Chapter 24 Chapter 24 The triumphant smile on Candice’s face froze, as if a hand had clamped around her throat. “You’re Rebekah’s stylist p> The director maintained a polite, professional smile. “Yes, ma’am p> *The director didn’t even know me? How was that possible? How could Rebekah possibly afford this?*
Chapter 23 Chapter 23 He was referring to her promise to be his date for a gala. Rebekah lowered her eyes, feeling a bit awkward as she followed him inside. It had been years since she’d attended an event like this. Inside, the dazzling array of beautiful gowns made her
Chapter 22 Chapter 22 A chill crept into Rebekah’s heart, followed by a bitter laugh. Her disappointment hadn’t come from a single incident but had been built up, layer by painful layer. She spoke with a heavy heart. “Shawn, listen to me. Whether last night happened or not, I was
Chapter 21 Chapter 21 Benjamin’s brow furrowed, a sudden emptiness gripping his chest, and he fought the impulse to grab her. Just then, his phone rang, a timely interruption. Benjamin answered, his face grim. Seeing it was his assistant, the dark cloud over him lifted slightly. “Have you confirmed it?”
Chapter 20 17.08 Chapter 20 It was Benjamin. He had followed her. His grip was tight, squeezing her still-healing wrist until she winced in pain. Rebekah’s expression was unreadable. She looked down. “Let go p> Benjamin’s face hardened. He frowned and draped a coat over her shoulders. “I was just
Chapter 19 Chapter 19 If Rebekah hadn’t sacrificed her career for her family, if her legs hadn’t been ruined, Candice’s name wouldn’t even be on that stage. Georgiana let out a cold, derisive snort. “Don’t listen to her. She’s all talk. She could never compare to you, Candice p> “That’s
Chapter 18 Chapter 18 Rebekah looked up to see Sampson Fletcher, her adoptive older brother. Dressed in black, his features sharp and severe, he sat down with a casual smile. He shot her a disdainful glance and frowned. “What is she doing here p> Rebekah’s lips tightened, but she remained
Chapter 17 Chapter 17 Now, Rebekah was almost numb to the pain. Candice giggled and pointed to the door. “I was just picking them up p> Shawn and Benjamin walked in. Shawn ran to his grandfather, a bright smile on his face. “Grandpa, happy birthday p> “Excellent, excellent.” The anger
Chapter 16 Chapter 16 On the day of her adoptive father’s birthday, Rebekah waited, but no call came from Benjamin or Shawn. When she finally called them, the call was immediately disconnected. After a moment of stunned silence, Rebekah grabbed her gift and hailed a cab to the Fletcher mansion.
Chapter 15 Chapter 15 Rebekah lowered her eyes and hung up without another word. At the Forrester mansion, Benjamin stared at the disconnected call, a sudden void opening in his chest. He went to redial by instinct, but Candice stopped him, resting her hand on his. “I know how to
Chapter 14 Listening to the dial tone, Rebekah stood in stunned silence for a long moment. Her adoptive father had never liked her, and after Candice returned, he had found fault with everything she did. In his eyes, she was not worthy of Benjamin; only his own biological daughter was
Chapter 13 Rebekah stared, taken aback. “Can I help you with something p> Jensen placed two large bags on the table, a playful smile on his lips. “Just a little housewarming gift from your new neighbor p> “Neighbor?” Rebekah asked softly. As he began to unpack groceries and place them
Chapter 12 As the light in the apartment faded, Rebekah switched on a lamp, savoring the rare quiet. The Forrester mansion had always been a chaotic place. Shawn was willful and mischievous, always throwing a tantrum when it was time for homework or chores. Benjamin had always assumed that staying
Chapter 11 *My dear, if he can’t take care of you… then you can’t blame me for what comes next.* Jensen thought. The car stopped in front of an unfamiliar apartment building. Rebekah came to, her mind still hazy. “Where are we?” she managed. “I wasn’t sure where you wanted
Chapter 10 Rebekah’s fingers curled slightly. As she met the man’s eyes and took in his silver hair, it took her a moment to find her voice. “Jensen Hawthorne p> The face before her merged with the memory of a grim-faced boy, covered in blood but still brandishing a knife
Chapter 9 Benjamin’s voice was glacial. He still held her wrist, his gaze boring down on her from his superior height, his dark eyes filled with a chilling coldness. In all their years together, he had always been reserved, but she had never seen him like this—so raw, so openly
Chapter 8 Benjamin’s face hardened. He watched as she retrieved her crutch and limped away, putting distance between them. A wave of irritation washed over him. Since her release from prison, she had become increasingly defiant. And here he was, trying to make peace with her. “Rebekah, what is this
Chapter 7 But honestly, she thought, having to listen to the very people who ruined her lecture her about morals? It was a special kind of torture. She had poured her heart and soul into this family for years, only to find that it was all worth less than a
Chapter 6 Rebekah felt something choke her. She stared at the pendant, her question barely a whisper. “Why are you wearing that p> Candice paused, instinctively clutching the piece of jewelry. “This? Benjamin gave it to me. Why p> Her tone was perfectly natural, but to Rebekah, it was nails
Chapter 5 In his haste, Benjamin had dropped his wallet. On impulse, Rebekah picked it up. Early in their marriage, she’d noticed his wallet was worn out. She’d saved up for months to buy him a new one with her own money. At the time, his expression had remained cool,