He’d lifted her skirt. His scorching–hot hand slid down her spine, gripping her firmly from behind. “No-” Deborah’s heart dropped. ‘What kind of man have I gotten myself tangled up with? This is the palace–someone can come by at any moment. And yet he dares. “Your Highness, stop–let me go-!” Then, out of nowhere–a sharp … Read more
Chapter 9 “I have no interest in you, Your Highness!” Deborah said. Deborah struggled, only to realize she was completely trapped–pinned between Damian’s body and the cold, jagged edge of the rock formation behind her. His tall frame loomed over hers, his weight nearly pressing into her. They were far too close–this had crossed every … Read more
Deborah quickly bowed to the king and queen. “I’ll take my leave as well.” She didn’t want to walk with him–every step felt like stepping into a trap–but there was no way out of it. So she followed behind Damian. They had just reached Peace Palace, not even through the doors yet, when Damian suddenly … Read more
Chapter 7 Deborah d there, completely stunned. Her heart was pounding. Damian didn’t say another word. He was the first to step down from the carriage, then turned back and held out his hand to her. Only then did Deborah finally remember to breathe. He wasn’t Simon. She wondered, ‘How could he be?‘ That beauty … Read more
Chapter 6 “Ah…” Deborah hadn’t done it on purpose. Damian had shoved her, and the cry slipped out before she could stop it. He was so strong–it hurt like hell. She winced, her brows knitting together. Suddenly, she understood what Damian was trying to do. But she thought, ‘Isn’t this way too risky? What if … Read more
2/2 11:15 AM Wed 2 Jul 45% Chapter 13 I next heard about Dom and Vanessa two months later, when Griffin and I returned from our honeymoon in the Maldives. Megan was waiting at LAX arrivals, holding a ridiculous “JUST MARRIED” sign and a bouquet of peonies. “Welcome home, Mrs. Hayes!” Griffin loaded our luggage … Read more
Chapter 5 Stay Away From Him Deborah didn’t want to provoke him. She was afraid of what he might do if he got truly angry—because she knew he’d do something she couldn’t handle. She didn’t doubt that for a second. Damian was even more terrifying than the rumors. Not just cold and ruthless—he was utterly … Read more
Chapter 4 She Begged “I’m so sorry!” Deborah scrambled to get up, flustered and mortified. But just as she found her footing, the carriage lurched again—throwing her off balance. She fell forward, landing directly on Damian. Her hand landed on something unmistakably hard—its heat radiating even through the fabric. There was no doubt what it … Read more
Chapter 3 Can You Recognize? Deborah had always known that Damian and Simon looked alike—but she never imagined they could look this identical. As he descended the steps, his tall, imposing figure seemed wrapped in a chill, like frost clinging to every inch of him. Cold. Commanding. Unapproachable. He had the kind of presence that … Read more
Chapter 2 The Legendary Damian Deborah felt like she was going to die. The man’s strength was overwhelming—like a god of war tearing through the battlefield, relentless and brutal, determined to shatter her completely. He stayed behind her the entire time. She never got a clear look at his face. Each time she tried to … Read more