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Chapter 7 Chapter 7

Word Count: 1061 | Released on: 07/12/2024

ith activity as doctors and nurses hurried past

side the operating

wall, her white coat wrink

wiping away the remnants of

grip on Callie, his eyes

through the sternness in his tone. 'Why were yo

shot up like

termined not to let a strang

ess,' she snapped, her v

loser, his ga

she felt his proximity, h

his voice low and commanding. 'I don't li

ed, her heart poundin

customed to s

, but a small part of her longed fo

tly as she met his eyes.

y are yo

epeated, her voice sh

loser, his ga

over her words. 'I-I really can handle it myse

ed. 'Is that why you have a bandage

dismissing his remark. 'I don't

his lips dangerou

tinctive step backwards, bump

ind whirled with a mixture o

through the tension, cutting throu

se with a fiery spirit and a

you are! I've been looking all over for you. How are y

'I'm fine, Wendy. Really. Jus

a pain, you know? Always acting like she knows everything. If it weren't f

calm down. It's not worth getting worke

er you. You two had plans to get married next year, and your relationship seemed so solid. If it weren't for Abby's meddl

allie's heart once aga

heir relationship has nothing to do with me. I saved that

tween Callie and Wendy, his gaze

ssessed the strength and resilience in Callie's

her apartment haunted him-the despica

o was discarded in the trash ca

ore, his eyes lingering on

him that it was a resul

dication, Elias couldn't

y on one of his subordinates but had also don

ion with Callie, couldn't help but notic

and she almost let

t-shirt and black pants, the m

tense gaze were enough to ma

Callie, pulli

at hunk of a man is?' Wendy gushe

her expression wary.

k at him! He's like a walking work of art. I mean, s

e careful. Just remember, the prettier they are, the more dangerous they

ht wind of their conversatio

er distance, and yet, here sh

contradictory st

ence. 'Come on, Callie, you can't just judge a book b

ghts drifting back to that rainy night wee

st in time, her cheeks fl

's curiosity, dismi

nswer, a soldier in combat gear ap

llie saw him, but

e they worked, had clos

ommon to see s

a halt before Elia

orted that the injured members of their squad, who had been

ledgement, his militar

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“'Callie,' he began, his voice husky, 'crying over your ex-boyfriend won't solve anything.' Confusion etched across her face, Callie furrowed her brows. 'Then what will?' she demanded, her voice tinged with frustration. Elias leaned closer, his warm breath caressing her cheek. 'You need to show him what he's lost. Find a man who's more handsome, more powerful, and richer than him. Then, make a grand entrance into his life with your new partner.' Callie scoffed, her eyes rolling in disbelief. 'Where am I supposed to find someone like that?' Elias's fingers gently lifted her chin, locking their gazes together. 'I can be that man,' he said. 'If you agree to be with me, I'll protect you from any harm, including your ex-boyfriend.' ********************************************** Elias Westwood, billionaire heir turned professional solider, a commanding presence on the battlefield, conceals a tender heart that beats for only one woman--Callie Hawthorne, a fearless surgical resident, possesses an innocent charm and wields her skills like a warrior in the operating theatre. Their first encounter thrusts them into a dangerous game of deception. Elias uses Callie as a pawn, their lips locked in a passionate kiss, fooling his pursuers. In that moment, Callie feels the allure of the enigmatic soldier, and a strange connection sparks between them. An impulsive decision seals their fate-a hasty marriage to escape an arranged union and prove Callie's readiness to move on from a past love. Little did they know, this act would propel them onto an unforeseen path. Amidst the chaos of war, Elias risks his life for his countrymen, while Callie tends to the wounded and shelters refugees. In the midst of battle, a tender love blossoms. Elias's strength and haunting scars captivate Callie, who shares the pain of being an orphan. She admires his unwavering bravery, finding solace in their shared experiences. Yet, their bond faces relentless challenges. Women vie for Elias's attention, while men yearn for Callie's affection. Sinister forces within the army conspire against Elias, and false accusations threaten to tear Callie away from the man she loves. And Elia's search for the truth about his parents' deaths leads him to confront one of the country's most powerful families. Passion collides with suspense, and love battles against those who seek to tear them apart. Will Elias and Callie emerge unscathed from the shadows, or will their sacrifices shatter their dreams forever? Discover their fight for a future filled with hope, trust, and the promise of a happy ending.”