The Last Dance
Language: en
Five years into our secret marriage, Lucas Sterling's ambitious first love returned. He allowed me to become a stepping stone for Bella Clark's rise. He watched as she made me practice lines in the pouring rain, rehearse dances barefoot in the snow, and even forced me to entertain investors in flimsy clothing. Once, Lucas had shielded me with his life, saying, "Ava, I'll protect you for the rest of my life." But later, at the celebration party, he made me stand aside and watch him passionately kiss Bella. He said, "Once Bella's career stabilizes in a few years, I'll announce that you…