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Claudia often criticizes her life situation. She grew up living with her grandmother and her younger brother. She studies hard to secure a good job for her family's future. She always thought of marrying someone rich or well-to-do, a life that she can live with certainty every day. She met Marcus de Santis, a construction worker - tall, sturdy, handsome, and close to her family. He even stole her first kiss! When he began to court her, Claudia almost forgot what she was dreaming about. Until she accidentally met Martin Lawson. Due to a confused mind, she chose Martin, a perfect prince. But what if regret is all she feels since they got together? How can she mend the hearts that have been broken? And what if, one day, she discovers that Marcus de Santis is not just an ordinary person, but his real identity as the heir of a prominent family has remained a secret?
Prologue
He stood up, still sweaty, panting and catching his breath as he rose from lying next to me. He didn't even glance at me as I carefully pulled the blanket to cover my tired body. I tried to get up. Despite the drowsiness pulling at me, I couldn't lie down and rest. Every day, every hour, every minute mattered to me. Because a life hung in the balance.
When I sat down, I winced. I felt a sudden pain between my legs. It really hurt for the first time. I bit my lip.
It's gone. I've lost it. I've guarded my property for twenty-five years. I promised to only give myself to the man I love and who loves me. Tears welled up in my eyes. I tried not to show weakness to this man. I flinched when he threw me a piece of paper. I glanced at it.
"I doubled the amount," he said while still zipping his pants. I knew he was looking at me. Even if I wanted to look back at him, I couldn't. I felt embarrassed because I had debased myself. I blinked back my tears, accompanied by a pang in my chest. He smirked, "Surprisingly, you were a virgin! How come a gold-digger slut was still a virgin until now? Well, a few minutes ago..." I keenly felt the anger and disgust in his voice. I kept my head down to avoid his scrutinizing eyes.
I couldn't move. A pang of pain shot through my chest. Never in my wildest dreams did I expect him to say that right in front of me. He had changed. He was no longer Marcus I knew. Every word he uttered felt like sharp thorns digging into my heart.
It hurt. So much. I felt so down. But whatever he said, I would accept it with closed eyes. I needed his money.
He walked to pick up and put on his shirt lying on the couch. I remained silent and kept still. I would change once he left. After putting on his shoes, I heard him sigh. I was still bowed down, so I clearly saw his feet gradually approaching me. He stopped in front of me, slid his finger under my chin, and lifted my face to face him.
He smirked, "If I had known that I would taste you in this way, I would have told you long ago that I'm rich." He whispered. His eyes narrowed. He tilted his head. "I wasted my time with you. You're just nothing but an ambitious gold-digger filthy slut. At least, you're beautiful. My payment was still worth it." And he callously dropped my face.
I bit my lip. My hands clenched. I swallowed my saliva to suppress any sobs. I didn't want him to mock me further if he saw me cry.
He picked up and wore his suit. He went straight to the door but stopped and looked back at me. I felt my body shiver. I felt...humiliated. "I hate you, Claudia. I hate you so much. Thanks for let me f*****g you." I felt the pain in his tone. I straightened up as he forcefully closed the door.
Tears streamed down from my eyes. I hugged myself. I felt so dirty, my hands trembling. I looked at the check in front of me, and my tears flowed even more.
Why? Why is this happening in my life? Am I such a terrible person? I hurt him. Yes, I hurt him, but I didn't want that. I hope he forgives me. Even now, I still hope. Foolish as it may be. He left when I finally realized I love him. I love him.
I still love him.
CONTENT WARNING: This story has mature scenes which are not suitable for young readers. *** "You know how to choose your woman, Darkstorm. She was a fucking come-hither. I saw her video from your CCTV files and I was jerking my dick the whole time I was watching her. I canât wait to rip her sweet little pussy with my dick while sheâs shouting your name." *** Lyka de Luca had a plan to use her beauty and charm to take back Draconia, her auntâs ancestral FamilyHouse, from the owner of the Darklore, Inc. But she did not expect to make a mistake... causing her to spent a pleasant night with none other than the Prince-Of-Hell and Canadaâs richest and ruthless finance magnate, Aether Damien Darkstorm. ***** Lyka de Luca, a beautiful gallery owner and a woman who has never been in a relationship, is fierce enough to reclaim Draconia, her ancestral property, which was sold to a private companyâDarklore, Incâwhen her aunt fell ill. Lyka decided to use Blake Darkloreâs long-standing infatuation with her to her advantageâthe man she believed to be the owner of the company. So, for the first time, she agreed to go on a date with him. But Lyka had unexpectedly fallen and made love with her date. After a few months, she discovered that the man she was with that night was not Blake Darklore, but the real owner of Darklore, Inc.ânone other than the Prince-Of-Hell #3 himselfâAether Damien Darkstorm. The Control freak and baddest Billionaire.
It was a sin to love him. It was a sin to desire him. She was his forbidden pleasure. She was his forbidden fruit. It was never right because she was the wife of his billionaire brother. Excerpt: He glanced at her, frowning. "What did you say?" She angrily squinted at him. "Lie on the floor. If you don't respect me, respect Lennox. I'm his wife." His stares became cold. "Respect?" He smirked coldly. "If I didn't respect him, you might be naked right now moaning my name." She couldn't look straight at him. "Lincoln, get out ofâŠ." "Look at me, Lorelei." She needed to be brave in front of him, or else he would be able to handle her again. So, she looked into his deep tantalizing eyes. Her throat was dry. "W-what?" She wanted to slap herself for stuttering. Stuttering in front of Lincoln Del Piero was a sign of weakness. And this evil man would exploit it. "Tell me, Lorelei," his hot breath hit her face, "If Lennox wasn't your husband, would you undress for me? Would you let me see your beautiful naked body? Would you let me penetrate you?"
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