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The maid

Chapter 2 Boundaries

Word Count: 556    |    Released on: 02/11/2024

omed to the house's labyrinth of rooms, corridors, and secret passages. Every morning, she polished the countless mirrors, dusted the antiques, and scrub

d times-sometimes during breakfast, other times as she was dusting the grand library. Each encounter was brief, but his eyes always held hers a secon

ly amplified the thoughts swirling in her mind. She wandered into the room, where shelves upon shelves of books stretched up toward the ceiling. A fire

he collection. It was a sanctuary of knowledge, of stories untold. She felt a str

eace was s

her heart leaping into her throat. She kne

ers, and the heat in his gaze was unmistakable. He didn't say anything at first, just stood there, watching her

his voice low and smooth. There was a dangerous edge t

ude," Victoria said qui

In fact, I'm glad you're here." He moved closer, his eyes never l

th went

his body. His hand reached up, brushing a stray lock of hair from her face. The touch was light, almost teasing, but

he whispered, his breat

She didn't trust herself to speak, to admit the

moment longer before he pulled away, leavin

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“In a world of secrets, danger, and forbidden love, Lena, a humble maid, finds herself entangled in a web of deceit after crossing paths with Lord Montrose, a nobleman with a dark past. Initially employed to serve him in his grand estate, Lena soon discovers that Montrose is fleeing powerful enemies who seek to destroy him. As the two grow closer, their bond deepens into a passionate love, but they are forced to abandon their safe life when Montrose's enemies close in. Fleeing to a secluded cottage, they attempt to build a life together, but their happiness is overshadowed by the constant threat of discovery. Determined to end the cycle of fear, Montrose contacts old allies, including Isla, a former friend, to help expose the corruption behind the plot against him. However, trust is a fragile thing, and betrayal lurks around every corner. In a shocking twist, Isla reveals her true allegiance, leading to a deadly confrontation. Lena, no longer a mere maid but a partner in Montrose's fight for survival, must navigate treachery and danger to protect the man she loves, knowing that their fate hangs in the balance. Together, they must face the ultimate battle for freedom.”
1 Chapter 1 The Arrival2 Chapter 2 Boundaries3 Chapter 3 Forbidden4 Chapter 4 The Invitation5 Chapter 5 Secrets and Shadows6 Chapter 6 The Confrontation7 Chapter 7 Surrender8 Chapter 8 After the Storm9 Chapter 9 Tethered10 Chapter 10 Secrets in the Dark11 Chapter 11 Confrontation12 Chapter 12 Unraveling13 Chapter 13 A Dangerous Choice14 Chapter 14 A Growing Suspicion15 Chapter 15 The First Threat16 Chapter 16 Desperation