All Chapters of STOLEN LEGACY: The Heiress's Revenge : Chapter 31 - Chapter 40

Liora’s POVI sat in the living room quietly as my phone buzzed sharply against the sofa.The sound snapped my attention, and I reached for it, my breath catching the moment I saw Ava’s name on the screen.[Hi ma’am, I just spoke with Mr. Grey.][Please, can I call you now?]My fingers tightened around the phone as a heavy unease settled in my chest.Slowly, I opened my contacts and hovered over her number. I was about to dial when the sound of approaching footsteps echoed through the hallway.I froze as the door creaked open.Derek stepped in with Aurora; he had just picked her up from school.“Mummy!” Aurora’s voice rang out.I quickly locked my phone and placed it face-down on the chair before rising to meet her. She ran straight into my arms, and I lifted her effortlessly.“Rora,” I said softly, forcing warmth into my voice, “how was school today? Did you learn well?”Her face lit up. “Yes, Mummy! I answered most of my teacher’s questions.” She beamed. “And I made a friend, a new

Liora’s POVDerek scooped Aurora into his arms in one swift motion, gently stroking her hair as her sobs gradually subsided.“I… I didn’t…” My words faltered.He didn’t even spare me a glance. His entire focus remained on Aurora as he murmured softly to her, soothing her cries.Without a word, he carried her out, heading straight for her bedroom.I stood frozen, watching them disappear.“I didn’t mean to leave her…” I whispered, my voice barely audible.The weight of it all hit me at once. I sank onto the couch, exhaustion crashing over me.“Ah…” A shaky breath escaped my lips as I leaned back, waiting.Minutes later, footsteps echoed and quickly I pushed myself to my feet just as Derek walked in. His jaw was clenched, his expression as rigid as ever.“I’m… I’m sorry,” I stammered, my fingers tightening against my dress. “I didn’t realize how long I was gone… I thought she’d be fine for a moment.”He said nothing at first as he simply sat down.“How is she?” I asked cautiously, worry

Liora’s POVI walked into the living room where Derek was already seated, waiting.My legs felt unsteady beneath me as I lowered myself onto the chair opposite him. Forcing composure, I lifted my chin and met his gaze.“I’m here now,” I said quietly.“Liora,” he began, his tone measured but firm, “I have a question for you, and I need an honest answer. Yes, I’m aware of the rules… I was the one who set them.”A question?A chill slid down my spine.“I’m listening,” I replied, steadying my voice despite the unease clawing at my chest.Derek didn’t hesitate. “Who exactly is Lucien to you? And what is his full name?”My throat tightened.“Lucien?” I echoed, feigning confusion. “I heard the name from a movie… my favorite drama.”The lie rolled off my tongue smoother than I expected.Derek arched a brow, clearly unconvinced. “I haven’t seen you watch any dramas since you got here.”A faint smile curved my lips. “Well… I just got here.”His gaze sharpened, piercing straight through me.“Righ

Liora’s POVI sat in the living room, my body relaxed against the sofa, yet no matter how hard I tried, thoughts of him lingered.Minutes later, a faint echo of footsteps drew my attention, and I lifted my gaze, meeting Derek's.He was dressed in a light blue long-sleeved shirt and tailored black trousers, and yet… my mind betrayed me, dragging me back to the memory of him… bare.Heat flickered through me.“Enough,” I muttered under my breath, sharply cutting off the thought.He moved toward the sofa opposite mine and sat, a quiet smile playing at the corners of his lips as his gaze settled on me.“You wanted to say something?” he asked, his tone calm and gentle.“Yes.” I straightened slightly, composing myself before offering a faint, controlled smile. “I wanted to let you know… I’ll be going with you tomorrow.”His expression brightened instantly. “Thank you,” he said sincerely. “That will make Aurora very happy.”“It’s nothing,” I replied lightly, though my fingers curled subtly a

Liora’s POVTrisha was perched on my desk, her body angled into a man standing between her knees. His back was to me, his head buried in the curve of her neck, his lips moving hungrily against her skin, while his hand rested possessively on her thigh, inching higher beneath her already disheveled skirt.Her eyes were closed, her expression lost in pleasure.A surge of fury shot through me.“What the hell is going on here?” I snapped, my voice sharp enough to cut through steel.Aurora flinched against my chest at the sudden outburst.Trisha’s eyes flew open instantly. She scrambled off the desk, her movements frantic as she tried to compose herself. Her blouse hung open at the top, exposing far more than was appropriate in a professional setting.The man turned slowly, his face lowering the moment our eyes met, shame written all over him.“I… I thought you wouldn't be coming in today,” Trisha stammered, hastily fastening her buttons and tugging her skirt into place.I stared at her, di