Bane Of Her Existence

Bane Of Her Existence

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One thing Danielle Frost swore with her life was that she would surely make Jacob Miller pay. After fifteen years of unrequited love, Danielle is humiliated in a grand way by Jake and this scars her for life. Three years later, Danielle and Jacob are forced to work together or face their worst fears. They can't find a common ground until their fears finally catches up with them and they find themselves falling for each other again. *** "Can things ever go back to the way they were? We had something going, Danny." I could sense the frustration in his voice, accompanied by the occasional ticking of his jaw. His finger traced my face, stopping at my scar. I couldn't breathe as I wanted nothing more than to sink into his arms. But he had to pay. "There was never a we, Jake. There never will be." Taking his hand, I let it rest on my belly. He stood still, the wheels turning in his brain until he finally understood. "You're pregnant!" "That's right, Jake." Standing on top toes, I whispered into his ear, "And it's not yours." I turned and left, head held high as I knew his world had just crumbled. I reveled in it, but why does it feel like I left my heart behind?

Bane Of Her Existence Chapter 1 A HATEFUL REUNION

I would rather die than forgive Jake Miller.

This was my mantra as I walked into the restaurant, head held high, perfect strides, and looking out for dirt.

He was waiting, as expected. It was his turn to wait and it was my turn to make him wait.

"Mr Miller?" I peered down at the man seated there. The years had done him a lot of good; he looked much better than the last time I saw him...

"Director Frost! You are as pleasant as I imagined."

And still, the same bootlicker I once knew.

I smirked, ignoring his outstretched hand and signature smile; I pulled off my sunshades.

The look of absolute horror was worth it. His beautiful face was frozen in shock as he stared at me in disbelief.

For some seconds, we both stood, watching each other. Billionaire heir, Jake Miller-he had turned out fine.

"That's good to hear. Shall we proceed?" Taking my seat, I couldn't help but snicker.

One shot for me!

"Danny?" I nodded at Doris, my PA and she left immediately to give us some minutes of privacy.

"Hello, Mr Miller. Thank you for the -"

"Enough of that, Danny. What..." He was still gaping at me like I had fallen from the sky.

"Mr Miller! I'm here strictly for business, nothing more." I reveled in how strong I sounded. The self-esteem classes were paying off.

"I can't ignore the fact that this is Danielle-freaking-Frost sitting before me, all dolled up and perfect."

"That's because you never believed I could be successful." I felt the first attack on my patched-up heart, saying those words. "You haven't changed a bit, Jake. It's nice to know that."

Jake leaned forward, his face set into the cocky mask that would have warmed my heart and made me do anything for him. I was wiser now.

"I never said such, Danny. You look great, changed over the years." His smile was warm, but I knew never to trust it.

"Can you just cut the sugary nonsense? I'm here for business not to talk nonsense with fake friends." I didn't want to stay here longer than necessary. The more I spent time with him, the more my walls collapsed until I returned to the pathetic female he knew.

"I guess old things never change. You're still driven by your emotions, controlled by it."

"That's better than being a remote to your Mummy and Daddy." I shot back. I always knew what pushed his button and the tightening of his jaw proved that I had indeed struck a chord.

"A remote? I think that's the description of your relationship with poverty. You still have your scar. That's surprising seeing as the layers of mud couldn't cover it up." He sneered.

I gasped as my fingers subconsciously traced the jagged scar on my cheek, that no layer of makeup could hide. It was inhumane to refer to it.

"That's too low, Jake. Too low even for you." I said, steadying my voice with the last bit of strength I had. I couldn't break down before him.

"I know, Danny. But I have to get to your level, don't I?" He blew me a kiss as he stood, straightening his suit. He was truly the devil. No one could beat Jake Miller in being a monster.

As he walked past me, he crouched beside me, whispering in my ear.

"Nice try, Danny. But I still get nightmares thinking of your face." I gasped in shock as a tear slid down, breaking my face. He smirked at the impact he had on me.

"Mark my words, Jake. I will make sure you eat your words." I seethed, but he just laughed it off, strutting out of the restaurant.

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"I can't do this Clara! I just..." My tears choked me as I cradled my head. I was disgusted with myself. An utter disgrace and weakling. A few words from Jake Miller sent me running back to Clara.

"You haven't told me what he did to you. This is just their first meeting, right?" Doris nodded, looking more confused than anyone. Thankfully, she had come in as he left, he wouldn't have hesitated to open up old wounds in front of a total stranger.

"I hate Jake Miller. I can't breathe the same air as him, Clara. There's got to be something else," I wiped my eyes, ready to take necessary actions.

"You want to throw away a five hundred million dollar contract because of a man?"

I looked away, the shame eating me up. I would rather eat nails than see Clara being disappointed in me.

"I will think about it."

"There's nothing to think about! This business, for crying out loud, is not some stupid reunion. Your past has no place here." I could sense the irritation in her voice.

"Doris, talk sense into your boss. I can't do this right now." Clara didn't meet my eyes as she left, obviously angry that I had wasted her time. I hated it when I had let her down.

Doris hugged me from behind, her familiar scent of cupcakes making me feel a little better.

"You can't let this opportunity pass you by, Dee. This is that contract we've been looking for."

"You weren't there, Doris. He's not human. I can't work with him." They couldn't understand. I have known this guy for twenty-five years and hated him for fifteen years. I knew him inside-out.

"You can. There won't be much interaction. I will always attend any meeting in your place." I smiled wistfully at her innocence. That was exactly what Jake wanted. He wanted to show that he still had an impact on my life. But I would show him that I didn't need him to be successful. I was going to silence him permanently.

"It's fine, Doris. I will work with him. Pass me my make-up kit, please." If Doris had more questions, she didn't ask and that was why I loved her.

I took an aspirin to calm the throbbing headache as she laid out my daily makeup products.

"Why do you hate him so much?" She blurted out, confusion etched on her face.

Smiling, I traced the hideous gash on my cheek.

"He gave me this very scar."

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“One thing Danielle Frost swore with her life was that she would surely make Jacob Miller pay. After fifteen years of unrequited love, Danielle is humiliated in a grand way by Jake and this scars her for life. Three years later, Danielle and Jacob are forced to work together or face their worst fears. They can't find a common ground until their fears finally catches up with them and they find themselves falling for each other again. *** "Can things ever go back to the way they were? We had something going, Danny." I could sense the frustration in his voice, accompanied by the occasional ticking of his jaw. His finger traced my face, stopping at my scar. I couldn't breathe as I wanted nothing more than to sink into his arms. But he had to pay. "There was never a we, Jake. There never will be." Taking his hand, I let it rest on my belly. He stood still, the wheels turning in his brain until he finally understood. "You're pregnant!" "That's right, Jake." Standing on top toes, I whispered into his ear, "And it's not yours." I turned and left, head held high as I knew his world had just crumbled. I reveled in it, but why does it feel like I left my heart behind?”
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Chapter 1 A HATEFUL REUNION

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Chapter 2 PARENTS

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Chapter 3 A CONTRACT WITH THE DEVIL

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Chapter 4 RUFFLING MY FEATHERS

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Chapter 5 PANIC ATTACK ON THE DANCEFLOOR

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Chapter 6 A PARTY TO PREPARE

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Chapter 7 LIFE OF THE PARTY

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Chapter 8 MURDERER PARENTS

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Chapter 9 KNIGHT IN DISGUSTING ARMOR

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Chapter 10 A FIRST DATE FOR THE TROLL

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Chapter 11 A COSTLY MISTAKE

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Chapter 12 JEALOUSY IN THE AIR

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Chapter 13 ALZHEIMER; 'S A SIMPLE TRUTH

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Chapter 14 OBSESSIVE PERSONALITY DISORDER

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Chapter 15 TIME TO MAKE UP

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Chapter 16 PAYBACK TIME

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Chapter 17 A SUSPICIOUS JAKE

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Chapter 18 INVOLVED WITH THE MAFIA

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Chapter 19 WORRIED ABOUT JAKE

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Chapter 20 A FRAUDULENT JAKE

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Chapter 21 The Unexpected

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Chapter 22 The Creepy Feelings

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Chapter 23 Moments of weakness

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Chapter 24 Bitter Memories

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Chapter 25 The Lonely Heart

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Chapter 26 The saboteur

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Chapter 27 Broken Fortress

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Chapter 28 A New Beginning

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Chapter 29 The Awkward Meeting

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Chapter 30 The Long Drive Home

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Chapter 31 The close call.

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Chapter 32 The inescapable truth

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Chapter 33 The Hurting Truth.

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Chapter 34 A New Scar

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Chapter 35 The Unfolding Rift

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