Shadows of a Love Unending

Summary

Eleanor Thorne’s husband of three years, Julian, had a rabid admirer. The girl, Scarlett Quinn, was unremarkable in every way, not particularly attractive, but she pulled out all the stops to force Julian into a divorce, committing outrageous acts. She knelt in the pouring rain on the street for three days and nights just for a glimpse of him; she crashed their wedding in a bridal gown, attempting to abduct the groom; she spiked his drink, shedding her clothes and brazenly attempting to force intimacy… Her insanity had rocked all of Sterling City. Many gossips even placed bets on how long it would take Julian to finally be swayed.

Yet Eleanor had never truly worried about her. She was beautiful, wealthy, and successful. She and Julian had been childhood sweethearts for over a decade, having navigated the toughest times together. Most importantly, Julian’s own father had succumbed to temptation and had an affair, ultimately driving Julian’s mother to her death. Julian, therefore, utterly despised those who lacked all decency.

Until their wedding anniversary. Eleanor went to Julian’s office to surprise him. Instead, she found Scarlett Quinn, utterly naked, inside. Scarlett’s eyes narrowed, as she lay brazenly on the executive chair, her fingers toying with a wet fountain pen. A soft, suggestive moan escaped her lips: “Julian, gently…”