Love Turned to Ashes — Novel

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In a world where love once flourished, Tara finds herself grappling with the ashes of a relationship that has become unrecognizable. After a harrowing encounter that leaves her both physically and emotionally scarred, she makes a decision that will change everything: she’ll reclaim her life and her career, but at what cost? The man she once adored, Connor, now appears more like a stranger, consumed by a new affection for his secretary, Katie, who seems to embody everything Tara believed she once was.

As Tara navigates the treacherous waters of betrayal and heartbreak, she struggles to reconcile her past with an uncertain future. Will she be able to reclaim her identity without losing herself in the process? With Connor’s indifference growing more pronounced, and office gossip swirling like a storm, Tara’s resolve is tested as she contemplates her next move.

Caught between the desire for independence and the lingering memories of love, she must decide: is it worth fighting for a man who has turned his back on her, or is it time to let go and ignite a new flame within herself? In a tale of love, loss, and self-discovery, Tara's journey unfolds, revealing that sometimes the hardest battles are fought within.

Love Turned to AshesChapter 1

As I was being attacked by a rabid dog while pregnant, it just so happened that Connor Stevens was driving by with his secretary.

Hearing my hoarse cries for help, he covered her ears.

He said, "Don't listen, don't look, or you'll have nightmares tonight."

Then he rolled up the car window and sped away.

That day, after having an abortion, I found a torn pair of black stockings in the corner of the bedside table.

It was clear how intense they had been in bed.

After a bout of dry heaving, I dialed a number with a hidden name.

I said, "I'll do as you say. I'll come back to take over the company, but you can't interfere with any of my decisions."

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"Fine, as long as you come back, the company is yours to run," replied the person.

Just then, Connor walked in with takeout food.

The man who used to come home empty-handed now came home late and always brought back sweets and leftovers.

He glanced at me, placed the food on the dining table, and started to take off his suit jacket as he headed to the bathroom.

He showed no interest in who I was talking to or what we were discussing.

As I hung up the phone, he happened to come out of the bathroom.