Chapter: CHAPTER 79THE ENDSix months laterThe sun rose gently over Silver Bay, painting the sky in soft hues of pink and gold. Waves whispered against the shore in a steady, calming rhythm, as if the ocean itself had decided to grant them peace after everything they had endured.In a small white cottage with faded blue shutters, nestled just steps from the beach, Kai and Ethan had found their sanctuary.Kai stood barefoot in the kitchen, the morning light catching on the silver feather scar that now lay openly on his chest.No more silicone sheets, or heavy concealer. No more hiding. He wore only gray sweatpants, his body still strong but softer around the edges from a life no longer defined by violence. A faint scar from the warehouse fight remained on his side, but it had healed well.He was making coffee — real coffee this time, not the burnt disaster he used to serve. The smell of fresh pancakes and strawberries filled the air.Ethan padded in from the bedroom, hair messy, wearing one of Kai’s old
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Chapter: CHAPTER 78AUTHOR'S POVThe warehouse reeked of rust, oil, and fear.Kai stood in the center of the open space, blood already dripping from the graze on his shoulder, eyes locked on Ethan tied to the chair. Cole’s gun pressed firmly against the back of Ethan’s head.Pedro laughed from the raised platform, his voice echoing through the vast room. “Look at you. The mighty Kai, walking in here like a hero for some college boy. Pathetic.”Kai didn’t flinch. His voice was low, lethal. “Let him go, Pedro. This is between us.”Pedro opened his mouth to reply — but the words never came.A sharp crack split the air.Pedro’s head jerked violently as the sniper round punched through his skull. Blood sprayed across the platform. His body collapsed like a puppet with its strings cut.Chaos erupted.Men shouted. Guns swung upward toward the tall building opposite the warehouse where Ghost lay hidden on the roof, rifle steady. Kai moved like lightning.He drew both pistols and opened fire.The warehouse turned
Última actualización: 2026-05-16
Chapter: CHAPTER 77:ETHAN'S POVMy eyes were heavy, burning with exhaustion, but when I finally forced them open, everything was wrong.Complete darkness swallowed me. No windows, no light. Just thick, suffocating black. My wrists burned where rough rope cut into my skin, and my ankles were bound so tightly to the chair legs that my feet had gone numb. I tried to move, but the ropes only dug deeper, sending sharp pain shooting up my arms.“W-what’s going on?” My voice came out small and trembling, barely louder than a whisper. “Hello? Somebody help me!”Silence answered. The kind of silence that pressed against your eardrums and made your own heartbeat sound like thunder.Panic clawed up my throat, as many questions ran through my head. Was I kidnapped? Why? I was nobody. I had nothing. Were they going to harvest my organs? Sell me? Kill me?Tears stung my eyes as I struggled harder against the ropes, twisting my wrists until the skin tore. It was useless. The knots were tight, professional. I tried
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Chapter: CHAPTER 76KAI'S POVThe note burned a hole in my pocket as I stepped out of my office and locked the door behind me. The hallway was quiet, too quiet, the kind of silence that made the back of my neck prickle. I scanned both directions, eyes sharp, searching for anyone who didn’t belong. Nothing. Just the usual afternoon lull — a few students hurrying to their next class, laughter echoing faintly from the stairwell.I moved to the balcony overlooking the quad, gripping the railing until my knuckles turned white. Who the hell had slipped that paper under my door? The female student with the gift box? Unlikely. She looked too innocent, too eager. But innocence could be a mask. Maybe she was just the delivery girl. Someone else pulling the strings.My jaw clenched. If they had access to my office, they had access to this campus. And if they had access to the campus, Ethan was no longer safe here.I couldn’t sit still.I took the stairs instead of the elevator, forcing myself to walk at a normal p
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Chapter: CHAPTER 75KAI’S POVThe apartment felt like a tomb.I stood in the middle of the living room, arms hanging useless at my sides, staring at the space that only yesterday had been filled with Ethan’s laughter, his bare feet padding across the floor, his soft voice calling my name from the kitchen. Now it was just silence and shadows. The morning light coming through the windows did nothing to warm the place. It only highlighted how empty it had become.At the end of the day, I always end up alone. That’s the one constant in my life. No matter how hard I try, no matter how much I want something different, I always end up here — standing in the wreckage of my own choices.And this time, it was entirely my fault.I dragged a hand down my face, exhaling shakily. Yesterday kept replaying in my head like a broken record. The way Ethan had looked at me when I came out of the shower — his eyes fixed on my chest, even though I’d covered the scar immediately. The way his heart had hammered against mine w
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Chapter: CHAPTER 74ETHAN’S POVI slipped into the lecture hall twenty minutes early, picked my usual spot, very last row in the tightest corner, and tried to disappear. My hands were still shaking from the morning, from the stranger’s gray eyes that looked too much like Kai’s, from the way my heart kept ricocheting between hope and dread. I pulled my books out slowly, lining them up like armor, my hoodie pulled low over my face.Students started pouring in, laughing, gossiping, alive in a way I hadn’t felt in days. I kept my gaze on my desk, tracing the carved initials of people who didn’t have to wonder if the man they loved was a killer.Then the door opened again, and I felt him before I saw him.That same tall frame from the quad filled the doorway, scanning the room with lazy confidence. His eyes landed on me instantly. A slow smile curved his mouth, friendly, warm, and completely disarming.My stomach flipped, instantly.He started walking straight toward me.No, No no no.I dropped my gaze to m
Última actualización: 2026-01-07
Chapter: EPILOGUETHIRD-PERSON POVSIX MONTHS LATERKane Global stood taller than ever. The glass tower in the heart of London reflected the winter sky like a blade of polished steel, its boardroom now a place of quiet triumph rather than shadowed secrets. Under the joint leadership of Alexander Kane and Enid Voss the company had not only recovered—it had surged. Revenue climbed steadily quarter after quarter new ethical partnerships reshaped the public image and the board no longer whispered behind closed doors. They governed openly together, two men who had walked through fire and emerged forged into something unbreakable. Enid also decided to partner with Kane Global, making it a standard foundation. On a crisp Saturday morning Alexander and Enid drove out of the city in silence at first the kind of silence that no longer needed filling. The cemetery lay on a gentle hill outside the city limits surrounded by ancient oaks and winter-bare fields. The grave marker was simple gray granite catching the
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Chapter: CHAPTER 113ALEXANDER'S POV THREE DAY LATER I hurried the last suitcase into the car boot sweat already prickling along my hairline despite the cool morning air. The estate driveway was quiet except for the soft crunch of gravel under my shoes and the distant hum of London traffic beyond the gates. I straightened wiping my hands on my jeans and glanced toward the front door just as Enid stepped outside pulling a sleek black suitcase behind him.He looked unfairly good—white shirt sleeves rolled to his elbows, his black trousers fitting just right the sling finally gone though he still moved his right shoulder carefully. The faint scar peeked above his collar a thin pink line that made my chest tighten every time I saw it.“I told you I’d carry them,” I said stepping forward reaching for the suitcase handle.Enid shook his head a small stubborn smile tugging at his lips. “I got shot but that doesn’t mean I can’t use my hand.” He lifted the case easily despite the slight wince that crossed his f
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Chapter: CHAPTER 112: THE PROPOSALALEXANDER'S POV ONE WEEK LATER The courtroom smelled of polished wood old paper and quiet dread. I sat in the front row beside Dad shoulders rigid hands clasped so tightly my knuckles ached. Rosa stood in the defendant’s box, her wrists cuffed in front of her face blank and cold-blooded like she’d already accepted the end but refused to show it. Raymond stood a few feet away head bowed shoulders slumped the cocky charm he used to wear like armor stripped away completely. Rosa had been charged with murder, parental fraud, kidnapping, money laundering conspiracy and solicitation of assassination. While Raymond faced money laundering accessory after the fact and conspiracy to commit murder. During interrogation the truth had spilled out in ugly pieces—Rosa had introduced Raymond into my life deliberately so they could keep me distracted confused and under control. He’d never loved me, instead he'd been playing a long game for her for money for power. Every kiss, every late-night
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Chapter: CHAPTER 111AUTHOR POV“You son of a bitch let me go!” Rosa spat the words like venom her wrists jerking against the metal cuffs that chained her to the table. The steel clinked sharply every time she yanked but the restraints held firm biting into her skin.The interrogating officer remained perfectly calm sliding into the chair opposite her without a flicker of reaction. The room was dim the only light coming from the single harsh bulb hanging directly overhead casting long shadows across the concrete walls and turning her face into a mask of sharp angles and fury. He placed a thin manila folder on the table between them fingers resting lightly on the edge.“Let’s start again Mrs Kane,” he said voice even almost polite. “You were arrested on charges of murder kidnapping parental fraud and conspiracy. You have the right to remain silent but anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You also have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford one one will be provided fo
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Chapter: CHAPTER 110ENID'S POVBeep beep beepThe sound drilled into my skull steadily pulling me slowly out of the thick fog. I tried to open my eyes at first everything was blinding white then blurry gray then nothing but darkness again. I squeezed them shut took a slow breath and tried once more. This time the room came into focus dim hospital lighting soft shadows night pressing against the window.I sighed shifting just a fraction and pain exploded through my upper back and right shoulder sharp hot vicious. My whole body locked up a groan slipping out before I could stop it.“Enid.”Alex snapped upright from the chair beside the bed eyes wide and red-rimmed. He leaned forward fast hand reaching for my arm fingers trembling as they settled on my skin. “Can you hear me?”My vision was still hazy edges soft but I could feel him the warmth of his touch the faint tremor in his grip. I let my fingers twitch weakly against his palm. “Alex…” My voice came out dry cracked barely audible. “I didn’t actually w
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Chapter: CHAPTER 109ALEXANDER'S POVThe sterile chemical smell of the hospital corridor wrapped around me refusing to let go.Time had melted into nothing more than the relentless beep-beep-beep of a heart monitor drifting from somewhere down the hall. The surgery doors stayed shut a blank white wall that judged me every time I stared at them. My father’s arms were the only solid thing keeping me from shattering completely on the cold tile floor. My hands were still streaked with rust-brown blood—Enid’s blood, which had dried and flaking under my nails no matter how hard I rubbed them against my jeans.“He’s strong Alex,” Dad whispered for what felt like the hundredth time his voice rough around the edges like he was trying to convince himself too. “He’ll pull through.”I could only nod my throat too raw too tight to form words. The image kept replaying behind my eyes—Enid’s body jerking with each impact the warm flood of his life soaking through my fingers his weak crooked smile even as pain carved lin
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SECOND SIN
BURB:
Nathan Reed was born with a physical disability, he has a weak leg from birth and a seizure which leads to nose bleeding and he litterrily grew up in poverty. Quiet and introverted, he was a social outcast in high school, eventually becoming the primary target of a bullying clique.
While Noah Grayson was the leader of that clique—the polar opposite of Nathan. He's Born into an elite family, he was a tall, athletic playboy who never knew the meaning of struggle.
Traumatized by the abuse from the Noah group, the Nathan was forced to drop out. He spent years working grueling jobs—repairman, delivery driver, construction worker—until he finally landed a position at his current company. Starting from the very bottom, his diligence and competence eventually led him to the position of department manager.
Just as he thinks his life is finally on track, his nightmare—Noah reappears. Despite Nathan professional success, he still feels like an ant in the face of the Noah's immense power and status.
Mustering his courage to confront him, Nathan was shocked when Noah claims he has come to apologize for his past sins. Asking him to give him a chance to purse him.
Is this a sincere confession or a cruel joke?
Is the Noah truly repentant, or is there a hidden scheme at play?
How will Nathan choose this time?
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Chapter: CHAPTER 38: DAVID.NEXT MORNING Nathan kept his gaze fixed straight ahead as he walked briskly toward the building entrance, doing his best to ignore Elle’s persistent teasing. She wasn’t letting up, her hand gripping his shoulder playfully as she tried to pull him back.“Nathan… are you sure you don’t want to tell me about yesterday?” she pressed, her voice light and full of mischief.His brows furrowed, though a storm of thoughts swirled in his head. “I swear, Elle, you’re making this harder for me. It’s all in your head. You’re just imagining things!” He stomped his feet lightly in frustration and picked up his pace, hurrying toward the tall glass doors of the company building.But Elle wasn’t done. She caught up easily, still grinning. “Oh, I know you’re lying. Where were you last night? I waited forever.”Nathan paused for a second. They were getting close to the main lobby now, and he needed her to drop it before anyone else overheard. “His car broke down on the highway,” he lied, trying to sound
Última actualización: 2026-06-26
Chapter: CHAPTER 37: ONE FOR YOU AND I.Nathan sat in the passenger seat, his brow furrowed with confusion that quickly shifted into genuine worry. The silence in the car felt heavier than before, broken only by the low hum of the engine. “What’s wrong?” he asked softly, turning to look at Noah.Noah didn’t reply. His hands gripped the steering wheel so tightly his knuckles turned white as he made a sharp turn, the tires protesting against the road. The car swerved slightly, and Nathan’s heart jumped into his throat.“Noah?” Nathan called again, louder this time. Still nothing. Noah only sniffed, his breathing ragged, and pressed harder on the accelerator. The speed climbed dangerously. “Noah, you’re going to get us killed!”Nathan reached out instinctively, grabbing the side of Noah’s shirt in a tight fist. He wasn’t even wearing his seatbelt properly, and the sudden fear made his pulse race. That seemed to snap something in Noah. He eased off the gas, the car slowing gradually until his breathing evened out, though his ch
Última actualización: 2026-06-24
Chapter: CHAPTER 36: A MONSTERNoah kept glancing at his wristwatch, as he stood just outside the front entrance of the building, leaning against his car with his arms crossed tightly over his chest. It was already a few minutes to nine, and Nathan still hadn’t appeared. He had thought about going up to his office to check, but the last thing he wanted was to push too hard and risk setting Nathan off again after the fragile progress of the day. So he stayed put, stamping his feet lightly against the pavement to release some of the nervous energy building inside him.His mind replayed the earlier meeting, the way Nathan had thrown those sharp, calculated reminders of the past like well-aimed darts. Every word had landed, leaving Noah raw and uncertain. Yet here he was, still hoping.Finally, he spotted movement near the doors. Nathan was walking out alongside Elle. Noah immediately straightened his sleeves quickly, smoothing down his shirt as they approached. Before he could say anything, Nathan leaned in and whis
Última actualización: 2026-06-23
Chapter: CHAPTER 35Noah shifted forward on the couch, the weight of his own body suddenly feeling heavier as the leather creaked beneath him. His heart hammered in his chest, nerves twisting tightly in his stomach. “Do… do you want me to start from before?” he asked, his voice unsteady. “Do you want me to begin from back then?” His eyes pleaded openly, searching Nathan’s face for any sign of softening.Nathan shrugged, his posture still guarded and professional. “I don’t know. What do you think?” He paused, then added coolly, “Apologize for the wrongs you think you’ve done to me.”Noah let out a long, weary sigh and rubbed his palms along the back of his neck, trying to ease the tension building there. “Nathan, I… words can’t explain how sorry I actually feel about this. I’m genuinely sorry. For everything.” He paused, studying Nathan’s face carefully, but it remained blank, almost unnervingly emotionless. The lack of reaction made Noah’s chest ache even more.“From high school… I was just dumb back the
Última actualización: 2026-06-22
Chapter: CHAPTER 34:Noah opened the door to his apartment, the hinges creaking softly as he stepped into the darkness. The moonlight cast pale, silver rectangles across the living room floor, illuminating nothing but the silence that waited for him. He walked just a little further, his legs heavy, and collapsed onto the couch. His weight pressed into the cushions as he heaved a deep, exhausted breath.The quiet pressed against his ears.He sat there, replaying everything that had transpired this evening. The accidental clash of lips. The shock in Nathan's eyes. The tears, anger and then, the strange, unnerving calm that had settled over him in the car ride home.For the past years, his life had been filled with so many ups and downs. He had been living the life of a lonely routine, doing the same thing over and over again. Wake up in the morning. Get to work. Talk with people he didn't even want to talk to. Smile like the jokes they made were funny. Deal with his father, and his family's cold expectatio
Última actualización: 2026-06-01
Chapter: CHAPTER 33: HEARTBEATNoah dropped the package in the car. The plastic crinkled against the seat, as he turned, eyes scanning the empty walkway and the dark road. He bolted to the walkway, his heart a beating heavily. Nathan had played him. Why had he believed him? Why had he thought, for even a moment, that Nathan was ready for conversation, for peace? He sighed, a deep, weary sound that carried the weight of the entire day. He pulled his phone from his pocket, his fingers moving before his mind could caution him. He called Nathan’s number.It rang, and for some moment he expected it to go to voicemail, to be ignored. But the connection clicked.And Noah’s voice died in his throat. His lips parted, but no words came. What could he possibly say?“What?” Nathan’s voice sounded from the phone. It was flat, detached.“Did you… leave?” Noah asked. His heart skipped, a painful lurch.“I’m right behind you.”Noah spun around, and behold Nathan was standing beside the car, leaning against the passenger door. H
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