Rival Penelope Douglas Novels & Stories

she corrected herself and carried on like it didn't matter, "was involved with you before her engagement ended." A dry scoff left my lips. "They say that she was the one who cheated first. Will you be addressing that?" The room grew silent. Lorcan said nothing for the first few seconds, probably thinking of the most befitting reply to the question. Then he looked up at the woman directly. "Penelope has never been dishonest a day in her life. Not with Duke. And definitely not with me," he started to explain. It took so much willpower to stop my brows from lifting the more he spoke.

I looked toward the classical quartet instead, following the slow movement of the violin bows. "Ellis"Margaret touched my arm again and I turned.A woman stood beside her, her dark hair pulled back into a sleek knot. Elegant and composed, she looked perfectly at ease in a room like this. "This is Victoria Chen," Margaret introduced. “Our families have known each other for years. Her father and yours are discussing the business." Victoria held out her hand,“Ellis I've been looking forward to meeting you. I loved your Paris show." "Victoria.”I shook her hand and stepped back

Nicolas said, and I clenched my fists as I stood there. Richard had just informed me that someone was spreading rumors about Penelope, claiming she was sent as a spy and assassin by the Russians to kill me. We weren’t on bad terms with the Russians, and while it was true that in the past they had been trying to bring down and take control of the Italian mafia, they had been unable to do so. Whoever had brought forth this news had to gain some benefit from it. “Eve…” Nicolas started. “It isn’t Eve. Eve has no benefit in turning the mafia against Penelope. The only person who would achieve this is…” I trailed off as Richard took the words out of my mouth.

But the moment his eyes landed on me, he said,"Mr. Gibson... in all the years you've frequented my establishment, you've never once brought a companion to this table." My fingers tightened in my lap. I was the only person he'd ever brought here? What about Sophie?! "You are absolutely beautiful, miss," the manager added, bowing. My cheeks flushed, and I tried to clarify before rumors could spread. "Oh, no, I'm just—" "She is my assistant, Mr. McKenna," Kenneth cut in, his voice dropping harsh and clinical. "Now will you stop talking and take our orders?" "My apologies, sir," Mr. McKenna stammered, opening the leather-bound menus.

Maven Penelope Fox is a spitfire. I don’t know what I was expecting but definitely not this. She looks sweet, cute, innocent, but man when she gets upset, she lets you know it. It’s interesting, it’s obvious she’s never been in a pack setting before because she doesn’t realize that you can’t speak to Alpha’s this way. The only reason I’m allowing this is because she is Amelia’s sister, she is Donovan’s mate, and I believe she is the white wolf.

Something more dangerous. Revenge. I bent down and grabbed a pen from his desk. My hand was steady as I picked up the contract. The papers were thick. Legal. Binding. They laid out everything. One year as Sebastian Ashford's wife on paper. One year of helping him with whatever he needed. One year of my life in exchange for the tools to destroy Dominic Castellano. I didn't read the fine print. I didn't care about the details. I just signed my name on every line that needed it. Sienna Rossi. Over and over again. Binding myself to a stranger and to revenge in one fluid motion.

" ******** Evelyn froze at the center of the staircase. Her right hand clenched tightly the iron bars. Evelyn could still vividly feel the goosebumps that covered her entire skin. " Tell me Penelope, do Ramone also know this? that he has another daughter? did you you tell him? I don't think so! " Penelope's sad eyes travelled from it's original spot and met with Evelyn's. " All these years, you deceived me, you lied to me. Now you ask me why you weren't informed? you__ Ronaldo came to a stop when he followed Penelope's gaze and also met with Evelyn's. Ronaldo instantly rose, " Peanuts__

Lady Dowager looked shocked to see them, as did Celia, but they both tried to school their expression. Aurora and Penelope acted like they knew nothing and were just about to pass by when Celia stopped in front of them. "You!" She pointed at Penelope. "Bring me a glass of wine for me and my mother. Now." Penelope was taken aback by the sudden request. But being a girl with a smart mouth, she replied coldly. "Do I look like a maid to you?" "Well you certainly do." Celia retorted. "It's a shame your peabrain is so small and underdeveloped." Penelope snapped. "Find yourself a maid or make yourself useful."

he grabbed Penelope by the face and kissed her, it felt like forever. I cleared my throat, drawing their attention, and he turned to me with a beaming smile. As he left, my gaze met Penelope's stunning brown eyes. Her radiant smile revealed a captivating confidence that made her resemble a masterpiece from an art gallery. With her fiery red curls cascading around her, she stood at an impressive 5'6" with curvaceous features. We were of similar height, but she possessed an aura that dominated the room, Penelope lived life fearlessly, not caring about other's opinions. In that moment. I couldn't help but envy her incredible life and magnetic personality.

The woman beamed, sprinting up, “Hello! Are you Cal’s assistant?” Penelope walked to her desk, “Yes I am.” “Oh wow! You're a pretty one. Vanessa Dawson, you?” Vanessa stretched forth her hand and Penelope's jaw fell. Vanessa…Dawson? As in…Calvin's sister?! She had seen her on I*******m, but she was even more beautiful in real life. And it was now she noticed the resemblance. “Hi ..hi, nice to meet you, Miss. I'm Penelope Adams,” Penny shook her hand shakily and the girl giggled.