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11 Zane carried me away. He had more people. Shawn and Xavier couldn’t stop him. My dad rushed out. He didn’t understand why he’d drugged Shawn, but Zane took me. Whoever took his daughter would pay. His company was close to bankruptcy, and he needed help. He yelled, calling my name. But I held onto … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 10” »
10 I woke up in a lavishly decorated, dark room. Overwhelming heat suffocated me. I gasped, taking off my jacket. I was parched and restless. Sweat soaked my hair. I stared at the ceiling, trying to remember what happened. The blankets shifted. A raspy voice, “…You’re awake?” I was startled, yet the voice was familiar. … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 9” »
9 From the moment he appeared in the hospital, I suspected him. My investigator revealed that Ling Xiao was actually Xiao Ling, Shawn’s unknown half- brother. He’d been raised abroad with their mother. He’d grown ambitious, believing he could replace Shawn and returned to the country. He hated his brother, and everything Shawn cherished. He … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 8” »
8 The classroom was quiet. Zane’s question hung in the air. Everyone waited for my answer. I scoffed. My gaze swept over their faces. I sneered, “A complete liar has the nerve to ask that?” “Have you all forgotten?” “We broke up?” I took Ling Xiao’s hand in front of them. L “Get lost, don’t … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 7” »
6 His tone was self–righteous. As if I’d cheated on him. But who did he think he was? I was initially angry, ready to retort. But noticing something unusual, I paused. Looking up, I ignored Shawn and took Ling Xiao’s hand. “Let’s go, ignore him, we’ll be late for class.” Both men looked at me. … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 6” »
Chapter 2 5 I stood there, for a long, long time. A chill spread from my feet, creeping up my body. Swallowing felt like choking on knives. Then came the tremors.” Uncontrollable, subtle tremors. I glanced at Zane, the furthest away. My lips trembled, opening and closing. I wanted to ask if it was real. … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 5” »
4 After the rescue, I was afraid to go out. My friends‘ betrayal, the kidnapping, and the humiliation left deep scars. I was on edge. Zane, usually cold and distant, stayed by my side. I’d never seen him so gentle and patient. He seemed to sense my despair. He started conversations, keeping me company. I … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 4” »
3 Unlike the accumulated wealth of the Shawn, Xavier, and Zane families, my family, the Xie family, was a new money family. My dad caught a lucky break and rose to the top, joining their social circle. But that was just the surface. Many secretly mocked us, calling us nouveau riche who didn’t belong and … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 3” »
2 My parents went to get the car. As I followed, someone grabbed my arm from behind. I turned to see Shawn’s unhappy face. He wore a white shirt over a black low–cut T- shirt, his stylish and rebellious look mirrored his personality. His newly pierced diamond studs were visible above his sexy collarbone. He … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 2” »
My Childhood Sweetheart Chapter 1 I was the only girl among three childhood friends, each from a prominent family. My family’s fortunes had fallen, and my parents were planning a marriage alliance with one of them. But the school bully, Shawn, disdainfully glanced at me and refused, saying, “No way, I like the quiet type. … Read More “THE Childhood Sweetheart 1” »