Book one | Alexa Harvey, a celebrated actress known for her fierce independence and uncompromising nature, has always steered clear of the sports world. But when her latest film role requires her to shadow Jude Bellingham, a rising football star wit...
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The next morning, Alexa woke up with a sense of unease that settled deep in her chest. The events of the previous night played on a loop in her mind, refusing to let her rest. Jude had managed to break through her defenses, just a little, and it terrified her how easily he'd done it.
She couldn't get the look in his eyes out of her head—vulnerable, conflicted, and yet determined. As much as she wanted to believe he was genuine, her instincts screamed at her to be cautious.
She'd been burned before, and she wasn't about to let it happen again. Especially not with someone as unpredictable as Jude Bellingham.
Rolling out of bed, Alexa tried to shake off the fog of doubt and confusion that had settled over her. She had a busy day ahead, and she needed to focus on what mattered—her career. She couldn't afford to let her personal life, especially her complicated, messy non-relationship with Jude, interfere with her work.
After a quick shower, she dressed in a simple yet elegant outfit—black trousers, a crisp white blouse, and a tailored blazer. She applied her makeup with precision, hoping it would give her the confidence she sorely needed. Her eyes lingered on her reflection in the mirror, searching for any sign of the turmoil that had kept her awake most of the night. But the woman staring back at her was composed, poised—everything she needed to be today.
She grabbed her phone from the nightstand and saw a slew of notifications, mostly from her publicist Megan, who was clearly in damage control mode. The headlines had hit, and from the flurry of messages, it seemed like the story was gaining traction.
-Jude and Alexa's Explosive Relationship: Lovers or Enemies? -Caught on Camera: Jude Bellingham and Alexa Harvey's Heated Exchange! -Alexa Harvey and Jude Bellingham: A Love-Hate Relationship?
Alexa groaned, swiping away the notifications. She didn't need to read the articles to know they were filled with speculation and half-truths. The paparazzi had gotten their shots, and now the media was having a field day, dissecting every word, every gesture.
But what bothered her most wasn't the headlines. It was the gnawing realization that this wouldn't go away anytime soon. The media wouldn't let up, not as long as there was something juicy to report. And as long as she and Jude kept crossing paths, there would always be something to write about.
Alexa knew she had to get ahead of this. She needed to set the narrative straight before it spiraled out of control. But how? She couldn't very well deny her involvement with Jude, not when they'd been caught on camera together multiple times. And denying their chemistry would only make the tabloids dig deeper.
Her phone buzzed in her hand, breaking her train of thought. It was a text from Megan, simple and to the point.
-We need to meet. Now.
Alexa sighed, quickly typing back her response.
-On my way.
She grabbed her bag and headed out the door, her mind already working through how she would handle the situation. Whatever happened, she needed to stay in control. She couldn't let the media dictate her life, and she certainly couldn't let her feelings for Jude cloud her judgment.
