the mirror, adjusting the fall of her long gown as it settled neatly around her. The crochet fabric draped smoothly, reaching the floor in a soft line that moved lightly when she shifted. It's gentle tone mirrored the light, elegant without glare. She took a slow breath, steadying herself as the familiar discomfort pressed low in her body. Ignoring it, she lifted her chin slightly and turned away from the mirror.H1 remained nearby, its presence silent but attentive. “Departure is in ten minutes,” it informed her. Clara picked up her cup, letting the warmth settle into her palms before taking a small sip. The lingering warmth gave her a sense of stability, guiding her concentration. She set the cup aside and moved toward the door.At the entrance downstairs, Jeffery listened as Logan gave a final update. “Guest list is confirmed. Security teams are already stationed inside and outside the property,” Logan said, keeping his tone low. Jeffery’s eyes held a qui

Clara’s eyelids fluttered as consciousness slowly crept in. The room was dim, unnervingly cold, and her body refused to obey her fully. Her hands were bound tightly behind her back, and a rough gag muffled her mouth. Every shallow breath scraped against the material, but she dared not struggle too violently. Pain shot through her arms with the slightest movement. A shiver ran through her as she tested her legs. The chair beneath her was solid, anchored to the floor. The distant scrape of metal against metal echoed faintly, making her skin crawl. She tried to cry out, but only a muffled, uneven sound escaped. A voice, low and controlled, slid through the darkness. “Don’t move.” Her chest tightened. Every instinct screamed to fight, but the warning wrapped itself around her mind like ice. Any wrong motion, and the danger she imagined would be real. She sensed someone was close, observing her every attempt to shift in the chair. She could not see and could not fight, but she knew ev

When the masked man lost his grip, Clara sagged forward into the water, flailing weakly. She tried to push herself upright, her legs shaking violently from both exhaustion and the shock of the fall. Dirty water splashed into her mouth with every movement, making her cough, but she stayed conscious. Tears mingled with the grime clinging to her skin.Logan dove into the pond without hesitation. He moved directly toward Clara, reaching her quickly. Jeffery remained at the edge relying on Logan to take the lead.Logan reached her side and steadied her, keeping her head above the water. “I’ve got you,” he said, his voice calm but firm. He guided her carefully toward the muddy bank. Clara’s trembling made it impossible for her to help, she let him maneuver her while her own strength failed.The masked man lingered in the shadows, unseen and distant, as the remaining guards continued searching elsewhere. Clara glimpsed dark shapes along the edge of the pond but could not identify anything cl

Jeffery returned to his office after the board meeting. The landline on his desk rang as soon as he sat down. He picked it up, and his secretary’s voice came through clearly and professionally.“Sir, the representatives from WiTanCorp are on their way. They asked if they could meet with you in your office. They should be here in about an hour,” she said. Jeffery nodded. “Thank you. Please show them in when they arrive, and also inform my PA that she will join the meeting,” he replied.About forty minutes later, Clara entered and took her seat beside Jeffery. She arranged her notes and glanced over the meeting documents. Shortly after, Malcolm arrived and settled into a chair near the side of the room, his mind preoccupied with his own thoughts.When the WiTanCorp team arrived, Jeffery greeted them warmly. The lead representative shook his hand and smiled. “We’ve been following the Harotech presentations and are very interested in HaroSmart AI,” he said. “We want to understand how the

The venue was already set before the morning fully opened. It was a private estate, far from the main road, surrounded by tall trees that gave the place a calm and protected feeling. From the entrance alone, it was clear that this was not an ordinary wedding. Everything looked expensive, but still controlled and not too loud.A long walkway led into the main area. The path was covered with a soft white carpet, clean and smooth underfoot. On both sides, fresh flowers were arranged in layers, not scattered, but placed in a way that made the path look full and alive. White roses, lilies, and soft pink flowers mixed together, giving a soft color that was easy on the eyes.At the end of the walkway stood a simple but beautiful arch. It was covered with flowers and light fabric that moved gently with the breeze. Behind it, the open space stretched out, giving a clear view of the sky. It made the whole place feel open and free, not closed in.The sitting area was arranged neatly. Each chair