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Chapter 29
Emily was now being moved to tears as she listened intently to Rose's honest confession, she tried to put herself together and didn't want Rose to see her tearing up also. She didn't expect Rose's reaction, a clear one that she was confused and didn't know what to do. She expected for them to have a brief time to wind back the years, but even though it was reaching out to her for help and companionship, she would be there to help no matter what. She decided to be strong, at least in that moment for Rose, she experienced a surge of sympathy. She was aware that her friend was at a turning point, thus the importance of her comments was enormous. Emily took a long breath and summoned the strength to reply, knowing that what she said might influence Rose's reaction to things afterwards.
Emily looked at Rose, with caring and compassionate eyes and softly said, "Rose, her voice was full of sympathy. I want you to know that, des
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In the dimming dark, Rose stood at the imposing wrought-iron gate of the Mansion, a place she had never been by herself. She had been chauffeured in the magnificence of his gorgeous limousine for months now, it was a representation of the affluent and lavish way of life that she was now exposed to .But tonight, as she approached the property, a wave of uneasiness came over her. Normally wide open, the gate was now stubbornly closed, throwing eerie shadows over the cobblestone road leading to the magnificent entryway.This gate was unlike your typical wall. A testament to its powerful appearance and cutting-edge technological features, it was a massive building. Because of its enormous size and the fine detail on its wrought-iron bars, it attracted notice.exuding a sense of elegance and strength. But beyond its aesthetics, it was the gate's cutting-edge control system that truly distinguished it from the mundane. And Rose remembered th
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As their eyes met, Rose's pulse pounded rapidly and her mind scrambled to grasp the seriousness of the situation. His piercing look tugged at her with a mix of need and want as she felt conflicting emotions. He seemed to be attempting to close the gap that had opened up between them, and the authority in his voice left little space for her to compromise.As he drew her in, a feeling of fear swept over her. She wasn't ready for his quick move, and her brain couldn't handle the flurry of feelings. His firm touch and seeming commitment frightened her while enthralling her. She grappled with the want to assert her own needs and boundaries while still wanting to submit and resist. Her desire to succumb to the strength of their unspoken link, though, came from a different place.She experienced a variety of feelings she had never felt before as his hands combed over her shivering body, flowing from her hands down to her waist, held her tightly. &nbs
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Rose didn't know how best to answer him, she tried not to look at him. She had endured two abuses from him in one night and for some reason it didn't feel like it. Rose wondered if she was alright, on a normal day she would stand up against all that happened to her. Was she falling for his manipulative ways?.. she couldn't even understand her own emotions towards Sebastian.But she knew that he didn't hold any special place in her heart, apart from the fact that she was grateful for all that he did. She was literally indebted to him, with the way he had gone about their relationship for the past few weeks."Emily is a friend, a school friend that I had to see yesterday". "I couldn't cancel because it was too urgent". Rose's voice sounded firm as though she was trying so hard to speak boldly.He smiled as he removed his relaxed back from the wall, and headed towards the other side of the bed. He
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She couldn't help but wonder what might be going through his head as she left the house as she couldn't stop contemplating that. She wasn't interested, but there was a tiny part of her that wanted to know more about him. She ignored those ideas, telling herself it wasn't her place to eavesdrop on his thoughts and feelings. She agreed to his request with a nod but made the decision to go on without him.The void between them seemed to be mirrored in the hallways echoing silence. She was on the verge of extending a hand that in reality would make her more vulnerable, when she finally decided against it after a brief hesitation. He obviously wanted some distance, when it was her who was supposed to need distance, so the least she could do was respect his boundaries, he was her husband after all, there was nothing she could do.As she stepped outside, the fresh breeze touched her face and briefly took her mind off her internal conf
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As they entered the office, Hilda immediately noticed Rose's distracted expression. Concerned, she approached her and asked, "Are you alright, ma'am?" Her eyes reflected genuine worry and curiosity, silently urging Rose to share what was on her mind. Rose wasn't surprised. In fact, she expected Hilda to ask her, and she didn't disappoint.Rose forced a smile and replied, "Good morning, Hilda. Yes, I'm fine, thank you, I'm still trying to get over the rush of last night "" she knew Hilda didn't know about the rest of her night". She waved off the question, hoping to dismiss any further inquiries about her well-being. However, Hilda seemed persistent, her demeanor hinting that there was more she wanted to say.Curiosity piqued, Rose motioned for Hilda to take a seat and asked, "What is it, Hilda? Is there something you need to tell me?"Hilda took a deep breath and revealed, "I wasn't expecting you in the office today, ma'
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Rose slowly regained consciousness, her eyes fluttering open as the clean, fluorescent lights of the hospital room pierced through her grogginess. She found herself lying on a crisp white bed, surrounded by the clinical aura of medical equipment and the faint scent of antiseptic. The room was structured with pale blue walls, adorned with framed prints of tranquil landscapes, in an attempt to provide a sense of serenity amidst the unsettling environment.As Rose attempted to move, an uncomfortable sensation rippled through her body, causing a sharp pang of pain to shoot through her limbs, down to her stomach. She winced and quickly realized that her entire body felt heavy and achy, as if it had been battered and bruised. The memory of the incident inside her office,with Hilda flashed in her mind, and she could still vividly recall the overwhelming surge of pain that she felt and the sight of blood.Rose shifted slightly and noticed the various tubes
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As the sleek, black limousine cruised gracefully to a gradual and steady halt, Samuel gingerly stepped out from the vehicle's luxurious interior, carefully collecting the wheelchair from the trunk. With utmost care, he extended his hand to assist Rose, gracefully guiding her as she pulled away from the plush seats to what was now the comforting embrace of the wheelchair."Here you go, ma'am," Samuel uttered softly, his voice carrying a gentle warmth as he ensured Rose settled comfortably into the wheelchair. A soft smile danced upon her lips as she looked up at Samuel, with obvious gratitude in her eyes. "Thank you," she said, her words laced with sincere appreciation.A momentary wince flickered across Rose's features as the intense sunlight pierced through the cloudless sky, sending an unwelcome pang coursing through her head. Sensing her discomfort, Samuel's concern mirrored in his eyes as he inquired, "Are you okay, ma'am?"
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