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David, surprised but not hesitating, scooped Ashley into his arms, her limp body enveloped in his coat. Ethan caught only a glimpse of her before looking away, his gaze landing on her hand dangling from the coat. He saw the old scar on her ring finger, and the fresh, angry marks surrounding it. One of … Read More “Wish Chapter 10” »
before he drifted off. He’d pretended not to notice, a secret sweetness blooming in his chest. 984 Ashley, like her mother, was beautiful. The kind of beautiful that made men want to marry her. He’d been drawn to her, captivated even, but he’d always looked down on her background, her past. That’s why he’d never … Read More “Wish Chapter 9” »
Ethan Miller lived a charmed life. Parties, friends, never a dull moment. But lately, time had been dragging. Nothing felt the same. He was at his usual reserved room at the club, his friends engrossed in pool and cards, when the boredom became unbearable. He tossed his cue aside, grabbing his phone and heading to … Read More “Wish Chapter 8” »
I chose silence. Ethan could be incredibly stubborn. Arguing wouldn’t get me anywhere. When we arrived at my building, I thanked him and started to get out. He stopped me. “Your birthday’s next week. Let’s settle things then.” I wanted to say it wasn’t necessary. This quiet
The DC winter air hit me like a slap as I stepped off the plane. I pulled my coat tighter, shivering. Ethan was easy to spot in the crowd, his height and good looks drawing attention. “Mom asked me to pick you up,” he said, taking my suitcase and turning to leave. He paused, glancing … Read More “Wish Chapter 6” »
“David.” I took a deep breath, forcing a lightness I didn’t feel. “Yes?” “I’m going back to DC. Tonight.” My hands, hidden beneath the blanket, clenched into fists. My thumb absently rubbed the scar on my ring finger, a dull ache spreading through me. I couldn’t stop. I looked at him, forcing a smile. “What … Read More “Wish Chapter 5” »
Ethan grabbed her wrist and pushed her away. “If you don’t want to be here, don’t ever come back.” He stormed out, the pressure in his chest threatening to explode. He strode into the elevator, down to the lobby, and out to his car. The roar of the engine brought a sliver of sanity back. … Read More “Wish Chapter 4” »
The moment the door closed, David’s lips were on mine. The kiss was deep and urgent. Panicked, I tried to pull away, but he caught my tongue with his. My mind went blank, my legs weak. He held me close, and I caught the scent of cedarwood and a hint of tobacco. Intoxicating. He kissed … Read More “Wish Chapter 3” »
On my third day in Miami, Ethan called. I didn’t answer. Half an hour later, he texted: “I’ll hold onto the ring for three days.” I know what it moont We had dinar པ+ཕ་ く 1480 984 I knew what it meant. We had disagreements sometimes, and he always went silent. I always ended up … Read More “Wish Chapter 2” »
wish It was the third year of my secret relationship with Ethan Miller, and he still refused to go public. At a party, someone teased him, “Ethan, Ashley’s gorgeous. Haven’t you ever fallen for her after all this time?” I watched him clinking glasses with someone else, a flicker of hope in my chest. He … Read More “Wish Chapter 1” »