LEXI
his tension. "Hey, what's wrong?"
Julian's smile faltered, and for an instant, I saw a glimmer of truth. "Just work stress," he repeated.
But I knew better. Something was eating away at him.
As we sipped our drinks, Julian's distraction grew. His eyes darted toward the door, as if expecting someone.
"Julian, talk to me," I urged, my voice barely above a whisper.
He hesitated, then spoke in a low tone, "I have a situation... from my past. It's complicated."
My heart skipped a beat. "What kind of situation?"
Julian's eyes locked onto mine, filled with a mixture of fear and longing. "I'll tell you everything soon, Lexi. I promise."
The promise hung between us, fragile and uncertain.
As we parted ways that evening, I couldn't shake off the feeling that Julian was hiding something.
Back in my hotel room, I opened my laptop and began typing.
"Julian Blackwood's Secrets"
The cursor blinked, taunting me.
What secrets was Julian keeping?
And why?
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LOVE REBORN
Romance"Lexi Thompson's world is turned upside down when Julian Blackwood, the charismatic and enigmatic public figure, ignites a secret affair with her. As their passion grows, the risks escalate. Will Julian's love for Lexi be enough to overcome his fear...
