Chapter 119 Chapter 119 Are you certain you want to position yourself against the Cole family p> I sighed, suddenly tired of this conversation. “Think whatever you want p> 24%E His face darkened with barely contained anger. From across the terrace, Clara’s voice called out, “Audrey? Where are you p>
Chapter 118 The makeup team bet been here for an hour alredy! We use to pay ready for the wedding! * smarted my bareh, bering my bridesmaid duties. 24% im empty, sweetie: thews to go help Clere yet ready for her wedding today I explained, gathering my things hastily, “I
Chapter 117 He studied me for a long moment, as if weighing how much to reveal. Finally, he spoke. “Someone poisoned me,” he said, his voice flat. “A few years ago. They administered a rare slow–acting toxin p> I felt my blood run cold. “Do you know who did it
Chapter 116 Chapter 116 Audrey’s POV: The drive back to the hotel was mercifully quiet. I watched Noah sleep peacefully in the luxurious backseat of Caspar’s car “He’s completely out,” I whispered, glancing back at Noah. Caspar nodded, his eyes fixed on the road ahead. “He is too active today
Chapter 115 hapter 115 “If my little sister has feelings for Caspar Thornton, I don’t see the problem. Since when is pursuing you a NE & T He walked over and sat on the arm of my couch. ‘From what I’ve seen, this Audrey woman is nothing special–just another social
Chapter 114 Chapter 114 24% Daisy’s POV: I buried my head in my hands as the weight of humiliation crushed me like a physical force, making it hard to breathe. The sound of hurried footsteps made me look up briefly to see my parents rushing here, their faces etched with
Chapter 113 Clara took a slow sip of her champagne. “Just amused watching people count money for someone who’s selling counterfeit gods The metaphor hung in the air like a challenge. What is that supposed to mean? Daisy demanded, her smile vanishing. Finley approached behind Clara, his tall frame casting
Chapter 112 Chapter 112 Audrey’s POV: Mrs. Cole studied me with newfound interest, her elegant features softening. “It’s true. Around the eyes, especially p> She reached out as if to touch my face, but stopped herself. “There’s something so familiar about you, dear. ” I managed a polite smile, unsure
Chapter 111 Chapter 111 Audrey’s POV: Clara? It’s Audrey, 1 said as soon as she answered her phone. ‘Noah and I are down at the hotel café. Would you like to join us? I’m about to die of boredom p> I glanced at Noah, who was contentedly coloring in the
Chapter 110 Chapter 110 63 “Wow,” she said, her voice dripping with sarcasm, “you’re not even married yet, and you’re already choosing her over your own family p> She shot me a withering glance, as though I were personally responsible for corrupting her brother. Finley replied firmly. “Now apologize to
Chapter 109 Chapter 109 Clara’s POV: I watched as Audrey, Caspar, and little Noah disappeared into the elevator. Finley stood beside me, his expression hardening. “I’m going to speak with the manager and find out exactly what happened p> “I’ll come with you,” I said, falling into step beside him.
Chapter 108 Chapter 108 Audrey’s POV: After a brief silence, Caspar asked, “ Will you be attending Finley’s wedding? ” “ Yes, I’m Clara’s bridesmaid. ” “ I received an invitation as well,” he said. “I’ll be taking Noah with me p> Caspar continued, his expression softening slightly. “Would you
Chapter 107 Accidentally Crossing the Tycoon Chapter 107 “Well,” she said, clearing her throat and reaching for her wine glass, “speaking of marriages, Clara is getting married to Finley p> I furrowed my brow, momentarily thrown by the abrupt change of subject. “Finley? ” Seeing my confusion, Audrey tilted her
Chapter 106 Chapter 106 Caspar’s POV: I sneezed, wondering if someone was speaking ill of me behind my back. The next second, my phone chimed with a text message from Audrey. Free for dinner? My treat. – Audrey I stared at the message in disbelief. Audrey? Inviting me to dinner?
Chapter 105 105 Audrey’s POV: I stepped out of the elevator onto my floor, my mind still spinning from Caspar’s parting words. Try to like me a little bit. The memory of his voice followed me like a persistent shadow. As I rounded the corner to my hallway, I spotted
Chapter 104 Audrey’s POV: I lay trapped in Caspar’s arms, my frustration mounting with each passing minute. Just as I was contemplating a more forceful escape attempt, the door creaked open again. Edward’s familiar silhouette appeared, and hope surged through me. “Edward!” I whispered, careful not to wake Caspar. “Please
Chapter 103 Chapter 103 Audrey’s POV: After my unexpected breakdown, Noah had grown quiet and attentive. I’d quickly wiped my face, embarrassed that I’d let my emotions overwhelm me in front of him. “ I’m okay, Noah, I’d assured him, forcing a smile. Sometimes grown – ups cry too p>
Chapter 102 Chapter 102 His solemn expression wavered, and to my surprise, a faint pink blush spread across his cheeks. He glanced down at his tiger paws, then back up at me, the corner of his mouth twitching upward ever so slightly. “Seriously, you’re the cutest thing I’ve ever seen,”
Chapter 101 Chapter 101 Audrey’s POV: Edward’s eyes widened, mouth opening and closing as he struggled to find an appropriate response. “Miss Lane, I don’t think I can possibly allow- he began, but was interrupted by the soft chime of his phone. Edward glanced down at the screen, his expression
Chapter 100 Audrey’s POV: I’d been working from home for days now, avoiding the Thornton offices and, more specifically, avoiding Caspar. Working remotely helped keep physical distance between us, but my mind refused to cooperate. With a frustrated sigh, I pushed aside the painting plan I’d been pretending to review