Tangled Hearts Contracted Desire

e afternoon light filtered through the sheer curtains, casting soft rays of golden warmth, and dancing upon the polished wooden floor. Outside the window, t

es – who was dressed in a navy blazer, crisp white shirt and well-pressed charcoal trousers – sat across from Emily,

genuine worry. "Entering into a contract marriage with Wyatt McKinley without even cons

ting trousers with her hair pulled back into a bun, she understood his concern, appreciating his inclinatio

the best way to get close to Wyatt McKinley, to gather the evidence we need again

desire to support Emily. He ran a hand across his face to

t me draft the contract? As your lawyer, I could have ensured that your interests were protect

decision. She knew James only worried about her and wanted the best

lained. "As for Wyatt's motives, you're right, I can't entirely be certain. However, I went through the contract doc

Kinley has a reputation for being cold and ruthless in pu

o her brother's reprimanding grey eyes, her gaze unwavering. "I'm no longer the little girl you're used

cured nails and well-kept silver-streaked hair, she exuded grace and poise of the astute businesswoman that she was. "Arguing won't change what has been done," Au

Auntie, we're grateful for all that you've done for

e then turned her attention to Emily, her voice gentle yet probing. "But,

asserted, her voice steady. "I truly appreciate all that you've done for me and James, and I won't deny I've learnt so mu

She excused herself, leaving the room momentarily. James seized the opportunity to express his concer

't understand," Emily ejaculated, her voice trembling with raw intensity. "The day we received the news of our pare

James' expression shifted to one of deep sadness. He see

ames began, his voice tinged with sorrow. "They were my

red bond. "Do you know how it felt for me?" he asked, his voice filled with vulnerability. "The realization

rt aching for the pain they both carried. She squeezed his hands in

wouldn't let anything happen to you, no matter the cost. Losing our parents was unbearable

ive instinct towards her – his unyieldi

tion. "But I need to do this. I need to find justice and restore our famil

was no longer the little girl to be shield

I'll support you and back you up with every legal weapon I can wield. But promise me you won't lose y

James. I won't lose sight of myself. I won't let my emotions blind m

s quipped up again. "I'm guessing you

ation. "I do, and you'll find out in due time, I promise," she replied cryptically. "

ontentment and wistfulness. "I just hope that whatever it is t