Secrets Beneath the Surface
Rickie Crofton
234,362 Words
234,362 Words
In a world woven with secrets and unfulfilled desires, Lady Evelyn finds herself at a crossroads after a whirlwind of emotional turmoil and a life-changing revelation. Just two months after a fateful night that altered the course of her life, Evelyn grapples with the unexpected consequences of her past, particularly her complicated relationship with her estranged husband, Lord Cedric. As she navigates through her professional life as Asia's leading translator, dark clouds loom over her personal existence, amplified by haunting dreams of Cedric that refuse to fade. The gripping tension escalates when a shocking medical diagnosis reveals that Evelyn is pregnant, casting a shadow over her impending divorce. With her heart torn between memories of a passionate but tumultuous marriage and the allure of a blossoming connection with a new colleague, she must confront the truth of her feelings for Cedric—a man whose return ignites old flames while burying new hopes. As Evelyn strives to establish a sense of autonomy and success in her career, her path intertwines with Miss Livia, an ambitious intern whose ambitions include overtaking the position Evelyn has fought so hard to master. With an insatiable drive, Livia embodies the youthful vigor and innocence that target Evelyn's past insecurities, creating an electrifying tension between the two women as they vie for the same future. With each encounter, the stakes rise as miscommunications, unexpected betrayals, and the truth about unresolved feelings collide. Evelyn finds herself ensnared in a game of love, ambition, and loyalty, where every decision could alter her destiny and that of the life growing inside her. Desperate choices loom, and as the narrative unfolds, readers will discover whether Evelyn can reclaim agency over her life or be consumed by the very forces she seeks to navigate. Prepare for a tale rich with intrigue, passion, and suspense that will leave readers questioning the depths of love and the cost of ambition.