Chapter The Promise The Hawaiian sun was beating down as James and Sarah strolled hand-in-hand along the pristine white sand beach. After securing a private bungalow at an exclusive Maui resort, they quickly changed into their swimsuits to spend the day soaking up the sun and reveling in each other's company."This place is like a dream," Sarah sighed contentedly, gazing out over the azure waters of the Pacific. "I can't believe you could bring me here with you."James pulled her closer, planting a kiss on her sun-kissed shoulder. "Just you and me babe, no interruptions. I will do anything for you babe and I am willing to stand with you forever but with time you need to be hidden for now."“But it is not easy having you stay with another woman in the same room,” Sarah said.“Believe me when I say it is you and you alone, I want, and nothing can change that,” he stated.They found a secluded spot and spread out their towels. Sarah wasted no time in undoing the ties of her skimpy bikin
Emma scrolled through her phone, frowning at the endless string of texts from her husband James saying he was stuck in business meetings all weekend in the Hamptons. They were supposed to be on their honeymoon, but he claimed he had to work the whole time. She had a nagging suspicion he was lying. Just then, her phone pinged with a notification from Instagram. Emma's jaw dropped as she saw it was a scandalous photo of James in a passionate embrace with another woman on a Hamptons beach. The caption read: "FILTHY RICH MARRIED MAN CAUGHT CHEATING ON HONEYMOON WITH MISTRESS! SWIPE FOR ALL THE EXPLICIT PICS/VIDS!"More shocking images followed in the carousel post - James caressing the mystery woman intimately, kissing her hungrily, the two of them stumbling half-naked into the ocean waves. The video that came next left no doubt as to their activities. Emma felt physically ill as the horrible truth set in. Her new husband had been cheating on her...and these explosive photos and videos
The ornate conference room at Montgomery Corporation headquarters exuded an air of power and intimidation. Plush leather chairs surrounded an immense mahogany table, polished to a brilliant sheen. The walls were adorned with priceless works of art, a testament to the Montgomery family's wealth and influence.At the head of the table sat Donald Montgomery, a towering figure whose very presence commanded respect. His steely gaze fell upon Senator Reynolds, who fidgeted nervously in his seat. The two men were about to finalize the merger to secure the Reynolds family's political dynasty and financial future."Well, Senator," Montgomery began, his voice a low rumble. "It seems we have ironed out all the details of our agreement. Are you prepared to move forward?"Senator Reynolds nodded, his brow furrowed with determination. "Donald. This merger is crucial for both our families. With our resources combined, there's no limit to what we can achieve. This is the best thing that will happen t
James stared at his phone in disbelief as the images flashed across the screen. Pictures of him and Sarah in an intimate embrace, taken by some paparazzi lurking in the shadows. How could he have been so careless?His thoughts were interrupted by the shrill ringing of his phone. Senator Reynolds. James felt his stomach drop as he reluctantly answered."Hello, father.""Don't you 'hello' me, you stupid boy!" his father's booming voice exploded through the speaker. "Have you seen the news? The pictures? Do you have any idea what you've done?"James swallowed hard. "Father, I can explain...""Explain?" Senator Reynolds cut him off with a harsh laugh. "I'll give you one chance to explain how you could be so mind-numbingly idiotic! Those pictures are everywhere, plastered all over the internet and tabloids! And you know exactly what's at stake here!"James gripped the phone tighter. The Montgomery merger, the key to saving their family's faltering legacy and financing his father's re-elect
Emma sat on the couch, her eyes fixed on the screen of her laptop, tears streaming down her cheeks. The images she had stumbled upon were seared into her mind, each one a knife twisting deeper into her already wounded heart.The pictures were unmistakable – James, her husband, locked in an intimate embrace with another woman. Emma's breath caught in her throat as she studied the damning evidence, the betrayal cutting her to the core.The sound of the door opening caught her attention, and she quickly wiped away her tears, steeling herself for the confrontation that was about to unfold."Emma? Are you in here?" James's voice called out from the hallway.Emma said nothing, her lips pressed into a thin line as she waited for him to enter the room.James rounded the corner, his brow furrowed with concern. As his gaze fell upon Emma's tear-stained face, he froze, the weight of the situation bearing down upon him. "Emma, please you can’t be sitting here alone?"Emma remained silent, her eye
Chapter OneThe fancy ballroom at the Metropolitan Hotel was super luxurious, with sparkly chandeliers and gold decorations everywhere. It was the place for rich, important people in New York City to see and be seen. Emma Montgomery walked in on her father's arm, smiling fakely even though she didn't want to be there.Emma hated these stuck-up high society parties. She couldn't stand having small talk with snobby social climbers while also trying to get potential investors interested in her family's real estate company, Montgomery Corporation. At twenty-five years old, Emma's life path was already set - she was the heir who had to take over the multi-billion dollar business from her father one day, whether she liked it or not.As always, the ballroom was jam-packed with people dressed up in fancy tuxedos. The air smelled strongly of expensive perfumes, cigar smoke, and desperation from people trying to climb the social ladder. Emma's father was immediately whisked away by a group of r
Chapter 2"Emma, my dear, I trust you haven't forgotten about our...arrangement?"Emma looked up from her desk with a scowl as her father strode into her office at Montgomery Corporation. Before she could respond, he continued."I'm glad to see you've turned around so quickly regarding the marriage to James Reynolds." His expression was smug.Emma's brow furrowed in confusion. "Turned around? What are you talking about?"Robert chuckled. "Why, your passionate kiss with the man at the party, of course. I saw the whole sordid thing with my own eyes."Emma felt her face flame with embarrassment as the memory of that heated lip lock came rushing back. "That...that was a mistake. A moment of pique, nothing more.""A mistake?" Her father's eyes narrowed dangerously. "How dare you play with our family's reputation like that! I will not have my heir behaving like some salacious floozy."Emma recoiled, stung by the venom in his tone. She opened her mouth to defend herself, but Robert barrelled
Chapter 3"Dinner?" James's voice rang with incredulity as he strode into the study. "With Emma Montgomery? The spoiled little princess who dared to kiss me at that society event?"Senator Reynolds looked up from his desk, his expression softening as he regarded his son. He set down his pen and gestured for James to take a seat across from him."I know this situation seems sudden and unconventional," he said, his tone level and unhurried. "But I truly believe it could be an incredible opportunity for you, son. Especially after witnessing the obvious chemistry between you two."James shook his head adamantly as he dropped into the chair, recalling the scorching, bruising kiss Emma had laid on him seemingly out of nowhere."Chemistry? She kissed me like that solely to get revenge on her cheating ex-boyfriend who showed up with his fling. It was a twisted game to humiliate the poor bastard, nothing more."His father arched one skeptical brow. "Are you quite certain about that? Because fr