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"You're applying to be Noah's nanny," he said smoothly, his towering presence closing in on me. I felt the heat of his breath against my neck, sending shivers down my spine. "Yes, sir," I answered, keeping my voice steady. "I'll do my best to take care of him." But the truth was far from innocent. Becoming his son's nanny was only a cover-seducing him was my aim! ********** Elena Williams had lost everything: her child, her freedom, and five years of her life locked away in a psychiatric hospital by the very family that betrayed her. Now, they lived comfortably, protected by wealth and power, while she plotted her revenge. To bring them down, Elena needed an ally even more formidable than her enemies. Enter Justin Hunt-an enigmatic billionaire with the influence and strength to tip the scales. He was her ticket to vengeance, and she was willing to risk it all to capture his attention... even if it meant playing a dangerous game of seduction.
ELENA'S POV
I sat in the sterile quiet of the ward, my hands pressed against my face, waiting for the sound of my name-waiting to finally be free.
"Elena Williams."
I almost didn't hear it, but there it was. My release is like an afterthought. I stood slowly, every bone in my body feeling the weight of those five years, and collected the worn documents they handed me.
"Here are your belongings," the nurse murmured, passing over a small, faded backpack. I took it, fingers brushing against its rough fabric-an object, now, that felt like a stranger's.
Glancing around the hospital reception one last time, I walked out into a world that felt distant, like a faint memory. Outside, people were gathered, anxious and hopeful as they awaited their loved ones. No one waited for me, of course. I had known that. I had known that for a long time.
As I crossed the hospital parking lot, a single word pulsed in my mind like a heartbeat: Revenge.
A car horn jolted me out of my thoughts. I barely turned, but the driver pulled up beside me. Caroline's face peered through the window, her eyes softening as she saw me. A hollow smile tugged at my lips-so maybe someone had come for me, after all.
"Elena!" She jumped out and wrapped her arms around me, her hug so tight I could feel her own relief.
"Did I come too late?" she asked, her voice full of warmth and worry.
"No," I whispered, forcing a small smile. "You're just in time. Thank you."
The ride was quiet, Caroline intuitively knowing that I wasn't ready to talk. Five years of silence stretched behind me, and the outside world was overwhelming, surreal-almost too real. I let my eyes drift out the window, taking in each passing scene, drinking in every street, and every tree as if I were seeing it all for the first time.
When we reached the edge of my old neighbourhood, I finally broke the silence. "Drop me here."
Her hands gripped the wheel tighter. "Elena... are you sure? Going back-it might-"
"I need to," I cut her off, my voice firm.
She sighed, her fingers lingering on her bag before she pulled out an envelope. "Take this."
I shook my head, already knowing what it was. "Caroline, I-"
"You will take it," she said, her tone leaving no room for argument. "I don't care if you don't use it. Just keep it."
I took the envelope reluctantly, the weight of it more than just paper. "Thank you."
"You don't have to thank me," she said and I nodded.
I stepped out, clutching the envelope as I started walking down the streets I'd once known so well. But now, they felt haunted, memories clinging to each corner. My eyes stung as flashes of the past rushed back-painful, searing reminders of what had been taken from me.
I wandered to the little playground near my old home. The sight of it hit me hard; I'd been here so often with my mother, back when the world was simple, back when I was whole. I sank onto one of the swings, letting the memories crash over me like waves.
"Can you open this for me?" a small voice broke through my thoughts. I looked up, startled. A little boy stood in front of me, his bright blue eyes shining, a packet of sweets clutched in his hand.
I stared at him, my chest tightening. He couldn't have been much younger than my son would've been-if I still had him. If she hadn't taken him from me.
"Ma'am? Can you open this?" he repeated, he jolted me awake from my deep thoughts. He held it out with a shy smile.
"Oh... yes." I took it, my hands almost trembling as I opened the wrapper and handed it back to him.
Before he could take it. "Noah! Noah!" Voices called out, and the boy's eyes widened. He clasped a hand over his mouth as if hiding was the only option.
Moments later a woman hurried toward us. Relief flooded the woman's face as she saw him. "Oh, thank goodness," she exhaled. "Please, Noah, you can't keep running off like this!"
Soon a man also appeared behind her, he threw a sharp look at the woman. "You'd better keep a closer eye on him. Master Justin won't take kindly to this."
Master Justin?? I think I've heard that name before... and it wasn't from the hospital.
They were already leading Noah away, their backs turned to me as if I didn't exist. But something tugged at me, a strange, uneasy familiarity.
"Wait," I called after them. "He forgot his sweets."
The man turned back, his gaze locking onto mine. His face-it wasn't unfamiliar. I'd seen him before. Not at the hospital. But I couldn't figure out where. How?
After collecting the sweets, he turned sharply, following the woman and Noah, leaving me with the weight of questions that threatened to drown me.
I sat back on the swing, the wind cold against my skin.
Kara Martin was known as Miss Perfect. She was a beauty with good personality and successful career. Unfortunately, her life changed at one night. She was accused of adultery, losing her job, and abandoned by her fiance. The arrogant man who slept with her did not want to take responsibility. He even threatened to kill her if they met again. What's worse, Kara was pregnant with twins and she chose to give birth to them. Four and a half years later, Kara returned to work at a large company. As the secretary, she would frequently face their notorious CEO. Kara thought it wouldn't be a problem, but as it turned out ... the CEO was the father of the twins!
Rachel used to think that her devotion would win Brian over one day, but she was proven wrong when his true love returned. Rachel had endured it all—from standing alone at the altar to dragging herself to the hospital for an emergency treatment. Everyone thought she was crazy to give up so much of herself for someone who didn’t return her feelings. But when Brian received news of Rachel’s terminal illness and realized she didn’t have long to live, he completely broke down. "I forbid you to die!" Rachel just smiled. She no longer needed him. "I will finally be free."
Yelena discovered that she wasn't her parents' biological child. After seeing through their ploy to trade her as a pawn in a business deal, she was sent away to her barren birthplace. There, she stumbled upon her true origins—a lineage of historic opulence. Her real family showered her with love and adoration. In the face of her so-called sister's envy, Yelena conquered every adversity and took her revenge, all while showcasing her talents. She soon caught the attention of the city's most eligible bachelor. He cornered Yelena and pinned her against the wall. “It's time to reveal your true identity, darling.”
Dear readers, this book has resumed daily updates. It took Sabrina three whole years to realize that her husband, Tyrone didn't have a heart. He was the coldest and most indifferent man she had ever met. He never smiled at her, let alone treated her like his wife. To make matters worse, the return of the woman he had eyes for brought Sabrina nothing but divorce papers. Sabrina's heart broke. Hoping that there was still a chance for them to work on their marriage, she asked, "Quick question,Tyrone. Would you still divorce me if I told you that I was pregnant?" "Absolutely!" he responded. Realizing that she didn't mean shit to him, Sabrina decided to let go. She signed the divorce agreement while lying on her sickbed with a broken heart. Surprisingly, that wasn't the end for the couple. It was as if scales fell off Tyrone's eyes after she signed the divorce agreement. The once so heartless man groveled at her bedside and pleaded, "Sabrina, I made a big mistake. Please don't divorce me. I promise to change." Sabrina smiled weakly, not knowing what to do...
In order to fulfill her grandfather's last wish, Stella entered into a hasty marriage with an ordinary man she had never met before. However, even after becoming husband and wife on paper, they each led separate lives, barely crossing paths. A year later, Stella returned to Seamarsh City, hoping to finally meet her mysterious husband. To her astonishment, he sent her a text message, unexpectedly pleading for a divorce without ever having met her in person. Gritting her teeth, Stella replied, "So be it. Let’s get a divorce!" Following that, Stella made a bold move and joined the Prosperity Group, where she became a public relations officer that worked directly for the company’s CEO, Matthew. The handsome and enigmatic CEO was already bound in matrimony, and was known to be unwaveringly devoted to his wife in private. Unbeknownst to Stella, her mysterious husband was actually her boss, in his alternate identity! Determined to focus on her career, Stella deliberately kept her distance from the CEO, although she couldn't help but notice his deliberate attempts to get close to her. As time went on, her elusive husband had a change of heart. He suddenly refused to proceed with the divorce. When would his alternate identity be uncovered? Amidst a tumultuous blend of deception and profound love, what destiny awaited them?
"Never let anyone treat you like shit!" I learned that the hard way. For three years, I lived with my in-laws. They didn't treat me as their son-in-law but as a slave. I put up with everything because of my wife, Yolanda Lambert. She was the light of my life. Unfortunately, my whole world came crashing down the day I caught my wife cheating on me. I have never been so heartbroken. To have my revenge, I revealed my true identity. I was none other than Liam Hoffman—the heir of a family with trillions of dollars in assets! The Lamberts were utterly shocked after the big reveal. They realized what fools they had been for treating me like trash. My wife even knelt down and begged for my forgiveness. What do you think I did? Did I take her back or made her suffer? Find out!