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The broke fiance
Author: Jericho Chase
last update2026-02-14 09:41:03

Caro returned from the liquor cabinet, holding out the crystal glass in her hand towards Willis like an offering.

"Here you are, darling," she said softly. "Your drink."

"Thanks, babe." He took the glass from her, his unsteady fingers brushing against hers.

Caro noticed how weak his grip was but she read it as lingering shock from the robbery.

Willis took the glass and downed half of it in one swallow. The sharp burn of the whiskey steadied his jumpy nerves.

Caro sat on the arm of the sofa cl
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  • Busted

    Bruce quickly backed away, his eyes widening as he understood what she was doing. The torn fabric hung from her shoulders, exposing her brassier.Before he could react, she lunged forward, grabbing his wrist with surprising strength. Her fingers wrapped around his hand and pressed it firmly against her bare breast, squeezing his fingers around the soft flesh so his fingerprints would be imprinted on her skin."There," she hissed, her breath hot against his face. "Now you're trapped here with me, Bruce."Bruce couldn't believe Scarlett would go to such length. Was she really this desperate to destroy his life?"This is your end," Scarlett laughed wickedly. "I have your fingerprints on me. Your DNA will be everywhere. The court will believe my story over yours. A struggling Uber driver against a Hollywood actress? You're finished."Bruce looked down at his hand resting on her chest, then back at her face. His expression remained surprisingly calm."So, this is your plan?" he asked. "T

  • The set up

    The next morning, Bruce stood before the small bathroom mirror, adjusting the collar of his plain button-down shirt.He was just reaching for his keys when the doorbell rang.Bruce crossed the small living room and opened the door. He found Lucy at the doorway, her hands folded in front of her. She had changed into a clean blouse and jeans, her hair brushed back from her face. The dark circles under her eyes were still there, but she looked better than she did last night. "Lucy," Bruce said, leaning against the doorframe. "You're up early."She smiled nervously, "I wanted to thank you. Again. I don't know how to repay you. What you did last night, no one has ever done that for me before." Bruce gently shook his head. "Lucy, we talked about this yesterday. There's no need for you to pay me back. Just try to get back on your feet, alright? That's all I ask."She nodded quickly, wiping at her eyes with the back of her hand. "I will. I promise." She took a steadying breath. "I'm going

  • Scarlett plot

    When Marcus and Caro got back home, it was already late at night."You're making a mistake," Caro said as they pulled up the driveway of the Griffin estate. "Signing that deal. It's going to cost us."Marcus stopped his car in front of the main mansion. "What makes you say that?"Caro leaned in. "I don't trust these people, Dad. ABC Holdings came out of nowhere. One minute they're suing us, and the next they're offering us the deal of a lifetime. It just doesn't add up.""It's good enough for me," Marcus said as he stepped out of the car and walked up the steps. Caro hurried after him. She reached out and grabbed his arm, forcing him to slow down. "You should have taken more time and done further research."Marcus stopped and turned to face her, his expression hard. "You read the contract with me. The documents and the financial records. They're legit, aren't they?"Caro hesitated. "Yes, they look legitimate."Marcus folded his arms. "They have government contracts, don't they?""The

  • New landlord

    The landlord laughed harshly after hearing Bruce's words."You're crazy," he said, shaking his head. "You think I'm going to grovel? For some broke single mother? I'll do no such thing."Bruce shrugged his shoulders. "Very well."He turned to the two goons. They stood with their arms crossed, ready to carry out their employer's orders.Bruce looked at them calmly. "How does half a million dollars sound to both of you? If you beat the shit out of the landlord, each of you will get $500,000."The goons stared at Bruce as if he had grown a second head. The laughter died on the landlord's face as he froze at the mention of the money."What did you just say?" the larger goon asked, his brow furrowing.Bruce repeated himself. "You get $500,000 each. Right now, directly into your accounts. All you have to do is teach this man a lesson about hitting his tenants."The goons shared a glance. The smaller one let out a nervous laugh. "You're insane, pal. You don't have that kind of money. You dri

  • Late payment

    The landlord's eyes narrowed as he looked Bruce up and down, taking in his plain clothes, the worn shoes, and the modest car parked behind him. A sneer curled his lips. "Why you asking?" he spat. "You want to pay for her?"Bruce held the photograph carefully, his thumb brushing over the cracked glass. "Yes. She seems to be in a tough position right now after losing her job. I'll cover the debt she owes until she gets back on her feet."The landlord stared at him for a moment. Then he threw his head back and laughed. The two goons joined in, laughing mockingly at Bruce."You?" The landlord wiped his eyes, still chuckling. "You're going to pay? With what? Your Uber job?" He gestured at the gray Camry parked behind Bruce. "I saw you pull up in that heap of junk. You think you got what it takes to cover what she owes?"Bruce's expression didn't change. "How much does she owe?"The landlord crossed his arms, his smirk widening. "Well, since you're feeling like a billionaire, I'll tell y

  • Landlord

    Victoria and Jonathan watched while the Griffins got into their car and drove off from the restaurant. The moment the Griffins were gone, the smiles on the two representatives for ABC Holdings vanished.Jonathan rose from his seat, tucking the folder under his arm, and together they crossed to the next private dining room.Bruce sat alone inside, stirring a glass of wine in his hand. He didn't turn when they entered; instead, he straightened up.Jonathan and Victoria approached the table together and bowed respectfully before him. "Chairman," Jonathan murmured. "It is done. Marcus signed the contract."Bruce's lips curved gently. He slowly sipped the wine, savoring its taste, then set the glass down."Sit," he requested. "Tell me everything."Jonathan and Victoria sat down in the chairs opposite him. "Marcus Griffin signed without asking a single question about the clause of the contract," Jonathan said as he placed the signed contract on the table between them. Victoria nodded. "

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