LEXI
As we left the courtroom, Julian's tension dissipated, replaced by relief. He wrapped his arms around me, holding me close.
"We did it," he whispered.
I smiled, feeling a weight lift off our shoulders.
The days following the verdict were a blur. Julian's children adjusted to the new custody arrangement, and Julian's business began to stabilize.
Sarah, however, remained a concern.
Her anger and resentment simmered, occasionally boiling over into heated phone calls or tense encounters.
But Julian stood firm, prioritizing his children's well-being.
One evening, as we sat on the couch, Julian's children played quietly in the next room.
"Lexi, I'm grateful for you," Julian said, his eyes locked on mine.
I smiled.
"I'm grateful too," I replied. "For us, for our future."
Julian's lips brushed mine, a soft kiss.
"We'll face whatever comes next, together."
Just then, Julian's phone rang.
He hesitated before answering.
"Hello?"
His expression changed, concern etched on his face.
"What is it?" I asked.
"It's Mark," Julian said. "Sarah's appealing the verdict."
My heart sank.
The battle wasn't over.
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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...
