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Chapter 15 Matthew, the once towering figure of authority–stoic, dignified and impervious -had become a shadow of himself. His eyes, bloodshot and wild with pain, locked onto the garbage can as if it were the only thing that could offer him redemption. Without hesitation, he plunged his hands into the stinking refuse, casting aside all … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 15” »
Chapter 14 Every time his body attempted to make a sound, only a broken, hollow whimper escaped. The night wind howled through the curtains, carrying with it an unbearable sting, as though a thousand sharp knives were carving into his skin. It was a pain that seemed to radiate from the deepest part of his … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 14” »
Chapter 13 There was a tension in the air, a heavy silence that followed Matthew‘ s hoarse voice. “Did you throw Cassey‘ s things out?” His words sliced through the room, cold and sharp. Julia froze, a flicker of fear dancing across her face. She had barely managed to move Mrs, Lawrence out of the … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 13” »
Chapter 12 Matthew.couldn’t hold back the agonized roar that tore from his chest. the saine e She was still wearing ng there from the last time they’d met. The earrings charred and twisted from the fire were ones he’d personally put on her Even the pink diamond ring on her finger was the one she … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 12” »
Chapter 11 The driver had gone back to check and Thomas–the damned man–was there too. Cassandra would be fine. She had to be fine. Matthew clung to this fragile assurance as the night stretched endlessly. Julia‘ s resuscitation took hours, leaving him restless and exhausted. The hospital walls. seemed to close in on him, every … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 11” »
Chapter 10 “Cassey, don’t worry. I’ll stay right here with you in the car. I’m not going anywhere.” Cassandra allowed herself to relax, her lashes fluttering closed. At that moment, Matthew didn’t know- couldn’t have known–that he would spend a lifetime regretting those words. Words that would come to haunt him, as they ultimately led … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 10” »
Chapter 9 The next day, Cassandra woke with a chilling determination. If this engagement was to end, it wouldn’t be quietly. Her revenge wouldn’t come in screams or tears. No, it would be colder, more calculated. That morning, she clung to Matthew‘ s arm, her eyes teary as she begged him not to leave her … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 9” »
Chapter 7-8 unmistakable; it was taken inside the opera house, from under the same red silk- covered table Cassandra and Matthew were sitting at earlier. Cassandra’s heart pounded as panic set in. A moment later, she felt a strange sensation–a hand brushing against her leg beneath the table. Her breath hitched as she froze in … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 8” »
Chapter 7-8 The engagement day loomed closer, yet Cassandra felt like a ghost haunting her own life. Every step she took was weighed down by the growing arsenal of evidence against Matthew. She would endure this. betrayal for now, but when the time came, she would strike with precision. It wasn’t long before Julia found … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 7” »
Chapter 6 The call came abruptly. Matthew’s brows furrowed as he glanced at his phone, a tension tightening around him. “There’s an issue with the company, he muttered, his voice unusually low. “I need to go.” Cassandra barely had time to process his words before he bolted out the door, jacket forgotten on the chair. … Read More “where the moon no longer shine Chapter 6” »