Semua Bab His father’s obsession with me : Bab 131 - Bab 139

Aurora’s POVWe were invited to a massive house party thrown by Marcus—the coolest guy in our wider social circle, famous for his legendary, no-rules events. The big three (Jaden, Lila, and I) decided to go together. It felt like the perfect way to celebrate surviving the worst of exam season and embracing this new chapter of freedom I was trying so hard to build.The house was enormous, music pulsing through every room, colorful lights flashing across laughing faces. The backyard was packed with people dancing, talking, and enjoying the warm night air. I felt good—lighter than I had in weeks. I laughed with Lila as she pulled me toward the makeshift dance floor, Jaden staying close with his usual calm presence, making sure we had drinks and staying respectful as always.Then I saw him.Theo stood near the kitchen area with a group of his Crestwood friends, looking effortlessly handsome in a simple black shirt. My heart slammed against my ribs. For a split second, the entire party fad

Aurora’s POVSummer vacation had arrived like a gentle breeze after a long, turbulent storm.Being back home at the mansion felt both comforting and strange. The grand hallways, the familiar scent of Mom’s favorite flowers in the vases, and the distant laughter of my younger siblings reminded me of simpler times—before the secrets, before Theo, before the heartbreak that had nearly broken me. For the first time in what felt like forever, I focused more on myself. I woke up early for peaceful runs through the extensive garden, losing myself in the rhythm of my footsteps and the fresh morning air. I picked up books I had abandoned months ago, losing myself in different worlds for hours at a time. I even started journaling—writing down my thoughts, my regrets, and my hopes for the future in a private notebook I kept hidden in my drawer.Mom and Dad noticed the change in me. Dad spent more time with me in his study, asking genuine questions about my plans after graduation and sharing stor

Aurora’s POVThe next morning, I found myself standing in the kitchen doorway, still wearing Theo’s ring on my right hand. I hadn’t taken it off since I slipped it on the night before. The diamond caught the morning light streaming through the windows, sparkling as if it held its own secrets. Mom was already up, preparing breakfast with her usual calm efficiency. The smell of fresh coffee and toast filled the air, grounding me in the present even as my mind raced with everything that had happened.I had barely slept. Theo’s message kept replaying in my head—“I need to talk to you, my baby girl.” The words stirred up every emotion I had tried so hard to bury: love, anger, longing, guilt, and hope. I didn’t know what to do with any of it.“Mom?” I said softly, stepping into the kitchen.She turned, wiping her hands on a dish towel, and immediately noticed the ring on my finger. Her eyebrows rose slightly, but she didn’t comment right away. Instead, she poured me a cup of coffee and gest

Aurora’s POVVacation was officially over.The peaceful, healing weeks I had spent at home felt like a beautiful dream I didn’t want to wake from. Every morning run through the garden, every quiet conversation with Mom on the terrace, every silly game with my younger siblings, and every heartfelt video call with Lila and Jaden had helped piece me back together. I had found parts of myself I thought were lost forever—the energetic, hopeful Aurora who laughed freely and looked forward to the future instead of being trapped in the past.Packing my bags for the return to Ridgewood Academy was bittersweet. I folded my clothes carefully, placing the diamond ring and necklace Theo had given me in a safe pouch. They were more than jewelry now. They were symbols of second chances, forgiveness, and the love we were slowly rebuilding. Mom watched me from the doorway, her expression soft and proud.“You’ve grown so much these past weeks,” she said quietly, stepping into the room to help me zip th

Aurora’s POVTimes flew faster than I ever imagined they would.Theo graduated from Crestwood with honors, standing tall on the stage as his name was called. I watched from the audience with tears in my eyes, my heart full of pride and love. The journey had been long and complicated — filled with heartbreak, distance, reconciliation, and growth — but we had made it. Together.The celebration brought all our family together.The mansion was alive with laughter, music, and the warmth of extended family. Uncle Kael and his side of the family had arrived, along with cousins, aunts, and uncles I hadn’t seen in years. Mom and Dad had gone all out — beautiful decorations, a long buffet table filled with everyone’s favorite dishes, and a large cake with Theo’s name on it. My younger siblings ran around excitedly, chasing each other through the garden. Lila and Jaden were there too, part of the “big three” that had become family in their own right.Theo looked incredible in his graduation sui