Chapter One
As night fell, the cold moon hung high in the sky. The bright moonlight fell on the ancient castle on the edge of the city, casting a mysterious silver veil around it. Emily stood on the balcony, looking at the forest in the distance, and felt a chill rising from the bottom of her heart. Since moving to this castle, her life has become bizarre and mysterious. The cold wind in October swept across her bare shoulders, bringing a shudder. Emily subconsciously wrapped her woolen shawl tightly around her, but she couldn't feel any warmth. This castle seems to be always cold, just like its mysterious owner Lucas Black, exuding an inaccessible atmosphere. "Miss Emily," suddenly, a low voice sounded behind her, "You'll catch a cold if you're still outside so late." She turned around and saw Lucas standing at the balcony door. The moonlight outlined his tall figure. He was wearing a dark silk shirt, and the collar vaguely revealed his strong chest. The amber eyes flickered strangely in the darkness, as if they could see through her soul. "Mr. Black," Emily whispered, trying to hide the trembling in her voice, "I'm just admiring the moonlight." Lucas took a step forward, but suddenly stopped. Emily noticed that his body stiffened instantly, and his nostrils fluttered slightly, as if he was sniffing something. His expression became solemn, and a glimmer of wildness flashed in his eyes, but was quickly suppressed. "Please go in," his voice was hoarser than usual, "It's not safe here." Just then, a cold night breeze swept across the balcony, bringing a faint smell of rust. Emily saw that Lucas's fingers were almost pinched into the stone railing, and his knuckles were white. She couldn't help but take a step back, her heartbeat accelerated. "I thought this castle was the safest place," she whispered, "after all, you are here." Lucas let out an almost inaudible growl, "Some danger, Miss Emily, is much closer than you think." His eyes looked unusually sharp in the moonlight, "especially on a full moon night." Suddenly, a wolf howl came from the distant forest, shrill and long. Emily was surprised to find that Lucas' pupils shrank in an instant and turned into vertical pupils like a beast, but the fleeting change made her wonder if it was just an illusion caused by the moonlight. Just then, a cold breath passed by her from behind, accompanied by a chuckle. Emily turned around and saw only a dark shadow flashing in the corner of the balcony. When she looked back again, Lucas had come to her side, with a hand gently on her shoulder. "I'll take you back to your room," he said, with an unquestionable commanding tone in his voice. Emily noticed that his palms were surprisingly hot, in sharp contrast to the chill of the castle. Walking in the dark corridor of the castle, Emily could feel Lucas' presence, he walked behind her like a silent guardian. Moonlight poured in through the Gothic stained glass windows, casting mottled shadows on the floor. "Good night, Miss Emily," Lucas whispered in front of her door, "Remember, no matter what sound you hear, don't leave the room tonight." "Why?" Emily asked subconsciously. Lucas was silent for a moment, his eyes looked deep and dangerous in the moonlight, "Because the moonlight tonight is too beautiful, it will always wake up something that shouldn't wake up." When the door closed behind her, Emily leaned against the door, her heartbeat still alarmingly fast. She could hear Lucas's footsteps gradually fading away, but she seemed to hear the sound of wings flapping outside the window. She walked to the window and looked out through the glass. In the moonlit courtyard, she saw a figure standing by the fountain. The man looked up at her window, and the moonlight illuminated his pale marble face - it was Draco, with a mysterious smile on his lips and a dangerous light in his eyes. When Emily blinked, his figure had disappeared, as if he had never appeared. Emily lay trembling on the bed, listening to the wolf howling outside the window. She knew that she had fallen into a world full of dangers, and this was just the beginning. On this moonlit night, her fate was closely linked to two mysterious and dangerous beings, and there was no turning back.
Chapter Two
In the dead of night, Emily lay in bed, the faces of Lucas and Draco appeared in her mind. She could not resist the deep attraction, but she also knew that she was caught in a dangerous vortex. She knew that the confrontation between the two men was a life-and-death hostility, and she was just a pawn in their war. A corner of her heart reminded her to escape, but the deeper desire pulled her to stay in this mysterious castle, looking forward to the unknown encounter. Just as she was about to fall asleep, a slight knock on the window interrupted the silence. Emily opened her eyes, and the moonlight poured into the room through the curtains, making the corners of the room particularly dark. She sat up subconsciously, trembling slightly and walked to the window. When she opened the curtains, a figure was standing in front of her, cold and elegant. It was Draco. "Sorry, I scared you, Emily." His low voice was frivolous and indifferent, as if every word revealed his unfathomable darkness. His eyes were like two flames in the abyss, locking onto her with an irresistible force. "How... are you here?" Emily's heartbeat quickened, and her hands unconsciously clenched a corner of the curtain. She knew she should be scared at this moment, but Draco's unique charm made it hard for her to resist. Draco did not answer her question, but slowly approached, lowered his head and whispered in her ear: "You know why I'm here, Emily. You've never really been afraid of me, right?" The moment he approached, she smelled the cold breath on him, as if it came from the night a thousand years ago. Her breathing gradually became rapid, but she did not retreat, but was locked by his eyes, as if her soul was also attracted to him. "Draco... we can't do this." Her voice was weak, but she did not retreat at all, as if even she herself was struggling with contradictions. "You don't belong here at all, Emily. Staying here will only put you in deeper danger." Draco gently lifted her chin, with a smile on the corner of his cold mouth, that smile was both gentle and dangerous, "But if you want to know the real darkness, then come. I will take you to see everything." At this moment, the door was pushed open, and Lucas' figure appeared at the door like a shadow. His face was gloomy, and his eyes were burning with anger. It was his possessiveness and anger that he could not hide. He walked towards Draco step by step, his hands clenched, his muscles tensed, as if he was going to pounce on and tear the enemy in front of him in the next second. "Draco, let her go." Lucas' voice was low and threatening, like an enraged beast. It was the first time Emily saw him so out of control, his eyes were like a ball of unextinguishable fire, revealing uncontrollable anger and possessiveness. Draco smiled slightly, released Emily's chin, and looked at Lucas provocatively. "Don't you understand yet? She doesn't belong to you. The savagery of the wolf tribe is nothing but a bondage to her, and I can give her true freedom." "The 'freedom' you mentioned will only make her fall into darkness. You don't understand what true protection is." Lucas sneered, his eyes as sharp as an eagle. He slowly stepped forward, blocked Emily, and protected her behind him. That was his attitude as the wolf king, firm and unshakable. Emily was sandwiched between the two, feeling her heartbeat speed up, as if breathing became difficult. These two completely different forces intertwined and collided in front of her, making it impossible for her to decide which side to choose. Draco raised the corners of his mouth and slowly took a step back, his eyes still on Emily. "Emily, one day you will find that he can't satisfy the desire in your heart. And I am your true home." As soon as the voice fell, Draco's figure disappeared into the night, as if he had never appeared. Lucas looked at the empty room, his fists gradually loosened, but the anger and worry in his eyes remained. He turned around and looked at Emily softly, but his eyes still flashed with contradictions and forbearance. "Are you okay?" He asked in a low voice, with a trace of undisguised concern in his voice. Emily nodded, but her heart was in turmoil and it was difficult to calm down. She knew that she had fallen too deep. She could not let go of these two men easily, nor could she easily resist them. A complex emotion surged in her heart, which was a dangerous and fatal attraction. "Lucas, I..." She wanted to say something, but lost her words when she met his eyes. "Don't get close to him." Lucas' voice was low, with a hint of pleading and warning, "I know you feel confused, but Draco is not what you think. He will only drag you into the darkness, and I won't let him hurt you." Emily just looked at him silently, and a touch of uncertainty gradually rose in her heart. She knew that this was not just a war, but a contest of feelings and desires. In this dangerous triangle relationship, she has gone too far and can never turn back.
Chapter Three
Emily stayed awake all night. The wind outside the window blew through the woods, making a low moan, as if the whole castle was whispering in her ear. She curled up in bed, recalling Draco's cold smile and Lucas's deep eyes. Two completely different attractions stirred in her heart, making her lost on the edge of danger and desire. When the sky was slightly bright, she made a decision. She had to figure out what she wanted, the wildness and protection of the wolf tribe, or the mystery and temptation of the vampire. She got up and walked out of the room, walked through the deserted corridor, and came to the door of Lucas's study. The door of the study was slightly open, and a whisper came from inside. Emily stood outside the door and pricked up her ears to listen. "She is innocent, Lucas." A low and gentle female voice came from Lucas's sister, Leila. Emily had heard rumors about her. Leila was the wisest prophet in the wolf tribe and could always see fragments of the future. "I know, Leila." Lucas' voice was hoarse, as if he had struggled all night, "but I can't control myself, I can't suppress my desire for her. I'm afraid that if she stays with me, she will only be swallowed by my darkness." Emily's heart trembled, and she raised her hand to push open the door. "Lucas." Her voice was abrupt and firm in the silent room. The two turned around and saw her standing at the door with a hint of determination in her eyes. She walked slowly towards Lucas, looked up at him, with a hint of determination and inquiry in her eyes. "I know you protect me, but I'm not a fragile child." Her voice was calm and firm, "I need to know the truth. Why are you always so hesitant? And why is Draco so persistent in approaching me?" Lucas' expression froze for a moment, his eyes wandering on her face, as if he was weighing whether to tell her everything. Finally, he took a deep breath, as if he had made up his mind. "Emily, the fate of our werewolves is usually determined at birth. The wolf tribe has a unique ability to perceive its partner. When we find that person, we will feel an attraction that cannot be ignored... and you are my destined partner." Lucas spoke in a low voice, with pain and desire flashing in his eyes. Emily's heartbeat accelerated, and thousands of emotions surged in her mind, both shocked and confused. She never thought that she would become his destined partner, and his possessiveness and protectiveness of her turned out to come from this ancient bond. She asked softly: "What about Draco? Why is he so obsessed with me?" Lucas's eyes became more gloomy, and there was a hint of anger in his eyes. "Draco's tribe never believed in fate. They prefer to dominate their own future. And he believes that as long as he possesses you, he can destroy me and the traditional beliefs of the wolf tribe. So, he is not sincere to you, but to weaken my power." Emily's heart suddenly tightened, and a hint of anger and loss surged in her eyes. However, she also felt a little unwilling, as if she was just a tool in this struggle, being fought over and torn by the two, and she had no right to control herself. "So, Lucas, are you sincere? Is it just fate for me?" There was a hint of disappointment in her voice, and her eyes became cold. Lucas was stunned, as if he was hurt by her question. He was silent for a moment before speaking: "Emily, I can't deny the existence of fate, but I can't ignore my feelings for you." He gently held her hand, his eyes full of affection and desire, "Whether it is fate or something else, I am willing to give up everything for you." Just then, a slight sound came from outside the window. Emily turned back suddenly and saw a pair of dark red eyes flashing outside the window, like a flame in the dark, and the familiar cold breath startled her heart. It was Draco. He stood outside the window, sneering at them, as if everything was under his control. He knocked on the window lightly, his voice cold and full of provocation: "I don't think it's possible to talk about 'betraying' everything here, Lucas. You can't protect her because she will eventually come to me." Lucas' eyes immediately became cold and dangerous. He stood in front of Emily, glared at Draco outside the window, and growled in a low voice: "Stay away from her, Draco. You can't force her to choose darkness." Draco smiled slightly, his eyes full of evil confidence. He raised his eyebrows at Emily, as if everything was under his control. "Dear Emily, you will find that the bright world cannot satisfy your desire. And darkness - is your destination." After he finished speaking, his figure instantly disappeared into the night. The room returned to silence, but the air was filled with tension and uneasiness. Emily looked at the empty darkness outside the window, feeling both fear and desire in her heart. She could no longer deny Draco's attraction to her, and the danger and mystery made her heart beat faster. Lucas noticed her hesitation, and a trace of pain and uneasiness flashed in his eyes. He gently held her hand and whispered, "Emily, don't get close to him. His darkness will devour you and make you lost in the endless night." She didn't respond, but just looked at him silently, her heart full of complicated emotions. She knew that she could no longer simply withdraw from the two of them. Her fate had been drawn into an uncontrollable vortex, and the only thing she could do was to follow her heart and touch the unknown darkness.
Chapter Four
As autumn deepened, the forest surrounding the castle donned a cloak of gold and crimson. Yet Emily felt none of the season's warmth. Since that night's revelation, her mind had been in constant turmoil, with Lucas's truth and Draco's temptation intertwining like two serpents in her thoughts, leaving her breathless. That evening, Emily found herself alone in the castle's library, searching through ancient tomes for any mention of werewolves and vampires. As she focused on a yellowed manuscript, the air suddenly turned cold. Looking up, she found Draco standing across from her, his appearance as silent as shadow. "Seeking truth, my dear Emily?" Draco leaned elegantly against the bookshelf, wearing a deep purple silk shirt that made his skin appear even paler. "But you know, written accounts are often one-sided." Emily instinctively stepped back. "Why do you always appear like this? It's unsettling." Draco chuckled softly, moving toward her with fluid grace. "Because I enjoy seeing you startled. It makes you even more enticing." His fingers traced her cheek, the cold touch making her shiver. "Lucas told you I'm merely using you, but did he mention that his fate is actually a chain binding him?" Emily froze. "What do you mean?" "The werewolves' so-called destined mates are nothing but constraints in their bloodline," Draco's voice carried a hypnotic power. "They're forced to love someone, forced to protect them. Isn't that tragic? While I..." his gaze deepened, "I choose you because I'm truly drawn to you." A low growl suddenly echoed from the doorway. Lucas stood there, his eyes now golden, filled with rage. "Step away from her, Draco!" His voice carried an unmistakable threat. Instead of retreating, Draco pulled Emily closer. "Why so angry, Lucas? Is it because I spoke the truth, or because you fear she might choose me?" The tension in the air grew thick enough to cut. Emily could feel the energy between the two men threatening to tear the room apart. Lucas's body trembled as he fought to control the beast within. "Enough!" Emily suddenly shouted, "What am I to both of you? Some trophy to be won?" Her voice carried both anger and hurt. Both men froze. Pain flashed across Lucas's eyes, while Draco's expression turned contemplative. Emily pushed away from Draco and walked toward the door, but paused beside Lucas. "You say I'm your destiny, but have you considered my feelings?" Her voice was soft but accusatory. "And you, Draco, if you truly cared for me, you wouldn't use me as a weapon against him." She hurried from the library, and only when she reached the corridor did her tears finally fall. She didn't know whom to trust - Lucas, chosen by fate, or Draco, who chose her himself? More importantly, she began to question whether she truly understood her own heart. As night fell, Emily stood on her balcony. Wolves howled in the distant forest, while somewhere in the castle, she thought she heard the flutter of bat wings. Everything reminded her that she stood at the crossroads between two worlds, and she had to make a choice. Then she noticed items on the balcony railing: a rose as black as night with a blood-red sheen - Draco's mark. Beside it lay a wolf fang necklace, a werewolf protection charm, obviously left by Lucas. Emily gently touched both items, her internal conflict growing stronger. She knew that choosing either would alter her destiny forever. But more importantly, she needed to understand what her heart truly desired. As moonlight bathed the castle grounds, Emily realized that her decision wouldn't just be about choosing between two men - it was about choosing what kind of life she wanted, and more importantly, who she wanted to become.
Chapter Five
The following days in the castle were filled with an unbearable tension. Emily found herself constantly caught between shadows and silence, between warmth and cold. Every corner seemed to hold either Lucas's protective presence or Draco's seductive whispers. The weight of their attention was becoming increasingly suffocating. One particularly cold morning, Emily discovered a mysterious leather-bound book in the library's restricted section. Its pages contained ancient prophecies about the eternal conflict between werewolves and vampires. As she read, her hands trembling, she found something that made her blood run cold. 'When the moon bleeds red and the night grows teeth, a choice will be made that breaks the ancient cycle. A mortal's heart shall tip the balance, bringing either eternal darkness or salvation to both races.' "Interesting reading material," Leila's voice suddenly came from behind. Lucas's sister moved like a ghost, her silver eyes holding centuries of wisdom. "I've been waiting for you to find this." Emily closed the book carefully. "Is this... about me?" Leila's expression remained enigmatic. "The prophecy speaks of a mortal who stands between our worlds. But prophecies, dear Emily, are like rivers - they show the destination, but the path taken is always your choice." "What happens if I choose wrong?" Emily's voice wavered. "There is no wrong choice, only consequences," Leila replied, her voice gentle but firm. "But I must warn you - the blood moon approaches, and with it, a moment of truth that will change everything." Before Emily could ask more questions, a commotion erupted from the castle grounds. They rushed to the window to see Lucas and Draco facing each other in the courtyard, their postures tense with barely contained violence. "You've crossed the line, Draco," Lucas's voice carried up to them, filled with fury. "You dare to mark our territory?" Draco's laugh was cold and mocking. "Territory? This stopped being about territory the moment she arrived. Or are you afraid she's already choosing me?" Emily watched in horror as Lucas's form began to shift, his muscles rippling beneath his clothes. The morning sun caught his golden eyes, now burning with primal rage. Draco's own transformation was more subtle - his pale skin taking on an otherworldly sheen, his movements becoming impossibly fluid. "Stop!" Emily's voice rang out across the courtyard. Both men froze, their attention snapping to her window. "This has to end!" She turned to rush downstairs, but Leila caught her arm. "Be careful, Emily. The blood moon is three days away. Under its light, both races lose control of their darker natures. And you..." she paused meaningfully, "you will be at your most vulnerable." When Emily reached the courtyard, the tension was thick enough to choke on. Lucas immediately moved to her side, his protective instinct evident in every motion. But it was Draco who spoke first. "My apologies for the disturbance, dear Emily," his voice was silk over steel. "But perhaps it's time you understood the full scope of what you're involved in." He pulled an ancient medallion from his coat. "This belongs to your grandmother. She wasn't just any woman - she was a guardian, keeper of the balance between our races." Emily's world tilted. "My grandmother? But she died when I was young..." "She was murdered," Lucas cut in, his voice heavy with old pain. "By those who wanted to destroy the peace between our kinds. And now, as her descendant, you inherit her role - and her enemies." The revelation hit Emily like a physical blow. Suddenly, everything made more sense - the mysterious circumstances that led her to the castle, both men's intense interest in her, the prophecy. She wasn't just caught between two supernatural beings; she was part of an ancient legacy. "The blood moon comes," Draco said softly, his eyes locked on Emily. "And with it, powers long dormant will awaken. You'll need to choose not just between us, Emily, but between two paths for both our races." As if in response to his words, clouds gathered overhead, casting strange shadows across the courtyard. Emily felt something stir within her, something old and powerful, like a sleeping giant finally beginning to wake. Lucas moved closer, his warmth a stark contrast to the chill air. "Whatever you choose, Emily, know that my protection isn't just about fate or duty anymore. It's about-" But before he could finish, a piercing scream cut through the air. All three turned to see Leila collapsed at the castle entrance, her silver eyes wide with terror as she pointed at the sky. "It's coming," she gasped. "The blood moon... it's coming early. And with it, they're returning - the ones who killed your grandmother. They're coming for Emily." In that moment, as Emily looked between Lucas and Draco, she realized that her choice might not be about love at all - it might be about survival.
Capítulo 1
"Enhorabuena, está usted embarazada", le dijo el médico con un atisbo de sonrisa, pero Violet Bennett se sintió como si acabara de oír el mayor chiste del siglo. ¿Cómo podía estar embarazada si era soltera? No era una estrella de mar, capaz de reproducirse asexualmente.
"Doctor, debe de estar equivocado. Es imposible que esté embarazada".
"¿No se hizo una inseminación artificial el mes pasado?"
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El médico la miró sorprendido. "El historial médico así lo indica, pero el médico que realizó el procedimiento ya se ha marchado. No estoy muy seguro de los detalles. Si no quiere el niño, puedo ayudarla a programar un aborto".
Violet se sintió como si la hubiera alcanzado un rayo. ¿Qué estaba pasando? ¿De verdad estaba embarazada? Ayer mismo había gastado todo su dinero en pagar las facturas médicas de su hermano. Incluso le prestaban dinero para comer. ¿De dónde iba a sacar el dinero para abortar?
Salió del hospital dando tumbos, con la mente en blanco. Al salir, una mujer la apartó. "¿Eres Violet?"
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Imogen le entregó una tarjeta de visita. "Puedes pedir lo que quieras. Ten el bebé y dámelo".
¿Qué? Esto era chocante. "¿Cómo supiste que estoy embarazada?"
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Violet no era fácil de convencer. No iba a dejarse manipular sin saber lo que estaba pasando. "Si no me lo explicas, no estaré de acuerdo".
Imogen frunció el ceño, claramente frustrada. Su mirada recorrió el estómago de Violet, con expresión ominosa. "La verdad es que el niño debería ser mío. Me inscribí con un nombre falso que resultó ser el mismo que el tuyo. El maldito médico lo confundió y te hizo la inseminación artificial".
Violeta estaba estupefacta y conmocionada. ¿Así que el padre del niño era el gran jefe? ¿Cómo se había metido en semejante embrollo?
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"Esperaré tu respuesta mañana. Si te atreves a filtrar una palabra sobre esto, estás acabada", dijo Imogen antes de irse.
De vuelta a la oficina, Violet estaba hecha un lío. La oferta de Imogen era tentadora. Su hermano estaba enfermo y las facturas médicas se acumulaban. Realmente necesitaba el dinero. Pero, ¿podría llevar una vida normal después de tener un hijo?
Entró en el ascensor con cara de preocupación. Justo cuando se cerraban las puertas, entró una figura alta. Violet sintió que el corazón le latía con fuerza. Era Lawrence Price, el gran jefe y padre biológico del niño que llevaba en el vientre. ¿Era esto lo que llamaban "enemigos en un camino estrecho"?
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Sorprendida, Violet perdió el equilibrio y cayó al suelo. "¿Qué ocurre? ¿Funciona mal el ascensor?"
"Quédate quieta", dijo Lawrence con calma, apretándose contra la pared interior del ascensor. Sacó su teléfono para encender la luz, pero antes de que pudiera, el ascensor volvió a sacudirse violentamente.
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"Estoy atrapada", gimoteó Violeta, con la voz temblorosa por el miedo.
El rostro de Lawrence palideció y luego enrojeció. Era la primera vez que una mujer le tocaba tan íntimamente. ¿Intentaba seducirle? Una chispa de ira brilló en sus profundos ojos y agarró la mano errante de la mujer.
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Violet gimoteó: "Sr. Lawrence, realmente estoy atrapada. Si hoy es mi último día, tengo un secreto que quiero contarle".
Capítulo 2
: Revelaciones inesperadas
Las lágrimas cayeron en cascada por las mejillas de Violet, cayendo una a una sobre el pantalón de Lawrence. Podía sentir levemente la humedad que se filtraba, lo que le hizo preguntarse si aquella mujer era realmente ingenua o simplemente se hacía la tonta.
"No juegues conmigo. Si lo haces, te sacaré por la puerta en un santiamén". La frustración de Lawrence resonó en la habitación.
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Enrojecida, su cara parecía la de un tomate maduro mientras se retorcía y se retorcía torpemente, hasta que finalmente se liberó. "Sr. Lawrence, lo siento mucho. No pretendía... No podía ver nada, realmente pensé que estaba atascada..." Su voz fluía con continua contrición, inclinada en profunda disculpa.
Dicen que el cerebro del embarazo puede hacerte hacer cosas extrañas. ¿Lo estaba experimentando ya? Lawrence se aflojó la corbata, sintiéndose inusualmente nervioso por las payasadas de la mujer. "¿Tienes algún secreto que quieras compartir conmigo?".
Violet no se atrevió a pronunciar palabra. Temía que la hubiera malinterpretado y creyera que se le estaba insinuando. Si descubría que su semilla había sido implantada en ella por error, ¿no se enfurecería lo suficiente como para retorcerle el cuello?
"Yo...x sIó*lox vq&ueríaT GdSe,cir$tDez quYer, akunq_uge acMaubaYsó .dWeH hIaAcemrLte cKargo due$ la CemprePsa, ltodxo e&l mukngdoK te admiirfai méujcho". LaisD Rptaléa&brzaDsl deK ViwoQl'ertq saCliyerronV t,e_mblo_rosKasP,é coin .losZ _lcabios iteKmMbUl(oZruosoPs!.n
Lawrence esbozó una sonrisa burlona. Ya había oído muchos halagos de ese tipo. No tenía nada de original. "No seas aduladora. Concéntrate más en tu trabajo".
"Sí, tienes toda la razón. Lo recordaré", murmuró Violeta, retirándose a la esquina del ascensor como si la estuvieran castigando.
Finalmente, el ascensor volvió a la vida y, como un ratón asustado, Violet salió corriendo y desapareció por el pasillo. La vida estaba llena de sorpresas, pero hoy se había encontrado con demasiadas.
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Mientras tanto, en la mansión, Imogen compartía la noticia con la madre de Lawrence, Ellie Price. El rostro de Ellie estaba radiante de alegría. Hacía dos años, su hijo había sobrevivido al ataque de una serpiente venenosa en la selva amazónica, pero el veneno había afectado a la calidad de su esperma. No se sabía cuándo se recuperaría del todo. Por suerte, había almacenado su esperma antes del viaje. A Ellie siempre le había preocupado no tener un nieto, pero ahora por fin podía estar tranquila.
El rostro de Lawrence se volvió gélido y sombrío cuando se enfrentó a Ellie. "¿Cómo te atreves a hacer algo así a mis espaldas?".
Ellie le agarró la mano, con la desesperación evidente en sus ojos. "Hice todo esto por ti. Tu padre tuvo cuatro hijos, pero tú eres mi único hijo. Puede que ahora seas el jefe del Grupo Price, pero tus tres hermanos siempre están al acecho en las sombras. Sólo cuando tengas un heredero legítimo se rendirán".Puso la otra mano sobre el vientre de Imogen. "La operación ha sido un éxito. Imogen está embarazada. Llévala mañana al ayuntamiento para inscribirla en el registro civil. Mantén el embarazo en secreto para proteger al niño de cualquier daño. Podemos anunciarlo cuando sea casi la hora del parto".
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Lawrence la miró fríamente y se volvió hacia su subordinado. "Llévala arriba para hacerle una prueba de embarazo".
Imogen casi se cae del sofá del susto. Si le hacían la prueba ahora, ¿no quedaría al descubierto su engaño?
"Lawrence, no hace falta otra prueba. El hospital no puede estar equivocado", suplicó Imogen.
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El miedo la invadió y se puso pálida. "De repente me siento un poco mareada. Creo que necesito ir a casa y descansar".
Intentó escapar, pero Lawrence la agarró del brazo y ordenó a sus hombres que la llevaran arriba para la prueba.
El resultado fue negativo. Imogen empezó a llorar. "Lo siento, la operación falló. No quería preocuparte, así que mentí".
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"¿Pierdo a mi nieto?" La voz de Lawrence estaba llena de angustia. Ese era su único legado genético sano.
Abrumada por la conmoción, Ellie se desmayó. Lawrence la llevó rápidamente a su habitación para que descansara y ordenó a sus hombres que investigaran el asunto en el hospital.
Sabía que las palabras de Imogen no eran de fiar. Sus hombres pronto descubrieron la verdad. "Sr. Lawrence, la operación no fue un fracaso, pero debido a un error del médico, su esperma fue implantado en otra mujer. Actualmente está embarazada de un mes".
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Violet pasó toda la tarde aturdida. El jefe descubriría la verdad, ¿no? ¿Ya estaba planeando qué hacer con ella y el bebé?
Ese día no tenía que hacer horas extras. Cuando salía de la oficina y se disponía a entrar en la estación de metro, un matón calvo se le acercó y le puso un cuchillo en la espalda. "Quédate quieta y ven conmigo, o si no...".
Capítulo 3
Los nervios de Aurelay se activaron y sus sentidos se pusieron en alerta. No podía creer lo que estaba ocurriendo: un atraco. ¿Cómo podían ser tan ciegos esos delincuentes? Desde luego, no parecía una persona adinerada con su ropa barata, cada prenda de menos de veinte dólares.
"Sí, estoy arruinada. Ni un centavo en mi cuenta y ahogándome en deudas. Muestre un poco de piedad, ¿quiere?", suplicó, esperando una pizca de humanidad.
"Basta de cháchara", le espetó el matón con cara de nubarrón, empujándola hacia un Honda negro aparcado.
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El matón tembló, helado de miedo. Antes de que pudiera reaccionar, le agarraron la mano con la que sujetaba el cuchillo y, de un fuerte tirón, un dolor atroz le atravesó el brazo, haciéndole gritar como un animal herido.
Aterrorizada y desconcertada, Aurelay fue entregada a un hombre vestido de negro, que la escoltó hasta un elegante Rolls-Royce plateado. En el interior del coche se sentaba un hombre cuya presencia alta e imponente, junto con su apuesto rostro, no dejaba lugar a dudas: era Lawrence.
"Mr... Mr. Lawrence". tartamudeó Aurelay, con los nervios a flor de piel. Además de ser alguien que no asaltaba a la gente, el gran jefe era probablemente tan peligroso como cualquier bandido.
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"Fue... un accidente médico. Yo también soy una víctima", explicó ella, acurrucándose en un rincón, evitando su mirada penetrante que parecía capaz de destrozarla.
Una sonrisa burlona se dibujó en la comisura de los labios de Lawrence. ¿Dónde había quedado la audacia que había demostrado en el ascensor?
"He concertado una cita con el médico para que mañana interrumpa el embarazo", declaró, dejando a Aurelay estupefacta. ¿Quería abortar? ¿No estaba su prometida deseando que diera a luz? ¿No habían llegado a un consenso?
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Lawrence entrecerró los ojos ligeramente, sus ojos profundos revelando un atisbo de sorpresa. "¿Tiene alguna petición?", le preguntó, esperando que ella aprovechara la oportunidad para exigirle algo, dada su reputación de tratar el dinero como si fuera su vida.
Violeta apretó los labios, negándose a exigir nada al gran jefe. Además, él también era una víctima, y si quería una indemnización, debería ir al hospital. "No me despedirá por esto, ¿verdad?", inquirió con cautela.
Lawrence se detuvo un momento, con voz firme: "Siempre mantengo mi vida personal separada del trabajo".
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"Quédate aquí. Mañana por la mañana, alguien te acompañará al hospital".
"De acuerdo", Violet siguió obedientemente a la criada escaleras arriba.
Especuló que al gran jefe le preocupaba que se fugara con su bebé, de ahí que la tuviera confinada aquí.
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Lawrence se acomodó en el sofá y sorbió tranquilamente su café. Colson, su subordinado, entró en la habitación.
"Sr. Lawrence, el hombre que secuestró a la Srta. Violet ha confesado. La Sra. Imogen le ordenó que trajera a la Sra. Violet aquí".
Lawrence ya lo sospechaba.
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"Lawrence, no pretendía engañarte. Me preocupaba que la mujer utilizara al niño para chantajearte. Por eso coloqué el dispositivo de rastreo y luego decidí contarte la verdad".
Lawrence removió su café, sus palabras tan gélidas como su expresión. "No tienes por qué preocuparte. Mañana la llevaré a abortar".
Imogen se quedó sorprendida. "¿Vas a abortar al bebé?".
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Imogen no podía creerlo, temiendo que Lawrence se estuviera tirando un farol.
"Podría ser tu único hijo sano".
Los ojos de Lawrence se entrecerraron, un aura escalofriante emanaba de él.
"sNyo tgo!dkas la(sW mIuvj!erOes, $enstáJn OcaópaZcitaKdaVsu paHra, Pteneyrw uXnm hXijo Émío"J.S
Su mirada se desvió hacia Imogen, una luz fría pasó por su rostro, afilada como un cuchillo.
Imogen se estremeció. "Eso es bueno. Te salva de ser enredada por esa mujer".
Por supuesto, eran buenas noticias para ella. De lo contrario, habría tenido que encontrar la forma de eliminar a esa mujer.
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A los ojos del gran jefe, ella no era más que una empleada de bajo nivel, insignificante. ¿Cómo podía permitir que diera a luz a su hijo?
Ella sabía cuál era su lugar. Como era un error, había que corregirlo.
A la mañana siguiente, temprano, la llevaron al hospital.
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El médico cogió el bisturí. "¿Está preparada?"
El corazón le dio un vuelco.
Capítulo 4
: Un giro del destino
Violet tragó saliva y miró a Lawrence, que estaba sentado cerca de ella. La había seguido hasta el quirófano, quizá para asegurarse de que no tuviera dudas sobre la operación.
"Señor Lawrence, ¿podría salir, por favor? No se preocupe, seguiré adelante con la operación", le pidió, esperando un momento de intimidad.
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Confundida, Violet se preguntó a qué escáner se refería. Antes de que pudiera preguntar, el médico ya le había colocado la sonda de ultrasonidos en el abdomen.
"Hay dos sacos gestacionales, ¡son gemelos! Tienen mes y medio", anunció el médico.
¿Gemelos? A Violeta se le apretó el corazón e instintivamente cerró los ojos, incapaz de enfrentarse a la realidad que mostraba la pantalla de la ecografía. La idea de extinguir dos pequeñas vidas era angustiosa.
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"La operación ha terminado. Cámbiese de ropa y venga conmigo", declaró Lawrence bruscamente.
Sobresaltada, Violet abrió los ojos y le miró, temiendo haber oído mal. "La operación... aún no ha empezado", balbuceó, buscando una explicación.
Sin ofrecer ninguna aclaración, Lawrence miró su reloj. "Cinco minutos. No se entretengan", dijo con firmeza.
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Mientras iban sentados en el coche, una sensación de inquietud invadió a Violet. Se acurrucó junto a la ventanilla, mirando de vez en cuando a Lawrence. Su atractivo rostro permanecía inexpresivo, como una máscara de hielo.
Leer a Lawrence era como buscar una aguja en un pajar: totalmente inescrutable.
El conductor de delante se volvió para informar a Lawrence. "La señora Imogen estaba fuera de la sala de maternidad, pero hemos conseguido distraerla", informó.
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¿Cómo iba a llevar a cabo el aborto? Todo parecía una farsa. Violet no tenía ni idea de lo que realmente pasaba por su cabeza. Su mente se llenó de preguntas y por fin se atrevió a preguntar: "¿Adónde vamos?".
Lawrence sacó un montón de papeles de su maletín y se los entregó. "Firme aquí, ponga su huella dactilar aquí", dijo, sin dar ninguna explicación.
Violet hojeó rápidamente los papeles, casi dejándolos caer del susto. Era un acuerdo prenupcial.
¿LQué signiGfjicIajba?
Según el documento, el gran jefe pretendía casarse con ella, dejarla dar a luz a los niños y luego divorciarse.
"Pero... Puedo dar a luz al bebé, pero ¿tengo que casarme?". preguntó Violeta, insegura de sus propios sentimientos ante esta inesperada propuesta.
Si aceptaba, la tacharían de divorciada cuando volviera a casarse. Parecía bastante incómodo.
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Capítulo 5
Era una mujer pequeña y lastimosa, aparentemente indefensa ante el titán empresarial. La mera idea de enfrentarse a él le producía escalofríos, pues sabía que podría quedarse sin trabajo y sin hogar en un instante. Pero había en ella una vena obstinada que se negaba a doblegarse ante la autoridad y la instaba a mantenerse firme en sus convicciones.
Justo cuando se armó de valor para expresar su oposición, su teléfono móvil interrumpió sus pensamientos. Era su madre, con noticias devastadoras. El estado de Enzo había empeorado y lo habían trasladado a la UCI. Necesitaban diez mil dólares de inmediato, y no se veía el final de los crecientes gastos médicos. El peso de la situación aplastó su espíritu y no le quedó más remedio que pensar en medidas desesperadas.
Le temblaba la voz cuando se dirigió a Mr. Lawrence: "Mr. Lawrence... Puedo aceptar sus condiciones, pero ¿podría prestarme diez mil dólares? Prometo devolvérselos a plazos".
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Cuando Violet agarró la tarjeta con fuerza, la sintió a la vez ligera como una pluma y pesada en la mano, simbolizando el peso de sus circunstancias. Nunca había tenido intención de aceptar ninguna ayuda. Era un préstamo y estaba decidida a devolverlo. Con la cabeza inclinada en silencio, aceptó la realidad de su situación.
En cuestión de minutos, el matrimonio estaba registrado y Violet se encontraba en un coche desconocido. Lawrence le había conseguido un apartamento y Selene se ocupaba de sus necesidades diarias y de vigilar todos sus movimientos. "Recuerda, el bebé se ha ido. Que nadie se entere", le advirtió Lawrence.
Preocupada por si se le notaba el embarazo, Violet le preguntó: "¿Y si se me empieza a notar la barriga?".
"YoK *me Xoc)uparaém deé Desgo&"g, &lUeb as,ePguró )éul.
Violeta asintió obedientemente y no se atrevió a cuestionar sus motivos. Aunque no comprendía del todo sus intenciones, sabía que no tenía más remedio que obedecerle. Lawrence le dejó claro que su matrimonio era temporal y que ella no era su esposa.
Violet se encogió de hombros, pues nunca lo había considerado su marido. Sus compromisos eran únicamente para salvar a su hermano. Si no fuera por el deterioro de Enzo y la necesidad urgente de dinero, nunca habría cedido, a pesar de la presión.
Después de darle algunas instrucciones a Selene, Lawrence se marchó, dejando que Violet navegara por su nueva realidad. A la semana siguiente, volvió a la oficina. Eleanor, la Directora del Departamento de Diseño, le entregó la propuesta de diseño del nuevo trimestre, indicándole que se la entregara al Sr. Lawrence.
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Eleanor sonrió con complicidad, consciente de los rumores que circulaban en la empresa sobre el incidente del ascensor. Quería comprobar si Violet había traicionado a Lawrence y estaba a punto de ser despedida o si Lawrence estaba impresionado y planeaba ascenderla.
Sin otra opción, Violet se dirigió a regañadientes al despacho del director general. Al entrar, Lawrence levantó la cabeza, con una expresión tan fría como siempre.
"Ponla ahí", le ordenó, con un tono carente de calidez.
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