admind 16 I refused without hesitation “No. My parents and family are in Miami LA… I’m done with IL” Ethan forced a smile, his face quickly hardening Lane, you’ll regret this. You’ll come crawling back!” I won’t give you that chance.” ZoeJackson gestured, and the bodyguards subdued Ethan and Mason, binding their hands and feet before … Read more
15 Mason stood frozen, his expression shifting rapidly. Finally, a strained smile, more akin to a grimace, appeared on his face. After several attempts, he managed to speak. “Lanie, who are these actors? This is terrible acting. Don’t lie to us.” He couldn’t believe it, even with the rings and marriage certificate right in from … Read more
14 Mason didn’t hesitate, nodding eagerly. He barely slowed down, driving the sports car like a racecar They arrived at the airport, without taking luggage, their minds focused solely on finding me. They feared that every second counted. As dawn broke, their plane took off. Andery gnawed at them. Meanwhile, I hadn’t slept well either. … Read more
13 Qiana’s anxious calls went unanswered. The Riverview Mansion felt equally desolate. It didn’t matter where they were; the atmosphere was the same. Late into the night, the temperature dropped, and they finally gave up their vigil, returning to the Riverview Mansion. Opening the door, they found Qiana asleep on the sofa. The villa was … Read more
12 The realization hit Mason with full force All my strange behavior over the past month suddenly made sense. Echan remained silent Perhaps I’d been planning my escape for over a month. “Had Qiana’s influence been that great!” As if summoned. Qjana called “Ethan, Mason, I’m at the restaurant. The celebratory dinner. Where are you … Read more
11 I boarded the plane without looking back, unconcerned with Ethan and Mason’s reaction. As the plane ascended, a sense of unprecedented lightness washed over Back at the Riverview Mansion in LA, the atmosphere was thick with tension. Three hours had passed since Ethan and Mason, along with Qjana, arrived, yet there was no sign … Read more
10 Ethan and Mason settled at the table next to ours, showering Qiana with attention. Both men vied for the chance to serve her, their eyes full of adoration Tiffany was furious, stabbing her steak with such force it almost tore through the mest, but I remained calm, and she held her rongue. Soon, we … Read more
9 Turning back, they made sure I wasn’t angry and I saw the relief on their faces Ethan stepped closer, taking my hand. “Don’t bother packing. It’s too much, I send the family driver; well move your things to the new place together.” Mason nodded in agreement. For a moment, flicker of the old Ethan … Read more
8 Finally, the house was sold. A wave of relief washed over me The pressure had lifted. While signing the paperwork, I noticed the closing date was the same day I was leaving for Miami, Perfect. No need for explanations to Ethan and Mason. Signing my name felt liberating. It was almost over. Only one … Read more
7 Leaning against the wall, I clutched the medicine bottle, my hand covering my mouth and nose, trying to avoid any trace of seafood scent. Before I could catch my breath, Ethan’s accusation exploded. Do you hate Qiana that much? She made breakfast for us, and you ruin it like this?” Mason followed, his voice … Read more