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1952793	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792941	1201	1153986142527063	1	4.3117188658987E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293020880691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415779	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453802550_1214259019579540_39475058815356215_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VqbudoWkR6AQ7kNvgHw8KK9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC8nTSrQ6S5pRVTfOc4eOTc1j2gmrOS8KTdcBL4jp-4Ng&oe=66B1FCD8	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453648141_489460627112079_5528879072442272647_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ds5ZZMxjYxwQ7kNvgGTkTpi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBl7OAuE4keRNm20Tf1f_dkjy7um53jXWfGkWhY9ny1rQ&oe=66B1EB61	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? 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1952603	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792941	1201	514191517602465	1	1.0116890470171E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120210229870530647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔Enemies to Lovers	🔥Looking for your next guilty pleasure?	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J		1721556275	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452309170_1127891621636792_7966703258813534620_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JkGMm6NCLvcQ7kNvgE-R12r&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYALWursawe4vq4Rfvpjymq8_d3dUvSa5uASMbLyhBTlng&oe=66B1E5F9	person_profile	0			0	3	Eleven years ago, Carson Knight shattered my heart. <br /> Thinking I betrayed him, he pushed me away… not knowing I was carrying his baby. <br /> <br /> Our son, longing for his father, finds the billionaire CEO and thrusts a DNA report in front of him. <br /> Now, Carson demands to be with his son; afraid of losing custody, I agree to move in. <br /> <br /> Living under Carson’s roof is torture – he’s a walking temptation. Every. Chiseled. Inch.<br /> I crave to be back in his strong tattooed arms, but he can’t ignore my past. <br /> <br /> Seeing him as a daddy, and his loving devotion to our son, makes my heart melt.<br /> Under his grumpy exterior is the man I remember - and I want him back.<br /> <br /> When things heat up, my barriers fail. <br /> His touch ignites an inferno, and I drop my defenses… and my panties. <br /> <br /> I yearn for a second chance to repair his damaged heart. <br /> If only he could forgive the secret that ripped us apart.<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D9BXBC7J&h=AT0yd6BsU8mctytqmfo7px3XViihYCV9N9kkLoNK5BU_PDKo0u1ikPXrYhDzVe24SgPkRBzZYUGaKt5Vp9Dp9vyghYOoghRuFS8WdPoHrcnTRnY6Wi_fDaXTw4d--wkx3EgbqdggOiU3S-EXIGaUSD-yuks" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="async">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952605	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792941	1201	487085217376060	1	7.1932697407734E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181968370122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_student		1720511557	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450555458_1619227858643427_4764425597272456050_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cshI_TvOe4MQ7kNvgFuTRGM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEr7wyIn1WvFXqiAwhqgbFoE9tvC2rB29wLXP0BXCQrw&oe=66B1EC59	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450524984_2195572727458601_6208687268995093608_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LKlrkRkj2cIQ7kNvgHrO5Ie&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBh0fxmhqd2CezspGlrihA4Zb7sJh2RexonztsiEXad-g&oe=66B1FCC6	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1953014	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792940	1201	842242574192851	1	4.5936843357755E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	0	1	1	540702073007927	Kelly Baker	120210325992450289		Contact us		NONE	image	2016 BMW 7 Series · 740i Sedan 4D		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/474456672065381/		1722508404	5.4070207300793E+14	Kelly Baker	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453532014_791145389865692_4851245890126881591_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U1GAIrrIl6YQ7kNvgGK3c3m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDtOMkrk1qY0CXW518Pa1hw5YA1_yBOHbz4CZ0g6sPh-Q&oe=66B20E94	regular_page	1	Kelly Baker	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453500614_896173802345100_7306314861801454806_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0iNK_F81fIgQ7kNvgES4Ppc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBl4C7ArgYHGeTeJYmTgPH3kf5gO8fY93fj6qtbEE47KQ&oe=66B1FFCE	0	3	2016 BMW 7 Series · 740i Sedan 4D - $17,900.00<br /> <br /> I'm selling my 2016 BMW 7 Series and it is in practically mint condition. We have owned this car for 5 years, always garaged and have a file of every oil change, tires and any services completed mostly by Elite B'mer and Benz on Louetta and Goodyear in Tomball, Tx. We recently replaced the radiator, thermostat/emissions module and water pump for a new cooling system (7-19-24) due to an emissions code only and is under 2 yr warranty. I am selling this car at a low price for a quick sale because I already bought my wife a newer version. Other similar 740i with similar low milage are priced at 21,000. This car rides like a dream and has too many features to list. There is a California consumer protection manufacturer buyback on the car. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the car. Elite B'mer and Benz can verify this. The dealership had to buy it back because this lady kept crying about nothing because she was way over her milage on lease and upside down<br /> Facebook Marketplace	Kelly Baker	0	/marketplace/?seller_profile=1439686249	CONTACT_US	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952811	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792940	1201	1494713791139583	1	8.155373834547E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106456512483946	ICo011	120212559137770538	a.icomicapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.icomicapp.com/ad/aUNvbWljcy8yNTk1MTMvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM0NDAvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505053	1.0645651248395E+14	ICo011	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453852618_868469631978200_5303397419364692672_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TIlLWsdgmLEQ7kNvgEJbYTM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDmTZzeT4Dyg6A0NaA_X-588D4abhG6WbXh7Ti1kyHFtg&oe=66B1E8DE	person_profile	0	ICo011	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453718635_805502198050115_3247466313070677426_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0IHhm7QUVXUQ7kNvgGNdHk_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBeRbWHWwIIkWLwr6CF6tVkrpsYC7Vqh13ARosA5mhHcA&oe=66B1E199	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952726	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792941	1201	384313408099386	1	1.0375724046681E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	132780049909966	Picks003	120212842782440664	a.topicksapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.topicksapp.com/ad/Y2hvaWNlcy8yNTk1NzcvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1NDkvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505411	1.3278004990997E+14	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453505463_1177977213536486_5854403045676980091_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5cRNoAj0JYgQ7kNvgHXpN3w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAGrJSLM8rBSUXjuV3Gno2wBVD6LzdioxDoZTFh807njA&oe=66B1E33E	person_profile	0	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453631928_318122277956535_549480981372393563_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SyJcy3cnj4MQ7kNvgEVB_qo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCTnmPwJP95HpNosVu9UP7aMIQvCNdifhFYPzEw6jzB4Q&oe=66B2089C	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952779	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792941	1201	959671949244293	1	4.6400522316873E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293003430691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415764	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453502062_810034091118435_2154793742409716153_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DukFaZ_-r5IQ7kNvgGewNvG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCFkqrhNJ4F-_tEWuxCrBz9LlMgwCK6cLBzJIg6mQ0vXw&oe=66B1F7DD	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315553_460492893546789_4766194743265486179_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LtfNlj9UX4gQ7kNvgH4pAvX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCLaXenn6TMCgImP4uce5Xex1lY2sTWId8wOBLT88V19w&oe=66B1DBF0	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952555	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792941	1201	915056123681511	1	1.4563524117346E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210481539290781	Nancykellyhomes.com/open-houses	Learn more		NONE	image	View Open House Listings	For Portland Metro Area	https://nancykellyhomes.com/open-houses		1721146641	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451436261_468988212551518_2116664536378344126_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QShfVNhBXfkQ7kNvgGjUY5g&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC3mtxGit19ALx4tS_3-LLUWBhOgtzp9tgEWGuZaSMsEQ&oe=66B1E7E0	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451544979_847686850743415_1695382749013874743_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UaihcZgQlMQ7kNvgFrI6Ml&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDnd_oWNSTfdQQd_N2d1pqlL3Ae3fd6XAHahapKaDp77Q&oe=66B1F291	0	3	House Hunting?<br /> View the current list of Open Houses in the Portland Metro area.<br /> <br /> If you have questions about any properties, please reach out, we are always happy to help!<br /> <br /> Nancy Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR<br /> Call/Text: 503.805.5887 Nancy@NancyKellyHomes.com<br /> <br /> Marissa Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR/WA<br /> Call/Text: 971.322.3645 Marissa@NancyKellyHomes.com<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FNancyKellyHomes.com%2F&h=AT0pNc5MbZxCoikpUVWdw_Ujp4d-ULUQ0MH_D-hvvA9uHsmwJN5OZ5IPztOuQVWmGrMJ_S9VTREXZzNTjiON812xEXkcFCtstMrw17vBsDyqipn8hYSfkz-7K2Sjy46E4F6MHHou25PTpg" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">NancyKellyHomes.com</a><br /> <br /> #openhouse #househunting #Portlandrealestate #Portlandrealtor #realestate #PDXRealEstate #NancyKellyHomes	Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1953017	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792941	1201	464449713038868	1	1.1564661955639E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	163458637537591	Sportz Bonanza	120210986547490103	tworeddots.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Woman Sold Ring from Ex, Jeweler's Reaction Left Her Stunned	Following a painful breakup, Melissa made the difficult decision to move on by selling the beautiful ring her ex had given her. With a mix of emotions, she entered a prestigious jewelry store, intending to sell the ring and possibly make some money. The jeweler inspected the ring closely and was ast...	https://tworeddots.com/sells-ring-gifted-by-ex-eb/		1722510602	1.6345863753759E+14	Sportz Bonanza	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453873029_1514844235906356_8974794472145395201_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gJyG7ySh9kgQ7kNvgG1swSc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBWaI9B5zQHLEBJrHbljjc62Z5cX0Vq9BmbYcAUDNADAw&oe=66B1E49A	person_profile	0	Sportz Bonanza	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453480703_1139213133850548_7160845663027072910_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=w_BAFdoVSSMQ7kNvgFjGNKc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9rmXSnkxWzfmIOXzdORH_ci-arXSQUUK5KqVfydENLQ&oe=66B1DF56	0	3	Woman Sold Ring from Ex, Jeweler's Reaction Left Her Stunned	Sportz Bonanza	33501	https://facebook.com/100079776066180	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952750	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792941	1201	499495466101146	1	1.5912480780875E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534364770061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415790	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453246436_341896055642750_5896562140693524086_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7iVMJvqbubsQ7kNvgEMmEgc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBgVSNnVY-3jpwd7JQfZiSH7aV0_LMFswKGx79qZQFTZA&oe=66B20D13	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453258701_1868735540274240_5227359093766648998_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HNGUFJlSxWYQ7kNvgF5xvk3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAn3ZaELd6G04yKDyOEYDFDYqYH5PDN7Zkv6_AsJ0yRQA&oe=66B207D6	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952918	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792941	1201	1639531909954188	1	4.7968063832986E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	129130180450280	Howard Hanna Rand Realty	120213357717670333	homes.howardhanna.com	Learn more		NONE	image	3 bed, 2 bath in Monroe	VIEW DETAILS	https://homes.howardhanna.com/randrealty/504/H6319540?flavor=llp&ad_code=&cid=1695469&utm_source=boost-by-homespotter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=boost-listing-H6319540&timestamp=1722517818		1722518438	1.2913018045028E+14	Howard Hanna Rand Realty	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453482935_1136959544030220_6232313633340311233_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mtThgKvrsNgQ7kNvgHYM-Ta&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDTem7tYa5rDVgI_orUOkkj6Oj3yb7hQ_2kBjU-Lue29g&oe=66B1EF76	person_profile	0	Rand Realty	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453513374_2811873662310481_3760834768041012611_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KZtBwEr6t9kQ7kNvgFVfXGk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDzROqw6Pysd5eRpcdzZ7NRsfc1lk4MWMck4BW87duuyg&oe=66B1F154	0	3	Ready for a new home? Check out this 3 beds, 2 baths in Monroe. 🏡🏡 Welcome to High Ridge Road- a picturesque tree-lined cul-de-sac, offering community & privacy! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom Cape Cod style home boasts an array of modern updates. The living room and staircase feature stylish…	Howard Hanna Rand Realty	10125	https://facebook.com/Randrealty	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952223	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792941	1201	1190724368809793	11	1.6704222737928E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988561550606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/ikwunne-set		1722456163	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453385852_1022414616180205_2201628433644733965_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GCxFDi5zafwQ7kNvgG1PpBM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYASoHSf9_Dey9IX8gZOlI98tjRmJ0SJqJ3IjialLcmVIQ&oe=66B1F42A	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453245631_1009336197331990_263754768068062697_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=quu-IQMGXMwQ7kNvgGCRfpL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBAYHCSIGkeVhdoKQJZ7f9dgQIQIDGmDr5drUes832fRA&oe=66B1F22B	0	3	Get into this look styled by the fabulous @thejessicachristen - This jumpsuit from @dua.menka is head to toe fabulous! Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952228	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792941	1201	368852582685517			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988419940606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	20410	NONE	dpa	Free worldwide shipping	New collection			1722455763	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453404103_809867054460413_6289670959362951804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AroEQXD1X7kQ7kNvgHBXcWZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAw-s0PQUSjVITvkRkizyQcODGWsncBGX1i4NQZgqPH1g&oe=66B1E0AF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453244431_503691208805887_7948880208320814666_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yJaMCzQOquEQ7kNvgHfMmXe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfB-IKCQnXUvxF1VkW6Iesy_3UvCvFQoCVejjdrmFuqQ&oe=66B207F9	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952234	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792941	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952237	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792941	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952269	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792941	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952274	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792941	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952279	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792941	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952284	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792941	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952313	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792941	1201	432182213165232	11	1.5346894174508E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210975046810606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/adaugo-dress		1722412606	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453741718_1010012860766011_8127505383400749879_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2pv1baPRJOYQ7kNvgEn5fxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXA2cDuxmXKd9tKxHEg4zOVpQgQWkDg1nYoTaNeSSoVA&oe=66B1F01F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315361_795844972718465_410440127910619086_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WHWnePWjdDkQ7kNvgEY3uFO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBKg5RMeyvzYIwV1QbziN41cTjILG1aoXeZ2vsFIaIglg&oe=66B2100B	0	3	So cute! Could definitely see myself wearing this to a wedding ❤️ Cute look worn by @phenomenalkat. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952316	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792941	1201	432182213165232	11	1.5346894174508E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210975046810606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/adaugo-dress		1722412606	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453741718_1010012860766011_8127505383400749879_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2pv1baPRJOYQ7kNvgEn5fxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXA2cDuxmXKd9tKxHEg4zOVpQgQWkDg1nYoTaNeSSoVA&oe=66B1F01F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315361_795844972718465_410440127910619086_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WHWnePWjdDkQ7kNvgEY3uFO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBKg5RMeyvzYIwV1QbziN41cTjILG1aoXeZ2vsFIaIglg&oe=66B2100B	0	3	So cute! Could definitely see myself wearing this to a wedding ❤️ Cute look worn by @phenomenalkat. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952319	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952321	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952326	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952331	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952337	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	498926885979475	14	4.6329962981172E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951519880606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/odeluwa-kaftan-nj		1722326180	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453170274_925653819320112_3508771994192122805_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PFK28_VLql4Q7kNvgGF32aM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDOipN8L51WXXezf3b3RpCdZC_e8T1ZwMKW4ZIv-Ri3QQ&oe=66B20059	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453270068_1188745922348457_6861104688452421791_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fnADA_ke6lMQ7kNvgHt4Fcq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDvtmpQPzCpoOa-ervufY3EmEOMLjg0CmzzacpSzCmvIg&oe=66B1EA81	0	3	14 day returns	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952343	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	1187484592402232	1	4.5148615120267E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	109733157094477	Therapists Rising	120213068868370580				NONE	image					1721784192	1.0973315709448E+14	Therapists Rising	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452648508_1505302977038558_9163170335908582057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=C-3fJf19ScMQ7kNvgFMS-X3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCTS22-FZv_WYPllT1EqfbnfTJMyrDq2aV0cTq_i91RxA&oe=66B1E797	person_profile	0	Hayley Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452650769_1002522591198879_6643554639967020957_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=D4FQK01Fzb8Q7kNvgE5_2ZP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBKxALtwefUvMvTSNNFAnt-0OO1vnlGNFO6JUbaSCdJ7g&oe=66B20E69	0	3	OUR FREE TRAINING - THE ONLINE PROGRAM BLUEPRINT FOR THERAPISTS - STARTS SOON! <br /> <br /> I’m so excited to teach you how to turn your clinical skills and experience into an online program so you can… <br /> <br /> 🎉 Help more people, make more money, have a work-life balance and cut back your 1:1 caseload.<br /> <br /> All our training sessions will be run in our private Facebook group and we’ll be giving away prizes to those who show up live. <br /> <br /> 👉🏽 Your exclusive link to join the group is in your email inbox. Can't find it? Send me a message and I’ll help you.<br /> <br /> Our Welcome Party is happening on Facebook on Wednesday 31 July - I can’t wait to see you and celebrate you there!<br /> <br /> Dr. Hayley Kelly. X	Therapists Rising	1844	https://facebook.com/hayleykellyau		1722150000	View Edit Delete
1952345	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	1468316794053628	1	1.6205376184907E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	311373405398255	Kelly Boydell	120214306967640397	fb.me	Learn More		NONE	dco	📍 Your West Coast Medicare Guide - Free & Easy Help	It’s time to end the Medicare confusion.	http://fb.me/		1722365273	3.1137340539826E+14	Kelly Boydell	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453405960_376581658788825_8669053046358382001_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EUebKvPNKLoQ7kNvgEJtOzl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAqWPxlJA0mrT0poWzt_EPfWt4H1U-i1xnCbolSvKcF0g&oe=66B204AE	person_profile	0	Kelly Boydell	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453312810_1044152470561555_469354553745331314_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fYS8tPwJMG8Q7kNvgFQQ3cI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBWQQKkzWHSs8i8hfRyvyoIwiYju71AqmH0nROD1Qv_kA&oe=66B1E126	0	3	🎂 Turning 65 soon? Don't miss your Medicare signup window! Clear up the confusion and get local guidance, for free. ➡️ Tap/click to learn more, or call (707) 509-9593	Kelly Boydell	3	https://facebook.com/kellyboydellinsurance	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952348	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952353	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952358	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792941	1201	1233119737850372	4	1.4077848999156E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856011200606	www.kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1721844169	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452630104_449498941287966_7250637821159572133_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wticOTyhOT8Q7kNvgEnN9l6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBsCpsJgpcJuqv2C21P3q-QgfcETFyEmTCvmPt2JccJFQ&oe=66B20981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452654653_1546447276268610_2690838859809083258_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Web6HevTlYwQ7kNvgEriww8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAd9gPMoY9kF8YIiRgiHaknFqhTxM2JxCxGxgtLyx0lJA&oe=66B1EAEE	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Get 20% Off SITEWIDE #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952365	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792941	1201	3743777799193836	1	1.1931415154393E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988462170606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722456056	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453417800_852245976785908_5253214832985087566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VYxnp1GwQ_sQ7kNvgGaXXfW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBugdpCyBBnaPmhVvan8KVZI7eOnsvc6RReLcFcj1tIWQ&oe=66B1E947	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183900_480173641621276_6931126201914564420_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WLPoVHoeFkwQ7kNvgGbAn88&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYClc_m7xr3_oiIXpeYw-aQz8ygT3ue67Nton0tSnbZhHQ&oe=66B20CE1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952368	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792941	1201	1913633782398247	1	1.0081614010443E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1320364708126627	Kelly Gorsuch Skin Care	6575315871190		Send message		NONE	image	Boutique Day Spa in Keene				1721838025	1.3203647081266E+15	Kelly Gorsuch Skin Care	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452805927_1015062620217498_6518446223359582731_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7DtJFMH1G0UQ7kNvgFbvNv6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCOSg4bn0HUkGKC25Wy3XGW84agYqLIEZwd0JLx3JXc8Q&oe=66B2081E	person_profile	0	Kelly Gorsuch Skin Care	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452668802_1016391573361344_4685561891309187096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YXZmsE1X9NoQ7kNvgFzdGn0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC2bnptVJBiJiiNZ0RSsCoMF6FH0cTliKCqGmcBrGux6g&oe=66B1DD58	0	3	Boutique day spa offering luxurious facials, body treatments, + spa packages using the finest in natural, professional skin care products. Profound relaxation combined with beautiful skin.	Kelly Gorsuch Skin Care	272	https://facebook.com/kellygorsuchskincare	MESSAGE_PAGE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952369	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792941	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952375	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792941	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952387	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792941	1201	8032345913491160	10	6.8519081035836E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120205934701260400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1707014827	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425023331_410829724748017_4069636158174884795_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZGTqNum0Em4Q7kNvgFXmfic&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3voYcRAAVpLrh5DqrSMlXtbxWpX5MVYqbeFCI3D_Ttg&oe=66B1F2AB	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425010500_685885930380000_1509526327982729068_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QgXKzCxHpSEQ7kNvgFczwkt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBLP0NoXzC8xTntalBIydNqOMKlMHLA641cUeSVSaJCBg&oe=66B1FC55	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952394	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	800647832279118	4	3.4067791262817E+15	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218315480400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157590	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436210654_1068572520911460_1751330896465351906_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6xslpsUaUoQ7kNvgFXkbkr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmZ7rNHCftFsARrKR4wNBxZ2iLa2mBz2oug7O8wJIwtQ&oe=66B20120	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436202696_7346458345450984_2453045930591871235_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bD70xhAPVr4Q7kNvgHoDYV2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDt7904DhGHIP87Jb1B0HonEe8NJtryWwUQxinGODebXA&oe=66B1E26C	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952398	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	412321988505482	5	4.8118606438305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210150218100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Up to 60% Shop final sale	Free shipping	https://kellyobi.com/products/abstract-color-burst-pleated-dress		1718800484	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448762192_1920352975090601_3321379150614588415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=djTL9qJFjCUQ7kNvgHAJtQd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa3T91usxw6AHVyFtdqfI42oOrvhA5abV3M4jjtD887Q&oe=66B1D978	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448760794_1850131252135187_7113615075421371938_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8_3OzChB5fgQ7kNvgGNfUJ-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDVYXjBYfxCDGOqxKiLXlS7fRZDef8e977wGLyL-dppjw&oe=66B1DF36	0	3	Our sis @jariatudanita is fabulous in the Abstract Color Burst Dress. Shop this vibe at Kelly Obi Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952400	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	412321988505482	5	4.8118606438305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210150218100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Up to 60% Shop final sale	Free shipping	https://kellyobi.com/products/abstract-color-burst-pleated-dress		1718800484	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448762192_1920352975090601_3321379150614588415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=djTL9qJFjCUQ7kNvgHAJtQd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa3T91usxw6AHVyFtdqfI42oOrvhA5abV3M4jjtD887Q&oe=66B1D978	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448760794_1850131252135187_7113615075421371938_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8_3OzChB5fgQ7kNvgGNfUJ-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDVYXjBYfxCDGOqxKiLXlS7fRZDef8e977wGLyL-dppjw&oe=66B1DF36	0	3	Our sis @jariatudanita is fabulous in the Abstract Color Burst Dress. Shop this vibe at Kelly Obi Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952402	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	795804882710223	1	3.6895334930056E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262938330491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721769158	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452226197_1662347740973502_1101457169387106518_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qMvIH0nn3t8Q7kNvgHsksXf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB4OFXln1pMkO3zoe6F8FDhbprDnUSIbzRal6V07_zdPQ&oe=66B1FE3B	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452533146_1523223881735898_2351694657518888071_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l_vSCm1qZLkQ7kNvgELV2ne&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBfmQChDc-S0U0G3E38tdGpoWttCLdHPmN1m7hx6aLytQ&oe=66B1DAB4	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952406	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	479902171417877	2	1.2732390336482E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988556610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456080	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453303518_2861938403962446_3981941588242958365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cHF-x3oqFocQ7kNvgEOk1KF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDb4Px1fjuyFs-de84qJL0CR3DlQsvxbBMdHaCUGb8guQ&oe=66B1F8E0	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251954_496671966349118_8476610383882952544_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EyuRnLfWe98Q7kNvgHIRv0j&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8CGraRqjgnIHe53-Sub_ZG65xQPTFDHDPkfgAB87wxw&oe=66B1DE38	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952431	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952436	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792941	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952453	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792941	1201	284046014769989	1	1.4876108588432E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262930270491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768779	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452578648_1215657839472635_2205435617483494615_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=onwAOXOrhjQQ7kNvgGHnyPc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAocf6uxc_VUZHipABuHG8xNG8lYMP9ZsmMVwVYFa2KDg&oe=66B1E204	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452671074_448175478028098_4269398954448421418_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yhBU8pjmOJMQ7kNvgElalab&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfguz8cqyDjNnsIZ5I2HeA-RrWDugSq-HSJGUYl3_nBA&oe=66B20AC7	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
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1952479	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792941	1201	1528430731088101	2	1.6431006431163E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303571310491	kellyfaetanini.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	http://www.kellyfaetanini.com/		1721937733	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452863716_513886044321625_601976910096272265_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MZJuwHsfQtQQ7kNvgEizhvm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDDDxtWgiKYY4URqOZcSQyfQTvc2REB51Ml9G4scDzt6g&oe=66B1DBC2	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452653608_497700772746411_3978657599131094445_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_8IsyF56ovQQ7kNvgE2qnj8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBqnohLy1yVY6YcmwnwcOP8cYXZJGwXZ7IEmPAHM34Pyw&oe=66B1E400	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	LEARN_MORE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952482	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792941	1201	1175134640366998	5	6.9364993599299E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218307640400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437944534_390559873955505_6153151914500692858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dms7gVzzlB0Q7kNvgEGgCKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCCbkC0bUdi79uEZoltBZmLrfganA2J5ivMoO77VnyPXQ&oe=66B1FCEA	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437933189_955929429092848_9071489465325180536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4000bTWjzRQQ7kNvgGFv22Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAs-UbuxwpXuEcvazNNgV4MV0geGrHZFOkR8Y9PykkT_g&oe=66B20A0D	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952523	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792941	1201	3747330598858468	3	1.4923353683206E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	101792586054033	The Business Advisory	6599242318659	workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		https://workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com/opt-in-3581		1722354788	1.0179258605403E+14	The Business Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453345703_1137281920699202_3273713115368436590_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=trrBWiSHChEQ7kNvgFcT5La&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAc-HYzSmkZ90dVAkGnPPQ7M5o7rNxsRsxLpIPUve6S9Q&oe=66B1DE70	person_profile	0	The Business Advisory \| Consulting + Masterminding for CEOs	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504721_1163909254913675_5328680589826229899_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ypMzKxrSDP0Q7kNvgEciF-D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMHhMWOUYlY1PG42DA_vahT0Lqy4lvQTn5yfDMp3dJjw&oe=66B1E6B8	0	3	Service-based businesses: Scale from 7 to 8 Figures with The Live Launch Method® LIVE Series \| Starting August 19th @ 12pm EST Click the link below to learn more	The Business Advisory	6970	https://facebook.com/thebusinessadvisory	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
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1952528	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792941	1201	808572341345373	2	5.1766420746073E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211174937410016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721836726	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452677460_423639167367723_5391001924914782757_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LqRrD7jRHQIQ7kNvgG_WSHX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCJ7Cuk7UHLnZyWuIewLiEasGBWxTYFSGpa4rNsyIKNYg&oe=66B1F766	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452616175_2779182092230412_8161050603574145011_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FrxOV-Dm_JwQ7kNvgGJnkru&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAIGhm0X66GMvrRONekrsJ8vtTVz4M2OJf9nqKHWNVEhg&oe=66B20894	0	3	7 Day Instant Access Activation	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952561	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792941	1201	1207233853626134	2	2.1922670144628E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212725846750036		No button		NONE	video				{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Can I learn more about your background?"},{"title":"I'm interested. Can you tell me more?"},{"title":"Do you offer any products or services?"}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"image_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"template","payload":{"template_type":"generic","elements":[{"title":"","buttons":[]}]}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"video_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"video","payload":{"attachment_id":""}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":false,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ai_generated_icebreaker_toggle_enabled":null}	1722138086	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453090664_1673672316752938_3781833790865767488_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YQi7Hqq85_UQ7kNvgFhFfdR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAqLeHLd5apLwth06JLxkILEcfFfD9V1wDLhrmOAJyfiw&oe=66B1DC29	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453203099_1526875414668319_2882737749722870425_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fQcb2_hFTFkQ7kNvgF9dOLD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDV7n1KWPgbatU_OYJbD4w1zsk1-3u2m6bZmHeHi_v0wg&oe=66B1F057	0	3	If you keep blaming your overeating and binge eating on lack of willpower, you’ll keep doing this:<br /> <br /> Try to ‘get back on track’<br /> Screw up a few days later <br /> Feel terrible about yourself<br /> Eat more because you’re starting over tomorrow<br /> <br /> No matter how long you’ve struggled for, you can change. You just need to learn what works.<br /> <br /> Over 10,000 women have gone through this training, and you deserve to be normal around food too.<br /> <br /> 👉comment ‘workshop’ and I’ll send you a DM with my free 45 minute training to get started	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	NO_BUTTON	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952727	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792941	1201	403554152190917	1	4.9003915027183E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108624272330849	Derf003	120211383288340263	a.deerfiction.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.deerfiction.com/ad/cnVieXRhbGVzLzI1OTQ5Ny8yMDI0MDgwMTE3MzQwMS9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}		1722504969	1.0862427233085E+14	Derf003	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453630927_2192235041139431_8233740663893877107_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JfaRkNfa3pwQ7kNvgHHC0ui&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCSQ_LMt5VMVK6dI01kPxcNfLYNKWi-STnOAxq3ysEV-g&oe=66B1DC0D	person_profile	0	Derf003	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453595586_1012270587050763_4493584765308750858_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HlPco1pDpc0Q7kNvgHnFioz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCJmpk7avUvfccR6N4BO8vN12Mfs-bP8DQbA7D4QVuHDg&oe=66B20D82	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> ***<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> 4 hours earlier<br /> I woke up in a very good mood. I am finally eighteen and today is the day I find my mate. It actually depends on both sides. If they are of age, they'll find each other soon enough, seventeen is the youngest you can be when you find your mate.<br /> However, most of the time, the guy or the girl have to wait for their other half to come of age, which I think is a great idea.<br /> Yes, I'm a werewolf, specifically the current Beta's daughter and soon to be Beta's sister. The disappointment of the family. But that's okay; I'm not very inclined to make them proud or follow in their footsteps, but mostly they want Alex to do it.<br /> Don't get me wrong. I'm not abused or bullied; except for the occasional remarks, shunned from society, the usual stuff.<br /> They say I'm ugly, but I know better than to believe that. I could have been popular due to my blue eyes and gold speckles, blonde hair and hourglass figure. But I like to keep to myself. Plus my hair was naturally blonde unlike my mother's peroxide bleached hair that comes out of bottles and pricey extensions. Actually, dad and Alex both have brown hair so I don't know how I have blonde hair. For months, I even checked the roots of my hair to find some sort of discoloration to prove that even my hair was bleached. But in vain.<br /> My mom was the stereotypical cheerleader in high school while my dad was the “douche” and quarterback. Apparently they want me to be like them, and social hierarchy exists in packs as well. And my brother is following our parents footsteps, sleeping with more than half of the population, while I'm not.<br /> They revel in attention and bullying people who are lower than them, as they say. To the outside world, my family and I love each other. On the inside it’s an extreme hate relationship, something the pack is aware of except for the Alpha and Luna.<br /> If they knew the truth, my parents, Tiffany and Mark, would lose their respect and beloved Alex's position would be taken away from him. Which would obviously take his popularity down a notch. Horrifying for him. Entertaining for me.<br /> Anyways, today is also the soon-to-be Alpha's eighteenth birthday. James Rodriguez.<br /> Sometimes I wonder how someone as sweet and kind as Diana and George, produce a kid like James.<br /> In short, James is the snobby player. It’s actually really surprising how none of the girls are pregnant yet...<br /> Back to me, I dressed up with more care than usual. I wore a baby pink sundress with black gladiator sandals. I applied a bit of winged liner to make my eyes pop. I've always read stories about loving mates. Who knows how much of it is true? For all I know, it’s some made up fantasy to make mates seem like the ultimate endgame. Maybe one day, I would meet my mate and then we could run away towards the sunset............or something, I don't really care.<br /> Apparently, all mates are compatible with their other half. It’s like love at first sight and the males getting all possessive about their mates is very appealing and a turn on, or so I've heard.<br /> It's all hearsay. And I think it’s stupid. It’s like the males are all custom made robots. Why else would their behavior be so alike?<br /> And there was a paragraph about heat and shifting and marking. Maybe, my mate's gonna go all caveman on me and tear my throat out.<br /> I'm just kidding, morbid thoughts on my birthday are kind of my thing. And its wishful thinking. I don't care. He might even be an omega and I still wouldn't care. Even if he's a human, it wouldn't matter. And if he's not in this pack then..... Oh well... It's better for me. I don't want to stay in a pack where I have no respect and people treat me bad. Status had once mattered to me. But when you have parents like mine, you kind of start praying not to ever be like them.<br /> Not once did they look at me but of course, Alexander was doted on by everyone. Kids. Parents. Friends. You name it.<br /> Apparently, it's because he's a boy. And according to my mother, girls are good for getting screwed, getting hit on, obeying their men, acting flirty along, and popping out heirs.<br /> And lucky for you all, my mother happens to be exhibit A.<br /> You should all be jealous because it's not everyday that you have a live walking, talking example to show the word and tell them what a hoe your mother is.<br /> Third Person POV <br /> Nikolina walked to school as she was not allowed a car. Though Alex was the proud owner of a shiny Silver Volvo. Double standards were very common in the Reed family. She had always wanted her own car, something that was a stunning shade of bright canary yellow, but that dream was nowhere close to becoming a reality.<br /> All of a sudden, she smelt an amazing scent; peppermint and honey. Lydia purred and rolled around in happiness, barely able to contain her excitement.<br /> On searching for the source, her eyes met warm, hazel orbs. His eyes expressed lust and adoration as they raked all over her body.<br /> Realization finally hit her hard when she saw that James-freaking-Rodriguez was her mate! The next Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack. And he was Portia's long-standing boyfriend.<br /> You know what he did next? James went back to groping the head cheerleader. “Portia.... “ Oh, sorry. Rookie mistake. Portia Scott.<br /> Tears threatened to fall while her wolf Lydia whimpered, seeing her mate touch another...<br /> “Our mate is beautiful.” James's wolf, Jace said. Nikolina was more than just beautiful. Many males of the pack thought she was gorgeous but never mentioned it out loud due to the fear of facing Alex's wrath. Alex was the one to start it all: the petty insults, the hateful words and making an outcast out of her. Others had just followed his footsteps. And of course, some of the girls were shallow enough to find happiness by making Nikolina feel miserable, because they were insecure about themselves.<br /> But the main issue was, though James thought Nikolina was pretty, he would never accept her as his mate and Luna. Though she was Beta Mark's daughter and was of high status, both him and his ego considered her a nobody. He knew about the insults and he had done it as well. In his eyes, she was worthless and all everyone ever did was talk down on her and she never fought back.<br /> He couldn't have a... thing like that as his mate. Beauty just wasn't enough for him, being a ruthless woman was a requirement.<br /> “She might be beautiful but I don't want her. She's a nobody. If people know that she is my mate, I would become the laughing stock of my pack. Seriously, people walk all over her. She can never be my Luna.” That was the thought going through his mind as he sucked on Portia's neck hard enough to bruise.<br /> “Ow! You're hurting me, boo! You know Kelly has my concealer today.” Portia whined but still made no move to shove James away. She just proceeded to grind her lower body into James and trying to get as close as humanly possible without getting rid of her clothes in public.<br /> James finally pried Portia off his body and walked towards his mate. In some ways, Portia was like a bloodsucking leech or an annoying wart, never leaving without a fight.<br /> “Baby, where are you going? I need you!” Her voice was like a cat dragging its claws across a board.<br /> James just signalled her to shut up before walking towards his mate. He would do the right thing, of course, as the future Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack and give Nikolina what she deserves.<br /> He stopped in front of her and asked, “What's your name?”<br /> “Nikolina,” she stated. He soon noticed that she had no friends and no car and he felt the curious stares on his back as everyone's attention was on him.<br /> “I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ As he rejected her, Jace whimpered and cowered. And James felt bad but he knew this was the right thing to do for himself and the pack. From his perspective, Nikolina was someone who brought out the worst in people and Portia was way more deserving to be his mate and Luna, considering that she was fearless and wasn't afraid to fight dirty for her rights.<br /> James was an egoistic douche bag who mistook petty behavior for fearless but he was blinded by the greed for power and popularity.<br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. She would have collapsed if not for the anger that surged through her. She was furious. At James. The Moon Goddess. Not realizing how painful rejection was. Her fate. It was a never ending list.<br /> It felt like she was being drowned in liquid bleach, her lungs burned and she saw red. Anger took over the pain she was feeling and she didn't want to give him the satisfaction of knowing how hurt she was.<br /> Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> “I, Nikolina Reed, accept your rejection as my mate and Alpha. I sincerely hope you get the clap!”<br /> With that, she turned on her heel and left the school premises.<br /> “Who needs a mate? Especially someone like James. People like him need girls like Portia by their sides, who cater to their whims and needs and whatever freaky carnal desire they might have.” Nikolina thought darkly. She wasn't going to give in to her pain and this rejection was the final push that encouraged her to chase after her freedom and break bonds with the family who had clipped off her wings.<br /> James felt a tiny bit of hurt realizing that she didn't even think twice before accepting the rejection and all he could wonder was how did she not burst into tears or grovel at his feet to take her back. Jace did not talk. He just whimpered, feeling the loss of his mate. Before James could think of it anymore, Portia dragged him to an empty classroom to distract her beloved Jamie boo. It seemed as if James wasn't the least bit affected by the incident with Nikolina, because his actions didn't falter as he hitched Portia's skirt up and ripped her panties, drilling her like an animal and releasing himself on her clothes and face as he left her alone to clean up.<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> “Well, he can go drill his toy as much as he wants.” I thought darkly while making my way towards home. All Lydia did was whimper. The moment I saw James, I knew something like this was bound to happen. You don't have any expectations when someone like him is supposed to be your destined mate. He was born with a big ego and he can just stuff it up his.<br /> “Maybe he regrets hurting us, you know.” Lydia whimpered.<br /> Before I could reply, searing hot pain flooded my senses. I felt myself fall on the pavement and the pain started to become more intense. It is obvious, isn't it? He's already drilling someone just minutes after rejecting me. It felt like my body was set on fire and the blistering flames charred my skin.<br /> I slowly got up and almost keeled over as my vision turned white. Dizziness washed over me. I had to clench my fists and dig my fingers hard enough to draw blood. Getting away from him and this stupid pack is my best bet. He was doing it intentionally considering the fact he knows that we're both connected unless one of us dies or gets marked by another. Walking never felt so strenuous and with every step I had to force myself to not curl up on the pavement and cry. I know I deserve someone better but I did want to cry my pain away.<br /> After what seemed like hours, the pain slowly ebbed away. Painful times ahead. The only problem is that the mate bond doesn't break even after being rejected. Only if the rejected is marked by the first mate or by another, or if one of the mates die, will the bond break.<br /> I entered my house and went to my room to pack my bags. You know, in every werewolf story the rejected mate writes letters before leaving. There's no logic to it. I mean, don't you get it? No one cares if you leave. No one cares if you die. No one cares if you slit your throat or get molested or murdered. That's the harsh truth. Why should I open my feelings on a letter make them feel pity? I can just run away and live my best life, away from them. It's not like they will send out search teams for you.<br /> I don't want pity. I can do better than that. I picked up my red lipstick and wrote in capitals before leaving. I know I'm dramatic but it serves them right. They'll remember this for years to come: women can walk away without feeling a twinge of guilt or regret.<br /> Showing vulnerability would only make me seem weak and I've let people walk over me way too many times.<br /> My mom was probably busy getting her hair done or something. That's the only thing she ever does. Or her nails. Or maybe she was out shopping with snobby people like herself. It's obvious that birds of a feather flock together. The only thing I ever liked about her is that she cooked for us, sometimes. Mom made a mean lasagna.<br /> Dad was probably with Alpha George. That's usually where he is. But then again, he also has this terrible habit of getting drunk during daylight hours. And once he even groped some other girl in front of the whole pack. Mom turned an ugly shade of red as she kicked him in the crotch. Those were the good days. It was fun when he laid on the couch with a bag of frozen peas on his groin and mom was nowhere around.<br /> Leaving was better for me anyway. Nothing was tying me down to this place. No friends. No proper family. I would be doing myself and them a favor.<br /> I took my dad's sleek black Porsche for my escapade. I might as well leave loaded and in style, besides it's high time I had a car.<br /> Just as I reached the pack border, I said, “I, Nikolina Reed, break all ties with the Solaris Eclipse Pack.” The patrol guards looked at me, but its not like they would stop me.<br /> The pack links broke and with that I revved up the engine and sped through the borders, driving towards my new life. A better life. It was a blessing that this pack did not care enough to stop me.<br /> <br /> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><br /> Keep the story going! Download our app and listen to the rest of the audiobook ID:99168.	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I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." I murmured.<br /> After I had settled down comfortably on the bike, I remembered that Kelly wanted to show me pictures of her dad but it was already too late. If I knew her dad was my ex-husband, I should have seen those photos. Instead of leaving feeling like it's too late.	Cra0005	42	https://facebook.com/61552221517359	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952789	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792941	1201	1031933118441137	1	9.0078247521917E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210292991270691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415743	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453391181_850503793671331_5772093852603704119_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6fqEzPlZqPEQ7kNvgEJQoAM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa2n6QdnO8XDR7cFx4CkFYHGrUmHQFw6y5FZQrn0lxnA&oe=66B2064F	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453433720_1176872860252950_5301490031255867498_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kqHgu3GFnKwQ7kNvgEFWkVo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAEXZvJ3OyK56jnxyR9LPMOBNEbBfph8zaCsJyIhH4_PA&oe=66B1E973	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952783	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792941	1201	1009677300613417	1	1.6946905412748E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	119365237801765	Lett010	120210841056290601	a.whastory.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.whastory.com/ad/d2hhdHN0b3J5LzI1OTUyOS8yMDI0MDgwMTE3MzQ1Ni9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505143	1.1936523780176E+14	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453490182_870234114968198_5645996793371570408_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6EjOcg2nJewQ7kNvgGuNg4T&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDewW8P7pf0uZOhA_qmovq_xhdZbyUQEj1A65GEjIJvLQ&oe=66B206DF	person_profile	0	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453883827_1445445519495215_681474511136449595_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nJyeUcmfoWoQ7kNvgGafuiD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAA3ocze_v3XWo5Ta_pzTTX2_vH_dS04q7oF5f_jzj6ig&oe=66B20421	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Lett010	151	https://facebook.com/100092431237661	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Lett010	151	https://facebook.com/100092431237661	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." I murmured.<br /> After I had settled down comfortably on the bike, I remembered that Kelly wanted to show me pictures of her dad but it was already too late. If I knew her dad was my ex-husband, I should have seen those photos. Instead of leaving feeling like it's too late.	Cra0005	42	https://facebook.com/61552221517359	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952615	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792941	1201	1505344393398334	1	1.7193020019404E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210691058270671	fb.me	Get Offer		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		http://fb.me/		1722458693	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453221762_3859851371007948_5009340848207547913_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TuSmh35Wn2QQ7kNvgFLA3kt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDT4hXHKa7zbbvkoDEt8y64RQhWx_JyYtAljgxbLelJWw&oe=66B1FF64	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453621105_1274851847254067_6933256223571442822_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QAe9PaC-MRIQ7kNvgEViWpI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDE0GZN6lgmvKzZq9S-3Yol0_AP_67kwkHXD0DO0pWB_Q&oe=66B1FCE4	0	3	🌟 Discover the Transformative Health Benefits of Deep Tissue Lymphatic Massage! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what a deep tissue lymphatic massage can do for your overall well-being? 🌿✨ Let us enlighten you with the incredible benefits you can experience: ✅ Improved Circulation: Our specialized massage techniques stimulate blood flow, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to your tissues. Feel revitalized and full of energy! ✅ Detoxification: Help your body eliminate toxins more effectively. Our massage supports your lymphatic system, promoting natural detoxification and a cleaner, healthier you. ✅ Reduced Swelling and Inflammation: Struggling with swelling or inflammation? Our deep tissue lymphatic massage targets these issues, providing relief and improving mobility. ✅ Enhanced Relaxation and Stress Relief: In our fast-paced world, stress can take a toll on your health. Our massage therapy not only relaxes your muscles but also calms your mind, offering a peaceful escape from daily stressors. Don’t miss out on the rejuvenating power of deep tissue lymphatic massage. Treat yourself to a session and feel the profound difference it can make in your life! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️ 📞 Call us at 203-496-5652 or visit our website to schedule your appointment and embark on a journey to better health and wellness. Mention Code: 10Recover for 10% off. Expires 07/31/24 #MassageTherapy #HealthBenefits #Wellness #SelfCare #Relaxation #Detox #StressRelief	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	GET_OFFER	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952620	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792941	1201	1540123733279286	1	5.0844965165651E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181985670122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_retiree		1720511776	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098963_444178965086205_4438121764905558542_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f8oMCMt8ibUQ7kNvgEhlAnu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWH4VEyYVy61ru8zmY4GZpIK3WSlmiN7fPifNjKL8tKQ&oe=66B1E88E	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450191394_1515685322382448_7629082092752436815_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NUT5So3oY-0Q7kNvgHAb5gH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCsS6v8H8RLTEr8uKVJk2_O7-qrKvbSdZjLmoEtlJD2HA&oe=66B1F695	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952640	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	337477709434381	2	1.8556143149489E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209564538200122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Substitute Jobs in Baltimore County		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_jeffrey_stark_3		1722332550	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453589171_3854646534754777_960076720669494467_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jiJe4Ss7xNUQ7kNvgHe-iSi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAnH3xjtWlI4kKkrH7cnFNB1GI2gmRGS4CavI8zIjz_WA&oe=66B201BB	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453377646_1868523143572710_6074430096529874444_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GJturAur1WcQ7kNvgG1cYkY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAecfkMdEaze81Ffhs_mvrUgRay71jcevS8MsRHz20cmw&oe=66B20D8A	0	3	For Jeffery, teaching is all about the connection with kids. Substitute teaching keeps him connected beyond retirement.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952641	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	1654353421985897	2	5.1846152061343E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209562699760122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	A new working life with renewed purpose.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_nealie_diggs_1		1722329185	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453312599_344901095221116_7002365285515519765_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XAkJ-wNosucQ7kNvgHIMf0g&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBFdLv5NLjLCjtUBWfKj6i7Mb7wIzlXmVPjJ0iuumnrKQ&oe=66B1E21D	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453177138_1212941423060110_7292148502346503641_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_-8PMMfLk3oQ7kNvgGAnrq0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBSZaPBDQTWFoTLtGDhRLaqpg04CKliqk4TPweopKB7Yw&oe=66B1FB8C	0	3	Retired business owner, Nealie, was looking for something to do. In a few short weeks she was teaching third grade as a substitute teacher.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952644	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	932024072016615	1	4.6471779276325E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653851817128	fb.me	Get quote		NONE	image	Get Your Quote In Mins	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	http://fb.me/		1721952853	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452935248_437357959277549_6274895119780224741_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1rijaqvcjGgQ7kNvgHFOE-V&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAfmGlVFbUKmKegUOdKF8SJR6uAszyX2bjCEocvbw80Kw&oe=66B1EB1C	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452715587_850704810491274_6051493604368641934_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sCQFf2CjHqQQ7kNvgFts8OZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBd4UP_OOrOoOvCU9jiriFHWpvDpLV9Uju4YQN1gx8OHQ&oe=66B202BF	0	3	Upgrade Your Windows for Less! Get Affordable, Energy-Efficient Replacement Now.<br /> <br /> New Windows = Lower Bills & Comfort in Your Home	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952645	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	384642627586750	1	2.9866014330252E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120209531627220647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited!	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ		1718899354	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448750140_485765164027905_8294679155674209662_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_9Ql4EOYh0sQ7kNvgGGFwVc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAfiGXbDssI0UZvCOwN_YeVdJ00M7mK5FwCJCHAvmy1lA&oe=66B1F402	person_profile	0			0	3	Chase comes around the corner with only a white towel around his hips and he’s finally gotten a haircut. <br /> <br /> His black tribal tattoos stand out against his tanned shoulder. The smaller tattoo that barely shows above the white towel makes me want to trace the tattoo down to where it curls around his hip. <br /> <br /> Oh, Lordy. How can this handsome man be my husband? It feels suddenly very warm in the room. <br /> <br /> “Val, what did you think of your first day?”<br /> <br /> “I… I know I’m going to regret admitting this, but… I liked it.”<br /> <br /> “I knew it. I knew you’d like learning how to ride a motorcycle.”<br /> <br /> He picks me up and swirls me around the room. <br /> <br /> By the time he puts me down, I’m laughing and his towel is slipping. <br /> <br /> My eyes automatically go to the falling towel. I see his defined abs, his muscles stand out in hard relief. He has those lines on either side of his hips that make me want to swoon. <br /> <br /> The towel is now on the floor. And he’s um… I know I should pull my eyes away but…<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D36SMJP&h=AT1SwOAqZv44vaPReFqVjw7898DOPZsui2L89bYYP_6kobJqVXfB8itIm4O4pCbpBHc66WNz1w0nGrKLHmctCUvQ5yd_wMjsgyTQll6MI2Fu-KkCtt2Jlk8XwTqXb5PU-3OeZPEtDpoGsw" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJP</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952651	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	855218972804744	1	2.3798971522208E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146010122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_retiree		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450200712_996790875188382_558222183956884780_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bKSNfY_j37EQ7kNvgEGdjRn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4ytxye3pzYAT9gDKwX6goXT_Ub16d_GZ7FIJ1dShJ8A&oe=66B1F7BA	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098976_1000999971657090_8791018135861628248_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kl4rgRczbBwQ7kNvgHiwGtV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBVvH4xH3qmDWi-LloM6e385-Be0ewPprkqhJ8vGkzq_g&oe=66B1F47E	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools!	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952652	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	855218972804744	1	2.3798971522208E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146010122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_retiree		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450200712_996790875188382_558222183956884780_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bKSNfY_j37EQ7kNvgEGdjRn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4ytxye3pzYAT9gDKwX6goXT_Ub16d_GZ7FIJ1dShJ8A&oe=66B1F7BA	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098976_1000999971657090_8791018135861628248_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kl4rgRczbBwQ7kNvgHiwGtV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBVvH4xH3qmDWi-LloM6e385-Be0ewPprkqhJ8vGkzq_g&oe=66B1F47E	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools!	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952653	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792941	1201	855218972804744	1	2.3798971522208E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146010122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_retiree		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450200712_996790875188382_558222183956884780_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bKSNfY_j37EQ7kNvgEGdjRn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4ytxye3pzYAT9gDKwX6goXT_Ub16d_GZ7FIJ1dShJ8A&oe=66B1F7BA	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098976_1000999971657090_8791018135861628248_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kl4rgRczbBwQ7kNvgHiwGtV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBVvH4xH3qmDWi-LloM6e385-Be0ewPprkqhJ8vGkzq_g&oe=66B1F47E	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools!	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952994	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792941	1201	317401521367269	1	1.5931341382773E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	163458637537591	Sportz Bonanza	120210986515420103	tworeddots.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Woman Sold Ring from Ex, Jeweler's Reaction Left Her Stunned	Following a painful breakup, Melissa made the difficult decision to move on by selling the beautiful ring her ex had given her. With a mix of emotions, she entered a prestigious jewelry store, intending to sell the ring and possibly make some money. The jeweler inspected the ring closely and was ast...	https://tworeddots.com/sells-ring-gifted-by-ex-eb/		1722510675	1.6345863753759E+14	Sportz Bonanza	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453533725_1164360144831153_8703017251552901199_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rd9LNcnugbEQ7kNvgGARbOS&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD_sX-z0RuaRiuKCX_uGFRZU1_P0vjCHk3AFfYTjbd8zw&oe=66B2122F	person_profile	0	Sportz Bonanza	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407988_1193944948413847_3190604675092337066_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rl3pM6dYKZAQ7kNvgHziYsN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBA4PeG-FO6devPONjWdEuM5kx8bgiCeh5W1rZ2OJp3AA&oe=66B1F01A	0	3	That jeweler's face says it all! 😱	Sportz Bonanza	33501	https://facebook.com/100079776066180	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952863	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792941	1201	1363099267906620	1	1.2192886427612E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375570445	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221232	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/429568150_1325788598105639_9194584959439082834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ofhNjxHDdO0Q7kNvgFA6rsx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC_YSVrcwZwXVHicmezj-_MY-6StktzEPUsc6oTudoF3g&oe=66B2096C	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428691727_2145732285763737_689643861223752916_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DOae5UWfxbUQ7kNvgGTjeef&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBLlRDMWN0NKlm49eEbkeWqpbndV1OEg8615Qw89uUMrA&oe=66B1FCC7	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952762	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792941	1201	837240951702870	1	8.5274184636574E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210292992740691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415775	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453534099_1041289937594552_9124519480755661561_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TxOTfHmbGYcQ7kNvgEWz5oW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCIDbY4CgTm0EkhO0vlpvPaZuai5buDgc11Yh8nkcSE-Q&oe=66B1F269	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453511434_459919893507259_8222584196269634392_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tSd6AnDKId4Q7kNvgEYhnbJ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCdM3gMIN0NbEbI7QrHz9eKRt-w_lXaS846r3qEeFMpTw&oe=66B1D9C2	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952706	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792941	1201	1264388654444623	1	6.9413344621465E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	0	1	1	737681919943073	Kelly Alexander	6580571110729		Contact us		NONE	image	4 Beds 2 Baths House		https://facebook.com/marketplace/item/875850864585492/		1722546831	7.3768191994307E+14	Kelly Alexander		regular_page	1	Kelly Alexander		0	3	4 Beds 2 Baths House - $12,000.00<br /> <br /> 📲📲4 0 9 - 2 0 4 - 6 2 2 9<br /> <br /> 🏡1450 W Highlands Dr.<br /> Beaumont, TX 77705<br /> 4 beds, 2 baths, 1,850 sq ft. <br /> <br /> Lot: 10,200 SF .22 Acres<br /> <br /> Option 1: <br /> $12,000 Down enganche<br /> $162,900 Price Precio<br /> $1318 / mes monthly<br /> <br /> Option 2: <br /> $14,500 Down/Enganche<br /> $160,900 Price/Precio<br /> $1,279 per month/ X mes<br /> <br /> Option 3:<br /> $25,000 Down/Enganche<br /> $158,900 Price/Precio<br /> $1,170 per month/ X mes<br /> <br /> 9.95% rate. Taza de interes. Se puede pagar entre 1-30 anos. Usted elige. <br /> Costos de cierre son entre $2,000 - $3,000 mas aseguranza.<br /> <br /> No prepayment penalties. Pay 1-30 years. You choose duration/term. <br /> Closing costs are $2,000-$3,000 plus insurance.<br /> Facebook Marketplace	Kelly Alexander	0	/marketplace/?seller_profile=7920261	CONTACT_US	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952930	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792941	1201	1655065908586112	1	3.3599603043085E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	113120958543863	Sydney Brandon Kelly	120210018071990785	tcarlet.com	Shop now		NONE	video	Portable Continuous Flow Oxygen Concentrator - Boost Oxygen Concentration And Purify Air With Negative Ions	4.9/5 Rating 99K+ Happy Customers 💞	https://tcarlet.com/products/portable-continuous-flow-oxygen-concentrator?utm_campaign=%7B%7Bcampaign.id%7D%7D&utm_adset=%7B%7Badset.id%7D%7D&utm_ad=%7B%7Bad.id%7D%7D		1722518027	1.1312095854386E+14	Sydney Brandon Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654478_370379222756229_149227210494224982_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NsyCP7jaW9UQ7kNvgH-ULJO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDGjvWVslEKq_7Z-kdz-AzLAR5VRqkAPCNwEc9agJXOkw&oe=66B1DA0B	person_profile	0	Sydney Brandon Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453975751_883258677158338_682412125288277030_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-TKimyse-aQQ7kNvgHfDGmu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBUpWztWWOhKqzm_N1NkPsTkajBkYfwN4EZEOLjXPc6qQ&oe=66B1FD30	0	3	Whether for high-altitude travel or daily use, the portable oxygen concentrator provides pure oxygen to enhance your quality of life. Easy to operate and carry, breathe effortlessly in any environment.<br /> 🌍 Worldwide shipping is here! Order now! 👇👇	Sydney Brandon Kelly	0	https://facebook.com/61550221768327	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952200	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557523	1754792941	1201	550691690615489	1	1.1618931984713E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	156840528219894	Kelly Ethan	6596454010447	amazon.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	“Such fun surprises await in this book!”	"A refreshing and funny read..."	https://www.amazon.com/Killer-Knight-Murderous-Chairleg-Book-Paranormal-ebook/dp/B083JRTP34?maas=maas_adg_91306A5F3D88D18993FB251AB86B45E9_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas		1722467906	1.5684052821989E+14	Kelly Ethan	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654505_412352768504807_5622294865251158752_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nR-JTvG5sjgQ7kNvgGQnjSu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD1q1JAHQYeS37uV-ipDC3FSZ5mYiA5UgKfSqkJxrUAFg&oe=66B1FD86	person_profile	0	Kelly Ethan	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453849904_407473345125837_3348034559753635197_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1cV2lIclzWEQ7kNvgHEx8Z8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA3ILoVlNNP2HGg454y9VAMUsnFyQwQ0deXwh7euZvSTQ&oe=66B1F6FF	0	3	A killer knight. A snarky, talking cat. And a dead body…let the mayhem begin. Join Xandie Meyers as she dips her librarian toes into the sometimes hilarious and always chaotic magical world of Point Muse. Inheriting a sentient library from a mysterious great-aunt could be the plot of a magical, mystery novel. Except Xandie’s living it…at least she’s trying to. But a shadowy killer has other plans for Xandie and her inheritance. Between her chaos-causing, long-lost witch family, furry law enforcement, and a dead body or two she has barely any time to learn how to navigate her new magical reality. Rally behind Xandie as she has no choice but to swing into Sherlock librarian mode, solve the murders, save the day and the cat…otherwise she might just end up as a midnight snack. Enjoy a sassy, humorous read that will make you want to explore a whole new world of cozy, paranormal mystery! Read Kelly Ethan’s The Killer Knight and the Murderous Chairleg. 🥰 This one may keep you up all night: Ebook: https://amzn.to/4anQI8Y Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0645102539	Kelly Ethan	275	https://facebook.com/KellyEthanWriter	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952755	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792941	1201	520178940478500	1	5.0465346211927E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534381880061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415835	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453595395_899271865361644_8806848836795144062_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qv52QkhDK4MQ7kNvgE5PqRT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYABV0mBhrtAzhOnZ57Ukn8bDHBaAGTTUYK2lpdpP1Xzfw&oe=66B20CBA	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453655436_407120288498620_2604952140023433495_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0r8XfOJ9rMUQ7kNvgGCKk2d&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1ioK7U61UP6qVzfV9o6j0LJi6Yv54pH5suWbyzy4luA&oe=66B1F29C	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952834	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792941	1201	8350883394946393	1	7.9034015664157E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	102579799309506	Webfic-love	120212808223850036	enjoyae.com	Learn more		NONE	video	What happens next👉Click Here to read on👉		https://enjoyae.com/wf_land_page/20942.html?language=en&timestamp=1722494646573&channelCode=WIENF1000282&bid=21000205660&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&ad_group_name={{adset.name}}&ad_group_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1722499580	1.0257979930951E+14	Webfic-love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453408852_1137729380854214_7557601191858655195_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PQCTtiApfzQQ7kNvgHenWeH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB8Gdo9eHSqaNQN66hrzLbRZvl87HHnRLKFWptep9xCOA&oe=66B1E69F	person_profile	0	Webfic-love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453403173_1039479411102634_5465084128091891365_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oc-tBl6qYYMQ7kNvgHIIkev&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9PQeT2Yg_2QJqB0ATi5KOGj1XDSAfkezz61YTQY8AaQ&oe=66B2050B	0	3	Chapter 1<br /> The man's kisses rained down on Tiffany Lloyd's body. <br /> <br /> Time passed until, finally, the storm subsided. Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952795	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792941	1201	1163990931549620	1	1.0411527906846E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210292998170691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415759	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453530753_848065720245130_7776063009185609167_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=t529J6xh0EsQ7kNvgGVnf4r&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD6X4sQYuYnScQ45_-FxCXl9U_b7bbH9E93SdKE3OCfdg&oe=66B207EF	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453511125_2047949378994954_6846729884411117913_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nq-VwA3LKfgQ7kNvgF1Vwcd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBRIjO_3GRboIN0_LxFz3vA3Y1ZM0z5W7FCYHxzcDsLzg&oe=66B1E738	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952725	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792942	1201	378012615310397	1	5.1345063124292E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293043150691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415783	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453506646_693201129638188_5851485967411712766_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wrqrcm0ymnwQ7kNvgFi5ppJ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDjGXliu61yPnzERj7lUjHwXSH4DvlptcUjdqi8__i3vA&oe=66B20BB2	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251034_832554515500508_1897380856753578761_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=G2NVadQFd_MQ7kNvgFZLdKc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnBTpN9atbzHDlwTgM29CiSoCfD6smw4p7mdrxr1u4hg&oe=66B1E0F3	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. 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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. 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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952219	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	516754870822726			1721804400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210822050000606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58775	NONE	dpa	Kelly Obi New York	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/reto-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186668925226		1721725592	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452356174_809959317953070_5130825622840467989_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sTPLiDseYn0Q7kNvgHSEfpw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDStSiwxGdwZHWqdHud0W5mYXTkdDcq8ll6hxrJnAhE9Q&oe=66B1E8BC	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452413472_792800793008970_5494976997065438326_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RFs3BwUcOigQ7kNvgFtqTjw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA0E0SfRWRIpRNBZ9hy2DmsaHOnmPjsLgwvCTvZr6EE6w&oe=66B1ECC1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
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1952236	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952240	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	316769888091688	9	3.1316296512552E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951653490606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1722326479	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453309125_488111107284520_8923626030472285774_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rn3UuLYNnV8Q7kNvgFblp6D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-0L4gjUnhyyPmEKJ28SUlMnyVTxpn0HtzEgyvBzncTA&oe=66B1E981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453613496_2206008969779134_3081561251743206305_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Hcx2hC1tG1IQ7kNvgGpQ9Nl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAUc3DZ52GtJfiJD2_lLJOq3HwmVzS6cW3rExwj8Go6Tw&oe=66B20187	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952246	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	350587731426960	1	1.0585677589345E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210843597020606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/giraffe-print-pleated-set		1721812593	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452875727_785459693772763_1825301261735592480_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xgO9c8HQ-REQ7kNvgF9Whaa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCt2KEavpBo-UnGrIVfVzPW6kS409ZJ5tm1eMK7btuBzQ&oe=66B2012F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452751743_452532180882830_2279101330375077729_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5C7V34iCFUMQ7kNvgFbfRVA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCuTieI1VUxcPDlEOUT5ngY3RaiqyPYZJRfRW5rtoV-dQ&oe=66B20958	0	3	What a stunning print😍 @angodiva wore this so well. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapToShop#ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952250	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1047702636949484	2	8.0028778331405E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988487130606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456015	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407683_1054365259359217_1339016608450594844_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TCgBomOLKa4Q7kNvgE8asb1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAiljGcjqTTD6EMzBu7svnwzJJ-mTqGE4aZMrIE1DmH3g&oe=66B20E61	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453489636_2241769412838692_7039658356725816220_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TzfusQfzK4MQ7kNvgHFNXVW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYALtVEajYafglGakL5YOCjV0r-nzN_M17Fck1xKpacy0w&oe=66B1F70C	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952254	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952265	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952267	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952275	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952280	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952285	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952290	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	799759628810778	9	1.2097160900633E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210869237610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1721897138	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452946060_455612817316927_3494358244437925902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jQP2EZUggGwQ7kNvgEv47gN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC6yGyXWK14hdSW1_D_gFktlcEVcSKag12zlb3Tvfy2Eg&oe=66B205D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452930638_1030413778790901_4319975891845240059_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=doO2X5e1Gj8Q7kNvgHcCBWI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrasxZ7-aG8IRfaPVwcu-wtQ7gy57GLr-3Q_CdBcf_bQ&oe=66B1F70C	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952293	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952296	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952300	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952306	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1013225719971500	3	1.6017101406268E+15	1722236400	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218341400400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157596	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/435674379_1405613807502844_550945838494028954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d6RzjXbfNR4Q7kNvgEPTFg8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDo8o8GQooxEWJ8_gOP7boHrVzhW1OEZAePebG4EkHG4w&oe=66B1E4F2	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436454801_1106479870603096_2934596281896102096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo8bcGwBeZUQ7kNvgGa40T9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBmZm7bITxY9dJvplzseW1W3uOAK4oTEIXtnQt5IK6mfw&oe=66B1D943	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952308	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1013225719971500	3	1.6017101406268E+15	1722236400	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218341400400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157596	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/435674379_1405613807502844_550945838494028954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d6RzjXbfNR4Q7kNvgEPTFg8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDo8o8GQooxEWJ8_gOP7boHrVzhW1OEZAePebG4EkHG4w&oe=66B1E4F2	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436454801_1106479870603096_2934596281896102096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo8bcGwBeZUQ7kNvgGa40T9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBmZm7bITxY9dJvplzseW1W3uOAK4oTEIXtnQt5IK6mfw&oe=66B1D943	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952318	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	854511586146595	7	8.3539702855123E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210999754180606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Made in Nigeria	https://kellyobi.com/collections/dua_menka		1722501552	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453591367_2132637744226586_4452354717785573444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=02ZnT-WM8W8Q7kNvgFhv2_d&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCIXWjuznGdOvI6CDD_Auxsw25z5LULuGcB4JIQdwtiUg&oe=66B1EDBC	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508917_1152480289190313_5951737253925789726_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zxLMLttqbE0Q7kNvgEwy6Ir&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCPkJUxmk80KU66egOLqNlDOzYaL021Hk_KvrqPGkk7Yg&oe=66B1EDCF	0	3	Name a more iconic trio ♥️ Shop New Drops from @dua.menka Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 Free worldwide shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952322	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952344	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1468316794053628	1	1.6205376184907E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	311373405398255	Kelly Boydell	120214306967640397	fb.me	Learn More		NONE	dco	📍 Your West Coast Medicare Guide - Free & Easy Help	It’s time to end the Medicare confusion.	http://fb.me/		1722365273	3.1137340539826E+14	Kelly Boydell	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453405960_376581658788825_8669053046358382001_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EUebKvPNKLoQ7kNvgEJtOzl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAqWPxlJA0mrT0poWzt_EPfWt4H1U-i1xnCbolSvKcF0g&oe=66B204AE	person_profile	0	Kelly Boydell	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453312810_1044152470561555_469354553745331314_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fYS8tPwJMG8Q7kNvgFQQ3cI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBWQQKkzWHSs8i8hfRyvyoIwiYju71AqmH0nROD1Qv_kA&oe=66B1E126	0	3	🎂 Turning 65 soon? Don't miss your Medicare signup window! Clear up the confusion and get local guidance, for free. ➡️ Tap/click to learn more, or call (707) 509-9593	Kelly Boydell	3	https://facebook.com/kellyboydellinsurance	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952349	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952354	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952366	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3743777799193836	1	1.1931415154393E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988462170606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722456056	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453417800_852245976785908_5253214832985087566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VYxnp1GwQ_sQ7kNvgGaXXfW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBugdpCyBBnaPmhVvan8KVZI7eOnsvc6RReLcFcj1tIWQ&oe=66B1E947	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183900_480173641621276_6931126201914564420_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WLPoVHoeFkwQ7kNvgGbAn88&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYClc_m7xr3_oiIXpeYw-aQz8ygT3ue67Nton0tSnbZhHQ&oe=66B20CE1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952376	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952382	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952385	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	803732861944279	2	8.4062571789558E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262929690491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile		NONE	video			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768790	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452435201_1940976859674468_8947247527912634047_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-5eF8leZgkcQ7kNvgF2YjZX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA4kzONClsvHcSSzOPnuJ6FoQpGQ5oCJEypfwCxZzxDaQ&oe=66B1FB9C	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452324345_1039882150811425_5719817000006106336_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=seNAf_K_lpkQ7kNvgHYioWm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAIAWOg7T-tr8YqcpZiTmy2uyE_ovKGoCrJLg0ExlnNhA&oe=66B1DB7C	0	3	Your perfect gown awaits. Shop the Kelly Faetanini Reign collection and explore a vast array of fully customizable gowns to express your unique style. Thoughtfully designed and expertly crafted ~ to be distinctively you.	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952388	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	8032345913491160	10	6.8519081035836E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120205934701260400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1707014827	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425023331_410829724748017_4069636158174884795_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZGTqNum0Em4Q7kNvgFXmfic&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3voYcRAAVpLrh5DqrSMlXtbxWpX5MVYqbeFCI3D_Ttg&oe=66B1F2AB	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425010500_685885930380000_1509526327982729068_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QgXKzCxHpSEQ7kNvgFczwkt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBLP0NoXzC8xTntalBIydNqOMKlMHLA641cUeSVSaJCBg&oe=66B1FC55	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952395	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	800647832279118	4	3.4067791262817E+15	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218315480400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157590	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436210654_1068572520911460_1751330896465351906_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6xslpsUaUoQ7kNvgFXkbkr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmZ7rNHCftFsARrKR4wNBxZ2iLa2mBz2oug7O8wJIwtQ&oe=66B20120	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436202696_7346458345450984_2453045930591871235_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bD70xhAPVr4Q7kNvgHoDYV2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDt7904DhGHIP87Jb1B0HonEe8NJtryWwUQxinGODebXA&oe=66B1E26C	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952396	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	412321988505482	5	4.8118606438305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210150218100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Up to 60% Shop final sale	Free shipping	https://kellyobi.com/products/abstract-color-burst-pleated-dress		1718800484	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448762192_1920352975090601_3321379150614588415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=djTL9qJFjCUQ7kNvgHAJtQd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa3T91usxw6AHVyFtdqfI42oOrvhA5abV3M4jjtD887Q&oe=66B1D978	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448760794_1850131252135187_7113615075421371938_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8_3OzChB5fgQ7kNvgGNfUJ-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDVYXjBYfxCDGOqxKiLXlS7fRZDef8e977wGLyL-dppjw&oe=66B1DF36	0	3	Our sis @jariatudanita is fabulous in the Abstract Color Burst Dress. Shop this vibe at Kelly Obi Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952399	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	412321988505482	5	4.8118606438305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210150218100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Up to 60% Shop final sale	Free shipping	https://kellyobi.com/products/abstract-color-burst-pleated-dress		1718800484	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448762192_1920352975090601_3321379150614588415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=djTL9qJFjCUQ7kNvgHAJtQd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa3T91usxw6AHVyFtdqfI42oOrvhA5abV3M4jjtD887Q&oe=66B1D978	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448760794_1850131252135187_7113615075421371938_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8_3OzChB5fgQ7kNvgGNfUJ-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDVYXjBYfxCDGOqxKiLXlS7fRZDef8e977wGLyL-dppjw&oe=66B1DF36	0	3	Our sis @jariatudanita is fabulous in the Abstract Color Burst Dress. Shop this vibe at Kelly Obi Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952409	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	481235321195918	1	3.7643521604865E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951520100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326272	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453408782_356488584162471_2277722528322192987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wb6-T5FkbGQQ7kNvgE2icUp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAJZeDJ61C11W9KzGpwW9LCPSbPsMcDn-nNHA1gtcAF5g&oe=66B1FB0F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453380655_1216184512709687_8035586745598552340_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La4RlAh3H2UQ7kNvgHddulY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAqeKKfYk_2frj53QIFN9sqrAaZVeJBZua7erbB8O6PXg&oe=66B1D992	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952412	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	2189982271401371	7	4.5032659456663E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952368420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722328349	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453532771_859285055612345_6999045704341681090_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OgWm63q3U28Q7kNvgEpynKK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB5O8PpCxhB5H3nLx-cExD5wrpuTaIC8WOv_R2rrearxA&oe=66B202D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453414854_1533540297250854_8768308800606747382_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=meUnvH4hI_oQ7kNvgGSYXjW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdJqEI6caSInWK-66Nwl_t_4xbZHIUZqpSdm5VvasPKw&oe=66B1F7ED	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952414	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	2189982271401371	7	4.5032659456663E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952368420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722328349	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453532771_859285055612345_6999045704341681090_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OgWm63q3U28Q7kNvgEpynKK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB5O8PpCxhB5H3nLx-cExD5wrpuTaIC8WOv_R2rrearxA&oe=66B202D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453414854_1533540297250854_8768308800606747382_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=meUnvH4hI_oQ7kNvgGSYXjW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdJqEI6caSInWK-66Nwl_t_4xbZHIUZqpSdm5VvasPKw&oe=66B1F7ED	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952421	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	938135544786238	1	8.5225497681352E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952322580606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722328334	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453204808_514930470984463_6277127115970586921_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YE8mYGTSduUQ7kNvgEYJP1u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA2zKMr6-fsMHHh9TU59fK3lIJWh4HXcenb__npONpOgQ&oe=66B1F713	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251377_489396863683377_353320945218974026_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VRv_k1kTG50Q7kNvgETKVDL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAboER-1hIjoaTHZs8_kdORQiCs4u98SIJeNWJ-loo5Sg&oe=66B1FC81	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952423	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	6217298191727383	1	9.9143181273404E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951947260606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722327545	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453402025_433165073055312_347524411602486349_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nwxu6kZOdyEQ7kNvgFAPoa0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAn9rOSXK6rAeyolIyhl2NJiBr6VwEdKXXb0HMff7sHpA&oe=66B1F3BD	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453307840_760362086295274_2540640045414749623_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZgDCMXU00nkQ7kNvgGZxZ6h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDYw8Ng1I9jCsn4tXQTQnFBMIc3afiqWj2uaWRpFv9faA&oe=66B20D12	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952430	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952432	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952437	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952442	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952463	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	410692338057977	1	3.6978152587182E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100746660078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	❌ No Drugs ❌ No Surgery ❌ No Pain		https://calldrkelly.com/knee-pain-specialist		1721742644	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452477569_450217444504730_8530026556269870817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vYT6ydtEklEQ7kNvgEtJcT-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB0avM6_EQ9IpGIlITw92gy2lm6AhOp2o05YyjyNVBKOQ&oe=66B1DAAF	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452263051_1432434194134765_2776398113995406947_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VmNNf8T9wHQQ7kNvgHzghCs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKkaIzft-ZN7n5RtuVsb2Jj8feL3fIsBe1xoHikNUegA&oe=66B2033B	0	3	Walking With Chronic Knee Pain Can Really Hurt… It's time for a change… Our revolutionary 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ is here to help identify the root cause of chronic knee pain and find lasting relief… …without Medication, Injections, Or Surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ to find out more.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952473	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	526243619740335	1	9.3406972182293E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951464560606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326155	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504718_2268661163470664_1620088757905514101_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yW_C-d1s0dIQ7kNvgFIlruN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-jYVMhLPEMGGrcvdE9tAmcbDeYXTZzKP3xgFoMfq2Xw&oe=66B1FD91	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453175419_1142629853491574_1615652774120137811_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mpVy_9wEQHcQ7kNvgHbvEGP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC9bDp7fpOHWOrO0FkB1W8ghbanQzpc7kRUOe73ilK_GQ&oe=66B1E77A	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952478	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1528430731088101	2	1.6431006431163E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303571310491	kellyfaetanini.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	http://www.kellyfaetanini.com/		1721937733	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452863716_513886044321625_601976910096272265_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MZJuwHsfQtQQ7kNvgEizhvm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDDDxtWgiKYY4URqOZcSQyfQTvc2REB51Ml9G4scDzt6g&oe=66B1DBC2	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452653608_497700772746411_3978657599131094445_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_8IsyF56ovQQ7kNvgE2qnj8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBqnohLy1yVY6YcmwnwcOP8cYXZJGwXZ7IEmPAHM34Pyw&oe=66B1E400	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	LEARN_MORE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952489	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	2166721650512559	1	1.5401378966309E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100645640078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	A New Way To Treat Peripheral Neuropathy		https://calldrkelly.com/the-truth-about-peripheral-neuropathy		1721741518	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452632380_7900673250011743_2371714560975547897_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Wz1nhOhvsgQ7kNvgGfIYEy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAXWox91i50nDckIsduc2tvXnGf7Jy0pz5zFSVTqdteOw&oe=66B206DA	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452644270_1022099146299061_415137448058366036_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zTgBkxcPtUAQ7kNvgFJRge8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD54VHPEOz1NqAMux_qmwho1L5fN9jOCmWYZxRlSfJVfA&oe=66B20AA5	0	3	Numbness, Tingling or Pain In Your Hands Or Feet Could Be Peripheral Neuropathy Over 20 million people suffer from peripheral neuropathy and there is hope Introducing the 29 Point Sensory Exam™ This revolutionary exam is the secret to reducing pain, stiffness, and muscle weakness in your hands or feet without the need for medication, injections, or surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a FREE Consultation to find out more. https://calldrkelly.com/peripheral-neuropathy	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952491	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	3776215442634520	1	2.8360709965495E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324238487447980	Sarvanga Yoga	120210930088050250	sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Limited Slots Available	{{product.description}}	https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/		1722300595	3.2423848744798E+14	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453240400_342318032274690_3847056625433195150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vvUQW-ocSKMQ7kNvgGVAaYE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBVXse7Zx4X0Q85nLcoPh_T4lqFiklLlsbr_UatjYcf5w&oe=66B1E28A	person_profile	0	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453177662_1161511441799498_1314602749670039950_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tLBrorfo7AsQ7kNvgFaGEIA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA93vVbbL0QcN8_o3dlTycTWNy3NWc9A9fWVnpvE_TWhA&oe=66B1FAC2	0	3	Dive deeper into yoga's essence with Godfrey Devereux in DC! 🌟 Join us for 'The Heart of Yoga' workshop focusing on Bandhas, Pranayama, and Spiritual Embodiment. Don't miss this transformative experience. Click the link below to secure your spot! Learn more by clicking the link given below https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/ . . . #sarvangayoga #heartofyoga #yoga #yogaworkshop #workshop #Godfery	Sarvanga Yoga	39	https://facebook.com/sarvangayogaofficial	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952493	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	338864832612020	2	1.9922492245781E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262929640491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile		NONE	video			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768827	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452280134_1702127430529659_4516780955690312697_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7JdXQXpQXM4Q7kNvgHc5qlG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCF8jIZ0E8X1PGDWWs97qyhBYvmG7_PMn5hWRT2UTAWkA&oe=66B1F7A0	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452525915_490363000064726_3171473737754520652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AeMbBYvelSkQ7kNvgFd2nQu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAXGKRQKUVFSPB3dZWhJyM5LGoxf1KtQ_03R5X-OnqWCw&oe=66B20CCA	0	3	Your perfect gown awaits. Shop the Kelly Faetanini Reign collection and explore a vast array of fully customizable gowns to express your unique style. Thoughtfully designed and expertly crafted ~ to be distinctively you.	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952498	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1187088109276476	1	4.0736281565538E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210844345400606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/giraffe-print-pleated-set		1721814750	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452532168_1020759006093376_2700473211320265355_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XYlS1pNeGEoQ7kNvgFNpsCO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCA6ezxXM9Pn5TBbNq3cKaFAHoFEB9mW7VnpFN2yOIY0A&oe=66B1EF27	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452522845_1170448630855059_4589526368854834354_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8bmh_JYDrLoQ7kNvgH99pOl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDIXztwpstlzUArHenBFCLQ2MICvk8vDEnDk_TcX2Z-0g&oe=66B21036	0	3	What a stunning print😍 @angodiva wore this so well. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapToShop#ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952509	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1408355236477098	1	3.6325734663862E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120211007932240606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/chinenye-set		1722522526	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453433466_1910131909408032_2513729727634105014_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H5-tmxLk31MQ7kNvgHFf3vr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvjkj1HVh-ukHBABhS_W-KSETGkq4NAo0J0tHVm1-IIA&oe=66B20F1B	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453773238_412522487907413_5608460716079541205_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uM-5G5VweVkQ7kNvgGFn_j3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCyp4E2voe1ik2lLExakJ9A-XxhFhRG7nutT_1e6dq29A&oe=66B1F39B	0	3	This fit is IT ❤️❤️ Loving this perfect summertime look styled by @missolivee. Use the code LuxeLiv20 for 20% off at KellyObi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂 #TapToShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952522	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792944	1201	3747330598858468	3	1.4923353683206E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	101792586054033	The Business Advisory	6599242318659	workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		https://workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com/opt-in-3581		1722354788	1.0179258605403E+14	The Business Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453345703_1137281920699202_3273713115368436590_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=trrBWiSHChEQ7kNvgFcT5La&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAc-HYzSmkZ90dVAkGnPPQ7M5o7rNxsRsxLpIPUve6S9Q&oe=66B1DE70	person_profile	0	The Business Advisory \| Consulting + Masterminding for CEOs	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504721_1163909254913675_5328680589826229899_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ypMzKxrSDP0Q7kNvgEciF-D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMHhMWOUYlY1PG42DA_vahT0Lqy4lvQTn5yfDMp3dJjw&oe=66B1E6B8	0	3	Service-based businesses: Scale from 7 to 8 Figures with The Live Launch Method® LIVE Series \| Starting August 19th @ 12pm EST Click the link below to learn more	The Business Advisory	6970	https://facebook.com/thebusinessadvisory	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952525	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792944	1201	1191307802065552	1	3.9528370023383E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212603989760036	www.kellylwellness.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Women Who 'Can't Stop Eating' Finally Feel Normal Around Food		https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop		1721651551	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452373745_1131310974604393_3967099533769216987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z7LO6nBnKqkQ7kNvgGssF0Q&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDDJeIl2lJUEHYsIAe0S5vv9cnaFbW0k8uXjKdy7tkA7g&oe=66B1EE04	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452193857_362774713311094_465825879688950149_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5cslN2SQZ2kQ7kNvgFvfYj9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC0ebgn3Z9gR0G80BiYfG7NTjwCSzH8Mo4Hddk27cD_JQ&oe=66B1E34C	0	3	Most women who 'can't stop eating' do NOT realize how quickly they can feel normal around food.<br /> <br /> Here's a trend that seems to be happening.<br /> <br /> Women are bouncing between dieting and binging.<br /> <br /> They try to "eat perfect"<br /> <br /> But when they "mess up" they say F'it and just keep eating.<br /> <br /> The true problem is they don't understand the root cause of their binging.<br /> <br /> I was the same way for 12 years.<br /> <br /> And all the diets that I tried and "failed"...<br /> <br /> None of them are designed for a woman who struggles with binging.<br /> <br /> Because struggling with binging isn't just about finding the right diet.<br /> <br /> It's about healing the root cause of binging in the first place.<br /> <br /> Once I understood why I felt so out of control around food, I broke free from binge eating + overeating.<br /> <br /> I created a free training for women to retrain their brain.<br /> <br /> So they can finally feel in control around food again.<br /> <br /> Click Learn More to grab your spot.<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kellylwellness.com%2Ffbworkshop&h=AT1e3dYm1SXR7ceU0wvGtQxAeFKszxkanBUQrj0We48maIF4kMBwEO_G8lx06dqUKjuxZEMtvB7Is0BmzHAFNbuZ_oj2aALAx-9_Mzwo9OLVr1VeWxVN-NEEz1ofET4SyBCCyaThWJXXsQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop</a>	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952527	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792944	1201	808572341345373	2	5.1766420746073E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211174937410016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721836726	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452677460_423639167367723_5391001924914782757_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LqRrD7jRHQIQ7kNvgG_WSHX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCJ7Cuk7UHLnZyWuIewLiEasGBWxTYFSGpa4rNsyIKNYg&oe=66B1F766	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452616175_2779182092230412_8161050603574145011_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FrxOV-Dm_JwQ7kNvgGJnkru&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAIGhm0X66GMvrRONekrsJ8vtTVz4M2OJf9nqKHWNVEhg&oe=66B20894	0	3	7 Day Instant Access Activation	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952536	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1037174511258491	1	1.2078159502184E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908266510272	kellyryann.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Say Goodbye to DIY: Upgrade to a High-Converting, Custom Website		https://kellyryann.com/		1722288890	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453328767_2256624261343951_7244316113757715808_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VlZkm77M2QIQ7kNvgE44YKM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDaQJzVQ2YbjjK5NEUDCF1h2ooXQk2wTeInEQqMox0twA&oe=66B1D9E8	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453377796_1886409538542964_7442984705804711916_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WZQebUbKnp8Q7kNvgE8dPvd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBlAIgjC3RCRxCc9QNrNvtGTNw8DwFdvX3lpr7gzdIpPw&oe=66B1D9E7	0	3	A favorite SEO tip for anyone that blogs or updates their website regularly!<br /> <br /> I hate to break it to you, but Google doesn’t necessarily know your website (or any new pages) exist.<br /> <br /> But, good news!! You can tell Google you have new content yay!<br /> <br /> So, if you’ve shared new content or updated any pages on your website follow these steps to tell Google to get on it and start sharing your stuff with the world!<br /> <br /> And if you don’t have Google Search Console set up and want to start taking control of your SEO - Let’s chat 💬 Send me a DM or book your free discovery call at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fkellyryann.com%2F&h=AT0FfUPKcBIFjfPFf3NisthcxzHXhdI6-ZF-PgywLtDSSVlvsyY_VzZC5spqKplngxy9EdDTM8XxGMlwkcb-e4_ZHvyk_6pI-Hq6lwYjBO5GDVDdpbv_lWloWQ7lnpTYZT9Rf9vEy2oKtw" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">kellyryann.com</a> :)	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952538	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1202948361046455	1	1.1367649407542E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908839870272				NONE	video					1722294537	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453535344_387895530599244_7799912444440426505_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wZzsjVqSTcAQ7kNvgF5EmHY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAV5AJe59C6z7AaQkMhh-4rJX0BD4noO8__cbMcB8jfGg&oe=66B1DA33	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453258198_1173957203830148_8867475701851933431_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N3vj3S2jZ38Q7kNvgHVKhBH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAvhiZiybxWPz04S1A1ve79m-HIp7WL8yUZzjfA5It3gA&oe=66B1F225	0	3	Wanna see just how much your brand plays into your audience?<br /> <br /> These are two wedding planners (and former clients) with completely different styles.<br /> <br /> Their ideal clients are different, their messaging is different, the types of couples that they are booking are different.<br /> <br /> BECAUSE their brands are different!<br /> <br /> The things that make these two businesses unique are different, which means their brands and websites SHOULD look and feel different.<br /> <br /> Both amazing people with a love for what they do, but I absolutely loved getting to pull out their different styles.<br /> <br /> Feeling ready to stand out online? Send me a DM and let’s get you booked!	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952568	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952574	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	458821330288489	1	5.0553304871334E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908327460272				NONE	video					1722289153	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453105637_849245410134611_8856594416707253427_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2AZXd5a90wsQ7kNvgGLmmDZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCbhM3Qnaj3g_qly7WBbwocKQf-mCndtYSlyTS1O5-NJQ&oe=66B1E796	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453160215_349875898172069_9004313875715558435_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ExyizD6ve0EQ7kNvgGaPf2L&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA95exPtj-a5vgKDjfZBhJE40pdLc2r-6YQ4NcUk4RxdA&oe=66B201BA	0	3	Okay so you’re interested in a rebrand…<br /> <br /> One of the scariest parts of investing in your business is understanding what the process will look like and trying to know if it’s the ✨right✨ investment for you. <br /> <br /> So let’s take a look at what it looks like to rebrand with KRco! <br /> <br /> From booking to design, there’s a lot that happens in between. Take a look at what you can expect in working together. <br /> <br /> Ready for the next step? Send me a DM to check my availability for YOUR rebrand! (I have only 9 spots left in 2024 😱)<br /> <br /> #rebrandingprocess #weddingbranding #photographybranding #branddesignstudio #brandstrategytips	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952583	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	768403858564868	1	3.4768074726094E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514756300448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Join the Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=virtualride&utm_content=MTB		1721742215	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452377656_792168356404292_8549298029383812507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2PBfXuHAMXAQ7kNvgEA72GX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHKBg7YDHKC0Ye-tRSuwokXGjmX5djnx9AKvCiGsaEAQ&oe=66B20A6C	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452675194_1022480036201851_9044337885223090341_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kUPDl288zhUQ7kNvgG4Jyy5&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBVCbWhvhykp1x7LUGw7koRso21C_L4CcaTvGweNmp8yA&oe=66B1E5A5	0	3	Ride to Empower! Join the Kelly Brush Ride and choose your own remote adventure on any trail or route between September 7 and October 19. With every pedal stroke, you're helping to make active lifestyles possible for people with spinal cord injuries. Register today and get started on your Kelly Brush Ride!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952586	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	501554115704217	1	2.7347681833587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181982720122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_parent		1720511705	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449849373_514700407678760_6179592091994917809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xmOv01c4VCAQ7kNvgEiL3tM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA31XkwFroW9LFjyEXurjsCtK6BuLfATkcQF6StOeFveA&oe=66B1F258	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450454954_706015384974392_1458643094242797431_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hppp3GGUd0IQ7kNvgGZNvP2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCYTca__Ph_PsQA1PNVDX62viHbNb-AFQSlSY8CUzNiSA&oe=66B1E73C	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Lee County School District.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952591	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	1659163284623729	1	3.9431617031873E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146040122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_parent		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449850625_789375679985349_2018150694800589006_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0T4IEBdRxGoQ7kNvgEv50ph&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXNq2e8tv53ehBTBu305spP0nwab9yyryxaH_uUIIhUA&oe=66B1F8A5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449853114_8075066432516716_6976504009451265797_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HcIgbiLVcooQ7kNvgGGsZNi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCr-NfEK6L_th5BC8soCN0Z8Xmlgz8ru_aqeLL4gGapIA&oe=66B20BF4	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952598	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	813383054236087	1	4.1683930080508E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210691761880671	fb.me	Sign Up		NONE	dco	Free Small Group Training Session!		http://fb.me/		1722461245	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384573_1990713504712080_7346719597765116622_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N09sTwxkyqUQ7kNvgGWjdhU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9bMsS1Av_WZLnezX8mbaO9aQNWud5FZLpZERsJv6IoQ&oe=66B2119D	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487297_2379854262224157_6977880899476614038_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mNpyKY56BtoQ7kNvgExKO79&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAMp5lqWHeYaWILSZAcELZ3AjtjWD7ZGVoF9jjDbFED3A&oe=66B1E642	0	3	🔥🔥We're looking for 5 Locals🔥🔥 who are looking to dramatically transform their health and fitness with our 6 Week Full Body Transformation Program! Here’s the deal: We can take on 5 new members to partake in our most intensive transformation program. This is not a cardio plan or some fad diet. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 6 weeks you will be AMAZED with the results. If you are a highly motivated individual, get started now to see what you can accomplish. What you get: 🔥 Fat Burning Body Toning Fitness Sessions 🔥 Personalized SIMPLE meal plan 🔥 Personal Accountability Coach to make you CRUSH it. 🔥 And much much more... This is for THE MOTIVATED ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where enough is enough, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. We are only taking 5 Free Class Passes so Click the link and Let's Get Started!	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	SIGN_UP	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952604	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	512889221119974	2	1.2213349822103E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209565116820122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Substitute Jobs in Baltimore County		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_claire_mayberry_1		1722335037	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453194791_1689954898212088_5611725669740044759_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J-4Kf1zkvegQ7kNvgGqhI75&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA-IAwmWrrEayHMgrL7BK9ZfjU5tHSeiLEyt1nIO3177A&oe=66B208A2	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453210308_846208117116919_3621206100739719588_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uEVXOWuofvIQ7kNvgEgdNm_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDsofAmb1xAiJSbMQ5aQzaAPLZW8E9KdpVTVRCawdnAag&oe=66B1DD12	0	3	Substitute teaching gives grad student, Claire, meaningful work. She walks into a room and just feels appreciated.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952611	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1779595969238245	1	2.7687213666088E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	524766010924723	Kelly Bado music	120210209493340515	fanlink.tv	Listen now		NONE	video			https://fanlink.tv/kelly_bado_typical		1721936093	5.2476601092472E+14	Kelly Bado music	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453007009_520506750313908_603357271156748205_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rxekp4Ndu5YQ7kNvgFDRomd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCxZff11A5N1dcXilAVBM1-xRJHLkuIjDh3N_hTdaYqKA&oe=66B2101D	person_profile	0	Kelly Bado	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452919696_1150451332883410_2719290017905992197_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aHQUoJPtkioQ7kNvgHC9ugY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYARavJMw7wR7FwkNzCoAay-w8B20QQyzUyob74UkWbc4A&oe=66B2092E	0	3	Kelly Bado // Typical 🪩 ✨	Kelly Bado music	2743	https://facebook.com/kellybadomusic	LISTEN_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952612	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	503624529011753	1	2.1067643030572E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120210230558760647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔Enemies to Lovers	🔥Looking for your next guilty pleasure?	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J		1721556950	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452068805_1163569624725021_3213739408433784596_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s5Hb0L4S1w0Q7kNvgH38Taj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCiFgRL24DHl6UZlFU8tQqoBNcyDE4d0tk_F1sWRvN8jQ&oe=66B1FC8D	person_profile	0			0	3	Eleven years ago, Carson Knight shattered my heart. <br /> Thinking I betrayed him, he pushed me away… not knowing I was carrying his baby. <br /> <br /> Our son, longing for his father, finds the billionaire CEO and thrusts a DNA report in front of him. <br /> Now, Carson demands to be with his son; afraid of losing custody, I agree to move in. <br /> <br /> Living under Carson’s roof is torture – he’s a walking temptation. Every. Chiseled. Inch.<br /> I crave to be back in his strong tattooed arms, but he can’t ignore my past. <br /> <br /> Seeing him as a daddy, and his loving devotion to our son, makes my heart melt.<br /> Under his grumpy exterior is the man I remember - and I want him back.<br /> <br /> When things heat up, my barriers fail. <br /> His touch ignites an inferno, and I drop my defenses… and my panties. <br /> <br /> I yearn for a second chance to repair his damaged heart. <br /> If only he could forgive the secret that ripped us apart.<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D9BXBC7J&h=AT3ESN-G0pIRBeYhpm-V_rclAzKCTrBk1Myb2VnFQanWxVCdccIYocy1VS-_WTbV4vv3snXFlGnrt-kA8eKQgegDCH1xLHofW8ZA3R_-CUlqOePnj7sngeBZ3_pSBZR6GxMD1CUyZ8EHqA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952621	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1540123733279286	1	5.0844965165651E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181985670122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_retiree		1720511776	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098963_444178965086205_4438121764905558542_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f8oMCMt8ibUQ7kNvgEhlAnu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWH4VEyYVy61ru8zmY4GZpIK3WSlmiN7fPifNjKL8tKQ&oe=66B1E88E	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450191394_1515685322382448_7629082092752436815_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NUT5So3oY-0Q7kNvgHAb5gH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCsS6v8H8RLTEr8uKVJk2_O7-qrKvbSdZjLmoEtlJD2HA&oe=66B1F695	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952626	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	301592686314114	2	8.9657814917878E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209564550220122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Freedom. Flexibility. Variation.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_neils_billund_2		1722332567	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453405192_7780134345442919_6097747913599292969_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W2a5LjiQbUwQ7kNvgGoh0K6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBk8jCtan9w3H5RaFgsiX9Hje3n84xN4d_kJGI69NfkTw&oe=66B20C25	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251898_875720067936013_8058100433256907589_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Vevmh5NW8d0Q7kNvgH3PeMh&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBlrzkujOpA4x-j20-T_4o2uVdqC9kf2a6UY1Vw8ZPjoQ&oe=66B1FFC6	0	3	For retired nurse, Neils, substitute teaching provides freedom, flexibility, variation and a great work-life balance.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952633	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	995725949004092	1	9.7481962718153E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120209192274720770	calldrkelly.com	Contact Us		NONE	dco	Your solution starts here	World class relief	https://calldrkelly.com/		1715884709	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441822798_960442372154555_7798669208779212325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RhRBBU4PSeQQ7kNvgGr930c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEMJ0vC7HJaqZjl0ozDIGZdXyo-vwQHCl6xyFoe4lq5Q&oe=66B1E309	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441549296_1480609529211512_8669426547575713690_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wm0XseA0dRoQ7kNvgFj0R31&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZEmG-Y5PjyM3-AwwP8ysF2q0n7XWoIotWBkOI8HJsRQ&oe=66B1F594	0	3	Have you been told you need a knee replacement? We have a knee restoration program to treat pain without surgery.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	CONTACT_US	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952636	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1192820891859149	1	1.2438117403666E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653851807728	fb.me	Get Quote		NONE	dco	Get Your Quote In Mins	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	http://fb.me/		1721952978	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452942927_811050741139533_4005977203597495777_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xSV86nf6LmwQ7kNvgGEEqDM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDfPO1KvZPLLPFtU3EjQKtvcdqUZYVn273CzUIgHsQN5Q&oe=66B2056E	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701870_1146707176631787_1947172679393445743_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gcsf7LQ87VYQ7kNvgGmHR8I&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYACC6r-kGDqrcI8xiyM_aIdX5P8SMsUWxKP4g5NogCo8g&oe=66B1EDF7	0	3	Upgrade Your Windows for Less! Get Affordable, Energy-Efficient Replacement Now. New Windows = Lower Bills & Comfort in Your Home	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952638	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	801317755374589	1	4.6593141286743E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514756070448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Join the Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=virtualride&utm_content=GRVL		1721742224	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452578986_392010513462442_6041138250622749150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-elbGszreIgQ7kNvgEbhu4w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1xvxTaYj7jLgP0w-n6Stu4AGFL6Wv_8fbxKtamX0ovw&oe=66B20AE2	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452375905_1561463228086620_1534702182828454874_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LlDPNQ47MtcQ7kNvgFE-hVr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAicpfADlT7mOoNlg-hHWPOblq1wjX6d9Nmnl9FtwyPHQ&oe=66B1DB6D	0	3	Ride to Empower! Join the Kelly Brush Ride and choose your own remote adventure on any trail or route between September 7 and October 19. With every pedal stroke, you're helping to make active lifestyles possible for people with spinal cord injuries. Register today and get started on your Kelly Brush Ride!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952642	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1229773508387910	1	3.7725907697305E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120209526982710647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited!	💔FREE ON Kindle Unlimited	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ		1718881198	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448693007_1630689707751770_1048058866204450150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ys8kTznAt1AQ7kNvgG00eH_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBCKEIqOF5lFy6xmTWHBI1RLBu_ULZ4BEZEpp-jn3CcYQ&oe=66B1F4B6	person_profile	0			0	3	All of a sudden, my head swims, and I feel nauseous. I quickly open my car door and lean out just in time as I get sick. <br /> <br /> When I’m done, I pull a napkin out of my glove compartment and wipe my mouth. I lean my head weakly on the steering wheel. Am I coming down with something? <br /> <br /> That’s when it hits me. I count back over the months and realize it’s possible. My periods have always been irregular. I could be pregnant. <br /> <br /> I’m on the pill. I do the math again. I decide I need to confirm it by taking a pregnancy test. <br /> <br /> I drive to a nearby store and buy two pregnancy kits. When I pull into the driveway, I’m relieved that no one is home. <br /> <br /> I let myself into my apartment and make my way to the bathroom. My hands shake as I wait for the results of the tests. I feel lightheaded again when I look and see two dark pink lines. <br /> <br /> I check the second test. Same pink lines. <br /> <br /> I’m pregnant. <br /> <br /> My head spins again, probably because I haven’t eaten anything today.<br /> <br /> I look down, and my hands shake again. I get up find a box of crackers and tear them open. They’re a little stale, but I eat them. They seem to help get rid of the nauseous feeling. <br /> <br /> I sit down at my table. I shut my eyes and place my hand over my stomach. I let the wonder of having a baby fill me. My eyes start to water. “It’s okay, little one. I love you no matter what.” <br /> <br /> What if, by having this baby, I lose everything, my marriage, and my friend? How will Chase react? He made it clear he doesn’t want children, period. <br /> <br /> What will Chase do when he finds out I’m pregnant? <br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D36SMJPZ&h=AT1NGbkve4EoDIeAFuwsiMeaZFh66r-OjS8N-TaWlkD8i55aKo8BgSPlFFQWEWX7e9Oq6CVvvy5fSP1dfoqD0S_LHqVTd6LTSDYWOe-JlnNamOrKg-Ebp8zF4SbAtAbhvhB_bLH6KBNIbQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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1952704	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	783359530349760	1	1.1806043596161E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120211765148770036	open.spotify.com	Listen now		NONE	image	How Emotions Drive Binge Eating (And What to Do About It)	Listen to this episode from Food Freedom Society Podcast on Spotify. In today's episode I'm talking about emotions and binging. Usually when people focus on wanting to end binging and overeating - they just focus on the food.There are thoughts, feelings and emotions that can drive binging, and today...	https://open.spotify.com/episode/66ULxX4R0slA0EfH4bGUeh?si=AsjgM6u4QamSJO30TxPmzw		1718120783	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448047110_799147895511359_4023345938910523454_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WYUTkcduMkcQ7kNvgFEt_Bj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAXe9iQ1anurGDQQfaeFqTAMhXX9x4d6EqeHwEe3irXng&oe=66B1F69A	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/447895785_321448547676654_2861466960890203233_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7Wyfgrqhk54Q7kNvgFVkRWy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAZ51ZKey9OGOU6tDbbAZV0juJHxVa2Ezowj_EoWV6fng&oe=66B1E811	0	3	Most women who ‘overeat’ do NOT recognize the primary emotions that drive binge eating.<br /> <br /> After helping thousands of women stop binge eating and finally feel normal around food again, I’ve noticed a trend.<br /> <br /> When women try to make a change in their eating habits, they focus too much on the food.<br /> <br /> But before changing anything about what we eat, we have to look at what comes BEFORE the food:<br /> <br /> 👉 Our thoughts about the food<br /> 👉Our feelings about the food<br /> 👉Our emotions about the food<br /> <br /> When we binge eat, these thoughts, feelings, and emotions are taking over and dictating our actions and behaviors.<br /> <br /> In this podcast episode, I talk about the 3 biggest emotions that drive binge eating and what exactly is happening when we feel these emotions.<br /> <br /> Click to listen.<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fepisode%2F66ULxX4R0slA0EfH4bGUeh%3Fsi%3DAsjgM6u4QamSJO30TxPmzw&h=AT2Ip0SWgX98kzJQGBUlYCEU6iB_OX-mKF59LfJwCVWAzNhjw7HvELWceHvjN2BfRxxSZI7RRjlupjJ3KceZ1AgL2QsC1fUb6RfVHapnbFPVw3hvyCj5Z1uQdAPCSqOgL9ycSvVxpeO3Dg" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://open.spotify.com/episode/66ULxX4R0slA0EfH4bGUeh?si=AsjgM6u4QamSJO30TxPmzw</a>	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	LISTEN_NOW	1721631600	View Edit Delete
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1952742	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792944	1201	477011178279562	1	2.2118832191944E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534414380061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415842	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453536638_307990298990636_6337245186557365523_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=M6MNdNO4EaAQ7kNvgG8jN6f&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA5IJ2C0Zuc2iYYw0SMFVyVkBbAQIL3ftMLVwyN92J8Yw&oe=66B1E033	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453628954_499487625960763_1965812821001771288_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zh0FWhWI4hoQ7kNvgEiZJIF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-ABM8yME0cq1hEP-M9IyrpHNJAfjd5sRpd1bxleHrlg&oe=66B1DFCD	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. 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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952856	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	807281608253530	3	1.0082761541203E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109615881282364	Forlest	120210448651860074	forlest.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Fuller-Bust Friendly	Get 2 At 38% Off + Extra 15% Off	https://forlest.com/collections/best-seller		1722517533	1.0961588128236E+14	Forlest	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597092_452665080933682_5356125539399344531_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zzymx5bcSokQ7kNvgEhVWqu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB6dOovZRIfuV-Hq3BE2u1d7wkSJq4lWkkUACs2cOQJcg&oe=66B20223	person_profile	0	FORLEST®️	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615694_1740846016448073_4031472936894173335_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s-hffyYopj4Q7kNvgH0kPww&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAbwy1OnLqsB7LMwaPK22p_bK9BD76qsMCF-xPbVQMJxg&oe=66B1EDBB	0	3	Tracy was extremely impressed with the support and comfort provided by the Dahlia and Kelly 2.0, as well as the Harper 2.0 bra, for her ample bust! If you're struggling to find the perfect bra, be sure to give them a try! #forlest #forlestbra #wirelessbra #comfortablebra #reel	Forlest	9273	https://facebook.com/forlestofficial	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952862	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1194480108492835	1	8.534318333636E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375559245	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221232	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428708569_3882295421998224_2875800618124396380_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gaVV-ik9hlAQ7kNvgH4mBPx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCYFZBUmpZ9EngyMS_p2tfFz0oXF8l6HuU115Uyl-_Z2Q&oe=66B1DF74	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/429569722_422866513522957_6612771783523538829_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ES3HOXUwSV8Q7kNvgE3nHkd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9qkaUTiVbk3yvLhftEaAzAdHWvDvMwhSBgzECEwGWbg&oe=66B20907	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952864	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1363099267906620	1	1.2192886427612E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375570445	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221232	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/429568150_1325788598105639_9194584959439082834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ofhNjxHDdO0Q7kNvgFA6rsx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC_YSVrcwZwXVHicmezj-_MY-6StktzEPUsc6oTudoF3g&oe=66B2096C	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428691727_2145732285763737_689643861223752916_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DOae5UWfxbUQ7kNvgGTjeef&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBLlRDMWN0NKlm49eEbkeWqpbndV1OEg8615Qw89uUMrA&oe=66B1FCC7	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952869	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1383999862285711	1	8.0457222514587E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375588845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221237	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/422855726_369631599232864_8618671387782669151_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F13BX67k6YYQ7kNvgFL4X_A&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD_Zjeq-GN21JJhTLNA03o9LcBOE3F8HcTImbReL3p7GQ&oe=66B1E3CD	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/430874470_1062886718129404_5482369988217190250_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xejjwuLA6PgQ7kNvgH4wv3S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB1iJVnlOnQRGo5e8rJYui8q_hxbECrV9QcbqRxJxBmAA&oe=66B1F2A3	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952883	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952886	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952890	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952897	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952902	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	505547415183269	1	3.6945556141424E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091050392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521560	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453729983_1404897903525910_3025930724287738860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8FclyOS_HKwQ7kNvgHZNZo8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiTdewZmr6HB6Dd09PXUNrJPyG2ai-et_1kmslXA0XKg&oe=66B1F841	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453720204_1005013611125441_8045112687903793415_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S5XvUUu5cIUQ7kNvgFohh7N&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC5KGKaN5DC3AWCqwfVqQ_o3zAmleIWxK6R3cs2WCq9ZQ&oe=66B1FB1B	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952911	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	785884030097306	1	5.0760711192606E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	120212503318460159	mls.rice.edu	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Pursue Your Master of Liberal Studies at Rice!	Achieve Career Advancement	https://hubs.la/Q02Jy-j20		1722442853	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453514538_498903082504537_5709929605111477012_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KqVrHXtDJYwQ7kNvgHjSjqa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDZ3Ju5iwFDwKnne9AHuerPP_FaZPWgvMcCdHQ1wlD2bQ&oe=66B1FEFF	person_profile	0	Glasscock School	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251194_2024833657934133_7099816644830247218_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aEycY4W3cV8Q7kNvgGxmTkI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBhEFXh7yz36h7XBjt8rTvo_MSYiGCIYkV_mu2gQWSsXQ&oe=66B20304	0	3	Achieve Career Advancement	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	9761	https://facebook.com/ricecontinuingstudies	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952812	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1522440625009919	1	2.0284225275559E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210292994550691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415745	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453208819_774553078088519_6506502212144681421_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y_Ibb1DHRhUQ7kNvgEXoYHR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAJC7k5acLCYeB3nGxdXKgsqUicOBl1wQaghHw8ONMupQ&oe=66B1F0E1	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453632722_394580656975013_7152998093933019525_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d-eiKxsMSFoQ7kNvgEklMn6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAROEY8IuCEfJTBjVziGKv38bRNqC5JzE0wPHtJGJ-oSQ&oe=66B1EA8C	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? 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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. 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1952808	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1443227059728242	1	2.3141766656116E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	132780049909966	Picks003	120212842768290664	a.topicksapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.topicksapp.com/ad/Y2hvaWNlcy8yNTk1NzcvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1NDkvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505390	1.3278004990997E+14	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453274105_1852202255271722_2418444502153604588_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CwRAzOQwlHAQ7kNvgFRBeDg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAfKbjDYPPaei4v2z_9HhlNfHOcUvKA1C-W6ikMdNa5rw&oe=66B1DCD1	person_profile	0	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453792301_3621944518048388_1573066164409133872_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tNNtG00T7iwQ7kNvgGMWsUp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA7mfmgA7J5heULx_ieEkjDgREfToGeh0NSOkWTeXIsBg&oe=66B1DC20	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. 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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. 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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952818	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1829524580873101	1	1.2140289229385E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108277385665157	Picks001	120211692610470635	a.topicksapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.topicksapp.com/ad/Y2hvaWNlcy8yNTgyNzcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjE4NTIvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722414647	1.0827738566516E+14	Picks001	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384564_813714550583049_5859122208488018426_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aEZ7bbsY-XYQ7kNvgGNYJSk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB7jOxLRj8_Ww6kJjqtbepZN2JRfnm-65HqDUz9CMk5DA&oe=66B1E564	person_profile	0	Picks001	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453385392_1134629940945414_1353102036687548611_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Rt5JFomvoQ7kNvgHnMsJc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDioz8EROl2iMLrKdJSXR0L6zbtytgPyRF0ROxG3Bo4VQ&oe=66B1E096	0	3	The noise was coming from across the hall. The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Lett010	151	https://facebook.com/100092431237661	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> ***<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> 4 hours earlier<br /> I woke up in a very good mood. I am finally eighteen and today is the day I find my mate. It actually depends on both sides. If they are of age, they'll find each other soon enough, seventeen is the youngest you can be when you find your mate.<br /> However, most of the time, the guy or the girl have to wait for their other half to come of age, which I think is a great idea.<br /> Yes, I'm a werewolf, specifically the current Beta's daughter and soon to be Beta's sister. The disappointment of the family. But that's okay; I'm not very inclined to make them proud or follow in their footsteps, but mostly they want Alex to do it.<br /> Don't get me wrong. I'm not abused or bullied; except for the occasional remarks, shunned from society, the usual stuff.<br /> They say I'm ugly, but I know better than to believe that. I could have been popular due to my blue eyes and gold speckles, blonde hair and hourglass figure. But I like to keep to myself. Plus my hair was naturally blonde unlike my mother's peroxide bleached hair that comes out of bottles and pricey extensions. Actually, dad and Alex both have brown hair so I don't know how I have blonde hair. For months, I even checked the roots of my hair to find some sort of discoloration to prove that even my hair was bleached. But in vain.<br /> My mom was the stereotypical cheerleader in high school while my dad was the “douche” and quarterback. Apparently they want me to be like them, and social hierarchy exists in packs as well. And my brother is following our parents footsteps, sleeping with more than half of the population, while I'm not.<br /> They revel in attention and bullying people who are lower than them, as they say. To the outside world, my family and I love each other. On the inside it’s an extreme hate relationship, something the pack is aware of except for the Alpha and Luna.<br /> If they knew the truth, my parents, Tiffany and Mark, would lose their respect and beloved Alex's position would be taken away from him. Which would obviously take his popularity down a notch. Horrifying for him. Entertaining for me.<br /> Anyways, today is also the soon-to-be Alpha's eighteenth birthday. James Rodriguez.<br /> Sometimes I wonder how someone as sweet and kind as Diana and George, produce a kid like James.<br /> In short, James is the snobby player. It’s actually really surprising how none of the girls are pregnant yet...<br /> Back to me, I dressed up with more care than usual. I wore a baby pink sundress with black gladiator sandals. I applied a bit of winged liner to make my eyes pop. I've always read stories about loving mates. Who knows how much of it is true? For all I know, it’s some made up fantasy to make mates seem like the ultimate endgame. Maybe one day, I would meet my mate and then we could run away towards the sunset............or something, I don't really care.<br /> Apparently, all mates are compatible with their other half. It’s like love at first sight and the males getting all possessive about their mates is very appealing and a turn on, or so I've heard.<br /> It's all hearsay. And I think it’s stupid. It’s like the males are all custom made robots. Why else would their behavior be so alike?<br /> And there was a paragraph about heat and shifting and marking. Maybe, my mate's gonna go all caveman on me and tear my throat out.<br /> I'm just kidding, morbid thoughts on my birthday are kind of my thing. And its wishful thinking. I don't care. He might even be an omega and I still wouldn't care. Even if he's a human, it wouldn't matter. And if he's not in this pack then..... Oh well... It's better for me. I don't want to stay in a pack where I have no respect and people treat me bad. Status had once mattered to me. But when you have parents like mine, you kind of start praying not to ever be like them.<br /> Not once did they look at me but of course, Alexander was doted on by everyone. Kids. Parents. Friends. You name it.<br /> Apparently, it's because he's a boy. And according to my mother, girls are good for getting screwed, getting hit on, obeying their men, acting flirty along, and popping out heirs.<br /> And lucky for you all, my mother happens to be exhibit A.<br /> You should all be jealous because it's not everyday that you have a live walking, talking example to show the word and tell them what a hoe your mother is.<br /> Third Person POV <br /> Nikolina walked to school as she was not allowed a car. Though Alex was the proud owner of a shiny Silver Volvo. Double standards were very common in the Reed family. She had always wanted her own car, something that was a stunning shade of bright canary yellow, but that dream was nowhere close to becoming a reality.<br /> All of a sudden, she smelt an amazing scent; peppermint and honey. Lydia purred and rolled around in happiness, barely able to contain her excitement.<br /> On searching for the source, her eyes met warm, hazel orbs. His eyes expressed lust and adoration as they raked all over her body.<br /> Realization finally hit her hard when she saw that James-freaking-Rodriguez was her mate! The next Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack. And he was Portia's long-standing boyfriend.<br /> You know what he did next? James went back to groping the head cheerleader. “Portia.... “ Oh, sorry. Rookie mistake. Portia Scott.<br /> Tears threatened to fall while her wolf Lydia whimpered, seeing her mate touch another...<br /> “Our mate is beautiful.” James's wolf, Jace said. Nikolina was more than just beautiful. Many males of the pack thought she was gorgeous but never mentioned it out loud due to the fear of facing Alex's wrath. Alex was the one to start it all: the petty insults, the hateful words and making an outcast out of her. Others had just followed his footsteps. And of course, some of the girls were shallow enough to find happiness by making Nikolina feel miserable, because they were insecure about themselves.<br /> But the main issue was, though James thought Nikolina was pretty, he would never accept her as his mate and Luna. Though she was Beta Mark's daughter and was of high status, both him and his ego considered her a nobody. He knew about the insults and he had done it as well. In his eyes, she was worthless and all everyone ever did was talk down on her and she never fought back.<br /> He couldn't have a... thing like that as his mate. Beauty just wasn't enough for him, being a ruthless woman was a requirement.<br /> “She might be beautiful but I don't want her. She's a nobody. If people know that she is my mate, I would become the laughing stock of my pack. Seriously, people walk all over her. She can never be my Luna.” That was the thought going through his mind as he sucked on Portia's neck hard enough to bruise.<br /> “Ow! You're hurting me, boo! You know Kelly has my concealer today.” Portia whined but still made no move to shove James away. She just proceeded to grind her lower body into James and trying to get as close as humanly possible without getting rid of her clothes in public.<br /> James finally pried Portia off his body and walked towards his mate. In some ways, Portia was like a bloodsucking leech or an annoying wart, never leaving without a fight.<br /> “Baby, where are you going? I need you!” Her voice was like a cat dragging its claws across a board.<br /> James just signalled her to shut up before walking towards his mate. He would do the right thing, of course, as the future Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack and give Nikolina what she deserves.<br /> He stopped in front of her and asked, “What's your name?”<br /> “Nikolina,” she stated. He soon noticed that she had no friends and no car and he felt the curious stares on his back as everyone's attention was on him.<br /> “I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ As he rejected her, Jace whimpered and cowered. And James felt bad but he knew this was the right thing to do for himself and the pack. From his perspective, Nikolina was someone who brought out the worst in people and Portia was way more deserving to be his mate and Luna, considering that she was fearless and wasn't afraid to fight dirty for her rights.<br /> James was an egoistic douche bag who mistook petty behavior for fearless but he was blinded by the greed for power and popularity.<br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. She would have collapsed if not for the anger that surged through her. She was furious. At James. The Moon Goddess. Not realizing how painful rejection was. Her fate. It was a never ending list.<br /> It felt like she was being drowned in liquid bleach, her lungs burned and she saw red. Anger took over the pain she was feeling and she didn't want to give him the satisfaction of knowing how hurt she was.<br /> Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> “I, Nikolina Reed, accept your rejection as my mate and Alpha. I sincerely hope you get the clap!”<br /> With that, she turned on her heel and left the school premises.<br /> “Who needs a mate? Especially someone like James. People like him need girls like Portia by their sides, who cater to their whims and needs and whatever freaky carnal desire they might have.” Nikolina thought darkly. She wasn't going to give in to her pain and this rejection was the final push that encouraged her to chase after her freedom and break bonds with the family who had clipped off her wings.<br /> James felt a tiny bit of hurt realizing that she didn't even think twice before accepting the rejection and all he could wonder was how did she not burst into tears or grovel at his feet to take her back. Jace did not talk. He just whimpered, feeling the loss of his mate. Before James could think of it anymore, Portia dragged him to an empty classroom to distract her beloved Jamie boo. It seemed as if James wasn't the least bit affected by the incident with Nikolina, because his actions didn't falter as he hitched Portia's skirt up and ripped her panties, drilling her like an animal and releasing himself on her clothes and face as he left her alone to clean up.<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> “Well, he can go drill his toy as much as he wants.” I thought darkly while making my way towards home. All Lydia did was whimper. The moment I saw James, I knew something like this was bound to happen. You don't have any expectations when someone like him is supposed to be your destined mate. He was born with a big ego and he can just stuff it up his.<br /> “Maybe he regrets hurting us, you know.” Lydia whimpered.<br /> Before I could reply, searing hot pain flooded my senses. I felt myself fall on the pavement and the pain started to become more intense. It is obvious, isn't it? He's already drilling someone just minutes after rejecting me. It felt like my body was set on fire and the blistering flames charred my skin.<br /> I slowly got up and almost keeled over as my vision turned white. Dizziness washed over me. I had to clench my fists and dig my fingers hard enough to draw blood. Getting away from him and this stupid pack is my best bet. He was doing it intentionally considering the fact he knows that we're both connected unless one of us dies or gets marked by another. Walking never felt so strenuous and with every step I had to force myself to not curl up on the pavement and cry. I know I deserve someone better but I did want to cry my pain away.<br /> After what seemed like hours, the pain slowly ebbed away. Painful times ahead. The only problem is that the mate bond doesn't break even after being rejected. Only if the rejected is marked by the first mate or by another, or if one of the mates die, will the bond break.<br /> I entered my house and went to my room to pack my bags. You know, in every werewolf story the rejected mate writes letters before leaving. There's no logic to it. I mean, don't you get it? No one cares if you leave. No one cares if you die. No one cares if you slit your throat or get molested or murdered. That's the harsh truth. Why should I open my feelings on a letter make them feel pity? I can just run away and live my best life, away from them. It's not like they will send out search teams for you.<br /> I don't want pity. I can do better than that. I picked up my red lipstick and wrote in capitals before leaving. I know I'm dramatic but it serves them right. They'll remember this for years to come: women can walk away without feeling a twinge of guilt or regret.<br /> Showing vulnerability would only make me seem weak and I've let people walk over me way too many times.<br /> My mom was probably busy getting her hair done or something. That's the only thing she ever does. Or her nails. Or maybe she was out shopping with snobby people like herself. It's obvious that birds of a feather flock together. The only thing I ever liked about her is that she cooked for us, sometimes. Mom made a mean lasagna.<br /> Dad was probably with Alpha George. That's usually where he is. But then again, he also has this terrible habit of getting drunk during daylight hours. And once he even groped some other girl in front of the whole pack. Mom turned an ugly shade of red as she kicked him in the crotch. Those were the good days. It was fun when he laid on the couch with a bag of frozen peas on his groin and mom was nowhere around.<br /> Leaving was better for me anyway. Nothing was tying me down to this place. No friends. No proper family. I would be doing myself and them a favor.<br /> I took my dad's sleek black Porsche for my escapade. I might as well leave loaded and in style, besides it's high time I had a car.<br /> Just as I reached the pack border, I said, “I, Nikolina Reed, break all ties with the Solaris Eclipse Pack.” The patrol guards looked at me, but its not like they would stop me.<br /> The pack links broke and with that I revved up the engine and sped through the borders, driving towards my new life. A better life. It was a blessing that this pack did not care enough to stop me.<br /> <br /> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><br /> Keep the story going! Download our app and listen to the rest of the audiobook ID:99168.	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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. 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Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> ***<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> 4 hours earlier<br /> I woke up in a very good mood. I am finally eighteen and today is the day I find my mate. It actually depends on both sides. If they are of age, they'll find each other soon enough, seventeen is the youngest you can be when you find your mate.<br /> However, most of the time, the guy or the girl have to wait for their other half to come of age, which I think is a great idea.<br /> Yes, I'm a werewolf, specifically the current Beta's daughter and soon to be Beta's sister. The disappointment of the family. But that's okay; I'm not very inclined to make them proud or follow in their footsteps, but mostly they want Alex to do it.<br /> Don't get me wrong. I'm not abused or bullied; except for the occasional remarks, shunned from society, the usual stuff.<br /> They say I'm ugly, but I know better than to believe that. I could have been popular due to my blue eyes and gold speckles, blonde hair and hourglass figure. But I like to keep to myself. Plus my hair was naturally blonde unlike my mother's peroxide bleached hair that comes out of bottles and pricey extensions. Actually, dad and Alex both have brown hair so I don't know how I have blonde hair. For months, I even checked the roots of my hair to find some sort of discoloration to prove that even my hair was bleached. But in vain.<br /> My mom was the stereotypical cheerleader in high school while my dad was the “douche” and quarterback. Apparently they want me to be like them, and social hierarchy exists in packs as well. And my brother is following our parents footsteps, sleeping with more than half of the population, while I'm not.<br /> They revel in attention and bullying people who are lower than them, as they say. To the outside world, my family and I love each other. On the inside it’s an extreme hate relationship, something the pack is aware of except for the Alpha and Luna.<br /> If they knew the truth, my parents, Tiffany and Mark, would lose their respect and beloved Alex's position would be taken away from him. Which would obviously take his popularity down a notch. Horrifying for him. Entertaining for me.<br /> Anyways, today is also the soon-to-be Alpha's eighteenth birthday. James Rodriguez.<br /> Sometimes I wonder how someone as sweet and kind as Diana and George, produce a kid like James.<br /> In short, James is the snobby player. It’s actually really surprising how none of the girls are pregnant yet...<br /> Back to me, I dressed up with more care than usual. I wore a baby pink sundress with black gladiator sandals. I applied a bit of winged liner to make my eyes pop. I've always read stories about loving mates. Who knows how much of it is true? For all I know, it’s some made up fantasy to make mates seem like the ultimate endgame. Maybe one day, I would meet my mate and then we could run away towards the sunset............or something, I don't really care.<br /> Apparently, all mates are compatible with their other half. It’s like love at first sight and the males getting all possessive about their mates is very appealing and a turn on, or so I've heard.<br /> It's all hearsay. And I think it’s stupid. It’s like the males are all custom made robots. Why else would their behavior be so alike?<br /> And there was a paragraph about heat and shifting and marking. Maybe, my mate's gonna go all caveman on me and tear my throat out.<br /> I'm just kidding, morbid thoughts on my birthday are kind of my thing. And its wishful thinking. I don't care. He might even be an omega and I still wouldn't care. Even if he's a human, it wouldn't matter. And if he's not in this pack then..... Oh well... It's better for me. I don't want to stay in a pack where I have no respect and people treat me bad. Status had once mattered to me. But when you have parents like mine, you kind of start praying not to ever be like them.<br /> Not once did they look at me but of course, Alexander was doted on by everyone. Kids. Parents. Friends. You name it.<br /> Apparently, it's because he's a boy. And according to my mother, girls are good for getting screwed, getting hit on, obeying their men, acting flirty along, and popping out heirs.<br /> And lucky for you all, my mother happens to be exhibit A.<br /> You should all be jealous because it's not everyday that you have a live walking, talking example to show the word and tell them what a hoe your mother is.<br /> Third Person POV <br /> Nikolina walked to school as she was not allowed a car. Though Alex was the proud owner of a shiny Silver Volvo. Double standards were very common in the Reed family. She had always wanted her own car, something that was a stunning shade of bright canary yellow, but that dream was nowhere close to becoming a reality.<br /> All of a sudden, she smelt an amazing scent; peppermint and honey. Lydia purred and rolled around in happiness, barely able to contain her excitement.<br /> On searching for the source, her eyes met warm, hazel orbs. His eyes expressed lust and adoration as they raked all over her body.<br /> Realization finally hit her hard when she saw that James-freaking-Rodriguez was her mate! The next Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack. And he was Portia's long-standing boyfriend.<br /> You know what he did next? James went back to groping the head cheerleader. “Portia.... “ Oh, sorry. Rookie mistake. Portia Scott.<br /> Tears threatened to fall while her wolf Lydia whimpered, seeing her mate touch another...<br /> “Our mate is beautiful.” James's wolf, Jace said. Nikolina was more than just beautiful. Many males of the pack thought she was gorgeous but never mentioned it out loud due to the fear of facing Alex's wrath. Alex was the one to start it all: the petty insults, the hateful words and making an outcast out of her. Others had just followed his footsteps. And of course, some of the girls were shallow enough to find happiness by making Nikolina feel miserable, because they were insecure about themselves.<br /> But the main issue was, though James thought Nikolina was pretty, he would never accept her as his mate and Luna. Though she was Beta Mark's daughter and was of high status, both him and his ego considered her a nobody. He knew about the insults and he had done it as well. In his eyes, she was worthless and all everyone ever did was talk down on her and she never fought back.<br /> He couldn't have a... thing like that as his mate. Beauty just wasn't enough for him, being a ruthless woman was a requirement.<br /> “She might be beautiful but I don't want her. She's a nobody. If people know that she is my mate, I would become the laughing stock of my pack. Seriously, people walk all over her. She can never be my Luna.” That was the thought going through his mind as he sucked on Portia's neck hard enough to bruise.<br /> “Ow! You're hurting me, boo! You know Kelly has my concealer today.” Portia whined but still made no move to shove James away. She just proceeded to grind her lower body into James and trying to get as close as humanly possible without getting rid of her clothes in public.<br /> James finally pried Portia off his body and walked towards his mate. In some ways, Portia was like a bloodsucking leech or an annoying wart, never leaving without a fight.<br /> “Baby, where are you going? I need you!” Her voice was like a cat dragging its claws across a board.<br /> James just signalled her to shut up before walking towards his mate. He would do the right thing, of course, as the future Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack and give Nikolina what she deserves.<br /> He stopped in front of her and asked, “What's your name?”<br /> “Nikolina,” she stated. He soon noticed that she had no friends and no car and he felt the curious stares on his back as everyone's attention was on him.<br /> “I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ As he rejected her, Jace whimpered and cowered. And James felt bad but he knew this was the right thing to do for himself and the pack. From his perspective, Nikolina was someone who brought out the worst in people and Portia was way more deserving to be his mate and Luna, considering that she was fearless and wasn't afraid to fight dirty for her rights.<br /> James was an egoistic douche bag who mistook petty behavior for fearless but he was blinded by the greed for power and popularity.<br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. She would have collapsed if not for the anger that surged through her. She was furious. At James. The Moon Goddess. Not realizing how painful rejection was. Her fate. It was a never ending list.<br /> It felt like she was being drowned in liquid bleach, her lungs burned and she saw red. Anger took over the pain she was feeling and she didn't want to give him the satisfaction of knowing how hurt she was.<br /> Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> “I, Nikolina Reed, accept your rejection as my mate and Alpha. I sincerely hope you get the clap!”<br /> With that, she turned on her heel and left the school premises.<br /> “Who needs a mate? Especially someone like James. People like him need girls like Portia by their sides, who cater to their whims and needs and whatever freaky carnal desire they might have.” Nikolina thought darkly. She wasn't going to give in to her pain and this rejection was the final push that encouraged her to chase after her freedom and break bonds with the family who had clipped off her wings.<br /> James felt a tiny bit of hurt realizing that she didn't even think twice before accepting the rejection and all he could wonder was how did she not burst into tears or grovel at his feet to take her back. Jace did not talk. He just whimpered, feeling the loss of his mate. Before James could think of it anymore, Portia dragged him to an empty classroom to distract her beloved Jamie boo. It seemed as if James wasn't the least bit affected by the incident with Nikolina, because his actions didn't falter as he hitched Portia's skirt up and ripped her panties, drilling her like an animal and releasing himself on her clothes and face as he left her alone to clean up.<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> “Well, he can go drill his toy as much as he wants.” I thought darkly while making my way towards home. All Lydia did was whimper. The moment I saw James, I knew something like this was bound to happen. You don't have any expectations when someone like him is supposed to be your destined mate. He was born with a big ego and he can just stuff it up his.<br /> “Maybe he regrets hurting us, you know.” Lydia whimpered.<br /> Before I could reply, searing hot pain flooded my senses. I felt myself fall on the pavement and the pain started to become more intense. It is obvious, isn't it? He's already drilling someone just minutes after rejecting me. It felt like my body was set on fire and the blistering flames charred my skin.<br /> I slowly got up and almost keeled over as my vision turned white. Dizziness washed over me. I had to clench my fists and dig my fingers hard enough to draw blood. Getting away from him and this stupid pack is my best bet. He was doing it intentionally considering the fact he knows that we're both connected unless one of us dies or gets marked by another. Walking never felt so strenuous and with every step I had to force myself to not curl up on the pavement and cry. I know I deserve someone better but I did want to cry my pain away.<br /> After what seemed like hours, the pain slowly ebbed away. Painful times ahead. The only problem is that the mate bond doesn't break even after being rejected. Only if the rejected is marked by the first mate or by another, or if one of the mates die, will the bond break.<br /> I entered my house and went to my room to pack my bags. You know, in every werewolf story the rejected mate writes letters before leaving. There's no logic to it. I mean, don't you get it? No one cares if you leave. No one cares if you die. No one cares if you slit your throat or get molested or murdered. That's the harsh truth. Why should I open my feelings on a letter make them feel pity? I can just run away and live my best life, away from them. It's not like they will send out search teams for you.<br /> I don't want pity. I can do better than that. I picked up my red lipstick and wrote in capitals before leaving. I know I'm dramatic but it serves them right. They'll remember this for years to come: women can walk away without feeling a twinge of guilt or regret.<br /> Showing vulnerability would only make me seem weak and I've let people walk over me way too many times.<br /> My mom was probably busy getting her hair done or something. That's the only thing she ever does. Or her nails. Or maybe she was out shopping with snobby people like herself. It's obvious that birds of a feather flock together. The only thing I ever liked about her is that she cooked for us, sometimes. Mom made a mean lasagna.<br /> Dad was probably with Alpha George. That's usually where he is. But then again, he also has this terrible habit of getting drunk during daylight hours. And once he even groped some other girl in front of the whole pack. Mom turned an ugly shade of red as she kicked him in the crotch. Those were the good days. It was fun when he laid on the couch with a bag of frozen peas on his groin and mom was nowhere around.<br /> Leaving was better for me anyway. Nothing was tying me down to this place. No friends. No proper family. I would be doing myself and them a favor.<br /> I took my dad's sleek black Porsche for my escapade. I might as well leave loaded and in style, besides it's high time I had a car.<br /> Just as I reached the pack border, I said, “I, Nikolina Reed, break all ties with the Solaris Eclipse Pack.” The patrol guards looked at me, but its not like they would stop me.<br /> The pack links broke and with that I revved up the engine and sped through the borders, driving towards my new life. A better life. It was a blessing that this pack did not care enough to stop me.<br /> <br /> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><br /> Keep the story going! Download our app and listen to the rest of the audiobook ID:99168.	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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	What2628-eng	117	https://facebook.com/100093514056404	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	Picks001	48	https://facebook.com/100094268485917	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. 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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. 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1952699	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792945	1201	1126958638403973	1	1.5656303909666E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	157195539464	Pegasus Theatre, Dallas	6596409187789	onthestage.tickets	Learn more		NONE	image	Laugh At New Comedies!	Tickets are available now! Dates: Aug 03 - Aug 23 2024	https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/theatre-three/66915d8fb72f6e15cc85800a/tickets		1722547437	157195539464	Pegasus Theatre, Dallas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453626134_514670221064338_3517841867273582131_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R5GBGLb-39UQ7kNvgE9O-5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCAod_usuSkxzZpwL9DECx4NLJR3-Cl6AG6d8wqj0XsPg&oe=66B1E38D	person_profile	0	Pegasus Theatre	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453920942_516907997443810_1386549331015764807_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CGYrSYjvPkkQ7kNvgGI89IK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDxxL3v67tktdShF70pgWQE6izw-yVzZGEJOpjhP-o-ZQ&oe=66B1DC05	0	3	Join us for a tongue-in-cheek evening with one of the world’s most talked-about organs! <br /> <br /> You’ll learn more than you ever wanted to know in this interactive celebration of manhood’s most controversial symbol. <br /> <br /> At once Shakespearean and sassy, crude and classy, it'll will win your hearts and warm your cockles, as you examine the trials and tribulations of day-to-day life as an organ.<br /> <br /> Directed by:<br /> Becki MacDonald<br /> <br /> Starring:<br /> Kelly Moore Clarkson<br /> Hadley Shipley<br /> <br /> Location:<br /> This performance will take place in Theatre Too, located downstairs at Theatre Three.<br /> <br /> About Pegasus:<br /> Pegasus Theatre produces new and original comedies to inspire and cultivate North Texas artists and to entertain, enlighten, and engage our community.	Pegasus Theatre, Dallas	2846	https://facebook.com/pegasustheatredallas	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952559	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792945	1201	7888896101145908	1	7.1077383119255E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212801464450036	www.kellylwellness.com	Learn more		NONE	video			https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop		1722466438	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251000_465453966295612_3497246082146469647_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=T5TLeaMli9MQ7kNvgECqE2n&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAefCkvxOWV61NugEXmT9wHdpvBfkqnYpumh77XNJo67g&oe=66B1E253	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453536494_826420922928865_5704032448161912902_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7ARSgms80pEQ7kNvgFyv9LE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAKLDMjLlQrvJltPpsAbvdixr3hLoWw_F_KfTQK2te3vA&oe=66B1F0A9	0	3	None of the diets out there designed for women who struggle with binge eating and overeating.<br /> <br /> That's why I created a free training to help women retrain their brain so they can finally be binge-free.<br /> <br /> Click Learn More to grab your spot.	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952925	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792945	1201	451831851009000	1	3.2495024338296E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	103670398912153	Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ	120212104855210439	handandstonebookings.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Bye-Bye Fine Lines & Eye Bags 👋🏽 Now $50 OFF!	Limited time offer for new clients only!	https://handandstonebookings.com/desertridge-facial636344		1722519031	1.0367039891215E+14	Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453744751_867268575289243_8959028137295751936_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=v3n9NpWrasUQ7kNvgEsf7x3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYByoUqyghjWaHLfDqfyBLzbs4tkjxlk3PDYM7V3GgmYvA&oe=66B1DF89	person_profile	0	Hand and Stone Desert Ridge	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262289_1263425631734840_9165354047078776989_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uDSpBZfuDJYQ7kNvgFyOFqh&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCFQrL1GnehqIvWEM5FqdmbomfknVBcZTjsFJKiSpEMdw&oe=66B1FA8F	0	3	Phoenix🎉 LOVES Cryofacials! 🎉<br /> “Finally a natural alternative to toxic injections and surgery… it nearly eliminated my fine lines and wrinkles” - Kelly D.<br /> <br /> The Cryofacial treatment is a painless, non-surgical solution to younger, brighter, tighter skin.<br /> It can help 💥REDUCE💥 signs of aging, improve wrinkles and lift areas on the face and neck.<br /> <br /> By using this breakthrough technology to naturally increase blood flow and collagen production to the treated area(s), our clients have toned & tightened their face and necks and loved their results.<br /> <br /> We’re SO excited to introduce Cryofacial to the area that we’re offering new clients a Free Consultation + $50 OFF your first Cryoskin Facial session<br /> <br /> 🔹 No Side Effects🔹 No Pain🔹 No Recovery Time🔹<br /> <br /> Schedule an initial consultation to meet with our Cryoskin Specialist to learn how Cryoskin can help you achieve your skin goals!<br /> <br /> 👇 Click “Learn More” below to claim this offer so we can help you reach your goals! 👇<br /> <br /> Please Note: Limited complimentary consultations available. Book now to secure your free consultation today!	Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Desert Ridge, Phoenix, AZ	109	https://facebook.com/handandstonephoenixdesertridge	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952932	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792945	1201	400516596375702	1	4.1128496527553E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	450532624984261	Bargain Booksy	6626226924521	BargainBooksy.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Bargain Booksy Giveaway!	Enter for a chance to win 15 FREE eBooks and a Kindle eReader!	https://www.bargainbooksy.com/young-adult-giveaway-080124		1722461341	4.5053262498426E+14	Bargain Booksy	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453722135_509320691495526_2123362742586002521_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Cwt0Y1cgp8UQ7kNvgESaSNk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBQzwtPDteG28_43cbaFAwzcyxBEAmYdT6kGNubGdRu0w&oe=66B1FFF0	person_profile	0	Bargain Booksy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453648241_1150817305983037_3592369813289624621_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HhTTGA1Pj-sQ7kNvgEm7GzT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA-UkF9P_mx6kmNg4AfZ-PpJWMYwx0nuTUC07wkzVreyw&oe=66B1F4FC	0	3	Enter to win a bundle of Young Adult eBooks! Winner will also receive a FREE Kindle!	Bargain Booksy	23134	https://facebook.com/bargainbooksy	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952794	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1162309681658634	1	7.8819134686246E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	126997507157767	SHORT TV	120209060506390284	xsrrq.i299sdgktl.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Unlock the secrets of The Unwanted Billionaire Heirs 🥰	💥 Billionaire Heirs: Unwanted Inheritance? Discover the Ultimate Solution for Your Legacy!	https://xsrrq.i299sdgktl.com/fb02.html?shorttv_adid=30468&language=en&timestamp=1721387850242&utm_source=facebook&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1722514137	1.2699750715777E+14	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453486205_871573104837396_7015142308468454773_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Pi9F3_YZA9AQ7kNvgF7NwkJ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAyyESt5WXZ0k8X-9N7UtTDoL62GDJHfsQIAAd9zx5AwA&oe=66B1F5B2	person_profile	0	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508441_783007117246690_8976735392697746680_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GNXFEboPKwYQ7kNvgHefHQq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCH0XcVTJ99FRHZz2u-5374EFOgJ7nPkg8FjBCzn2t9KA&oe=66B1EF1C	0	3	The Unwanted billionaire Heires🥰	SHORT TV	430883	https://facebook.com/61551042265812	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952660	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792945	1201	500908752482278	1	1.1244024619586E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	315430924979565	Hair by Kelly	120211187377750433		Call now		NONE	image	Hair by Kelly	Expert hair services & training by Kelly. Elevate your style today!			1722449198	3.1543092497956E+14	Hair by Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384450_288258741017476_2839811485649109725_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XUUoeS79ScgQ7kNvgHEu5N9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB_I-bGYFDnz2jJJzLlhWMVdGbVxECQoTPSccttygNbnw&oe=66B1DBF1	person_profile	0	Hair by Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453744955_360120620311094_462186448500548915_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JVIFNAkiyWUQ7kNvgEtt_yi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDOhQxMmy0MWdYw1Zt9YtrVMNTcQHX8cqjKR6Sj4cqcDg&oe=66B20154	0	3	🌟 Master Balayage & Ombré with Kelly! 🌟<br /> <br /> Are you dreaming of achieving a monthly income of over $10,000 by elevating your hairstyling career? This is your opportunity to turn that dream into reality with Kelly, a renowned hairstylist with over 14 years of experience, for an immersive 3-days intensive training session. Whether you're looking for one-on-one guidance or prefer learning in a group of three, this course will refine your skills and boost your confidence.<br /> Training in English and Vietnamese<br /> <br /> What You’ll Learn!<br /> • Specialized Techniques:<br /> o Master the art of Balayage and Ombré.<br /> o In-depth lessons on freehand painting and foil techniques.<br /> o Hair structure, types, and levels of damage.<br /> o Consultation and diagnosis.<br /> • Career Boost:<br /> o Gain the expertise to stand out in the competitive world of hairstyling.<br /> o How to build a successful business.<br /> o Pricing your services.<br /> o Aftercare and selling your own products.<br /> <br /> Why Choose This Training?<br /> • Hands-On Experience: Get practical experience and personalised feedback to perfect your technique.<br /> • Expert Guidance: Learn from a seasoned professional who has mastered the latest trends and styles.<br /> • Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded stylists and expand your professional network.<br /> <br /> What’s Included?<br /> • Application Kit<br /> • Hair Products (lightening and colours)<br /> • Practicing on Real Model<br /> • Unlimited Coaching<br /> • Access to Purchase Professional Products<br /> <br /> 💼 Attention Recent Graduates and Early-Career Stylists!<br /> This training is specially designed for those new to the industry or with a few years of experience. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and distinguish yourself in the beauty industry!<br /> <br /> 📍 Location: 3183 Main Street Vancouver BC (Inside Dapper Barber Lounge)<br /> 📞 Contact: (604) 353-6151<br /> 📧 Email: kelly@hairbykelly.ca<br /> <br /> 🔗 Register now and take the first step towards mastering the art of hair colouring!<br /> <br /> #BalayageTraining #OmbreMastery #HairbyKelly #VancouverHairstylist #HairColourTraining #Hairstyling #CreativeGrowth #CareerBoost #VancouverBeauty #HairEducation #SalonSkills	Hair by Kelly	1	https://facebook.com/hairbykelly.ca	CALL_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952734	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792945	1201	457468177102552	1	8.5240847636102E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	132780049909966	Picks003	120212842751600664	a.topicksapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.topicksapp.com/ad/Y2hvaWNlcy8yNTk1NzcvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1NDkvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505393	1.3278004990997E+14	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453612812_1603220113588699_1221031102623741691_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dO9WwInP5jIQ7kNvgHt7WEu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlkb0At5sXUF8aMjjBI_AtTVwM5D4M-I7pdJknQPHJlw&oe=66B1DD35	person_profile	0	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453410940_500451959301750_5272205472652209030_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aKZYtzJmnQcQ7kNvgF3aWbY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDCSFyAmuFj8Wv-sthaQbeQJbK7DcW5Xu_dJqZdmHLyLg&oe=66B20E00	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952917	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792945	1201	497831565943353	1	7.9752579591262E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	902642689857462	Improv Cincinnati	6566488245522		Learn more		NONE	image			https://www.improvcincinnati.com/shows		1722520259	9.0264268985746E+14	Improv Cincinnati	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453402816_3790396094551285_4869343127154507434_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UvWUTcdVl0cQ7kNvgGYMzrT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDvyAYKZYLo4LlmZrYxrB9k4WGxU1Uw0kfSOOONHWJVgg&oe=66B1E87A	person_profile	0	Improv Cincinnati	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453633322_1564580380789525_6025382199909846841_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SnhkLra-VPkQ7kNvgE9aPOZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD8haY8P6UitqKYHZuZbl--ydVgKD7rSnQFcSX-Mg064Q&oe=66B1FE49	0	3	YES, more amazing shows THIS WEEKEND AT IC...<br /> <br /> THU 7:30 - CATALYST Comedy Show + Improv Jam. A dynamic mix of fresh faces and seasoned veterans, featuring Catalyst team TNT, then a "Short Stack" of improv all-stars: Alex Folk, Ben Bradley, Chance Kilgour, Evan Beckmeyer, Kelly Gruber, Liz Bevis, Molly Blackburn. Stick around for an all-play long form jam where anyone can join the fun – or just watch and enjoy!<br /> <br /> FRI 7:30 - COMEDYSPORTZ Cincinnati. Comedy as sport with two teams competing for your laughs and points. You decide who wins! Friendly for all ages.<br /> <br /> SAT 8:00 – HOT MIC Musical Improv Comedy. A new original musical, every single show. 100% improvised, including music, melody, lyrics, dialogue, plot, and dance... You won’t believe it even AFTER you’ve seen it!<br /> <br /> SAT 9:30 – QUEEN CITY CUP. Cheer on competition between comedy teams given different hilariously random challenges. The winning team returns for future matches in pursuit of The Cup!<br /> <br /> WANNA DO IMPROV? Registration is open for classes. Get the Early Bird discount through Sunday night. Sign up for laugh-out-loud fun, new friends, and personal development superpowers!<br /> <br /> Show tix: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.improvcincinnati.com%2Fshows&h=AT2-1SbVEj_nBX_lx_X7Xu8L3w6AyNCA2uq_lW9e0CxuZVV21QSDl03yDfqze7vMqxozUNO32GL0hNlhMr0-gNfocH90jrMO9IL5QrafN5fr3bwgWxT_h3SssxQ_ECL8S9w_yvxpvXsVsg" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.improvcincinnati.com/shows</a><br /> (IG – See bio for ticket link)	Improv Cincinnati	2081	https://facebook.com/improvcincinnati	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952788	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1030180688678739	1	1.0095471874857E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	178365122026820	Ory003	120211513574110488	b.mystoryapps.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.mystoryapps.com/ad/bXlzdG9yeS8yNTk1NjEvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1MzYvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505372	1.7836512202682E+14	Ory003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453327125_2006180146465536_4417017601047805655_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=et3CHk-r3CkQ7kNvgFk1ORj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCZ8RybltyMmxScCHl12qtn0PZTL2avFE52fhFRAGfS7w&oe=66B1FA4B	person_profile	0	Ory003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453305288_1490283578266591_943128607517099856_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I0RDaDoIDvQQ7kNvgE0MHkT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCqBvYJPjRZxmv-7w6lhUksc04j0gxB4QE6cAmx-91SvQ&oe=66B20B37	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952752	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792945	1201	513719941190305	1	4.8382257792594E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293000470691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415787	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453490185_379328831848996_2788160374175577398_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nyVUR5AprLYQ7kNvgGOBTC1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBeuS4iRt2eSPWdo8ksUjM5EFfLBKj08k3O0CIfUwXTmA&oe=66B20249	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453194188_516112560869073_766935406928338045_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Os59wdYZr1YQ7kNvgGJrbHQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAEq9miI59FIL5w-_1cgboen95-ScuuqO8pykVHLyS--g&oe=66B20B57	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952777	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	935971521875005	1	1.1780874101693E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534357240061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415792	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608325_381941574570949_3575096194132150816_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IMFoi_WHE1cQ7kNvgHsu-Ks&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBcNSWMSziIf-EvNp2rpPOjgS2FQ4pufYzPkWPw0Uj5TQ&oe=66B1DDC1	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453529114_369505739286394_6328452071765510832_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vXkktht-M7MQ7kNvgHKBX7p&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBee_GfX7AGtYRvBHvIvobkjYo-vlbqYDQOXf1kgRyyYw&oe=66B201DE	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952295	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792946	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952408	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792946	1201	1845192245947731	1	3.2584801384603E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142768980406	link.agent-crm.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR INDEXED UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	Click here for a personalized quote	https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/bookings/iul-calendar-kelly-smith		1722360817	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453408767_3935740566649120_919899085576014460_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rrdc5ZtmGFoQ7kNvgGQ-8sK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1W9aRbf4mRtqCpYlKo3rLV3rJ1IYw6tpTz5B4fM0HwA&oe=66B1ECAF	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453314621_956788282962737_2884576673239366119_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sN2bZoslfncQ7kNvgH9cb4E&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDHopv30pYXRCsgtVZuAxY7GgcgHvFMORow1MI0kgB7tg&oe=66B1F1D5	0	3	Most people don't invest because they are scared to lose what they have worked so hard for. IUL's eliminate loss while taking advantage of every opportunity to grow. <br /> <br /> Click the link below to learn more!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952416	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792946	1201	504757541948478	1	4.9047953349791E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262831110491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile		NONE	video			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768707	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452646133_1186045039292045_7270837264374619697_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LdllTaPwXV8Q7kNvgGhUfN1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDbiiNyF-c6shNACya0wU89OpaLSZT6VPlIKbgZuPpa6g&oe=66B1E491	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452581371_415991284131297_4775366351941103718_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wLJQUsuKgCcQ7kNvgFD874i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAlkJMYIzezeh0ZDjlii2iWXm6DuII-fUP0hAeI8leSFQ&oe=66B1E5FE	0	3	Your perfect gown awaits. Shop the Kelly Faetanini Reign collection and explore a vast array of fully customizable gowns to express your unique style. Thoughtfully designed and expertly crafted ~ to be distinctively you.	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952459	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792946	1201	1215301869658129	1	7.9547551256877E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142769670406	link.agent-crm.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR INDEXED UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	Click here for a personalized quote	https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/bookings/iul-calendar-kelly-smith		1722360791	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453509772_1028328125480425_2549017193675346590_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jsqcwsz0Q3sQ7kNvgGqSPNN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCiji8I_JLPYeuLJko_p4DNMDTyVqYiQcLSPCutGZ4gXg&oe=66B1F83F	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453265145_1988588601559835_7844011353773766818_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-it5alddRVkQ7kNvgFKCGzZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCM4oanDjNn37FY0epFnqmdSiBJrqXMpF9sAO3lf1nepg&oe=66B1DC88	0	3	Most people don't invest because they are scared to lose what they have worked so hard for. IUL's eliminate loss while taking advantage of every opportunity to grow. <br /> <br /> Click the link below to learn more!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952461	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792946	1201	410692338057977	1	3.6978152587182E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100746660078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	❌ No Drugs ❌ No Surgery ❌ No Pain		https://calldrkelly.com/knee-pain-specialist		1721742644	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452477569_450217444504730_8530026556269870817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vYT6ydtEklEQ7kNvgEtJcT-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB0avM6_EQ9IpGIlITw92gy2lm6AhOp2o05YyjyNVBKOQ&oe=66B1DAAF	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452263051_1432434194134765_2776398113995406947_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VmNNf8T9wHQQ7kNvgHzghCs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKkaIzft-ZN7n5RtuVsb2Jj8feL3fIsBe1xoHikNUegA&oe=66B2033B	0	3	Walking With Chronic Knee Pain Can Really Hurt… It's time for a change… Our revolutionary 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ is here to help identify the root cause of chronic knee pain and find lasting relief… …without Medication, Injections, Or Surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ to find out more.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952486	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	2166721650512559	1	1.5401378966309E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100645640078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	A New Way To Treat Peripheral Neuropathy		https://calldrkelly.com/the-truth-about-peripheral-neuropathy		1721741518	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452632380_7900673250011743_2371714560975547897_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Wz1nhOhvsgQ7kNvgGfIYEy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAXWox91i50nDckIsduc2tvXnGf7Jy0pz5zFSVTqdteOw&oe=66B206DA	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452644270_1022099146299061_415137448058366036_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zTgBkxcPtUAQ7kNvgFJRge8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD54VHPEOz1NqAMux_qmwho1L5fN9jOCmWYZxRlSfJVfA&oe=66B20AA5	0	3	Numbness, Tingling or Pain In Your Hands Or Feet Could Be Peripheral Neuropathy Over 20 million people suffer from peripheral neuropathy and there is hope Introducing the 29 Point Sensory Exam™ This revolutionary exam is the secret to reducing pain, stiffness, and muscle weakness in your hands or feet without the need for medication, injections, or surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a FREE Consultation to find out more. https://calldrkelly.com/peripheral-neuropathy	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952490	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	3776215442634520	1	2.8360709965495E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324238487447980	Sarvanga Yoga	120210930088050250	sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Limited Slots Available	{{product.description}}	https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/		1722300595	3.2423848744798E+14	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453240400_342318032274690_3847056625433195150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vvUQW-ocSKMQ7kNvgGVAaYE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBVXse7Zx4X0Q85nLcoPh_T4lqFiklLlsbr_UatjYcf5w&oe=66B1E28A	person_profile	0	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453177662_1161511441799498_1314602749670039950_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tLBrorfo7AsQ7kNvgFaGEIA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA93vVbbL0QcN8_o3dlTycTWNy3NWc9A9fWVnpvE_TWhA&oe=66B1FAC2	0	3	Dive deeper into yoga's essence with Godfrey Devereux in DC! 🌟 Join us for 'The Heart of Yoga' workshop focusing on Bandhas, Pranayama, and Spiritual Embodiment. Don't miss this transformative experience. Click the link below to secure your spot! Learn more by clicking the link given below https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/ . . . #sarvangayoga #heartofyoga #yoga #yogaworkshop #workshop #Godfery	Sarvanga Yoga	39	https://facebook.com/sarvangayogaofficial	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952508	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	1408355236477098	1	3.6325734663862E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120211007932240606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/chinenye-set		1722522526	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453433466_1910131909408032_2513729727634105014_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H5-tmxLk31MQ7kNvgHFf3vr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvjkj1HVh-ukHBABhS_W-KSETGkq4NAo0J0tHVm1-IIA&oe=66B20F1B	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453773238_412522487907413_5608460716079541205_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uM-5G5VweVkQ7kNvgGFn_j3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCyp4E2voe1ik2lLExakJ9A-XxhFhRG7nutT_1e6dq29A&oe=66B1F39B	0	3	This fit is IT ❤️❤️ Loving this perfect summertime look styled by @missolivee. Use the code LuxeLiv20 for 20% off at KellyObi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂 #TapToShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952531	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	1466296417582366	1	1.540485250228E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	239560782783498	Kelly Fidel	6617490590556	thepowerhouseceo.com	Learn more		NONE	image	ONE Micro Offer Gets NEW Automatic Clients 24/7..	Discover how to create a paid micro offer that attracts clients every single day, grows a list of buyers, covers your ad costs, and upgrades a never-ending stream of clients into your premium coaching and courses.	https://www.thepowerhouseceo.com/micro-offer-method		1722019731	2.395607827835E+14	Kelly Fidel	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453034190_883058387186819_8711480235634893611_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nt7CotKjv-oQ7kNvgFCBW9V&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCQ44lr0ft3zRir2E5LeriR9YwTl1huGEtVkv6x9mMiBQ&oe=66B1ECC3	person_profile	0	Kelly Fidel-The Powerhouse CEO	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452954320_1457030709026173_5251120718399465772_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CUpT_s2cAN4Q7kNvgEe20Ng&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB0ag2VWkS-QI27HOd2gSuE60q2th7l8pl4kx6T0S0oCw&oe=66B1E180	0	3	Are you tired of giving away freebies to tire kickers & leads that never convert?<br /> <br /> I get it. The constant follow ups, unopened emails and a list of "consumers" instead of action takers.<br /> <br /> You are meant for more!<br /> <br /> It's time to REPLACE your frustration with a simple strategy to fill your premium coaching programs and courses every month - without endless sales calls or wasting money on ads..<br /> <br /> When you sell your own micro offer, it's like a selling machine that works 24/7 for you and…<br /> <br /> ➡️ Brings NEW sales every day <br /> ➡️ Grows your list of buyers (free) <br /> ➡️ Upgrades a stream of clients into your premium offers. <br /> <br /> ❌ No more sales calls<br /> ❌ No more posting on social media<br /> ❌ No selling in DMs<br /> ❌ No more freebie seekers<br /> <br /> It simple, fast, works in almost any industry + takes less than 1 hour to create...<br /> <br /> You'll know exactly how to add new BUYERS every day and ONE micro offer is ALL you need right now.<br /> <br /> 💡 Discover my secret weapon to instant customers . . so you can acquire new clients, daily on autopilot...<br /> <br /> For a limited time, you can access the Micro Offer Method for just $17. <br /> <br /> 🔗 <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thepowerhouseceo.com%2Fmicro-offer-method&h=AT0om02Jwht5b6nhMAY-23tgRYSaoetJrmSjdwlfmVfc-MAwLtM5kSIY9r3YlYGHjk41_T7t71kVz5hBJGCTq_IDA_hI5nnhDJQ9NkkJGJ7Kv1QmhED-kTZf73ikABrWTPcrQ1qUhSQajA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.thepowerhouseceo.com/micro-offer-method</a>	Kelly Fidel	8951	https://facebook.com/kellyfidelfan	LEARN_MORE	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952539	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	850151340372572	2	4.4966870238887E+15	1722236400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212726160120036				NONE	video					1722139224	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453434050_1746383259439405_1546653881891498848_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s8pTRhYtJNsQ7kNvgFJhLcu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCr8WlDkhsM4b6-f_fKn6hTe1gudVH_Hle1xPz4AWxiFg&oe=66B1E374	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453092662_1487292251914061_2207331605762623084_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WAbK2KsRxjgQ7kNvgF31ORn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBZxmjbTu47C3r6HxX42CnImU1aDPmAzCA4trjziwbIEQ&oe=66B1FE94	0	3	Eating when you’re tired, bored, stressed?<br /> <br /> It’s not about the food. Food is a symptom, not the root problem.<br /> <br /> So when we keep trying to fix what’s going on underneath the hood by trying to avoid bread…<br /> <br /> … no wonder we can’t stop binging and overeating 🤔<br /> <br /> Want to know why you eat when you’re not hungry and get tips to stop?<br /> <br /> 👉 comment ‘QUIZ’ and I’ll send you a DM with my quiz in your inbox so you can end the fight with food<br /> <br /> #bingeeatinghelp #foodfreedom #mindfuleating #stopovereating #overeatinghelp #mindfuleatingtips	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness		1722063600	View Edit Delete
1952547	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	8035333936512053	1	1.7031837837697E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	104810755138937	PelviBiz	120211035076450745	pelvichealthbusiness.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Master Teletherapy with Our Free Webinar		https://www.pelvichealthbusiness.com/teletherapy-webinar-81524687553		1722366779	1.0481075513894E+14	PelviBiz	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453220962_1010191227048491_972109183779674445_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R-hsie9LscYQ7kNvgH6c3Vo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDcUkOB3beJ274V-Awgnl88FOlFucqAadoBMZmBiMUTuw&oe=66B1E6E7	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Alhooie \| Business coach for Pelvic Health Providers	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453050096_1628799504574425_2137719963284384159_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wALQs-gM6jUQ7kNvgEgO9Pn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCBES80IcWNls9OWRzMXJ-J5Mh1uJ1vPqB6RLvZfqWj4g&oe=66B1E56E	0	3	Are you a pelvic health therapist looking to expand your practice and offer effective, hands-free teletherapy sessions with confidence?<br /> <br /> Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best!<br /> <br /> In this FREE webinar, Dr. Kelly Alhooie will guide you on how to structure and deliver teletherapy sessions that are just as effective as in-person visits.<br /> <br /> What You'll Learn:<br /> <br /> ✔️ Strategies for hands-free teletherapy<br /> ✔️ Tips for effective session structuring<br /> ✔️ Confidence-boosting techniques to enhance your practice<br /> <br /> 🔒 Spots are limited! Secure your place now by registering today!<br /> <br /> REGISTER NOW!<br /> <br /> Transform your practice with teletherapy and help more patients than ever before! 🌟	PelviBiz	382	https://facebook.com/pelvibiz	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952556	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	381030121348437	1	1.743347766197E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908012320272				NONE	video					1722287545	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453398438_1589769274909360_1276093540438514677_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9XEhmmk_VeEQ7kNvgFY9qcU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBpjTKUQJ7znznu_MQsf3HpSnSGQ36d3-Ilw_Kuz-wQGA&oe=66B20BA4	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453390746_464620309805234_4493058564142734121_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WT3AmxRdJdwQ7kNvgHp7ti9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCMkvI5SVIeB7ElAAXxdlzgBEtySgCOYAHzHG79Ex5Zyw&oe=66B205FF	0	3	👉 Imagine having a website that truly reflects your expertise, your unique style, and brings in dream clients effortlessly 🙌 <br /> <br /> <br /> Imagine an online presence that leaves a lasting impression, a brand that stands out and beautifully showcases the high-end wedding services you offer. <br /> <br /> DIY websites are a great start for wedding pros. <br /> But if you’re feeling like…<br /> <br /> 👉 Your current branding is generic and not high-end <br /> 👉 Your website doesn’t attract the high quality leads you want <br /> 👉 Your SEO is falling short (or maybe is non-existent) <br /> <br /> And you truly want to elevate your wedding business to its next level - it’s time for a big change when it comes to your marketing 💯<br /> <br /> That’s where I come in ☺️<br /> <br /> As a brand and website designer, I create strategy-first designs that elevate your wedding business. I’ve helped over 50 wedding professionals refine their marketing, attract dream clients and explode their revenue - without spending hours trying to DIY-it and figure it out themselves. <br /> <br /> My custom website packages are perfect for wedding professionals who want to: <br /> 🌟 Make strong first impressions with a cohesive, upscale brand. <br /> 🌟 Drive organic leads with SEO strategies that bring clients to you. <br /> 🌟 Focus on your craft while I handle your online presence.<br /> <br /> I know that telling love stories is your passion - but chasing clients with a DIY website? Not so much. <br /> <br /> It’s time to elevate your online presence and let your website do the heavy lifting. Let me help you build an online presence that brings more leads, more dream clients, and big results. <br /> <br /> Ready to elevate your wedding business?<br /> 👉 DM me for more details or visit my website: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fkellyryann.com%2F&h=AT2UQ0EmcRZNTNa-hELzG3QN36oOoSnDRFdcGd_ScV1GFHvdmf1LAQ7e7wiAhTbYg_WKkluT8AEv7rz0gLSu_AM_ZKmPMk16a_Wkqh_LpeGGkDHVE7jhn6N2Eh_mtYk0oQogrWN9xflS6g" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://kellyryann.com/</a>	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952563	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	8020298361392576	1	4.816459345101E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212726387600036	www.kellylwellness.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Women Go From 'Food Obsessed' to Free From Late-Night Binging		https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop		1722142416	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453412649_977609930812191_3673437242083317256_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sWDd4al3npYQ7kNvgHPlLEF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC6xTSA329D2VDZDmQDBROMvX4w8zwTOYyCXwXypsiRlQ&oe=66B1E607	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453077561_499087579468915_43991547509978679_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5I-c8lBGOn4Q7kNvgELHY5L&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDmCpMux7rotjIqCu7_A9D3Ah2N0Uuzw6OQMvtWAqQnQQ&oe=66B1DF04	0	3	This is how women who 'overeat' go from food obsessed to free from late-night binging without giving up their favorite foods.<br /> <br /> Here's a trend that seems to be happening.<br /> <br /> Women are bouncing between dieting and binging.<br /> <br /> They try to "eat perfect"<br /> <br /> But when they "mess up" they say F'it and just keep eating.<br /> <br /> The true problem is they don't understand the root cause of their binging.<br /> <br /> I was the same way for 12 years.<br /> <br /> And all the diets that I tried and "failed"...<br /> <br /> None of them are designed for a woman who struggles with binging.<br /> <br /> Because struggling with binging isn't just about finding the right diet.<br /> <br /> It's about healing the root cause of binging in the first place.<br /> <br /> Once I understood why I felt so out of control around food, I broke free from binge eating + overeating.<br /> <br /> I created a free training for women to retrain their brain.<br /> <br /> So they can finally feel in control around food again.<br /> <br /> Click Learn More to grab your spot.<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kellylwellness.com%2Ffbworkshop&h=AT3r7CDN79vQzmQfoq14-vMbCIYaxxKTllMk1ssAvVdIvrYTaioFW1mloexEOZZk3FTZJbSB2ktPrub3q7acINl2uUgRHkrhwlViv13cOMEZ1gC0pprP0vC6lXCDwPHBDalR5riRLPQ5nA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop</a>	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	LEARN_MORE	1722063600	View Edit Delete
1952576	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	1037683214402410	1	9.9345352919160E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211156189620016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721751550	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452699018_968071608339789_4838573322218068914_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZsEeZywVSBgQ7kNvgEXlFR4&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC2gudG-aSLYRFFy-KhOytSl16J7-CiFggUlWfrkdZuZQ&oe=66B20DC7	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452745935_1206344110374238_8272972937855029236_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vV5SwGL1CkEQ7kNvgHLq63m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC_E_DDmFLd_JPz9YavXWsNMkI3qPZ90q9mjwKRJXH3Ug&oe=66B1F210	0	3	The straight up truth about women money and magnetism<br /> <br /> When you’re magnetic you know how to build and leverage the level of power within yourself and your company that yields a level of result with a level of ease 99% of people are still wishing for<br /> <br /> I remember back in 2020, I went on a trip to Miami. I was inside what I later learned was as an Oshun initiation before I launched Feminine Magic & Money (the most deeply spiritual and witchy side of my work) and I remember telling my mentor I wasn’t going to be on social for 2 weeks.<br /> <br /> She logically thought I was crazy for not sharing the vibes or leveraging my trip to sell and in that moment I didn’t care, nor did I have a worry about making money.<br /> <br /> I was tapped into a level of power where $ didn’t care how much I was doing. Money cared about the potency of frequency I was carrying. I made 40k in those 2 weeks offline.<br /> <br /> When I moved into the home I live in now, I got sick, it was the holidays and I chose to do only stories for a month and posted twice. I had a 100k month.<br /> <br /> A few days ago I was in Miami I felt the call to simply be present and not to be active on social. I made multiple 5 figs.<br /> <br /> Am I a smart woman who knows to match my magnetism with strategy for the highest level of consistent result? Of course.<br /> <br /> Do I see how much space I enjoy and how Im going to have team fill in the blanks? Naturally.<br /> <br /> And either way you better believe I’m going to enhance and leverage power inside myself and inside how I create content, market and sell so what I’ve already done works for me when I'm working and when I’m not- to always be magnetic to big money<br /> <br /> Why wouldn’t you make receiving the bag an easy game to play? 😉<br /> <br /> Inside the 7 Day Instant Access Activation Magnetic to Money you learn how to build and leverage the elite levels power that activate unforgettable content and catapult sales through pure frequency - consistently 🫦💦💰<br /> <br /> Click to learn more and lock in your savings now! ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952625	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792946	1201	7938561376233887	1	7.8779218322415E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120210459092040647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	🔥 Scorching HOT 6-Book Box Set! Billionaires, Bosses & Babies🔥	🔥Free on Kindle Unlimited❤️	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1HV3P1		1722422545	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453603355_806406467979688_9222265991156768439_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZeSFNDXw5cYQ7kNvgErQt9x&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAM0V_IxwLOwVC45IYH6u42RRzHakds2myT1lZ-oejGYg&oe=66B1E73A	person_profile	0	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453242124_1184242036185195_1555583809612728550_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8ZWMxgcJaYUQ7kNvgEHVGrj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCyvEnWpEF7ZhEE8FjgwXamtRMVurRVM-yUB0xWueS1tw&oe=66B1E6D0	0	3	Billionaires, Bosses, and Babies - 6-Book Box Set<br /> <br /> Scorching HOT books brimming with Billionaires, Bosses, and Babies in one ULTIMATE 6-book collection!<br /> <br /> This two-complete-series GIANT box set will keep you binge-reading as you laugh, cry, and fall in love all over again with these sometimes grumpy, bossy, but always loveable, handsome, sexy billionaires.<br /> <br /> Book 1: Falling Too Hard<br /> Grumpy detective meets his match in a feisty redhead who has sworn off relationships. She offers him a no-strings-attached affair but they are soon falling too hard.<br /> <br /> Book 2: Moving Too Fast<br /> Wealthy politician has his entire life planned out until he meets a petite but sassy bar owner who is everything he never thought he wanted! After a one-night stand and surprise pregnancy later, things are moving too fast when they marry to save his career.<br /> <br /> Book 3: Never Too Late<br /> After a brief but steamy affair while on vacation, a wealthy widow witnesses a murder, only to find the police detective sent to protect her is none other than her unforgettable lover. They get a second chance because, with love, it's never too late.<br /> <br /> Book 4: My Grumpy Fake Boyfriend<br /> Ex-football player attorney needs a girlfriend, so he can attend a couples retreat and be considered for partner at his firm. The only girl available is a frumpy nerd. He doubts anyone will believe he’s interested in her… that is, until her friends get involved, she shows up at the airport looking stunning!<br /> <br /> Book 5: Billionaire’s Bossy Proposition<br /> His sister’s beautiful attorney is confident in the courtroom but a disaster in the bedroom. This billionaire offers to help her find that elusive O - la la! One condition: He calls the shots in the bedroom.<br /> Book 6: Falling For My Billionaire Boss<br /> Days in the office lead to steamy nights in each other’s arms until a surprise pregnancy ends with a marriage of convenience. This damaged billionaire thinks he’s incapable of love until he’s faced with a family he never thought he wanted.<br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0CW1HV3P1&h=AT1I_R96havrRs9LA9P0N_Gra0682Bgo6l4FTnv5DoDWx21ME-0j19TZNMvLWcFNL0Zjh4s5IfOFf6UlIk5f1Kgp4i-t5prhhiA8ZVOuL6bTplaAA3WooLxlfppIqfPXtu_pPTDk-nX4Ug" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW1HV3P1</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952654	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1008100283937720	1	5.0498191867805E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653848940128	kellywindowanddoor.com	Get quote		NONE	image	1000+ Happy Customers	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	https://www.kellywindowanddoor.com/windows/window-installation/		1721951226	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453070057_473721401948282_8153031641626637491_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xE-R658_qIMQ7kNvgHaZkkp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8wVsAK8oF5-ujuahB2ugw_iNQMzJuFq5Ym3UYecVnCA&oe=66B200A7	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452878340_474426175192311_4378657113021634929_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yv6Xp7qt7qUQ7kNvgEi-E9l&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBo5fKp2O4xmfZiJQ6tWqxUn7TBLcjQhZIMyIH7t6MhpQ&oe=66B1DCCA	0	3	Click below to schedule your FREE consultation and transform your home today👇<br /> <br /> Is it time to Replace The Windows & Doors? 🪟<br /> <br /> The Prices At Kelly Window and Door Are Lower Than You Think! 💸<br /> <br /> Check Out The Options Here!	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952656	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1165775101420362	1	8.3534128851283E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120209526955520647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited!	💔FREE ON KU	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ		1718881118	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448811706_437742039154556_2959175590677670211_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9hLKg_LEpMAQ7kNvgF4yKlN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDbmxKxP3L5qK8lZaBEeWk6r3khw6Za2Lg7XJTJ2OdkoA&oe=66B1E7E4	person_profile	0			0	3	Chase comes around the corner with only a white towel around his hips and he’s finally gotten a haircut. <br /> <br /> His black tribal tattoos stand out against his tanned shoulder. The smaller tattoo that barely shows above the white towel makes me want to trace the tattoo down to where it curls around his hip. <br /> <br /> Oh, Lordy. How can this handsome man be my husband? It feels suddenly very warm in the room. <br /> <br /> “Val, what did you think of your first day?”<br /> <br /> “I… I know I’m going to regret admitting this, but… I liked it.”<br /> <br /> “I knew it. I knew you’d like learning how to ride a motorcycle.”<br /> <br /> He picks me up and swirls me around the room. <br /> <br /> By the time he puts me down, I’m laughing and his towel is slipping. <br /> <br /> My eyes automatically go to the falling towel. I see his defined abs, his muscles stand out in hard relief. He has those lines on either side of his hips that make me want to swoon. <br /> <br /> The towel is now on the floor. And he’s um… I know I should pull my eyes away but…<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D36SMJPZ&h=AT1efcHKqtamhd6DKhAvlwaXGqVW8Nhul40qnd8s7BdeoCppusmPufzxQjLCeUiPBbPIhrvGMKSqbn2OyHCMP6pQZ4O7nmrEEkVCH8Y0WSbtAB2MnXHwp5c_jKuZUaX59h-3dOAn3a25zQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952661	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1705546543606234	1	2.1219278281786E+15	1721890800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	322958917565413	Kelly Chauke - Estrias e Melasma	120208977387530068	instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile		NONE	video			http://instagram.com/k.chauke_		1721249446	3.2295891756541E+14	Kelly Chauke - Estrias e Melasma	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451798448_1675677603228731_3033185630424846899_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y4r6UUYH50kQ7kNvgGmIMUV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWRcJ2n6HSVpBUK2xITInOSi9CusbPtf-82XiV00B99w&oe=66B20422	person_profile	0	Kelly Chauke \| Estrias e Melasma\| Itajaí e Balneário📍	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451803839_1018306546516027_3299449225892222103_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H5PvVghWTIkQ7kNvgFKvCY5&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBCClAzJWBuLs7yo-NoT6czHKbWGcHRZZ0OOkYA3ZYJyw&oe=66B20459	0	3	Mais uma pele rejuvenescida e sem melasma 😻<br /> <br /> ✨ Voce também pode ter sua autoestima renovada✨<br /> <br /> ✅ Resultado visíveis em 15 dias<br /> <br /> ✅ Pele de porcelana<br /> <br /> ✅ Sem ácidos agressivos	Kelly Chauke - Estrias e Melasma	0	https://facebook.com/61559492942462	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952666	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1529268857985396	1	3.6170953696735E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	122099770478002633	AI Art By Kelly	120210687919280671	api.whatsapp.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Get a custom canvas with your picture on it!		https://api.whatsapp.com/send	{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Kijan mwen kapab achte yon tablo?"},{"title":"Mwen bezwen enfòmasyon?"},{"title":"Mw vle achte yon tablo, mw USA 🇺🇸 "}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"image_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"template","payload":{"template_type":"generic","elements":[{"title":"","buttons":[]}]}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"J’aimerais en savoir plus","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"video_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"video","payload":{"attachment_id":""}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"J’aimerais en savoir plus","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":true,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ice_breakers_edited":true,"template_id":"389536190132404","template_version":2}	1722447799	1.22099770478E+17	AI Art By Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453414526_1048874406306444_2931530815353916824_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2PZciYATgcwQ7kNvgGbQm0Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD57R0zXsfsja8BTmhaWhydLW1psOtPmVEVF4HgC7fOOw&oe=66B202C4	person_profile	0	Custom Products, Gifts, Birthday Products 🎈	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453630704_861410952513167_5714218701756021051_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dorFQXFbEW4Q7kNvgHNwVur&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-bZQYu43pJAgaW-4ou8xQhLH7t-VGJmmyzKT4EOCY3Q&oe=66B1FD11	0	3		AI Art By Kelly	7	https://facebook.com/61550201212952	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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1952756	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	525202043174628	1	8.2970897580178E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534356410061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415784	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453393899_487947073884757_5010594339328235029_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=p9CWw7hk7n0Q7kNvgGa-iNi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD-2ojmAT2ZCiT3FF7M7UET3f1WSwge2yca9-bbPrhe-Q&oe=66B1F655	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453386158_1222519902077653_4023731623675530770_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-yiVjzfueZwQ7kNvgFt626Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBc3qPQ0Axhdhq9RuUk6G5oBJ9NisIglvJK3i2J7ijGqQ&oe=66B2036E	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. 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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952861	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	1194480108492835	1	8.534318333636E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375559245	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221232	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428708569_3882295421998224_2875800618124396380_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gaVV-ik9hlAQ7kNvgH4mBPx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCYFZBUmpZ9EngyMS_p2tfFz0oXF8l6HuU115Uyl-_Z2Q&oe=66B1DF74	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/429569722_422866513522957_6612771783523538829_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ES3HOXUwSV8Q7kNvgE3nHkd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9qkaUTiVbk3yvLhftEaAzAdHWvDvMwhSBgzECEwGWbg&oe=66B20907	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952876	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952926	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	349615081530606	1	2.1111771792759E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	465176110180744	Coastal Properties Group	120211495359020357	homes.homespotter.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Open House This Weekend	Get directions for your visit	https://homes.homespotter.com/coastalpropertiesgro/701/2669_T3541684_33572?flavor=llp&ad_code=7015bd4463ca410d87ebe126a8f8841e&cid=1695036&utm_source=boost-by-homespotter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=boost-listing-2669_T3541684_33572&timestamp=1722518715		1722518781	4.6517611018074E+14	Coastal Properties Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453628413_1031243045413096_3351500174155155950_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=286gW0E98agQ7kNvgFy2WCG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDd9mxSU36dFla9FbNtF6-IQMhalHTkGtklhAuL-veWSw&oe=66B1EDAD	person_profile	0	Coastal Properties Group \| Forbes Global Properties	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453648239_1018523829883824_1079245366023105607_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cJoIjmsFeDsQ7kNvgGiEs2c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDH8IRGOYSTg0P2IR85PatDO-b2s3Uuvkst6EfYNhQF4Q&oe=66B20927	0	3	Open House this Sunday from 12pm-2pm! 🏠<br /> <br /> Welcome to unparalleled luxury at Bellasol! This top-floor penthouse corner unit offers the finest waterfront living on Bal Harbour. This expansive 4-bedroom, 4-bath condo boasts breathtaking views, stylish finishes, and resort-style amenities. The open living and dining areas lead to a private balcony with serene views extending to Tampa Bay and the Gulf of Mexico. Amenities include a pool, fitness center, clubhouse, and a deeded boat slip. See you at the open house! 🌅	Coastal Properties Group	1804	https://facebook.com/CoastalPropertiesGroup	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952735	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	460220786834202	1	1.5439952328535E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106456512483946	ICo011	120212559090000538	a.icomicapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.icomicapp.com/ad/aUNvbWljcy8yNTk1MTMvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM0NDAvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505022	1.0645651248395E+14	ICo011	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453631719_341441975693031_726855887595959074_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H2zuXb3abFMQ7kNvgGdTG_-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDrCa-5jhAZsUzYwlDs3MB9Zw8F74uZySL8vwVdDGwbjg&oe=66B2020B	person_profile	0	ICo011	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453506182_26916530284627865_7188202568582836205_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1a4_P3MOMC0Q7kNvgFINZvF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBF_cCwSZwPdQoNZPxoYnSny7DFWQnT-EvajYwIt5lkIg&oe=66B1F5F9	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...	https://enjoyae.com/wf_land_page/20942.html?language=en&timestamp=1722494646573&channelCode=WIENF1000282&bid=21000205660&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&ad_group_name={{adset.name}}&ad_group_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1722499609	1.0257979930951E+14	Webfic-love	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453507551_459484723535640_1967570155653680818_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kmgq9J-tlxsQ7kNvgEJmQoN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAe6J5voo8bml1tJ_oPp7L80xG5uXR2fWx13Z6c0UuRbw&oe=66B1DF41	person_profile	0	Webfic-love	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453405463_815797380666633_2079256783848333030_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LId4ShpSWJQQ7kNvgFtJLdj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAZiTXqtV9TWW7cjn1MEhXFngq9NGmKt84bl236jXzpQA&oe=66B1EB4D	0	3	Chapter 1<br /> The man's kisses rained down on Tiffany Lloyd's body. <br /> <br /> Time passed until, finally, the storm subsided. Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. "Tiffany, has Mr. Lewis been to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> Since both of them worked in Lewis Group's executive department, Tiffany wasn't sure if Kelly might have something to say to Vincent. So, she replied honestly, "He came by at noon."<br /> <br /> The next moment, Kelly call her.	Webfic-love	8434	https://facebook.com/100086745850436	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Tiffany curled up in the man's warm embrace, drifting into a deep sleep...<br /> <br /> The next morning, Tiffany rolled over. Her fingers made contact with something warm.<br /> <br /> The unfamiliar sensation made her jolt awake. As she slowly opened her eyes, a handsome face appeared before her.<br /> <br /> "Huh? Mr. Lewis?" Tiffany's mind went blank for two seconds. Then, flashes of what had happened the night before flooded back into her mind.<br /> <br /> Her eyes flew wide as she bolted upright.<br /> <br /> Her entire body was sore and aching. But what hurt more was the scene before her eyes. <br /> <br /> She was in a spacious tent, and the sheets were tousled around her. Vincent Lewis was stark naked, save for a thin blanket around his waist.<br /> <br /> Tiffany sat stunned, as if struck by lightning. She felt like the world had collapsed in that instant.<br /> <br /> Last night hadn't been a dream?<br /> <br /> She was an intern who had just joined the company half a month ago. And now she had slept with her boss. <br /> <br /> As Tiffany reeled, Vincent's hand moved, indicating that he was rousing from his slumber. <br /> <br /> Terrified, Tiffany frantically got dressed and fled. In her rush, she didn't notice the pearl bracelet lying by the pillow.<br /> <br /> Outside, the day had yet to break. The bonfire from the night before had smoldered, leaving a trail of smoke rising from it.<br /> <br /> Dozens of tents surrounded the area. Tiffany dashed barefoot across the grass and quickly disappeared into a pale pink tent.<br /> <br /> As soon as she lay down, Kelly Harrison, her colleague, rolled over. As their eyes met, Tiffany's breath caught in her throat.<br /> <br /> But Kelly only glanced at Tiffany before closing her eyes again. She casually asked, "What were you doing out so early?"<br /> <br /> "I… I just went to the restroom," Tiffany choked out, her mind racing.<br /> <br /> Kelly didn't pry further. Soon, her breathing became even once more.<br /> <br /> Tiffany exhaled in relief, but her heart was still pounding wildly. She stared unblinkingly at the tent ceiling until the sky brightened outside and everyone else woke up. Still, she remained huddled inside.<br /> <br /> She could hear her colleagues' laughter and chatter outside. Tiffany cocooned herself, leaving only her head peeking out from the covers, her eyes wide.<br /> <br /> Kelly unzipped the tent and peered in. "Tiffany, get up. We'll eat breakfast and then go hiking."<br /> <br /> They were on a company team-building camping trip in a scenic mountain area for several days. <br /> <br /> Yesterday had been the first day, so everyone had settled in and had quite a few drinks at night. <br /> <br /> Tiffany hadn't planned to drink. However, since she was new, she had felt pressured to bond with her colleagues over drinks.<br /> <br /> She had never imagined that those few drinks would have led to such a disaster. <br /> <br /> She didn't know how it had happened, but she had stumbled into the wrong tent. Somehow, she had accidentally ended up sleeping with Vincent!<br /> <br /> Thinking about it made Tiffany's head ache again.<br /> <br /> "Tiffany? Tiffany?" Kelly called out several times, but there was no response. She took off her shoes and entered the tent. "What's wrong?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany sniffled, feeling like crying. Her voice was muffled. "It's nothing."<br /> <br /> Kelly reached out and felt her forehead. "Oh, dear, you have a fever!"<br /> <br /> "I'm fine." Tiffany bit her lip, resisting the urge to cry. Her voice was dull. "I'll just lie down. You guys go ahead and go hiking. Don't worry about me."<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't convinced, so she brought two antipyretic pills. Then, she made Tiffany take them before leaving with the others to hike.<br /> <br /> When silence enveloped her, Tiffany finally succumbed to her distress and began sobbing.<br /> <br /> Her body ached terribly, and she still bore marks from last night's pleasure. She didn't know if it was because her senses were heightened, but she felt like she could still smell Vincent's scent.<br /> <br /> Now that she had a fever, Tiffany felt like a duck being roasted over a fire. She felt so terrible that she wished she were dead.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> The hiking group had assembled at the foot of the mountain. When Vincent stepped out of the car, the women's gazes were immediately drawn to him.<br /> <br /> "Ah, Mr. Lewis looks so handsome!"<br /> <br /> "We always see Mr. Lewis in suits, but he looks incredible in casual wear too!"<br /> <br /> "Hey, you're practically drooling!"<br /> <br /> "I've had my fill of eye candy!"<br /> <br /> Vincent strode over, exuding a commanding air. His eyes scanned the crowd from behind his sunglasses. His voice was deep as he asked, "Did everyone sleep well last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone replied in unison, "Yes."<br /> <br /> Vincent frowned slightly and tilted his head, gesturing to his assistant, Alex Zander. <br /> <br /> Getting the cue, Alex asked them sternly, "Did anyone enter Mr. Lewis' tent last night?"<br /> <br /> Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads. <br /> <br /> Even if some of the assistants were attracted to Vincent, they were all still employees of Lewis Group. They wouldn't dare risk their careers by sneaking into Vincent's tent.<br /> <br /> Seeing that no one had admitted to it, Vincent frowned even more. <br /> <br /> He raised the bracelet made of white pearl beads. "Whose is this?"<br /> <br /> Still, everyone shook their heads. None of them recognized the bracelet.<br /> <br /> "If anyone knows whose bracelet this is, let me know." Vincent's voice was grave. Then, he added, "You will be rewarded… and your year-end bonus will be doubled."<br /> <br /> His words caused an uproar.<br /> <br /> "Double?"<br /> <br /> "My bonus was 100 thousand last year. Did he say double? That's 200 thousand dollars! Awesome!"<br /> <br /> "Whose bracelet is that anyway?"<br /> <br /> "It looks quite plain, though. Is it worth that much?"<br /> <br /> "Kelly, do you know whose it is?"<br /> <br /> "Huh?" Kelly snapped out of it. She had a rather odd expression on her face. "No idea..."<br /> <br /> "Alright, let's take attendance." Alex began calling names.<br /> <br /> When he reached Tiffany, there was no response.<br /> <br /> "Where's Tiffany Lloyd?" Alex asked.<br /> <br /> Kelly stepped forward. "Tiffany is sick, so she's in her tent."<br /> <br /> "Sick?" Alex looked at Vincent, unsure of what to do.<br /> <br /> Vincent sat in the black car. He looked lost in thought as he fiddled with the bracelet. Alex didn't dare to disturb him, so he finished checking everyone's attendance and said, "Let's get going then."<br /> <br /> Closing his notebook, Alex walked to the car. "Mr. Lewis, are you joining the hike?"<br /> <br /> Vincent looked weary and seemed uninterested. His gaze was fixed on the bracelet. After a moment, he said flatly, "I'll pass. You can lead the team."<br /> <br /> "Alright, Mr. Lewis."<br /> <br /> "Kelly, what are you looking at?" Ivy Jones tugged Kelly's arm. "Hurry up! The first ten to reach the top get prizes!"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Kelly nodded, but she couldn't help glancing back. All she saw was the black car speeding toward the campsite on the winding mountain road.<br /> <br /> Kelly suddenly turned to Alex and said, "Mr. Zander, I'm worried about Tiffany. I'm sitting this one out to stay with her."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> Chapter 2<br /> Tiffany woke up from her nap, feeling her mouth parched dry. She groggily crawling out from the tent, a pair of men's sneakers suddenly appeared before her. <br /> <br /> As her eyes trailed upward from the sneakers, she saw a pair of long and slender legs. As the sunlight pierced through the mist, Tiffany saw Vincent's face. She almost fainted on the spot.<br /> <br /> "M-Mr. Lewis?" Wasn't he supposed to go hiking?<br /> <br /> Vincent squatted before her and looked at her cheeks, flushed from the fever. His expression was grave. "I have a question for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart pounded. Licking her dry lips, she nodded shakily. "Y-Yes... Go ahead."<br /> <br /> "Did you see anyone enter my tent last night?" Vincent's gaze bored into her eyes. His overwhelming presence made it feel like an invisible hand was squeezing her chest, almost crushing her heart.<br /> <br /> Tiffany avoided his stare, her eyelashes fluttering. "N-No, I didn't see anyone."<br /> <br /> "Why are you trembling?" Vincent noticed her unusual behavior.<br /> <br /> It wasn't just her voice, even her whole body was shaking uncontrollably. She was so slim that Vincent feared she would break from how much she was shaking.<br /> <br /> He had dozens of assistants in his office, and each of them were responsible for different fields. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was a new intern, but he vaguely remembered her because of how timid she was. <br /> <br /> During her first interview, Tiffany had been utterly nervous when he had asked her questions. She had kept her head down the entire time, too afraid to meet his gaze.<br /> <br /> "I-I'm cold." Tiffany shivered harder.<br /> <br /> "Cold?" Vincent frowned. "But aren't you running a fever? How can you be cold?"<br /> <br /> Reaching out, his icy fingers touched her forehead. The next second, he frowned deeply. "What's going on? You're burning up!"<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, I'm fine." Tiffany shivered violently, feeling utterly miserable. <br /> <br /> She tried to get up, but she had no strength left. She could only curl up helplessly on the grass as she felt her consciousness fading...<br /> <br /> "Tiffany?" Vincent sensed that something was wrong and tried to wake her up. <br /> <br /> At first, Tiffany mumbled a faint response but then lost consciousness completely.<br /> <br /> Without hesitation, Vincent bent down and scooped her up in his arms. She looked so thin, and she barely weighed a thing.<br /> <br /> As Vincent looked at her, he noticed a hickey on her neck. His eyes narrowed.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis!" A voice pierced through the silence of the forest.<br /> <br /> Kelly had run back all the way. Her hair was disheveled, and she was panting heavily.<br /> <br /> Vincent asked, "Why did you come back?"<br /> <br /> Kelly looked at the unconscious Tiffany cradled in his arms. Catching her breath, she said, "I... I was worried about Tiffany, so I came back to check on her. What happened?"<br /> <br /> "She passed out from a high fever," Vincent said as he placed Tiffany in the car's backseat. "I need to take her to the hospital now."<br /> <br /> As he was about to get into the car, Kelly anxiously reached out and grabbed the door handle. "Mr. Lewis, can I come too?"<br /> <br /> Vincent eyed her with scrutiny. "Tiffany and I are colleagues," Kelly explained. "And we're both women, so I may be able to help."<br /> <br /> Her reasoning made sense, so Vincent agreed.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> At the hospital, the doctors admitted Tiffany and started her on an IV drip. <br /> <br /> Kelly went to get some water. When she returned, she saw Vincent standing at the foot of Tiffany's bed. He was deep in thought as he stared at the unconscious Tiffany.<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis." Kelly poured him a cup of water. "Have some water."<br /> <br /> "Thanks." Vincent took the cup but set it aside. "What's your name?"<br /> <br /> Kelly was momentarily taken aback. Then, she realized that, even though he had many assistants, only Alex was the only one by his side around the clock.<br /> <br /> Kelly wasn't exactly an outstanding employee or good at her work, so she had rarely had the chance to interact with Vincent before. It was normal that she didn't know her name.<br /> <br /> "Kelly Harrison, sir. I'm your—"<br /> <br /> "Ms. Harrison, I need you to help me confirm something." Vincent interjected.<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Kelly's eyes, but she maintained her smile. "Sure, what is it?"<br /> <br /> After Vincent gave her some instructions, he left the room.<br /> <br /> Kelly bit her lip, taking slow steps toward the bed. She had mixed emotions as she looked at the unconscious Tiffany. <br /> <br /> Recalling Vincent's request, she pursed her lips and began unbuttoning Tiffany's shirt. <br /> <br /> As all the buttons came undone, Kelly saw the marks on Tiffany's body. She immediately covered her mouth in shock.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> "Mr. Lewis, where did you go?" Alex called after returning to the campsite with the group and realizing that Vincent was nowhere to be found. <br /> <br /> Vincent replied, "Tiffany fainted, so I took her to the hospital."<br /> <br /> "Tiffany, the intern?" Alex expressed mild surprise. It wasn't because Vincent had personally taken Tiffany to the hospital, but rather because Vincent had remembered an intern's name.<br /> <br /> Considering the fact that Vincent had dozens of assistants, he hardly remembered anyone apart from Alex.<br /> <br /> Yet, he had remembered Tiffany's name, which was quite remarkable.<br /> <br /> "Yes." Vincent glanced at his wristwatch and said, "You guys have fun. I'll distribute the prize money after we get back."<br /> <br /> After giving some brief instructions, he hung up. <br /> <br /> At that moment, Kelly emerged from Tiffany's room. Vincent looked at her and asked, "So?"<br /> <br /> Kelly met his gaze calmly. "I've checked. There's nothing unusual on Tiffany's body. The hickey on her neck that you mentioned… It's probably from her boyfriend."<br /> <br /> "Boyfriend?" Vincent frowned slightly but didn't pry further.<br /> <br /> Kelly asked, "Would you like to see her? She'll probably wake up soon."<br /> <br /> "No." Vincent's expression returned to normal. "I have other matters to attend to. When she wakes up, make sure to contact her family."<br /> <br /> "Sure, Mr. Lewis. Don't worry."<br /> <br /> Kelly saw Vincent out before returning to Tiffany's room. Tiffany was already awake, but she still looked very weak. <br /> <br /> Kelly sat by the bed. "Tiffany, you're awake. How are you feeling? Any better?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded. "Am I in the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Kelly poured her a glass of water, smiling. "Mr. Lewis brought you here, and he even carried you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany choked on the water. "Mr. Lewis?"<br /> <br /> "That's right," Kelly teased. "Tiffany, do you think Mr. Lewis has taken a liking to you? I've been at the company for over a year, and I've never seen him carry a woman before."<br /> <br /> Tiffany's face blushed. "No way."<br /> <br /> "Why not? You're pretty, young, and have a nice figure. Many bosses prefer innocent-looking women. If you don't have a boyfriend, maybe you should consider Mr. Lewis seriously. He's quite a catch—"<br /> <br /> Tiffany cut her off, saying, "I have a boyfriend." <br /> <br /> Only then did Kelly stop. "Really?" <br /> <br /> Tiffany bit her lip. "Yes."<br /> Chapter 3<br /> After Tiffany finished a few bags of IV, her fever finally subsided. However, the doctor said she had a bacterial infection with internal inflammation. <br /> <br /> Although the fever was temporarily gone, she needed to come to the hospital for two more days to get treated with an antibiotic infusion.<br /> <br /> In the evening, Teresa Lloyd, Tiffany's sister, hurriedly burst into the hospital room. "Tiffany, are you okay?"<br /> <br /> As she saw Teresa, Tiffany's eyes welled up. "I'm fine, Teri."<br /> <br /> "How did this happen? You were perfectly healthy." Teresa looked at Tiffany, her face etched with concern. <br /> <br /> They had lost their parents when they were young. Teresa was seven years older than Tiffany and had played the roles of both a mother and a sister in Tiffany's life. She had raised Tiffany, and their bond was deep.<br /> <br /> Not wanting to worry Teresa, Tiffany blinked back tears. "I caught a cold last night and got a fever. But I'm much better now."<br /> <br /> Seeing that Tiffany looked better, Teresa relaxed slightly. She then turned to Kelly, who was standing beside her. "And you are?"<br /> <br /> "Hello, I'm Kelly Harrison, Tiffany's colleague." Kelly politely extended her hand and shook hands with Teresa.<br /> <br /> "Oh, are you the one who brought Tiffany to the hospital?"<br /> <br /> "No." Kelly shook her head. "Our boss did. I just stayed with her for the day."<br /> <br /> "Well, thank you. Tiffany is quite reserved; she's lucky to have a good colleague like you."<br /> <br /> "You're too kind." Glancing at the time, Kelly guessed Vincent wouldn't visit again today. So, she grabbed her purse. "Since you're here, I'll leave Tiffany to you and head back."<br /> <br /> Teresa escorted Kelly out. When she returned, she remarked, "She seems nice. Is she a new friend?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany shook her head. "We hardly talk at the office."<br /> <br /> Kelly had been usually friendly earlier, but in the office, she was closest to Ivy. Tiffany was shy and rarely socialized, choosing to keep her head down and work instead. She did find it odd that Kelly had been so attentive today.<br /> <br /> "Still, it's nice she stayed with you the whole day."<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany decided she would return the favor to Kelly when she had the chance. She disliked owing others. <br /> <br /> Teresa said the hospital was too noisy and suggested they go back home. Tiffany didn't mind the noise, but she felt unsettled without Teresa around, so she agreed. <br /> <br /> As they left the hospital, a gust of cold wind blew by them. Teresa draped her coat over Tiffany's shoulders.<br /> <br /> Though Teresa was dressed lightly, she prioritized keeping Tiffany warm. Tiffany bit her lip and hastened her steps to get into the cab.<br /> <br /> While they were on the way home, Eric Cobb, Teresa's husband, called her. He said he had a business engagement and would be home late, so they shouldn't wait for him for dinner. <br /> <br /> Teresa gave him a few reminders, which Eric curtly acknowledged before impatiently hanging up on her.<br /> <br /> Tiffany squeezed Teresa's hand. "Teri, I want to eat pasta made by you for dinner."<br /> <br /> Teresa smiled. "Sure. I'll make them for you when we get home."<br /> <br /> "Okay."<br /> <br /> Once they got back to their apartment, Teresa helped Tiffany into her room and propped a pillow behind her back. She poured a cup of hot water for Tiffany and then felt her forehead in concern. <br /> <br /> "Rest here. I'll make the pasta for you. Call me if you need anything."<br /> <br /> Tiffany obediently nodded. "Okay."<br /> <br /> Teresa tied on an apron and headed to the kitchen to cook pasta. When Tiffany heard the sounds from the kitchen, she threw the blanket off and got out of bed. <br /> <br /> She tiptoed into Tiffany's bedroom. Then, she opened the bedside table's drawer and easily found some contraceptive pills. She quickly glanced at the instructions on the box and swallowed two pills. <br /> <br /> After dinner, Tiffany took a bath. After taking off her clothes, she stood in front of the mirror and stared at the marks on her body. <br /> <br /> Last night's madness flashed through her mind, the memories haunting her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany slept restlessly that night. Perhaps she had slept too much during the day, or maybe it was because she still felt unwell.<br /> <br /> In her hazy state, she heard the sounds of an argument drifting from outside. Rubbing her temples, she rose from bed and opened the door a crack.<br /> <br /> The lights in the living room were on. A man's tie and shoes scattered on the floor. Eric lay sprawled on the couch, reeking of alcohol. <br /> <br /> Teresa was tidying up as she spoke. "Didn't I tell you to drink less? Look at you. You'll have a headache again tomorrow—"<br /> <br /> "Blah, blah, blah. All you do is nag," Eric slurred. "You think I want to be like this? I do it for you. For this family. For your deadbeat sister."<br /> <br /> Annoyed, Teresa said, "Don't talk about Tiffany like that."<br /> <br /> "Why not?" Eric raised his voice. "I pay for her food and drinks, and she lives under my roof. And I can't talk about her? Those who don't know she's your sister might think she's the queen of the house!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany has found a job. She's been contributing to expenses since she was a freshman. When has she ever used your money?" Teresa defended Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Eric pointed at her. "Fine, then! If she's so capable, you'd better have her move out tomorrow. I'm sick of seeing her!"<br /> <br /> "Tiffany is my sister, my only family. She hasn't even graduated, and she's just found a job. How can you kick her out now?" Teresa retorted.<br /> <br /> Eric gestured wildly, looking unapologetic. "This is my house. I'm the one paying the mortgage every month. I make the rules. If I want her out, she's out!"<br /> <br /> "You..." Teresa was on the verge of tears.<br /> <br /> Eric passed out drunk.<br /> <br /> After a while, Teresa wiped her tears and said, "Alright, go take a shower and sleep in the bedroom."<br /> <br /> Tiffany quietly closed the door. She lay back down, but her eyes remained open; she hardly slept a wink through the night. <br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Early the next morning, Tiffany prepared breakfast. She left an envelope and a note for Teresa, then dragged her suitcase out of the apartment. <br /> <br /> Tiffany was partly the reason Teresa had married Eric. Teresa had often mentioned that, as women who were alone in the world, they faced many hardships. She believed having a man at home would deter others from bullying them.<br /> <br /> Teresa wasn't highly educated. She struggled to make ends meet by running a stall on the street. Buying a house and settling down had become a distant dream.<br /> <br /> Eric, an ordinary college graduate, worked at a listed company. He had been nice at first, but he had soon become irritable, perhaps from stress. He often came home drunk and argued with Teresa. <br /> <br /> Thinking of Tiffany, Teresa always backed down when they fought.<br /> <br /> Tiffany knew Teresa still loved Eric. But no love could withstand the trials of daily life.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to be a burden to Teresa and Eric. She wished they could have a better life and hoped to make things easier for them by moving out.<br /> <br /> The elevator stopped at the eighth floor. As the doors opened, Tiffany came face-to-face with the people standing outside. Her grip on the suitcase handle tightened.<br /> <br /> Chapter 4<br /> Tiffany had never thought that her boyfriend would cheat on her with her best friend. She had always thought that such things were just absurd fiction. Until it happened to her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany finally understood the phrase "art is a reflection of life".<br /> <br /> She still remembered the day she had gone into her dorm room and seen William Lewis and Brianna tangled together. The shock and betrayal had cut deep.<br /> <br /> Brianna had been her best friend, and William had been the person she had relied on the most besides Teresa. Yet, they had hurt her in the dirtiest, sharpest way.<br /> <br /> "Tiff?" Brianna froze.<br /> <br /> Tiffany averted her gaze and dragged her suitcase aside. She didn't plan to make small talk. <br /> <br /> The past was past. <br /> <br /> She had broken up with William and cut Brianna off too. She didn't want anything more to do with them.<br /> <br /> Brianna clung to William's arm as they walked in. As the elevator doors closed, Brianna turned to Tiffany. "I heard you got a job. Are you going on a business trip?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany nodded curtly in response, going along with it.<br /> <br /> Seeing Tiffany's reaction, Brianna didn't say more.<br /> <br /> As the elevator reached the ground floor, Tiffany dragged her suitcase out. But to her surprise, one of the wheels got stuck in a gap. Her face reddened, and she tugged on the suitcase. But it wouldn't budge.<br /> <br /> Just as she was at a loss for what to do, William reached out. With a light push, he freed the wheel.<br /> <br /> "Thank you," Tiffany mumbled before fleeing with her suitcase.<br /> <br /> The elevator doors closed, and it continued downward.<br /> <br /> Brianna glanced at William. "Tiffany seems different. I wonder if she's still mad at us. Do you think I should meet her and apologize properly?"<br /> <br /> "Is that necessary?" William said flatly. "It is what it is. Will apologizing change anything?"<br /> <br /> Brianna pouted. "William, are you blaming me?"<br /> <br /> William didn't respond.<br /> <br /> Brianna withdrew her hand from his. "William, if you can't move on from Tiffany, I'll explain things to her. It was my fault to begin with, and I can take the blame. Tiffany is soft-hearted. She'll surely forgive you..."<br /> <br /> The elevator opened to the bright underground parking garage.<br /> <br /> Brianna ran out of the elevator, crying. She ended up in the way of a speeding car. The horn blared. <br /> <br /> Brianna froze. She raised a hand feebly in front of her face, forgetting to move.<br /> <br /> Luckily, William reacted fast and pulled her back just in time. The brakes screeched as the car barely missed them. The driver stuck his head out and cursed at them before driving off.<br /> <br /> "Are you out of your mind?" William held Brianna's wrist, his voice trembling.<br /> <br /> That had been too close. One more second, and she would have been hit.<br /> <br /> Brianna's face was drained of color as tears streamed down. She trembled and collapsed against William, speechless.<br /> <br /> William sighed and wrapped his arms around her soothingly. "Don't cry."<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> Tiffany took a cab back to the dormitory. It was the only place she could go now that she had moved out of Teresa's place.<br /> <br /> The four-person dorm was now empty. Tiffany's roommates had moved out after finding jobs during their final semester. Tiffany didn't stay there usually, but her belongings were still there.<br /> <br /> Before Tiffany had discovered the cheating incident, only Brianna had lived here. Since she was from out of town and had no internship, she had stayed in the dorm. <br /> <br /> On that fateful night, Tiffany had returned to the dorm after hearing there had been a power outage there. She had been worried that Brianna would be scared alone, so she had come back to stay with her.<br /> <br /> Yet, when she had pushed the door open, she had stumbled upon that scene…<br /> <br /> Brianna no longer lived in the dorm. Rumor had it that William had rented a place for her. <br /> <br /> Since Tiffany had joined Lewis Group, she had always been busy going to the office early and working late nights. Hence, running into William and Brianna in Teresa's apartment had shocked her. <br /> <br /> Unexpectedly, the place William had rented for Brianna was not only in Teresa's neighborhood but also in the same building.<br /> <br /> Tiffany didn't want to dwell on whether it was a coincidence or not anymore. She was convinced that moving out had been the right decision. After all, it would be uncomfortable if she kept running into them.<br /> <br /> As she finished making her bed, her phone rang. It was a call from Teresa.<br /> <br /> Her voice was choked up as she asked, "Tiff, what's going on? Why did you leave without telling me? Where are you? I'll come to get you now."<br /> <br /> Tiffany leaned against the bed frame. "Teri, I moved back to the dorm. After my internship, I can apply for employee housing—"<br /> <br /> "You have a place at home. Why would you live in an employee accommodation? Just wait there. I'm coming to get you—"<br /> <br /> "Teri!" Tiffany said firmly.<br /> <br /> Teresa fell silent. <br /> <br /> Swallowing her sadness, Tiffany looked up at the ceiling. She tried her best to sound casual. "Teri, I've grown up. I don't want to burden you anymore. I want to be someone you can depend on."<br /> <br /> Teresa sat on the chair in the foyer, clutching her phone as tears streamed down her face.<br /> <br /> Wiping her tears away, she said, "Tiff, I don't need to depend on you. I just need you by my side. No matter how old you become, you'll always be my little sister."<br /> <br /> "Teri, thank you. But this time, I want to be independent. Will you support me?" <br /> <br /> Teresa's voice choked up. "What if I don't want to? Will you come right back then?"<br /> <br /> "No, I won't." Tiffany smiled through silent tears. "Ever since I was a child, you've supported me, no matter what. You're the best sister in the world."<br /> <br /> Teresa remained silent for a while, trying hard to hold back her tears. Yet, Tiffany still heard her soft sobs.<br /> <br /> "When I earn more money, I'll buy you a big house! I'll open a shop for you too. Then, you and Eric won't have to work so hard anymore."<br /> <br /> Finally, Teresa laughed. "You silly girl. I don't want a big house or a shop. Eric and I are just ordinary people; we don't want much. <br /> <br /> "Tiff, just remember this. I don't want anything except for you to be well and happy. That's all I need."<br /> <br /> "Okay." Tiffany nodded firmly. "Teri, I'll make sure to live a good life!"<br /> <br /> After hanging up, Tiffany succumbed to the sadness and cried for a long time.<br /> <br /> Suddenly, she heard a few knocks on the door.<br /> <br /> Tiffany wiped her tears away and opened it. The bright sky outside had darkened. Vincent's handsome face appeared right in front of her. <br /> Chapter 5<br /> Tiffany woke up from her dream with a start.<br /> <br /> As she opened her eyes, she found herself lying in a hospital bed. The vision of Vincent had vanished.<br /> <br /> The elderly lady in the neighboring bed smiled and asked her, "Dear, did you have a nightmare? I saw you gripping the sheets tightly while you slept. What was the dream about?"<br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had heard that talking about a bad dream prevented it from coming true. So, she replied, "My boss."<br /> <br /> The elderly woman, Anna Keller, was surprised. She shook her head and sighed. "Your boss must be frightening."<br /> <br /> Just then, the door was pushed open from outside. A tall, slender figure entered.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had been about to use the bathroom. She had just slid one foot into her slippers, but when she saw who it was, she nearly fell off the bed.<br /> <br /> Vincent was dressed in a white shirt with the collar slightly open. His black trousers showed off his long legs. He was carrying a thermos in one hand, while his black suit jacket was draped over the other. He exuded an air of elegance.<br /> <br /> As Tiffany met his gaze, a wave of guilt washed over her. Without realizing it, she clenched her fingers into a fist.<br /> <br /> But Vincent walked right past her to Anna's bed. He bent down. "Grandma."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up. She was surprised to see Anna patting Vincent's head tenderly. <br /> <br /> Vincent, who was an imposing man in the office, was now acting like an obedient grandson in front of Anna. It turned out that he was her actual grandson.<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked on in surprise as Vincent opened the lid of the thermos and poured some soup to feed Anna. <br /> <br /> She had never expected that the usually stern CEO could be so gentle and caring. <br /> <br /> Anna waved her hand, saying, "I just had an apple, so I'm quite full." <br /> <br /> Turning to Tiffany, she continued, "Dear, you haven't eaten yet, have you? My grandson made some tomato soup. Would you like to try some?" <br /> <br /> Vincent looked over at her as well. Seeing that, Tiffany shook her head repeatedly. "No, no, thank you. I'm not hungry." <br /> <br /> But Anna insisted. "I haven't even touched it. You're not going to reject me, are you?" <br /> <br /> "Of course not." <br /> <br /> "That's good." Anna's mood changed rapidly as she pushed Vincent's shoulder. "Go on. The poor thing; it's been a while, and no one has come to see her. She even had a nightmare about her boss just now. She seemed so scared. I bet her boss is no good."<br /> <br /> Tiffany tried to stop Anna, but she couldn't get a word in. Anna had blurted out everything!<br /> <br /> Vincent raised an eyebrow at Tiffany. "Is that so? What's eating at you that you're so afraid of your boss?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany said nothing. There was no way she could explain it, no matter what she said.<br /> <br /> Vincent kept staring at her as if he could burn a hole through her face.<br /> <br /> "I... I need to go to the restroom. I'll be right back." With that, Tiffany fled into the restroom.<br /> <br /> Anna smacked Vincent's arm. "Look what you did! You scared her off!"<br /> <br /> Vincent chuckled helplessly. "Grandma, am I that scary?"<br /> <br /> Even though he might be strict at work, there was no reason for Tiffany to be that afraid of him. <br /> <br /> Anna scrutinized him seriously. "You don't look scary, but you always have a cold expression, which is rather intimidating. That young lady is timid, but she seems kind—not like those arrogant or pretentious women. I quite like her."<br /> <br /> "Okay, that's enough." Vincent cut her off before she could say more, feeling a headache coming. "She has a boyfriend, Grandma. Don't get any ideas."<br /> <br /> But Anna didn't believe him. "A boyfriend? How do you know?"<br /> <br /> "Because she's my employee."<br /> <br /> "Huh?"<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> When Tiffany came out of the restroom, Vincent was alone in the room. As she emerged, Vincent's gaze locked on her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany's steps stiffened as she awkwardly walked to her bed. <br /> <br /> She was still on the IV drip, with the IV lines taped on the back of one hand and the other holding the IV bag up.<br /> <br /> She stood on her tiptoes and tried to hang the bag up. However, she found it difficult and struggled because of her height and limited mobility.<br /> <br /> "Give it to me." A deep male voice came from beside her. <br /> <br /> Tiffany turned her head in a daze as a cool scent hit her nose. At the same time, Vincent took the IV bag from her and easily hung it up.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Mr. Lewis," Tiffany said, keeping her head down. She didn't dare make eye contact with him.<br /> <br /> Once she settled back on the bed, Vincent brought over the thermos and set it on her bedside table. "This is for you."<br /> <br /> Tiffany looked up at him in surprise. When their eyes met, she quickly averted her gaze, her cheeks flushing red.<br /> <br /> Vincent found it amusing. He had seen many women before, but none as bashful as Tiffany. He found her rather entertaining, given how she turned beet red at the slightest thing. <br /> <br /> To avoid any misunderstandings, he added, "It's from my grandma."<br /> <br /> "Oh, I'll thank Mrs. Lewis Senior later then," Tiffany said.<br /> <br /> Vincent stood by the bed for a moment. "There's something else I want to ask you."<br /> <br /> "Go ahead," she replied.<br /> <br /> He pulled something out of his pocket and held it in front of her. "Have you seen this before?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany's eyes widened with shock. It was her pearl bracelet! How had it ended up with Vincent?<br /> <br /> Vincent observed her expression. "Have you seen it?"<br /> <br /> Tiffany snapped out of it and shook her head. "N-no. I'venever seen it before."<br /> <br /> A hint of disappointment flickered in Vincent's eyes. "Are you sure you've never seen it?"<br /> <br /> "Yes." Tiffany clenched her fists tightly. She feared they might break under the pressure of her anxiety. "I've never seen it."<br /> <br /> "Alright." Vincent pocketed the bracelet.<br /> <br /> Tiffany's heart was in turmoil. She couldn't believe she had dropped something so important in Vincent's tent! <br /> <br /> As a child, Tiffany had often been sick. Teresa had climbed 999 steps up a mountain trail to reach a church, all so that she could get this pearl bracelet blessed for health and give it to Tiffany.<br /> <br /> Tiffany had continued to wear it all these years. Yet, it was often hidden under her sleeves, so no one besides those closest to her knew about it.<br /> <br /> She kept to herself at work and didn't have any friends at the company, so no one there knew either. Hence, she didn't need to worry about Vincent finding out that it was hers.<br /> <br /> What concerned her was how she would get the bracelet back from him.<br /> <br /> …<br /> <br /> In the afternoon, Kelly sent Tiffany several messages asking how she was doing. <br /> <br /> Out of courtesy, Tiffany replied briefly. They weren't close, so the conversation should have ended after a few messages.<br /> <br /> However, Kelly sent another message. 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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Lett010	151	https://facebook.com/100092431237661	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> ***<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> 4 hours earlier<br /> I woke up in a very good mood. I am finally eighteen and today is the day I find my mate. It actually depends on both sides. If they are of age, they'll find each other soon enough, seventeen is the youngest you can be when you find your mate.<br /> However, most of the time, the guy or the girl have to wait for their other half to come of age, which I think is a great idea.<br /> Yes, I'm a werewolf, specifically the current Beta's daughter and soon to be Beta's sister. The disappointment of the family. But that's okay; I'm not very inclined to make them proud or follow in their footsteps, but mostly they want Alex to do it.<br /> Don't get me wrong. I'm not abused or bullied; except for the occasional remarks, shunned from society, the usual stuff.<br /> They say I'm ugly, but I know better than to believe that. I could have been popular due to my blue eyes and gold speckles, blonde hair and hourglass figure. But I like to keep to myself. Plus my hair was naturally blonde unlike my mother's peroxide bleached hair that comes out of bottles and pricey extensions. Actually, dad and Alex both have brown hair so I don't know how I have blonde hair. For months, I even checked the roots of my hair to find some sort of discoloration to prove that even my hair was bleached. But in vain.<br /> My mom was the stereotypical cheerleader in high school while my dad was the “douche” and quarterback. Apparently they want me to be like them, and social hierarchy exists in packs as well. And my brother is following our parents footsteps, sleeping with more than half of the population, while I'm not.<br /> They revel in attention and bullying people who are lower than them, as they say. To the outside world, my family and I love each other. On the inside it’s an extreme hate relationship, something the pack is aware of except for the Alpha and Luna.<br /> If they knew the truth, my parents, Tiffany and Mark, would lose their respect and beloved Alex's position would be taken away from him. Which would obviously take his popularity down a notch. Horrifying for him. Entertaining for me.<br /> Anyways, today is also the soon-to-be Alpha's eighteenth birthday. James Rodriguez.<br /> Sometimes I wonder how someone as sweet and kind as Diana and George, produce a kid like James.<br /> In short, James is the snobby player. It’s actually really surprising how none of the girls are pregnant yet...<br /> Back to me, I dressed up with more care than usual. I wore a baby pink sundress with black gladiator sandals. I applied a bit of winged liner to make my eyes pop. I've always read stories about loving mates. Who knows how much of it is true? For all I know, it’s some made up fantasy to make mates seem like the ultimate endgame. Maybe one day, I would meet my mate and then we could run away towards the sunset............or something, I don't really care.<br /> Apparently, all mates are compatible with their other half. It’s like love at first sight and the males getting all possessive about their mates is very appealing and a turn on, or so I've heard.<br /> It's all hearsay. And I think it’s stupid. It’s like the males are all custom made robots. Why else would their behavior be so alike?<br /> And there was a paragraph about heat and shifting and marking. Maybe, my mate's gonna go all caveman on me and tear my throat out.<br /> I'm just kidding, morbid thoughts on my birthday are kind of my thing. And its wishful thinking. I don't care. He might even be an omega and I still wouldn't care. Even if he's a human, it wouldn't matter. And if he's not in this pack then..... Oh well... It's better for me. I don't want to stay in a pack where I have no respect and people treat me bad. Status had once mattered to me. But when you have parents like mine, you kind of start praying not to ever be like them.<br /> Not once did they look at me but of course, Alexander was doted on by everyone. Kids. Parents. Friends. You name it.<br /> Apparently, it's because he's a boy. And according to my mother, girls are good for getting screwed, getting hit on, obeying their men, acting flirty along, and popping out heirs.<br /> And lucky for you all, my mother happens to be exhibit A.<br /> You should all be jealous because it's not everyday that you have a live walking, talking example to show the word and tell them what a hoe your mother is.<br /> Third Person POV <br /> Nikolina walked to school as she was not allowed a car. Though Alex was the proud owner of a shiny Silver Volvo. Double standards were very common in the Reed family. She had always wanted her own car, something that was a stunning shade of bright canary yellow, but that dream was nowhere close to becoming a reality.<br /> All of a sudden, she smelt an amazing scent; peppermint and honey. Lydia purred and rolled around in happiness, barely able to contain her excitement.<br /> On searching for the source, her eyes met warm, hazel orbs. His eyes expressed lust and adoration as they raked all over her body.<br /> Realization finally hit her hard when she saw that James-freaking-Rodriguez was her mate! The next Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack. And he was Portia's long-standing boyfriend.<br /> You know what he did next? James went back to groping the head cheerleader. “Portia.... “ Oh, sorry. Rookie mistake. Portia Scott.<br /> Tears threatened to fall while her wolf Lydia whimpered, seeing her mate touch another...<br /> “Our mate is beautiful.” James's wolf, Jace said. Nikolina was more than just beautiful. Many males of the pack thought she was gorgeous but never mentioned it out loud due to the fear of facing Alex's wrath. Alex was the one to start it all: the petty insults, the hateful words and making an outcast out of her. Others had just followed his footsteps. And of course, some of the girls were shallow enough to find happiness by making Nikolina feel miserable, because they were insecure about themselves.<br /> But the main issue was, though James thought Nikolina was pretty, he would never accept her as his mate and Luna. Though she was Beta Mark's daughter and was of high status, both him and his ego considered her a nobody. He knew about the insults and he had done it as well. In his eyes, she was worthless and all everyone ever did was talk down on her and she never fought back.<br /> He couldn't have a... thing like that as his mate. Beauty just wasn't enough for him, being a ruthless woman was a requirement.<br /> “She might be beautiful but I don't want her. She's a nobody. If people know that she is my mate, I would become the laughing stock of my pack. Seriously, people walk all over her. She can never be my Luna.” That was the thought going through his mind as he sucked on Portia's neck hard enough to bruise.<br /> “Ow! You're hurting me, boo! You know Kelly has my concealer today.” Portia whined but still made no move to shove James away. She just proceeded to grind her lower body into James and trying to get as close as humanly possible without getting rid of her clothes in public.<br /> James finally pried Portia off his body and walked towards his mate. In some ways, Portia was like a bloodsucking leech or an annoying wart, never leaving without a fight.<br /> “Baby, where are you going? I need you!” Her voice was like a cat dragging its claws across a board.<br /> James just signalled her to shut up before walking towards his mate. He would do the right thing, of course, as the future Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack and give Nikolina what she deserves.<br /> He stopped in front of her and asked, “What's your name?”<br /> “Nikolina,” she stated. He soon noticed that she had no friends and no car and he felt the curious stares on his back as everyone's attention was on him.<br /> “I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ As he rejected her, Jace whimpered and cowered. And James felt bad but he knew this was the right thing to do for himself and the pack. From his perspective, Nikolina was someone who brought out the worst in people and Portia was way more deserving to be his mate and Luna, considering that she was fearless and wasn't afraid to fight dirty for her rights.<br /> James was an egoistic douche bag who mistook petty behavior for fearless but he was blinded by the greed for power and popularity.<br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. She would have collapsed if not for the anger that surged through her. She was furious. At James. The Moon Goddess. Not realizing how painful rejection was. Her fate. It was a never ending list.<br /> It felt like she was being drowned in liquid bleach, her lungs burned and she saw red. Anger took over the pain she was feeling and she didn't want to give him the satisfaction of knowing how hurt she was.<br /> Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> “I, Nikolina Reed, accept your rejection as my mate and Alpha. I sincerely hope you get the clap!”<br /> With that, she turned on her heel and left the school premises.<br /> “Who needs a mate? Especially someone like James. People like him need girls like Portia by their sides, who cater to their whims and needs and whatever freaky carnal desire they might have.” Nikolina thought darkly. She wasn't going to give in to her pain and this rejection was the final push that encouraged her to chase after her freedom and break bonds with the family who had clipped off her wings.<br /> James felt a tiny bit of hurt realizing that she didn't even think twice before accepting the rejection and all he could wonder was how did she not burst into tears or grovel at his feet to take her back. Jace did not talk. He just whimpered, feeling the loss of his mate. Before James could think of it anymore, Portia dragged him to an empty classroom to distract her beloved Jamie boo. It seemed as if James wasn't the least bit affected by the incident with Nikolina, because his actions didn't falter as he hitched Portia's skirt up and ripped her panties, drilling her like an animal and releasing himself on her clothes and face as he left her alone to clean up.<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> “Well, he can go drill his toy as much as he wants.” I thought darkly while making my way towards home. All Lydia did was whimper. The moment I saw James, I knew something like this was bound to happen. You don't have any expectations when someone like him is supposed to be your destined mate. He was born with a big ego and he can just stuff it up his.<br /> “Maybe he regrets hurting us, you know.” Lydia whimpered.<br /> Before I could reply, searing hot pain flooded my senses. I felt myself fall on the pavement and the pain started to become more intense. It is obvious, isn't it? He's already drilling someone just minutes after rejecting me. It felt like my body was set on fire and the blistering flames charred my skin.<br /> I slowly got up and almost keeled over as my vision turned white. Dizziness washed over me. I had to clench my fists and dig my fingers hard enough to draw blood. Getting away from him and this stupid pack is my best bet. He was doing it intentionally considering the fact he knows that we're both connected unless one of us dies or gets marked by another. Walking never felt so strenuous and with every step I had to force myself to not curl up on the pavement and cry. I know I deserve someone better but I did want to cry my pain away.<br /> After what seemed like hours, the pain slowly ebbed away. Painful times ahead. The only problem is that the mate bond doesn't break even after being rejected. Only if the rejected is marked by the first mate or by another, or if one of the mates die, will the bond break.<br /> I entered my house and went to my room to pack my bags. You know, in every werewolf story the rejected mate writes letters before leaving. There's no logic to it. I mean, don't you get it? No one cares if you leave. No one cares if you die. No one cares if you slit your throat or get molested or murdered. That's the harsh truth. Why should I open my feelings on a letter make them feel pity? I can just run away and live my best life, away from them. It's not like they will send out search teams for you.<br /> I don't want pity. I can do better than that. I picked up my red lipstick and wrote in capitals before leaving. I know I'm dramatic but it serves them right. They'll remember this for years to come: women can walk away without feeling a twinge of guilt or regret.<br /> Showing vulnerability would only make me seem weak and I've let people walk over me way too many times.<br /> My mom was probably busy getting her hair done or something. That's the only thing she ever does. Or her nails. Or maybe she was out shopping with snobby people like herself. It's obvious that birds of a feather flock together. The only thing I ever liked about her is that she cooked for us, sometimes. Mom made a mean lasagna.<br /> Dad was probably with Alpha George. That's usually where he is. But then again, he also has this terrible habit of getting drunk during daylight hours. And once he even groped some other girl in front of the whole pack. Mom turned an ugly shade of red as she kicked him in the crotch. Those were the good days. It was fun when he laid on the couch with a bag of frozen peas on his groin and mom was nowhere around.<br /> Leaving was better for me anyway. Nothing was tying me down to this place. No friends. No proper family. I would be doing myself and them a favor.<br /> I took my dad's sleek black Porsche for my escapade. I might as well leave loaded and in style, besides it's high time I had a car.<br /> Just as I reached the pack border, I said, “I, Nikolina Reed, break all ties with the Solaris Eclipse Pack.” The patrol guards looked at me, but its not like they would stop me.<br /> The pack links broke and with that I revved up the engine and sped through the borders, driving towards my new life. A better life. It was a blessing that this pack did not care enough to stop me.<br /> <br /> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><br /> Keep the story going! Download our app and listen to the rest of the audiobook ID:99168.	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1952239	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	2204578163256414	1	1.0044747880726E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142219530406	link.agent-crm.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR FINAL EXPENSE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	Click for a personalized quote.	https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/bookings/final-expense-with-kellysmith		1722358829	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508419_854086049995587_1168936089259542202_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eNCkf7steGUQ7kNvgERDpf1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA343xeWzArN02ikmWspeAy8dLbGJYNwYkpFhCzoVhixA&oe=66B1E702	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453509466_990716495881005_6314459792705604117_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TW10tq35L2cQ7kNvgGqAJzx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBJlMNEz_C6w9Ft_epfSHbfBKJORTc7KogaAbxbWCeUkw&oe=66B208CE	0	3	With the recent outbreak and all the changes that are going on it is important to keep up with your State benefits.<br /> <br /> As an individual age 55 and older you are entitled to State regulated burial benefits, for as little as $1 a day.<br /> <br /> It is important to claim these benefits.<br /> <br /> Fill out the form below for more NO COST information.	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952832	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792942	1201	8012560278800466	1	9.8688762344699E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293016200691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415766	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453225366_1171829960722799_5046881013483122773_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AZvm-mIEs-4Q7kNvgEUOQ71&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCVRc5V31PISNn5kYkoT_3cU_0HQwA_4YD5OatriEJXRg&oe=66B1F335	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449435802_1608166316720938_6396290916278816905_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PL05WwRLqzYQ7kNvgGraMrv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDwKXuzoBbGnOlKEqZfNfG5-EvhlnP2qgMDh-9m7eUp9g&oe=66B1F0E3	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952983	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792942	1201	408368658363898	1	1.482730262427E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	315935838745214	Kelly's Koop	6582683793691		Send message		NONE	multi_images					1722513276	3.1593583874521E+14	Kelly's Koop	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453381977_1024919082461171_1973228833545503815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GpkxExojUTkQ7kNvgFEgcqR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC_TZ-sLFvj6WU27xpZMtpQKYICj--sUihC1Q4QvObbQA&oe=66B1EBFF	person_profile	0	Kelly's Koop	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453405710_1708390742900256_3037893309650303614_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7ZBhM3nSKVsQ7kNvgGoKkQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4l5c51MYXBKxBZQOJL0jHKTdHIABpESwhg7wZUOMh0A&oe=66B210BC	0	3	New Hours for the Month of August <br /> <br /> Please share. Thank you !! <br /> <br /> Friday 3pm to 7pm<br /> Saturday 11am to 4pm<br /> Sunday 10am to 2pm	Kelly's Koop	7337	https://facebook.com/kellyskoop	MESSAGE_PAGE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952723	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792942	1201	337613742755603	1	8.8717481999734E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	328286430371531	MoonRomance	120211337115390535	play.google.com	Install now		NONE	video	Read with Your Ears➤➤		https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wallpaper4d.parallax4d.pixel3d.topwallpapers.best.live.wallpaper.video.clock.camera.hdwallpapers.free.pro		1722496868	3.2828643037153E+14	MoonRomance	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453632734_1231298907890408_8335936726766695345_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zNr3LRasTfEQ7kNvgFs1ovx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD7wcA9E6N40FWKA7RixVg5W0J6nBSs4-fvwA6C-aHB6g&oe=66B1FFC4	person_profile	0	MoonRomance	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453744431_1296463074665004_7199657276207165353_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=phm9kCkNzXUQ7kNvgEYJEvf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCn6sbcq0mbQwSI0wYu0xkkXyNyzrfF-jkJCMpQ4w4qtA&oe=66B1EEB0	0	3	"I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ <br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> ***<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> 4 hours earlier<br /> I woke up in a very good mood. I am finally eighteen and today is the day I find my mate. It actually depends on both sides. If they are of age, they'll find each other soon enough, seventeen is the youngest you can be when you find your mate.<br /> However, most of the time, the guy or the girl have to wait for their other half to come of age, which I think is a great idea.<br /> Yes, I'm a werewolf, specifically the current Beta's daughter and soon to be Beta's sister. The disappointment of the family. But that's okay; I'm not very inclined to make them proud or follow in their footsteps, but mostly they want Alex to do it.<br /> Don't get me wrong. I'm not abused or bullied; except for the occasional remarks, shunned from society, the usual stuff.<br /> They say I'm ugly, but I know better than to believe that. I could have been popular due to my blue eyes and gold speckles, blonde hair and hourglass figure. But I like to keep to myself. Plus my hair was naturally blonde unlike my mother's peroxide bleached hair that comes out of bottles and pricey extensions. Actually, dad and Alex both have brown hair so I don't know how I have blonde hair. For months, I even checked the roots of my hair to find some sort of discoloration to prove that even my hair was bleached. But in vain.<br /> My mom was the stereotypical cheerleader in high school while my dad was the “douche” and quarterback. Apparently they want me to be like them, and social hierarchy exists in packs as well. And my brother is following our parents footsteps, sleeping with more than half of the population, while I'm not.<br /> They revel in attention and bullying people who are lower than them, as they say. To the outside world, my family and I love each other. On the inside it’s an extreme hate relationship, something the pack is aware of except for the Alpha and Luna.<br /> If they knew the truth, my parents, Tiffany and Mark, would lose their respect and beloved Alex's position would be taken away from him. Which would obviously take his popularity down a notch. Horrifying for him. Entertaining for me.<br /> Anyways, today is also the soon-to-be Alpha's eighteenth birthday. James Rodriguez.<br /> Sometimes I wonder how someone as sweet and kind as Diana and George, produce a kid like James.<br /> In short, James is the snobby player. It’s actually really surprising how none of the girls are pregnant yet...<br /> Back to me, I dressed up with more care than usual. I wore a baby pink sundress with black gladiator sandals. I applied a bit of winged liner to make my eyes pop. I've always read stories about loving mates. Who knows how much of it is true? For all I know, it’s some made up fantasy to make mates seem like the ultimate endgame. Maybe one day, I would meet my mate and then we could run away towards the sunset............or something, I don't really care.<br /> Apparently, all mates are compatible with their other half. It’s like love at first sight and the males getting all possessive about their mates is very appealing and a turn on, or so I've heard.<br /> It's all hearsay. And I think it’s stupid. It’s like the males are all custom made robots. Why else would their behavior be so alike?<br /> And there was a paragraph about heat and shifting and marking. Maybe, my mate's gonna go all caveman on me and tear my throat out.<br /> I'm just kidding, morbid thoughts on my birthday are kind of my thing. And its wishful thinking. I don't care. He might even be an omega and I still wouldn't care. Even if he's a human, it wouldn't matter. And if he's not in this pack then..... Oh well... It's better for me. I don't want to stay in a pack where I have no respect and people treat me bad. Status had once mattered to me. But when you have parents like mine, you kind of start praying not to ever be like them.<br /> Not once did they look at me but of course, Alexander was doted on by everyone. Kids. Parents. Friends. You name it.<br /> Apparently, it's because he's a boy. And according to my mother, girls are good for getting screwed, getting hit on, obeying their men, acting flirty along, and popping out heirs.<br /> And lucky for you all, my mother happens to be exhibit A.<br /> You should all be jealous because it's not everyday that you have a live walking, talking example to show the word and tell them what a hoe your mother is.<br /> Third Person POV <br /> Nikolina walked to school as she was not allowed a car. Though Alex was the proud owner of a shiny Silver Volvo. Double standards were very common in the Reed family. She had always wanted her own car, something that was a stunning shade of bright canary yellow, but that dream was nowhere close to becoming a reality.<br /> All of a sudden, she smelt an amazing scent; peppermint and honey. Lydia purred and rolled around in happiness, barely able to contain her excitement.<br /> On searching for the source, her eyes met warm, hazel orbs. His eyes expressed lust and adoration as they raked all over her body.<br /> Realization finally hit her hard when she saw that James-freaking-Rodriguez was her mate! The next Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack. And he was Portia's long-standing boyfriend.<br /> You know what he did next? James went back to groping the head cheerleader. “Portia.... “ Oh, sorry. Rookie mistake. Portia Scott.<br /> Tears threatened to fall while her wolf Lydia whimpered, seeing her mate touch another...<br /> “Our mate is beautiful.” James's wolf, Jace said. Nikolina was more than just beautiful. Many males of the pack thought she was gorgeous but never mentioned it out loud due to the fear of facing Alex's wrath. Alex was the one to start it all: the petty insults, the hateful words and making an outcast out of her. Others had just followed his footsteps. And of course, some of the girls were shallow enough to find happiness by making Nikolina feel miserable, because they were insecure about themselves.<br /> But the main issue was, though James thought Nikolina was pretty, he would never accept her as his mate and Luna. Though she was Beta Mark's daughter and was of high status, both him and his ego considered her a nobody. He knew about the insults and he had done it as well. In his eyes, she was worthless and all everyone ever did was talk down on her and she never fought back.<br /> He couldn't have a... thing like that as his mate. Beauty just wasn't enough for him, being a ruthless woman was a requirement.<br /> “She might be beautiful but I don't want her. She's a nobody. If people know that she is my mate, I would become the laughing stock of my pack. Seriously, people walk all over her. She can never be my Luna.” That was the thought going through his mind as he sucked on Portia's neck hard enough to bruise.<br /> “Ow! You're hurting me, boo! You know Kelly has my concealer today.” Portia whined but still made no move to shove James away. She just proceeded to grind her lower body into James and trying to get as close as humanly possible without getting rid of her clothes in public.<br /> James finally pried Portia off his body and walked towards his mate. In some ways, Portia was like a bloodsucking leech or an annoying wart, never leaving without a fight.<br /> “Baby, where are you going? I need you!” Her voice was like a cat dragging its claws across a board.<br /> James just signalled her to shut up before walking towards his mate. He would do the right thing, of course, as the future Alpha of Solaris Eclipse Pack and give Nikolina what she deserves.<br /> He stopped in front of her and asked, “What's your name?”<br /> “Nikolina,” she stated. He soon noticed that she had no friends and no car and he felt the curious stares on his back as everyone's attention was on him.<br /> “I, James Rodriguez, soon to be alpha of Eclipse Pack reject you, Nikolina Reed as my mate and Luna. “ As he rejected her, Jace whimpered and cowered. And James felt bad but he knew this was the right thing to do for himself and the pack. From his perspective, Nikolina was someone who brought out the worst in people and Portia was way more deserving to be his mate and Luna, considering that she was fearless and wasn't afraid to fight dirty for her rights.<br /> James was an egoistic douche bag who mistook petty behavior for fearless but he was blinded by the greed for power and popularity.<br /> The pain was blinding for Nikolina. She would have collapsed if not for the anger that surged through her. She was furious. At James. The Moon Goddess. Not realizing how painful rejection was. Her fate. It was a never ending list.<br /> It felt like she was being drowned in liquid bleach, her lungs burned and she saw red. Anger took over the pain she was feeling and she didn't want to give him the satisfaction of knowing how hurt she was.<br /> Her next words took both of them by surprise. She was anything but weak and she knew she deserved a lot better than some douche bag who was disrespectful towards his own mate. Alpha or not, he shouldn't be the one who gets the last laugh.<br /> “I, Nikolina Reed, accept your rejection as my mate and Alpha. I sincerely hope you get the clap!”<br /> With that, she turned on her heel and left the school premises.<br /> “Who needs a mate? Especially someone like James. People like him need girls like Portia by their sides, who cater to their whims and needs and whatever freaky carnal desire they might have.” Nikolina thought darkly. She wasn't going to give in to her pain and this rejection was the final push that encouraged her to chase after her freedom and break bonds with the family who had clipped off her wings.<br /> James felt a tiny bit of hurt realizing that she didn't even think twice before accepting the rejection and all he could wonder was how did she not burst into tears or grovel at his feet to take her back. Jace did not talk. He just whimpered, feeling the loss of his mate. Before James could think of it anymore, Portia dragged him to an empty classroom to distract her beloved Jamie boo. It seemed as if James wasn't the least bit affected by the incident with Nikolina, because his actions didn't falter as he hitched Portia's skirt up and ripped her panties, drilling her like an animal and releasing himself on her clothes and face as he left her alone to clean up.<br /> Nikolina POV<br /> “Well, he can go drill his toy as much as he wants.” I thought darkly while making my way towards home. All Lydia did was whimper. The moment I saw James, I knew something like this was bound to happen. You don't have any expectations when someone like him is supposed to be your destined mate. He was born with a big ego and he can just stuff it up his.<br /> “Maybe he regrets hurting us, you know.” Lydia whimpered.<br /> Before I could reply, searing hot pain flooded my senses. I felt myself fall on the pavement and the pain started to become more intense. It is obvious, isn't it? He's already drilling someone just minutes after rejecting me. It felt like my body was set on fire and the blistering flames charred my skin.<br /> I slowly got up and almost keeled over as my vision turned white. Dizziness washed over me. I had to clench my fists and dig my fingers hard enough to draw blood. Getting away from him and this stupid pack is my best bet. He was doing it intentionally considering the fact he knows that we're both connected unless one of us dies or gets marked by another. Walking never felt so strenuous and with every step I had to force myself to not curl up on the pavement and cry. I know I deserve someone better but I did want to cry my pain away.<br /> After what seemed like hours, the pain slowly ebbed away. Painful times ahead. The only problem is that the mate bond doesn't break even after being rejected. Only if the rejected is marked by the first mate or by another, or if one of the mates die, will the bond break.<br /> I entered my house and went to my room to pack my bags. You know, in every werewolf story the rejected mate writes letters before leaving. There's no logic to it. I mean, don't you get it? No one cares if you leave. No one cares if you die. No one cares if you slit your throat or get molested or murdered. That's the harsh truth. Why should I open my feelings on a letter make them feel pity? I can just run away and live my best life, away from them. It's not like they will send out search teams for you.<br /> I don't want pity. I can do better than that. I picked up my red lipstick and wrote in capitals before leaving. I know I'm dramatic but it serves them right. They'll remember this for years to come: women can walk away without feeling a twinge of guilt or regret.<br /> Showing vulnerability would only make me seem weak and I've let people walk over me way too many times.<br /> My mom was probably busy getting her hair done or something. That's the only thing she ever does. Or her nails. Or maybe she was out shopping with snobby people like herself. It's obvious that birds of a feather flock together. The only thing I ever liked about her is that she cooked for us, sometimes. Mom made a mean lasagna.<br /> Dad was probably with Alpha George. That's usually where he is. But then again, he also has this terrible habit of getting drunk during daylight hours. And once he even groped some other girl in front of the whole pack. Mom turned an ugly shade of red as she kicked him in the crotch. Those were the good days. It was fun when he laid on the couch with a bag of frozen peas on his groin and mom was nowhere around.<br /> Leaving was better for me anyway. Nothing was tying me down to this place. No friends. No proper family. I would be doing myself and them a favor.<br /> I took my dad's sleek black Porsche for my escapade. I might as well leave loaded and in style, besides it's high time I had a car.<br /> Just as I reached the pack border, I said, “I, Nikolina Reed, break all ties with the Solaris Eclipse Pack.” The patrol guards looked at me, but its not like they would stop me.<br /> The pack links broke and with that I revved up the engine and sped through the borders, driving towards my new life. A better life. It was a blessing that this pack did not care enough to stop me.<br /> <br /> >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>><br /> Keep the story going! Download our app and listen to the rest of the audiobook ID:99168.	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1952198	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557523	1754792942	1201	1011740910193284			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210998511740606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	6501	NONE	dpa	Reto - Sunglasses	$16.99	https://kellyobi.com/products/reto-sunglasses?variant=44186668925226		1722498707	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453657140_8433705726649323_381610922977609485_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zZPYTMRsyX0Q7kNvgGh6QoI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHCplXKr7nTSo8PlUU_iPe8uaM048F5HYyRrKEElwngQ&oe=66B20DEC	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453622133_484030094232771_5060468010742917826_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Xep6vIIzPBwQ7kNvgH4jvkM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCteH-V9bbOll9C6J56Hv6b1NilnCibexv4Wz1RCm2Scw&oe=66B201D3	0	3	Elevate your style with Kelly Obi New York's exclusive collection. Shop Up to 30% Off at KellyObi.com	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952201	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557523	1754792942	1201	550691690615489	1	1.1618931984713E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	156840528219894	Kelly Ethan	6596454010447	amazon.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	“Such fun surprises await in this book!”	"A refreshing and funny read..."	https://www.amazon.com/Killer-Knight-Murderous-Chairleg-Book-Paranormal-ebook/dp/B083JRTP34?maas=maas_adg_91306A5F3D88D18993FB251AB86B45E9_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas		1722467906	1.5684052821989E+14	Kelly Ethan	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654505_412352768504807_5622294865251158752_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nR-JTvG5sjgQ7kNvgGQnjSu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD1q1JAHQYeS37uV-ipDC3FSZ5mYiA5UgKfSqkJxrUAFg&oe=66B1FD86	person_profile	0	Kelly Ethan	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453849904_407473345125837_3348034559753635197_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1cV2lIclzWEQ7kNvgHEx8Z8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA3ILoVlNNP2HGg454y9VAMUsnFyQwQ0deXwh7euZvSTQ&oe=66B1F6FF	0	3	A killer knight. A snarky, talking cat. And a dead body…let the mayhem begin. Join Xandie Meyers as she dips her librarian toes into the sometimes hilarious and always chaotic magical world of Point Muse. Inheriting a sentient library from a mysterious great-aunt could be the plot of a magical, mystery novel. Except Xandie’s living it…at least she’s trying to. But a shadowy killer has other plans for Xandie and her inheritance. Between her chaos-causing, long-lost witch family, furry law enforcement, and a dead body or two she has barely any time to learn how to navigate her new magical reality. Rally behind Xandie as she has no choice but to swing into Sherlock librarian mode, solve the murders, save the day and the cat…otherwise she might just end up as a midnight snack. Enjoy a sassy, humorous read that will make you want to explore a whole new world of cozy, paranormal mystery! Read Kelly Ethan’s The Killer Knight and the Murderous Chairleg. 🥰 This one may keep you up all night: Ebook: https://amzn.to/4anQI8Y Paperback: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0645102539	Kelly Ethan	275	https://facebook.com/KellyEthanWriter	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952205	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	839282031145905			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210843468540606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58846	NONE	dpa	Cola - Sunglasses	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/cola-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44180598915370		1721812183	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452525244_1007432110624745_330327239015441678_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1aaXGSR5eaoQ7kNvgFytddT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBSAI48NyTjSiSbowx4WmJ32nLVMN1NsTAtAKTsZQaHfg&oe=66B1E89B	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452673356_355121614148600_1199739438211198282_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=e48DyzfRRSAQ7kNvgHYIm7L&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCT6BxmnyXNl0KxnN_983PhuGMjhuQpXIvaj1ftcKBhQQ&oe=66B2046C	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
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1952217	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	516754870822726			1721804400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210822050000606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58775	NONE	dpa	Kelly Obi New York	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/reto-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186668925226		1721725592	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452356174_809959317953070_5130825622840467989_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sTPLiDseYn0Q7kNvgHSEfpw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDStSiwxGdwZHWqdHud0W5mYXTkdDcq8ll6hxrJnAhE9Q&oe=66B1E8BC	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452413472_792800793008970_5494976997065438326_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RFs3BwUcOigQ7kNvgFtqTjw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA0E0SfRWRIpRNBZ9hy2DmsaHOnmPjsLgwvCTvZr6EE6w&oe=66B1ECC1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952220	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	516754870822726			1721804400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210822050000606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58775	NONE	dpa	Kelly Obi New York	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/reto-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186668925226		1721725592	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452356174_809959317953070_5130825622840467989_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sTPLiDseYn0Q7kNvgHSEfpw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDStSiwxGdwZHWqdHud0W5mYXTkdDcq8ll6hxrJnAhE9Q&oe=66B1E8BC	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452413472_792800793008970_5494976997065438326_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RFs3BwUcOigQ7kNvgFtqTjw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA0E0SfRWRIpRNBZ9hy2DmsaHOnmPjsLgwvCTvZr6EE6w&oe=66B1ECC1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952224	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	1190724368809793	11	1.6704222737928E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988561550606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/ikwunne-set		1722456163	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453385852_1022414616180205_2201628433644733965_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=GCxFDi5zafwQ7kNvgG1PpBM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYASoHSf9_Dey9IX8gZOlI98tjRmJ0SJqJ3IjialLcmVIQ&oe=66B1F42A	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453245631_1009336197331990_263754768068062697_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=quu-IQMGXMwQ7kNvgGCRfpL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBAYHCSIGkeVhdoKQJZ7f9dgQIQIDGmDr5drUes832fRA&oe=66B1F22B	0	3	Get into this look styled by the fabulous @thejessicachristen - This jumpsuit from @dua.menka is head to toe fabulous! Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952226	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	368852582685517			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988419940606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	20410	NONE	dpa	Free worldwide shipping	New collection			1722455763	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453404103_809867054460413_6289670959362951804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AroEQXD1X7kQ7kNvgHBXcWZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAw-s0PQUSjVITvkRkizyQcODGWsncBGX1i4NQZgqPH1g&oe=66B1E0AF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453244431_503691208805887_7948880208320814666_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yJaMCzQOquEQ7kNvgHfMmXe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfB-IKCQnXUvxF1VkW6Iesy_3UvCvFQoCVejjdrmFuqQ&oe=66B207F9	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952230	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	368852582685517			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988419940606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	20410	NONE	dpa	Free worldwide shipping	New collection			1722455763	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453404103_809867054460413_6289670959362951804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AroEQXD1X7kQ7kNvgHBXcWZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAw-s0PQUSjVITvkRkizyQcODGWsncBGX1i4NQZgqPH1g&oe=66B1E0AF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453244431_503691208805887_7948880208320814666_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yJaMCzQOquEQ7kNvgHfMmXe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfB-IKCQnXUvxF1VkW6Iesy_3UvCvFQoCVejjdrmFuqQ&oe=66B207F9	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952231	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	368852582685517			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988419940606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	20410	NONE	dpa	Free worldwide shipping	New collection			1722455763	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453404103_809867054460413_6289670959362951804_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AroEQXD1X7kQ7kNvgHBXcWZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAw-s0PQUSjVITvkRkizyQcODGWsncBGX1i4NQZgqPH1g&oe=66B1E0AF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453244431_503691208805887_7948880208320814666_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yJaMCzQOquEQ7kNvgHfMmXe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfB-IKCQnXUvxF1VkW6Iesy_3UvCvFQoCVejjdrmFuqQ&oe=66B207F9	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952232	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952233	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952235	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	3804270619901380	2	1.0187849466238E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591030116199	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨ Beautifully Updated Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384131	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508444_466761402978874_1702335553562991746_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8wxiCvGsxl8Q7kNvgF4rtPB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYATzja7yrvAxSPkyz2NbqujUw7unPe4JoRMkkFMvrQtlQ&oe=66B1E304	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453608889_1286103166104148_3778108287715675628_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sl5nZV-_7EcQ7kNvgFC-hw1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAByCd9_aiESsUay1gI1ly-P6ePJINjod-aS3Kx51FCHA&oe=66B1FE7B	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952238	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557524	1754792942	1201	1036086888165312	1	4.9837213921559E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142770460406	link.agent-crm.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR INDEXED UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	Click here for a personalized quote	https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/bookings/iul-calendar-kelly-smith		1722360797	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453186649_1166467171240893_5174953533751145311_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mcVrqhL4V-oQ7kNvgFqGwn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAQjKHxI5JzbRe_VjuMnE-SZlXeu7vGcHOfjpm568NF0w&oe=66B1FBD0	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453383261_446156488414135_7802032055262447995_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fnjnvl1fTSkQ7kNvgGs01Dn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBJExrFt4DswJSG3RoFcFxLwlVObxDEt14SFBlN9GTFPg&oe=66B1EE7F	0	3	Most people don't invest because they are scared to lose what they have worked so hard for. IUL's eliminate loss while taking advantage of every opportunity to grow. <br /> <br /> Click the link below to learn more!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952241	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	316769888091688	9	3.1316296512552E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951653490606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1722326479	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453309125_488111107284520_8923626030472285774_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rn3UuLYNnV8Q7kNvgFblp6D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-0L4gjUnhyyPmEKJ28SUlMnyVTxpn0HtzEgyvBzncTA&oe=66B1E981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453613496_2206008969779134_3081561251743206305_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Hcx2hC1tG1IQ7kNvgGpQ9Nl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAUc3DZ52GtJfiJD2_lLJOq3HwmVzS6cW3rExwj8Go6Tw&oe=66B20187	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952242	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	316769888091688	9	3.1316296512552E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951653490606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1722326479	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453309125_488111107284520_8923626030472285774_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Rn3UuLYNnV8Q7kNvgFblp6D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-0L4gjUnhyyPmEKJ28SUlMnyVTxpn0HtzEgyvBzncTA&oe=66B1E981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453613496_2206008969779134_3081561251743206305_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Hcx2hC1tG1IQ7kNvgGpQ9Nl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAUc3DZ52GtJfiJD2_lLJOq3HwmVzS6cW3rExwj8Go6Tw&oe=66B20187	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952244	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1006581604155494	1	1.9297308241923E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	206191906087972	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	120211439554150505	www.kellyjeep.com	Shop now		NONE	video	🌄 Lehigh Valley's Value Leader	🌄 Lehigh Valley's Value Leader	https://www.kellyjeep.com/		1722267840	2.0619190608797E+14	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453214429_1555810888697697_8496514161574075805_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ELmE4PUgzn8Q7kNvgGxfB1Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAZScskrrPP00ZveYPYX7gGt17mtDrlKZ-izGqEga-q8w&oe=66B1E63B	person_profile	0	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram☘️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453212631_1002119404824474_7148332527789426395_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wSCuLAn7k2wQ7kNvgF7SZc1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZTRV_Zj0UEqQoezMekIWkffESCDghz9eUxkBbAPYC_w&oe=66B1DEB6	0	3	End your summer with Kelly's PERKS! Enjoy a 30-Day Exchange Program or 3-day Money Back Guarantee, Live Pricing, NO GAMES, and FREE State Inspection 🤩	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	1155	https://facebook.com/KellyChryslerDodgeJeepRam	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952249	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1047702636949484	2	8.0028778331405E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988487130606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456015	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407683_1054365259359217_1339016608450594844_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TCgBomOLKa4Q7kNvgE8asb1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAiljGcjqTTD6EMzBu7svnwzJJ-mTqGE4aZMrIE1DmH3g&oe=66B20E61	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453489636_2241769412838692_7039658356725816220_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TzfusQfzK4MQ7kNvgHFNXVW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYALtVEajYafglGakL5YOCjV0r-nzN_M17Fck1xKpacy0w&oe=66B1F70C	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952251	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952252	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952255	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952256	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952257	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952258	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952260	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952261	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1738330266705442	1	8.793607740099E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951580440606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326391	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453173366_381587137943795_8350293437708487057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YSW5crpRyH4Q7kNvgGFD7jk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDl54EfYWyg8Ii7bWm4gAARQhiw9WeEggmGU4wqhvia6Q&oe=66B1F8CB	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453161830_1526710811524928_2920899756345626384_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mekS0KslyOkQ7kNvgEQ6mxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBuKqRitsInbJf2YiftuAt9XEP_RgdBXyH7CUBSbmcTzg&oe=66B1EA36	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952263	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1738330266705442	1	8.793607740099E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951580440606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326391	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453173366_381587137943795_8350293437708487057_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YSW5crpRyH4Q7kNvgGFD7jk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDl54EfYWyg8Ii7bWm4gAARQhiw9WeEggmGU4wqhvia6Q&oe=66B1F8CB	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453161830_1526710811524928_2920899756345626384_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mekS0KslyOkQ7kNvgEQ6mxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBuKqRitsInbJf2YiftuAt9XEP_RgdBXyH7CUBSbmcTzg&oe=66B1EA36	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952266	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952268	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952270	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952271	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952272	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952273	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952276	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952277	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952278	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952281	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952282	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952283	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952286	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952287	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	1510080216603250	1	1.1319296745861E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303067180491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment		https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936241	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067575_1026376098892966_1888371523482580852_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nDQCk3S9vCEQ7kNvgGCH29R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaSzI3ay9qLMd1Nu1M_W10-Ipv4WIigpJ8wO_9LhX8Uw&oe=66B1F2B5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452910630_1692939248176350_1033030294041904195_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nH9kQdNs_X8Q7kNvgFYx2fX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCpY62Ggbl2APqiurwz95bfBtqOATNqyyptu_p4xiKilw&oe=66B1EA6B	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952288	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792942	1201	799759628810778	9	1.2097160900633E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210869237610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1721897138	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452946060_455612817316927_3494358244437925902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jQP2EZUggGwQ7kNvgEv47gN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC6yGyXWK14hdSW1_D_gFktlcEVcSKag12zlb3Tvfy2Eg&oe=66B205D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452930638_1030413778790901_4319975891845240059_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=doO2X5e1Gj8Q7kNvgHcCBWI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrasxZ7-aG8IRfaPVwcu-wtQ7gy57GLr-3Q_CdBcf_bQ&oe=66B1F70C	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952291	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	799759628810778	9	1.2097160900633E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210869237610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/rainbow-pleated-set-1		1721897138	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452946060_455612817316927_3494358244437925902_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jQP2EZUggGwQ7kNvgEv47gN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC6yGyXWK14hdSW1_D_gFktlcEVcSKag12zlb3Tvfy2Eg&oe=66B205D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452930638_1030413778790901_4319975891845240059_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=doO2X5e1Gj8Q7kNvgHcCBWI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrasxZ7-aG8IRfaPVwcu-wtQ7gy57GLr-3Q_CdBcf_bQ&oe=66B1F70C	0	3	Let's all take a moment to appreciate the vibrant and uplifting rainbow vibes that @franchelaulises is radiating today. It's truly contagious! 🌈😊 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952292	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952298	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952301	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952302	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952303	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952304	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1037051238026316	1	1.449402442394E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210843531080606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/giraffe-print-pleated-set		1721812507	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452804607_1684213579065042_4611483196707795351_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N7VCUhjgHR8Q7kNvgFFKDoi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAGoWc9y44AC__-UvVAqbsloPz-pcFRUFpWnhdYv9CNGA&oe=66B1FAB7	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452611391_478404831806277_535770655663903314_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=peUH0RgSURwQ7kNvgGmMWmo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiHvBXFpFnAwr_FnkyO_Bv1TK4gOWCVlufMwzJmn2IHg&oe=66B1F85E	0	3	Get 20% off your first order with free worldwide shipping! Shop now and rock this stunning print by Angodiva at Kelly Obi New York.	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952307	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1013225719971500	3	1.6017101406268E+15	1722236400	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218341400400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157596	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/435674379_1405613807502844_550945838494028954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d6RzjXbfNR4Q7kNvgEPTFg8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDo8o8GQooxEWJ8_gOP7boHrVzhW1OEZAePebG4EkHG4w&oe=66B1E4F2	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436454801_1106479870603096_2934596281896102096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo8bcGwBeZUQ7kNvgGa40T9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBmZm7bITxY9dJvplzseW1W3uOAK4oTEIXtnQt5IK6mfw&oe=66B1D943	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952309	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1013225719971500	3	1.6017101406268E+15	1722236400	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218341400400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157596	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/435674379_1405613807502844_550945838494028954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d6RzjXbfNR4Q7kNvgEPTFg8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDo8o8GQooxEWJ8_gOP7boHrVzhW1OEZAePebG4EkHG4w&oe=66B1E4F2	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436454801_1106479870603096_2934596281896102096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo8bcGwBeZUQ7kNvgGa40T9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBmZm7bITxY9dJvplzseW1W3uOAK4oTEIXtnQt5IK6mfw&oe=66B1D943	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952310	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1013225719971500	3	1.6017101406268E+15	1722236400	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218341400400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157596	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/435674379_1405613807502844_550945838494028954_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=d6RzjXbfNR4Q7kNvgEPTFg8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDo8o8GQooxEWJ8_gOP7boHrVzhW1OEZAePebG4EkHG4w&oe=66B1E4F2	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436454801_1106479870603096_2934596281896102096_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eo8bcGwBeZUQ7kNvgGa40T9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBmZm7bITxY9dJvplzseW1W3uOAK4oTEIXtnQt5IK6mfw&oe=66B1D943	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952312	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	1650970179029909	4	3.5669151636117E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856063750606	www.kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721844214	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452635829_1099504318507609_4537971340789671392_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHP6_fyD5_UQ7kNvgEoahcc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAk9U1h8Tm6YTuGOW7uleJ1uplQC00eXzOdaUiJn0kRcg&oe=66B2083E	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452429341_1610233696377136_8109919147265355644_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7-G7fcR_RxEQ7kNvgETp9cH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCO2toX8JJ2WldofVlkx7HGEc3dmkqPrWCKnLAPuEa7IQ&oe=66B20512	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Get 20% Off SITEWIDE #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952314	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	432182213165232	11	1.5346894174508E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210975046810606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/adaugo-dress		1722412606	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453741718_1010012860766011_8127505383400749879_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2pv1baPRJOYQ7kNvgEn5fxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXA2cDuxmXKd9tKxHEg4zOVpQgQWkDg1nYoTaNeSSoVA&oe=66B1F01F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315361_795844972718465_410440127910619086_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WHWnePWjdDkQ7kNvgEY3uFO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBKg5RMeyvzYIwV1QbziN41cTjILG1aoXeZ2vsFIaIglg&oe=66B2100B	0	3	So cute! Could definitely see myself wearing this to a wedding ❤️ Cute look worn by @phenomenalkat. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952315	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792943	1201	432182213165232	11	1.5346894174508E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210975046810606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/adaugo-dress		1722412606	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453741718_1010012860766011_8127505383400749879_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2pv1baPRJOYQ7kNvgEn5fxm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXA2cDuxmXKd9tKxHEg4zOVpQgQWkDg1nYoTaNeSSoVA&oe=66B1F01F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315361_795844972718465_410440127910619086_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WHWnePWjdDkQ7kNvgEY3uFO&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBKg5RMeyvzYIwV1QbziN41cTjILG1aoXeZ2vsFIaIglg&oe=66B2100B	0	3	So cute! Could definitely see myself wearing this to a wedding ❤️ Cute look worn by @phenomenalkat. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952320	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952323	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952324	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952327	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952328	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952329	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952332	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	860572938839601	6	1.0262457959078E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210938749570606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free Worldwide Shipping	Buy now, pay later	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722267974	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325165_778670154174570_6682575326470659291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Lu4ccFwK0JcQ7kNvgEx12dl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCR989_U2qGchHaK0RWYW1PK2N3k-VrS1ayTZ0MYjN1Dw&oe=66B1DA15	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407159_1200175388076620_1649899245187704652_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RW2fW24SvboQ7kNvgGowdTt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9NgLari9DkdydhdBis4qE44fMOIrkNgn1QjmEC9-NZA&oe=66B20E2A	0	3	Summer Lux vibes with @phenomenalkat 😍 Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952335	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	498926885979475	14	4.6329962981172E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951519880606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/odeluwa-kaftan-nj		1722326180	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453170274_925653819320112_3508771994192122805_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PFK28_VLql4Q7kNvgGF32aM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDOipN8L51WXXezf3b3RpCdZC_e8T1ZwMKW4ZIv-Ri3QQ&oe=66B20059	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453270068_1188745922348457_6861104688452421791_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fnADA_ke6lMQ7kNvgHt4Fcq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDvtmpQPzCpoOa-ervufY3EmEOMLjg0CmzzacpSzCmvIg&oe=66B1EA81	0	3	14 day returns	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952336	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	498926885979475	14	4.6329962981172E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951519880606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/odeluwa-kaftan-nj		1722326180	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453170274_925653819320112_3508771994192122805_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PFK28_VLql4Q7kNvgGF32aM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDOipN8L51WXXezf3b3RpCdZC_e8T1ZwMKW4ZIv-Ri3QQ&oe=66B20059	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453270068_1188745922348457_6861104688452421791_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fnADA_ke6lMQ7kNvgHt4Fcq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDvtmpQPzCpoOa-ervufY3EmEOMLjg0CmzzacpSzCmvIg&oe=66B1EA81	0	3	14 day returns	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952338	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1018550236584975	2	4.3472272590456E+14	1722409200	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218304420400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438036331_366850032341967_3475385592577055237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1etvFdCP3Y8Q7kNvgH5pdEC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYQGuqMizDlV2P_QQb2XQPqek49aFxy7p3hicnx3oxfQ&oe=66B20C3C	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437904361_1471758523765030_2872418273023516529_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j7WmiI2TlmIQ7kNvgHsRHNe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC7janaPVfIcteq9gPU_0N2IbQYc7cWR3UAAbH3xK5M4Q&oe=66B1DFB3	0	3	The only face I know — is the one I have to hide.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952339	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1018550236584975	2	4.3472272590456E+14	1722409200	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218304420400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438036331_366850032341967_3475385592577055237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1etvFdCP3Y8Q7kNvgH5pdEC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYQGuqMizDlV2P_QQb2XQPqek49aFxy7p3hicnx3oxfQ&oe=66B20C3C	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437904361_1471758523765030_2872418273023516529_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j7WmiI2TlmIQ7kNvgHsRHNe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC7janaPVfIcteq9gPU_0N2IbQYc7cWR3UAAbH3xK5M4Q&oe=66B1DFB3	0	3	The only face I know — is the one I have to hide.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952340	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1018550236584975	2	4.3472272590456E+14	1722409200	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218304420400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438036331_366850032341967_3475385592577055237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1etvFdCP3Y8Q7kNvgH5pdEC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYQGuqMizDlV2P_QQb2XQPqek49aFxy7p3hicnx3oxfQ&oe=66B20C3C	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437904361_1471758523765030_2872418273023516529_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j7WmiI2TlmIQ7kNvgHsRHNe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC7janaPVfIcteq9gPU_0N2IbQYc7cWR3UAAbH3xK5M4Q&oe=66B1DFB3	0	3	The only face I know — is the one I have to hide.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952341	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1018550236584975	2	4.3472272590456E+14	1722409200	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218304420400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438036331_366850032341967_3475385592577055237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1etvFdCP3Y8Q7kNvgH5pdEC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYQGuqMizDlV2P_QQb2XQPqek49aFxy7p3hicnx3oxfQ&oe=66B20C3C	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437904361_1471758523765030_2872418273023516529_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j7WmiI2TlmIQ7kNvgHsRHNe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC7janaPVfIcteq9gPU_0N2IbQYc7cWR3UAAbH3xK5M4Q&oe=66B1DFB3	0	3	The only face I know — is the one I have to hide.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952342	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1018550236584975	2	4.3472272590456E+14	1722409200	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218304420400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438036331_366850032341967_3475385592577055237_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1etvFdCP3Y8Q7kNvgH5pdEC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYQGuqMizDlV2P_QQb2XQPqek49aFxy7p3hicnx3oxfQ&oe=66B20C3C	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437904361_1471758523765030_2872418273023516529_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j7WmiI2TlmIQ7kNvgHsRHNe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC7janaPVfIcteq9gPU_0N2IbQYc7cWR3UAAbH3xK5M4Q&oe=66B1DFB3	0	3	The only face I know — is the one I have to hide.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952346	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952347	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952350	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952351	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952352	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952355	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952356	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952357	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1405682273559358	2	4.7396620888686E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303130780491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936402	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452560057_401480876278467_4755579632398344769_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wFITcyKteoUQ7kNvgE4x5PN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD0eHIFbG8cWiYxlMgBC1rvcRqdyfOE8m5rnt3a9vFQww&oe=66B1ED42	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452896846_1076866933801103_1433672468327546184_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7Px7oqObE0Q7kNvgHSYy4S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3S83UXAkATH64ggs2K5yWFSYA1Kd4YDSaBs50fA4Nyw&oe=66B1DAF9	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952359	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1233119737850372	4	1.4077848999156E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856011200606	www.kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1721844169	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452630104_449498941287966_7250637821159572133_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wticOTyhOT8Q7kNvgEnN9l6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBsCpsJgpcJuqv2C21P3q-QgfcETFyEmTCvmPt2JccJFQ&oe=66B20981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452654653_1546447276268610_2690838859809083258_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Web6HevTlYwQ7kNvgEriww8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAd9gPMoY9kF8YIiRgiHaknFqhTxM2JxCxGxgtLyx0lJA&oe=66B1EAEE	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Get 20% Off SITEWIDE #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952360	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1233119737850372	4	1.4077848999156E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856011200606	www.kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1721844169	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452630104_449498941287966_7250637821159572133_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wticOTyhOT8Q7kNvgEnN9l6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBsCpsJgpcJuqv2C21P3q-QgfcETFyEmTCvmPt2JccJFQ&oe=66B20981	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452654653_1546447276268610_2690838859809083258_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Web6HevTlYwQ7kNvgEriww8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAd9gPMoY9kF8YIiRgiHaknFqhTxM2JxCxGxgtLyx0lJA&oe=66B1EAEE	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Get 20% Off SITEWIDE #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952361	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1555615775309688	1	1.4998299038977E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262931390491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768782	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452450586_498160722596201_3364708602000298910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U5QQ2Igq6sYQ7kNvgFMlfTv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAYcY0Py-uiYWNAWbXE5wNy2-jpAH5WLg8oN6t7Z1987Q&oe=66B201D5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452479620_1162466491673470_6163573924264820054_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jYCGHKFUBPAQ7kNvgHMvNce&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDncLWHrLqMz36rNagPS7P2zan0KvvmMO6mTBdD6cuTaQ&oe=66B1F7A2	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952363	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557527	1754792943	1201	1555615775309688	1	1.4998299038977E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262931390491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768782	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452450586_498160722596201_3364708602000298910_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U5QQ2Igq6sYQ7kNvgFMlfTv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAYcY0Py-uiYWNAWbXE5wNy2-jpAH5WLg8oN6t7Z1987Q&oe=66B201D5	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452479620_1162466491673470_6163573924264820054_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jYCGHKFUBPAQ7kNvgHMvNce&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDncLWHrLqMz36rNagPS7P2zan0KvvmMO6mTBdD6cuTaQ&oe=66B1F7A2	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952367	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3743777799193836	1	1.1931415154393E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988462170606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722456056	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453417800_852245976785908_5253214832985087566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VYxnp1GwQ_sQ7kNvgGaXXfW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBugdpCyBBnaPmhVvan8KVZI7eOnsvc6RReLcFcj1tIWQ&oe=66B1E947	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183900_480173641621276_6931126201914564420_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WLPoVHoeFkwQ7kNvgGbAn88&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYClc_m7xr3_oiIXpeYw-aQz8ygT3ue67Nton0tSnbZhHQ&oe=66B20CE1	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952370	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952371	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952372	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952373	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952374	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	1690579931709731	2	4.6505273253304E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029618599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Maintained Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383845	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600346_3491277151163960_6885891229239449605_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=74hliVqQ13UQ7kNvgGurUS3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCObOFd4aMtSlnNq0bGppKOaf8wh_ZtjormazepVEnF_w&oe=66B20C43	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453308788_1439543216716534_4003892442840908879_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CrEordvkOxEQ7kNvgGXI7Of&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA9q-DpUPiouaIl9TXTt4ZFVQvrGnsh4tw6On_SxOxVqA&oe=66B1FB26	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952377	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952378	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952379	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952380	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952383	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952384	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	3823662237961131	2	1.8615546043532E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029874599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	🏡 HIGHLY DESIRABLE PROPERTY!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722384010	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262524_408120568939630_7443056393272755304_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7rfw1HbAL4IQ7kNvgGU0j9h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAlIoGKOcWEgMTulCP6dWYUX6wR2KecrOvGj9mBdkP59g&oe=66B1DD40	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453227644_1137690150623671_8616235435626334361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4RUbXGDSBUYQ7kNvgEV4Ftj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4DALbvLtRzKi5hX9REc3Pe3ZIZIP5JDV6XfllXYeycw&oe=66B1E187	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952386	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	8032345913491160	10	6.8519081035836E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120205934701260400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1707014827	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425023331_410829724748017_4069636158174884795_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZGTqNum0Em4Q7kNvgFXmfic&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3voYcRAAVpLrh5DqrSMlXtbxWpX5MVYqbeFCI3D_Ttg&oe=66B1F2AB	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425010500_685885930380000_1509526327982729068_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QgXKzCxHpSEQ7kNvgFczwkt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBLP0NoXzC8xTntalBIydNqOMKlMHLA641cUeSVSaJCBg&oe=66B1FC55	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952389	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	8032345913491160	10	6.8519081035836E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120205934701260400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1707014827	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425023331_410829724748017_4069636158174884795_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZGTqNum0Em4Q7kNvgFXmfic&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3voYcRAAVpLrh5DqrSMlXtbxWpX5MVYqbeFCI3D_Ttg&oe=66B1F2AB	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425010500_685885930380000_1509526327982729068_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QgXKzCxHpSEQ7kNvgFczwkt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBLP0NoXzC8xTntalBIydNqOMKlMHLA641cUeSVSaJCBg&oe=66B1FC55	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952390	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	8032345913491160	10	6.8519081035836E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120205934701260400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1707014827	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425023331_410829724748017_4069636158174884795_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZGTqNum0Em4Q7kNvgFXmfic&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA3voYcRAAVpLrh5DqrSMlXtbxWpX5MVYqbeFCI3D_Ttg&oe=66B1F2AB	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/425010500_685885930380000_1509526327982729068_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QgXKzCxHpSEQ7kNvgFczwkt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBLP0NoXzC8xTntalBIydNqOMKlMHLA641cUeSVSaJCBg&oe=66B1FC55	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952391	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	800647832279118	4	3.4067791262817E+15	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218315480400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157590	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436210654_1068572520911460_1751330896465351906_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6xslpsUaUoQ7kNvgFXkbkr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmZ7rNHCftFsARrKR4wNBxZ2iLa2mBz2oug7O8wJIwtQ&oe=66B20120	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436202696_7346458345450984_2453045930591871235_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bD70xhAPVr4Q7kNvgHoDYV2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDt7904DhGHIP87Jb1B0HonEe8NJtryWwUQxinGODebXA&oe=66B1E26C	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952392	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557528	1754792943	1201	800647832279118	4	3.4067791262817E+15	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218315480400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157590	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436210654_1068572520911460_1751330896465351906_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6xslpsUaUoQ7kNvgFXkbkr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmZ7rNHCftFsARrKR4wNBxZ2iLa2mBz2oug7O8wJIwtQ&oe=66B20120	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436202696_7346458345450984_2453045930591871235_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bD70xhAPVr4Q7kNvgHoDYV2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDt7904DhGHIP87Jb1B0HonEe8NJtryWwUQxinGODebXA&oe=66B1E26C	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952393	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	800647832279118	4	3.4067791262817E+15	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218315480400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157590	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436210654_1068572520911460_1751330896465351906_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I6xslpsUaUoQ7kNvgFXkbkr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmZ7rNHCftFsARrKR4wNBxZ2iLa2mBz2oug7O8wJIwtQ&oe=66B20120	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/436202696_7346458345450984_2453045930591871235_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bD70xhAPVr4Q7kNvgHoDYV2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDt7904DhGHIP87Jb1B0HonEe8NJtryWwUQxinGODebXA&oe=66B1E26C	0	3	I hear myself choking on the truth — but I know my lines.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952397	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	412321988505482	5	4.8118606438305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210150218100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Up to 60% Shop final sale	Free shipping	https://kellyobi.com/products/abstract-color-burst-pleated-dress		1718800484	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448762192_1920352975090601_3321379150614588415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=djTL9qJFjCUQ7kNvgHAJtQd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBa3T91usxw6AHVyFtdqfI42oOrvhA5abV3M4jjtD887Q&oe=66B1D978	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448760794_1850131252135187_7113615075421371938_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8_3OzChB5fgQ7kNvgGNfUJ-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDVYXjBYfxCDGOqxKiLXlS7fRZDef8e977wGLyL-dppjw&oe=66B1DF36	0	3	Our sis @jariatudanita is fabulous in the Abstract Color Burst Dress. Shop this vibe at Kelly Obi Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952401	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	795804882710223	1	3.6895334930056E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262938330491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721769158	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452226197_1662347740973502_1101457169387106518_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qMvIH0nn3t8Q7kNvgHsksXf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB4OFXln1pMkO3zoe6F8FDhbprDnUSIbzRal6V07_zdPQ&oe=66B1FE3B	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452533146_1523223881735898_2351694657518888071_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l_vSCm1qZLkQ7kNvgELV2ne&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBfmQChDc-S0U0G3E38tdGpoWttCLdHPmN1m7hx6aLytQ&oe=66B1DAB4	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952403	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	795804882710223	1	3.6895334930056E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262938330491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721769158	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452226197_1662347740973502_1101457169387106518_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qMvIH0nn3t8Q7kNvgHsksXf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB4OFXln1pMkO3zoe6F8FDhbprDnUSIbzRal6V07_zdPQ&oe=66B1FE3B	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452533146_1523223881735898_2351694657518888071_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l_vSCm1qZLkQ7kNvgELV2ne&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBfmQChDc-S0U0G3E38tdGpoWttCLdHPmN1m7hx6aLytQ&oe=66B1DAB4	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952404	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	479902171417877	2	1.2732390336482E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988556610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456080	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453303518_2861938403962446_3981941588242958365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cHF-x3oqFocQ7kNvgEOk1KF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDb4Px1fjuyFs-de84qJL0CR3DlQsvxbBMdHaCUGb8guQ&oe=66B1F8E0	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251954_496671966349118_8476610383882952544_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EyuRnLfWe98Q7kNvgHIRv0j&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8CGraRqjgnIHe53-Sub_ZG65xQPTFDHDPkfgAB87wxw&oe=66B1DE38	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952405	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	479902171417877	2	1.2732390336482E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988556610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456080	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453303518_2861938403962446_3981941588242958365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cHF-x3oqFocQ7kNvgEOk1KF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDb4Px1fjuyFs-de84qJL0CR3DlQsvxbBMdHaCUGb8guQ&oe=66B1F8E0	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251954_496671966349118_8476610383882952544_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EyuRnLfWe98Q7kNvgHIRv0j&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8CGraRqjgnIHe53-Sub_ZG65xQPTFDHDPkfgAB87wxw&oe=66B1DE38	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952407	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	479902171417877	2	1.2732390336482E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988556610606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722456080	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453303518_2861938403962446_3981941588242958365_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cHF-x3oqFocQ7kNvgEOk1KF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDb4Px1fjuyFs-de84qJL0CR3DlQsvxbBMdHaCUGb8guQ&oe=66B1F8E0	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251954_496671966349118_8476610383882952544_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EyuRnLfWe98Q7kNvgHIRv0j&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8CGraRqjgnIHe53-Sub_ZG65xQPTFDHDPkfgAB87wxw&oe=66B1DE38	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952410	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	481235321195918	1	3.7643521604865E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951520100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326272	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453408782_356488584162471_2277722528322192987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wb6-T5FkbGQQ7kNvgE2icUp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAJZeDJ61C11W9KzGpwW9LCPSbPsMcDn-nNHA1gtcAF5g&oe=66B1FB0F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453380655_1216184512709687_8035586745598552340_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La4RlAh3H2UQ7kNvgHddulY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAqeKKfYk_2frj53QIFN9sqrAaZVeJBZua7erbB8O6PXg&oe=66B1D992	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952413	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	2189982271401371	7	4.5032659456663E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952368420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722328349	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453532771_859285055612345_6999045704341681090_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OgWm63q3U28Q7kNvgEpynKK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB5O8PpCxhB5H3nLx-cExD5wrpuTaIC8WOv_R2rrearxA&oe=66B202D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453414854_1533540297250854_8768308800606747382_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=meUnvH4hI_oQ7kNvgGSYXjW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdJqEI6caSInWK-66Nwl_t_4xbZHIUZqpSdm5VvasPKw&oe=66B1F7ED	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order 💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952415	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1339951550726563	1	4.536695707638E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	103143542871264	Kelly.King	120211756698480699		Send message		NONE	video	Cách tạo ra thu nh.ập trên nền tảng internet tại nhà			{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Hello Kelly! Mình muốn tìm hiểu thêm thông tin về kinh doanh này.","response":"Kelly rất vui khi {{user_first_name}} muốn tìm hiểu về mô hình kinh doanh này. Bạn để lại tên và địa chỉ Email, mình sẽ gởi thêm thông tin về business để bạn tìm hiểu. Trong email, Kelly sẽ đính kèm phần Quà tặng download ebook thay lời cảm ơn đến bạn. Thanks!"}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Cám ơn bạn đã quan tâm đến giải pháp kinh doanh kỹ thuật số mà Kelly đang làm. 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Kelly sẽ hướng dẫn bạn tìm hiểu thông tin một cách đúng và đầy đủ nhất về mô hình kinh doanh thông minh, tinh gọn này.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":true,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ai_generated_icebreaker_toggle_enabled":false,"welcome_message_edited":true,"ice_breakers_edited":true,"template_id":"2379676245565414","template_version":2}	1721889917	1.0314354287126E+14	Kelly.King	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452672295_1313136372788677_8885845838740857405_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=83J_hSSsCOEQ7kNvgFzTKCb&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArXqq2DVGzvupnD7qNUWgkw1A6lbFxiM7NDRrxi6dUhQ&oe=66B1EDAA	person_profile	0	Kelly King	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452718703_1046980540177171_4832279940222833013_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gzmP6aFIMUwQ7kNvgFye0ed&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDViBVgR7cMHjoRpIYmNdIbu7Kc0lg5a0UAGCuv_Vr5EA&oe=66B1E697	0	3	Phụ nữ độc lập trăn trở nhất điều gì khi trở thành mẹ bỉm sữa? Phải chăng khi phải ở nhà chăm con bạn sợ trở thành gánh nặng kinh tế cho gia đình, bạn sợ không thể giúp đỡ người thân khi kinh tế mình không ổn định?! Và mình hiểu đây cũng là nỗi lo của những phụ nữ độc lập như Kelly nói chung.<br /> <br /> Xin chào! Mình là Kelly, mình đang sinh sống cùng chồng và con gái nhỏ 8 tháng tuổi tại tiểu bang Alabama, USA. Trước đây, Kelly làm việc full time về chăm sóc người cao tuổi tại nhà. Và cuộc sống của Kelly trở nên hỗn loạn khi mình mang thai cô con gái nhỏ. Mình cũng như nhiều người mẹ có con nhỏ trong những gia đình đơn chiếc khác ở Mỹ, mình thật sự không muốn gởi con đi daycare khi nó còn quá nhỏ. Và mình luôn lo lắng làm sao có thể chăm sóc tốt cho con tại nhà mà vẫn có được kinh tế cho gia đình? Làm sao có thể báo hiếu cho ba mẹ trong khi th u nh ập bị cắt giảm mà còn phải đối mặt với gánh nặng chi phí sinh hoạt đang ngày càng tăng cao?<br /> <br /> Do đó mình bắt đầu tìm kiếm giải pháp và may mắn thay mình tìm được hệ thống kinh doanh tự động cho người bình thường, không có kiến thức gì về kinh doanh hết nhưng vẫn làm được. Mình đã đăng ký để xem một buổi workshop giới thiệu chi tiết về mô hình kinh doanh thông minh, tinh gọn này. Và mình thấy rằng đây là một giải pháp kinh doanh mà có thể giúp mình làm việc tạo ra thêm nguồn thu tại nhà mà vẫn có thể chăm sóc được con. <br /> <br /> 3 ưu điểm mình thích nhất với giải pháp kinh doanh này:<br /> 1. Đây là một mô hình kinh doanh trên internet nên mình có thể làm việc từ 1 đến 3 tiếng ở nhà hay bất cứ đâu và mình có thể dùng nó để tìm ra nguồn khách hàng khổng lồ trên khắp thế giới. <br /> 2. Mình không rao bán sản phẩm hay chèo kéo người thân, bạn bè mua hàng cho mình. <br /> 3. Đây là một kinh doanh hợp pháp mà rất nhiều bạn có con nhỏ trong cộng đồng kinh doanh số đã tạo ra nguồn thu 5 con số mỗi tháng sau một thời gian làm việc.<br /> Và giờ đây, mình thật sự hạnh phúc để sỡ hữu mô hình kinh doanh thông minh, tuyệt vời này. Nó không chỉ giúp mình cải thiện tình hình kinh tế mà còn góp phần giúp mình phát triển bản thân từng ngày.<br /> <br /> Nếu bạn thật sự quan tâm muốn tìm hiểu giải pháp kinh doanh này thì cứ nhắn tin cho Kelly (click vào nút send message bên dưới nhé). Mình rất vui lòng chia sẽ thông tin với bạn. Không gì là không thể nếu bạn quyết tâm tìm kiếm giải pháp giúp bạn thay đổi, thì hãy cho mình c ơ h ội để tìm hiểu về business này nhé!<br /> <br /> Cám ơn bạn đã đọc bài viết của mình. Chúc bạn một ngày vui. Xin chào và hẹn gặp lại bạn!	Kelly.King	746	https://facebook.com/kellykingpage	MESSAGE_PAGE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952418	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	748001650517617	1	1.0882026190669E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109313615424796	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	120209489159200546	thekellyapts.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Schedule a Tour at The Kelly	Visit our website!	https://thekellyapts.com/		1714495721	1.093136154248E+14	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/440963211_3306990172943503_4473564525492846810_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j2nooDL1yioQ7kNvgHfw2uK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAUJCcrfO87e4QvQSTRjpccT0AlG_KySTANUulsB5FyXQ&oe=66B2002C	person_profile	0	The Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/440937984_807205611461338_2551727658462533310_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ilxZ70cmDQ4Q7kNvgEL80X2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD5pv7mmn7SvJJCpbYt03KkUjkhPJqNW0KXCzDYM1FiGg&oe=66B1D998	0	3	Your brand-new 1, 2 or 3-bedroom apartment awaits at our Bala Cynwyd, PA community with thoughtful amenities. Learn more online. 🔑	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	477	https://facebook.com/100090147026460	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952419	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	938135544786238	1	8.5225497681352E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952322580606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722328334	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453204808_514930470984463_6277127115970586921_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YE8mYGTSduUQ7kNvgEYJP1u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA2zKMr6-fsMHHh9TU59fK3lIJWh4HXcenb__npONpOgQ&oe=66B1F713	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251377_489396863683377_353320945218974026_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VRv_k1kTG50Q7kNvgETKVDL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAboER-1hIjoaTHZs8_kdORQiCs4u98SIJeNWJ-loo5Sg&oe=66B1FC81	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
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1952424	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	6217298191727383	1	9.9143181273404E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951947260606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722327545	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453402025_433165073055312_347524411602486349_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Nwxu6kZOdyEQ7kNvgFAPoa0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAn9rOSXK6rAeyolIyhl2NJiBr6VwEdKXXb0HMff7sHpA&oe=66B1F3BD	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453307840_760362086295274_2540640045414749623_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZgDCMXU00nkQ7kNvgGZxZ6h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDYw8Ng1I9jCsn4tXQTQnFBMIc3afiqWj2uaWRpFv9faA&oe=66B20D12	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952427	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1680221979467838	3	1.3135211196065E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120211007931760606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722522443	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453621049_404022378812507_1376277660609315275_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CHcNOk-0y0QQ7kNvgEfQAik&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYACrVtv98upIuE3hRSFWOYHjFDrdDdqWWidEOyvZs99qQ&oe=66B1FABA	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453863767_1310954293199121_1042123602697167984_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PZbawes6VFAQ7kNvgGh_PN0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAsKFwuQ45LG-oeGiX4GhPa-LkBm6tGx9fTMvJJVI1Q_g&oe=66B1DCD2	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952433	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
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1952435	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952438	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952439	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952440	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952443	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952444	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952445	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952447	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952448	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952449	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	7760249334072021	1	1.8402010497245E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112431908552986	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	120210724019990229	thewealthmasteryblueprint.com	Sign Up		NONE	dco	Transform your Real Estate Investments	Sign up for my webinar	https://thewealthmasteryblueprint.com/		1722014079	1.1243190855299E+14	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453187531_3947620442133237_5014209778342455154_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J-py-gIxTpoQ7kNvgFK7ItT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCB6fEHlZSo37JYy5eUs6JZKixrYiOBCa-Md5dvXpKemQ&oe=66B1F987	person_profile	0	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453050649_1207429893622149_5647916493747682598_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H1XhTq-GV5IQ7kNvgGhE8mZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDB3p95tv4bB45DTtOb-s9rul84ihNgMu3FWrgYZ6U_vw&oe=66B1F0A3	0	3	Transform your real estate business with minimal time commitment. Learn the secrets to effective property investment.	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	59	https://facebook.com/KellyFasterlingWealthStrategy	SIGN_UP	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952450	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	7760249334072021	1	1.8402010497245E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112431908552986	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	120210724019990229	thewealthmasteryblueprint.com	Sign Up		NONE	dco	Transform your Real Estate Investments	Sign up for my webinar	https://thewealthmasteryblueprint.com/		1722014079	1.1243190855299E+14	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453187531_3947620442133237_5014209778342455154_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J-py-gIxTpoQ7kNvgFK7ItT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCB6fEHlZSo37JYy5eUs6JZKixrYiOBCa-Md5dvXpKemQ&oe=66B1F987	person_profile	0	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453050649_1207429893622149_5647916493747682598_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H1XhTq-GV5IQ7kNvgGhE8mZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDB3p95tv4bB45DTtOb-s9rul84ihNgMu3FWrgYZ6U_vw&oe=66B1F0A3	0	3	Transform your real estate business with minimal time commitment. Learn the secrets to effective property investment.	Kelly Fasterling, Wealth Strategist, Real Estate Agent, Financial Advisor	59	https://facebook.com/KellyFasterlingWealthStrategy	SIGN_UP	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952452	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	284046014769989	1	1.4876108588432E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210262930270491	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			http://instagram.com/kellyfaetanini		1721768779	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452578648_1215657839472635_2205435617483494615_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=onwAOXOrhjQQ7kNvgGHnyPc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAocf6uxc_VUZHipABuHG8xNG8lYMP9ZsmMVwVYFa2KDg&oe=66B1E204	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452671074_448175478028098_4269398954448421418_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yhBU8pjmOJMQ7kNvgElalab&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCfguz8cqyDjNnsIZ5I2HeA-RrWDugSq-HSJGUYl3_nBA&oe=66B20AC7	0	3		Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
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1952460	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	410692338057977	1	3.6978152587182E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100746660078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	❌ No Drugs ❌ No Surgery ❌ No Pain		https://calldrkelly.com/knee-pain-specialist		1721742644	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452477569_450217444504730_8530026556269870817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vYT6ydtEklEQ7kNvgEtJcT-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB0avM6_EQ9IpGIlITw92gy2lm6AhOp2o05YyjyNVBKOQ&oe=66B1DAAF	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452263051_1432434194134765_2776398113995406947_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VmNNf8T9wHQQ7kNvgHzghCs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKkaIzft-ZN7n5RtuVsb2Jj8feL3fIsBe1xoHikNUegA&oe=66B2033B	0	3	Walking With Chronic Knee Pain Can Really Hurt… It's time for a change… Our revolutionary 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ is here to help identify the root cause of chronic knee pain and find lasting relief… …without Medication, Injections, Or Surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ to find out more.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952464	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	466255372828381	4	4.4204723547066E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109733157094477	Therapists Rising	120213001348390580	therapistsrising.com	Sign up		NONE	image	Think you’re too busy to create an online program?	Free online training	https://dr-hayley-kelly.mykajabi.com/online-program-blueprint-registration-page-fb-ads-1		1721553636	1.0973315709448E+14	Therapists Rising	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452169054_884865233509106_5171185225859671198_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fRokqgkGdYoQ7kNvgFjkzsL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYANnH1ycsh6wg3Ef9r7n4FkGHT2ce_qDkLtxe725uXTGQ&oe=66B20DA6	person_profile	0	Hayley Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452231751_1671206960303255_6007150451248271965_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f6kbfh1mj1EQ7kNvgFas-go&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDNgfa9gyqi6inIVa76jTLAjiQORsNkhkQY-BjaIFVXuw&oe=66B208A0	0	3	As a therapist, think you’re too busy and your life’s too full to create an online program?<br /> <br /> Think again. Let me tell you, Lauren, a lovely therapist who followed our Blueprint to the T . <br /> <br /> In less than 8 weeks she’d created and sold her first online program. <br /> <br /> 🤯🤯🤯<br /> <br /> All while:<br /> <br /> 👉🏽 Being a Mumma<br /> 👉🏽 Working 2 jobs <br /> 👉🏽 Building a website <br /> 👉🏽 Upskilling and doing a yin yoga and EFT training<br /> 👉🏽 And you know, just getting by as a human doing day to day life 🤪<br /> <br /> The problem isn’t that therapists don’t have time (although I do acknowledge that you’re incredibly busy!)...<br /> <br /> The problem is that therapists don’t know the most direct steps to move their online program from idea to reality… <br /> <br /> …and so they faff about 😂 wasting their precious hours and energy overthinking things and taking actions that send them in circles. #saidwithlove<br /> <br /> Lauren said, 💬 ‘Therapists Rising provided the framework, knowledge and practical steps to help me develop my program and know how to market it.’<br /> <br /> If you’re time poor but have a deep desire to create an online program that complements your practice and increases your income and impact…<br /> <br /> Then you need to get yourself inside my FREE training series, The Online Program Blueprint for Therapists.<br /> <br /> By the end of the trainings you’ll know the EXACT steps you need to take to get your own online program up and running, pronto. <br /> <br /> Sign up for the free training series now, and learn my proven step-by-step blueprint, here: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fdr-hayley-kelly.mykajabi.com%2Fonline-program-blueprint-registration-page-fb-ads-1&h=AT3SfE2mk6-Gan-ZOTwg8EUiJEp1jJuNThNNHmZGRYU5gs5kXNa9k_3VkCN31ro8TZb6Bh7bmqh6aheDjm_iqaKDP7_2cR2FuE3_fjy2G2jWiS-hS0Q1MSFeNTVP7EdgHv9DIdWwcoC6jA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://dr-hayley-kelly.mykajabi.com/online-program-blueprint-registration-page-fb-ads-1</a>	Therapists Rising	1844	https://facebook.com/hayleykellyau	SIGN_UP	1721545200	View Edit Delete
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1952468	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	867474995279878	1	1.0408574409587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988488240606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722456083	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453500467_498935969171787_8692210771155730140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IWg0ZbeO07AQ7kNvgHnt3Xr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB44AlG7f_yhTq_XQ6THeriX2z1U3FUTO6ZheZkwdaLtw&oe=66B20412	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453737292_508517471858143_5005884257892158420_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZHXenVbjlRYQ7kNvgGReV2r&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDTIxJjXCnRaPKfgfnZ5OBIfXuwbUDCDXmLpgyIGPwC6Q&oe=66B20345	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952469	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1137443790649582	1	7.9559291145254E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142051220406	kellysmithlegacy.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	click here for a personalized quote	https://kellysmithlegacy.com/optin		1722357595	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453416349_507121955301695_3228925882738365629_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9-Tm1tn1p7sQ7kNvgFq39fG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC0KhvypP662rr9iKUNEof1RHC8eFLoHz3PqL88xvegww&oe=66B200B2	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453599578_26562760346671171_6711912196005922677_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nYlu6UCNyCUQ7kNvgGnY3El&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCf4_TA5auX-MKoZDSCL0Y9Yhz8-IUXwnC56lHzUW41EQ&oe=66B1F2E4	0	3	Life comes at you fast. Don’t forget to take care of one of the most important parts of your future: A quality and affordable life insurance policy through Legacy Insurance.<br /> Fill in the form below to schedule a consultation call with one of our specialists today!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952470	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	401369083053442	1	7.8823675318329E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142050890406	kellysmithlegacy.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	click here for a personalized quote	https://kellysmithlegacy.com/optin		1722357573	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453436075_855358489312370_6296631698691025094_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JKX-XfNy0YcQ7kNvgH4_7KP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCXZNfjuACqR8wa1NYhxRzm13pSgWyinrZndN_hrkxawg&oe=66B1E9B3	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453193883_882125233736796_2044446428277220614_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IEdoCDyhxd8Q7kNvgEjix77&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBAw953l7hsfQ_e0prT8NDKdzUZtlezASnvXRFtHbPrUQ&oe=66B20261	0	3	Life comes at you fast. Don’t forget to take care of one of the most important parts of your future: A quality and affordable life insurance policy through Legacy Insurance.<br /> Fill in the form below to schedule a consultation call with one of our specialists today!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952471	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	526243619740335	1	9.3406972182293E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951464560606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326155	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504718_2268661163470664_1620088757905514101_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yW_C-d1s0dIQ7kNvgFIlruN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-jYVMhLPEMGGrcvdE9tAmcbDeYXTZzKP3xgFoMfq2Xw&oe=66B1FD91	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453175419_1142629853491574_1615652774120137811_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mpVy_9wEQHcQ7kNvgHbvEGP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC9bDp7fpOHWOrO0FkB1W8ghbanQzpc7kRUOe73ilK_GQ&oe=66B1E77A	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952475	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	874647514554226	4	1.1816598796421E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856128020606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/seethrough-tulle-dress		1721844446	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452438579_463086979869512_684834455203981692_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0Ds-SFRLDusQ7kNvgHpa0p2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBxpHe2UM6hnMOXuLeRRXCyb1qhwybovrbSCv8WVZvO6w&oe=66B20BEE	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452915726_861342675867252_8209219618162572229_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=coZmi_IVIggQ7kNvgGNfKqc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDGu2UQQXHwm03pqoIJEKzmYRExSEcUEFh74Aa2o2QHUA&oe=66B1F12D	0	3	Baaaby! @angelleslife truly bodied this look 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952476	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	874647514554226	4	1.1816598796421E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856128020606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/seethrough-tulle-dress		1721844446	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452438579_463086979869512_684834455203981692_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0Ds-SFRLDusQ7kNvgHpa0p2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBxpHe2UM6hnMOXuLeRRXCyb1qhwybovrbSCv8WVZvO6w&oe=66B20BEE	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452915726_861342675867252_8209219618162572229_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=coZmi_IVIggQ7kNvgGNfKqc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDGu2UQQXHwm03pqoIJEKzmYRExSEcUEFh74Aa2o2QHUA&oe=66B1F12D	0	3	Baaaby! @angelleslife truly bodied this look 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952480	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1528430731088101	2	1.6431006431163E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303571310491	kellyfaetanini.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Designer Bridal Sample Sale - book your appointment ✨	{{product.description}}	http://www.kellyfaetanini.com/		1721937733	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452863716_513886044321625_601976910096272265_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MZJuwHsfQtQQ7kNvgEizhvm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDDDxtWgiKYY4URqOZcSQyfQTvc2REB51Ml9G4scDzt6g&oe=66B1DBC2	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452653608_497700772746411_3978657599131094445_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_8IsyF56ovQQ7kNvgE2qnj8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBqnohLy1yVY6YcmwnwcOP8cYXZJGwXZ7IEmPAHM34Pyw&oe=66B1E400	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	LEARN_MORE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952481	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1175134640366998	5	6.9364993599299E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218307640400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437944534_390559873955505_6153151914500692858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dms7gVzzlB0Q7kNvgEGgCKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCCbkC0bUdi79uEZoltBZmLrfganA2J5ivMoO77VnyPXQ&oe=66B1FCEA	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437933189_955929429092848_9071489465325180536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4000bTWjzRQQ7kNvgGFv22Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAs-UbuxwpXuEcvazNNgV4MV0geGrHZFOkR8Y9PykkT_g&oe=66B20A0D	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952483	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1175134640366998	5	6.9364993599299E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218307640400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437944534_390559873955505_6153151914500692858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dms7gVzzlB0Q7kNvgEGgCKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCCbkC0bUdi79uEZoltBZmLrfganA2J5ivMoO77VnyPXQ&oe=66B1FCEA	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437933189_955929429092848_9071489465325180536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4000bTWjzRQQ7kNvgGFv22Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAs-UbuxwpXuEcvazNNgV4MV0geGrHZFOkR8Y9PykkT_g&oe=66B20A0D	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952484	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1175134640366998	5	6.9364993599299E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218307640400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437944534_390559873955505_6153151914500692858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dms7gVzzlB0Q7kNvgEGgCKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCCbkC0bUdi79uEZoltBZmLrfganA2J5ivMoO77VnyPXQ&oe=66B1FCEA	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437933189_955929429092848_9071489465325180536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4000bTWjzRQQ7kNvgGFv22Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAs-UbuxwpXuEcvazNNgV4MV0geGrHZFOkR8Y9PykkT_g&oe=66B20A0D	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952485	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792943	1201	1175134640366998	5	6.9364993599299E+14	1722495600	regular_page	eligible	NONE	1	1	1	204916359364770	Jette Kelly	120209218307640400	music.jettekelly.com	Listen Now		NONE	dco			https://music.jettekelly.com/r-e-d		1713157598	2.0491635936477E+14	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437944534_390559873955505_6153151914500692858_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Dms7gVzzlB0Q7kNvgEGgCKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCCbkC0bUdi79uEZoltBZmLrfganA2J5ivMoO77VnyPXQ&oe=66B1FCEA	person_profile	0	Jette Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/437933189_955929429092848_9071489465325180536_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4000bTWjzRQQ7kNvgGFv22Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAs-UbuxwpXuEcvazNNgV4MV0geGrHZFOkR8Y9PykkT_g&oe=66B20A0D	0	3	I find myself knowing how the story ends — but I pursue it.	Jette Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/musicjettekelly	LISTEN_NOW	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952487	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	2166721650512559	1	1.5401378966309E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100645640078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	A New Way To Treat Peripheral Neuropathy		https://calldrkelly.com/the-truth-about-peripheral-neuropathy		1721741518	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452632380_7900673250011743_2371714560975547897_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Wz1nhOhvsgQ7kNvgGfIYEy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAXWox91i50nDckIsduc2tvXnGf7Jy0pz5zFSVTqdteOw&oe=66B206DA	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452644270_1022099146299061_415137448058366036_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zTgBkxcPtUAQ7kNvgFJRge8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD54VHPEOz1NqAMux_qmwho1L5fN9jOCmWYZxRlSfJVfA&oe=66B20AA5	0	3	Numbness, Tingling or Pain In Your Hands Or Feet Could Be Peripheral Neuropathy Over 20 million people suffer from peripheral neuropathy and there is hope Introducing the 29 Point Sensory Exam™ This revolutionary exam is the secret to reducing pain, stiffness, and muscle weakness in your hands or feet without the need for medication, injections, or surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a FREE Consultation to find out more. https://calldrkelly.com/peripheral-neuropathy	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952495	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	524012636712515	1	3.2747215628224E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951447700606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326124	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325352_496613532771989_6691000710989720281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nQrPy-UA_zoQ7kNvgEMcsHQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAHcIBZqTPhG-HJkHJt4cUghb-3oYVlKN2GckQLt_3luA&oe=66B1EDF9	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600454_1030098552054273_2049869105312473299_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bsddc6tpI_kQ7kNvgHg5Qv9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYArtf899RJbMSAryqvVGE0v6cmZK8Ky79NeJHWajdgQkQ&oe=66B1DC8F	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952496	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	524012636712515	1	3.2747215628224E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951447700606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326124	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325352_496613532771989_6691000710989720281_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nQrPy-UA_zoQ7kNvgEMcsHQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAHcIBZqTPhG-HJkHJt4cUghb-3oYVlKN2GckQLt_3luA&oe=66B1EDF9	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453600454_1030098552054273_2049869105312473299_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Bsddc6tpI_kQ7kNvgHg5Qv9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYArtf899RJbMSAryqvVGE0v6cmZK8Ky79NeJHWajdgQkQ&oe=66B1DC8F	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952499	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	453710804230448	2	2.3324685036174E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029578799	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Future Dream Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383817	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453257702_1448853459099560_5529218719527047574_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sLgousYL8JcQ7kNvgFl0x9y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCDTdTtKdrdQNvQ5eTlvzuFTc7F-UtY6tcn19qtp3RwBw&oe=66B1DBB0	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453195138_2653805628114574_8071346624445257366_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=veYiLy1TW8oQ7kNvgHBK74i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpEhOfATTCSNZkB2Y4i1jJvNQj4ggeLYKePQMkgrwdMQ&oe=66B20BA3	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952500	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	453710804230448	2	2.3324685036174E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029578799	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Future Dream Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383817	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453257702_1448853459099560_5529218719527047574_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sLgousYL8JcQ7kNvgFl0x9y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCDTdTtKdrdQNvQ5eTlvzuFTc7F-UtY6tcn19qtp3RwBw&oe=66B1DBB0	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453195138_2653805628114574_8071346624445257366_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=veYiLy1TW8oQ7kNvgHBK74i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpEhOfATTCSNZkB2Y4i1jJvNQj4ggeLYKePQMkgrwdMQ&oe=66B20BA3	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952501	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	453710804230448	2	2.3324685036174E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029578799	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Future Dream Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383817	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453257702_1448853459099560_5529218719527047574_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sLgousYL8JcQ7kNvgFl0x9y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCDTdTtKdrdQNvQ5eTlvzuFTc7F-UtY6tcn19qtp3RwBw&oe=66B1DBB0	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453195138_2653805628114574_8071346624445257366_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=veYiLy1TW8oQ7kNvgHBK74i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpEhOfATTCSNZkB2Y4i1jJvNQj4ggeLYKePQMkgrwdMQ&oe=66B20BA3	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952502	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	453710804230448	2	2.3324685036174E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029578799	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Future Dream Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383817	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453257702_1448853459099560_5529218719527047574_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sLgousYL8JcQ7kNvgFl0x9y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCDTdTtKdrdQNvQ5eTlvzuFTc7F-UtY6tcn19qtp3RwBw&oe=66B1DBB0	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453195138_2653805628114574_8071346624445257366_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=veYiLy1TW8oQ7kNvgHBK74i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpEhOfATTCSNZkB2Y4i1jJvNQj4ggeLYKePQMkgrwdMQ&oe=66B20BA3	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952505	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	456930530550286	1	7.2540010301265E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952368670606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722328433	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449291252_1565240700867634_5825976386189233054_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lNT8VU2S0F0Q7kNvgHWGu99&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBrGxBsjt3zEH1Y_JsSz0KyLiLO2UQKQucFrsPEr9ydgw&oe=66B1FD90	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453386262_7850285998423762_4543873922756043531_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l40VAYCHidAQ7kNvgFUWj7A&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCrkqh3tUg2DDVr4M2BEecqvVk-AwbpE7Cmv0v57HL1Qg&oe=66B1EB0C	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952510	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1408355236477098	1	3.6325734663862E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120211007932240606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/made-in-nigeria-collection/products/chinenye-set		1722522526	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453433466_1910131909408032_2513729727634105014_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H5-tmxLk31MQ7kNvgHFf3vr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvjkj1HVh-ukHBABhS_W-KSETGkq4NAo0J0tHVm1-IIA&oe=66B20F1B	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453773238_412522487907413_5608460716079541205_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uM-5G5VweVkQ7kNvgGFn_j3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCyp4E2voe1ik2lLExakJ9A-XxhFhRG7nutT_1e6dq29A&oe=66B1F39B	0	3	This fit is IT ❤️❤️ Loving this perfect summertime look styled by @missolivee. Use the code LuxeLiv20 for 20% off at KellyObi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂 #TapToShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952512	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1466579087551367	1	4.6065117017559E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142770220406	link.agent-crm.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR INDEXED UNIVERSAL LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	Click here for a personalized quote	https://link.agent-crm.com/widget/bookings/iul-calendar-kelly-smith		1722360793	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453246981_946939427204470_5579538197818241631_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H8y1zBHtzTQQ7kNvgEYiUvj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAJ5AB0tYkxofc3cFNvef5YBAJzWdbm6JpRH5b7ZKNtCw&oe=66B20A4B	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453221886_834276675351907_8677054166094423331_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ivaK_f-NJc0Q7kNvgEIMrH3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBDm_Yl8gYDxba0aEvrVZd8mXa1WY7mDcEYv7na-zNmTg&oe=66B1E303	0	3	Most people don't invest because they are scared to lose what they have worked so hard for. IUL's eliminate loss while taking advantage of every opportunity to grow. <br /> <br /> Click the link below to learn more!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952513	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1490466224938196	1	1.5346620671332E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142050630406	kellysmithlegacy.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	click here for a personalized quote	https://kellysmithlegacy.com/optin		1722357593	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453225108_2058064001255735_3167302071359101122_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CeoaZrRD0N4Q7kNvgGO0mky&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC6-KmmaPmayr6El5tilq92lJuUmiKdEz5pk1g0edr5qw&oe=66B1FFB6	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453393700_1009344404065047_4261662065257264361_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gWwpbJzCOysQ7kNvgHtpkIY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD3QbUdavRr9vIsHNkxHkJjOLJFXN9aJqbyNfv3lMIFMw&oe=66B20EB2	0	3	Life comes at you fast. Don’t forget to take care of one of the most important parts of your future: A quality and affordable life insurance policy through Legacy Insurance.<br /> Fill in the form below to schedule a consultation call with one of our specialists today!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952515	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	1194436738242527	1	1.145072063438E+15	1721804400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210822063000606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	60% Shop final sale	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721725591	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452547491_522538663536441_6385390940013360468_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFi1GDOn3EIQ7kNvgHty-fi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCp4j-WKEqA_lfCQ3918sRU-ulFs9gqxquQZi429kHjsQ&oe=66B1E91F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452515550_2004953583256567_3605000413332291340_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Zf8hbky-IdIQ7kNvgExis3t&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDyIu5vRwOU7szaIk3M2OMb55EcBxUIj9T5dmWGCZiBhA&oe=66B20A10	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952517	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792943	1201	510395104995153	1	1.0110811438812E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210844304440606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721814615	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452450789_1897101430765450_53313722096205919_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zU-iv1q_7QgQ7kNvgE1pGsG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAEL91QhYXmo8RaulbyY5hLGSuZK07-aDJ3dvzaO-FTaA&oe=66B1E449	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452289718_7164869273615776_4056191848991189228_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=amI8nQ8205gQ7kNvgFS8x_n&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA4fuEEij_qes1dS1sHJrMTOrhNTzAnJ8rYd7Ffqw8Y_g&oe=66B1E66A	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952519	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792944	1201	427475686925414	1	2.7977943803747E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	78547652907	Kelly Schwab - Renning, Lewis & Lacy s.c.	120211189546780233		No button		NONE	image					1721426387	78547652907	Kelly Schwab - Renning, Lewis & Lacy s.c.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452103175_1216671103031938_6649197338913992776_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SvbFqVnvv_kQ7kNvgHLQCQu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAGbjFnMLuBTwsd-_XFYUgs6RYuAG4CNeQF_fygkyXGbA&oe=66B1FAC8	person_profile	0			0	3	Do you have a trusted lawyer in your corner?<br /> <br /> Experience the impact of Wisconsin's premier real estate attorney, Kelly Schwab, dedicated to navigating the complexities of the law with finesse. Benefit from Kelly's track record of securing successful deals for her clients through her personalized approach.<br /> <br /> Elevate your real estate protection today. Contact Kelly at 920-230-4582 and set your property ventures on the path to success.	Kelly Schwab - Renning, Lewis & Lacy s.c.	524	https://facebook.com/KellySchwabRenningLewisLacy	NO_BUTTON	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952524	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792944	1201	1031594521713143	3	3.7479324167778E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212706618460036				NONE	video					1722013001	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453243226_381738417928330_8921241435687845416_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JAmI0nGPlTgQ7kNvgGadKEf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDdEQXrDnQI-iLi17PsDylQqywgN41lFQbq8qaadQsboA&oe=66B1E7D6	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452921826_1652713082158951_7077770762390789992_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FB5SMCI2OnIQ7kNvgHercsC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBtnWxCKjaqz05V3D8Clr3eWUN5RlpYJufoq8eZ0wHpzA&oe=66B207A0	0	3	Comment ‘WORKSHOP’ and I’ll send you a DM to my free training - so you can stop binge eating, overeating + finally be normal around food 💛	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness		1722150000	View Edit Delete
1952529	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	468628132631777	1	7.9117322656096E+15	1721890800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211156239050016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721751752	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452589339_958225592744911_2293254441892792424_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZvENwgdqkN0Q7kNvgHZ2zU_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCxs0JE-QRTzhE2XVPWJeGr7yFkvpXotPCMiWvtESqYSA&oe=66B1FCAE	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452221970_369101969622366_320528888023015029_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FlpXJuwVVocQ7kNvgF7Q2C_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB2Q-ut0US7fVL2nIvLfEqafNbVPM2hLeIoZgC6xCcX6w&oe=66B1E012	0	3	The straight up truth about women money and magnetism<br /> <br /> When you’re magnetic you know how to build and leverage the level of power within yourself and your company that yields a level of result with a level of ease 99% of people are still wishing for<br /> <br /> I remember back in 2020, I went on a trip to Miami. I was inside what I later learned was as an Oshun initiation before I launched Feminine Magic & Money (the most deeply spiritual and witchy side of my work) and I remember telling my mentor I wasn’t going to be on social for 2 weeks.<br /> <br /> She logically thought I was crazy for not sharing the vibes or leveraging my trip to sell and in that moment I didn’t care, nor did I have a worry about making money.<br /> <br /> I was tapped into a level of power where $ didn’t care how much I was doing. Money cared about the potency of frequency I was carrying. I made 40k in those 2 weeks offline.<br /> <br /> When I moved into the home I live in now, I got sick, it was the holidays and I chose to do only stories for a month and posted twice. I had a 100k month.<br /> <br /> A few days ago I was in Miami I felt the call to simply be present and not to be active on social. I made multiple 5 figs.<br /> <br /> Am I a smart woman who knows to match my magnetism with strategy for the highest level of consistent result? Of course.<br /> <br /> Do I see how much space I enjoy and how Im going to have team fill in the blanks? Naturally.<br /> <br /> And either way you better believe I’m going to enhance and leverage power inside myself and inside how I create content, market and sell so what I’ve already done works for me when I'm working and when I’m not- to always be magnetic to big money<br /> <br /> Why wouldn’t you make receiving the bag an easy game to play? 😉<br /> <br /> Inside the 7 Day Instant Access Activation Magnetic to Money you learn how to build and leverage the elite levels power that activate unforgettable content and catapult sales through pure frequency - consistently 🫦💦💰<br /> <br /> Click to learn more and lock in your savings now! ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952530	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1008880423802679	1	1.1922817751386E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908370500272	kellyryann.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Say Goodbye to DIY: Upgrade to a High-Converting, Custom Website		https://kellyryann.com/		1722289589	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453412813_806683491661936_2365237550738425460_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=shvtsHnWjNsQ7kNvgFrMuh1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCEX3BIH5dEw7BmdbNKg2i1qPMwa0QdLN5FF0O449ra6g&oe=66B20710	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453344331_452548954321236_3175116931109159729_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JIvDJhprqvgQ7kNvgGX6INA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAUx3OD1Zb4lWNk4DWqQnCaaoMWeCGXRVUk3peWHbScNA&oe=66B1D9DF	0	3	As a wedding pro, you deserve a site that’s as stunning and unique as the memories you create. Your clients are high-end, and your online presence should reflect that level of sophistication and style.<br /> <br /> Here’s the truth: a generic, DIY website won’t cut it if you want to attract top-tier clients and stand out in the competitive wedding industry.<br /> <br /> You need a website that works as hard as you do, showcasing your unique expertise and drawing in those dream clients effortlessly.<br /> <br /> Whether it’s a complete overhaul or a branding refresh - I’m here to help you make that transformation. <br /> <br /> As a brand and website designer with experience serving over 50 wedding professionals, I create SEO optimized, strategy-first designs that elevate your business to new heights. <br /> <br /> Say goodbye to cookie-cutter templates and hello to a custom website that truly represents your brand.<br /> <br /> Send me a DM or book your free discovery call at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fkellyryann.com%2F&h=AT36R3hhqAxfkHOx7cbEw4I21aBAA4jvDw-nOoxbtpxi-gCwXUZNn5dkzgbwokLIr31R8JXe5pDN2KU5hcPjy_A9HEq183I3DJoZI2D8N5ygHAMGWTYf_d52Al0IVBPrg9WVX7Ot1kTKRQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">kellyryann.com</a> :)	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952532	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1447027335950886	1	1.0274452483032E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	239560782783498	Kelly Fidel	6617344725756	thepowerhouseceo.com	Learn more		NONE	image	How To Fill Your Coaching 24/7 Automatically..	Discover how to create a paid micro offer that attracts clients every single day, grows a list of buyers, covers your ad costs, and upgrades a never-ending stream of clients into your premium coaching and courses.	https://www.thepowerhouseceo.com/micro-offer-method		1721947791	2.395607827835E+14	Kelly Fidel	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452958397_1124460611950553_8137505259245262418_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=I7COazlGdqcQ7kNvgFA1OLd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCgMHT9UI1Z6Cj4oC44mOZ1i6r2j7LJteg16WoIpsElzw&oe=66B1EE71	person_profile	0	Kelly Fidel-The Powerhouse CEO	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452948693_376683775130220_2300282306922263612_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jVIwvGHvJmoQ7kNvgETL1GH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCZrYcpm6BvqeVwxpNihFuk2yfvY8BX9aAcPH7G9zGR8Q&oe=66B1F6D8	0	3	Are you tired of giving away freebies to tire kickers & leads that never convert?<br /> <br /> It's time to REPLACE your frustration with a simple strategy to fill your premium coaching programs and courses every month - without endless sales calls or wasting money on ads..<br /> <br /> When you sell your own micro offers, it's like a selling machine that works 24/7 for you and…<br /> <br /> ➡️ Brings NEW sales every day <br /> ➡️ Grows your list of buyers (free) <br /> ➡️ Upgrades a stream of clients into your premium offers. <br /> <br /> ❌ No more sales calls<br /> ❌ No more posting on social media�<br /> ❌ No selling in DMs�<br /> ❌ No more freebie seekers<br /> <br /> You'll know exactly how to add new BUYERS every day and ONE micro offer is ALL you need right now.<br /> <br /> 💡 Discover my secret weapon to instant customers . . so you know exactly how to acquire new clients, daily on autopilot...<br /> <br /> For a limited time, you can access the Micro Offer Method for just $17. <br /> <br /> 🔗 <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thepowerhouseceo.com%2Fmicro-offer-method&h=AT2ixU-93ECrki_e_NcvmeoKyJkniYFGT7G6B3WcBlyRpRWGWaZRv_uFGLPqYcCndSCgeet4_ihVgyPRcSGEOVskIphwFh-mgQe_mZhyjsJcw7iMhWXx_4Y0JCdIjKq6wt5Wmg3HGD58IA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.thepowerhouseceo.com/micro-offer-method</a>	Kelly Fidel	8951	https://facebook.com/kellyfidelfan	LEARN_MORE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952533	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	491378973368665	1	1.5254608283252E+15	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211139364880016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	video			https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/10kmonthmethod/		1721676528	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452528341_2151766521870100_7042275985059897705_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qQLvsiZmyEsQ7kNvgHq9muM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDXOsyCWQkgEQmXUXT3RlhEu4NxbyDqmasQbez-PE-_hA&oe=66B1E4F0	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452516212_1815161905659245_6803617573383301982_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=MXm7uNAFKNQQ7kNvgHyPS0i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA6KOev5Eg3DFlFmpqDW4XvKS2FlINCU446vJosny3nSw&oe=66B1DFCB	0	3	You started your business to do what you love, but also to live your life with financial freedom. <br /> <br /> Now it’s been a year or more, and you’re struggling to find consistency in your business. <br /> <br /> Instead you're:<br /> 💻 Glued to zoom on 100/hour single sessions.<br /> 😓 Stressed because if you don't launch, you're not making sales<br /> 🤳 Posting all day on social media because you were told to “share your heart” and “post what channels through you”. And you wound up with a bunch of “friends” on the internet who “love” what you share but aren’t blowing up your DMs to buy<br /> <br /> How did you end up in this situation?<br /> <br /> By doing too much. Read that again. 🔥<br /> <br /> ➡️ You’ve got 10 offers that aren't selling (even at a low price)<br /> ➡️ 6 week containers are running the show.<br /> ➡️ You’re pumping out content without a strategy for it.<br /> ➡️ You’re coaching in the DMs for free.<br /> ➡️ You’re stressing yourself out while also not making the money you know you can make.<br /> <br /> What’s important to know is consistent 5 fig months are not about doing more. They’re about simplicity and quite often doing less 🤯<br /> <br /> Simplicity, efficiency, and potency are your ticket to the bag 💰<br /> <br /> I had my first 13k month 60 days into business, the first 30k month in month 6, the first 50k month in my first year.<br /> <br /> It does not take 10 years to see success.<br /> <br /> I'm an expert at scaling smart feminine business where the business works for you<br /> <br /> 👉 In my new masterclass 💸 The 10k Month Method 💸 I show you how to have the easiest 5 fig months of your life on repeat<br /> <br /> We dial in on the feminine strategies and energetics to establish consistency and reliability in your business. You'll learn:<br /> 👉 The types of offers to have and why so your audience is saying YES every time<br /> 👉 Pricing strategy to set you up for success<br /> 👉 How to focus your content to get out of friend zone and into well paid authority zone for fast conversion<br /> 👉 Effortless selling<br /> 👉 To set your frequency so you are the magnetic sure place to attract clients<br /> <br /> 👉 If you desire to learn how to increase your power, and ease of receiving money in your business click to learn more and lock in exclusive savings ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952537	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	800241558759215	1	2.9701531731226E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209907996590272				NONE	video					1722287620	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453411905_1169455287666099_4260507391843477658_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ThwWiUjehzwQ7kNvgEgb38d&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBeoPROpQv9Cv3pclam-UT9bXh8s4hEdGYSKq8b19LYLQ&oe=66B1F048	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453402917_368351049397368_6264491765125923426_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jWBKDjU-PTwQ7kNvgE9FFYw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCFCvyy90eK54ucUN0_Wr0BanDoCjEG2AxLzw3L2SNNHA&oe=66B1FD06	0	3	DIY websites are a great start, but if you’re feeling like your branding is generic, your website isn’t attracting high-quality leads, and your SEO is falling short, it’s time for a change 💯<br /> <br /> As a pro at what you do, your wedding brand deserves a website that showcases your unique expertise, highlights your signature style and effortlessly attracts your dream clients 🙌<br /> <br /> That’s where I come in. As a brand and website designer, I create SEO optimized, strategy-first designs that elevate your wedding business. <br /> <br /> I’ve helped over 50 wedding professionals refine their marketing, attract dream clients, and increase their revenue – without the DIY hassle.<br /> <br /> My custom website packages are perfect for wedding professionals who want to: <br /> <br /> 🌟 Make strong first impressions with a cohesive, upscale brand. <br /> 🌟 Drive organic leads with SEO strategies that bring clients to you. <br /> 🌟 Focus on your craft while I handle your online presence.<br /> <br /> Let’s step away from the DIY hustle and build you an online presence that brings more leads, more dream clients, and big results. <br /> <br /> Ready to elevate your wedding business?<br /> <br /> 👉 DM me for more details or visit my website at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fkellyryann.com%2F&h=AT0TAzddpm11sNrDdF7-mSdy09eJQT-F1hIGY_uGZvsrA4Mu5Rb-FfCLQpyFoobD8t7htgFb3-B9Dr6LBD6Uz3jSHmTUUnS15f8itCdGg_4f3MzDv4RyBAkVcGfsAmTesfb7Po2x76sr6Q" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://kellyryann.com/</a>	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952540	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	412979565097040	1	4.4881478813406E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908436480272				NONE	video					1722290153	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453221823_467994706082297_6762130144137497796_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eMNkZCaC-yAQ7kNvgFeOBC8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCO37vOYjj3UjtA5MnYUsBwFShfQcOwdbK-LpOmLHW6pg&oe=66B1F175	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453257896_505952065303979_2768885534039809970_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=D2pusq9X-F0Q7kNvgGws-_a&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCX6xOjhqTA5-dwZSpneIYIJTURCSzVNh8gtGfUNVAyxQ&oe=66B1E574	0	3	Want to know the MOST important thing in a website that converts?<br /> <br /> It has to feel authentic to your brand. <br /> <br /> Yes, you should have strategy and bold buttons, and lots of options to get to that booking page. BUT if your website doesn’t look and feel aligned to everything else about your business, it’s not going to get you new clients. <br /> <br /> It’s like seeing an ad online for a new high-end steakhouse, only to show up to a Texas Roadhouse. Don’t get me wrong, Texas Roadhouse is my 2 year olds favorite place (the birthday song is a HIT), but if I’m showing up there with my fancy clothes on, I’m going to feel uncomfortable and out of place. <br /> <br /> When clients come across your social media accounts or your page on The Knot, they are going to head to your website next. This is your chance to welcome them in, make them feel comfortable, and seal the deal! <br /> <br /> We are in the most popular time of year for website edits and overhauls, so before you login to your platform with a scalpel, take a moment to plan out your strategy and make sure any of your changes are an extension of your brand and your personality. It’ll go a long way during engagement season 💍	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952542	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	357566537229741	1	4.6545492302297E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	209712988887173	Kelly Warkentin Coaching	120211358786770087	kellywarkentincoaching.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Balance Passion & Profit in Photography		https://ips-checklist.kellywarkentin.com/		1722019368	2.0971298888717E+14	Kelly Warkentin Coaching	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453168416_1066271051585584_5035521305617274190_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9-BlLdBVkgwQ7kNvgFOxib6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAX5yYjAPt3ZiWJ1orjrSyKDXNQCaVeoEzixUG-qQI4ew&oe=66B20DB9	person_profile	0	IPS Photographers Coach	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452980952_524700606789894_5931282286287500333_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3IHN2ph8GKAQ7kNvgEz1-yi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDwQhpDNu5nuYrXTj_Au_rg7IXTP_auy295eM9f6FpriA&oe=66B1E2AB	0	3	📸 Photographer, are you struggling to balance your business with life? Download our free IPS checklist and learn how to earn more per client while working smarter! Transition from a traditional model to an IPS system for financial stability and time freedom. #IPSChecklist #SmartPhotography #BalanceLifeAndBusiness	Kelly Warkentin Coaching	11	https://facebook.com/kellywarkentincoaching	LEARN_MORE	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952544	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	943978274238545	1	5.3254001885943E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	628896043851187	Author Kathleen Kelly	6698451734726	readerlinks.com	Shop now		NONE	video	Brand new MC Romance	Kindle Unlimited	https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102		1721620475	6.2889604385119E+14	Author Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452381199_374403709004859_6891557859693319507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_nehHwgwEZMQ7kNvgEchzL9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCAzpzGZ2rzlHvE3F_VdyMbBeA1HvlHnAqQkXtAe_kWow&oe=66B20123	person_profile	0	Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452446082_884513517041831_4053580441170621868_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WGgPP8Qrr7sQ7kNvgGU3lff&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBywIxF0UYtS8nIxIKR4rJ93ak-oaifABC-txBFKi3u8Q&oe=66B1FA31	0	3	“You said you like me?”<br /> “Hmm?”<br /> “Creed, you said you like me.”<br /> “Yes.”<br /> “Can you get off me for a sec?”<br /> Rolling off her, Devil scrambles away from me. The towel falls off, but she sits back down with her back against the headboard and holds it to her front, covering herself.<br /> “I’m here for six weeks. I know this is probably something you do all the time but− ”<br /> “It isn’t.”<br /> “Let me speak.”<br /> Nodding, I reposition myself so I’m facing her. “Okay.”<br /> “I’m here for six weeks and we seem to get along. Creed, I know you don’t know me, but I’m a good person. I’m loyal. So I thought maybe for the next six weeks you could show me around and,” she pauses and looks down at the towel. “And maybe for six weeks I could be yours. Only yours and you could be m-mine.”<br /> Moving closer to her, I put my hand on one of her knees. “I don’t share.”<br /> Her eyes meet mine. “You don’t?”<br /> “No. Sure, some of the women here will bed anyone, but I’ve never claimed someone. I’m claiming you.”<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Freaderlinks.com%2Fl%2F3191102&h=AT3FfQDHIDy142PSR3h01HFeX5ZeDaaF5zuxVjdTaOcPj90ZhsziBGhcqFsG1ad3SAjOw1hEDNdYd9h2jEJuxyfiRB5N4jJ9NDlPTdMTWP6LLRzLlP5-wUBGFO5MLy7T8tYoKX9SmVdvyQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102</a>	Author Kathleen Kelly	9133	https://facebook.com/kathleenkellyauthor	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952546	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1140613733834448	1	8.8830865314232E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210481680100781	nancykellyhomes.com/single-level	Learn More		NONE	dco	View Active Listings	Single Level Homes in the Portland Metro	https://nancykellyhomes.com/single-level		1721147425	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451702881_1196721914805404_8990472230151545864_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bBNOCnkSEhUQ7kNvgEu6FvY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBl45Rm1i8mO159A2SiBhRCfkE6xnCm1972fFkrhYPP6Q&oe=66B1F935	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451369124_1013808186527858_2963564874672969944_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Me6IKie-AWQQ7kNvgEykaZY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDGOGSwTLvyrDIbzCIp2CYegJ9UvltZ-ICZ2Y5ZHkEuJg&oe=66B206F8	0	3	See Active Listings for Single Level Homes in the Portland Metro! If you're tired of trudging up and down the stairs at home, maybe its time for a move? Click Learn More below to see the current listings. If you have questions about any property you see, please reach out. We are always happy to help! Nancy Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR Call/Text: 503.805.5887 Nancy@NancyKellyHomes.com Marissa Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR/WA Call/Text: 971.322.3645 Marissa@NancyKellyHomes.com NancyKellyHomes.com #househunting #singlelevelhome #nomorestairs #Portlandrealestate #Portlandrealtor #realestate #PDXRealEstate #NancyKellyHomes	Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952548	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	499649459097569	1	4.6097776338556E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212726139570036	www.kellylwellness.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Women Who 'Can't Stop Eating' Finally Feel Normal Around Food		https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop		1722138855	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452928897_1538856310365058_9152660510125414754_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OBgh6ZIkaA8Q7kNvgFSmJro&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBrZhcyoAwolhtWhmTrLUNlqPDndqERW7M3UyIYCOIb8w&oe=66B20E78	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452996358_851717786428133_4192784836320034709_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=U7lHTMV2HcYQ7kNvgFSuv13&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYChuApEyVaBOzgs3wKG2xpXnu99aO39ihTLaehUa-csgQ&oe=66B1DFBB	0	3	This is why women who try to "eat perfect" all day end up binging at night.<br /> <br /> Here's a trend that seems to be happening.<br /> <br /> Women are bouncing between dieting and binging.<br /> <br /> They try to "eat perfect"<br /> <br /> But when they "mess up" they say F'it and just keep eating.<br /> <br /> The true problem is they don't understand the root cause of their binging.<br /> <br /> I was the same way for 12 years.<br /> <br /> And all the diets that I tried and "failed"...<br /> <br /> None of them are designed for a woman who struggles with binging.<br /> <br /> Because struggling with binging isn't just about finding the right diet.<br /> <br /> It's about healing the root cause of binging in the first place.<br /> <br /> Once I understood why I felt so out of control around food, I broke free from binge eating + overeating.<br /> <br /> I created a free training for women to retrain their brain.<br /> <br /> So they can finally feel in control around food again.<br /> <br /> Click Learn More to grab your spot.<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kellylwellness.com%2Ffbworkshop&h=AT2Gl1srzyZP9Dsr1tGl8Zmoz294CLWcOPovSOpmdhBmWxHFjj0M9_Bk8yL4tGuk_9Doi-oy9O4aSuMW4zeQtNNq66y411sRuJ31KdWoqMS5SX6X90C_ST-60CMndso-fMZnHZKqszl_2g" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.kellylwellness.com/fbworkshop</a>	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	LEARN_MORE	1722063600	View Edit Delete
1952549	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	1003996904552273	1	4.8250198141469E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211139491070016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	image	THE $10K MONTH METHOD - THE MASTERCLASS	Checkout page for $10k MONTH METHOD - THE MASTERCLASS.	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/10kmonthmethod/		1721677113	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452475981_1289966928662539_8982907532857747481_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YrMXtQoQAWAQ7kNvgHJ_CQ6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYASHh2MgjAjNmfMWCI5g99hiMAkJ9FQgS0chmUg28BxNg&oe=66B1E55F	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452397459_1167273407934161_835716424809114181_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z3hXd0a0AScQ7kNvgFqr3wH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDwMTIOFAuTnqT0ADIt15O8YgnoxJNfgdQ-YomCev06sg&oe=66B2013D	0	3	You started your business to do what you love, but also to live your life with financial freedom. <br /> <br /> Now it’s been a year or more, and you’re struggling to find consistency in your business. <br /> <br /> Instead you're:<br /> 💻 Glued to zoom on 100/hour single sessions.<br /> 😓 Stressed because if you don't launch, you're not making sales<br /> 🤳 Posting all day on social media because you were told to “share your heart” and “post what channels through you”. And you wound up with a bunch of “friends” on the internet who “love” what you share but aren’t blowing up your DMs to buy<br /> <br /> How did you end up in this situation?<br /> <br /> By doing too much. Read that again. 🔥<br /> <br /> ➡️ You’ve got 10 offers that aren't selling (even at a low price)<br /> ➡️ 6 week containers are running the show.<br /> ➡️ You’re pumping out content without a strategy for it.<br /> ➡️ You’re coaching in the DMs for free.<br /> ➡️ You’re stressing yourself out while also not making the money you know you can make.<br /> <br /> What’s important to know is consistent 5 fig months are not about doing more. They’re about simplicity and quite often doing less 🤯<br /> <br /> Simplicity, efficiency, and potency are your ticket to the bag 💰<br /> <br /> I had my first 13k month 60 days into business, the first 30k month in month 6, the first 50k month in my first year.<br /> <br /> It does not take 10 years to see success.<br /> <br /> I'm an expert at scaling smart feminine business where the business works for you<br /> <br /> 👉 In my new masterclass 💸 The 10k Month Method 💸 I show you how to have the easiest 5 fig months of your life on repeat<br /> <br /> We dial in on the feminine strategies and energetics to establish consistency and reliability in your business. You'll learn:<br /> 👉 The types of offers to have and why so your audience is saying YES every time<br /> 👉 Pricing strategy to set you up for success<br /> 👉 How to focus your content to get out of friend zone and into well paid authority zone for fast conversion<br /> 👉 Effortless selling<br /> 👉 To set your frequency so you are the magnetic sure place to attract clients<br /> <br /> 👉 If you desire to learn how to increase your power, and ease of receiving money in your business click to learn more and lock in exclusive savings ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952550	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	516163304299277	1	1.0094672945137E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	707312892676340	Kelly Freschi: Allstate Insurance	120210506459970591		Call now		NONE	image	Kelly Freschi: Allstate Insurance	As an Allstate Agent in La Salle, My understanding of the people in this community helps me provide			1722369787	7.0731289267634E+14	Kelly Freschi: Allstate Insurance	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453071799_1129750274987917_2890053117357838940_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=R7fZtETU8uwQ7kNvgGsQKxV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCcqeR80ArzkdLYrHmydlRKhpoqEMR8_HEuRKimIwILLg&oe=66B1FC9E	person_profile	0	Kelly Jo Freschi	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453513134_1140989723636147_5335037583327100775_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qija_CqOLK8Q7kNvgEtl1G-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDtuS3qOigyLuziugwjVLbLJuLXdo117Swynv5tvCFxjQ&oe=66B20D2F	0	3	🌞 This Summer : Check Out Your Local Insurance Agent! 🌞 As summer heats up, it’s the perfect time to ensure that you and your family are well protected. Whether you're planning a road trip, hosting summer gatherings, or simply enjoying the warm weather at home, having the right insurance coverage is essential.	Kelly Freschi: Allstate Insurance	525	https://facebook.com/kellyfreschiinsurance	CALL_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952553	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	519399263854511	1	4.121433352097E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110594081943570	Ellsworth Kelly	120211191074060172	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			https://www.instagram.com/_u/ellsworthkellystudio		1722273029	1.1059408194357E+14	Ellsworth Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453238991_1788866651890828_934655210379817613_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FZvjeQz0DQIQ7kNvgHdOvLs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCr_aF1lRu65_YL3GiP4b4DbE_Flt1RIpKUqbcCmGRXEg&oe=66B1F78E	person_profile	0	Ellsworth Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453238871_1014918380340688_278429349945980780_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IBZT1XppGpoQ7kNvgEdUyuI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCjPesBeyrsS9yVgOZ1zOVKfEu-bVAs5YxChibUPwfviA&oe=66B1FA06	0	3		Ellsworth Kelly	61	https://facebook.com/ellsworthkellystudio	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952560	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	511425847972037	1	4.0958226212711E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107072348660237	Kelly Ryann Co.	120209908416920272				NONE	image					1722360482	1.0707234866024E+14	Kelly Ryann Co.	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453265376_1419390455344038_9044744427095609396_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=URfE0RuVBSYQ7kNvgEw0ck4&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiQskPoW7vx2JjSS9G-dv2w4NG5LysjAm5F7x7MYSuVA&oe=66B20BA7	person_profile	0	Kelly \| Website Designer + Brand Strategist for Wedding Pros	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453528059_954238223168728_3479956113974727911_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PDZaPok9xQwQ7kNvgFrQ3dZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBaybJveK2dw2Ax6W06VjJBsoPNWXV7IDYMXWNlOTuXeQ&oe=66B1ED0A	0	3	You know those couples you see on their wedding day and you are just like, "yup. they are the good ones." (cue teary eyes)<br /> <br /> To me and my nerdy design self, that is brand and strategy. <br /> <br /> I am not going to lie. When I first started website design I was like "cool, let's design beautiful things!" But shortly after I got to thinking. What is the POINT??<br /> <br /> That is where strategy comes in.<br /> <br /> I am a full believer that your website is the BACKBONE of your business. That doesn't mean it does all of the work for you, but it should incorporate all of your marketing efforts. From social media to lead magnets to Pinterest to Podcasting to networking events... all of this should get your brand in front of people, and get them back to your website to make the sale.<br /> <br /> The wedding industry is saturated, but that is even more reason to make sure that all of your marketing comes together with strategy.	Kelly Ryann Co.	0	https://facebook.com/100083569022530		1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952564	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	403090505554174	1	1.0118396139454E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	105944962201591	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	120210956575320790	fb.me	Learn more		NONE	image			http://fb.me/		1721874732	1.0594496220159E+14	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452930650_1146961039901914_4917423262161060207_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5fZ5FkHAQZ0Q7kNvgEigC9Z&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD10hPYPZEj4GxhF_dy1Jwjli2bW85O743Sn6gP9ij98Q&oe=66B20DFB	person_profile	0	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc \| Southwest Florida REALTORS	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452667050_1207444223791312_947983083613950516_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Q-CFvdPkzjIQ7kNvgEzG_8P&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCo8OAkvCj-qbwtMncmwF91oinZzAFNgzhRGH3U2rYkmQ&oe=66B1DEC9	0	3	🌴JUST LISTED in The Place at Corkscrew! Checkout this beautiful, 4 bedroom 3 bedroom WATERFRONT home with an EXTENDED SCREENED LANAI and TILE THROUGHOUT!🏡<br /> <br /> Located in one of Estero's most sought after communities - The Place at Corkscrew. This home is the perfect full time residence or seasonal retreat!<br /> <br /> ✨Click below for photos and details!<br /> <br /> 🌟 The Place at Corkscrew Amenities:<br /> - Full-service restaurant and bar, café, and Bourbon bar<br /> - Resort-style lagoon pool with waterfalls, 100ft waterslide, & 40-person hot tub<br /> - Two-story gym, daily classes, pickleball, tennis, bocce ball, sand volleyball<br /> - On-site childcare, playground, and dog park<br /> <br /> 📍 Prime Location:<br /> - 15 minutes from RSW Airport<br /> - 1 mile from new Publix Plaza with Dunkin’ Donuts, UPS Store, and New York Pizza and Pasta<br /> - Near Old Corkscrew Golf Course, featuring a Jack Nicklaus Signature Design<br /> <br /> 🌺 This exceptional home and vibrant community offer everything needed for a dream lifestyle in Southwest Florida! Don’t miss out—schedule your tour today!<br /> <br /> 📞 Contact us today to schedule your private tour! Call or Text 248-703-4024 📞<br /> <br /> #DreamHome #WaterfrontLiving #FloridaRealEstate #HomeForSale #MoveInReady #theplaceatcorkscrew #esterohomesforsale #swflrealestate	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	166	https://facebook.com/KellyandAmandaSellSWFL	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952565	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952567	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952569	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792944	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952571	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	821039693102674	1	8.232640830876E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	105944962201591	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	120210272187300790	fb.me	Learn more		NONE	video	Waterfront Marina Bay Home for Sale		http://fb.me/		1719002641	1.0594496220159E+14	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448911478_832108608411591_3805044052606310482_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FC8iSdt2orIQ7kNvgE6CPIL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDSWp_dFAABY0WTHwPtewRa8319A45-qCKaKJ4-AFMcoA&oe=66B1EC88	person_profile	0	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc \| Southwest Florida REALTORS	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448907335_873218514629071_7901227151107770650_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0JqK8qvyUu4Q7kNvgE-_ZT8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCChdU90zK88up0m487WN--t-MZVhK7VKgkJYIO3DmfZA&oe=66B1FD7A	0	3	🏡 FOR SALE IN MARINA BAY of Fort Myers!🌟<br /> <br /> ✨ Unveil luxury with this stunning three-bedroom "Caymen" floor plan, featuring a versatile den/office and 2.5 bathrooms. Enjoy the best of Florida living with breathtaking waterfront views and a serene fountain, all from your screened-in lanai. <br /> <br /> 🛠 Recently Upgraded:<br /> - New tile roof<br /> - Fresh paint inside & out<br /> - Epoxy-coated garage floor<br /> - Custom walkway & hedge screening<br /> - Professionally sealed pavers<br /> - Designer landscaping with gorgeous Christmas palms<br /> <br /> 🌀 Safety & Comfort:<br /> - Hurricane impact-rated front door<br /> - Whole home Storm Smart shutters<br /> - Power hurricane screens for shade & privacy<br /> <br /> 🍽 Gourmet Kitchen:<br /> - Quartzite natural stone countertops & backsplash<br /> - Undermount sink<br /> - New cooking range & touch-proof dishwasher<br /> - Breakfast bar and formal dining room<br /> <br /> 🛏 Primary Suite:<br /> - Dual walk-in closets<br /> - Split dual vanities<br /> - Frameless glass shower & soaking tub<br /> - Waterfront views<br /> <br /> 🏠 Additional Features:<br /> - Kirch electric remote-controlled blinds<br /> - Customized shelving & upgraded door hardware<br /> - Private office/den with stylish doors<br /> <br /> 🌟 Marina Bay Amenities:<br /> - Resort-style swimming & lap pools<br /> - Splash park<br /> - Indoor sports complex<br /> - Tennis & pickleball courts<br /> - Game room with billiards<br /> - 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center<br /> <br /> 📍 Prime Location:<br /> - Close to Gulf Coast Town Center & The Forum<br /> - 10 minutes from Regional SWFL Airport<br /> - 30 minutes to Fort Myers Beach<br /> <br /> 🌺 This home offers a low-maintenance lifestyle with exceptional curb appeal and countless upgrades. Don’t miss out on this exceptional slice of paradise!<br /> <br /> 📞 Contact us today to schedule your private tour! Call or Text 247-703-4024 📞<br /> <br /> #DreamHome #WaterfrontLiving #MarinaBay #LuxuryLiving #FloridaRealEstate #HomeForSale #MoveInReady	Kelly Olin & Amanda Bolduc, Southwest Florida Realtors	166	https://facebook.com/KellyandAmandaSellSWFL	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952573	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	2052362428490936	1	1.0447159039371E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	628896043851187	Author Kathleen Kelly	6698451709726	readerlinks.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	‘Wow, loved this book,I found a new book boyfriend’ MC Romance in KU	Kindle Unlimited	https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102		1721620591	6.2889604385119E+14	Author Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452374717_413107565208964_3923523345388535092_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AcX4llqV9aEQ7kNvgGu30TW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCxhrlFbXkKW1wFQFxo3CMYKXr9w-laL_sC1QgPckYvAw&oe=66B20626	person_profile	0	Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452052661_1206953523646068_2903377913479528239_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s_2qeTqMsLEQ7kNvgFLUU1D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAECo8wwquLwL-GDE7PEzYCrzBsDJ_L4fs2FfvNepAiew&oe=66B1DA9C	0	3	“How about you put a towel around yourself, and we can talk?” “If you come near me, I will scream. I will not go down without a fight. I have no idea who you are, mister, but I am not some weak female you can have your way with.” The words tumble out of my mouth, and I’m surprised at how sure of myself I sound. He smiles and holds one hand to his chest and the other up in the air. “Again, if I was going to have my way with you, I would have done it already.” https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102	Author Kathleen Kelly	9133	https://facebook.com/kathleenkellyauthor	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952577	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	410123618713528	1	1.7681507272585E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	213331488524162	Danielle Kelly	120212808466750483		Send message		NONE	dco	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break.	{{product.description}}			1721998558	2.1333148852416E+14	Danielle Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453217178_2625686307610475_2557277656121845325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bY1p_X4XK20Q7kNvgHtJSiD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDt7Nmv3dtmd1NvkenHfjo_VWrh2UDiXXV3UdGcFpgYFg&oe=66B20AF0	person_profile	0	Danielle P Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452928646_499231355942115_4492335872293495239_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z5UQJzHv0vwQ7kNvgE1KVSs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCA6D2B0ND6a1xDlkmaYY_GAe6NyHo1824RdnLR90ctFQ&oe=66B1EE28	0	3	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break. My principal was such a bully, So although I loved teaching, she was quickly Changing my perspective. I mean, teaching is such a rewarding career, And I definitely wanted to do something meaningful, Where I was helping people. So even after finding a new position in intervention teaching that I loved, There were still those dreaded downsides that made my heart sink. In my company, we don’t get paid unless we work, Not getting paid on holiday breaks and most of all summer, Is simply awful. Instead of being able to relax, recharge and enjoy these breaks (That I so deserved), I had to worry about the fact that for two weeks Or two months, I wasn’t getting paid. Forget vacations or shopping or anything that required spending Any amount of money. Plus, even when we are getting a paycheck, it seems like Pennies for all the effort that is required of us. And lets not forget, if we want to get paid through the summer, It comes out of our monthly check during the months of over-worked Exhausting days. I love being a teacher, but we all know Teaching is definitely an underpaid career. Who agrees?! All of the things that are required of us to successfully do our job. I remember countless nights at home grading papers with one hand While trying to eat my dinner with the other hand. Staying late to get my classroom ready for the next day, Because I knew, even as exhausted as I was, And how much I wanted to go home and spend time with my family, If I didn’t stay, nothing would be prepared for the next day. And that’s not fair to my students! Having to set up my classroom before actually returning in the fall, Because when we return, it was all meetings and planning for the first week of actually teaching. Summer was supposed to be my time to relax and rejuvenate, right? I refused to be stressed out on those breaks and with the feeling of being under-paid For all the work I was required to do as a teacher. So the search began… That’s when I found this digital marketing business. Now, I feel called to share this opportunity with fellow teachers who want to start building up their futures like I do. Now I have a step-by-step platform, a community of like minded individuals, one on one mentorship and a ticket to escaping my unfulfillment. For now it’s a side gig, but I have the excitement of waking up every day knowing I’m working towards a brighter future for myself and my family and living a life I’ve always dreamed of. I’m using the same exclusive blueprint that my mentors have been able to Make more than their yearly salaries in just a month. If you are one who has the option and can afford to “hold back” money for summer pay, Or if you are one who can’t, this can be an option for you. This can be some extra money on the side, Or it can be worked alongside a full-time career. So… Don’t want to be shackled to a career that doesn’t pay adequately for time? Love teaching and want to not have to find some odds and ends job over the summer? Just want a side gig that can help bring in extra for those vacations when there’s time off? It’s time to take action to see if a digital marketing business is the missing link. Hit the message button or comment “MORE” below and I will personally reach out. Can’t wait to chat soon! Danielle	Danielle Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/DKellyFreedom	MESSAGE_PAGE	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952578	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	410123618713528	1	1.7681507272585E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	213331488524162	Danielle Kelly	120212808466750483		Send message		NONE	dco	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break.	{{product.description}}			1721998558	2.1333148852416E+14	Danielle Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453217178_2625686307610475_2557277656121845325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bY1p_X4XK20Q7kNvgHtJSiD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDt7Nmv3dtmd1NvkenHfjo_VWrh2UDiXXV3UdGcFpgYFg&oe=66B20AF0	person_profile	0	Danielle P Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452928646_499231355942115_4492335872293495239_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z5UQJzHv0vwQ7kNvgE1KVSs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCA6D2B0ND6a1xDlkmaYY_GAe6NyHo1824RdnLR90ctFQ&oe=66B1EE28	0	3	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break. My principal was such a bully, So although I loved teaching, she was quickly Changing my perspective. I mean, teaching is such a rewarding career, And I definitely wanted to do something meaningful, Where I was helping people. So even after finding a new position in intervention teaching that I loved, There were still those dreaded downsides that made my heart sink. In my company, we don’t get paid unless we work, Not getting paid on holiday breaks and most of all summer, Is simply awful. Instead of being able to relax, recharge and enjoy these breaks (That I so deserved), I had to worry about the fact that for two weeks Or two months, I wasn’t getting paid. Forget vacations or shopping or anything that required spending Any amount of money. Plus, even when we are getting a paycheck, it seems like Pennies for all the effort that is required of us. And lets not forget, if we want to get paid through the summer, It comes out of our monthly check during the months of over-worked Exhausting days. I love being a teacher, but we all know Teaching is definitely an underpaid career. Who agrees?! All of the things that are required of us to successfully do our job. I remember countless nights at home grading papers with one hand While trying to eat my dinner with the other hand. Staying late to get my classroom ready for the next day, Because I knew, even as exhausted as I was, And how much I wanted to go home and spend time with my family, If I didn’t stay, nothing would be prepared for the next day. And that’s not fair to my students! Having to set up my classroom before actually returning in the fall, Because when we return, it was all meetings and planning for the first week of actually teaching. Summer was supposed to be my time to relax and rejuvenate, right? I refused to be stressed out on those breaks and with the feeling of being under-paid For all the work I was required to do as a teacher. So the search began… That’s when I found this digital marketing business. Now, I feel called to share this opportunity with fellow teachers who want to start building up their futures like I do. Now I have a step-by-step platform, a community of like minded individuals, one on one mentorship and a ticket to escaping my unfulfillment. For now it’s a side gig, but I have the excitement of waking up every day knowing I’m working towards a brighter future for myself and my family and living a life I’ve always dreamed of. I’m using the same exclusive blueprint that my mentors have been able to Make more than their yearly salaries in just a month. If you are one who has the option and can afford to “hold back” money for summer pay, Or if you are one who can’t, this can be an option for you. This can be some extra money on the side, Or it can be worked alongside a full-time career. So… Don’t want to be shackled to a career that doesn’t pay adequately for time? Love teaching and want to not have to find some odds and ends job over the summer? Just want a side gig that can help bring in extra for those vacations when there’s time off? It’s time to take action to see if a digital marketing business is the missing link. Hit the message button or comment “MORE” below and I will personally reach out. Can’t wait to chat soon! Danielle	Danielle Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/DKellyFreedom	MESSAGE_PAGE	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952579	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	410123618713528	1	1.7681507272585E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	213331488524162	Danielle Kelly	120212808466750483		Send message		NONE	dco	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break.	{{product.description}}			1721998558	2.1333148852416E+14	Danielle Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453217178_2625686307610475_2557277656121845325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bY1p_X4XK20Q7kNvgHtJSiD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDt7Nmv3dtmd1NvkenHfjo_VWrh2UDiXXV3UdGcFpgYFg&oe=66B20AF0	person_profile	0	Danielle P Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452928646_499231355942115_4492335872293495239_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Z5UQJzHv0vwQ7kNvgE1KVSs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCA6D2B0ND6a1xDlkmaYY_GAe6NyHo1824RdnLR90ctFQ&oe=66B1EE28	0	3	From Classroom to Cash: Creative Side Hustle for Teachers on Break. My principal was such a bully, So although I loved teaching, she was quickly Changing my perspective. I mean, teaching is such a rewarding career, And I definitely wanted to do something meaningful, Where I was helping people. So even after finding a new position in intervention teaching that I loved, There were still those dreaded downsides that made my heart sink. In my company, we don’t get paid unless we work, Not getting paid on holiday breaks and most of all summer, Is simply awful. Instead of being able to relax, recharge and enjoy these breaks (That I so deserved), I had to worry about the fact that for two weeks Or two months, I wasn’t getting paid. Forget vacations or shopping or anything that required spending Any amount of money. Plus, even when we are getting a paycheck, it seems like Pennies for all the effort that is required of us. And lets not forget, if we want to get paid through the summer, It comes out of our monthly check during the months of over-worked Exhausting days. I love being a teacher, but we all know Teaching is definitely an underpaid career. Who agrees?! All of the things that are required of us to successfully do our job. I remember countless nights at home grading papers with one hand While trying to eat my dinner with the other hand. Staying late to get my classroom ready for the next day, Because I knew, even as exhausted as I was, And how much I wanted to go home and spend time with my family, If I didn’t stay, nothing would be prepared for the next day. And that’s not fair to my students! Having to set up my classroom before actually returning in the fall, Because when we return, it was all meetings and planning for the first week of actually teaching. Summer was supposed to be my time to relax and rejuvenate, right? I refused to be stressed out on those breaks and with the feeling of being under-paid For all the work I was required to do as a teacher. So the search began… That’s when I found this digital marketing business. Now, I feel called to share this opportunity with fellow teachers who want to start building up their futures like I do. Now I have a step-by-step platform, a community of like minded individuals, one on one mentorship and a ticket to escaping my unfulfillment. For now it’s a side gig, but I have the excitement of waking up every day knowing I’m working towards a brighter future for myself and my family and living a life I’ve always dreamed of. I’m using the same exclusive blueprint that my mentors have been able to Make more than their yearly salaries in just a month. If you are one who has the option and can afford to “hold back” money for summer pay, Or if you are one who can’t, this can be an option for you. This can be some extra money on the side, Or it can be worked alongside a full-time career. So… Don’t want to be shackled to a career that doesn’t pay adequately for time? Love teaching and want to not have to find some odds and ends job over the summer? Just want a side gig that can help bring in extra for those vacations when there’s time off? It’s time to take action to see if a digital marketing business is the missing link. Hit the message button or comment “MORE” below and I will personally reach out. Can’t wait to chat soon! Danielle	Danielle Kelly	2	https://facebook.com/DKellyFreedom	MESSAGE_PAGE	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952580	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	1658700674974530	2	4.797188446753E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209564549620122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Substitute Jobs in Baltimore County	Jeffery now enjoys the ease and flexibility of substitute teaching after nearly four decades of teaching Spanish.	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_jeffrey_stark_1		1722332559	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453209254_1250144642638753_9151015765059165930_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=J5FEJwAjUg0Q7kNvgGV7fTY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA2370ZVe5h61ZT-sm3PdV2LJ_VDPVD6CQewPC2CrzDeQ&oe=66B206E4	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453153838_810212751303775_741032331900690155_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=fzrFZPBJjCAQ7kNvgFkBIa-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC2h3XgYXXJx2-Z-ufkvfJsnFeXj_r-sa14VKn1wG15ug&oe=66B1FD3A	0	3		Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952584	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	768403858564868	1	3.4768074726094E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514756300448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Join the Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=virtualride&utm_content=MTB		1721742215	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452377656_792168356404292_8549298029383812507_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2PBfXuHAMXAQ7kNvgEA72GX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHKBg7YDHKC0Ye-tRSuwokXGjmX5djnx9AKvCiGsaEAQ&oe=66B20A6C	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452675194_1022480036201851_9044337885223090341_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kUPDl288zhUQ7kNvgG4Jyy5&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBVCbWhvhykp1x7LUGw7koRso21C_L4CcaTvGweNmp8yA&oe=66B1E5A5	0	3	Ride to Empower! Join the Kelly Brush Ride and choose your own remote adventure on any trail or route between September 7 and October 19. With every pedal stroke, you're helping to make active lifestyles possible for people with spinal cord injuries. Register today and get started on your Kelly Brush Ride!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952587	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	501554115704217	1	2.7347681833587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181982720122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_parent		1720511705	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449849373_514700407678760_6179592091994917809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xmOv01c4VCAQ7kNvgEiL3tM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA31XkwFroW9LFjyEXurjsCtK6BuLfATkcQF6StOeFveA&oe=66B1F258	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450454954_706015384974392_1458643094242797431_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hppp3GGUd0IQ7kNvgGZNvP2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCYTca__Ph_PsQA1PNVDX62viHbNb-AFQSlSY8CUzNiSA&oe=66B1E73C	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Lee County School District.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952588	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	501554115704217	1	2.7347681833587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181982720122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_parent		1720511705	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449849373_514700407678760_6179592091994917809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xmOv01c4VCAQ7kNvgEiL3tM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA31XkwFroW9LFjyEXurjsCtK6BuLfATkcQF6StOeFveA&oe=66B1F258	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450454954_706015384974392_1458643094242797431_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hppp3GGUd0IQ7kNvgGZNvP2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCYTca__Ph_PsQA1PNVDX62viHbNb-AFQSlSY8CUzNiSA&oe=66B1E73C	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Lee County School District.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952589	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	1659163284623729	1	3.9431617031873E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146040122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_parent		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449850625_789375679985349_2018150694800589006_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0T4IEBdRxGoQ7kNvgEv50ph&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXNq2e8tv53ehBTBu305spP0nwab9yyryxaH_uUIIhUA&oe=66B1F8A5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449853114_8075066432516716_6976504009451265797_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HcIgbiLVcooQ7kNvgGGsZNi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCr-NfEK6L_th5BC8soCN0Z8Xmlgz8ru_aqeLL4gGapIA&oe=66B20BF4	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952592	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	1659163284623729	1	3.9431617031873E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146040122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_parent		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449850625_789375679985349_2018150694800589006_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0T4IEBdRxGoQ7kNvgEv50ph&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXNq2e8tv53ehBTBu305spP0nwab9yyryxaH_uUIIhUA&oe=66B1F8A5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449853114_8075066432516716_6976504009451265797_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HcIgbiLVcooQ7kNvgGGsZNi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCr-NfEK6L_th5BC8soCN0Z8Xmlgz8ru_aqeLL4gGapIA&oe=66B20BF4	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952593	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	858668979460237	1	1.4074069139825E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182149710122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_student		1720512216	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450081700_7420362284735059_7542096401988635020_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4D1OHJuV-ucQ7kNvgGjQF-_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAapy1lIaDjyAbjiCz2-RTsSktftbgxre9kpmeKn7jVBA&oe=66B1F0C5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450239704_776919297654744_4945038351844777837_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ybECu6DHoPMQ7kNvgE7IOeq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDnbhuO_R6kXGUWQGkU5XjgMoLDbG6Owhba-BIDvxi6Ig&oe=66B1F913	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952594	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	858668979460237	1	1.4074069139825E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182149710122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_student		1720512216	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450081700_7420362284735059_7542096401988635020_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4D1OHJuV-ucQ7kNvgGjQF-_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAapy1lIaDjyAbjiCz2-RTsSktftbgxre9kpmeKn7jVBA&oe=66B1F0C5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450239704_776919297654744_4945038351844777837_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ybECu6DHoPMQ7kNvgE7IOeq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDnbhuO_R6kXGUWQGkU5XjgMoLDbG6Owhba-BIDvxi6Ig&oe=66B1F913	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952597	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	813383054236087	1	4.1683930080508E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210691761880671	fb.me	Sign Up		NONE	dco	Free Small Group Training Session!		http://fb.me/		1722461245	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384573_1990713504712080_7346719597765116622_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=N09sTwxkyqUQ7kNvgGWjdhU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD9bMsS1Av_WZLnezX8mbaO9aQNWud5FZLpZERsJv6IoQ&oe=66B2119D	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487297_2379854262224157_6977880899476614038_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mNpyKY56BtoQ7kNvgExKO79&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAMp5lqWHeYaWILSZAcELZ3AjtjWD7ZGVoF9jjDbFED3A&oe=66B1E642	0	3	🔥🔥We're looking for 5 Locals🔥🔥 who are looking to dramatically transform their health and fitness with our 6 Week Full Body Transformation Program! Here’s the deal: We can take on 5 new members to partake in our most intensive transformation program. This is not a cardio plan or some fad diet. This isn’t a “quick fix”…but in 6 weeks you will be AMAZED with the results. If you are a highly motivated individual, get started now to see what you can accomplish. What you get: 🔥 Fat Burning Body Toning Fitness Sessions 🔥 Personalized SIMPLE meal plan 🔥 Personal Accountability Coach to make you CRUSH it. 🔥 And much much more... This is for THE MOTIVATED ONLY. If you have gotten to that point where enough is enough, we want to help. If you're still reading this, you are the people we want. We are only taking 5 Free Class Passes so Click the link and Let's Get Started!	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	SIGN_UP	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952599	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	336952392810886	1	1.2813544132765E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210537797320671	fb.me	Get Offer		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		http://fb.me/		1721768056	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452390227_1875069652983023_8178278376616082113_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jn9LMc51wlcQ7kNvgFGIRS2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDiCG0HSlQx69uqLddCAZLnd74C0aZ2o-XkpFz-SpMhwA&oe=66B1ED87	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452451757_786726526959833_8789869357413533468_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_b2hG-BH3lQQ7kNvgEfBN4m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCP3eHf0Wiqu7t9STGKR9mkBgFbJI28ctDkO4ywJlTsvA&oe=66B1DD65	0	3	🌟 Discover the Transformative Health Benefits of Deep Tissue Lymphatic Massage! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what a deep tissue lymphatic massage can do for your overall well-being? 🌿✨ Let us enlighten you with the incredible benefits you can experience: ✅ Improved Circulation: Our specialized massage techniques stimulate blood flow, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to your tissues. Feel revitalized and full of energy! ✅ Detoxification: Help your body eliminate toxins more effectively. Our massage supports your lymphatic system, promoting natural detoxification and a cleaner, healthier you. ✅ Reduced Swelling and Inflammation: Struggling with swelling or inflammation? Our deep tissue lymphatic massage targets these issues, providing relief and improving mobility. ✅ Enhanced Relaxation and Stress Relief: In our fast-paced world, stress can take a toll on your health. Our massage therapy not only relaxes your muscles but also calms your mind, offering a peaceful escape from daily stressors. Don’t miss out on the rejuvenating power of deep tissue lymphatic massage. Treat yourself to a session and feel the profound difference it can make in your life! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️ 📞 Call us at 203-496-5652 or visit our website to schedule your appointment and embark on a journey to better health and wellness. Mention Code: 10Recover for 10% off. Expires 07/31/24 #MassageTherapy #HealthBenefits #Wellness #SelfCare #Relaxation #Detox #StressRelief	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	GET_OFFER	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952601	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792944	1201	336952392810886	1	1.2813544132765E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210537797320671	fb.me	Get Offer		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		http://fb.me/		1721768056	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452390227_1875069652983023_8178278376616082113_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jn9LMc51wlcQ7kNvgFGIRS2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDiCG0HSlQx69uqLddCAZLnd74C0aZ2o-XkpFz-SpMhwA&oe=66B1ED87	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452451757_786726526959833_8789869357413533468_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_b2hG-BH3lQQ7kNvgEfBN4m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCP3eHf0Wiqu7t9STGKR9mkBgFbJI28ctDkO4ywJlTsvA&oe=66B1DD65	0	3	🌟 Discover the Transformative Health Benefits of Deep Tissue Lymphatic Massage! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what a deep tissue lymphatic massage can do for your overall well-being? 🌿✨ Let us enlighten you with the incredible benefits you can experience: ✅ Improved Circulation: Our specialized massage techniques stimulate blood flow, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to your tissues. Feel revitalized and full of energy! ✅ Detoxification: Help your body eliminate toxins more effectively. Our massage supports your lymphatic system, promoting natural detoxification and a cleaner, healthier you. ✅ Reduced Swelling and Inflammation: Struggling with swelling or inflammation? Our deep tissue lymphatic massage targets these issues, providing relief and improving mobility. ✅ Enhanced Relaxation and Stress Relief: In our fast-paced world, stress can take a toll on your health. Our massage therapy not only relaxes your muscles but also calms your mind, offering a peaceful escape from daily stressors. Don’t miss out on the rejuvenating power of deep tissue lymphatic massage. Treat yourself to a session and feel the profound difference it can make in your life! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️ 📞 Call us at 203-496-5652 or visit our website to schedule your appointment and embark on a journey to better health and wellness. Mention Code: 10Recover for 10% off. Expires 07/31/24 #MassageTherapy #HealthBenefits #Wellness #SelfCare #Relaxation #Detox #StressRelief	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	GET_OFFER	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952606	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	487085217376060	1	7.1932697407734E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181968370122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_student		1720511557	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450555458_1619227858643427_4764425597272456050_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cshI_TvOe4MQ7kNvgFuTRGM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEr7wyIn1WvFXqiAwhqgbFoE9tvC2rB29wLXP0BXCQrw&oe=66B1EC59	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450524984_2195572727458601_6208687268995093608_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LKlrkRkj2cIQ7kNvgHrO5Ie&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBh0fxmhqd2CezspGlrihA4Zb7sJh2RexonztsiEXad-g&oe=66B1FCC6	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952607	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	487085217376060	1	7.1932697407734E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181968370122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_student		1720511557	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450555458_1619227858643427_4764425597272456050_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cshI_TvOe4MQ7kNvgFuTRGM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEr7wyIn1WvFXqiAwhqgbFoE9tvC2rB29wLXP0BXCQrw&oe=66B1EC59	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450524984_2195572727458601_6208687268995093608_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LKlrkRkj2cIQ7kNvgHrO5Ie&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBh0fxmhqd2CezspGlrihA4Zb7sJh2RexonztsiEXad-g&oe=66B1FCC6	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952608	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1016416409621717	2	8.3639425510896E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209565118140122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Substitute Jobs in Baltimore County		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_claire_mayberry_3		1722335052	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453409993_462174890199276_2905879423004625630_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y6Ba0qY3S_IQ7kNvgGOInnU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCusnrV2qaCE0jxYhezew2cWH2EZ4z2vJEo_8S8CebjGw&oe=66B1F217	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452957638_1022927415878255_4839999019624491234_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BtvSYd2rdLUQ7kNvgHtY1Kf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDV1cM15Vc1m2RNSLY-xVUuyyZo1LmZLY2fFMF1iCe_CA&oe=66B205E0	0	3	Grad student, Claire, gave substitute teaching a try and found it to be one of the best decisions she has made.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952609	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	8697360596945510	1	1.6554536750133E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209563871400122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Discover your dream job.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_jeffrey_stark_2		1722331627	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453631343_7708863129211073_5145692061314947521_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bV7Id-GnXfQQ7kNvgG8q9ny&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAeGHgPb66zDIxNWdN5xVUQ1g9rWA2nKKH9rBs4TQaQWA&oe=66B1F843	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453152703_3298565556954268_7828441700028314699_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iCXkcBM0HaAQ7kNvgEaaU0V&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBzcJRix1aibe9sW_mgIY_3e8__j5NgxhH9ivhCnBYitw&oe=66B1F78C	0	3	With substitute teaching, retired teacher Jeffery always has a choice of what jobs he takes and days he works.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952616	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1505344393398334	1	1.7193020019404E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	100294122030096	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	120210691058270671	fb.me	Get Offer		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		http://fb.me/		1722458693	1.002941220301E+14	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453221762_3859851371007948_5009340848207547913_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TuSmh35Wn2QQ7kNvgFLA3kt&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDT4hXHKa7zbbvkoDEt8y64RQhWx_JyYtAljgxbLelJWw&oe=66B1FF64	person_profile	0	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453621105_1274851847254067_6933256223571442822_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QAe9PaC-MRIQ7kNvgEViWpI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDE0GZN6lgmvKzZq9S-3Yol0_AP_67kwkHXD0DO0pWB_Q&oe=66B1FCE4	0	3	🌟 Discover the Transformative Health Benefits of Deep Tissue Lymphatic Massage! 🌟 Have you ever wondered what a deep tissue lymphatic massage can do for your overall well-being? 🌿✨ Let us enlighten you with the incredible benefits you can experience: ✅ Improved Circulation: Our specialized massage techniques stimulate blood flow, enhancing oxygen and nutrient delivery to your tissues. Feel revitalized and full of energy! ✅ Detoxification: Help your body eliminate toxins more effectively. Our massage supports your lymphatic system, promoting natural detoxification and a cleaner, healthier you. ✅ Reduced Swelling and Inflammation: Struggling with swelling or inflammation? Our deep tissue lymphatic massage targets these issues, providing relief and improving mobility. ✅ Enhanced Relaxation and Stress Relief: In our fast-paced world, stress can take a toll on your health. Our massage therapy not only relaxes your muscles but also calms your mind, offering a peaceful escape from daily stressors. Don’t miss out on the rejuvenating power of deep tissue lymphatic massage. Treat yourself to a session and feel the profound difference it can make in your life! 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️ 📞 Call us at 203-496-5652 or visit our website to schedule your appointment and embark on a journey to better health and wellness. Mention Code: 10Recover for 10% off. Expires 07/31/24 #MassageTherapy #HealthBenefits #Wellness #SelfCare #Relaxation #Detox #StressRelief	Dr. Kelly Wolfe	80	https://facebook.com/dr.kellywolfe	GET_OFFER	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952618	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1522690625311248	2	1.5504991191436E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209562206020122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	A job you can feel good about.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_neils_billund_1		1722327979	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453586837_1033247501708023_2670198602075716885_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=YJXATBpQKtkQ7kNvgH57Z4Z&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBXs8H6PGFF-S-DCKU5tVYvUcO-LjpItSDiu2ow4oUfeA&oe=66B2097B	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453158818_1596781124199754_4802640359508963743_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UH4ox7F32L4Q7kNvgGSFJe7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBVHv7EyhvWLNDuZ15Z4cnXZo6tSq_SO147XEQnYq29Hw&oe=66B1F59C	0	3	Retired nurse, Neils, worked 35 years in healthcare and now finds his passion in substitute teaching.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952619	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1540123733279286	1	5.0844965165651E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181985670122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_retiree		1720511776	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098963_444178965086205_4438121764905558542_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f8oMCMt8ibUQ7kNvgEhlAnu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWH4VEyYVy61ru8zmY4GZpIK3WSlmiN7fPifNjKL8tKQ&oe=66B1E88E	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450191394_1515685322382448_7629082092752436815_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NUT5So3oY-0Q7kNvgHAb5gH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCsS6v8H8RLTEr8uKVJk2_O7-qrKvbSdZjLmoEtlJD2HA&oe=66B1F695	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952622	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1540123733279286	1	5.0844965165651E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181985670122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_retiree		1720511776	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098963_444178965086205_4438121764905558542_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f8oMCMt8ibUQ7kNvgEhlAnu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWH4VEyYVy61ru8zmY4GZpIK3WSlmiN7fPifNjKL8tKQ&oe=66B1E88E	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450191394_1515685322382448_7629082092752436815_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NUT5So3oY-0Q7kNvgHAb5gH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCsS6v8H8RLTEr8uKVJk2_O7-qrKvbSdZjLmoEtlJD2HA&oe=66B1F695	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Lee County School District	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952623	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	877029870933721	2	1.1617938284364E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514792770448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=vermontride&utm_content=NE1		1721742333	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452532331_1441023229908262_5437650699071592433_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cfv_A7B68CwQ7kNvgFXIkSX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD-0L9F5vjNQ4RslajPzO8_2eD02Mp2H5d3eT328T2cqA&oe=66B1F25E	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452414869_7542752695854105_8550372491048946789_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7pkVr5K1uiEQ7kNvgHepA3w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBONODimYTWOqAwA1h9o1nGwBgkkdNYFan9nT6S1KW4XA&oe=66B1F18E	0	3	Ready for an unforgettable ride in Vermont? Cycle through the beautiful countryside and support the Kelly Brush Foundation’s mission to inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active lives. Join us in Middlebury, Vermont for a day filled with biking, BBQ, cold brews, and live music. Ride one of our fully supported road routes or take on our 32-mile gravel route. Let's surpass our $1.5 million goal together! Register now and get ready to pedal for a purpose!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952624	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	877029870933721	2	1.1617938284364E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514792770448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=vermontride&utm_content=NE1		1721742333	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452532331_1441023229908262_5437650699071592433_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cfv_A7B68CwQ7kNvgFXIkSX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD-0L9F5vjNQ4RslajPzO8_2eD02Mp2H5d3eT328T2cqA&oe=66B1F25E	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452414869_7542752695854105_8550372491048946789_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7pkVr5K1uiEQ7kNvgHepA3w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBONODimYTWOqAwA1h9o1nGwBgkkdNYFan9nT6S1KW4XA&oe=66B1F18E	0	3	Ready for an unforgettable ride in Vermont? Cycle through the beautiful countryside and support the Kelly Brush Foundation’s mission to inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active lives. Join us in Middlebury, Vermont for a day filled with biking, BBQ, cold brews, and live music. Ride one of our fully supported road routes or take on our 32-mile gravel route. Let's surpass our $1.5 million goal together! Register now and get ready to pedal for a purpose!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952627	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	832081182365886	1	4.9667940618401E+14	1722063600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	174067985960893	Kelli Grant Group Arizona Homes and Lifestyle	120213601238450288				NONE	video	American Dream TV With Kelli Grant - The Highwayman Show				1722023379	1.7406798596089E+14	Kelli Grant Group Arizona Homes and Lifestyle	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453202324_792885893003429_8804749141583443897_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=sO2N9HNnF-4Q7kNvgG3q5-m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYARP9RcU9zHJpCf06584SRFrZSII0JCdae_rep1z-Ey0A&oe=66B1FC97	person_profile	0	Kelli Grant Scottsdale Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453099743_810686574173040_4516437873868184036_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Sk-YcQGhweEQ7kNvgEL50tm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKL8V0lAv_dQmPaybKOrstbArPpTBYotELyUk5klCbiQ&oe=66B1EBA0	0	3	🎤Get Your Backstage Pass and join me as I take you behind the scenes at the iconic Celebrity Theatre. This legendary venue, steeped in history, has hosted countless renowned artists and remains a dream stage for many. 🌟<br /> <br /> I'm thrilled to share my first segment of "The American Dream" featuring Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix, Arizona and 2 artists singing the legendary music of Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson in the Highwayman Show! 🎶<br /> <br /> I want to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who contributed to making this segment possible and who has supported me on this journey. Thank you to the incredible team behind the show and to all the amazing people who helped me along the way. Your dedication and hard work mean the world to me.<br /> <br /> I can't thank @claytonlindley enough for your guidance and making me feel so comfortable filming my 1st segment! You helped make it fun and such a great experience!!<br /> <br /> Be sure to tune in for more next time on The American Dream!<br /> <br /> Like, Share, and Follow Kelli Grant Group for more!<br /> <br /> @theamericandreamtv @thecelebrityphx @thehighwaymanshow @tony_suraci @makaylaphillipsmusic @ftfsocial<br /> <br /> #AmericanDreamTV #CelebrityTheatre #HighwaymanShow #BehindTheScenes #PhoenixAZ #KelliGrantGroup #ScottsdaleQuarter #ViewingParty #VIPInvite #PromoReel #FullSegment #adtv #realestate #PhoenixHistory #TheHighwaymanShow #HistoricLandmarks #MusicLegends #TVHost #theamericandream	Kelli Grant Group Arizona Homes and Lifestyle	1146	https://facebook.com/KelliGrantRealty		1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952628	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	483253090983175	2	1.4511554289365E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209564749920122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Substitute Jobs in Lee County		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_claire_mayberry_2		1722333407	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453588794_1467336454142664_2234009218955183267_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bCeuA8FWpOcQ7kNvgEXvSQE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDefu1jwUj7mpBGJCpo0ott2DdqDPeWhki7R8gAAiz9wg&oe=66B1E290	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453628910_1049696123207177_7554460572677945940_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zxbxpugZZhgQ7kNvgFDc7hb&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCaqg366DFV2I_tswxhvCTBNsiVyDjaUEaeEZKXCsDtRA&oe=66B20E81	0	3	Grad student, Claire, makes a daily choice to teach kindergarten, middle or high school students. She says it keeps life interesting.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952631	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	852769892986828	2	5.0522031530436E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209563546630122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Why not try substitute teaching?		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_nealie_diggs_5		1722330659	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453153282_1720105768730857_4025066955457989252_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HymoAzWk93UQ7kNvgErZ8L6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBtAGw1jJAlRyYo-6l7ZZaM7qJAnkOeKEdS41hRLkJJXg&oe=66B20D96	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453505608_1139012567213285_821667653646031593_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=K-G35Rns6a0Q7kNvgEGZ4un&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDu5gNP8bWIvVQvpvQO1hIdQVUq4lH9SL0wAjFUU1ufkQ&oe=66B1E992	0	3	Retired business owner Nealie took a leap of faith and tried substitute teaching. She encourages others to do the same.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952634	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	995725949004092	1	9.7481962718153E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120209192274720770	calldrkelly.com	Contact Us		NONE	dco	Your solution starts here	World class relief	https://calldrkelly.com/		1715884709	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441822798_960442372154555_7798669208779212325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RhRBBU4PSeQQ7kNvgGr930c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEMJ0vC7HJaqZjl0ozDIGZdXyo-vwQHCl6xyFoe4lq5Q&oe=66B1E309	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441549296_1480609529211512_8669426547575713690_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wm0XseA0dRoQ7kNvgFj0R31&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZEmG-Y5PjyM3-AwwP8ysF2q0n7XWoIotWBkOI8HJsRQ&oe=66B1F594	0	3	Have you been told you need a knee replacement? We have a knee restoration program to treat pain without surgery.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	CONTACT_US	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952637	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792944	1201	1192820891859149	1	1.2438117403666E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653851807728	fb.me	Get Quote		NONE	dco	Get Your Quote In Mins	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	http://fb.me/		1721952978	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452942927_811050741139533_4005977203597495777_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xSV86nf6LmwQ7kNvgGEEqDM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDfPO1KvZPLLPFtU3EjQKtvcdqUZYVn273CzUIgHsQN5Q&oe=66B2056E	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701870_1146707176631787_1947172679393445743_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gcsf7LQ87VYQ7kNvgGmHR8I&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYACC6r-kGDqrcI8xiyM_aIdX5P8SMsUWxKP4g5NogCo8g&oe=66B1EDF7	0	3	Upgrade Your Windows for Less! Get Affordable, Energy-Efficient Replacement Now. New Windows = Lower Bills & Comfort in Your Home	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952639	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	801317755374589	1	4.6593141286743E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514756070448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Join the Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=virtualride&utm_content=GRVL		1721742224	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452578986_392010513462442_6041138250622749150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-elbGszreIgQ7kNvgEbhu4w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1xvxTaYj7jLgP0w-n6Stu4AGFL6Wv_8fbxKtamX0ovw&oe=66B20AE2	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452375905_1561463228086620_1534702182828454874_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LlDPNQ47MtcQ7kNvgFE-hVr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAicpfADlT7mOoNlg-hHWPOblq1wjX6d9Nmnl9FtwyPHQ&oe=66B1DB6D	0	3	Ride to Empower! Join the Kelly Brush Ride and choose your own remote adventure on any trail or route between September 7 and October 19. With every pedal stroke, you're helping to make active lifestyles possible for people with spinal cord injuries. Register today and get started on your Kelly Brush Ride!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952657	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	449824887880402	1	9.5857670262489E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	257258740989181	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	120209212914810328	kbdfamilylaw.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Finances After Divorce	3 Tips for recovering.	https://www.kbdfamilylaw.com/blog/2024/07/how-to-recover-financially-from-a-divorce/?dcmp=facebook:psocial:5075915:22033:EBP:18:FL2406:en		1721511142	2.5725874098918E+14	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452264206_1160855698522874_1881258361310313566_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kkc4pSPeMC0Q7kNvgFvKewa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAPVIIJrZQ4JM5BXyOuxT6w3-gTbnHyaJqdmVoLB_gEOQ&oe=66B2069E	person_profile	0			0	3	Divorce can feel like a financial setback, but it's also a chance to rebuild a stronger future.	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	348	https://facebook.com/KBDFamilylaw	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952662	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	535614295643698	1	3.7407119028346E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	156575290869154	Dian Kelly Realtor	120210449342390507		No button		NONE	video	Disruptive Digital Marketing				1721936413	1.5657529086915E+14	Dian Kelly Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453064937_504407162047899_2625288278944887740_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dYi0wea2J3UQ7kNvgHWYLCV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBCXqSSdCtCb5vHNvnUgVLcBhX1xNJ7tOgF1_W5tDW_sQ&oe=66B1DABB	person_profile	0	Dian Kelly Realtor	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452886979_895152415757484_7314526780784338250_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JTp9Ba_yES0Q7kNvgFnL9fb&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD7dbr8YT0DJ0gC1O3PIwhwre452G6zywBsBTEPHBEahg&oe=66B1D9C5	0	3	Disruptive digital marketing can be a valuable tool for a real estate agent when selling a home🏠. We use professionally designed wedsite which are user friendly and informative. We also use social media and an email list. These are some of the marketing tools we use to maximize your home🏠 in front of potentail buyers🥳	Dian Kelly Realtor	0	https://facebook.com/61552783017037	NO_BUTTON	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952663	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1577978399416945	1	1.2284364482696E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	170306193018071	Bellwoar Kelly, LLP	120209216041080108	bellwoarkelly.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Compassionately Serving Chester County Families	Providing caring counsel to the grieving.	https://www.bellwoarkelly.com/personal-injury/wrongful-death-lawsuits/		1718204952	1.7030619301807E+14	Bellwoar Kelly, LLP	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448196364_931852205365828_2855401339862490532_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CGv6vUCbqxUQ7kNvgG6VPu9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDf30l4EhKxT72N3qFXFJJFOQt7jyS4is6W4hDGtxvGgg&oe=66B20A15	person_profile	0	Bellwoar Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448108590_1105698803861848_6339219554546413597_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=6GDIwL5ihNoQ7kNvgEuOn4s&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDoojH7Y7Nv7Ou5QBSKLkE6SSC0HWMsF5GwCJM1_I94lg&oe=66B209EE	0	3	Our supportive wrongful death attorneys help heartbroken Pennsylvania families secure vital financial resources.	Bellwoar Kelly, LLP	570	https://facebook.com/BellwoarKellyLLP	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952664	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1009087613801835	2	8.9432348876923E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	707003632648890	Kelly's Wholesale Carpet & Flooring	120212142411820051	kellyswholesalecarpet.com	Contact us		NONE	image	Get Your New Floors Installed	Wholesale Pricing On All Floors	https://www.kellyswholesalecarpet.com/?cam=soc-tp-m256655-c876421-g2955467-		1722139412	7.0700363264889E+14	Kelly's Wholesale Carpet & Flooring	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453168153_1386534142013771_5709081569111438539_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=L5yQy87uCtoQ7kNvgFRXGFk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBgV5x6PzBtp4ETvHkggeRueVc3HM8gN5fbEAHkmngtqQ&oe=66B1E97F	person_profile	0	Kelly's Wholesale Carpet & Flo	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453169355_1684240032391461_3689506587229150429_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DLZCtK1MIScQ7kNvgG_UWBf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCcdsvXQxuajm1BQdqHncUFvxUIyRyEWqn6RZxMFbxtHQ&oe=66B1E3D0	0	3	We have all the flooring you'll ever need! No matter your home improvement flooring needs we will help select, purchase & install it in your home! Give us a call today!	Kelly's Wholesale Carpet & Flooring	838	https://facebook.com/kellyswholesalecarpet	CONTACT_US	1722150000	View Edit Delete
1952670	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1529268857985396	1	3.6170953696735E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	122099770478002633	AI Art By Kelly	120210687919280671	api.whatsapp.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Get a custom canvas with your picture on it!		https://api.whatsapp.com/send	{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Kijan mwen kapab achte yon tablo?"},{"title":"Mwen bezwen enfòmasyon?"},{"title":"Mw vle achte yon tablo, mw USA 🇺🇸 "}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"image_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"template","payload":{"template_type":"generic","elements":[{"title":"","buttons":[]}]}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"J’aimerais en savoir plus","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"video_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"video","payload":{"attachment_id":""}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"J’aimerais en savoir plus","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Bonjour ! Dites-nous comment nous pouvons vous aider.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":true,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ice_breakers_edited":true,"template_id":"389536190132404","template_version":2}	1722447799	1.22099770478E+17	AI Art By Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453414526_1048874406306444_2931530815353916824_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=2PZciYATgcwQ7kNvgGbQm0Y&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD57R0zXsfsja8BTmhaWhydLW1psOtPmVEVF4HgC7fOOw&oe=66B202C4	person_profile	0	Custom Products, Gifts, Birthday Products 🎈	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453630704_861410952513167_5714218701756021051_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dorFQXFbEW4Q7kNvgHNwVur&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-bZQYu43pJAgaW-4ou8xQhLH7t-VGJmmyzKT4EOCY3Q&oe=66B1FD11	0	3		AI Art By Kelly	7	https://facebook.com/61550201212952	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952676	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1425184738179211	1	3.5582876756565E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	149868301535580	Kelly's Rock-Solid Storage	120213810464470174	kellysrocksolidstorage.com	Sign Up		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://kellysrocksolidstorage.com/?utm_source=FB&utm_medium=SocialAd&utm_id=FB_photos		1721844626	1.4986830153558E+14	Kelly's Rock-Solid Storage	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452618304_412470631821797_5332760310706544914_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y4bAhCmzC3YQ7kNvgFNYbL8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBZg7xAaNSYi-1CPkjkKa7wXdfNX_LlOj-inJ4UJJdc9Q&oe=66B20F62	person_profile	0	Kelly's Rock-Solid Storage	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452616866_441092545582872_6251916115352529137_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CjIYI6wUJzQQ7kNvgER_bwp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDUjKEQoRkD_N9OqECGhvmoap7U7wPwbnCf8mnAlQrqKg&oe=66B1DBD2	0	3	Secure storage solutions for your belongings! Our new, gated self-storage facility in Lannon offers various unit sizes to fit your needs. Plus, enjoy a generous discount of 25% off annual leases when you sign up today!	Kelly's Rock-Solid Storage	100	https://facebook.com/kellysrocksolidstoragewi	SIGN_UP	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952677	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	849622760053664	1	1.7016100639768E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	114588168402434	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	120211966434680312	l.adbuilder.pro	Learn more		NONE	video	By Kelly Diaz	Details and contact info >	https://l.adbuilder.pro/7hJMp3/56119		1722431818	1.1458816840243E+14	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453611637_1144996389940393_6411473352411029621_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kKyaga3xGgkQ7kNvgFvV7GX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAUIPrb1_0FwqQzJPCTu3XwHGYDy_Hj3TF-MntsyO6nLw&oe=66B2097F	person_profile	0		https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453332492_1032868664496403_4349404870313650787_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uq-TvDe8WxgQ7kNvgFCYz8U&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDhpYLvurj1--M7rg9SCSONqTZBTwKCvKD90xO9dYlsvw&oe=66B206DA	0	3	This 4 bd 3 ba Single Family Home is available Thu, Aug 15. Schedule your tour today before it’s too late!	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	35	https://facebook.com/spherebuilderphl	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952679	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	1786389151890323	1	1.4893692619403E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	114970411603490	SphereBuilder Community - GWA	120212967367310247	l.adbuilder.pro	Learn more		NONE	video	Just listed at $875,000	For photos and details >>>	https://l.adbuilder.pro/K82a5Z/55359		1722271930	1.1497041160349E+14	SphereBuilder Community - GWA	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453094082_1055382302825952_8184214247193987557_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bG7ttSPDt_oQ7kNvgGY8vM9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCNxeK9pADPdRIvSAk0M-Pr1rkpgMnGAUseruJR_7Rk9w&oe=66B1E8D0	person_profile	0	SphereBuilder Community - GWA	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453410334_846250650762313_202550490534808278_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NFtZtaG8FO0Q7kNvgEviLH7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC-BnRiRmO5VcCnLLES0OnKzYGo4cbKle9zLs60c-I8PA&oe=66B1FD59	0	3	New to Market! Welcome to 60 S Rogers St S. Kelly L Gaitten of Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Penfed Realty just listed this 3 bd, 3 ba, 2328 sf home in Hamilton	SphereBuilder Community - GWA	37	https://facebook.com/spherebuildergwa	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952680	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792944	1201	4227305147496600	1	2.8834863100305E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	113017068348388	SphereBuilder Community	120211769005820564	l.adbuilder.pro	Learn more		NONE	video	253 Weeks Rd, Montross	For photos and details >>>	https://l.adbuilder.pro/K82aBh/55542		1722293236	1.1301706834839E+14	SphereBuilder Community	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453234298_867527358767607_8157241333296138004_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OckLYHNd0i8Q7kNvgEH-0a9&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDTTieQUjNsmvuz-VqCXVuqq2Oua9NI-_9LCc5nyji_GA&oe=66B1E134	person_profile	0		https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453228843_512441324591113_6885461178931289371_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Y9vsU92JoyEQ7kNvgGbNVoC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAQIxeLgYdTZZlO4WypsLOlAeZh914rOtT8r8Oq0DrjRw&oe=66B1F94B	0	3	Kelly H Hood of United Real Estate Premier is listing this 3 bd, 2 ba, 1468 sf home in Montross, VA	SphereBuilder Community	24	https://facebook.com/spherebuildercommunity	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952681	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	1176313850080956	1	9.7225032802556E+14	1721545200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	107581612289660	New world publications	120210414713910689	wwwedb.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	🔞Attention! 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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
1952685	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	1176313850080956	1	9.7225032802556E+14	1721545200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	107581612289660	New world publications	120210414713910689	wwwedb.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	🔞Attention! 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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
1952688	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	1176313850080956	1	9.7225032802556E+14	1721545200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	107581612289660	New world publications	120210414713910689	wwwedb.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	🔞Attention! 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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
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1952698	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	1238195867555102	1	5.0574674212599E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110009458504640	Kelly Wolfe	6577295652590				NONE	multi_images					1722547891	1.1000945850464E+14	Kelly Wolfe	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453315836_867985425216448_2438734700389773435_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uSZxIl-ZWo8Q7kNvgFeExGw&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA_Mz17o0w3ealT9jDf04YFvykRJCC4E7AGb_fVz4eOvg&oe=66B1E70C	person_profile	0			0	3	Girls just wanna have Sun ☀️🥰	Kelly Wolfe	175	https://facebook.com/kelly.flanagan.54		1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952713	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	459518066956912	1	1.0149952834361E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	104021231725603	Discover Weekly	120209441610510519	www.taoclean.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	SAVE UP TO 60% 🔥	Last For A Lifetime	https://www.taoclean.com/pages/reserve-toothbrush-65-1		1722238332	1.040212317256E+14	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453219423_488295687142643_7198134154682656446_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TGIXS0vtW-EQ7kNvgGrRW9x&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDy1pQt2or_Tp4V-qac4Y2thnLi5sU2xM5ylrpT5Wkkuw&oe=66B1EB54	person_profile	0	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453400819_1946216509153610_2812545231915479958_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IIFZBCraousQ7kNvgHJWUyL&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYARV728jeaIgaf9XMAmnBvTYwGbfAQoGjIH1ymknUOkdQ&oe=66B20980	0	3	"Thought I was doing everything right with my old toothbrush, but then I learned about how many germs it might have. With Tao Clean’s UMMA Diamond Sonic Toothbrush, it's a whole new level of clean. It's not just about brushing – it's about knowing that brush is germ-free every time it reaches my mouth. What a relief!" - Kelly B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Discover Weekly	1373	https://facebook.com/discoverweekly001	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952717	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	1669324760558506	1	3.5110844137474E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	104021231725603	Discover Weekly	120209441610930519	www.taoclean.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	SAVE UP TO 60% 🔥	Last For A Lifetime	https://www.taoclean.com/pages/reserve-toothbrush-65-1		1722238306	1.040212317256E+14	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453212506_467908792690821_5405842798098322196_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H9GS6RUiXFAQ7kNvgGl4sr7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCVU-88M9lUG35oA3w2c36rPIa47vk1RHGMKuGeUunfwg&oe=66B1E77D	person_profile	0	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453211495_462234076622234_1559113485507092596_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4LXa--UkmwQQ7kNvgE5cMlr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAOzwKixVM1fnckY3R9jnldK_KkU2dHZimNLNHIN2niZg&oe=66B20D40	0	3	"Thought I was doing everything right with my old toothbrush, but then I learned about how many germs it might have. With Tao Clean’s UMMA Diamond Sonic Toothbrush, it's a whole new level of clean. It's not just about brushing – it's about knowing that brush is germ-free every time it reaches my mouth. What a relief!" - Kelly B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Discover Weekly	1373	https://facebook.com/discoverweekly001	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952720	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792944	1201	2126187527801049	1	5.1602923751897E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	57906192842	Virginia Tech Alumni	6649510551418	alumni.vt.edu	Learn More		NONE	dco	Happy Hour Thursday Aug. 22		https://www.alumni.vt.edu/events/2024/08/welcome-to-the-city.html?utm_source=FBIGAds_DC_RD2&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ARFY25WTC		1722543423	57906192842	Virginia Tech Alumni	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487529_912093107348167_7507972333557980423_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hqApN3QknMEQ7kNvgHEqwvs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCHzdeKv2mydlbnx41qNEMtNohFGmut5eGo5-Xqm7F9Hg&oe=66B1E3F5	person_profile	0	Virginia Tech Alumni	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453749553_504638502140211_3938641058927560376_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=w6_jZ2y1iTcQ7kNvgET42Rr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDQveyU1WNu96GufCV-fM6D1tKMCuwInaSh-LRb_5hCxA&oe=66B1F01E	0	3	Don’t miss this happy hour with Hokies! Join us at Spider Kelly’s to help us welcome alumni who are new to the D.C. area.	Virginia Tech Alumni	29102	https://facebook.com/virginiatechalumni	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952765	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792944	1201	846717214230655	57	4.8485879070296E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	126997507157767	SHORT TV	120208845661000284	xsrrq.i299sdgktl.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Unlock the secrets of The Unwanted Billionaire Heirs 🥰	💥 Billionaire Heirs: Unwanted Inheritance? Discover the Ultimate Solution for Your Legacy!	https://xsrrq.i299sdgktl.com/fb02.html?shorttv_adid=30468&language=en&timestamp=1721387850242&utm_source=facebook&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1721473850	1.2699750715777E+14	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452142833_1072349507792426_5260787511085803155_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yvQV7ri33BIQ7kNvgGd78S6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBvhjr4uFr4AXJaZHpx40dN9Xzr5623QlkGnb5zT4OZGg&oe=66B1E2CF	person_profile	0	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452000404_472127969101458_6266048838790986232_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PU1rH8zjMRwQ7kNvgFqe6KT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDHAIuChFiwYd29PhOi0-LWbHQ5Nb4U586mpbA179u4JQ&oe=66B20C92	0	3	The Unwanted billionaire Heires🥰	SHORT TV	430881	https://facebook.com/61551042265812	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952778	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792944	1201	936916831570737	1	1.7278714646251E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	103149778372381	OG Happy	120214827645140679	oghappy.com	Shop now		NONE	image	📔📕Sorry I'm Booked Gnome	🛒Buy 2 save 15 % off 🛒Buy 3 save 30 % off	https://www.oghappy.com/collections/new-arrivals?sort_by=pre-order-eta-sep-sorry-im-booked-gnome		1722502269	1.0314977837238E+14	OG Happy	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453319885_3398162377152557_3092552261620504259_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=M18loZqdNdwQ7kNvgH7hosN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDI_UdEc1WxfyyB_GgF1iMGpo_oLB9hgulYWmtVEl1Hmw&oe=66B20FA1	person_profile	0	oghappy	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453620437_1873601246479980_5474442642960952654_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l7uGauSweYYQ7kNvgGuBO5m&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCPRXrEIUkReeo6mOp0BFD4T4rPkfXfD301Fr-HG0a8BQ&oe=66B20927	0	3	📔📕The adorable Sorry I'm Booked Gnome is a heartwarming present that will fill your home with joy and positivity.😘💖✨	OG Happy	4728	https://facebook.com/oghappygnome	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952786	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792944	1201	1018219776348554	1	5.0299593221233E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108133278947193	LiB002	120210293029190691	a.libynovel.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.libynovel.com/ad/bGlieS8yNTg0NDcvMjAyNDA3MzExNjQyNDUvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415778	1.0813327894719E+14	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453719276_1040625057575155_3366738991442077021_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dZaDRGiZ1sUQ7kNvgEYNXT4&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCmNPCG2YKr_qfouZ3xVlGSPjYASbXw75JwLnMSFzgMrw&oe=66B1EC09	person_profile	0	LiB002	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453304258_849440746712612_7607999894888187359_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xqz3Ynu5cRAQ7kNvgFvArxy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAOcaMwhSpYnWueyscP8-Za1dud9nurDh1d3neeiZt0ZA&oe=66B1F669	0	3	“I told you baby I’m divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight I’ll meet you there.”<br /> <br /> I’m standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. <br /> _________<br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we have intercourse.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars pecking me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets have intercourse in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. This round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little private part drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he peckes me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he peckes me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower intercourse we had earlier was amazing heck every time we have intercourse its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have pecked but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we have intercourse.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.<br /> I spot the place where i picked to hide until he ran by me so i hide there and move a box in front of me and quite my breathing down, i hear feet coming my way running i know who it is so i hold still and hold my breath until he runs by. I wait there for 5 minutes to make sure he doesn't come back this way, i slowly moved the box and quietly left my hiding spot and ran in the opposite direction until i spoted my friends car waiting for me, i was about to step out when i noticed richards car coming towards my direction either he is in there or the driver is going to him, i check my surroundings and keep my ears pilled listening for footsteps. I watch for the car to get out of distance then i ran as fast as i could to her car got in and she stepped on the gas.<br /> Wow that was crazy and why isn't your wig on? The bank teller knew who i was and she told me that richard has been keeping a close eye on my checking account and that when i came to get out the money they was to notify him when i was there but the bank teller also told me that Laura has been going around exposing our marriage saying the only reason why richard hasn't proposed to her yet is because i ran away before he could get me to sign the divorce papers so im a run away wife thats why riachard has been looking for me, you did sign the papers didn't you? Yes how do you think i was able to get this money? So either he is telling her that to why he is looking for you or she is making it up because she has been bragging and needs to cover her tracks, thats exactly my thoughts but it doesn't matter im free leaving this city and i have my little one, thats right girl a new life is waiting for you.	LiB002	74	https://facebook.com/100092178008070	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." I murmured.<br /> After I had settled down comfortably on the bike, I remembered that Kelly wanted to show me pictures of her dad but it was already too late. If I knew her dad was my ex-husband, I should have seen those photos. Instead of leaving feeling like it's too late.	Cra0005	42	https://facebook.com/61552221517359	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952840	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	433958112978120	1	1.0271463955202E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	6719883029	Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL)	6602198298287	aclfestival.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://www.aclfestival.com/?utm_source=c3&utm_medium=facebook-instagram&utm_campaign=20240801-schedule-boost		1722524885	6719883029	Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL)	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453622483_572842238582527_6500889210999853294_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iJf7-yS52uMQ7kNvgGuRql4&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD18vKNRoTUELV3c2fzExMbl1YBm-qfPmrMxhFx0FjyUw&oe=66B1FA8D	person_profile	0	ACL Festival	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453846684_530806296036185_5279514165080734359_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=EowsNVES1oMQ7kNvgHbZD2b&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAfJraaib6L33TAIyJoAanPu8FP1l2oOBQqQSwkENNsUg&oe=66B20E85	0	3		Austin City Limits Music Festival (ACL)	550410	https://facebook.com/aclfestival	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952844	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	909407880949731	4	9.9419123549656E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	86685376159	Autotrader	6629336845067	autotrader.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Get The Car of Your Dreams	{{product.description}}	https://www.autotrader.com/seeitfindit?LNX=SOMEDMETAGENPOST&utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social_paid_brand		1719352114	86685376159	Autotrader	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449075767_1006096634578689_7876567686076177749_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kNGQxzFogWwQ7kNvgE2bY1c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBL-OpRiM0mbJqCbWQp4yC96rP07Yx9ZSiXmezbN_65iQ&oe=66B20DE8	person_profile	0			0	3	Kelley Blue Book My Wallet on Autotrader: The peaceful path to your next car.	Autotrader	1357737	https://facebook.com/autotrader	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952845	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	909407880949731	4	9.9419123549656E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	86685376159	Autotrader	6629336845067	autotrader.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Get The Car of Your Dreams	{{product.description}}	https://www.autotrader.com/seeitfindit?LNX=SOMEDMETAGENPOST&utm_source=meta&utm_medium=social_paid_brand		1719352114	86685376159	Autotrader	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449075767_1006096634578689_7876567686076177749_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kNGQxzFogWwQ7kNvgE2bY1c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBL-OpRiM0mbJqCbWQp4yC96rP07Yx9ZSiXmezbN_65iQ&oe=66B20DE8	person_profile	0			0	3	Kelley Blue Book My Wallet on Autotrader: The peaceful path to your next car.	Autotrader	1357737	https://facebook.com/autotrader	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952851	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	366911259546214	14	1.1663486179537E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	127946854705972	Drive Toyota NW	120210117396750497	toyota.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	Available AWD.	Electronic On-Demand.	https://www.toyota.com/inlandnorthwest/deals-incentives/?vehicles=rav4hybrid&siteid=tda_psm_inw_facebook		1722017852	1.2794685470597E+14	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453176824_1141576946928252_5391011915402279815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1caMgARyPbQQ7kNvgHRO27l&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDE6eXRQexxlix5bKASobfQ-oKbT-AEdAj87aREjZ8JYQ&oe=66B1DA50	person_profile	0	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452951197_1200148664652697_5503222593959519586_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H6hfyri6l8IQ7kNvgGlbyGU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAuh-eQNUbB8bVs4CIA3asmt0hHgJOQGsX9sved5Pm55g&oe=66B206EC	0	3	Electronic On-Demand.	Drive Toyota NW	3795	https://facebook.com/DriveToyotaNW	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952854	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	807281608253530	3	1.0082761541203E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109615881282364	Forlest	120210448651860074	forlest.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Fuller-Bust Friendly	Get 2 At 38% Off + Extra 15% Off	https://forlest.com/collections/best-seller		1722517533	1.0961588128236E+14	Forlest	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597092_452665080933682_5356125539399344531_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zzymx5bcSokQ7kNvgEhVWqu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB6dOovZRIfuV-Hq3BE2u1d7wkSJq4lWkkUACs2cOQJcg&oe=66B20223	person_profile	0	FORLEST®️	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615694_1740846016448073_4031472936894173335_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s-hffyYopj4Q7kNvgH0kPww&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAbwy1OnLqsB7LMwaPK22p_bK9BD76qsMCF-xPbVQMJxg&oe=66B1EDBB	0	3	Tracy was extremely impressed with the support and comfort provided by the Dahlia and Kelly 2.0, as well as the Harper 2.0 bra, for her ample bust! If you're struggling to find the perfect bra, be sure to give them a try! #forlest #forlestbra #wirelessbra #comfortablebra #reel	Forlest	9273	https://facebook.com/forlestofficial	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952866	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1363099267906620	1	1.2192886427612E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375570445	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221232	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/429568150_1325788598105639_9194584959439082834_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ofhNjxHDdO0Q7kNvgFA6rsx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC_YSVrcwZwXVHicmezj-_MY-6StktzEPUsc6oTudoF3g&oe=66B2096C	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428691727_2145732285763737_689643861223752916_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DOae5UWfxbUQ7kNvgGTjeef&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBLlRDMWN0NKlm49eEbkeWqpbndV1OEg8615Qw89uUMrA&oe=66B1FCC7	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952870	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1383999862285711	1	8.0457222514587E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375588845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221237	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/422855726_369631599232864_8618671387782669151_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F13BX67k6YYQ7kNvgFL4X_A&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD_Zjeq-GN21JJhTLNA03o9LcBOE3F8HcTImbReL3p7GQ&oe=66B1E3CD	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/430874470_1062886718129404_5482369988217190250_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xejjwuLA6PgQ7kNvgH4wv3S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB1iJVnlOnQRGo5e8rJYui8q_hxbECrV9QcbqRxJxBmAA&oe=66B1F2A3	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952871	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	2401258096727349	1	5.4021057835486E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375587845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221236	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428710401_1447927912597995_2021759579977511895_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JgqS21sDIi8Q7kNvgFDOCXC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZX_tupkl8qsnd0ZJRWOMaAdkk4ulcFX2XNtyQvZ-gdw&oe=66B20808	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428688557_919563946563365_9005857729874417656_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X69f6usMO00Q7kNvgFbfh05&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB9jut2BzkENv-wH3Vj8joKQEYGb_MiA-7pPuLUl86sXA&oe=66B1EF8B	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952877	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952881	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952885	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952887	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952888	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952894	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952898	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952900	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	505547415183269	1	3.6945556141424E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091050392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521560	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453729983_1404897903525910_3025930724287738860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8FclyOS_HKwQ7kNvgHZNZo8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiTdewZmr6HB6Dd09PXUNrJPyG2ai-et_1kmslXA0XKg&oe=66B1F841	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453720204_1005013611125441_8045112687903793415_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S5XvUUu5cIUQ7kNvgFohh7N&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC5KGKaN5DC3AWCqwfVqQ_o3zAmleIWxK6R3cs2WCq9ZQ&oe=66B1FB1B	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952903	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	505547415183269	1	3.6945556141424E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091050392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521560	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453729983_1404897903525910_3025930724287738860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8FclyOS_HKwQ7kNvgHZNZo8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiTdewZmr6HB6Dd09PXUNrJPyG2ai-et_1kmslXA0XKg&oe=66B1F841	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453720204_1005013611125441_8045112687903793415_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S5XvUUu5cIUQ7kNvgFohh7N&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC5KGKaN5DC3AWCqwfVqQ_o3zAmleIWxK6R3cs2WCq9ZQ&oe=66B1FB1B	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952906	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792944	1201	505547415183269	1	3.6945556141424E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091050392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521560	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453729983_1404897903525910_3025930724287738860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8FclyOS_HKwQ7kNvgHZNZo8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiTdewZmr6HB6Dd09PXUNrJPyG2ai-et_1kmslXA0XKg&oe=66B1F841	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453720204_1005013611125441_8045112687903793415_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S5XvUUu5cIUQ7kNvgFohh7N&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC5KGKaN5DC3AWCqwfVqQ_o3zAmleIWxK6R3cs2WCq9ZQ&oe=66B1FB1B	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952949	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	830408189155863	1	1.184055586129E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	22437985072	Alibaba.com	120209425694640765	alibaba-a365-ba.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://alibaba-a365-ba.com/		1722516456	2.5957692823691E+14	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453594109_2272112623131724_5387385586028587444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SFggAScl6s8Q7kNvgHbOdWX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBRImsuYLA9zQ6eVzKM9UZX3GCnGYLArFxjzgSi6Wt7_Q&oe=66B20DFD	person_profile	0	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453538884_865104202136467_1550743409980473064_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QzQVGRlXF80Q7kNvgGs4cOq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAAMmgt3Bz5mcZfUYdnwItfRjEE-LX48eFLSQkzYqYtKA&oe=66B1EE77	0	3		Entreprenista	6507	https://facebook.com/entreprenistas	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952950	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	830408189155863	1	1.184055586129E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	22437985072	Alibaba.com	120209425694640765	alibaba-a365-ba.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://alibaba-a365-ba.com/		1722516456	2.5957692823691E+14	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453594109_2272112623131724_5387385586028587444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SFggAScl6s8Q7kNvgHbOdWX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBRImsuYLA9zQ6eVzKM9UZX3GCnGYLArFxjzgSi6Wt7_Q&oe=66B20DFD	person_profile	0	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453538884_865104202136467_1550743409980473064_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QzQVGRlXF80Q7kNvgGs4cOq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAAMmgt3Bz5mcZfUYdnwItfRjEE-LX48eFLSQkzYqYtKA&oe=66B1EE77	0	3		Entreprenista	6507	https://facebook.com/entreprenistas	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952952	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	830408189155863	1	1.184055586129E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	22437985072	Alibaba.com	120209425694640765	alibaba-a365-ba.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://alibaba-a365-ba.com/		1722516456	2.5957692823691E+14	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453594109_2272112623131724_5387385586028587444_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SFggAScl6s8Q7kNvgHbOdWX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBRImsuYLA9zQ6eVzKM9UZX3GCnGYLArFxjzgSi6Wt7_Q&oe=66B20DFD	person_profile	0	Entreprenista	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453538884_865104202136467_1550743409980473064_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=QzQVGRlXF80Q7kNvgGs4cOq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAAMmgt3Bz5mcZfUYdnwItfRjEE-LX48eFLSQkzYqYtKA&oe=66B1EE77	0	3		Entreprenista	6507	https://facebook.com/entreprenistas	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952954	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	1226370441687041	2	4.8711453724039E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324805717622180	Jensen Tire & Auto	120211797517260344	jensentireandauto.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Great AC Service Deals!		http://www.jensentireandauto.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_id=2060digital		1722266232	3.2480571762218E+14	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453536050_1132178661203250_6851102046596612513_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=r9sSecdf51gQ7kNvgGUwydH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdguJ394ogAYBrf62juZ8TdDAGigidptu15Nw9lrSOBw&oe=66B1EBA3	person_profile	0	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453223134_7737037409740686_5561714118170867182_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5uGscAQzHsMQ7kNvgGNTJBQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMK3VZggVoV8TMmpotaIGZqhU4tlSeP1gU-BnRiGAX2g&oe=66B1F890	0	3		Jensen Tire & Auto	2578	https://facebook.com/jensentireandauto	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952955	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	1226370441687041	2	4.8711453724039E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324805717622180	Jensen Tire & Auto	120211797517260344	jensentireandauto.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Great AC Service Deals!		http://www.jensentireandauto.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_id=2060digital		1722266232	3.2480571762218E+14	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453536050_1132178661203250_6851102046596612513_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=r9sSecdf51gQ7kNvgGUwydH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdguJ394ogAYBrf62juZ8TdDAGigidptu15Nw9lrSOBw&oe=66B1EBA3	person_profile	0	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453223134_7737037409740686_5561714118170867182_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5uGscAQzHsMQ7kNvgGNTJBQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMK3VZggVoV8TMmpotaIGZqhU4tlSeP1gU-BnRiGAX2g&oe=66B1F890	0	3		Jensen Tire & Auto	2578	https://facebook.com/jensentireandauto	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952960	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	1226370441687041	2	4.8711453724039E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324805717622180	Jensen Tire & Auto	120211797517260344	jensentireandauto.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Great AC Service Deals!		http://www.jensentireandauto.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paid&utm_id=2060digital		1722266232	3.2480571762218E+14	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453536050_1132178661203250_6851102046596612513_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=r9sSecdf51gQ7kNvgGUwydH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAdguJ394ogAYBrf62juZ8TdDAGigidptu15Nw9lrSOBw&oe=66B1EBA3	person_profile	0	Jensen Tire & Auto	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453223134_7737037409740686_5561714118170867182_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5uGscAQzHsMQ7kNvgGNTJBQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMK3VZggVoV8TMmpotaIGZqhU4tlSeP1gU-BnRiGAX2g&oe=66B1F890	0	3		Jensen Tire & Auto	2578	https://facebook.com/jensentireandauto	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952976	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952977	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952978	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952979	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952981	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952982	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792944	1201	996902541930844	2	8.0049253887722E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110896812942610	Orb.co	120211924018640758	orb.co	Learn More		NONE	carousel			https://orb.co/pages/get-a-complimentary-7-night-resort-stay		1722513442	1.1089681294261E+14	Orb.co	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615643_1470851920258835_1854112225544629604_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BXUKDnRjTjEQ7kNvgFf_m5K&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCvm-nIsRFndnFNm4gsz_2_RAFlEdsBueBqKdHftXYlhQ&oe=66B20788	person_profile	0	Orb.co \| Art + Travel = ❤️	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597025_1185482499401697_3173135259951013712_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5NE1QA_r6c0Q7kNvgEZWsFz&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAO_lGxWp39dW9ud0r3XhSUcsmJ0fPmWkEQ0Hy6aQ_0Vg&oe=66B1E22B	0	3		Orb.co	3450	https://facebook.com/orbdotco	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952988	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792944	1201	377500281746261	4	1.1627725949591E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	108745965310143	Kelly Pires	120211573405070767	www.overmethods.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Either you do it, or someone else will do it for you		https://www.overmethods.com/		1722511859	1.0874596531014E+14	Kelly Pires	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453619969_724021726495878_8231400064636684232_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hyWINGVDap8Q7kNvgHwsEaq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBv69VDYKWdEgtW3b1Bbk19GItUGjnN8offfDOUpfQcow&oe=66B20B2A	person_profile	0	Kelly Pires	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453619282_2725177350990111_1591306717917443003_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FExwT1_L_P4Q7kNvgHtfjpB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBsin3kRWAR-v5EDGYHPljTv9QxhkBT0xRVSt7OYfjM6Q&oe=66B20405	0	3	Understand this, and she won't even worry about the size	Kelly Pires	71	https://facebook.com/100085416883920	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952985	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792945	1201	813134173922382	2	7.9782858551508E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	379727631889701	36fo	120210691667800611	myh115.com	Learn more		NONE	image	🌟🇺🇸Get your free trial jar in the USA, with a no-questions-asked 30-day return policy! 🇺🇸✨ #FreeTrial #30DayGuarantee	Eine Lösung finden können. CDs/DVDs/Vinyls können Kratzer aufweisen, Funktion sollte aber nicht beeinträchtigt sein. Funktionsweise sollte nicht beeinträchtigt sein. Den Zustand der Ware versuchen wir so gut wie möglich zu beschreiben.	https://myh115.com/zyj0302/?name=KELLYCLARKSON		1722511901	3.797276318897E+14	36fo	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491815_1243452503733700_8614512130865252338_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LPQiz7k3PokQ7kNvgEyiEhF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKcS83KxL-hKPeXTzTmbVlLCiYHdbywSGAUh-otC2oOw&oe=66B208E2	person_profile	0			0	3	🔥 Discover The Secret To Effortless Weight Loss With Kelly Clarkson Gummies! 🔥	36fo	3	https://facebook.com/61562309624291	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1953000	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792945	1201	1707405506728294	1	3.8886882147502E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	107305227700324	MobiSpirit Feed	120210986517340103	tworeddots.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Teen’s Odd Behavior Around Stepdad Prompted Mother to Uncover a Hidden Truth	Sarah Cantwell could no longer ignore the uneasy feeling that had been growing inside her. The tension between her husband and their teenage daughter was palpable, and she felt a strong urge to uncover what was really going on. Their voices drifted from the kitchen, prompting her to investigate furt...	https://tworeddots.com/acts-strange-around-stepdad-eb/		1722510627	1.0730522770032E+14	MobiSpirit Feed	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453622193_859655362276915_7677253257937619754_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5uuF__DYa-IQ7kNvgHKP7Mg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCdqBXe8R9_kI77o2mfgzIVOV3STuGF-hih88ZS6TCpuA&oe=66B1F1F1	person_profile	0	MobiSpirit Feed	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453604706_1669163227209422_5015655288393701887_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JC6fWbJLL5oQ7kNvgEc-fI0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD-fgq2Fpuu3gPnYQwKPvWtV-gThaGUnl1lG6LVtANnng&oe=66B1ED91	0	3	Teen’s Odd Behavior Around Stepdad Prompted Mother to Uncover a Hidden Truth	MobiSpirit Feed	1443	https://facebook.com/100063865400843	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1953012	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792945	1201	471887778980792	2	7.8636068937365E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	243059678886593	FunFlix HQ	120210488697220647	toppoptoday.com	Learn more		NONE	image	40+ People Who Walked Out on First Dates Share Their	First dates are always awkward. Regardless of whether it's a blind date or someone you met on an app, there are bound to be more than a few uncomfortable moments. But sometimes these dates are so bad that people actually leave before they're over.From being rude to wait staff to drinking a bit too m...	https://toppoptoday.com/walked-out-on-1st-dates-5i/?utm_source=facebook-5i&utm_campaign=5i-us-m-tpd-swreven-g16-01au-o3-e5&pixel_value=0.05		1722508638	2.4305967888659E+14	FunFlix HQ	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453531330_412118251283932_6920995167334748773_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=BpTsIAfDuvUQ7kNvgHO_NTS&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-Z1ASPpxkB8dfrKcohWAKGs_-ORV7iu2HlTKXkEbmMQ&oe=66B1DE01	person_profile	0	FunFlix HQ	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451127024_2656014557900568_5369854231287011776_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_8Pa22EXo8IQ7kNvgGvpdKy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC46IYI5rQ12WZnhQlz9e615ykZQbH7kjq1RsKRURWh2g&oe=66B201A8	0	3	This is seriously shocking	FunFlix HQ	0	https://facebook.com/61556286188837	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1953010	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792945	1201	870030365180410	1	2.4344399900803E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	221820614346538	Lovestories	120211337171750670	h5.readinkapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Click to read more		https://h5.readinkapp.com/ad/fb/template_custom.html?pixelId=714691314167846&templateId=66ab65bf4704172e96fd9e6a&accountId=852597279884373&ar=0&arp=100&art=1&ad_id={{ad.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}		1722509250	2.2182061434654E+14	Lovestories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453312807_792650856401701_1020715890891938934_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=92dx8OSiZpgQ7kNvgFKIh6o&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDUnfVGIsMrTkwH5hf4fdvpWWw4lvljIC9PVmbrsj935A&oe=66B1DFE6	person_profile	0	Lovestories	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453599481_513091001249427_8733544446867432470_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lesKWr7idLQQ7kNvgGZsKm3&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA2AvMnxQCwB-BeWvrPvS8meHVjehugWInMokEwrYGH1w&oe=66B2008F	0	3	POV: When you want to divorce an abusive husband, you sign the papers at the courthouse and return home alone. But what you didn't expect was that your abusive husband would be waiting for you at home...<br /> <br /> When you walked into the living room from the kitchen, everything changed. Out of nowhere, came a fist flying toward your face, punching you square in the mouth. You screamed out in pain as you closed your eyes. Felt a hand firmly wrap around your neck, while your back was slammed up against the wall...<br /> <br /> "What the Hell do you think you are doing?!" Shane yelled at you. You gasped for air, trying to respond to him.<br /> <br /> "What are you talking about?" you managed to ask.<br /> <br /> That infuriated him, and he wrapped a second hand around your throat, squeezing tighter. You instinctively placed your hands on his wrists, trying to get him to let go.<br /> <br /> "I am talking about you being at the courthouse today, Kelly Anne! You were filing for divorce! What makes you think you are going to get rid of me??!" He harped at you sharply...<br /> <br /> He broke your arm! <br /> <br /> You screamed out with all your might. You were in so much pain you were sure the neighbors could hear you if they were paying attention...<br /> <br /> All of a sudden, Nadine rushed into the living room, screeching, "The cops are coming!"	Lovestories	182	https://facebook.com/61556178741492	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1953011	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557542	1754792945	1201	3756099997997822	3	4.5300570088688E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	161436377777933	Ambrosia Produce Storage Bag	120209127745920068	ambrosiaproducebag.com	Shop now		NONE	image	Better for the Planet & Your Wallet	With our heirloom quality linen refrigerator bags Naturally extends the maximum shelf-life of vegetables, mushrooms, berries, and leafy greens. Handmade from the heart in Southern California.	https://ambrosiaproducebag.com/collections/all-products		1721919603	1.6143637777793E+14	Ambrosia Produce Storage Bag	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452795036_379797851445385_4036626070012884492_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DpaAP-now-IQ7kNvgFGqIwC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAEx3836PAsMscsT3M3Pvqt50MFnBNtsynCS9O1L9Qe1A&oe=66B20D06	person_profile	0	AMBROSIA PRODUCE BAG	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452914464_844001607668361_2917774807186899573_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=64boI00hV2kQ7kNvgFX2exm&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCW-12Y4Mk7cMjU3RVlVSf5Q8uX2q8bX0KF6hnj63NUUw&oe=66B1DFFB	0	3	Looking for a way to cut down your grocery bill? <br /> <br /> Our linen produce saver bags are scientifically proven to keep produce fresh for two weeks longer. That means throwing out less produce weekly and more money saved.	Ambrosia Produce Storage Bag	623	https://facebook.com/ambrosiabag	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952428	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792945	1201	1178427496676061	1	7.7719958433735E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109313615424796	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	120209489158550546	fb.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Bala Cynwyd, PA Apartments	Visit our website!	https://fb.com/canvas_doc/1938293973235168		1714495751	1.093136154248E+14	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438170398_312796928517208_4004340079774207391_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JRXX60HLUUAQ7kNvgGqqAwj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBegW-iYwfv4M8ncl6_NT_KuYPNMI6rlwieB10GGpbymQ&oe=66B20402	person_profile	0	The Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/438164009_945144120394222_5865069187040150991_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jkrCJ5nzSIcQ7kNvgEAw83R&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDrCGDGWSmHa2k_072X_GtA5n4INeZVtFDx9j8lo9lnmw&oe=66B1F2E3	0	3	Our pet-friendly Bala Cynwyd, PA apartments offer a selection of 1, 2 & 3-bedroom apartments & unmatched amenity spaces designed just for you. 🔑	The Kelly Bala Cynwyd	477	https://facebook.com/100090147026460	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952849	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792945	1201	366911259546214	14	1.1663486179537E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	127946854705972	Drive Toyota NW	120210117396750497	toyota.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	Available AWD.	Electronic On-Demand.	https://www.toyota.com/inlandnorthwest/deals-incentives/?vehicles=rav4hybrid&siteid=tda_psm_inw_facebook		1722017852	1.2794685470597E+14	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453176824_1141576946928252_5391011915402279815_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1caMgARyPbQQ7kNvgHRO27l&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDE6eXRQexxlix5bKASobfQ-oKbT-AEdAj87aREjZ8JYQ&oe=66B1DA50	person_profile	0	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452951197_1200148664652697_5503222593959519586_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=H6hfyri6l8IQ7kNvgGlbyGU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAuh-eQNUbB8bVs4CIA3asmt0hHgJOQGsX9sved5Pm55g&oe=66B206EC	0	3	Electronic On-Demand.	Drive Toyota NW	3795	https://facebook.com/DriveToyotaNW	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952722	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792945	1201	296848473515366	1	8.6198738526278E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	159053407284011	Cra0005	120213928788960404	a.crazynovelapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.crazynovelapp.com/ad/cG9wU3Rvcmllcy8yNTkwNzUvMjAyNDA4MDExMTAzNDIvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722481627	1.5905340728401E+14	Cra0005	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453850267_8164785520210176_6214582832751698967_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OleHVRq2qAUQ7kNvgHe46AA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDQll-jj0PjklbKGxTekxRsyTO3wkuGgoXNv9oUisyyWA&oe=66B1EB29	person_profile	0	Cra0005	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453750017_987985782807114_5627679495640920024_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=gE68pqo-algQ7kNvgEM09NR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA_AbboVcTGn7-COF2Q8qV2Puah8g_ZuZEnnvQCRekt9Q&oe=66B20E26	0	3	The little girl I met by chance turned out to be my ex-husband's daughter, and there was another layer of identity behind the girl.<br /> I noticed a little girl alone, so I stepped forward to care about her.<br /> "What about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." 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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. 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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. 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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	ICo011	54	https://facebook.com/100093040820216	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952810	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792945	1201	1464718774926292	1	2.6924219042699E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	178365122026820	Ory003	120211513569560488	b.mystoryapps.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.mystoryapps.com/ad/bXlzdG9yeS8yNTk1NjEvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1MzYvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505366	1.7836512202682E+14	Ory003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453508379_382706314487445_2499736632089262352_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nD2N5or_b64Q7kNvgH0cwaQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCWDrYsv-P0zCk6npgJ-TwyMdn28hSYJgTOH20mxuK3Gg&oe=66B1E8EC	person_profile	0	Ory003	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498155_3736597546615705_4944600623477914335_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FJjdcyIdoCAQ7kNvgH2KFdV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA_1NjAhrgQKHwNM2kO-3pwKLP0w8sVv7zDYcU9fluypA&oe=66B1EC5F	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952191	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557523	1754792945	1201	1590570341499471			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210998566700606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	6501	NONE	dpa	Kehinde - Sunglasses	$23.99	https://kellyobi.com/products/kehinde-sunglasses?variant=44259232383274		1722498808	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453501499_1657035725095365_4933649342780056732_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0YpeWHUfLRQQ7kNvgGxdcce&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBr85azX71EzPGVM82jfhlzYuf5acTVLR4oXRzqIT3R4w&oe=66B1F6DE	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453653401_499706202736240_8751270628917572765_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zB_IFY5PpgUQ7kNvgE1kzPP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCqMP7w0PRF2kQYt2mU_UC69m_Hv3GTuRAtz2_J0LRgFw&oe=66B1E494	0	3	Elevate your style with Kelly Obi New York's exclusive collection. Shop Up to 30% Off at KellyObi.com	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952311	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792945	1201	1650970179029909	4	3.5669151636117E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856063750606	www.kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721844214	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452635829_1099504318507609_4537971340789671392_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=LHP6_fyD5_UQ7kNvgEoahcc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAk9U1h8Tm6YTuGOW7uleJ1uplQC00eXzOdaUiJn0kRcg&oe=66B2083E	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452429341_1610233696377136_8109919147265355644_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7-G7fcR_RxEQ7kNvgETp9cH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCO2toX8JJ2WldofVlkx7HGEc3dmkqPrWCKnLAPuEa7IQ&oe=66B20512	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Get 20% Off SITEWIDE #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952477	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792945	1201	874647514554226	4	1.1816598796421E+15	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856128020606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/products/seethrough-tulle-dress		1721844446	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452438579_463086979869512_684834455203981692_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0Ds-SFRLDusQ7kNvgHpa0p2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBxpHe2UM6hnMOXuLeRRXCyb1qhwybovrbSCv8WVZvO6w&oe=66B20BEE	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452915726_861342675867252_8209219618162572229_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=coZmi_IVIggQ7kNvgGNfKqc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDGu2UQQXHwm03pqoIJEKzmYRExSEcUEFh74Aa2o2QHUA&oe=66B1F12D	0	3	Baaaby! @angelleslife truly bodied this look 🙌🏾🙌🏾 Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 20% Off Your First Order Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952504	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792945	1201	456930530550286	1	7.2540010301265E+14	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210952368670606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722328433	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449291252_1565240700867634_5825976386189233054_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lNT8VU2S0F0Q7kNvgHWGu99&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBrGxBsjt3zEH1Y_JsSz0KyLiLO2UQKQucFrsPEr9ydgw&oe=66B1FD90	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453386262_7850285998423762_4543873922756043531_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=l40VAYCHidAQ7kNvgFUWj7A&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCrkqh3tUg2DDVr4M2BEecqvVk-AwbpE7Cmv0v57HL1Qg&oe=66B1EB0C	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952697	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792945	1201	2183216172046027	2	1.0234432791893E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	90109721511	Mizzou	120209927200020453	admissions.missouri.edu	Learn More		NONE	dco	Helping students succeed	Learn more	https://admissions.missouri.edu/help-students-succeed?utm_source={{site_source_name}}&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}		1722133822	90109721511	Mizzou	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453074685_522568373568419_4277008493256145838_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WpvL6G3PPA8Q7kNvgHBZNvN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAL1XU4Z-Pcp6kJ81ZFs3ggsXkW85G0FcnFLuuCW9kseA&oe=66B1E14F	person_profile	0	Mizzou	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453052195_694123502875593_2726922570370110097_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aJCE9WdAu2EQ7kNvgGpxJkM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAqe0ymwuvSaymEi1pPfA_VM-KcKlcvBLxssRsLUQvBow&oe=66B1E1ED	0	3	Mizzou’s world-renowned faculty will be there to inspire your students every step of the way.	Mizzou	278454	https://facebook.com/Mizzou	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952702	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792945	1201	1163060468303986	1	1.5780590262555E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1533314606731260	Realtor Aimee Kelly	120213066881940744		Send message		NONE	video	41 South Street #59 Private Tour			{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Can I speak to an agent?"},{"title":"Are there any new properties available?"},{"title":"I'm interested. Can you tell me more?"}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"image_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"template","payload":{"template_type":"generic","elements":[{"title":"","buttons":[]}]}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"video_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"video","payload":{"attachment_id":""}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":false,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ai_generated_icebreaker_toggle_enabled":null}	1722280991	1.5333146067313E+15	Realtor Aimee Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453293915_1183304269537258_8902664001302208940_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=DwQ7296b39gQ7kNvgGYV8Hl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAnhQdE-_nzDrqQiJEOzjUpER2WY4ghEEJdu0r3qb9oIg&oe=66B1DE81	person_profile	0	Aimee Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453503583_1712540115819517_3912358253964807481_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=SfFS9VAjyCEQ7kNvgHmDvwf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBL_hNE8_y5O12sJLAz_5vWWCv5HBdJXZB4DLcELI-DTg&oe=66B1E2E2	0	3	😉 Leaves on the ground or not, this charming condo is ready to make you fall in love! 😉<br /> <br /> Get all the photos and information on 41 South Street #59, in the link below!<br /> 👉 <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F41SouthStreet59&h=AT0T2-rY6UlOWrEEkbNcSaKjAiF4HrrJCga6LNyjtxvq5XPRPRuxRL8ROkTbT-PaZvFOQj6M04n-LGUaotfF0QB0Wj3iS5ZP2SqU9vyBGHuvZGjJdFLm58ObBl9xx31mwIuzk8u7Vpjy8Q" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://bit.ly/41SouthStreet59</a><br /> <br /> 🍳 Upgraded Kitchen<br /> 🗺️ Open Floor Plan<br /> 🛏️ Two Spacious Bedrooms<br /> 🐕 No Pet Restrictions<br /> 🚶‍♀️ Next To Manhan Rail Trail<br /> 🏊‍♀️ In-Ground Pool<br /> <br /> Thinking of selling your home? Contact me, today!<br /> 📱: (413) 313-2127<br /> <br /> #RealtorAimeeKelly<br /> #TheAimeeKellyCrew<br /> #eXpRealty	Realtor Aimee Kelly	2293	https://facebook.com/RealtorAimeeK	MESSAGE_PAGE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952514	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792945	1201	464630903111890	1	9.6260585894092E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	206191906087972	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	120211439554180505	www.kellyjeep.com	Shop now		NONE	video	😎 Get MORE at Kelly!	🌄 Lehigh Valley's Value Leader	https://www.kellyjeep.com/		1722267844	2.0619190608797E+14	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453596382_434970789542785_6507636077239150758_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=oJlDlWBdmXMQ7kNvgHLJHWe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDtf600i496m_lzxgeKvYd1Jr0SefjqhBgnH4uOtGyMCg&oe=66B1F541	person_profile	0	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram☘️	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453380450_1224634605370765_6245024284525189491_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=L7pGqDI7_goQ7kNvgGUJ5Xc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC4C0OWCfH9Te5y8aH3_POTDET30ww033ZPZ0ZzvRx_4w&oe=66B2005B	0	3	Heat up the rest of your summer with hot deals at Kelly! Shop now and get PERKS like a 30-Day Exchange Program or 3-day Money Back Guarantee, Live Pricing 🏖️	Kelly Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram	1155	https://facebook.com/KellyChryslerDodgeJeepRam	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952582	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	1668532537236682	1	1.4545066654286E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1401785000066637	Kelly Construction	120211215982710654		Call now		NONE	multi_images					1722477112	1.4017850000666E+15	Kelly Construction	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453756394_1014006099938856_760696957510596123_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=f6K03Hb79OcQ7kNvgFZVdP7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDPUGKcuplS5loITl-MFu7sSRfXYXfClDoN16gBQfI4yw&oe=66B2083E	person_profile	0			0	3	🏡 Home Sweet Home! 🏡<br /> <br /> You'll feel the warm and inviting vibes the minute you walk in the door of this Chestnut floor plan! 🫶<br /> <br /> 📍 8011 S 183rd Street \| Omaha ➡️ <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2F8011S183rdst&h=AT2yaIxMtM_ECVsZQysbUgKr00I-OohUkgyKNVeZA6ttd03fVbsh941b4CLgImkrPyJgrg0AdlCpxbLwxakBvSkThKE2dadyZIr8P1maMzamNEjEvtlB7J-fX7yqbJ2tq74sNp85s6RMQZj6-byJ5J4fGvM" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="async">bit.ly/8011S183rdst</a> <br /> <br /> Schedule a showing today 📱 (402) 595-8857	Kelly Construction	4361	https://facebook.com/KellyHomeBuilders	CALL_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952724	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	340184765812964	1	1.8815735023404E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	139299595929929	World002	120210534365700061	b.ficsworld.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://b.ficsworld.com/ad/Zmljd29ybGQvMjU4NDUxLzIwMjQwNzMxMTY0MjQ4L3BhZ2U=?adid={{ad.id}}		1722415794	1.3929959592993E+14	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453235313_805749278398064_6450721674719863682_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JGkAqtify6kQ7kNvgEeodRV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCiTtgUgyEw5E2_1lcH3z7ARdwjHHxwNzWtA8AZiLupYg&oe=66B1DD50	person_profile	0	World002	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453226232_506607862048062_8847963582577223750_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=j_tZeYMnRGEQ7kNvgFxR3oT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC2vwX888MmPyTi3yMxDKdjFI4P9ykZcJF85SR4o-j2qw&oe=66B2036C	0	3	"I told you baby, I'm divorcing her. I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952819	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792946	1201	1863792880790788	1	4.6163966670233E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	119365237801765	Lett010	120210841045540601	a.whastory.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.whastory.com/ad/d2hhdHN0b3J5LzI1OTUyOS8yMDI0MDgwMTE3MzQ1Ni9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505129	1.1936523780176E+14	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453592039_1788429701723583_7804217354048427714_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cc8qGZzlqCMQ7kNvgGF7SKd&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYASHOg927N0Cm7Mkj0BkmzCchG4O7bXxk3Ti3mGBnSVcg&oe=66B1EAC8	person_profile	0	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453750063_808552254792845_6509028196380158674_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=moIVr4F7jecQ7kNvgF7QEUT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDEdizSbkoxWx6dc7l20K0CUctC_fJ9shul_dgjEHxUrw&oe=66B1E842	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Lett010	151	https://facebook.com/100092431237661	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952245	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792946	1201	350587731426960	1	1.0585677589345E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210843597020606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/giraffe-print-pleated-set		1721812593	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452875727_785459693772763_1825301261735592480_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xgO9c8HQ-REQ7kNvgF9Whaa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCt2KEavpBo-UnGrIVfVzPW6kS409ZJ5tm1eMK7btuBzQ&oe=66B2012F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452751743_452532180882830_2279101330375077729_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5C7V34iCFUMQ7kNvgFbfRVA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCuTieI1VUxcPDlEOUT5ngY3RaiqyPYZJRfRW5rtoV-dQ&oe=66B20958	0	3	What a stunning print😍 @angodiva wore this so well. Find this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapToShop#ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952253	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792946	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952259	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557525	1754792946	1201	366777343119874	2	3.1636047154463E+14	1722409200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	135598233137451	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	6591029749599	kelly.viewarizonahomesforsale.com	Learn More		NONE	carousel	✨Beautifully Remodeled Home!	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	https://cookandassociatesaz.myflodesk.com/listingads		1722383932	1.3559823313745E+14	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449436073_1195975448264520_452893387326873175_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0yNYGFxMv84Q7kNvgHJxWin&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA8UiiDOoh0n3hgdDHgi5MV3ggn7DM4HT-Q_7iOQXizqQ&oe=66B20B60	person_profile	0	Kelly Cook	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453491012_804258778568384_8625836949128659943_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Ein-I5O5PqkQ7kNvgHAk1yU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYClP_SgoQAHmdhElA4GmHcgt_oElMq0masyF0R2mdhdyQ&oe=66B206D9	0	3	For more information, click “Learn More” 👉	Cook & Associates Scottsdale AZ Homes For Sale	3077	https://facebook.com/CookAndAssociatesAZ	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952294	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792946	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952297	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792946	1201	1488459812029953			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210845548420606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	58840	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721816908	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701817_1148532749564688_912146502505169750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XxCQJLigQCkQ7kNvgE-Kreg&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAx7lj_CbYG20Kc3E0zJsuxE9vSp9blFQv9psc_1MjTKQ&oe=66B1E1CF	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452750830_992391796223779_2376291263363980147_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=g27DpLkGS8UQ7kNvgHo1cf0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAtfpd14JoOpRig93RySdRWJB3n8iP-FYy-iSi2fhQlhA&oe=66B1FFCB	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952299	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557526	1754792946	1201	376578885133105			1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210856823040606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now	4545	NONE	dpa	Get 20% OFF Shop Your Vibe	Shop the Vibe	https://kellyobi.com/products/runa-sunglasses?utm_content=Facebook_UA&utm_source=facebook&variant=44186656964906		1721846361	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452669671_998314601835016_6866384869772454442_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PNMFece--3YQ7kNvgGmCkup&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB8rk4ZHC5YWsT8uHFfafSuZMdIeSUpZuM-OMjx7uGd2A&oe=66B1E672	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452629796_1525305755028623_2106824919733262877_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TiYTFq96pvAQ7kNvgGkdYje&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDd0YdrwiDtbjqx-hX6JAffSo7lR30vGiBISJDEsYqrYQ&oe=66B1E4FD	0	3	Boop! 30% Off All Accessories FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952411	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792946	1201	481235321195918	1	3.7643521604865E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951520100606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326272	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453408782_356488584162471_2277722528322192987_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Wb6-T5FkbGQQ7kNvgE2icUp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAJZeDJ61C11W9KzGpwW9LCPSbPsMcDn-nNHA1gtcAF5g&oe=66B1FB0F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453380655_1216184512709687_8035586745598552340_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=La4RlAh3H2UQ7kNvgHddulY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAqeKKfYk_2frj53QIFN9sqrAaZVeJBZua7erbB8O6PXg&oe=66B1D992	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952426	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792946	1201	1680221979467838	3	1.3135211196065E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120211007931760606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	FREE Worldwide Shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/green-halter-neck-fringe-tassel-dress		1722522443	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453621049_404022378812507_1376277660609315275_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=CHcNOk-0y0QQ7kNvgEfQAik&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYACrVtv98upIuE3hRSFWOYHjFDrdDdqWWidEOyvZs99qQ&oe=66B1FABA	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453863767_1310954293199121_1042123602697167984_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=PZbawes6VFAQ7kNvgGh_PN0&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAsKFwuQ45LG-oeGiX4GhPa-LkBm6tGx9fTMvJJVI1Q_g&oe=66B1DCD2	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952429	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557529	1754792946	1201	1204110460744986	1	8.6153303917496E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	203479836404471	Kelly Faetanini	120210303106900491	nyc.kellyfaetanini.com	Book Now		NONE	dco	Book Your Appointment	{{product.description}}	https://nyc.kellyfaetanini.com/appointments		1721936321	2.0347983640447E+14	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452953680_869169658565358_328170835800160715_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=x3Q8Xm-szNUQ7kNvgGKoOGv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCh_vWjPMKidQriarpQQnwvHGqwLN4mugXqzniiFJ_fOA&oe=66B20564	person_profile	0	Kelly Faetanini	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452947386_1943675456119075_8553952519444302441_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rnb9Uhgw5h8Q7kNvgHhinA1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrNLRZZosHTjsXxbFptjOt2uAHqdYH-D1wa7VsWcwEug&oe=66B20973	0	3	Calling all savings savvy & quick engagement brides 📣! Don't miss our Designer Bridal Sample with over 100 gowns priced $495 to $1495! 4 days only: August 8th - 11th By appointment at our NYC Flagship Boutique	Kelly Faetanini	26734	https://facebook.com/KellyFaetanini	BOOK_TRAVEL	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952462	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792946	1201	410692338057977	1	3.6978152587182E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100746660078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	❌ No Drugs ❌ No Surgery ❌ No Pain		https://calldrkelly.com/knee-pain-specialist		1721742644	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452477569_450217444504730_8530026556269870817_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vYT6ydtEklEQ7kNvgEtJcT-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB0avM6_EQ9IpGIlITw92gy2lm6AhOp2o05YyjyNVBKOQ&oe=66B1DAAF	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452263051_1432434194134765_2776398113995406947_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VmNNf8T9wHQQ7kNvgHzghCs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCKkaIzft-ZN7n5RtuVsb2Jj8feL3fIsBe1xoHikNUegA&oe=66B2033B	0	3	Walking With Chronic Knee Pain Can Really Hurt… It's time for a change… Our revolutionary 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ is here to help identify the root cause of chronic knee pain and find lasting relief… …without Medication, Injections, Or Surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a 4-Step Knee Restoration Exam™ to find out more.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952467	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792946	1201	867474995279878	1	1.0408574409587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210988488240606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722456083	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453500467_498935969171787_8692210771155730140_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IWg0ZbeO07AQ7kNvgHnt3Xr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB44AlG7f_yhTq_XQ6THeriX2z1U3FUTO6ZheZkwdaLtw&oe=66B20412	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453737292_508517471858143_5005884257892158420_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZHXenVbjlRYQ7kNvgGReV2r&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDTIxJjXCnRaPKfgfnZ5OBIfXuwbUDCDXmLpgyIGPwC6Q&oe=66B20345	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952472	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557530	1754792946	1201	526243619740335	1	9.3406972182293E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210951464560606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	Kelly Obi New York	https://kellyobi.com/collections/trending/products/white-letter-pattern-sequined-top		1722326155	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504718_2268661163470664_1620088757905514101_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=yW_C-d1s0dIQ7kNvgFIlruN&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB-jYVMhLPEMGGrcvdE9tAmcbDeYXTZzKP3xgFoMfq2Xw&oe=66B1FD91	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453175419_1142629853491574_1615652774120137811_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=mpVy_9wEQHcQ7kNvgHbvEGP&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYC9bDp7fpOHWOrO0FkB1W8ghbanQzpc7kRUOe73ilK_GQ&oe=66B1E77A	0	3	Shop Your Vibe 💕kellyobi.com Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria💥 FREE Worldwide Shipping 🚚 14 day returns 🛍 Buy now, pay later🙂	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952488	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	2166721650512559	1	1.5401378966309E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120211100645640078	calldrkelly.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	A New Way To Treat Peripheral Neuropathy		https://calldrkelly.com/the-truth-about-peripheral-neuropathy		1721741518	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452632380_7900673250011743_2371714560975547897_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-Wz1nhOhvsgQ7kNvgGfIYEy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAXWox91i50nDckIsduc2tvXnGf7Jy0pz5zFSVTqdteOw&oe=66B206DA	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452644270_1022099146299061_415137448058366036_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zTgBkxcPtUAQ7kNvgFJRge8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD54VHPEOz1NqAMux_qmwho1L5fN9jOCmWYZxRlSfJVfA&oe=66B20AA5	0	3	Numbness, Tingling or Pain In Your Hands Or Feet Could Be Peripheral Neuropathy Over 20 million people suffer from peripheral neuropathy and there is hope Introducing the 29 Point Sensory Exam™ This revolutionary exam is the secret to reducing pain, stiffness, and muscle weakness in your hands or feet without the need for medication, injections, or surgery. Click "Learn More" to Schedule a FREE Consultation to find out more. https://calldrkelly.com/peripheral-neuropathy	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952492	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	3776215442634520	1	2.8360709965495E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	324238487447980	Sarvanga Yoga	120210930088050250	sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Limited Slots Available	{{product.description}}	https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/		1722300595	3.2423848744798E+14	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453240400_342318032274690_3847056625433195150_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vvUQW-ocSKMQ7kNvgGVAaYE&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBVXse7Zx4X0Q85nLcoPh_T4lqFiklLlsbr_UatjYcf5w&oe=66B1E28A	person_profile	0	Sarvanga Yoga	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453177662_1161511441799498_1314602749670039950_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tLBrorfo7AsQ7kNvgFaGEIA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA93vVbbL0QcN8_o3dlTycTWNy3NWc9A9fWVnpvE_TWhA&oe=66B1FAC2	0	3	Dive deeper into yoga's essence with Godfrey Devereux in DC! 🌟 Join us for 'The Heart of Yoga' workshop focusing on Bandhas, Pranayama, and Spiritual Embodiment. Don't miss this transformative experience. Click the link below to secure your spot! Learn more by clicking the link given below https://sarvangayoga.wpcomstaging.com/sarvanga/ . . . #sarvangayoga #heartofyoga #yoga #yogaworkshop #workshop #Godfery	Sarvanga Yoga	39	https://facebook.com/sarvangayogaofficial	LEARN_MORE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952511	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	489342073677877	1	3.8113314858121E+15	1722322800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	362648670268197	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	120210142050350406	kellysmithlegacy.com	Learn more		NONE	image	GET YOUR LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE NOW	click here for a personalized quote	https://kellysmithlegacy.com/optin		1722357587	3.626486702682E+14	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453247604_502806302207524_3419581420760176267_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wIMsEqv_ix8Q7kNvgGq5ImW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDoI1sP9-bIOie-C_US3vcRMX6kf-wDdMaQIbqTy6X77w&oe=66B1F3AF	person_profile	0	Kelly Smith	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487662_7961922283875581_4966738507420910851_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=b2hv35-5RAIQ7kNvgGBAhXy&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAvVJTuEgPIFcJekkwHLotoCu5rNox9aTXUFw0j6AgY-Q&oe=66B20FFE	0	3	Life comes at you fast. Don’t forget to take care of one of the most important parts of your future: A quality and affordable life insurance policy through Legacy Insurance.<br /> Fill in the form below to schedule a consultation call with one of our specialists today!	Kelly Smith, Field Underwriter at Legacy Group	8	https://facebook.com/61562431710938	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952516	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	1194436738242527	1	1.145072063438E+15	1721804400	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210822063000606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	60% Shop final sale	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721725591	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452547491_522538663536441_6385390940013360468_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kFi1GDOn3EIQ7kNvgHty-fi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCp4j-WKEqA_lfCQ3918sRU-ulFs9gqxquQZi429kHjsQ&oe=66B1E91F	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452515550_2004953583256567_3605000413332291340_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Zf8hbky-IdIQ7kNvgExis3t&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDyIu5vRwOU7szaIk3M2OMb55EcBxUIj9T5dmWGCZiBhA&oe=66B20A10	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 60% Shop final sale Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952518	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	510395104995153	1	1.0110811438812E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	116791414665998	Kelly Obi New York	120210844304440606	kellyobi.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Free worldwide shipping	14 day returns	https://kellyobi.com/products/knitted-camisole-bandage-tassel-dress		1721814615	1.16791414666E+14	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452450789_1897101430765450_53313722096205919_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zU-iv1q_7QgQ7kNvgE1pGsG&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAEL91QhYXmo8RaulbyY5hLGSuZK07-aDJ3dvzaO-FTaA&oe=66B1E449	person_profile	0	Kelly Obi New York	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452289718_7164869273615776_4056191848991189228_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=amI8nQ8205gQ7kNvgFS8x_n&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA4fuEEij_qes1dS1sHJrMTOrhNTzAnJ8rYd7Ffqw8Y_g&oe=66B1E66A	0	3	Fab from head to toe 🌟 The perfect party look. Shop this look at Kelly Obi New York Up to 30% off shop made in Nigeria Free worldwide shipping #TapTopShop #ShopYourVibe	Kelly Obi New York	13123	https://facebook.com/KellyObiNewYork	SHOP_NOW	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952521	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557531	1754792946	1201	3747330598858468	3	1.4923353683206E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	101792586054033	The Business Advisory	6599242318659	workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}		https://workshops.kellyroachcoaching.com/opt-in-3581		1722354788	1.0179258605403E+14	The Business Advisory	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453345703_1137281920699202_3273713115368436590_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=trrBWiSHChEQ7kNvgFcT5La&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAc-HYzSmkZ90dVAkGnPPQ7M5o7rNxsRsxLpIPUve6S9Q&oe=66B1DE70	person_profile	0	The Business Advisory \| Consulting + Masterminding for CEOs	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453504721_1163909254913675_5328680589826229899_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ypMzKxrSDP0Q7kNvgEciF-D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDMHhMWOUYlY1PG42DA_vahT0Lqy4lvQTn5yfDMp3dJjw&oe=66B1E6B8	0	3	Service-based businesses: Scale from 7 to 8 Figures with The Live Launch Method® LIVE Series \| Starting August 19th @ 12pm EST Click the link below to learn more	The Business Advisory	6970	https://facebook.com/thebusinessadvisory	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952535	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	1157550275355838	1	1.0288626156234E+15	1721890800	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211156239110016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721751656	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452452144_922194046587584_2943995221140859398_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vK00YkVWrpkQ7kNvgHCCCDA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDtnA3KZmn2PfD74i83zX_rI-CJYUYHTIbY-ZRejufZjA&oe=66B1ED30	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452753507_2425420584320958_8490158095971776808_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nSqSyOgKc8wQ7kNvgH7r-b5&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCuw4Od8lIvpNwnzQpMhrKUhUcdNxVCLZ4dmwILSBRf_Q&oe=66B2048A	0	3	The straight up truth about women money and magnetism<br /> <br /> When you’re magnetic you know how to build and leverage the level of power within yourself and your company that yields a level of result with a level of ease 99% of people are still wishing for<br /> <br /> I remember back in 2020, I went on a trip to Miami. I was inside what I later learned was as an Oshun initiation before I launched Feminine Magic & Money (the most deeply spiritual and witchy side of my work) and I remember telling my mentor I wasn’t going to be on social for 2 weeks.<br /> <br /> She logically thought I was crazy for not sharing the vibes or leveraging my trip to sell and in that moment I didn’t care, nor did I have a worry about making money.<br /> <br /> I was tapped into a level of power where $ didn’t care how much I was doing. Money cared about the potency of frequency I was carrying. I made 40k in those 2 weeks offline.<br /> <br /> When I moved into the home I live in now, I got sick, it was the holidays and I chose to do only stories for a month and posted twice. I had a 100k month.<br /> <br /> A few days ago I was in Miami I felt the call to simply be present and not to be active on social. I made multiple 5 figs.<br /> <br /> Am I a smart woman who knows to match my magnetism with strategy for the highest level of consistent result? Of course.<br /> <br /> Do I see how much space I enjoy and how Im going to have team fill in the blanks? Naturally.<br /> <br /> And either way you better believe I’m going to enhance and leverage power inside myself and inside how I create content, market and sell so what I’ve already done works for me when I'm working and when I’m not- to always be magnetic to big money<br /> <br /> Why wouldn’t you make receiving the bag an easy game to play? 😉<br /> <br /> Inside the 7 Day Instant Access Activation Magnetic to Money you learn how to build and leverage the elite levels power that activate unforgettable content and catapult sales through pure frequency - consistently 🫦💦💰<br /> <br /> Click to learn more and lock in your savings now! ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952543	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	1014287420703688	1	3.6082614038482E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211156239950016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Learn how to attract 💰💰	7 Day Instant Access Activation	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/magnetic-to-money/		1721751772	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452547050_1009310333708682_5373184781689927291_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=NUAn7wHcUQ0Q7kNvgG91Nej&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAWY6x9B1iJCLcRSuOZCtUZFxtkm7tsVYu6VqhI5M5Img&oe=66B1FA30	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452704450_1951049528674575_471368571889033471_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IjDlI4B3tjIQ7kNvgGy-54h&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDrrUSdMg7hZndQ1GO4HKxmTheeZ3K18I9r9JGwfB4Nzg&oe=66B1E99A	0	3	Differences in power are why you see one person fly “effortlessly” regardless of audience size, what they sell or time in the game and another working 24/7 with all the vanity metrics and she consistently feels she’s “trying to get ahead”<br /> <br /> The quantum leap in your business is not a result of “efforting” it is a result of tapping into a level of power where:<br /> 🔥 You drop offers and people buy<br /> 🔥 You write content and your DMs pop<br /> 🔥 Your audience doesn’t care who else does what you do or how crazy your latest idea is - they want you and pay you premium to have you<br /> 🔥 People view you selling as a gift - they thank you for it<br /> 🔥 Offers you aren’t actively selling fill behind the scenes<br /> <br /> Like I said, your milkshake brings the 💸 to the yard. On repeat.<br /> <br /> 👉 I have a 7 day LIVE activation to awaken deep feminine power to activate unforgettable content and catapult sales through pure frequency - consistently.<br /> <br /> This broadcast will knock your socks off and upscale the abundance dimension of business and money you play in<br /> <br /> Only $55 now for the full 7 days experience. Will go up to $222.<br /> <br /> Click to learn more and lock in your savings now! ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952554	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	519399263854511	1	4.121433352097E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	110594081943570	Ellsworth Kelly	120211191074060172	instagram.com	Visit Instagram Profile		NONE	carousel			https://www.instagram.com/_u/ellsworthkellystudio		1722273029	1.1059408194357E+14	Ellsworth Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453238991_1788866651890828_934655210379817613_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FZvjeQz0DQIQ7kNvgHdOvLs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCr_aF1lRu65_YL3GiP4b4DbE_Flt1RIpKUqbcCmGRXEg&oe=66B1F78E	person_profile	0	Ellsworth Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453238871_1014918380340688_278429349945980780_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IBZT1XppGpoQ7kNvgEdUyuI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCjPesBeyrsS9yVgOZ1zOVKfEu-bVAs5YxChibUPwfviA&oe=66B1FA06	0	3		Ellsworth Kelly	61	https://facebook.com/ellsworthkellystudio	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952558	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	852489293087010	1	4.7344715542732E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	542223866720017	Kelly L Wellness	120212726101600036		Send message		NONE	video				{"type":"VISUAL_EDITOR","version":2,"landing_screen_type":"welcome_message","media_type":"text","text_format":{"customer_action_type":"ice_breakers","message":{"ice_breakers":[{"title":"Can I learn more about your background?"},{"title":"I'm interested. Can you tell me more?"},{"title":"Are you available to chat?"}],"quick_replies":[],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"image_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"template","payload":{"template_type":"generic","elements":[{"title":"","buttons":[]}]}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"video_format":{"customer_action_type":"quick_replies","message":{"attachment":{"type":"video","payload":{"attachment_id":""}},"quick_replies":[{"title":"I'd like to learn more","content_type":"text"}],"text":"Hi {{user_first_name}}! Please let us know how we can help you.","is_eligible_for_customized_greeting":false}},"user_edit":false,"surface":"visual_editor_new","ai_generated_welcome_message_impression":false,"has_ai_generated_welcome_message":false,"ai_generated_icebreaker_toggle_enabled":null}	1722138375	5.4222386672002E+14	Kelly L Wellness	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453061731_522909296824679_1213384715346245881_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=k-SqdyIybk0Q7kNvgG4CWSC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD3HRtBDDSJ333wqsjLrOy5whnVLuN-BDk6blqhds5OAw&oe=66B1E765	person_profile	0	Kelly Lyons, MS CPT \| Binge Eating Coach	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453209457_1002730501342072_7094090561558349997_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pPE7MQIkGqAQ7kNvgEDusSj&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAkSV5QOvqjH-A40FAAjBrIZrRRQMGZG5LUN3QY8qrCvw&oe=66B1FB83	0	3	👉 comment ‘WORKSHOP’ and I’ll send you a DM with my free training so you can stop overeating every weekend and finally feel normal around food! <br /> <br /> #bingeeatinghelp #bingeeatingsupport #emotihashonaleatingrecovery #emotionaleatingcoach #emotionaleatingexpert #bingeeatingdisorderrecovery<br /> #mindfuleating #mindfuleating#losingweightnaturally #mindfuleatingtips #losingweightandfeelinggreat #hungerdirectedeating #findyourbalance #listentoyourbody #stopdieting<br /> #foodfreedom #foodisfood #foodfreedomforever	Kelly L Wellness	3407	https://facebook.com/Kellylwellness	MESSAGE_PAGE	1722236400	View Edit Delete
1952566	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952570	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557532	1754792946	1201	473358578650725	1	1.1448115265769E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210633999970781		Contact Us		NONE	carousel	Call/Text: 503.805.5887		https://nancykellyhomes.com/		1721839990	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452911295_809554974622183_2676112926118163784_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=TkpFJSJoi2cQ7kNvgHZ1r9u&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYArhBsgRMJNX_dA8yI3khEgMQy50R6I7VMANNTEd0BzjQ&oe=66B1FF88	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452819637_503296648774828_7178496924114473251_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=W7NFAcp1C4cQ7kNvgFDBfn-&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDpFG9UIvWeU8ySOcNq7nfzPU4TBr9kUq_GMaETfJ8yGA&oe=66B1DC41	0	3		Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes	CONTACT_US	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952572	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	2052362428490936	1	1.0447159039371E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	628896043851187	Author Kathleen Kelly	6698451709726	readerlinks.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	‘Wow, loved this book,I found a new book boyfriend’ MC Romance in KU	Kindle Unlimited	https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102		1721620591	6.2889604385119E+14	Author Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452374717_413107565208964_3923523345388535092_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=AcX4llqV9aEQ7kNvgGu30TW&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCxhrlFbXkKW1wFQFxo3CMYKXr9w-laL_sC1QgPckYvAw&oe=66B20626	person_profile	0	Kathleen Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452052661_1206953523646068_2903377913479528239_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s_2qeTqMsLEQ7kNvgFLUU1D&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAECo8wwquLwL-GDE7PEzYCrzBsDJ_L4fs2FfvNepAiew&oe=66B1DA9C	0	3	“How about you put a towel around yourself, and we can talk?” “If you come near me, I will scream. I will not go down without a fight. I have no idea who you are, mister, but I am not some weak female you can have your way with.” The words tumble out of my mouth, and I’m surprised at how sure of myself I sound. He smiles and holds one hand to his chest and the other up in the air. “Again, if I was going to have my way with you, I would have done it already.” https://readerlinks.com/l/3191102	Author Kathleen Kelly	9133	https://facebook.com/kathleenkellyauthor	SHOP_NOW	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952575	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	1185761276076850	1	5.0063674899077E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	1444399592519830	Nancy Kelly Homes	120210634058000781				NONE	video	home prices				1721840062	1.4443995925198E+15	Nancy Kelly Homes	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452550765_399998475878514_6314474236917596915_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=qpAA8Rn0i2sQ7kNvgEMmPB_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA-ijQqg2Qg4oTzUYfFu9vVvlYccPL4cw7_9n__eutjWw&oe=66B20DC8	person_profile	0	Nancy Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452630445_847746517417794_398196907139360346_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=UJwbBysSSacQ7kNvgHyKdbv&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBpqHZVd26oVW6ZTLGhgKKW_Bvfm6mvGc0-B9E-A7hFfw&oe=66B1FEC6	0	3	Wondering where home prices are headed? Sorry to burst your bubble... but they probably aren't going down anytime soon.<br /> <br /> The Home Price Expectation Survey (HPES) from Fannie Mae, which includes insights from over 100 economists, real estate experts, and market strategists, was recently released and predicts a steady rise in home prices until at least 2028. Swipe to see the details! →<br /> <br /> Thinking about moving? Let’s connect to ensure you have the latest information so that you can make an informed decision. Have questions about interest rates? Send us a DM!<br /> <br /> Nancy Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR<br /> Call/Text: 503.805.5887 Nancy@NancyKellyHomes.com<br /> <br /> Marissa Kelly \| Licensed Broker in OR/WA<br /> Call/Text: 971.322.3645 Marissa@NancyKellyHomes.com<br /> <br /> <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FNancyKellyHomes.com%2F&h=AT2WJKU8mxWjubKIL9lp4VOP-MRJoPQcXBXlZqvmIl_PK4s6FmHPJ9_tA_W2zjk6E6SM4dY5N-X5C19wY5XTyOPqjoovOCZQjHuxheMas6k2wQWv0gFPTsvszRE6otylgoDKN9IcMU4trw" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">NancyKellyHomes.com</a><br /> <br /> #Portlandrealestate #Portlandrealtor #realestate #PDXRealEstate #NancyKellyHomes	Nancy Kelly Homes	765	https://facebook.com/NancyKellyHomes		1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952581	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	1019510836457933	2	5.2656107979633E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209563221860122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	A job with honor.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_employee_video_nealie_diggs_2		1722330099	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453204404_467621252711365_3408273452063358736_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=jlG_OsH8xNwQ7kNvgGv8Zbn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDKVdt-iIIG3rV5GhHn3rB0w-RUwOuLi03W-2ej3Ophgw&oe=66B1DE9E	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453164814_1941592966306383_707787933678235487_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=3v65emhxV-UQ7kNvgH9ogzx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAYKYCcQDzCLiXv6KdaxKXKDc7NBAwzrnEShwe4FgqZKg&oe=66B1F5F8	0	3	What Nealie loves most about substitute teaching is connecting with students and understanding where they’re coming from.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952585	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	501554115704217	1	2.7347681833587E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209181982720122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-lee-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=lee_parent		1720511705	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449849373_514700407678760_6179592091994917809_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xmOv01c4VCAQ7kNvgEiL3tM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA31XkwFroW9LFjyEXurjsCtK6BuLfATkcQF6StOeFveA&oe=66B1F258	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450454954_706015384974392_1458643094242797431_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hppp3GGUd0IQ7kNvgGZNvP2&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCYTca__Ph_PsQA1PNVDX62viHbNb-AFQSlSY8CUzNiSA&oe=66B1E73C	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Lee County School District.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952590	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	1659163284623729	1	3.9431617031873E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146040122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Work that fits your life	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_parent		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449850625_789375679985349_2018150694800589006_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=0T4IEBdRxGoQ7kNvgEv50ph&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCXNq2e8tv53ehBTBu305spP0nwab9yyryxaH_uUIIhUA&oe=66B1F8A5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449853114_8075066432516716_6976504009451265797_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=HcIgbiLVcooQ7kNvgGGsZNi&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCr-NfEK6L_th5BC8soCN0Z8Xmlgz8ru_aqeLL4gGapIA&oe=66B20BF4	0	3	As a substitute teacher, you’ll still have time for the important people and moments in your life, while making a difference in the lives of others. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952595	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557533	1754792946	1201	858668979460237	1	1.4074069139825E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182149710122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_student		1720512216	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450081700_7420362284735059_7542096401988635020_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4D1OHJuV-ucQ7kNvgGjQF-_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAapy1lIaDjyAbjiCz2-RTsSktftbgxre9kpmeKn7jVBA&oe=66B1F0C5	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450239704_776919297654744_4945038351844777837_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ybECu6DHoPMQ7kNvgE7IOeq&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDnbhuO_R6kXGUWQGkU5XjgMoLDbG6Owhba-BIDvxi6Ig&oe=66B1F913	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Make a difference, and still have time for what matters to you. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952629	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792946	1201	504031485414649	1	9.9361219564248E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	108060034959016	Tom Kelly	120209702624690620	go.realtomkelly.com	Learn more		NONE	image	The Family Foundation Solution: Raise Caring Kids	Best of all, this system works DESPITE capital gains challenges and legislation changes, AND all without putting dead-end trusts in place, turning your kids into trust fund brats, or giving away all your money without any oversight.	https://go.realtomkelly.com/apply		1721682205	1.0806003495902E+14	Tom Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452532118_3441125959357425_5486446705320195453_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ILHOos7v_fwQ7kNvgEMJMsf&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDD2WVm44BVMVX0FRM9FQ2hqD1LYvMCNpP_ULAdiqUvRA&oe=66B1E0DE	person_profile	0	Tom Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452127591_1971926043260353_7885936303723912954_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=OAUXCUccSF4Q7kNvgFvSDhb&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCUt6zM2wFAvbLbhXVEdvXlXJOTN5u_w3m4L2_cuNV-nw&oe=66B1F9D6	0	3	Are you a successful entrepreneur worried about raising entitled kids?<br /> <br /> I'm Tom Kelly, and like you, I've built a successful business. But with success comes a unique set of challenges, especially when it comes to family.<br /> <br /> I love my wife and three amazing kids, but as I built my $50 million tech company, I found myself worrying about the future. How could I ensure my children understood the value of hard work and giving back? Would they be prepared to handle the wealth I was building for them? And was there a way to leave a lasting legacy while minimizing my tax burden?<br /> <br /> Like many entrepreneurs, I had a typical trust set up. But deep down, I knew it wasn't enough. I didn't want to raise entitled trust fund kids who might squander their inheritance. I wanted to create a family legacy of purpose and generosity, one that would benefit my children, my community, and the causes I cared about.<br /> <br /> That's when I discovered the secret the ultra-wealthy have been using for generations: the "Functional Family Foundation."<br /> <br /> What is a Functional Family Foundation?<br /> <br /> It's a powerful tool that allows you to:<br /> <br /> ✅ Reduce your taxes significantly: By up to 60%, thanks to smart tax strategies and the ability to use government money to fund your foundation.<br /> <br /> ✅ Involve your family in philanthropy: Teach your children about the importance of giving back, while also giving them valuable leadership and financial skills.<br /> <br /> ✅ Support charitable causes you care about: Make a real difference in your community and the world.<br /> <br /> ✅ Build a lasting family legacy: Create a structure that will continue to give back and support your family's values for generations to come.<br /> <br /> My team of expert advisors and I have spent years refining the Functional Family Foundation model, making it accessible and effective for entrepreneurs like you. We've even figured out a way to dramatically reduce personal taxes and use government funds to support your foundation's work.<br /> <br /> Is This Right for You?<br /> <br /> If you're a successful entrepreneur who wants to:<br /> <br /> ✅ Avoid raising entitled kids<br /> ✅ Build a family legacy of purpose<br /> ✅ Reduce your tax burden<br /> ✅ Make a meaningful impact on the world<br /> <br /> Then I invite you to watch a short video I've created that explains the Functional Family Foundation in more detail. If it resonates with you, we can schedule a free consultation to explore your specific situation and see if this strategy is a good fit for you.<br /> <br /> There's no obligation, and you might be surprised at how much you can achieve with this powerful tool.<br /> <br /> Click here to watch the video and schedule your free consultation today.<br /> <br /> P.S. If you're like I was, you're probably wondering how this could possibly work for you. I encourage you to watch the video – it will answer many of your questions and show you the incredible potential of a Functional Family Foundation.	Tom Kelly	16	https://facebook.com/realtomkelly	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952630	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792946	1201	403264685573920	2	1.1593551219862E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209564549510122	www.mykelly.com	Learn more		NONE	video	Discover your dream job.		https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county/?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=video-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_employee_video_jeffrey_stark_2		1722332575	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453205508_1545780566014998_761629305991493503_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=o8x3PfSXCzYQ7kNvgGofbkk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBdj8Ky5ISL2VhVW17YvDI-CIK1WfYNW6Bw3UavE1xRgg&oe=66B1F3DF	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453325517_915971950549051_7084734665104538624_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=_3WkKrV0WRcQ7kNvgEdpzqo&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDxo7WODGFSuGJh_ARGwYLLUgNSLyJUn0tG2215G0JNjA&oe=66B2052D	0	3	With substitute teaching, retired teacher Jeffery always has a choice of what jobs he takes and days he works.	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	LEARN_MORE	1722322800	View Edit Delete
1952632	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792946	1201	995725949004092	1	9.7481962718153E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	219847378025456	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	120209192274720770	calldrkelly.com	Contact Us		NONE	dco	Your solution starts here	World class relief	https://calldrkelly.com/		1715884709	2.1984737802546E+14	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441822798_960442372154555_7798669208779212325_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=RhRBBU4PSeQQ7kNvgGr930c&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBEMJ0vC7HJaqZjl0ozDIGZdXyo-vwQHCl6xyFoe4lq5Q&oe=66B1E309	person_profile	0	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/441549296_1480609529211512_8669426547575713690_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wm0XseA0dRoQ7kNvgFj0R31&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZEmG-Y5PjyM3-AwwP8ysF2q0n7XWoIotWBkOI8HJsRQ&oe=66B1F594	0	3	Have you been told you need a knee replacement? We have a knee restoration program to treat pain without surgery.	Kelly Chiropractic Knee & Neuropathy Center	729	https://facebook.com/CallDrKelly	CONTACT_US	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952635	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557534	1754792946	1201	1192820891859149	1	1.2438117403666E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653851807728	fb.me	Get Quote		NONE	dco	Get Your Quote In Mins	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	http://fb.me/		1721952978	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452942927_811050741139533_4005977203597495777_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xSV86nf6LmwQ7kNvgGEEqDM&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDfPO1KvZPLLPFtU3EjQKtvcdqUZYVn273CzUIgHsQN5Q&oe=66B2056E	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452701870_1146707176631787_1947172679393445743_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Gcsf7LQ87VYQ7kNvgGmHR8I&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYACC6r-kGDqrcI8xiyM_aIdX5P8SMsUWxKP4g5NogCo8g&oe=66B1EDF7	0	3	Upgrade Your Windows for Less! Get Affordable, Energy-Efficient Replacement Now. New Windows = Lower Bills & Comfort in Your Home	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952647	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	795179529107492	2	1.1499236195985E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514792890448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=vermontride&utm_content=NE2		1721742335	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452426170_1188609245462853_1512816897493083415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=n0_df9CpNLgQ7kNvgEKuT99&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAwuUb-2D3H9W3tzmskD4NJV1zJ1XcBKn18E_r7K0BOKQ&oe=66B1FBC4	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452612053_778911180806623_5597182519633868612_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iWcQDiDDu-AQ7kNvgHBK_oH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAb4yGWKKiqYLwkZycdablSJS4_Yq7J0t72EVDG-4yg3g&oe=66B1E46B	0	3	Ready for an unforgettable ride in Vermont? Cycle through the beautiful countryside and support the Kelly Brush Foundation’s mission to inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active lives. Join us in Middlebury, Vermont for a day filled with biking, BBQ, cold brews, and live music. Ride one of our fully supported road routes or take on our 32-mile gravel route. Let's surpass our $1.5 million goal together! Register now and get ready to pedal for a purpose!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952648	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	795179529107492	2	1.1499236195985E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	343183872498990	Kelly Brush Foundation	120211514792890448	ride.kbf.org	Learn More		NONE	dco	Kelly Brush Ride	{{product.description}}	https://kbf.akaraisin.com/ui/2024kellybrushride?utm_source=socialad&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=vermontride&utm_content=NE2		1721742335	3.4318387249899E+14	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452426170_1188609245462853_1512816897493083415_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=n0_df9CpNLgQ7kNvgEKuT99&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAwuUb-2D3H9W3tzmskD4NJV1zJ1XcBKn18E_r7K0BOKQ&oe=66B1FBC4	person_profile	0	Kelly Brush Foundation	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452612053_778911180806623_5597182519633868612_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=iWcQDiDDu-AQ7kNvgHBK_oH&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAb4yGWKKiqYLwkZycdablSJS4_Yq7J0t72EVDG-4yg3g&oe=66B1E46B	0	3	Ready for an unforgettable ride in Vermont? Cycle through the beautiful countryside and support the Kelly Brush Foundation’s mission to inspire and empower people with spinal cord injuries to lead active lives. Join us in Middlebury, Vermont for a day filled with biking, BBQ, cold brews, and live music. Ride one of our fully supported road routes or take on our 32-mile gravel route. Let's surpass our $1.5 million goal together! Register now and get ready to pedal for a purpose!	Kelly Brush Foundation	6278	https://facebook.com/kellybrushfoundation	LEARN_MORE	1721718000	View Edit Delete
1952649	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1471486103757522	1	8.4572763710669E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	120534674649468	Kelly Window and Door	6653848912528	kellywindowanddoor.com	Get quote		NONE	image	1000+ Happy Customers	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	https://www.kellywindowanddoor.com/windows/window-installation/		1721951138	1.2053467464947E+14	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452930608_389134460854065_6472398191379424763_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=XBHRAIsgKyUQ7kNvgFoXyVT&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYClwS892aeTX17OBrWBUG4p0SVpQiD7B1eVuk42C64JEQ&oe=66B1ECAD	person_profile	0	Kelly Window and Door	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453067030_1034040438231554_3519217319204257501_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=tiLMH4j4MMEQ7kNvgGr4eCe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1pKpCigvC6hCGddVF0k5RMqNfBQwV2n5vWQDRiq0GfQ&oe=66B1F1DE	0	3	Click below to schedule your FREE consultation and transform your home today👇<br /> <br /> Is it time to Replace The Windows & Doors? 🪟<br /> <br /> The Prices At Kelly Window and Door Are Lower Than You Think! 💸<br /> <br /> Check Out The Options Here!	Kelly Window and Door	382	https://facebook.com/KellyWindowAndDoor	GET_QUOTE	1721890800	View Edit Delete
1952650	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	855218972804744	1	2.3798971522208E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	325776384899129	Kelly Education	120209182146010122	mykelly.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	Become a substitute teacher today	{{product.description}}	https://www.mykelly.com/local-jobs/wake-up-teach-baltimore-county?utm_source=meta&utm_medium=post-sponsored&utm_campaign=2024_07_edu_b2c_general_wut&utm_content=baltimore_retiree		1720512207	3.2577638489913E+14	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450200712_996790875188382_558222183956884780_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=bKSNfY_j37EQ7kNvgEGdjRn&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB4ytxye3pzYAT9gDKwX6goXT_Ub16d_GZ7FIJ1dShJ8A&oe=66B1F7BA	person_profile	0	Kelly Education	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450098976_1000999971657090_8791018135861628248_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kl4rgRczbBwQ7kNvgHiwGtV&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBVvH4xH3qmDWi-LloM6e385-Be0ewPprkqhJ8vGkzq_g&oe=66B1F47E	0	3	Work on your schedule as a substitute teacher. Have time for your hobbies and passions while making a difference. Now hiring for Baltimore County Public Schools!	Kelly Education	1931	https://facebook.com/KellyEducation	APPLY_NOW	1721977200	View Edit Delete
1952655	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	4645398255684380	1	1.6481295593202E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120209526971460647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔FREE on Kindle Unlimited!	💔FREE ON Kindle Unlimited	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJPZ		1718881161	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/448890933_2199864640354243_5043506646118431571_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=uBpXKAqNcGsQ7kNvgFOOyde&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAsQsAvPckztar6RtiOAV7HILNnDysW4yMcRRGGLpzpMw&oe=66B1E1B9	person_profile	0			0	3	Chase comes around the corner with only a white towel around his hips and he’s finally gotten a haircut. <br /> <br /> His black tribal tattoos stand out against his tanned shoulder. The smaller tattoo that barely shows above the white towel makes me want to trace the tattoo down to where it curls around his hip. <br /> <br /> Oh, Lordy. How can this handsome man be my husband? It feels suddenly very warm in the room. <br /> <br /> “Val, what did you think of your first day?”<br /> <br /> “I… I know I’m going to regret admitting this, but… I liked it.”<br /> <br /> “I knew it. I knew you’d like learning how to ride a motorcycle.”<br /> <br /> He picks me up and swirls me around the room. <br /> <br /> By the time he puts me down, I’m laughing and his towel is slipping. <br /> <br /> My eyes automatically go to the falling towel. I see his defined abs, his muscles stand out in hard relief. He has those lines on either side of his hips that make me want to swoon. <br /> <br /> The towel is now on the floor. And he’s um… I know I should pull my eyes away but…<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D36SMJP&h=AT2F5u6QK_toui39WPfrH6HPS70QfxozLBJNzGq_1hZR-0On-yXnMIB0_A8cxk6CUBtlFJzPJpT7XY61TlzRNed9otYE8xkV2lIwNXM6HlyRkNNoufXi2aE-wxm-Gs2Q6xvnQBWGcQRTKA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D36SMJP</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952658	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1472011183686795	2	3.7208299567115E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	127993293932724	Elko Daily Free Press	120212618455010555	www.cbelko.com	Contact us		NONE	video	107 Meadow Ridge Court, Elko NV.	WELCOME HOME	https://www.cbelko.com/for-sale/107-meadow-ridge-court-elko-nv-89801/10357-317594?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR15G2W4lBDEbxBTBQTIsXZ6ASysDeL_mTJzpjR_RUl_tjehKfjh-rEjUzk_aem_ZNHnYm7087uhji4nVjzyRg&utm_source=Amplified&utm_medium=Facebook&utm_campaign=1326-000194-002LeeEnterprisesLeeEnterprises-TwinFalls-ElkoCBKellyBuilders07302024-08302024FACEFBIGTRFCCPCELK60000227-141033		1722289579	1.2799329393272E+14	Elko Daily Free Press	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453262817_521420257014107_7741795083883079517_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9Hqvnu2RJ88Q7kNvgHYQ4E_&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC_4zmu0EdH0IBmabI9uPa4eRiQwxEqB1S8IeFLxqLgFA&oe=66B1F0DF	person_profile	0	Elko Daily Free Press	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453208657_502574308947555_5555501843502617168_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=477G0sG3zCMQ7kNvgHBIsEc&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA2RLHS0PhPraYacOBhNF2fwB1xtJ73kL5xajCyairbvA&oe=66B1ED56	0	3	The Elko Housing Market is Thriving! If you've been keeping an eye on the housing market, you're probably aware of the buzz surrounding Elko. With a strong economy, stunning landscapes, and a tight-knit community, it's no wonder Elko is a sought-after place to call home. If you are looking for the perfect home in Elko, here it is. 107 Meadow Ridge Court, Elko NV. With 4 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathroms, Over 4000 square feet 🏠 and is<br /> beautifully landscaped 🌳. But that is not all. There is a finished basement with a gas fireplace and wet bar. Whether you envision a home theater game room or additional living area, the possibilities are endless. This space also includes a bedroom and full bath. There is also a craft room & exercise room with hot rock dry sauna. Literlly something for everone! MLS#: 3625087<br /> Call Laura Kelly S.0063591 (775)934-4710 to scheduel your showing today. This one wont last, so dont wait! Call today. Coldwell Banker Excel	Elko Daily Free Press	20571	https://facebook.com/elkodaily	CONTACT_US	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952659	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	3732238260389535	1	5.1909047059446E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	257258740989181	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	120209204466180328	kbdfamilylaw.com	Learn more		NONE	image	Divorce Gift Registries	Begin again with help.	https://www.kbdfamilylaw.com/blog/2024/07/divorce-registries-allow-family-and-friends-to-be-supportive/?dcmp=facebook:psocial:5075915:22033:EBP:18:FL2406:en		1721454276	2.5725874098918E+14	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452189718_879165054232327_1787579572143058152_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IO548wIGurkQ7kNvgGxL762&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCRaStIDVtJa9aUap6wFuUHBsm7T_6QLxwqqDfgxdvZQw&oe=66B208B6	person_profile	0			0	3	Starting over after divorce is tough. A new trend is making it easier for loved ones to lend a hand.	Kelly Byrnes Danker & Luu, PLLC	348	https://facebook.com/KBDFamilylaw	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
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1952678	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557535	1754792946	1201	1556273805239982	1	7.6720321202537E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	114588168402434	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	120211966476820312	l.adbuilder.pro	Learn more		NONE	video	By Kelly Diaz	Details and contact info >	https://l.adbuilder.pro/Pe44DE/56122		1722431902	1.1458816840243E+14	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453404307_380409235072384_4357551524900770536_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rUNrni2I2-0Q7kNvgF6Ou7w&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBl3aajtt92l5qGR5fzK_kcMXBD7UvNIY9JKxMovu0wKA&oe=66B20AB7	person_profile	0		https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453506761_26136500885998557_7837135626041967601_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=v1Z1YnTKkEUQ7kNvgGsAy8x&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAzPjVlydIZ6Cx8N-oABjgI9gw5BC0Cz6Mou2Lb0fS2gA&oe=66B1F1F5	0	3	This 4 bd 3 ba Single Family Home is available Sun, Sep 15. Schedule your tour today before it’s too late!	SphereBuilder Community - PHL	35	https://facebook.com/spherebuilderphl	LEARN_MORE	1722409200	View Edit Delete
1952683	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	1176313850080956	1	9.7225032802556E+14	1721545200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	107581612289660	New world publications	120210414713910689	wwwedb.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	🔞Attention! Do not read in public！👉		https://wwwedb.com/market/meganovel/13?lpid=11783&utm_campaign={{campaign.name}}&utm_content={{campaign.id}}&adset_name={{adset.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1720855486	1.0758161228966E+14	New world publications	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450664948_1625574091346934_5464423536906748072_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=ZWUGtf1lrb4Q7kNvgHJ3BRC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCmoTMWBdQ9YZIrPayRwVf1JJLBCK06gDDDVQYwX78nhA&oe=66B1FA95	person_profile	0	New world publications	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451001492_427431140289972_1195812265764915011_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=9cPJWPjMF_0Q7kNvgHMwiSl&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBBZx4HrIurR0phBhYfJ10m45s1BdeSzjge7PQKuAFoUw&oe=66B20FE0	0	3	As the daughter of Alpha, I was tortured since I was 6 years old, and more tragically, I was forced to marry the demon Alpha who killed his 9 ex-girlfriends... “Where is she?!” I hear the Beta Kyle scream. I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
1952687	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	1176313850080956	1	9.7225032802556E+14	1721545200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	107581612289660	New world publications	120210414713910689	wwwedb.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	🔞Attention! 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I groan and get to my feet, grabbing the cleaning basket and taking it with me. The moment he sees me, he strides towards me and his hand slices against my cheek. I don’t make a sound. Years of experience has taught me to keep my mouth shut at all times. “Neah, how useless your are! You still have not cleaned the office.” He snaps. I nod my head and my hand tightens on the cleaning basket. If I could just find the courage to swing it at his head, it would make my day. “We are trying to make a good impression on Alpha Dane. Do you not understand how important it is for us to join ourselves with his pack?!” I don’t answer, I keep my eyes low so that I didn’t have to look at his face. Alpha Dane, I had only ever heard rumours about him. From what I gathered, he was a ruthless man, and he was even claimed to have killed his 9 ex-girlfriends. “He is the Alpha of Black Shadow, the biggest pack in the world, we need him!” Beta Kyle continues. He places his hands on my shoulders, digging his nails into my thinning skin, ”Useless Wolf.” He mutters as he moves away. Quietly closing the door, I lean back against it, observing the already clean office. There was nothing out of place, it looked perfectly fine for a meeting with this so-called powerful Alpha. Closing my eyes, I slide down to the floor. I hated this house. I thought that when I turned 18, I could finally escape, but four years later, here I still am, a slave in my own home. Doing all the dirty tasks for my brother, Alpha Trey and the pack. While my ex mate, Beta Kyle was always reminding me of how worthless I am. The clearing of a throat makes me jump. I thought I was alone. Leaning forward, I see a handsome man sitting in a chair. A foot propped up on his knee. His short hair is dark and his eyes are a deep crimson colour, that don’t quite look right. They suddenly shift to me and I throw myself back against the door. Shrinking down to the ground. “Is this the way you greet all Alpha’s?” His deep voice rumbles through the room, an edge of amusement to his tone. “I’m sorry.” I whisper, getting to my feet. “I…I thought I was alone.” I had no idea who he was but I could feel the power radiating off of him, even without my Wolf. “Come forward.” He orders. I do as I’m told. Allowing him to see me properly and I am met with narrowed crimson eyes. I close my own eyes, expecting the worst. “You smell funny. Yet you are a Wolf, correct?” My head moved up and down, though I couldn’t tell how he was going to react. Most laughed when they discovered the truth about me. “I would prefer it if you spoke to me.” He growls, “I’m not in the mood to play games.” “Yes.” I whisper. “I am…I am a Wolf.” I couldn’t help but think of all the punishments I was going to have to endure. A whipping maybe? Starvation for another week? I wasn’t sure how much more my body could take. “How is it possible for you to not know I was in the room? You should have scented me.” “I…..” I hated the question. “I haven’t got all day!” He takes a swig from his drink. I knew why I couldn’t scent him. I knew why I hadn’t been aware of his presence, but telling people why was not something I ever liked to do. They never hear my side of the story. All they do is accept Alpha Trey's word as the truth. “You should open your eyes when you are talking to someone. Has your Alpha not taught you anything?” His deep voice sends a shiver through me. Slowly, I open my eyes and lower them. There was no way I was making direct eye contact. “My Wolf abilities were bound.” “Why?” If this is the Alpha that my brother is supposed to be meeting with, I knew I could screw everything up for him by saying too much. “It was a punishment.” “For what?” His deep voice rumbles through me. “For killing my parents.” I whispered. At this moment, the door swings open abruptly and my brother screeches at me “Neah, what are you doing in my office?!" He then turns to the crimson eyed man. “I am so sorry that my sister is bothering you, Alpha Dane." Crap, it was him...	New world publications	3541	https://facebook.com/100090352943774	LEARN_MORE	1721286000	View Edit Delete
1952693	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	2585856571586219	2	5.0677420191106E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	104021231725603	Discover Weekly	120209278266120519	www.taoclean.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	SAVE UP TO 60% 🔥	Last For A Lifetime	https://www.taoclean.com/pages/reserve-toothbrush-65-1		1721388829	1.040212317256E+14	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/449467444_360872473726524_201379062104844651_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=pPTH4t9QgvkQ7kNvgGUoPuB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYD98kOXjg1JUSj4lbPwU2a067mrpnrhS7OduOLVq91hhw&oe=66B2030D	person_profile	0	Discover Weekly	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/451766317_851271446510954_2865836469530806814_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kh5hyzoUUp4Q7kNvgGVIgGx&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYA24oEvcsfUBSV8_hVaSSn2GRl_taSS_d8kq-nR0OF8RA&oe=66B1E977	0	3	"Thought I was doing everything right with my old toothbrush, but then I learned about how many germs it might have. With Tao Clean’s UMMA Diamond Sonic Toothbrush, it's a whole new level of clean. It's not just about brushing – it's about knowing that brush is germ-free every time it reaches my mouth. What a relief!" - Kelly B. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Discover Weekly	1373	https://facebook.com/discoverweekly001	SHOP_NOW	1722063600	View Edit Delete
1952703	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	3777984545856527	1	9.61974479061E+14	1721977200	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	106114907618932	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	120211139492080016	jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com	Learn more		NONE	image	THE $10K MONTH METHOD - THE MASTERCLASS	Checkout page for $10k MONTH METHOD - THE MASTERCLASS.	https://jocelynkellyreid.thrivecart.com/10kmonthmethod/		1721677111	1.0611490761893E+14	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452288886_3730833597140262_3782798845577446709_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rPFSBJeB3-QQ7kNvgGnOoob&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAJpkGnjMRPpr0Pu3_Bcq5Z1S94jFOUzMnqL5zwFPdW-g&oe=66B1D9D1	person_profile	0	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452248633_3678642549116730_1890316660186588055_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=IT_w5T9BmPMQ7kNvgEcf5Sk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYAShGMoIVF6R7-wYE-Ch7O5qLcugfihQv1xKCtAl3Wveg&oe=66B1ED0E	0	3	You started your business to do what you love, but also to live your life with financial freedom. <br /> <br /> Now it’s been a year or more, and you’re struggling to find consistency in your business. <br /> <br /> Instead you're:<br /> 💻 Glued to zoom on 100/hour single sessions.<br /> 😓 Stressed because if you don't launch, you're not making sales<br /> 🤳 Posting all day on social media because you were told to “share your heart” and “post what channels through you”. And you wound up with a bunch of “friends” on the internet who “love” what you share but aren’t blowing up your DMs to buy<br /> <br /> How did you end up in this situation?<br /> <br /> By doing too much. Read that again. 🔥<br /> <br /> ➡️ You’ve got 10 offers that aren't selling (even at a low price)<br /> ➡️ 6 week containers are running the show.<br /> ➡️ You’re pumping out content without a strategy for it.<br /> ➡️ You’re coaching in the DMs for free.<br /> ➡️ You’re stressing yourself out while also not making the money you know you can make.<br /> <br /> What’s important to know is consistent 5 fig months are not about doing more. They’re about simplicity and quite often doing less 🤯<br /> <br /> Simplicity, efficiency, and potency are your ticket to the bag 💰<br /> <br /> I had my first 13k month 60 days into business, the first 30k month in month 6, the first 50k month in my first year.<br /> <br /> It does not take 10 years to see success.<br /> <br /> I'm an expert at scaling smart feminine business where the business works for you<br /> <br /> 👉 In my new masterclass 💸 The 10k Month Method 💸 I show you how to have the easiest 5 fig months of your life on repeat<br /> <br /> We dial in on the feminine strategies and energetics to establish consistency and reliability in your business. You'll learn:<br /> 👉 The types of offers to have and why so your audience is saying YES every time<br /> 👉 Pricing strategy to set you up for success<br /> 👉 How to focus your content to get out of friend zone and into well paid authority zone for fast conversion<br /> 👉 Effortless selling<br /> 👉 To set your frequency so you are the magnetic sure place to attract clients<br /> <br /> 👉 If you desire to learn how to increase your power, and ease of receiving money in your business click to learn more and lock in exclusive savings ⬇️🤑❤️	Jocelyn Kelly Reid	248	https://facebook.com/jocelynkellyreid	LEARN_MORE	1721804400	View Edit Delete
1952705	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	987057263287087	1	2.3390951830881E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	106163342471605	Kelly Thomas	120210031512360647	amazon.com	Learn more		NONE	image	💔Enemies to Lovers	🔥Looking for your next guilty pleasure?	https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J		1720814875	1.0616334247160E+14	Kelly Thomas	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/450904311_988590362962884_8528519867755577801_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zFMY7-1o_TAQ7kNvgFX8JJY&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCR27GdGxOn9wXukzrjt_0aoStjFGt1HT_46w72gF9OiQ&oe=66B1FEBC	person_profile	0			0	3	Eleven years ago, Carson Knight shattered my heart. <br /> Thinking I betrayed him, he pushed me away… not knowing I was carrying his baby. <br /> <br /> Our son, longing for his father, finds the billionaire CEO and thrusts a DNA report in front of him. <br /> Now, Carson demands to be with his son; afraid of losing custody, I agree to move in. <br /> <br /> Living under Carson’s roof is torture – he’s a walking temptation. Every. Chiseled. Inch.<br /> I crave to be back in his strong tattooed arms, but he can’t ignore my past. <br /> <br /> Seeing him as a daddy, and his loving devotion to our son, makes my heart melt.<br /> Under his grumpy exterior is the man I remember - and I want him back.<br /> <br /> When things heat up, my barriers fail. <br /> His touch ignites an inferno, and I drop my defenses… and my panties. <br /> <br /> I yearn for a second chance to repair his damaged heart. <br /> If only he could forgive the secret that ripped us apart.<br /> <br /> Continue Reading - FREE with Kindle Unlimited: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0D9BXBC7J&h=AT2yfUAioSH0_ekHPiRz8z6EKeCd2co-ruFTuHDsR8T-L_1IcT6zg5TEUZMtru6EVlaBu5LESdsEWIY-7K8elP_duaKMzVflc2v5Pls0qOMLeYO1zceBsKqh8HnHr3r22PJbpHkGjStkWg" rel="nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank" data-lynx-mode="asynclazy">https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0D9BXBC7J</a>	Kelly Thomas	53	https://facebook.com/100092267142796	LEARN_MORE	1721631600	View Edit Delete
1952710	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	488784867418159	1	1.0192988998887E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	103992786357969	The Shift Network	6604899344668	theshiftnetwork.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Distinguish the Competing Voices in Your Head	Join this FREE video event with Tim Kelley and Heather Munro Pierce to explore the true role of your Inner Critic — and its relationship to self-love.	https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic		1722545041	1.0399278635797E+14	The Shift Network	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453239824_1957271394726187_551973992323907059_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=eg2UWV6YHpQQ7kNvgElpBAe&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBY4up6kwMxsdgypg2mZgP63tnzRR3NwC5r50bqbNoQXg&oe=66B1EA8F	person_profile	0	The Shift Network	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384292_465534922996426_7055549258036336664_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wnez2EOdzDAQ7kNvgFb7nS7&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB00Fhq0BZNHGTsjkpbrIFGQ_WHPs8KmOHHQaTM5hDaQA&oe=66B1E563	0	3	Has self-criticism ever stopped you from taking action to live more authentically — in alignment with your true needs, inner voice, and calling? In this FREE online event with Tim Kelley, founder of True Purpose Institute, and embodiment guide Heather Munro Pierce, founder of Temple Institute, you’ll begin unmasking your inner critic’s true purpose and gleaning its insights — transforming negativity, judgment, and self-doubt into meaningful feedback, self-love, and empowerment. Register here: https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic Through inner inquiry, dance, movement, and meditation, Tim and Heather will share how cultivating a healthy new relationship with your inner critic is a potent tool for self-exploration and evolution. If you’re tired of feeling like there’s still more you need to know, do, or become in order to feel whole, good enough, and able to take the next step on your path to living a purposeful and fulfilled life, this event is for you. Sign up for FREE here: https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic	The Shift Network	797714	https://facebook.com/shiftnetwork	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952719	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	2126187527801049	1	5.1602923751897E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	57906192842	Virginia Tech Alumni	6649510551418	alumni.vt.edu	Learn More		NONE	dco	Happy Hour Thursday Aug. 22		https://www.alumni.vt.edu/events/2024/08/welcome-to-the-city.html?utm_source=FBIGAds_DC_RD2&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ARFY25WTC		1722543423	57906192842	Virginia Tech Alumni	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487529_912093107348167_7507972333557980423_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=hqApN3QknMEQ7kNvgHEqwvs&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCHzdeKv2mydlbnx41qNEMtNohFGmut5eGo5-Xqm7F9Hg&oe=66B1E3F5	person_profile	0	Virginia Tech Alumni	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453749553_504638502140211_3938641058927560376_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=w6_jZ2y1iTcQ7kNvgET42Rr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDQveyU1WNu96GufCV-fM6D1tKMCuwInaSh-LRb_5hCxA&oe=66B1F01E	0	3	Don’t miss this happy hour with Hokies! Join us at Spider Kelly’s to help us welcome alumni who are new to the D.C. area.	Virginia Tech Alumni	29102	https://facebook.com/virginiatechalumni	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952733	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	456490503873101	41	2.1366916667024E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	126997507157767	SHORT TV	120209615913110599	play.google.com	Watch more		NONE	video	Continue watching more series 👉👉👉		http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=live.shorttv.apps		1721483740	1.2699750715777E+14	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452280995_460353293499849_1256418344879182796_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=4PVftWu-aaQQ7kNvgG74l9X&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCzg6bII2g7nEckPAr08Or8_8sXF6zGnbBqJwtGnIS49Q&oe=66B1EE56	person_profile	0	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452193110_838871681172770_612174935487075275_n.jpg?_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=VbUOmOj8hdgQ7kNvgGzF2m1&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBMdoOFX_c8BGnSOrLTdIRUY8zFwrcDKF_4IOsmPgfgGg&oe=66B1F404	0	3	😱🔥The Unwanted billionaire Heires🥰	SHORT TV	430878	https://facebook.com/61551042265812	WATCH_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952707	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557536	1754792946	1201	3798838047028474	5	1.1720882571694E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	103992786357969	The Shift Network	6604899793868	theshiftnetwork.com	Learn More		NONE	dco	Stop The Endless Self-Improvement Cycle	Join this FREE video event with Tim Kelley and Heather Munro Pierce to explore the true role of your Inner Critic — and its relationship to self-love.	https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic		1722545043	1.0399278635797E+14	The Shift Network	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453506643_853538136285365_4347190696216486545_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=WhHsDC8WgiQQ7kNvgEdoZzk&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYByryR4mNHk5rZ5c7nfYZ8L0Uoz9s9Kb2bGfmW94Fgl2A&oe=66B20CAE	person_profile	0	The Shift Network	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453631180_498349259700456_3076397642557942050_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=dlRddsUQCvMQ7kNvgETebtR&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDyE8FXycUFQpmgXU_xPCO9xR3ebJFXWWyY1uC1-8G49A&oe=66B1ED9A	0	3	Has self-criticism ever stopped you from taking action to live more authentically — in alignment with your true needs, inner voice, and calling? In this FREE online event with Tim Kelley, founder of True Purpose Institute, and embodiment guide Heather Munro Pierce, founder of Temple Institute, you’ll begin unmasking your inner critic’s true purpose and gleaning its insights — transforming negativity, judgment, and self-doubt into meaningful feedback, self-love, and empowerment. Register here: https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic Through inner inquiry, dance, movement, and meditation, Tim and Heather will share how cultivating a healthy new relationship with your inner critic is a potent tool for self-exploration and evolution. If you’re tired of feeling like there’s still more you need to know, do, or become in order to feel whole, good enough, and able to take the next step on your path to living a purposeful and fulfilled life, this event is for you. Sign up for FREE here: https://theshiftnetwork.com/Transform-Inner-Critic	The Shift Network	797714	https://facebook.com/shiftnetwork	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952747	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	484867384241044	16	4.9832846256741E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	1	0	0	126997507157767	SHORT TV	120208899856720284	sites.sdrh2o.com	Learn more		NONE	video	😱 It's time to get your heart racing! Watch this short drama and let the magic unfold.🥳	😱🔥This short drama is very interesting. Within five minutes I was in love with it. Click to continue watching the full version!💥💥💥	https://sites.sdrh2o.com/fb02.html?shorttv_adid=29762&language=en&timestamp=1720425325240&utm_source=facebook&campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&campaign_name={{campaign.name}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}&ad_name={{ad.name}}		1721785863	1.2699750715777E+14	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452225653_998019315356235_8834823185649482556_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xa0VI8cl6pEQ7kNvgFE8esK&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDTTUYo9WnH_oSPu6DwoZbLSMlb0kUvwzBhYAl_ws-XKg&oe=66B1FF96	person_profile	0	SHORT TV	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/452616062_1021355202702940_7239359846789715818_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-mQlFwh3QMsQ7kNvgHXRjyZ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBoiIQoW9KmZval2nHY9aSCuaBbWqCkLymCL_e613hDog&oe=66B20434	0	3	The Divorced Billionaire Heiress.🥳	SHORT TV	430878	https://facebook.com/61551042265812	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952855	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	807281608253530	3	1.0082761541203E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	109615881282364	Forlest	120210448651860074	forlest.com	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Fuller-Bust Friendly	Get 2 At 38% Off + Extra 15% Off	https://forlest.com/collections/best-seller		1722517533	1.0961588128236E+14	Forlest	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453597092_452665080933682_5356125539399344531_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=zzymx5bcSokQ7kNvgEhVWqu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYB6dOovZRIfuV-Hq3BE2u1d7wkSJq4lWkkUACs2cOQJcg&oe=66B20223	person_profile	0	FORLEST®️	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453615694_1740846016448073_4031472936894173335_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=s-hffyYopj4Q7kNvgH0kPww&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAbwy1OnLqsB7LMwaPK22p_bK9BD76qsMCF-xPbVQMJxg&oe=66B1EDBB	0	3	Tracy was extremely impressed with the support and comfort provided by the Dahlia and Kelly 2.0, as well as the Harper 2.0 bra, for her ample bust! If you're struggling to find the perfect bra, be sure to give them a try! #forlest #forlestbra #wirelessbra #comfortablebra #reel	Forlest	9273	https://facebook.com/forlestofficial	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952770	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557537	1754792946	1201	868179958490740	1	4.8381404435098E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	119365237801765	Lett010	120210841027270601	a.whastory.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.whastory.com/ad/d2hhdHN0b3J5LzI1OTUyOS8yMDI0MDgwMTE3MzQ1Ni9wYWdl?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505117	1.1936523780176E+14	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453870706_1440197100001663_2359104327904820329_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=wxB4KNJQsSkQ7kNvgFa-TXa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYA2LgQ0ZDJr0t6DRM3vt5ByxyMLl_uuXisvvwgHHhIyqA&oe=66B1F97D	person_profile	0	Lett010	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453487297_781315837407266_243133056621528485_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=b9On0XUwAeMQ7kNvgGvwrPX&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBKb31JoxqmkrRCy9Fv8aMkYKskveba6OwPXh0owaXLDg&oe=66B1FCF0	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. 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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. The gazebo would be decorated out for the occasion. After it was all official, we would move to the pack meeting house, where we would be publicly celebrated, and Nolan would be presented as the new Alpha of the pack, and I would be presented as Luna.<br /> <br /> I choked on my tea. Nolan had said emphatically that I would "never be Luna." But it seemed that his parents had other ideas. What was I supposed to do? "Luna, I don't think--"<br /> <br /> The Luna gave me a hard look. "You are his wife. You will be the Luna. No matter what he says." That made me wonder if Nolan had already taken this argument to his mother. Would I still be the Luna after I rejected him? Would he divorce me once he had all his political ducks in a row? I wanted to bury my head in my hands. I gave William a pleading look, but he only shrugged back at me. So much for having an ally in the house.	What2628-eng	117	https://facebook.com/100093514056404	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Ory003	30	https://facebook.com/61554108297910	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952829	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557538	1754792946	1201	7837404399640906	1	1.1653064580541E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	132780049909966	Picks003	120212842773830664	a.topicksapp.com	Learn more		NONE	video	🔥🔥 Click to Read 👉🏻👉🏻		https://a.topicksapp.com/ad/Y2hvaWNlcy8yNTk1NzcvMjAyNDA4MDExNzM1NDkvcGFnZQ==?adid={{ad.id}}		1722505404	1.3278004990997E+14	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453266734_494131059876047_1893829120400339532_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qjpjag2uPtoQ7kNvgFwO49i&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBbDCWH3jeJ9lzN7UOGy4SDIoQJVxEZA4QHoINz0txLnQ&oe=66B1FE74	person_profile	0	Picks003	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453753456_859993398884716_603345263752944206_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=-ql6NWtKD1MQ7kNvgF-spRh&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYARxXdNsBf-rqXSyMlNg-ZIvcjw4vJAJS3vgaFhACK2_A&oe=66B1E5B6	0	3	My boyfriend Savage accused me of sleeping with his brother Venom and then marrying my best friend.<br /> But he didn't know I was pregnant at the time.<br /> Now I have a 17-year-old son that I love more than my own life. But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Picks003	32	https://facebook.com/61550681265198	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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1952910	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	785884030097306	1	5.0760711192606E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	120212503318460159	mls.rice.edu	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Pursue Your Master of Liberal Studies at Rice!	Achieve Career Advancement	https://hubs.la/Q02Jy-j20		1722442853	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453514538_498903082504537_5709929605111477012_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KqVrHXtDJYwQ7kNvgHjSjqa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDZ3Ju5iwFDwKnne9AHuerPP_FaZPWgvMcCdHQ1wlD2bQ&oe=66B1FEFF	person_profile	0	Glasscock School	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251194_2024833657934133_7099816644830247218_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aEycY4W3cV8Q7kNvgGxmTkI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBhEFXh7yz36h7XBjt8rTvo_MSYiGCIYkV_mu2gQWSsXQ&oe=66B20304	0	3	Achieve Career Advancement	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	9761	https://facebook.com/ricecontinuingstudies	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952868	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	1383999862285711	1	8.0457222514587E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375588845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221237	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/422855726_369631599232864_8618671387782669151_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=F13BX67k6YYQ7kNvgFL4X_A&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYD_Zjeq-GN21JJhTLNA03o9LcBOE3F8HcTImbReL3p7GQ&oe=66B1E3CD	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/430874470_1062886718129404_5482369988217190250_n.jpg?_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=xejjwuLA6PgQ7kNvgH4wv3S&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB1iJVnlOnQRGo5e8rJYui8q_hxbECrV9QcbqRxJxBmAA&oe=66B1F2A3	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952872	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	2401258096727349	1	5.4021057835486E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375587845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221236	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428710401_1447927912597995_2021759579977511895_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JgqS21sDIi8Q7kNvgFDOCXC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZX_tupkl8qsnd0ZJRWOMaAdkk4ulcFX2XNtyQvZ-gdw&oe=66B20808	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428688557_919563946563365_9005857729874417656_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X69f6usMO00Q7kNvgFbfh05&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB9jut2BzkENv-wH3Vj8joKQEYGb_MiA-7pPuLUl86sXA&oe=66B1EF8B	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952873	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	2401258096727349	1	5.4021057835486E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	112848238736797	Kelly Urban Photography	6596375587845	kellyurbanphotography.com	Apply Now		NONE	dco	{{product.name}}	{{product.description}}	https://www.kellyurbanphotography.com/win-a-free-engagement-session/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=q4		1709221236	1.128482387368E+14	Kelly Urban Photography	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428710401_1447927912597995_2021759579977511895_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=JgqS21sDIi8Q7kNvgFDOCXC&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDZX_tupkl8qsnd0ZJRWOMaAdkk4ulcFX2XNtyQvZ-gdw&oe=66B20808	person_profile	0	Houston Wedding Photographer	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/428688557_919563946563365_9005857729874417656_n.jpg?_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=X69f6usMO00Q7kNvgFbfh05&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYB9jut2BzkENv-wH3Vj8joKQEYGb_MiA-7pPuLUl86sXA&oe=66B1EF8B	0	3	WANTED! Engaged couples who are looking for unique, nerdy & creative fine-art portraits who are madly in love and willing to do what it takes to get "The Shot"! I'm Kelly, a fine-art wedding photographer from Richmond, TX. This offer is only good for 4 engaged couples who would be okay with me using the images on my website & are willing to let me experiment with some new ideas & locations. The engagement sessions are totally FREE 4 lucky couples. Click on the link to learn more & for a chance to be selected. All entries must be received by August 15.	Kelly Urban Photography	635	https://facebook.com/photogbykelly	APPLY_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952912	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	785884030097306	1	5.0760711192606E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	120212503318460159	mls.rice.edu	Learn More		NONE	carousel	Pursue Your Master of Liberal Studies at Rice!	Achieve Career Advancement	https://hubs.la/Q02Jy-j20		1722442853	91938182449	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453514538_498903082504537_5709929605111477012_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=KqVrHXtDJYwQ7kNvgHjSjqa&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDZ3Ju5iwFDwKnne9AHuerPP_FaZPWgvMcCdHQ1wlD2bQ&oe=66B1FEFF	person_profile	0	Glasscock School	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453251194_2024833657934133_7099816644830247218_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=aEycY4W3cV8Q7kNvgGxmTkI&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBhEFXh7yz36h7XBjt8rTvo_MSYiGCIYkV_mu2gQWSsXQ&oe=66B20304	0	3	Achieve Career Advancement	Rice University - Glasscock School of Continuing Studies	9761	https://facebook.com/ricecontinuingstudies	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952878	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952879	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952880	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	825562479688157	1	1.231152964733E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091430392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	MAKE BEDTIME MAGICAL	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521534	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453609641_1023755172479446_7506818568819269088_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Jp8-epwISS8Q7kNvgFi4mkA&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCX5-nNpAZl6VAcA8Wl-jzf3aSoyjqvOLWXo284uba1Vw&oe=66B1F8B4	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453183736_852269320118050_3145290504583263655_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=FefJQ-WCCMUQ7kNvgFWY1Kr&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCRt5POgvgmELO4EKRWl8xNPot1wAnnR6CsAB5kIJENEg&oe=66B1E8C9	0	3	Parents, are you looking for a magical way to transform bedtime for your kids? Listen up! For a short period, we're excited to offer our special line of kids' beds designed with your child's imagination and comfort in mind. Imagine a bed that not only ensures a restful sleep but also sparks joy and adventure in your child’s bedtime routine. That's what Purveyor 15 is all about. Why are we so confident? Because our beds are designed to be the heart of bedtime stories, ensuring every night ends in sweet dreams. Our team focuses on quality, safety, and innovative designs that make our beds a family favorite. Plus, for a limited time, each bed comes with a free a bedtime story adventure series about a young boy named Andy to make bedtime even more special! All you need to do is choose the bed that your child will love, and we'll take care of creating an enchanting bedtime experience. No hassle, just sweet dreams. Are you ready to say goodbye to bedtime woes and find a solution that combines comfort with creativity? Try Purveyor 15's kids' beds. Click on the link below to explore our collection of beds and receive your exclusive offer today! Remember, we're here to make every bedtime a beautiful adventure. So don't wait, this offer is for a limited time only! So, let's turn bedtime into storytime with Purveyor 15. Click 'Order Now' below and bring home the bed that dreams are made of!	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952884	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557539	1754792946	1201	1057530565732157	1	9.9779149870767E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958092140392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521549	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453407297_878627610989650_5869093403556859713_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=105&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7UqwJDcI6yMQ7kNvgEHhvQB&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDeBL6VroFoKnO6SvTHm9xq95EFyNvDkIQ0Kee5cri-pA&oe=66B1F53B	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453498518_1164845117905266_8529815843229497456_n.jpg?_nc_cat=108&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=kAHVlxrfVTYQ7kNvgEh6yti&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCHbqpdmiF8CgFIuwq6bnk8GUeIVdDZGeSxxzrqtA_yDg&oe=66B20EDB	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952892	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952895	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952896	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	1193682325283085	1	8.5506869607032E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091460392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	20% OFF w/Code: "TAKE20"	⏰ Discount Valid for 24hrs⏳	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521542	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453654172_796827245803902_624989331376736945_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rEFcUI435KwQ7kNvgGYoMBF&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCim_zTNebvGwgzN4UQFmOE6JkFx1GQvWCjBs_3LT_nxw&oe=66B1EC24	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453746557_1047746580391676_2354372629557688394_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=Qy9Ep-zZD-EQ7kNvgFdHI_6&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYDnaYHdbt-EZFrMlBMSSqBKlef-1C3KehPsyy35ux0INg&oe=66B1F227	0	3	😱👼Prices reduced on our best-sellers. Get 20% OFF your entire order with Purveyor 15 for the next 24 hours only. ⏰ ✨ Discover the perfect bed, crafted for comfort and imagination, offering a cozy haven for your little ones. 🏰 Ensure a night of sweet dreams with our magical selections. 💤	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952901	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	505547415183269	1	3.6945556141424E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	238278819844992	Purveyor15	120211958091050392	purveyor15.com	Order Now		NONE	dco	KIDS BEDS BY PURVEYOR 15	Kids Bed By Purveyor 15	https://purveyor15.com/collections/all-products		1722521560	2.3827881984499E+14	Purveyor15	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453729983_1404897903525910_3025930724287738860_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=8FclyOS_HKwQ7kNvgHZNZo8&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBiTdewZmr6HB6Dd09PXUNrJPyG2ai-et_1kmslXA0XKg&oe=66B1F841	person_profile	0	PURVEYOR 15 BEDS \| Montessori Inspired Beds	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453720204_1005013611125441_8045112687903793415_n.jpg?_nc_cat=111&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=S5XvUUu5cIUQ7kNvgFohh7N&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC5KGKaN5DC3AWCqwfVqQ_o3zAmleIWxK6R3cs2WCq9ZQ&oe=66B1FB1B	0	3	The perfect gift for any occasion. Nothing says I love you like sweet dreams with Purveyor 15.	Purveyor15	1962	https://facebook.com/purveyor15	ORDER_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952927	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	2621979228167427	1	1.6923121948548E+15	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	407377499325198	Marit Kelly Portraits	120209861969630426	instagram.com	Visit Instagram profile		NONE	image			http://instagram.com/maritkellyart		1722518608	4.073774993252E+14	Marit Kelly Portraits	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453384596_790743103228230_6326708516662870114_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=nNHwnaSpy54Q7kNvgEtU13W&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYBup0RZx7Ihkzyp3M8JCeVh8sX9TkxTMRMn1mlmgO1oTQ&oe=66B1E683	person_profile	0	Marit Kelly	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453861036_472489365567117_8304888307162315602_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=vo_O5NEgRaYQ7kNvgGf8eZU&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYC1D_I7iw_0-Icelbf6zYuD-ZmQrAsbY2VUXCi75sdFGA&oe=66B20CC1	0	3	A seascape of Tenby. Oil on board. <br /> .<br /> .<br /> .<br /> #maritkellyart #landscapepainting #oilpainting #tenbypainting #landscape #contemporarylandscapepainting #art #abstractpainting #seascape #landscapeart #coastline #seasideart	Marit Kelly Portraits	110	https://facebook.com/maritkellyportraits	VIEW_INSTAGRAM_PROFILE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952929	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557540	1754792946	1201	2231953833824750	1	9.2714795880316E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	35951776207	Tootsie Roll	6601266364631				NONE	video					1722517762	35951776207	Tootsie Roll	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453598459_1932815207189664_4585744427819014730_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=1c7lVtuCnIEQ7kNvgFijsye&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYBT1Cm9jmOuh5wxdWw5y1ZprYxL33FLFGQ8htAPrSYuIQ&oe=66B2122B	person_profile	0	Tootsie Roll Industries	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453509040_2708904089258668_5176628953767750132_n.jpg?_nc_cat=109&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=rhFuTpn5aD0Q7kNvgGVlyVQ&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYDGm2j_5jJvuofZOKv5zHZggsgWgnMYwV2FtoyFh6cMXQ&oe=66B1FD9F	0	3	Yes, this training is mandatory 😂 #tootsieroll #dance #office #funny #training #worklife	Tootsie Roll	1727551	https://facebook.com/tootsieroll		1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952936	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792946	1201	460851663426910	3	8.373339618267E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	153474711179254	Stephen Kelly Ahuja	6622860715257	fullforsale.shop	Shop Now		NONE	dco	Strength Training & Home Fitness Dumbbells	Shop with PayPal for 100% confidence	https://fullforsale.shop/products/strength?campaign_id={{campaign.id}}&adset_id={{adset.id}}&ad_id={{ad.id}}		1722500510	1.5347471117925E+14	Stephen Kelly Ahuja	https://scontent-iad3-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453531518_467509969391152_5414519799552645350_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=cJFCNb3zNrsQ7kNvgFPOlPp&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-2.xx&oh=00_AYCfVTQKlFzDaFqqj7vlXgml3e8EtKxsgr46fzwtjJzfGg&oe=66B1F417	person_profile	0	Stephen Kelly Ahuja	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453775125_1057311255813198_5881949206667072179_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=7-bRrXp8OYwQ7kNvgH1VDjD&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAXUiMHiLgxbdhoxrcW5JJR8zEiBSr2655HosKRFyVB5g&oe=66B20B4A	0	3	💪 Adjustable dumbbells save your workout space. ✅ 50lbs dumbbell can changes 5 steps weights. 80lbs dumbbell can change 9 steps weight. 🏆 You just need One dumbbell instead of 5-9 dumbbells. The weight 50 lbs and 80 lbs provide for woman and man who are suitable for any fitness enthusiasts.	Stephen Kelly Ahuja	0	https://facebook.com/61552670276254	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
1952941	1	active	8/1/24, 7:12 PM	8/9/25, 9:29 PM	1722557541	1754792946	1201	1480860019487121	3	3.6252054689073E+14	1722495600	person_profile	eligible	NONE	0	1	0	127946854705972	Drive Toyota NW	120211016222960075	toyota.com	Shop Now		NONE	carousel	Check out our lineup.	Tackle the trails.	https://www.toyota.com/pacificnorthwest/deals-incentives/?vehicles=rav4hybrid&siteid=tda_psm_ptl_facebook		1722261921	1.2794685470597E+14	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453193761_1623225324915896_2599208179618692130_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s60x60&_nc_cat=107&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=5xtgLJ64aNUQ7kNvgFUtd3C&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYAkfz0knz-OAGJZgqCwUhUw2W6naZVhizj84hiyg79olw&oe=66B1E94B	person_profile	0	Drive Toyota NW	https://scontent-iad3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.35426-6/453385168_517691224147382_7742604579513575894_n.jpg?_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=c53f8f&_nc_ohc=lrdUEExEvKgQ7kNvgETcAuu&_nc_ht=scontent-iad3-1.xx&oh=00_AYCYCDTjlU5rvLh3i1JrAwWVOfX2ABrm-AQNxdraBdhZQQ&oe=66B20E16	0	3	Tackle the trails.	Drive Toyota NW	3795	https://facebook.com/DriveToyotaNW	SHOP_NOW	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I already have the papers drawn up..."<br /> I'm standing there and can't move, clutching the pregnancy test in my hands...<br /> I can't let him know that I know his plans...I need to get out of here.<br /> [A wife always knows. Sign them. Byebye.]<br /> I rub my flat belly. He can afford to wait, but my belly can't.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> <br /> Im sitting here in shock as i sit here and look at 2 lines happiness and fear is going through me, happiness because im finally pregnant after 4 years of being married to richard and then the fear because he has never mentioned having kids with me and then there is the plan b he makes sure i take after we sleeping.<br /> I worked up enough courage to tell him and show him the pregnancy test and as im about to knock on his home office door i hear him talking in a hush tone. I told you baby im divorcing her I already have the papers drawn up in my desk you just have to give me time to break it to her and how to break it to her, yes baby our dinner plans are still on for tonight ill meet you there, i love you too and ill see you in a little bit.<br /> Im standing there and can't move clutching the pregnancy test in my hands with tears rolling down cheeks and i forced myself to move out of the front of his office door and walk to our bedroom hid the pregnancy test and jump into the shower to hide my tears. I guess I can put the blame on myself i knew who his childhood love is and i hoped that he would fall in love with me and forget about her but it doesn't look like the case and how dumb i feel.<br /> Im standing there under the water letting it hit my face and going over a plan in my head I've already made up my mind while he is gone ill pack up my stuff and sign the divorce papers in his home office then im gone. I was lost in my thoughts and didn't hear Richard get in the shower with me until i felt his arms wrap around me and pull me back into him.<br /> Showering without me are you? I felt so sick by his touch but I can't let him know that I know his plans and I need to get out of here. I went by your office and seen your door shut so I figured you was busy with work and didn't want to bother you, im never to busy for you darling. He turns me around so i will face him his hand is softly stroking my face while he stares at my face like he is taking a mental picture, he smiles then says you know i love you don't you? <br /> I mentally roll my eyes back into my head then smiled and said yes i know and do you know that i love you back? His smile reached his ears yes i do then he stars bussing me ever so passionly and it felt like to me that this will our last time.<br /> He throws me up against the shower wall and hikes one of my legs up to his side, lets make out in the shower its been awhile sense we have done this he said while nibbling on my neck, it has been awhile i said smiling while he slips inside of me. love this round was different we both knew it would be our last time together like this and he is taking his time like he is making a mental video at this moment. He has me pushed up against the wall and my legs are wrapped around his waste, richard im about to, i know darling i am too. <br /> <br /> He sits me down and makes me lean forward and put my hands against the wall then he pounds into me, the bathroom is filled with my moans and his grunts baby do you know how bad your tight little cherry drives me crazy when your getting off? Yes i do and i love that it drives you crazy, he starts stroking harder and faster and i know his release is coming, after he released himself inside of me he grabs me and pulls me close to him while leaving himself inside of me he has never did this before.<br /> He hurried and finished showering and i stay behind to finish up my shower, i came out and looked surprised when i seen him in his suit, going back to the office? Yea i have to finish up some work so ill be late don't wait up for me, you know its hard for me to sleep without you so hurry back as fast as you can and i gave him a warm smile, he walks over to me takes his thumb under my chin to make me look at him then he busses me ever so gently he takes the towel off of me and his hand goes straight to my belly i start to panic does he know? He pulls away and takes a couple steps back and just stares at me if i wouldn't have pulled away we would have went for round 2, so i say giving him a flirty smile after all we are husband and wife, he walks up to me softly stroking my face if i didn't have to be at the office we would definitely go for another round he busses me one more time then looks me in my eyes and says don't forget your plan b pill and don't wait up, i nodd and smile at him and walk over to my night then i hear the bedroom door shut.<br /> I sit on the bed listening to his footsteps fade away, wow he must be in a hurry to get to her because normally he would watch me just to make sure i took it, i walk across the hall and look out the window he is standing there typing on his phone then he slides into the back seat while the driver shuts the door. I grab my iphone log in with his information and read every iMessage between them my heart felt like it was stabbed over and over again he is talking about having kids with her something he has never with me i rub my flat belly don't worry little one mommy will make sure you have the best life i can give you we won't need him.<br /> I walk back to the room pack my things walk to his office to look for the divorce papers, i found them and read through them if i don't give him any trouble i get 50 thousand dollars and his name is already signed so i signed my name and faxed the papers to his lawyer. I laid the divorce papers on top of his desk and added a sticky note on top. A wife always knows and ive already faxed the papers to your lawyer after i signed them take care richard love tessa. I reset my iphone back to factory mode sign in on under his accounts and left the screen on his imessages with laura so that way when he picks it up that will be the first thing he will see and he can't track me if i don't have this phone if he wanted too.<br /> I remember to grab the pregnancy test and the box so i don't leave any evidence behind about my little one he didn't want one anyway at least not with me. I was able to sneak out without the maid seeing me walked down the road a little ways where the cab was waiting for me. I told the cab driver the address and sat back watching out the window I fought hard to keep my tears from falling down my cheeks he doesn't want me then i won't shed no tears for him. I had the cab drop me off at a little hotel where they would let me pay with cash and didn't ask for ID i can hide out here until that money goes into my banking account then i can get it all out and close my account down.<br /> <br /> Richards POV<br /> im stuck with a big dilemma between 2 women that i love except for one knows about the other when the other one don't, laura wants me to divorce tessa and that was the plan until i started having doubts, yes i may have already had the divorce papers drawn up and signed my name but that doesn't mean it's killing me on the inside. The shower love we had earlier was amazing heck every time we sleep its always amazing with tessa who ever thought a shy and quite girl like tessa would be so kinky? She is my type of women in the bed.<br /> I had to get one last look of her undressed body and one last taste of her before i break her heart tomorrow ive made up my mind ive missed laura like crazy while she was away with her dad for 5 years and was over joyed when she let me know that she is moving back I couldn't wait to see her. As twisted as this may sound I haven't touched laura sure we have bussed but out of respect for tessa thats all that has happened between laura and me.<br /> I called it a night with laura actually I couldn't wait to get back home to cuddle into tessa she thinks she is the only one that can't sleep without me but I can't sleep without her warm body pressed into mine it's going to be hard to sleep for awhile without her, am I really about to do this?<br /> I walk into the bedroom and see that the light is on but tessa isnt in the bed or in the room then i noticed that our wedding picture is missing from her night stand so i walk over to the bed and noticed a ripped up picture laying on the bed and its just me her side of the picture is gone, did she find out about laura? I walk to find the maid, have you seen tessa? She was in your office a little while ago faxing something sir, i nodd and ran straight to my office, is everything alright sir? Help me find tessa she isn't in the bedroom or in my office, i see her phone laying on my desk and i open it up and my heart sank when it was the messages between me and laura how did she find out how to do this?<br /> I sit back in my seat with her phone gripped tightly in my hands feeling numb all over when I noticed a sticky note that I don't remember leaving there and when i read it I didn't think it was even possible for my heart to sink any further until i read that she signed them and already faxed them my heart shattered. All I could do was imagine what she went through and is going through right now, where she went to? Is she safe? How could i have been so dumb? Why didn't she even put up a fight or even beg me?<br /> Im pacing back and forth at the foot of our bed imagining her laying in her spot looking so comfortable and sound asleep with me cuddle in behind her. i still see her undressed and standing there went i look in that direction, i still can see how the bottom of her belly was poking out a little and i started to imagine what she would look like with my baby in her and when my hand automatically went there it scared her, i know she isn't pregnant her periods came on time and she takes plan b after we sleep.<br /> I wasn't able to sleep last night so I went back to my home office before the sun came out thats when I noticed her wedding rings was laying there and i felt something I haven't felt in a long time running down my cheeks, it has been awhile sense i have cried I've actually been pretty happy with everything until now, i slid her wedding rings onto my pinky and just stared at them while tears are flowing down my face.<br /> I cant put out a missing persons report because our marriage was a secret I didn't want her to be noticed and live a happy and normal life without anyone knowing who she is. Ah ha she will probably be going to the bank soon to take out the money and ill tell them to notify me when she does, seeing how the bank is ran by my company they can't go against my orders.<br /> Laura has already called me this morning asking if i asked about a divorce yet i told her no because I didn't want to go straight into planning another wedding i still needed to find tessa I didn't want her to hurt.<br /> <br /> Tessa POV<br /> i haven't been able to hardly sleep at all, I wasn't lying to Richard when i told him I couldn't sleep without him but im getting used to it, its been 2 weeks sense i ran away and im about to run out of money so its time to empty my banking account and get the heck out of here so i can live freely and not only that i need to get my little one checked on and get the proper care that i need.<br /> My childhood friend is coming tonight and she is helping me escape tomorrow and we have a plan set up just incase he shows up I doubt he will sense this is what he wanted but its always good to plan ahead. Someone is knocking on my motel door and i know it isn't kelly because she will call my motel room when she gets here, i peek through the peephole and i see Richards assistant and Richard standing behind him with his arms folded across his chest and he doesn't look like she has slept good in ages, my heart drops to my feet has he found me? <br /> <br /> I almost opened the door when they stop someone walking by, excuse me sir have you seen this girl? He looks at the picture nope I can't say i have sorry, take this flyer and if you spot her give us a call and if you give us the right location and we locate her well will give you a great reward.<br /> Why is he looking for me? Is he having regrets? Does he know about the little one? Ive come to far im not turning myself in he probably wants me to get rid of little one if he knows it's coming and I won't take that chance no way. Kelly pulls in and they walk up to her car show her the flyer and i can tell she is trying so hard not to show it on her face, i see her shake her head no I can't hear what they are saying because they are so far away. They get into their vehicle and leave, i see her walking to my door and i hurry up and open it while hiding behind it.<br /> Girl do you know richard was just outside showing a picture of you trying to find you? Yes they knocked on my door but I didn't answer it, what is he wanting? I don't know i gave him what he wanted and he shouldn't know about little one we are the only ones that knows and i made sure to take the box and test with me, its a good thing you are getting out of here tomorrow that was way to close, yes it was I thought for sure he found me and came a hair of opening the door, don't you ever do something that dumb again, o im not promise.<br /> The next day kelly has me so made up that I don't recognize myself in the mirror, i have brown hair and she has me in a blonde wig a outfit that shows way to much of my body and my cleavage, i was just thankful I have a decent pair of flats i can run in if i have too. I put on a pair of over sized sunglasses and get on the bus and head to the bank, i walk into the bank go into the restroom and remove my wig stuff it in my big purse i fix my hair up into a messy bun and head to the tailors window. <br /> <br /> I show her my ID and my banking information i want everything out of my checking account and close my account, the tailor looks at me and smiles then whisperes i know who you are and im supposed to alert mr roads when you arrive to claim the money, please don't I just want to get my money and be on my way, don't worry i won't alert him until i see you walk out the door I can't stand laura she is making brags that she can't marry mr roads because you ran away before he could get you to sign the divorce papers, she hands me the money and i say i have signed the divorce papers and faxed the papers myself to his lawyer he is divorced and im not holding anyone up, <br /> <br /> I figured as much why else would he put 50 thousand into your checking account laura is just making up stories to make herself look good, ill be the run away wife I really don't care he is a free man what he does on his end is up to him, you better get going then before someone spots you, thank you so much she looks at me and gives me warming smile then winks.<br /> <br /> I step outside of the bank and take a last look around i plan not to step back into this city for years, i take one more big breath to calm my nerves down put on my sunglasses i start to take a step then i hear what sounded like someone slamming on their breaks, <br /> <br /> i thought someone was about to get ran over and i take a look to see what was going on when i noticed who's car it was i froze in my spot. Come on tessa get yourself together think of little one, i see a door open and richard gets out hollering my name, wait tessa i need to talk to you i shake my head no and turn around to take my steps away, tess please wait for me we need to talk, i turn to look at him and he is trying to dodge vehicles to get across the road to me and i spot my opportunity and took off running away from him and at this point instead of hollering my name he is screaming it.	World002	88	https://facebook.com/61551823504143	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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But Savage came back.<br /> "Piper, rumor has it that the VP Savage is back for his woman who he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be?" I asked.<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "Mom, what should we do?"<br /> I smiled, "Call Venom."<br /> This could very well mean a war between them.<br /> <br /> Chapter 1: Piper<br /> My name is Piper. I'm called a lot of names. I am a social worker that works with hard to place kids who are often in trouble with the law, and no one wants in their homes. I have worked with MC's who have members that are married but unable to have children and have chosen to become foster parents.<br /> I am one of three women who will work with the MC's. I have a 17—year—old son that I love more than my own life. He has never seen his father. In fact, his father denied him and accused me of sleeping with his brother.<br /> Venom who was 18 at the time. My best friend Kelly lied to Savage because she wanted him for herself. Venom helped me when Savage left me, and he has helped raise Zack. I hate men, I have a heart of stone now. I have no use for them. I especially hate that ex—friend of mine.<br /> I was on a home visit to a club member of the Red Devil MC when I was told that the Wild Wolf MC had moved back to town and that their club is just down the road from my cabin. Tammy the foster parent said, "Piper, rumor has it the VP, Savage is back for his woman, the woman he should never have left."<br /> "Who would that be I asked?"<br /> "You, Piper."<br /> "They are saying that word is out that you are off—limits. You belong to him."<br /> "Well Tammy, don't worry. That was 10 years ago when we were in school. He left me I didn't leave him remember."<br /> "He choose to marry Kelly and leave me and his son in the cold."<br /> "I know Piper and I'm sorry that happened. None of us could believe that he did that. That he believed that shameless girl and thought that you would cheat on him with his own brother."<br /> "I looked down and said, there is one more thing. His club is also taking over your favorite bar."<br /> "That is the only good bar to dance. That is not going to stop us from going out right" I asked smiling?<br /> "Nope, we are still going dancing."<br /> "Got to go to my next visit talk to you later." I said getting into my car and driving away. I had to pull over at a small park as the tears were flowing. He is back. I hate him.<br /> You still love him, and you know it my mind said. I wiped the tears away and hardened my heart. The whole town will know soon. We are not that big. I started my car and drove to my next visit.<br /> Again, I heard all about Savage. I listened but said nothing. Laurie said "have you heard the news?"<br /> "Your boyfriend is back in town."<br /> I kept a straight face and said "he is just that. An old boyfriend and I don't care. He needs to stay away from me."<br /> " I heard he divorced Kelly one month later and cut her off."<br /> " Not my problem" I said. Completed the visits and scheduled my next one before getting in my car. I need to fight. Then I remember I have a fight in a few days.<br /> I started my car and drove to the cabin. How am I going to tell Zack that is father's club moved back to town? As for telling everyone he was back in town to claim his woman, that is a laugh.<br /> I remember the day he accessed me of cheating with his brother. We were both in shock. But what hurt the most was when he took my ex—best friend as his wife.<br /> Then he threw in my face Kelly was having his child. My child was not his. He yelled in front of all our friends that his brother was the father of my child.<br /> Are friends were in shock. Beast his friend and president of the MC kept telling Savage he was making a big mistake.<br /> But savage refused to listen to him. I stopped going out, I withdrew and cried all the time. The only one who understood what I was going through was Tara.<br /> If it was not for her I would not be where I am today. It has been 10 years since I even saw or talked to any of them. I just got my life back together again.<br /> No they are back. I hate Savage and Kelly. I hater her family. Especially her sister. She backed Kelly's lie about seeing me and Savages brother togeather.<br /> I just need to stay away from them. Zack hates his father. We told him the truth of why is dad is not here, why is uncle is helping to raise him.<br /> My son is the most important thing to me. Zack and his friends keep me sane. But right now I feel like I am unraveling again. Like I want to grab Zack and run.<br /> But, I can't do that. I need to pull myself togeather, show no emotions but hate. Hate for Savage and Kelly. To keep that wall around me that keeps men out.<br /> Chapter 2: Savage<br /> I am back in the same town as my club that I left 10 years ago. I am the VP of the Wild Wolf MC. This is the town where all my problems started at a teenage boy. A boy who believed a lying b1tch over the girl I loved. The girl that had my son. The girl who is a woman now.<br /> I hate women and believe they are good for one things. Their bodies. I will never make them my Valkyrie, my old lady. Only one can have the position now. Since divorcing my lying ex—wife, Piper is the only woman who can tame me.<br /> Most of the women in my club know better than to approach me. And the men. They all knew now that we returned that if they ever hear the name Piper introduced to them or she is pointed out to them she is mine. She has always been mine and she is hands—off to them all.<br /> They also know that I have a son. What they don't know is that I left her. Of course, the rumors will spread, and I am sure they will hear everything. They also know that I have a brother one—year—old than myself, and we hate each other.<br /> I did call him when we arrived in town. He told me to stay away from Piper. I heard that he helped her after I left town and that he helped raise my son. He did what I was supposed to do but was not man enough to.<br /> My brother also told me in no certain terms I am not to approach him in public or any bar we both might be in. He called me a worthless and cheating dirtbag.<br /> There is going to be a war in town and not between biker clubs but my brother, myself, Kelly, Piper and Zack. I did forget to tell you that Kelly is a club shameless girl. She really lowered herself.<br /> Then he looked at me and said.<br /> "You are my VP but since you threw Piper away, I am going to try and catch her for myself."<br /> I growled at him, and he said "Savage, you through her away you can't get mad because I or any other man wants her for themselves."<br /> "You could have had the best but ended up with the bottom of the barrel."<br /> "We have been friends throughout high school. Every one of us wanted a chance with Piper but she had eyes only for you."<br /> "Now we all get the chance to try and catch her for ourselves and believe me when I say this. Whoever catches Piper this time we plan to drag her to the alter so fast your head will spin."<br /> "If it is me, I will claim her in front of the club and put a ring on her after the claiming. We will be married the following month. I am just giving you a fair warning."<br /> I had been warned by the president and my best friend. He wants Piper. He always has but he never tried to go for her after she and I started dating. Now that I threw her away, she was now open game.<br /> Anyone of the men could try to earn her trust and claim her for their own woman. I knew that Beast would have been the one she dated if I had not moved into this town and started at the high school.<br /> I also knew that he would be the one she would date if she wasn't dating anyone now. I was sitting drinking a beer when Beast said "let's go, Savage, we need to go to the store and get food and drinks in the club."<br /> "We also need to buy cleaning supplies."<br /> "Fine,"<br /> "oh and we are going to have to contact a cleaning company to come in and help get this place into shape. I have a list of what the cleaning crew will need. They will come in once a week and clean our bedrooms and occasionally cook for the clubhouse."<br /> "Fine let's head to Walmart."<br /> As I walked outside and got on my bike, I saw the van and two prospects waiting inside. We started our bikes and pulled out onto the road and headed to town.<br /> I hate shopping but I hoped to see Piper. But, I doubt that is going to happen. People that have talked to us say that Piper changed.<br /> She changed 10 years ago and not for the better. She does not date, and spends all her time with her son and his friends. She does go out sometimes, but not often.<br /> They say that Piper is a hard worker but can be rude if she is bothered. She spends time at my brothers MC and they all respect her.<br /> But, since I left and married Kelly she hates me and Kelly. I don't blame her, after I calmed down I hate Kelly. Gossip is that Piper would rather kill me as to look at me.<br /> I asked about my son. Several people tell me not to even go there. He does not ever want to see or meet me. He hates me as much as Piper does.<br /> He says my brother has been more of a father, which is the truth. I did throw my son away. For a lying girl.<br /> Chapter 3: Beast See's Piper<br /> I decided to stop at Wal—Mart before heading home. It was going to be a nice weekend and Zack and his buddies asked to have a cookout and fire this weekend. I bought the food he asked for along with other things that I needed. He stated that a few friends were putting tents up and I was ok with that.<br /> I was just grabbing paper plates and napkins the last of the items I needed when I saw the back of the cuts. Four men wearing Wild Wolf cuts. I threw the items into the card and turned to walk the opposite way when I saw a man leaning against the shelf.<br /> I slowly looked up and saw how he had an 8 pack, muscled arms, and a handsome face. He looked familiar.<br /> "Excuse me but you are in my way I said in a hard voice."<br /> " I don't think so, Piper."<br /> " Who are you I asked?"<br /> " Now is that any way to talk to the first boy who would have been your boyfriend if Savage had not moved to town."<br /> " Beast I don't care if it is you. I want nothing to do with any of you so get out of my way right now."<br /> "You have changed Piper. You are even more beautiful but you are one angry cold—hearted woman now."<br /> "Ya, and who's fault is that? Blame your no good cheating, lying VP. Now I would appreciate it if you would not talk to me again."<br /> I walked around him and continued to walk toward the front of the store to pay for my purchase and go home. Well dam, I thought. Savage did more damage to her then I thought. He really broke her heart. And she has built one wall around herself. I walked quickly up to the front and followed her outside to her car.<br /> "Look, Piper, I'm not Savage. I know he hurt you. I looked at him and growled yelling:"<br /> "I hate him so much. I can't stand the sight of him. I will never forget what he did to me. He doesn't remember as he moved on. So be it."<br /> "He is the reason I hate men. He is the reason I have a heart of stone. He is the reason I exist and don't live. I exist by working helping children who have no one."<br /> "I have a heart of stone but for children. I have no time for men and do not want to date. I have my son Zack who is 15 now. You do remember I was 15 years old when I had him."<br /> "I am now 25. Savage was 17 years old then. Did you forget what else did he do to me to make him hate him so much? He left me at the altar and married my best friend. and denied our child."<br /> "He spent a night with her once and she told him she was pregnant. Then she told him that I cheated on him with his brothe! She’s a liar!"<br /> "Now he is sorry. He lost three of the most important people. Me, his son, and his on relative his brother over her lies. He won't forgive him either."<br /> "I have all I need in my life now. I have my son, who I will kill for, I also have my wolf, and my cabin at the edge of the woods, my car and motorcycle."<br /> " Yes, I ride a bike in my free time. I also am the adopted sister of the president of the Freedom Riders and your clubs hated enemy."<br /> " And now he has given me another reason to hate him more. Your club has taken over my favorite bar. He just continues to build my hate for him and your club more and more."<br /> " What else can he do to make me hate him and your club Beast?"<br /> " Stay away from me and my son all of you. And tell that man if and when I chose to date it will never be a member of your club it will be a member of my brother's club."<br /> " To be precise, it will be my brother's VP Psycho. He has waited for me for 10 years now. And he said he will continue to wait. So screw you, Savage and your club, I then turned and got in my Kia Journey and started it backing out and driving out of the parking lot never looking back."<br /> I drove home not realizing the tears flowing down my face. As I pulled into the driveway my son ran out to meet me. He took one look at me running over and opening my door.<br /> "Mom, what is wrong?"<br /> " Your dad and his club moved back to town. I saw their president Beast at Walmart."<br /> I looked at Zack and he put his arms around me.<br /> " He might want to take you away from me."<br /> " Never, that man deserted us and denied that he was my father. Mom, I will never leave you for him. I know you might want to meet him someday."<br /> " I don't want to meet him. Uncle Venom raised me to me he is my father."<br /> " Oh, Zack it hurts. My heart hurts so much. How could he believe her lies? How could he not want us?"<br /> " I don't know mom but you will always have me. Come on let's go into the cabin and I will make you a cup of coffee."<br /> He had his arms wrapped around me as we walked into the cabin and past his friends. They looked at him with concern.<br /> I shook my head and nodded toward the door. They walked out waiting for me. I made mom her coffee and told her I would get the groceries. I walked out the door shutting it and looked at my friends with anger.<br /> "I told them what my mom said."<br /> "That dirtbag needs to stay from your mom. His club has caused enough problems. Now your mom's company has to clean their clubhouse once a week."<br /> Chapter 4: Arriving at The Wolf Rider MC<br /> I was shocked when Donna and Elizabeth told me who had contracted with us to clean their clubhouse once a week.<br /> "You can do this Piper."<br /> "Just remember your hate for him and the club and do what you do best, clean."<br /> "Alright,"<br /> I sighed. We walked into the clubhouse and Beast met us.<br /> "Piper, what are you doing here?"<br /> "One of my girls got sick so I am covering for her. I am part—owner of the company. I am here to clean nothing more. Now let us get started so we can get out of here."<br /> "Fine we will stay out of your way."<br /> I turned around as did the members of the club when they heard her name. She is even more beautiful than when she was 15 years old. She doesn't even look like she had a kid.<br /> The men looked at me and said. "That's your woman?" I nodded my head. She didn't look at any of us.<br /> Let's start upstairs and work our way down I heard her say. I watched as she walked up the stairs. The women were up there for about two hours before they started down here. They started in the kitchen and worked their way out to our bar.<br /> I watched her work, and she was very efficient. When they were finished, she looked at Beast and said.<br /> "They will be here every Friday if that is fine with you."<br /> " That's fine."<br /> "We have agreed on coming in for special events when given a two—week notice."<br /> "Great that will work out fine. See you next week "<br /> I said. "No, you won't. My girl should be back by then."<br /> I turned to walk away when he called my name. I turned and looked at him.<br /> "I want to see my son."<br /> I laughed, "son?"<br /> "You don't have a son, or did you forget?"<br /> "Besides, he doesn't want to see you." I then said. "Stay away from me." I turned and walked out of the door.<br /> "Sounds like your woman hates your guts Savage one of the members" said.<br /> "I guess she does and she has a right to."<br /> I sat back down drinking my beer. I looked over at Kelly sitting across the room with a smug smile on her face. I called one of the new prospects over, one that had scars on his face and Kelly continues to refuse to give him head. I said I'm about to give you a gift. He looked at me funny.<br /> "Kelly get over it. You want to put a smug look on your face."<br /> "Get down on your knees and give him head now."<br /> "No, I don't want to do him."<br /> "You will do what you are told now give him head."<br /> We all watched as she was forced to give the prospect head. When she was finished, I said," take her to a room and do her any way you want."<br /> "Anyway, I want?" he asked<br /> "Anyway, you want."<br /> I watched as the prospect pulled her out of the bar screaming.<br /> Every time I see that smug look on her face, I make her pay. Now she will pay every time my woman looks at me with hate in her eyes or I see her with another male.<br /> I make her do the men she refuses to do. She has begged me many times not to make her do them, but I don't care. Instead of marrying her I should have married Piper. Now I have nothing but Piper's hate.<br /> I don't even have my son. The son that lying girl said belonged to my brother. "Hey Savage,"<br /> "What."<br /> "We just saw you down the road working on a bike accept instead of blonde hair you had black."<br /> I looked up and said, "what did you say?"<br /> "We just saw a teenage boy who looks just like you, but he has black hair instead of blonde."<br /> Could it be my son? "Where?"<br /> "How far down the road?"<br /> "About 10 miles down the road going toward town."<br /> I thought about riding down that way but decided not to. He most likely was gone by now. I keep hearing every say they see a kid that looks like me.<br /> I have not seen him, but again I have not stepped foot out of the club that often since I have been back in town. I am sure that I will soon meet my son.<br /> But I also have a feeling the meeting will not be good. Everyone in this town knows what I had done and said. When we moved our club back to town I was given hateful looks.<br /> Then I would hear, "How is Piper going to handle me be and Kelly being back in town. And how is Pipers son going to deal with Savage's and Kelly's son or daughter?"<br /> "Other times I heard if Savage and Kelly have a son we can place bets that Pipers son and that boy will be going head to head and Pipers son will hate him just as much as he hates his father."	Derf003	55	https://facebook.com/100095374911526	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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The jubilant exclamations. "Oh yes! Oh Alpha!"<br /> <br /> It hit me with a waive of nausea. My husband, my mate... was sleeping someone else in his bedroom across the hall. By the sounds of things, the woman was enjoying it a lot more than I had. I grasped my phone, but there was no use in calling anyone now. I knew the sickness that I had could not be helped by any doctor. There is no cure for the pain of an unfaithful mate. I knew it. And he knew it. He knew exactly what he was doing to me. I curled up on the floor, but there was no way to get any relief. I heard his lover scream in desire, just as the pain became so unbearable that I lost consciousness.<br /> <br /> That is how I woke up. Fell on my bedroom floor, smeared with my own blood. The stabbing pain was over and gone, but the ache of betrayal remained. It didn't matter that he didn't like me and I didn't like him... there was a thing that bonded us together that was beyond our control. My poor wolf was crying , whimpering, traumatized.<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. I found myself face to face with Nolan.<br /> <br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned fool. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across downstairs.<br /> <br /> ...<br /> <br /> I knew it was bad news when Daddy called me into the office to talk. When we want to discuss something nicely as a family, we do it around the dinner table. We don't get called into the office unless we are in trouble. As I followed Beta Phillip through the pack-house, I felt that heavy sense of foreboding weighing me down. I saw a sort of pity in Phillip's face when paused to let me catch up, and glanced back at me. I was already searching my mind, trying to think of what I might have done to get myself in trouble... but I'm really a pretty boring girl. I couldn't think of anything that might have triggered my father so badly that he would call me into the office.<br /> <br /> We came to a stop in front of the heavy oak door. Phillip knocked twice, and my father promptly called, "Enter!" Phillip opened the door, and stood aside for me to precede him into the room. It was so formal, it felt all wrong. And then he closed the door again, shutting me inside with my father. Daddy was hunched at his desk, and he didn't look happy. His handsome face was haggard, and somehow, he looked older today than he had just a few days ago. "Sit down, Nina."<br /> <br /> I limped to one of the leather wing backed chairs that faced his desk. I didn't limp because I had any recent injury, I just had bad legs. I sank gingerly down on the leather, sitting on the very edge, because somehow it didn't feel safe to relax. Daddy wasn't looking at me... he was looking at papers on his desk. He cleared his throat several times, as if he was struggling to find the right words. When he looked up, his face had hardened, and when he spoke, he spoke with his firm Alpha voice. Not his Daddy voice. That made me shrink back further into the chair.<br /> <br /> "Nina, as part of the treaty negotiations with the Gold Mountain Pack, I have agreed to a marriage alliance. You, Nina Boyton, will marry the Alpha's son, Nolan Pierceson on the next new moon."<br /> <br /> I felt like someone had punched me, knocked the air out of me. "What? Daddy! How could you??" I ,whispered in shock. Arranged marriages were an archaic thing of the past. Nobody did that any more, did they?<br /> <br /> Daddy looked pained. "I did it for the sake of our pack, Nina. We are a small pack, and since your mother..." he couldn't quite bring himself to say the word "died"..."We are weak and vulnerable. We need the protection of a larger, stronger pack. This political alliance will ensure our safety and our survival."<br /> <br /> I felt so many emotions whipping through me, I couldn't grab a hold of them. "But... why me?" I had two sisters, one older, and one younger. Janice was smart and strong, one of our best warriors. And the younger, Hannah was the beautiful one. None of us had found our mates, we were all single and available. I was almost sure if the Alpha of Gold Mountain had ever seen the three of us, he would have picked one of them. Not me. I am the most ordinary, non-descript, and insignificant of the Alpha's daughters. And then it hit me like a slap in the face. Without my father answering me, I knew why he had sacrificed me. I'm the weak one. I'm the expendable one. I'm the one with the "bad legs".<br /> <br /> "Its not what you think, Nina." My father said quietly. "It has nothing to do with your... condition." He never knew quite how to refer to my inexplicably weak legs. The pack doctors hadn't been able to diagnose the problem, even the human doctors had shrugged me off after a battery of inconclusive tests. I waited for him to explain. But my father didn't elaborate further, and that irritated me.<br /> <br /> "Don't I get a say in this? Don't you need my consent before you sell me off "for the sake of the pack"? What if I refuse?"<br /> <br /> My father's face blanched for a moment, and then darkened. "If you refuse, I will disown you, and you will be exiled from the pack."<br /> <br /> His words hit me like a slap in the face. My own father would throw me out of the family and out of the pack and make me go rogue? Who was this man, behind the desk? Surely this wasn't my Daddy. He wouldn't have done this to me. I felt a hot tear run down my cheek, and I could only think, if Mama had been alive, she never, ever would have allowed him to do this to me. For a few moments I seriously considered the option of refusing and being exiled. I didn't really stand a chance, as a lone she-wolf without a pack. I wasn't physically strong enough, but more importantly... I couldn't stand the idea of being forever separated from the family that I loved. Daddy was doing something terrible at that moment, that broke my heart. His responsibilities as Alpha had to come first... even if it meant sacrificing his own daughter. Although everything inside me was raging against it, I had to obey his order. Not only for him, but for the pack that I loved.<br /> <br /> My shoulders slumped forward in defeat. I could no longer meet his eye, and stared down at my toes instead. I couldn't find the words to speak, so I simply nodded. I didn't see his face, but I could hear the relief in his voice. I wonder if he'd secretly been worried that I would actually choose exile over a forced marriage. But when he spoke, it was the heartless, stern, Alpha voice again. "You will pack up your things. You will leave tomorrow in the morning."<br /> <br /> My head jrked up. "So soon? But you said, on the new moon?"<br /> <br /> "I said the marriage would take place on the new moon. The alpha has requested you to come immediately. Gretta will come and help you pack." He shuffled the papers on his desk, as if they were suddenly more important than his daughter. "You are dismissed."<br /> <br /> Dismissed? I don't ever remember my father speaking to me like that... like I was some underling to order about. I made my way back to my room in a stupor, passing pack members in the hall but not really seeing anyone, or hearing their greetings. I shut the door in my room and managed to lean back against it before the strength left my legs and I sank to the floor. Being forced to marry a stranger was bad enough, but it had deeper, more far reaching implications. I would be forever tied to a man I didn't love, and I would never get to experience the joy and completion of finding my mate. That's what every wolf longed for, as soon as they came of age. To find your goddess-given soul mate, the magical person who would complete you and make you whole. All happiness and satisfaction was tied up in that one, fated person. And I would be denied it, forever. Great big tears of self pity rolled down my cheeks as I absorbed the unfairness of it all.<br /> <br /> After awhile a knock came at the door, and Gretta, a sweet little omega who worked in the pack house poked her head in. "I was told to come assist you, Miss Nina." I sighed and hauled myself to my feet. I might as well resign myself to my miserable fate.<br /> <br /> "I need to pack," I said dully. "I'm leaving in the morning."<br /> <br /> "Oh, of course." She was too submissive to dare to ask where or why. I wondered if my sisters knew already, or if they were being kept in the dark too. I wasn't sure I could face them right now. I pulled two suitcases out of my closet that I had only used once when mother took us on a trip to Mexico. "What exactly do you want to pack?"<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled open my drawers. "Just the absolute essentials Gretta," I said, pulling out my favorite clothes and throwing them on the bed. I was a no-nonsense kind of girl when it came to fashion. I preferred comfort over style, and I didn't own many nice or fancy things. I pulled a couple of nice dresses out of the closet and tossed them on the pile, for formal occasions. I wondered idly if there would be a real wedding dress for this farce of a marriage, or if we were just going to stand before the officiant in our street clothes while it was made legal.<br /> <br /> I looked around my room, trying to gauge what other things I needed to take. I slipped my mother's delicate porcelain jewelry box into the bag, wrapped carefully in one of my sweatshirts. There was the picture of my sisters and I, taken several years ago, our arms looped around each other, smiling happily at the camera. There was my leather bound journal, and my laptop. Other things seemed too childish to take to your marriage home... like the old, worn stuffed bear that had graced my pillow since I was six years old. But I did finally take the fuzzy lap-blanket, printed with cheerful sunflowers and butterflies, and tuck it in the top of my bag. After adding in the practical toiletries and other necessities, I sighed and declared the work finished. I felt a little sad that the entire of my 19 years of life could so easily be condensed into two suitcases, and another fat tear rolled down my cheek.<br /> <br /> I'd never felt so worthless and unloved in all my life. But now I had to face the facts. My own father considered me expendable. The Gold Mountain pack had demanded a bride, and I had been, quite literally, thrown to the wolves. A part of me wanted to call my sisters, to cry to them, to tell them how scared and worried I was about this great unknown responsibility that had just fallen on me... but I couldn't. I suppose I resented them. They would go on with their normal, happy lives after I left. My fate didn't matter much to them, in the grand scheme of things. Their sympathy at this point would only make me feel worse.<br /> <br /> I thanked Gretta for her help, and quietly closed the door behind her. My suitcases were standing neatly by the door. I grabbed my old, well loved teddy bear and curled up on the bed, and tried to shut my mind to all the hurt and all the worries that were eating at me. My mother would have said, "Chin up, sweetheart. Face the world head-on." Thinking of my sweet mother only made me cry harder, until I fell into an exhausted sleep.<br /> I awoke to a timid knock on the door. Dawn was barely breaking outside my window, and I was still sprawled across my bed in yesterday's clothes. My eyes felt puffy and gritty from crying. I had never eaten dinner, and my stomach was complaining. "Miss Nina?" Gretta called timidly. "The Beta says you should be prepared to leave in one hour."<br /> <br /> One hour. Jeezus, they weren't wasting any time in shipping me out of here. I dragged myself to the shower. The pain and weakness in my legs was always the worst first thing in the morning. I braced myself against the sink while I stripped down, and turned the shower on as hot as it could possibly go. I scrubbed and scrubbed at my skin as if I could wash away whatever fault, whatever weakness had made my father choose me. When my skin was pink and irritated, I washed my long, dark hair, and stepped out in a billow of herbal scented steam. What were you supposed to wear when you were being traded off to another pack? I felt like I should wear something black and ugly. After all, I was mourning the loss of my life, my hope, my freedom. But I decided against the funeral garb, and opted for a sun dress that was pretty, but casual. The bright turquoise color went well with my dark honey skin, and made my eyes look more gold than brown. I pulled my hair up into a lose bun, and fastened my favorite turquoise beaded choker around my neck, with the dainty, matching earrings. I stared at my reflection critically in the mirror. No matter how flattering the clothes, or pretty the jewelry, the young woman staring back at me was still just... me. The epitome of ordinary. Neither tall nor short, fat nor skinny, pretty nor ugly. I was simply unremarkable in every way... unless today you counted the fact that my eyes were still red and swollen and I was more pale than usual.<br /> <br /> At precisely 7:00 am there was a sharp knock on my door. I opened it, expecting to see my father, but instead it was his gamma, Pedro. "Miss Nina, your father said I am to drive you to the Gold Mountain pack. Are you ready?"<br /> It was a two hour drive from our small pack to the much larger Gold Mountain Pack territory. But you know when you DON'T want to arrive somewhere, it seems like the journey goes in the blink of an eye. If I were looking forward to this meeting, the two hours would have seemed forever. As it was, Pedro drove silently. My father's third had always been open and friendly with me, so I wondered if my father had given him orders not to talk to me. That hurt. Hurt on top of hurt seemed to be the order of the day. And I was hungry. I never went down for dinner the night before, and I had been rushed out of the house before I had a chance to eat breakfast this morning. With every grumble of my empty stomach, my mood was growing a little darker.<br /> <br /> I'd never been into Gold Mountain Territory. I'd only heard stories of the notorious pack. They were big, and strong, and brutal. Their warriors were considered the best, the elite, and reportedly trained relentlessly. They had no mercy on their enemies, and had reportedly wiped out entire packs who had betrayed them in one way or another. But I always took these kinds of stories with a grain of salt. Every pack wanted to be known as the biggest and the baddest, and stories tended to be exaggerated to bolster that reputation. My impression as we crossed the boundary and entered into their pack grounds was of absolutely beautiful, wild looking gardens, and a huge manor that would have fit our pack house inside it four times. It was T shaped and sprawled out into three wings, a beautiful structure built from native stone, with big windows framed by black shutters. It was fronted by a huge veranda and two big ornate doors that opened into the main hall.<br /> <br /> Pedro parked the SUV, and for the first time in the whole trip, Pedro turned and spoke to me. He laid his big, rough hand on mine in my lap. "Stay strong, Miss Nina. You can do this." That is all he said. He climbed out, and came around to open my door, as if I were someone important. He pulled my suitcases out of the boot, and then he escorted me up to the veranda, where a handful of people were waiting for me.<br /> <br /> There was a huge man, and I mean HUGE, who seemed to be about my father's age. He should have been nearly seven feet tall, with arms like tree trunks. His ruddy face was framed by two overgrown sideburns and a crazy mop of hair that reminded me of the Wolverine from the X-men comics. His eyes were a piercing pale blue, and quite cold as they watched me approach. Beside him, in sharp contrast, was a dainty little sprite of a woman. She barely cleared five foot, and was so petite it seemed like a strong wind might blow her away. She had long, curling blond hair, and beautiful green eyes, and a wide, friendly smile. I was so happy to see at least one smiling face, it eased my tension a bit. The other people stood back a bit from this couple, and seemed to be lower ranking pack members. They stared at me curiously.<br /> <br /> I concentrated really hard on controlling my uneven gate. I did not want these people to see me limping, and if I worked really hard, I could pull it off, but it took a lot of effort, and I had to move slowly. Under the circumstances, I thought it would seem appropriate that I approached a strange pack and strange people with slow caution. The pretty woman danced down the steps, and folded me into a warm and unexpected hvg. "Welcome to Gold Mountain, dear. I am Caydence, and my husband, Bernhard." She gestured to the lumberjack-giant who still stood on the steps. She didn't refer to herself as Luna, or her husband as Alpha, but it was obvious enough that they were the leaders. I looked around and wondered where the son was, the Nolan I was supposed to marry.<br /> <br /> As if sensing my inquiry, the Luna shook her golden curls. "My sons are not here at the moment, but you will meet them soon. Come, lets get you inside and get you settled." She looped her arm through mine, and with one last, helpless glance at Pedro, I let her drag me inside. The great pack house was as beautiful on the inside as it was on the outside, tastefully decorated and thoroughly modern. She lead me through a maze of rooms and corridors in a sort of whirlwind tour. "The conference room is there, and that is the entertainment room... and oh, that's the nursery for the pups... there is a guest bathroom here, and the kitchen is this way. Have you eaten?" She didn't even wait for me to answer, "I'm starving, lets go get some breakfast." She lead me into a huge dining hall, that easily could have seated a hundred people. She pulled me toward a table for two, and no sooner had our backside's hit the seat of the chairs than a uniformed waitress appeared. I recognized her as an omega, by her submissive posture.<br /> <br /> "Kelly dear, this is Nina Boyton, Nolan's betrothed." The waitress peaked up at me in surprise, then quickly looked back down at her order pad. "Nina, this is Kelly, one of our regular kitchen staff. So, what will you have?" Before I could answer, she was putting in her order. "I'll have a four-egg omelette, with Swiss cheese and mushrooms, a blueberry muffin, toasted with butter, and four sausage links."<br /> <br /> I blinked in surprise. How could such a tiny woman put away so much food?? Luna Caydence looked at me expectantly. "Um...I'll also have a muffin, and a cup of tea, please."<br /> <br /> When the waitress had scampered away, Luna Caydence reached across the table and placed her hand over mine. "I'm sure this is a very difficult and uncomfortable transition for you, my dear. But I want you to know that I am here for you, you are most welcome in this family, and I will do everything in my power to make you comfortable. But Nolan..."<br /> <br /> I swallowed... there was something ominous about that. But Nolan what? I was too afraid to ask.<br /> <br /> "Nolan can be... difficult." She said vaguely. "His father and I, we hope that he will settle down now, and take up his responsibilities."<br /> <br /> I frowned and fiddled with the silverware. Difficult? What did difficult mean? I wanted to ask more... I wanted to know more about what this future husband of mine was like. But I couldn't find the words, and I had a feeling that Caydence was done talking about her son. She had moved on, saying how happy she was to have a woman in the family, that she had heard so many nice things about me... well I was sure that was a bunch of baloney. I bet she knew absolutely nothing about me, beyond my name and my marriagablility. Still, I liked Caydence, I appreciated her friendliness. I tried to hide my smile as an enormous platter of food was set before the tiny woman, and she dug into her eggs with gusto. I was feeling very hungry, and probably could have put away nearly as much food, but I didn't want to seem like a glutton, so I tried to nible at my muffin and act lady-like.<br /> <br /> After we finished, (and yes, she finished everything on her plate,) she lead me up the stairs. I swallowed down my horror as I looked at the flights of elegantly curving staircase that I would have to traverse to get to my guest room on the third floor. Navigating stairs were very difficult for my heavy, clumsy legs, and it made them ache something fierce. Was it too much to hope that somewhere in this gigantic house there was a service elevator? Desperately trying to hide my pain and discomfort, I grasped the hand rail, and pulled myself up the stairs behind the spritely woman as fast as I could without falling flat on my face. When we got to the third floor, she looked back at me, struggling up the last few steps, and frowned, but said nothing. She lead me down a long hall, and opened the door to a beautiful guest suite, with a big bed, and a private en-suite bathroom. My suitcases had already been deposited inside. "Make yourself comfortable my dear. I'll send Daisy to you when she's done cleaning up from breakfast. If there is anything you need, she can be of assistance. Now if you'll excuse me, I have some business to attend to.." And just like that, she left me alone in the beautiful room, in the big, strange house.<br /> <br /> Daisy was a delightful young Omega who was assigned to be my maid. Not that I really needed a maid, mind you, but I was happy to have her as a companion. Her name suited her perfectly, because like the wild-flower, she was bright, cheerful, and sunny. Her smile was too wide for her little face, her nose turned up, and her dark blond hair was an uncontrollable riot of curls. Her blue eyes danced with good humor, and she just seemed like the kind of person that was genuinely happy right down to the core of her being. I loved her right away. She helped me unpack my few things, and then we sat together on the bed and we talked for a few minutes.<br /> <br /> "What is life like in the pack?" I asked her.<br /> <br /> She smiled (I don't think I'd seen her NOT smile, ever) "Oh its a good life," She said sincerely. "The Alpha runs a tight ship, we work hard, we train hard, but its a very fair pack, and we have a lot of fun too. We can't wait for your marriage celebration. I hear the Luna is planning a big party, and the whole pack will be invited. I love parties! Even if I have to work in the kitchen, we are allowed to take shifts so we all get to have a turn taking part in the festivities."<br /> <br /> I smiled. I already liked the way the Luna ran her household. In some packs, omegas were treated like slaves. I think at home we treated them fairly. They were paid wages for the work they did, but Daddy didn't exactly go out of his way to make them feel like they were valued members of our family. They were definitely looked down upon, and that had never really sat well with me. Not every member of the pack could be a warrior, and the omega's performed really valuable services by taking care of the children and providing domestic services that the hunters simply didn't have time for.<br /> <br /> "And what what about Nolan. What is he like?"<br /> <br /> For the first time, Daisy's perpetual smile faltered. She pasted it back on, but it wasn't quite as real as it had been before. "Oh he's very handsome." She said. "He's so tall, like the Alpha, but not so burly."<br /> <br /> "Okay, he's nice to look at, but what is he LIKE? What is his personality like."<br /> <br /> Daisy pushed herself off the bed. "I think its better if you get to know him for yourself, mistress. I don't want your impressions of him to be influenced by my opinions. I need to go see about preparing the food. If you need anything just call me." And she slipped away, quietly shutting the door behind her.<br /> <br /> Oh boy. I stared at my hands, at the short trimmed nails that hadn't seen a polish since my thirteenth birthday. All the things that Daisy HADN'T said spoke more loudly than the words she DID say. If Nolan was truly a great guy, she would have been eager to extol his virtues, right? She would have said, "He's really kind. He's really gentle. He's really just." But she didn't say anything. I suppose it was commendable that she chose silence over lies, but I was growing increasingly uneasy. The Luna called him "difficult", and my new friend wouldn't call him anything, except handsome. But it wouldn't matter if he was the most handsome man in the world if he was a complete as hole.<br /> <br /> I felt a little nervous going down to dinner, knowing that I would meet my husband-to-be. I tried to pick out a pretty outfit, without being overtly over dressed. I brushed out my hair and left it loose, as the long chocolate colored waves were maybe one of my best assets. I even tried to put on a little make up, just to add some definition to my eyes. I sighed at my reflection, dissatisfied but knowing that it was the best I could do. I grimaced at the prospect of going down all those stairs, and reminded myself that I needed to ask Daisy if there was a service elevator in the house. The way how it was all decked out with modern appliances, it seemed like it must have a lift hidden somewhere. But then again, they probably hadn't figured in the possibility of a disabled werewolf when they designed the manor.<br /> <br /> I can't describe to you what an ordeal it is for me to navigate a set of stairs. I have to creep down one step at a time. Left foot down, right foot down onto the same stair. And then repeat. If I try to march down the steps like a normal person, alternating feet on alternating stairs, one of my legs is sure to collapse, and I'll take an ugly tumble down. Ask me how I know... I'm embarrassed to say its happened more times than I can count. So I have to go down the stairs like a little kid, clinging to the rail, one step at a time, praying that no one is watching me. Luckily I seem to be the only guest on the third floor at the moment, and I'm nearly at the bottom before I start seeing other people scurrying around in preparation for dinner.<br /> <br /> Daisy came around the corner, her face split in a smile, and her eyes lighting up as she saw me, "Ah there you are mistress! Luna had just sent me to go fetch you. The meal is nearly ready. You look very nice, I love that top." She bubbled cheerfully, and took my elbow to guide me back toward the dining room. Unlike this morning, when the room had been empty, this evening it was crammed full. I swallowed nervously and did my best to straighten my spine and walk normally. From every table, heads turned and looked at me, and people whispered, and I felt the blood rush to my face. I'm not normally shy, but I can't say that I really like being the center of attention either.<br /> <br /> "Nina darling, over here!" The Luna stood, and gestured to an empty seat at what appeared to be the Alpha's table. Daisy patted me on the shoulder and went back to the kitchen, while I made my way to the Luna. I reminded myself that from now on, this was my family, and these were my people. I sat in the empty seat, and looked around, but I still didn't see anyone "tall and handsome" that should be Nolan. There was a slim and slight black man sitting opposite the Alpha, and next to the black man, a pretty and slightly plump white woman. "Our Beta, Floyd, and his wife, Moira." the Luna made the introductions. The beta gave me a look. It was not a nice look. Somehow I imagined it was the look a spectator would give a condemned prisoner. His wife Moira gave me a small, friendly smile, and offered her hand. "Welcome to the family, dear." she said. She had a beautiful, lilting voice.<br /> <br /> The waitstaff started going around the room serving the food. "Its Italian night," the Luna explained, as bowls of salads, plates of meat and cheese lasagna, and carving boards of hot sourdough bread where arranged at each table. The food smelled delicious, and the Luna did not hesitate to compliment the kitchen staff on their excellent work. "Oh Berta, please come and meet Nina Boyton. Nina, this is Berta, she is the manager of our kitchen, an absolute genius with food and hospitality." Berta flushed happily and bobbed in a curtsy.<br /> <br /> "Thank you, Luna. Nice to meet you Mistress. Welcome. If you'll excuse me, the dessert..." and she hurried off again.<br /> <br /> There was the quiet and content murmur of a room full of people where were eating and enjoying casual conversations... when the door suddenly slammed open, and all conversation ground to an abrupt halt. Into the now silent hall, two young men entered... and I immediately felt a strange and dizzy sensation over take me. I held my head at the temples and peaked through my hands at what must surely be Nolan... and his brother William. Daisy was right. He was handsome. He looked like some Roman god, with his shoulders squared, his jaw set, his hair flowing around his shoulders, a little rough stubble on his finely carved jawline. He was all muscle. But his eyes... oh his eyes... even from across the room I could see the unique blue-grey color of his irises, and they were cold. Ice cold and furious. And somehow I just knew that that fury was directed at me. I felt the childish urge to slide down in my chair and hide under the table.<br /> <br /> At the same time, I was bombarded by the sweetest and most intoxicating aroma... of what? Was that his aftershave? A cologne? He didn't look like the kind of man who would douse himself in cologne, but he smelled really, really good. Like fragrant cedar and something sweet and musky. While I was on one hand tempted to hide from those cold, angry eyes... on the other hand I had the insane urge to run to him, to bury my head in his neck, and inhale that sweet, attractive smell. His mouth pressed into a flat, hard line... which totally ruined the effect of his full, sensual lips, as he stalked over to the family table.<br /> Belatedly, I noted his brother. Both the Luna and Daisy and mentioned that there was a younger brother, William. William seemed to favor his mother's genetics. He was not as big or as intimidating as Nolan, His blond hair was neatly trimmed, and he had a more willowy, graceful figure. His eyes were very blue, and very amused. As much as his brother had eyed me with hatred, I had the distinct feeling that this one was laughing at me, and I didn't like it. If there is one thing I can not tolerate, its being laughed at.<br /> <br /> I didn't worry about the younger brother for long, because the closer Nolan stalked, the stranger I began to feel. I felt like I couldn't get enough oxygen in my body, and I wondered if I might actually pass out. I'm not one of those weak, fainting girls. I've never passed out in my life. But at that moment I was seeing funny little black spots around the edge of my vision, and I was awfully dizzy.<br /> <br /> "Nolan," Luna spoke, a sharp edge of disapproval in her voice, "Its nice of you to join us. I want you to meet Nina..." Nolan jrked out a chair, and instead of offering me a hand, or a greeting or a good old-fashioned "nice to meet you," he growled at me.<br /> <br /> He growled at me, and my inner wolf whimpered. Mate. She whispered.<br /> <br /> No. Oh no no no. This cold eyed, impolite Neanderthal of a man could not be our mate. My mind fought it even as my body responded to that pheromone he was pumping out. I looked him in the eye and I saw that he knew it too. And he had absolutely no intention of acknowledging it. He must have a thing of a lot of self control to be able to shrug off the mate bond, and slather butter on a piece of bread like nothing else mattered.<br /> <br /> He hates us. He doesn't want us.<br /> <br /> I picked up my fork and tried to push my sluggish mind into some coherent thought. What were the odds that I get thrown into an arranged marriage, and the husband forced on me is actually my mate? Like one in a billion, right? But then what are the odds that I finally meet my mate, and he hates me? He hasn't said the words, but I can feel the aura of rejection wafting off of him almost as surely as I can smell his cedar-scent. How utterly cruel and unfair was that? Its like the universe having some great cosmic laugh at my expense. Well, what am I going to do? I'm not going to cry in front of all these people. Most importantly, I'm not going to cry in front of that insufferable man. I pushed my shoulders back, I shut off my whimpering wolf, I lifted my chin, and I looked him straight in the eye, as I took a bite of the lasagna. I'm sure it was as delicious as it smelled, but in that moment it tasted like dirt in my mouth. But I'd be doomed if I let that man know that I had lost my appetite over him. I chewed and swallowed, and washed it down with a swig of water.<br /> <br /> He met my eyes briefly, and then he turned to his brother and completely ignored me.<br /> <br /> His brother however, at least had the decent manners to greet me, and to welcome me to the pack. His keen blue eyes traveled back and forth between his older brother, then across the table to me, and back again. Then he shrugged and dug into his food. He made polite conversation with his mother, and sometimes he included me. "How are you finding it here, Nina? Is your room comfortable? Do you need anything?"<br /> <br /> "Oh yes, everything is great." I said, forcing more enthusiasm into my voice than I actually felt. Oh yes, everything is peachy. I've just been yanked out of my childhood home for the sake of some cute treaty. Yes, your home is very nice, and most of the people have been very friendly, but the man I'm supposed to marry is a total bad idea. Everything is great. I forced myself to eat mechanically, and made it through half the lasagna on my plate before I gave up and sat back in my chair. I stared at Nolan. He looks like Jason Mamoa I thought. Without the beard and with better hair. I wonder if he had any tattoos hiding under his clothes. My sisters would be jealous... until they realized that he's an absolute tool.<br /> <br /> Dinner plates were cleared away, and I was eager to excuse myself, but before I could push away from the table, a decadent dessert of tiramisu was brought out. I was no longer hungry. Even the prospect of sugar wasn't appealing at the moment, but I was painfully aware that I was new, I was a guest, and I needed to behave accordingly. I took a couple of bites, and really wished I had the appetite to enjoy the dessert, but I was far too aware of the man across the table. It annoyed me that he was completely unaffected. He shoveled in his food, carried on conversation, and acted like I wasn't even there. When our eyes did meet, I was met with icy, angry daggers and some silent warning that I didn't really understand.<br /> <br /> Finally, when I saw a few other people excusing themselves around the room, I saw my opportunity to escape. "Luna, thank you for a lovely meal," I said politely. "Please excuse me," I pushed back my chair, said goodnight to the rest of the table, and did my best to make a dignified exit, but it was getting harder and harder to walk normally and my stress and my exhaustion seemed to be compounding on me. But the absolute last thing I wanted at that moment was for that arrogant bad guy to see that I had a fatal flaw. He already hated me for no reason, how much more would he despise me for my weakness?<br /> <br /> I had just barely exited the room, when I felt an iron grip bite painfully into my arm, and spin me into the wall. If I hadn't had the support of the wall behind me, I would have fallen over myself. I found myself face to face with Nolan. Where his hand bit painfully into my arm, I felt the sparks. Oh Goddess the sparks that everyone made such a big deal over... they were magical, erotic, passionate, blah, blah. Well they probably never felt those sparks when their mate was squeezing out of their arm, and probably leaving bruises in the process. They probably never felt those sparks when their mate was staring down at you like you were a piece of trash they'd like to throw in the compactor. Being sexually attracted to someone who was clearly out to hurt me did not feel magical. It felt sickening.<br /> "Let me make something perfectly clear," he growled. "I do not want you, and I do not need you. You are only here in this house because my father is an old-fashioned pig-headed dummy. I will marry you to fulfill the treaty contract, but you will never be the Luna, and you will never be my mate." As if to punctuate his rejection, he gave me an extra shove against the wall, and then he stalked off in the other direction... and I was left staring after him... my mouth open, my face pale, and my arm aching.<br /> <br /> It wasn't a real rejection, right? I mean if he was formally rejecting me he would have to say the words. "I Nolan Pierceson of the Gold Mountain pack, do hereby reject you Nina..." And then I would reject him back, and the bond would break. But he hadn't said those words, exactly. Still there was a pain in my chest like something was ripping away. It was powerful enough that I had to hold my chest and gasp for breath. A few other people were trailing out of the dining room now, casting curious glances at me, and I knew I had to get upstairs before anyone started asking me questions that I couldn't answer. I was tired now, and I didn't really care who saw me limp as I dragged myself to the stairs and made my slow, painful climb up three flights. "Are you all right madam?" someone asked. I didn't even look at them, just ground out, "I'm fine." and kept climbing. Once I was at my floor, my legs were so bad I could barely walk at all. My left leg dragged, and I used the wall to balance as I made my way down the hall to my own door. Once inside I turned the lock, and fell across the bed.<br /> <br /> "I will not cry." I chanted. "I will not cry." And I didn't. Nolan Pierceson, I wasn't going to shed a tear for him, nor was I going to wallow in self-pity. He didn't want me? Well I didn't want his arrogant bottom either. My body wasn't strong, but when I set my mind to something, I had an iron will. And I had firmly set my mind against Nolan, and the mating bond. I would play nice until the new moon. When the marriage ceremony was completed, and all the pack alliances signed and sealed, I would reject him myself. And then what? What do you do with the rest of your life?<br /> <br /> Well, I would worry about the rest of my life another day. For today I settled for hot bath. I soaked my aching legs, and scrubbed the make-up off my face. I tried to dismiss Nolan from my thoughts, but I couldn't help but wonder what had made him hate me so much, right from the start. Was it me? Or was it the forced marriage? I mean, I know I'm not much to look at, and I've got a disability, but I don't think he even realized that yet. I hadn't even had enough time to truly piss him off yet. So what was it that had him in such a yank?<br /> <br /> I sighed and pulled the plug out of the tub, letting the water drain down. Men were like aliens. Who could understand them anyway? And who would want to? I slipped into my pajamas and crawled into the bed, totally overwhelmed with everything my brain had had to process in just one day.<br /> <br /> I awoke to a knock on my door. I was pretty sure I had locked it the night before, but still the handle turned and the door opened. I was expecting Daisy's smiling face, but instead it was William. "Hey," he smiled at me, and it seemed like a genuine smile this time. "Mama wanted me to come call you down for breakfast."<br /> <br /> "Oh," I said sleepily, propping myself up on my elbows. "I guess I overslept. Give me a few minutes to get ready"<br /> <br /> "Okay." Instead of leaving, he sprawled himself in the corner seat by the window and waited. I glared at him and wondered if it was entirely appropriate for your future brother-in-law to be making himself comfortable in your bedroom when you aren't even dressed. I thought about demanding he leave, but then changed my mind. Who cared if he saw me in my nightgown? It wasn't like I was indecent. And it wasn't like I owed his brother any kind of fidelity. I flipped back the covers and hauled my heavy body out of bed. I knew his keen eyes were seeing everything. He saw how I limped to the bathroom, and for once, I didn't care. Let him see. Let him see every god thing and report it back to his brother. I slammed the door to the bathroom just to punctuate my own cranky thoughts.<br /> <br /> I turned on the water to brush my teeth and wash my face, but I heard his voice over the faucet. "So that was pretty intense last night." He was commenting. I heard the door to my closet open. What, was he going through my things? "I've never seen anyone stare down my brother before." There was the definite sound of a drawer opening and closing. "This is going to be a very, very interesting marriage."<br /> <br /> I spit out my tooth paste, and yanked the door open to find that he had set out a set of clothes for me, along with clean underwear and a bra. "What are you doing in my clothes?"<br /> <br /> "No worries, just hurrying along. You have nothing to fear from me, peanut. You aren't my type."<br /> <br /> I narrowed my eyes, "And what exactly IS your type?"<br /> <br /> William sighed. "Tall, dark and handsome." I stared at him, not quite comprehending. "Men, Nina. I'm gay."<br /> <br /> "Oh." Was all I could say. Well, I suppose that probably explained his excellent fashion sense. I scooped up the clothes off the bed and retreated back into the bathroom to change. He continued to talk to me through the closed door. "Nolan didn't want to get married. Dad told him if he didn't get married, he would pass the Alpha title to his beta."<br /> <br /> "Why his beta?" I poked my head out of the bathroom again. "Why not to you?"<br /> <br /> William laughed, "Sweetheart, my dad seriously struggles with my sexual orientation. Mostly he just tries to ignore it. And besides, I don't want it. I don't have the constitution of an Alpha." I wondered exactly what that meant, but he didn't elaborate, and I didn't feel it was polite to ask. I did think it was pretty that his father would pass him up as Alpha because of his sexuality. The fact that William was kind of the black sheep of the family made me like him a little more.<br /> <br /> "So? I didn't want to get married either. Its not like it was my idea. What's he got against me?"<br /> <br /> "Nolan is always angry, don't take it personally. You just do you, and let him growl and snarl and spit all he wants. I'm sure he'll get over it eventually."<br /> <br /> "Right." He'll get over it eventually. That sounded so promising, I thought sarcastically. I dragged a brush through my tangled hair and sighed. "Okay, ready. Let's go."<br /> <br /> He held open the door for me, and I hobbled through. He held out his elbow like a gentleman, which was weird, but nice, and I took advantage of it. I waited for him to say something about my limp. But he didn't. I expected him to take me down the stairs, but instead he turned down a different corridor. "Um, where are we going?"<br /> <br /> "There is an elevator at the end of the wing. Its private, for the Alphas to access the 4th floor. But you are marrying the future alpha, so I think you are permitted to use it." At that moment I could have touched him. He produced a key from his pocket and handed it to me. "This is my key, but you can use it until you get your own. I can always take the stairs." You had to insert the key and turn it to call the elevator. Once the doors slid open, you removed the key and selected your floor. I breathed a sigh of relief as the elevator carried us down to the ground floor. It opened into an unfamiliar area behind the kitchens, but William led me through the maze of halls back to the dining room.<br /> <br /> "Ah there you are!" Luna Caydence called from the table.<br /> <br /> "I'm sorry Luna, I overslept."<br /> <br /> "Think nothing of it dear, but I wanted to go over some details of the wedding ceremony with you."<br /> <br /> Well, there went my appetite for breakfast. I didn't want to think about a wedding, let alone plan the details. "Your father sent over a dress," She was saying, and passed me a white box that was getting a little yellowed around the edges. I lifted the cover and felt tears burn behind my eyes.<br /> <br /> "Oh... my mother's dress." I whispered. I touched the delicate silk and lace. That was a strangely thoughtful and sentimental gesture on my father's part. Who forces their daughter into an arranged marriage, and then sends them a precious family heirloom? But it only made me feel more sad and distraught. I had dreamed that one day I would marry my soul mate, the love of my life, and I would wear my mama's dress, which had been HER mama's dress. It seemed wrong to wear such a special garment to a farce of marriage with a man who despised me.<br /> <br /> "Oooh, it was your mother's? How very special! Take it out dear, lets see it!"<br /> <br /> I didn't really want to take it out of the box, but I did. It was a simple and beautiful dress, with a fitted bodice, off-the shoulder sleeves, and a long, full skirt. The bodice was decorated with lace and tiny pearls, and the same lace edged the bottom of the long skirt. I was not as pretty or shapely as my mother, but we were a similar size, and I thought the dress would fit me well enough without needing any alterations. The Luna fawned over the dress. "Its very pretty, so elegent. You will look absolutely beautiful." She said kindly. I swallowed the knot in my throat and carefully folded it back into the box. Mama would have hated all of this. She would never have let this marriage happen, especially if she got a glimpse of the black-and-blue fingerprints that Nolan had left on my arm last night.<br /> <br /> I took a deep breath and set the box aside as breakfast arrived. I sipped my tea and listened as the Luna went over other details. Flowers and seating and ceremonial nuances. I didn't care, but I tried my best to act interested. When she asked me questions, I answered. "What is your favorite flower, dear?"<br /> <br /> "Sunflowers." I said without hesitation.<br /> <br /> "And your favorite color?"<br /> <br /> "Turquoise."<br /> <br /> She went on about bringing a stylist to do my hair and make up, and I swirled a spoon around in my yogurt. Really I just wanted this to be over. William came and sat and occasionally added his two cents to the conversation. The wedding ceremony would be on the back lawn, with seating for private guests only. 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I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." I murmured.<br /> After I had settled down comfortably on the bike, I remembered that Kelly wanted to show me pictures of her dad but it was already too late. If I knew her dad was my ex-husband, I should have seen those photos. Instead of leaving feeling like it's too late.	Cra0005	42	https://facebook.com/61552221517359	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete
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I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" She asked.<br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> If I had known in advance that sending her home would meet my ex-husband who would break my heart, I would have definitely thought of other ways to prevent everything from happening.<br /> <br /> ————————<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV <br /> The new car I just bought was stolen and I have been trying to find it. My friends have also been helping me think of solutions.<br /> As I waved Daniel goodbye, I was left alone on the street. My tears stopped for a second and I noticed a young girl of about six years of age leaning on her school's gate. <br /> I wanted to leave but she was looking dejected and lonely. I didn't want to leave without knowing what was wrong with her. Walking towards her, I noticed tears in her eyes and I could definitely relate, I had just lost my car and I wanted to cry. <br /> "Hey," I called out and she looked at me. After staring at me for a few seconds, she took her eyes off me and stared at the floor. "I'm not a kidnapper and it's alright to chat with me." I assured her with a bright smile . <br /> "Go away from me." She murmured and I sat down near her. <br /> "Believe me, I'm not a kidnapper. What's wrong?"<br /> She scanned through my face again before answering. "My dad didn't come to pick me up from school and the school bus left without me because I was grounded at school." <br /> I felt bad for her, why was she having an irresponsible dad that couldn't even come to her school to pick her up? "I'm really sorry about that. Maybe he's a little bit busy at work." <br /> She scoffed. "He's not busy." <br /> How was she sure? Maybe her father was probably a drunkard or a jobless man. "What's your name, sweetheart?" I inquired. <br /> "My name's Kelly Jefferson." She answered, giving me a sweet smile.<br /> Why was the surname familiar? It was exactly my ex-husband's surname even though I knew people also used that name. I brushed off the thought that she was Henry's daughter. Kelly's absolutely one of the best names I've ever heard. <br /> "You look really beautiful." <br /> "Thanks, what about your mother?" I asked her <br /> Her face darkened with sadness. "She probably doesn't know she has a child, I don't even know her." <br /> Tears rolled down my cheeks. Who wouldn't want to have a beautiful daughter? Why would her mom abandon her? That was really bad and I felt really sorry for her. Growing up without a motherly love was one of the worst experiences ever for a small child. "I 'm really sorry for reminding you of your past." I apologized.<br /> "It's alright, I don't care anyway about her." She retorted and I swallowed hard around the lump of emotion in my throat. <br /> "I totally understand." <br /> "And you? Do you have a child?" <br /> I shook my head . "Well, I was pregnant and I lost my child. My husband fixed the blame on me and I had to request for a divorce." <br /> She nodded with a sigh. "That might have been really hard for you. The pain of losing a child must have been tough for you to bear." She said. <br /> "I know, right." <br /> "Can you please take me to my dad's house?" She pleaded. <br /> I shrugged . "My car got stolen today, I would have driven you to your dad's house and ....."<br /> She interrupted and pointed to a bus heading towards our direction. "I'm so lucky, that's the school bus." She announced excitedly.<br /> "That's awesome." <br /> When the bus stopped in front of us, she looked at me with a smile and hoped in. After a few seconds, she came down from the bus and looked at me. "Can I kindly know your name?" She asked and softened her eyes. <br /> There was no way I could refuse her. "I'm Jayda." I murmured. <br /> "We'll definitely meet again." She replied and climbed the school bus. <br /> Henry's POV <br /> I was really excited to see my daughter pull me in for a hug. Even though I raised her alone, she was the best thing that had ever happened to my life. <br /> "Daddy, why didn't you come to pick me up from school?" She asked. <br /> I shrugged. "Things got bad today at the site, I had to hand two criminals to the cops." <br /> "Hope you aren't injured?" She inquired.<br /> I shook my head with a broad smile. "I'm not injured." I answered and slumped down on the sofa switching on the TV. <br /> "Daddy, I made a new friend sofa ." She suddenly announced joyfully as she sat down on the sofa near me. <br /> "A new friend?" I inquired and she nodded. When did Kelly start making new friends? My friend's son was the only friend that Kelly had because she hated getting close to people. <br /> "When will I get to meet this new friend?' I asked her. <br /> "I don't know but she said her name's Jayda." <br /> My heart skipped a beat. Why did images of my ex-wife flash into my memory as soon as he called that name. "Jayda , did she tell you her surname?" I asked immediately.<br /> She shook her head and walked towards the dining table. "Kelly, I told you not to talk to strangers."<br /> "She's different. Her car got stolen and she was also sad." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief. The Jayda I knew would never buy a car because she didn't even know how to drive. She hated anything that had to do with plying on the road. "Alright, I can't wait to meet this new friend of yours." <br /> "She's really entertaining and nice, I wish you've seen her before. You'll fall in love with her at first sight, she's beautiful and intelligent." She replied with a bright smile.<br /> <br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> Last night at the bar, while chatting with a stranger about my current situation, I mentioned that my new car had been stolen. A woman gave me a number and said she was a local gang boss. If I contact him, he can help me solve the problem.<br /> My morning was really frustrating, I had tried several ways to make my hair curly but it wasn't working. I grumbled and wore a short blue gown after taking a quick bath.<br /> I didn't want to be late, I wanted to find the man who would help me find my car. It was a crazy idea to look for a car that even the police couldn't help me find. I was also scared of meeting a Mafia Boss for the first time because I have read and heard many stories about their cruelty.<br /> Mostly romance stories though but also dangerous erotic stories about Mafia leaders. After coming out of my room, I went straight to the fridge and pulled out a glass of milk and a packet of cornflakes. <br /> It was the only breakfast meal that I could think of. I was trying to meet up with the time so I would be able to meet the mafia leader. <br /> After taking the last spoon of cornflakes, I dumped the plate in the sink and walked out of the kitchen with a smile on my face.<br /> Mission Accomplished! <br /> The weather was a little bit dull but I didn't want to waste any more time. My mom could come anytime and if she didn't see a car in my compound, she'll definitely make my life more miserable than it already is.<br /> "Hey, where are you heading? I could give you a ride." Fred, my next door neighbor suggested but I wasn't ready to follow him.<br /> "Don't worry, I could use a bus or a taxi." I assured him with a smile.<br /> "You shouldn't decline my offer." He murmured and I stopped for a second and thought about his offer again. He was definitely right, he could actually save me the stress of standing under the sun to wait for a bus. <br /> I pretended to be discouraged a bit and later gave him a smile. "Alright, I'm heading to Bailey's street, 107 avenue. I don't really know the house but I guess I'll figure it out when we get there." I told him as soon as I entered his car.<br /> The car's engine revved and he drove off. He was my new neighbor but he was trying to get so close to me, I didn't want to become attached to him because of the way I was betrayed by my ex-husband.<br /> I didn't want to repeat the same mistake that got me divorced. He wanted a child and I lost my child, he made my life miserable and I had to divorce him.<br /> He stayed in Texas while I relocated to New York and became a CEO of a publishing company. Our romance wasn't that deep, I would say it was based on desires. He wanted a child and I wanted happiness, I actually wanted real love and affection.<br /> He made me feel like trash even when I knew I was something, I didn't want to go through that stress and path again with a man. No, I couldn't even bring myself to love any man. I should have listened to Daniel when he warned me about Henry.<br /> My family also warned me about him but I was foolishly blinded by love that I didn't even know I was married to myself. " I was calling your name and you didn't even answer." Fred's loud voice jerked me back to reality.<br /> "Believe me when I say I didn't know you were calling me," I paused and pushed a strand of my hair behind my ear. "I'm sorry." I apologized sincerely.<br /> "You're thinking again, right?" He inquired, curiosity and concern lacing his voice.<br /> I nodded. "There's a lot of things to think about, the people we're supposed to trust end up betraying us."<br /> "You were married before?" He asked me <br /> I narrowed my eyes at him, surprised by how he knew. "Yeah, how did you know?" <br /> "I saw the picture of a young and handsome man in your parlour and reckoned he was your husband." <br /> "My parlour?" <br /> Was he playing tricks here? How did he get into my parlor? <br /> He chuckled softly. "You came back home at night, you were drunk and I couldn't just leave you outside your door. I had to help you and take you inside."<br /> My eyes widened in shock and amusement. "Wait, I actually did remember seeing myself on my bed the next day, I was even surprised on how I got there."<br /> He smiled charmingly and slowed down for pedestrians to cross to the other side of the road. He continued driving when they'd all passed. "I'm a caring man." He praised himself with a grin.<br /> "Maybe you are," I muttered, humor in my voice. "And you? You aren't married, why?"<br /> He still focused on driving but managed to steal a few glances at me. "No, I don't think I'm ready for relationships, it comes with a lot of problems and stress. I'm not ready to be a father or a boyfriend"<br /> His point was valid but I figured out that he probably had a secret and was scared of telling me. "Are you alright?" I asked as soon as I noticed his sad expression.<br /> "My aunt died as a result of marriage issues, she died because her husband killed her with his insults and annoying behavior. He would beat her at every slight mistake and I wasn't ready to see that, I don't want to be in a relationship," he paused and looked at me. "I just want hook-ups and intimacy." He added quickly with a smirk.<br /> "I'm really sorry for reminding you, I hope you aren't offended."<br /> He shook his head and suddenly pulled to a stop in front of a big house. "So what are you doing in this dangerous street?"<br /> "What do you mean dangerous?" I asked him, my heart beating slowly.<br /> "Just kidding." He answered and I heaved a sigh of relief.<br /> For a second, I thought my heart wasn't working again. "I'm here to see the mafia leader."<br /> His brows furrowed. "Henry?"<br /> No, that black man wasn't answering the same name with my ex-husband. Was this a sign from the..... I stopped halfway because I wasn't ready to even get back with him. "Alright, so where's his house?" I asked him.<br /> "You're right in front of his house." He answered and I came down from the car and thanked him for a ride.<br /> I watched him drive up and faced the house. As soon as I knocked on the door, I heard a little noise from inside and the door was slightly pushed open.<br /> A girl walked out of the house and smiled at me. I recognized her to be 'Kelly' who wanted me to be her friend.<br /> -<br /> Jayda's POV<br /> I was surprised to find her standing by the door so I reckoned that she was the daughter of the Mafia leader. "Hey Jayda, what are you doing here? How did you know about my house?" She asked with a smile.<br /> A smile plastered on my face as I contemplated, I didn't want to tell her the truth. I could just lie and get away with it. "Found your address on Google maps." I lied.<br /> She blinked her eyes severally and finally narrowed them on me. "I never knew that it was possible to find my address on Google maps, is that even possible?" <br /> I nodded. Who would believe such a lie? Well, she was a kid, it really didn't matter. "Huh, can I come in?" I inquired.<br /> No, it was rude to ask her.<br /> This is a mistake.<br /> "Huh, I have to ask my nanny first." She murmured.<br /> I was taken aback for a few seconds. "You have a nanny?" I asked her in surprise.<br /> She nodded and gave me a low chuckle. "Yeah, her name's Hannah." She whispered and ran back into the house leaving me in the corridor.<br /> After a few seconds, she came out of the house with a young beautiful lady I presumed to be Hannah. "Good day, ma'am."<br /> I smiled at her. "I'm here to speak to the Mafia leader." I told her.<br /> She raised an eyebrow in surprise. "From where?" She inquired.<br /> Lying was not an option. "I'm Kelly's friend." I answered.<br /> She looked at Kelly before facing me. "You work with my boss?" She asked.<br /> "No, I'm here for business and I'm also the CEO of a publishing company, can I come in please?" <br /> I was starting to get impatient and annoyed by her questions. She was a nanny and not a security officer. <br /> "Do you have an appointment with him?"<br /> No, she wasn't even going to ask that, was she? "I don't....." My voice trailed off.<br /> "Do you......"<br /> I cut in quickly. "Can you just let me into the house? I'm not a stranger." I muttered in a loud voice.<br /> She cleared her throat before replying. "He's not around." <br /> I broke into a cold sweat. Was that all she was going to tell me after she asked multiple questions like I was a criminal? All for the sake of my lost car, I had to answer unnecessary questions. <br /> She somehow read my thoughts and quickly resumed as though on cue, and said. "I'm really sorry." She apologized.<br /> I stared at her, boiling inside, struggling to suppress the growing urge to whack the nanny across her cheeks for keeping me outside for so long. Then, Hannah spoke again. "Alright, come in, since you're Kelly's friend. I'll explain everything to her dad when he comes back." <br /> I heaved a sigh of relief and entered the house. The house was a little bit bigger than my house and also beautiful, it was painted in white and had beautiful designs on the walls and ceiling. Kelly smiled as soon as she saw me and I sat down on the sofa comfortably. "I didn't even know you would come here. I would have asked Hannah to cook for you." <br /> A smile plastered on my face as I looked at the beautiful young girl in front of me. "Thanks dear, I'll be going soon."<br /> She frowned. "You just came, you should wait for my dad. He wants to meet you too." She explained gently.<br /> I also wanted to meet him but I couldn't tell them. Hannah had a sad and annoyed facial expression, I didn't want her to be so uncomfortable with me around. "Alright, I'll just stay for a few minutes," I assured her.<br /> Kelly waved her hands in the air and jumped. "What's that?" I asked her with a smile on my face.<br /> "I do that whenever I'm happy." She told me and I nodded.<br /> "Have you eaten?" I inquired and she kept quiet.<br /> Hannah slanted a look at me. "You're in no position to ask her that question." She murmured.<br /> "No, you're in no position to tell me what to do." I replied.<br /> "You're a stranger." She reminded me and my face grew warm with embarrassment. She was definitely right, I was just a stranger.<br /> "I only took bread and tea, I'm still hungry." Kelly muttered, fear in her soft voice.<br /> I wrapped my hands around her shoulder and placed a peck on her forehead. "Alright, I'll make something for you to eat." I told her.<br /> "I won't let you go into the kitchen to cook for Kelly." Hannah said, her tone left no room for argument.<br /> For a moment, the only thing I could do was to stay silent. I didn't want a situation that would cause any harm to Kelly. "It's alright, I'm just being naughty. It's not yet time for lunch." Kelly explained with a sweet smile.<br /> "Really?" I prodded curiously.<br /> "Yeah, can I show you my dad's picture?" She asked.<br /> I nodded and watched her climb the stairs to bring the pictures. Avoiding Hannah's stare, I brought out my phone to play a game when a call came in. <br /> The caller ID showed that it was an unknown number and I quickly picked up the phone. "Good news," The man gushed without even saying hello.<br /> "Huh, who's this?" I asked, a little bit confused.<br /> "You can't even recognize my voice, I can't believe this." He said.<br /> I heaved a sigh of frustration and suppressed a low chuckle. "Who's this? This is certainly not a prank, is it?"<br /> "You met me at the bar last night." He reminded me and my heart began thumping so hard that I could feel it in my ears.<br /> It was Nick but how did he get my phone number? "How did you get my phone number?" I asked, partly irritated.<br /> "Fate does wonders, doesn't it?" He mocked with a loud chuckle. "We need to meet right now." He finally said after a brief moment of silence.<br /> No, the last person I wanted to see was Nick. I didn't want to see him because I couldn't feel any connection. "I'm really busy right now." I told him.<br /> "It has to do with your car." He informed me and I stood up. <br /> My car? Has he found my car? There was only one way to know about the information he had for me and meeting him was the only option. "Alright, where are you?" I inquired.<br /> "Exquisite Club." He replied and without saying a word to Hannah, I ran out of the house and stopped a bike. <br /> "Take me to the Exquisite Club." I murmured.<br /> After I had settled down comfortably on the bike, I remembered that Kelly wanted to show me pictures of her dad but it was already too late. If I knew her dad was my ex-husband, I should have seen those photos. Instead of leaving feeling like it's too late.	Cra0005	42	https://facebook.com/61552221517359	LEARN_MORE	1722495600	View Edit Delete

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