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“You know,” she said casually, “after that kiss yesterday, I was able to remember a few things clearly. But some parts are still…foggy.” She smiled faintly. “I’m also having a one-hour meeting with your mother’s doctor tonight. We’ll talk more about it.”“So?” Cole asked.“So,” she said lightly, “another kiss could help me remember more.”Cole’s jaw tightened. Amanda’s words from the night before surfaced instantly.“But the ring isn’t on my lips,” he said.Maria shrugged. “It doesn’t matter. As long as you’re wearing it, every part of you is connected to it.”Cole felt the ring vibrate faintly around his finger.Maria didn’t notice.“That means,” she continued, leaning closer, “you can touch my forehead and—”She didn’t finish.She grabbed his collar and kissed him.Cole reacted instantly, shoving her away. She stumbled back, nearly hitting her head against the car door.“What the hell was that?” he snapped.Maria stared at him, stunned.“I have a wife,” Cole said.“A contract wife,”
Chapter 168
“I think this house will be best for her,” Maria said after the realtor finished the tour. “It’s quiet. Very spacious. She could even have a small garden in the yard.”“Yes, ma’am,” the realtor replied smoothly. “The flowers are handled by the best horticulturist in the city. I can assure you—your mother-in-law will love it.”“She’s not my wife,” Cole said quickly.“Oh—” the realtor smiled sheepishly, clearly trying not to stare at Cole’s hand still intertwined with Maria’s. “My apologies.”“It’s fine,” Maria said lightly.“I’ll make the payment now,” Cole added.Minutes later, the documents were signed electronically. The realtor thanked them repeatedly and left.Cole checked the time. “It’s been one hour.”“That was fast,” Maria said as his hand slipped from hers. “I wish it could’ve gone on a little longer.”Her smile was soft. But not innocent at all. Cole didn’t catch the hint.“Like I said,” Maria continued easily, “I already called my partner. You heard how excited he was on t
Chapter 167
“If you have a problem with him,” Amanda said tightly, “just call him and tell him. You think he’s going to rush here after you threaten him with me?”The car stayed quiet for a beat.Then Wright spoke.“He paid five billion dollars to get you out two days ago,” he said calmly. “What can’t a man like that do, Amanda Whitmore?”Her breath stuttered.“Are you mafia too?” she snapped, fear cracking through the anger. “What the hell is wrong with you people? Cole isn’t—”“I don’t like it when women talk too much,” Wright interrupted. “I won’t mind putting you to sleep for two hours.”Silence slammed into her chest.Amanda’s eyes darted sideways.Two men sat beside her. Expressionless. Empty. No guns in sight—but she wasn’t stupid. Men who didn’t need to show weapons were the worst kind.She swallowed.“I wasn’t going to say this,” she said carefully, “but Cole and I… we haven’t been on good terms since last night. If you call him now, he won’t even blink.”No response.The car kept moving
Chapter 166
Her phone rang immediately after. Tiffany.Amanda almost declined the call. Almost. She wasn’t scared of that brat—but she also didn’t want Tiffany running her mouth later.She answered.“Did you see the picture I sent you?” Tiffany asked, her voice dripping with mockery.“What should I do with AI-generated images?” Amanda said, forcing her voice into something careless. Light. Almost bored.“She said AI-generated images,” Tiffany burst out laughing on the other end. “I love your delusion, but I don’t have the time—or the patience—to be creating shit.”“I wouldn’t put it past you,” Amanda shot back. “You already go around taking pictures of him.”“Pick one story and stick to it,” Tiffany snapped. “Do you know it’s real or don’t you? Because I’m about to blow your mind and send you the exact address where I saw your husband and some hot woman romancing on the street.”Amanda’s fingers curled into her palm. “Send it,” she said quietly. “If you dare.”“Already did. And we both know the b
Chapter 165
“He told me he loves me,” Amanda said suddenly. “Last night. He told me he loves me.” The woman’s expression hardened. “Are you two living together?” Amanda nodded slowly, watching her reaction. It was immediate. Devastating. “He’s a freeloader,” the woman snapped. “Who the hell is he? Tell me right now.” “No—no, ma’am,” Amanda rushed to say. “He’s not like that. He’s just… shy. That’s why he couldn’t tell me about his mother.” “Argh,” the woman groaned dramatically. “Don’t be so easily fooled. If he didn’t tell you about the person he cares about most in the world, then you don’t matter that much to him. And you said it yourself—his mother doesn’t like you.” Amanda studied the woman closely, something clicking in her mind. After a moment, she asked quietly, “Do you know who I am?” The woman blinked, confused. “I’m Amanda Whitmore,” Amanda said. “I’m a celebrity.” The woman gasped, covering her mouth. “Amanda…?” “Good,” Amanda said calmly. “So you know me.” “No, my son
Chapter 164
Amanda was having one of the worst days of her life.Some messed-up guy had just walked past with dirt caked all over his shoes. She had no idea where he came from, but the entire place she’d cleaned seconds ago was ruined—like she had been slacking on her job.As if this wasn’t insane enough already.She had to keep her face covered the entire time, terrified that one of her fans might recognize her. For whatever ridiculous agreement she had made with Cole that landed her here, she honestly didn’t know anymore. No idea at all.She didn’t even want to think about what happened the night before. The memory was still crawling under her skin.Fuck.She forced the thoughts away.“Are you done, honey?” the other cleaner asked—a slightly elderly woman, her voice gentle.Amanda tried to smile. Respect, right? “Just one second.”A few moments later, they walked out together. The work for the day was done.They were handed twenty-five dollars.Amanda almost slapped the note into her uncle’s fa
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