Chapter 13 There was a thud, as if a small metal object had dropped to the floor. It turned out that Stephanie had groggily woke up in the middle of the night. She wanted to go to the bathroom but forgot she was at Wellington Villa. After turning around, she accidentally bumped into the nightstand. She looked down and bent over to pick up a golden pocket watch, The moment Stephanie saw the watch in her hand, she snapped to full alertness. “This pocket watch…” It looked familiarl This was the same watch she had taken from Dominick’s coat pocket and used to cover her cab fare that night: Why is it here?‘ she murmured under her breath. Driven by curiosity, she examined it more closely and flipped open the cover, revealing a small photo tucked inside….. “What are you doing!” Dominick’s cold voice cut through the silence from outside the door. Feeling a bit guilty, Stephanie quickly hid the pocket watch behind her back and looked up to see Dominick striding towards her. Stephanie watched him glared at her as he approached. His gaze was stern as if something had greatly irritated him. “Give me that!” he demanded. “I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to keep it last time.” She knew that this pocket watch must have meant a lot to him since he had found it. But before she could finish her apology, Dominick, clearly out of patience, reached out swiftly and grabbed her shoulder. He tightened his grip, causing her mild pain, and snatched the pocket watch from her hand. “Stephanie, do you really think that marrying me makes you the lady of this house? Stop dreaming!” Dominick macked. He stood in front of her, his tall and imposing figure overwhelming her with a sense of oppression. Stephanie lifted her gaze defiantly, her eyes sparking with anger. “You think I want to marry you? I don’t even…” “Oh, you are acting all high and mighty now? Which woman wouldn’t want to marry into the Wellington family? Stephanie, do you really think you’re so special?” Dominick leaned in, glaring at her face. His eyes carried a deep sense of emotion, as if he was…thinking about the past. He seemed to be lost in memories. They were so close. Stephanie felt uncomfortable and twisted, trying to push him away. Dominick couldn’t suppress the restlessness building in his heart. When his eyes landed on her lips, an irresistible urge swept over him. Without a second thought, he kissed her, maybe a bit too hastily. Caught off guard, Stephanie froze for a moment before regaining her senses. A slight throb in her lips left a faint taste of blood. Chapter 13 ‘What does he think I am!‘ Stephanie thought, feeling panic and angry. “Let go of me!” She snapped, ready to slap hard across the face of the man before her. The moment her hand struck, Dominick let her go as if her voice had shattered his memories. face with He quickly caught her wrist, gazing back at her face with a look of coldness. “Stephanie, don’t forget who you are. You’re just here to have my child! This is only a deal, nothing more. Don’t talk to me about love or loyalty to any man This is a game for adults, and your dignity worth nothing heref” His voice was cold and clear. He took off his coat and flung it toward the foot of the bed, clearly annoyed. “A game for adults, and your dignity worth nothing… Stephanie replayed his words in her mind. She was furious, but then, Dominick suddenly pinned her down on the bed, leaving her no room to escape. Her hands pushed against his chest, her voice trembling with anxiety and fear. “Don’t, please don’t touch me… SEND GIFT
Category: Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus
Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus
Stephanie lost her mother early and was abandoned by her bankrupt father. Seeking a warm home, she chose to marry her husband. After three years of marriage without any intimacy, Stephanie was excited when her husband invited her to a hotel. But her joy turned to shock when she discovered the man in the bed who wasn’t her husband.
Dominick, heir to a powerful family, focused on inheriting the family business. He disgusted every woman after a breakup, but he ended up having a one-night stand with Stephanie, who bore a striking resemblance to his ex-girlfriend. Despite knowing she wasn’t her, he found himself drawn to Stephanie.Angry and saddened, Stephanie confronted her husband about the stranger in the hotel room, only to find him with his mistress and their illegitimate daughter. This revelation was hard to accept, but what was even more painful was discovering she was pregnant with the stranger’s child…
Chapter 12 In the middle of the night, downtown’s most luxurious Flaining Bar was alive with energy, drawing in rich playboys, celebrities, and models mingle with the high society. eaper to The thump of bass–heavy music, the dim flicker of lights, and sudden flashes of vibrant beams brought the dance floor to life as steking men and women moved to the beat, living in the moment. As a soft yellow spotlight swept over the VIP entrance of the bar, a man casually walked in. Bathed in the bright light, his tall stature and stern expression were striking, his slightly pressed thin lips adding to his cool, detached air that seemed unapproachable. “Mr. Wellington, right this way, please…” The bar’s general manager awaited at the entrance. They stepped into the elevator and ascended directly to the top floor of the bar. Contrary to what’s going on below, the top floor of the bar was much quieter. The space was wide open, featuring simple yet elegant decor. Priceless oil paintings hung on the walls, and antique vases and statues were thoughtfully placed throughout the room. At the far end of the eastern side was a place for storing fine wines, leading up to a semicircular bar. This area typically had no wait staff and was rarely frequented by guests. “This place usually doesn’t allow women, but since y you agreed to come on top today, well… Suddenly, the sound of clinking glasses echoed, followed by a man’s chuckle. “Mr. Hayes, you did promise me the lead role in ‘Crimson Autumn.” You better not forget.” Her voice was flirtatious, accompanied by a charming laugh as she raised her glass to feed him a drink. par. What can I do?” Vincent smirked. “Too bad, the director said your acting isn’t up to par. W “Mr. Hayes, perhaps you should ask the ladies to leave first.” The bar’s general manager approached Vincent Hayes and stood before him, speaking with a nervous tone. Vincent, clearly enjoying the night, shot him a look of annoyance. Lounging on an opulent dark green sola across the bar, another man suddenly chuckled, “Vincent, you’re dead meat. You know that?” “What?” Hearing Scott Roberts” sly smile, Vincent immediately became alert and lifted his head. y as if he just saw something terrible. The next second, he met the eyes of the man before him. He quickly pushed the woman beside him away as Vincent jumped down from his chair, feigning disgust, “Get down, ladies. Who let you come up here, anyway?” The actresses and models were curious why Vincent had changed suddenly, and they turned around, shocked. “Mr. Wellington.” The women couldn’t hide their surprise and called out softly, almost a bit sultry. However, Dominick remained expressionless, staring at Vincent coldly. Chapter 12 Vincent felt a shiver run down his spine. Everyone in their circle knew that Dominick had a particular disdain for women due to something in his past He quickly ushered the women downstairs, relieved to see that Dominick hadn’t lost his temper. “Dominick, I heard your grandfather forced you to get married today,” Scott asked with a smile, pouring him a glass of wine. Before Dominick could respond, Vincent burst out excitedly. “What? Dominick, you got married?” Vincent looked doubtful. Even if George did push Dominick, it usually wouldn’t work. Dominick wasn’t the type to cave so easily. “Dominick, what’s special about this woman?” Vincent was eager to know. Dominick had no interest in dealing with the Hayes and spoke up gravely. “Where is my pocket watch?” Vincent was about to hand over the pocket watch Dominick had lost when something flashed through his mind and shocked him. “Dominick, don’t tell me you married that… Vincent swung the exquisite golden pocket watch in his hand. “Is it the woman who bit you last month, stole your coat, and pawned your pocket watch?” Vincent had heard that right after returning from Aurorastra, Dominick had gone to a club to relax and somehow ended up sleeping with a woman.. Knowing him, Vincent joked that Dominick had totally lost his mind. He usually despised women, yet he had slept with one. Plus, he heard that this woman was bold enough to bite him, steal his coat, and even dare to pawn Dominick’s cherished pocket watch to pay for a cab. on her way to hell. Vincent thought that woman was probably on Yet, Dominick had married her! “Dominick, why on earth would you marry her?” Vincent wondered what kind of woman she was. Dominick ignored him. He just stood up and snatched the pocket watch. Scott glanced at the watch in Dominick’s hand, lost in thoughts. … Read More “Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus Chapter 12” »
Chapter 11 Stephanie entered the spacious master bedroom, taking in the unfamiliar decor with a solemn expression, and sighed deeply. At the hospital that day, when George said she should keep the baby, everyone was stunned. She was forced to stay in the hospital for three days to recuperate, and this morning, she was brought to Wellington Villa after being discharged. She inconsciously caressed her flat belly. Although it had been three days, her mind was still in a mess. That night, she was too upset after catching Kevin fooling around with Claire, and forgot to take contraception… And now she was pr pregnant with a child from the Wellingtons. It all felt surreal, almost like a dream…. Suddenly, an older lady entered the room and approached with a friendly smile. “Mrs. Wellington, hello, my name is Sandra Baker, and I’ll be in charge of your meals and anything you need. Just let me know when you need me.” She wasn’t accustomed to being called Mrs. Wellington by the staff at Wellington Villa. Sensing her awkwardness, Sandra smiled warmly, “Mrs. Wellington, I know this is a lot. But don’t worry. Mr. George Wellington had already instructed us to get ready for your wedding with Mr. Wellington. We will take care of all everything of the wedding, so you just focus on that little one you’re carrying…” Stephanie’s hands tightened slightly as she heard this. “Please get some rest, Mrs. Wellington. There’s a maid outside, and you can ring the bell by your bed if you need anything.” Stephanie nodded at her, and Sandra slipped out, quietly closing the door behind her. Now, Stephanie was alone in the spacious master bedroom. Turning her head, she couldn’t help but notice the papers on the bedside table. Stephanie walked over and picked up a marriage certificate, feeling a surge of mixed emotions. “…actually got married to him,” she murmured to herself, finding it hard to believe. She had been really nervous at the city hall at that time. This morning, after being discharged from the hospital, the driver took her to the courthouse first. George had insisted on letting Kevin divorce her immediately, and no sooner had she finished the proceedings than she was whisked away to register her new marriage with Dominick at city hall. Stephanie laughed helplessly, unable to put her feelings into words. Stella had always disagreed with the idea of divorcing Kevin, but when George spoke up, no one dared to object. Stephanie herself felt she had no voice in the marriage, Initially, she thought George just wanted her to bear the child, but unexpectedly, he had arranged for her to marry Dominick. “Looks like you have helped me to secure a good match, huh, little one?” she joked bitterly to herself In fact, she didn’t want to marry into the Wellington family at all. When she was escorted to city hall, the situation was so intimidating that the thought of resistance didn’t even cross her mind. Surrounded by several Chapter 11 bodyguards, she had no choice but to comply. What puzzled her even more was Dominick didn’t even try to object to George’s decision. She had never seen him as someone who would obey without question. Stephanie was annoyed. George seemed tough, and Dominick was also not someone she could mess with. She spent most of the day at Wellington Villa, never relaxing. The maids were all very polite to her. Sandra not only took care of her meals, but she also offered some advice about pregnancy. Aher dining alone, she was sent back to the master bedroom to rest early. Stephanie was exhausted after everything happened, but she found herself hesitating as she looked at the king–sized bed before her. Even though the maids had changed the sheets, it was still Dominick’s bed, and lying on it felt awkward. Stephanie stayed up until midnight, but her eyelids grew too heavy. She looked towards the door, thinking that Dominick might not come back from work. She took a deep breath to calm herself, and slipped into the bed. “Sleep p first,” sh she mumbled. “When “When he returns, we need to talk about where to sleep.”
Chapter 10 Stella saw the tense exchange of glances between the two, her mind exploding “Dominick! How dare you disrespect me and the Nelson family like this? “You! You….” Stella was so furious she could barely contain herself. Then, she tumed to George and vented. “Dad, can you believe this? Look at him! He has no manners at all Dominick, Stephanie is Kevin’s wife. How could you sleep with her?” The Wellington family had strict household rules, and George had always been particularly stern with the young generation, especially Dominick. Now, this scandal was just intolerable….. George was so furious that he started coughing hard. Brad tried to soothe George’s temper while the bodyguards and servants stood by, daring not to breathe. Stella burst out angrily. “Dad, I know Dominick is the only grandson of the Wellingtons. He is everyone’s favorite, and you’ve been so keen on finding him a wife. But look what he’s done now…. “He slept with his cousin’s wife!” Stella exclaimed, feeling wronged. “Just because he is your grandson doesn’t mean he can do something like this! This Is outrageous! How can Kevin hold his head up in public? What will people think of the Nelsons?” Stella, furious, started to shout toward the ward. “How could you fool around with him? You two are shameless!” Stella’s voice was sharp, and she just kept yelling. Inside the ward, Stephanie’s face turned pale. The accusation, those harsh words, cut through her heart like a dagger. “And what about you, Kevin?” Dominick asked out of the blue. “That night at the club…” All eyes turned to Kevin, whose expression darkened. The mention of “the club” brought back memories of the scandalous photos taken there. “Aunt Stella, why don’t you ask your son? He’s the one who sent Stephanie to my bed, after all,” Dominick sneered, glancing at Stella Stella was stunned and suddenly fell silent. Guilt flickered in Kevin’s eyes, mixed with deep resentment. He retorted loudly, “I admit I wanted to divorce Stephanie, but I only intended to take some pictures of her to threaten her. I hate her, but setting her up with another man? That would be humiliating myself! That night, he had only planned to have someone slip Stephanie a mild sedative, undress her, and take some naked photos to push her into divorce, but he never thought things would end up like this. His plan went wrong, and Stephanie actually slept with another man! And, out of all people, that man was Dominick… “Mr. George Wellington, the report is ready!” Suddenly, a doctor in a white coat rushed over from the elevator. The doctor respectfully handed a prenatal paternity test report to George. 12:47 Thu, 20 Jun M Chapter 10 This report used maternal venous blood for paternity testing and the latest genetic technology to determine the father of the fetus before birth. Everyone fell silent, all eyes complex and fixed on the report in George’s hands. George stared at the report and remained silent. He lifted his head, his eyes sharp as he looked towards the woman in the ward…. Under the weight of George’s stare, Stephanie clutched the sheets tightly, her face pale. She was overwhelmed by anxiety. “Why has it come to this… What should I do?” After a long silence, George finally spoke in a deep, stern voice that allowed no room for dispute. “Keeping the baby.” SELIN CIFT
Chapter 9 Tension filled the hospital, with everyone moving with a sense of urgency The door to the wand burst open as several doctors rushed in. Stephanie tried to get up, but the nurse quickly pressed her back down to the bed. “Ms. Reed, you can’t move now.” “Ms. Reed, the wound on your arm caused significant blood loss. Combined with your recent malnutrition and the emotional trauma… Well, luckily, you were brought in on time, or we couldn’t have saved the baby. You have to stay still for now,” an elderly doctor in a white coat advised, his hair thinning “Director, Ms. Reed’s blood pressure, temperature, and blood work are all back within normal range…” The others quickly examined her “Ms. Reed, how are you feeling? Any pain or discomfort?” Stephanie looked bewildered, watching the flurry of anxious doctors before her, her mind completely blank. Outside the hospital room, the corridor was even noisier… Kevin’s voice, tinged with imitation, cut through the noise. “Mom, why did you make me come here? I don’t want to see hert “Didn’t you hear about it at the banquet? Stephanie’s gone too far this time. I heard she hit the kid. Joyce got glass shards all over her hands, and she is your own granddaughter, for heaven’s sake!” “How dare you bring that up to me?” Stella’s face clouded over with anger. “Kevin, I’ve told you before. I don’t care what you do outside, but bringing them up at the Wellingtons event is too much… “Now Steffi is pregnant, try to be nice to her. And make sure your grandfather doesn’t hear about your affair. Go inside and see her.” “Stephanie is pregnant?” Kevin was momentarily stunned. His expression twisted into a grimace as he stepped forward, pressing for answers. “Mom, what did you just say?” His face was sullen, and he threw his phone onto the corridor floor with a loud crash. “Stephanie’s pregnant? How is that possible? I’ve never even touched her Kevin ranted in frustration. Stella looked utterly stunned. “You’ve been married for three years. How could you never have…” But now that Stephanie was pregnant…. “It’s my child.” A deep, magnetic voice cut through the tension from the far end of the hallway, followed by the sound of approaching footsteps A group swiftly moved down the VIP floor corridor of the hospital, and even George was with them. At that moment, the hallway fell silent. Stella and the others were too shocked to speak, and the words echoed in their ears. He said it was his child. 12:47 Thu, 20 Jun Chapter 9 MO 79%1 Stella looked at Dominick and frowned, forcing a smile, “Dominick, such jokes are not funny. Besides, you’ve been living abroad. You don’t even know “I know Stephanie,” Dominick replied coldly, his gaze sweeping over everyone present, His voice was deep as he repeated, “She is carrying my baby.” “What the hell did you say?” George’s face darkened as he slammed his cane onto the floor forcefully. “Dominick, you owe an explanation!” George’s voice, aged and stern, warned with a cold intensity. The people in the hospital corridor were all trembling in fear, It had been years since George had lost his temper like this. Brad was concerned. “Mr. George Wellington, please calm down… Be careful with your blood pressure.” He added, “Mr. Wellington is not a reckless man. There must be some misunderstanding…” Dominick pressed his lips firmly, showing no intention to speak further. He looked at the hospital room, seemingly lost in thoughts. Inside, Stephanie lay deathly pale on the bed, staring blankly at Dominick’s eyes. Her mind was in turmoil. SEND GIFT
Chapter 8 The voice sounded familiar to Stephanie.) Her face drained of color from the blood loss. She could only muster the strength to turn her head weakly, her vision blurring as she looked at the man The man crouched behind her, his hair brushing his eyebrows. His face was striking–high nose, chiseled features, as handsome as someone with mixed heritage. The man had an undeniable air of nobility, distant and aloof. One look was all it took to make him unforgettable. Of course, Stephanie recognized him. It was him, the bastard who slept with her… “Don’t touch me… Stephanie shouted as she struggled to free herself Her body twisted, the wound on her arm now bleeding more profusely. The excessive blood loss drained her face of color, and everyone was hurling vicious insults, siding with Claire and her daughter “I didn’t hit that little girl! She choked back tears, feeling wronged. It felt as if the whole world had turned against her, leaving her lonely and helpless, yet she refused to give in, pushing the man behind her. “Go away!” Stephanie cried out desperately, struggling with all her might.. But suddenly, everything went dark before her eyes, and her body went limp…. Dominick saw her eyes snap shut. Only then did he notice her feverish heat, and when he shook her, she did not respond. His usually stoic face briefly flashed with impatience as he quickly picked her up. “Babe… Stephanie was fragile, her eyes tightly closed, lost in a deep sleep. Even in her dreams, she could hear someone anxiously calling her nickname. Her mother often called her “babe” when she was still alive. She was the lady of the Reed family and their baby girl, so her mother used to call her babe, but… Stephanie was only 17 when her father, Gary Reed, brought his mistress home. After her mother’s death, she had a falling out with her father. She had been living a life of poverty after she left her family. No one knew she was the lady of the neighboring town’s wealthiest man. She had married Kevin, not for his money, but for a loving home. But Kevin had cheated on her, and Claire even laughed at her, mocking her that she couldn’t have a child, Stephanie struggled in agony on the hospital bed as if caught in a nightmare. 12:46 Thu, 20 Jun M Chapter 8 Suddenly, she opened her eyes, her forehead slick with sweat as she gasped for breath, Her gaze couldn’t focus as she stared at the white ceiling, slowly coming to her senses amidst the sharp scent of disinfectant. Then, she realized she was in a hospital. “Ms. Reed, are you alright?” A nurse stood by her bedside, offering a warm smile as she noticed Stephanie awaken Stephanie wiped the cold sweat from her brow and took a deep breath, looking at the nurse. “What… What happened to me.” Her body still felt weak, her memories a blur. She remembered arguing with Claire at Wellington Villa, and then Kevin pushed her, causing her to bleed And there was a man….. The nurse changed the WV with gentle care, her voice soft and respectful. “Ms. Reed, you’re pregnant.” “What?” Stephanie froze, thinking she had misheard. “Congratulations, Ms. Reed,” the nurse smiled. “You’re six weeks pregnant.” However, there was no sign of joy on Stephanie’s face. Instead, she looked deeply in shock, a flicker of fear in her eyes. “I’m pregnant?” Stephanie instinctively touched her flat belly, still in disbelief. She scrambled up from the hospital bed, agitated. “How could be pregnant?” “How could this happen…” Her mind went totally blank at that moment.
Chapter 7 Stephanie suddenly felt someone was watching her intensely. As she turned around, her expression suddenly darkened. “Why are you here?” Claire locked eyes with her, raising her voice sharply as she questioned her. Stephanie sneered, “How dare a homewrecker show up? Aren’t you scared of karma?” Claire held the hand of a three–year–old girl, her eyes flickering with malicious intent. “Who do you think you are, S Stephanie? You’ll be kicked out from the Nelson family soon enough. You are not the lady of the house anymore… As Claire spoke, she burst into laughter. “Honestly, Stephanie, I feel sorry for you. Your own husband couldn’t wait to get rid of you, so he sent you to another man’s bed. By the way, how did it feel? What a night, isn’t it?” “Shut up!” Stephanie shrieked, the mention of that night pushing her over the edge. Claire’s laughter grew even more scornful and arrogant. “Oh, look who’s angry! Kevin said that he hadn’t even touched you over the last three years. Stephanie, you are such a loser. Everyone in the circle thinks you are a pathetic woman who can’t have a child….. “Kevin brought me and our daughter to the Wellington’s banquet today,” she sneered. “He said he wants to introduce us to his friends in the circle. I think you should leave before you make a fool of yourself.” “Fine! We’ll see who the fool in the end is!” Stephanie snapped back, her teeth gritted in fury. “Listen up, Claire. As long as I’m still married to Kevin, you and your daughter will always live in the shadows.” Claire’s face twisted in rage as she heard this. She clenched her teeth, her voice cold and menacing “Stephanie, I’ve raised my daughter alone abroad all these years just to become the lady of the Nelson family. Cross me, and you’ll regret it!” Just as Claire finished speaking, she raised her hand to strike Stephanie but accidentally hit her daughter standing close by instead. With a sharp slap, the girl’s cheek turned red and swollen, and her small body staggered backward, falling to the ground. She knocked on a table behind her, sending several ceramic plates crashing to the floor. Pieces were everywhere. As the girl fell, her arm scraped against the broken ceramic shards, and blood began to seep out immediately. The girl cried out in pain. Stephanie watched in shock, unable to react. It showed how Claire didn’t care about her daughter. Claire was stunned for a moment, and she quickly yelled, “Don’t hit my daughter, please! She’s innocent, don’t hurt her…” Claire’s loud valce quickly drew the attention of people around. She held her injured, bleeding daughter and tearfully said to Stephanie, “Stephanie, Kevin and I were truly in love, and you forced me to leave the country. I know I shouldn’t have come back to disrupt your family, but my daughter just wanted to see her father. I’m not here to compete with you, 1/2 12:46 Thu, 20 Jun M Chapter 7 please, just don’t hurt us…” Stephanie couldn’t believe that Claire would do all this just to frame her. “I didn’t touch her, it was Claire who… Stephanie started to defend herself from the gathering crowd of onlookers, her voice tinged with panic But before she could finish, a figure charged through the crowd from the right. “Stephanie, how could you do this? You should go to hell” Kevin broke through the crowd and pushed Stephanie hard. She couldn’t dodge at that moment and fell straight down. Her mind went blank, and her head spun. As her vision blurred, she saw Kevin rush to protect Claire. “This Stephanie, married into the Nelson family for three years and had still no kids. She can’t even stand to see others have children, and now she’s taking it out on that poor little girl. That’s just so cruel…” the guests whispered among themselves. Stephanie bit her lip, tears welling up in her eyes as she fought back the grievance in her heart. She knew she couldn’t cry, not there. Her arms and her palm were sliced deep by shards of broken porcelain, her face turning pale in pain. A shard d of glass had sliced open an artery in her arm, sending crimson streaks down her skin. The smell of blood filled the air, and the pristine marble floor was marked by a pool of dark red. “Get her out of here!” … Read More “Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus Chapter 7” »
Chapter 6 George watched him stride toward the study, completely ignoring him. He was so angry that he wanted to smash his cane on Dominick “Look at him! Look at that scoundrell” “Mr. George Wellington, Mr. Wellington just got back from Aurorastra. Maybe give him a break before setting him up on a blind date… … Read More “Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus Chapter 6” »
Chapter 5 Stella didn’t linger and turned to leave soon after. Kevin watched his mother’s refreating figure, lost in thoughts. “Kevin, does your mom hate me and Joyce?” Claire had been anxiously eavesdropping from a corner. She clung to Kevin’s arm, her eyes brimming with tears. “Kevin, I know you’re married, and I shouldn’t have … Read More “Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus Chapter 5” »
Chapter 4 “Claire Peterson, it’s you! So it was you seducing my husband!” Stephanie’s voice caught in her throat, and her eyes were bloodshot from the pain that once tore through her heart. A smack camel With a surge of rage, Stephanie slapped the woman before her. “Claire, you snake! Your sister seduced my father, … Read More “Crossroads Confessions by Deirdre Augus Chapter 4” »