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Treacherous hearts: Return of the Second Male Lead

Chapter excerpt: Charlton knew what was running in her head and in truth he wanted to mock her. ’You truly are a whore, aren’t you?’ he wanted to say. However, he was not planning to make this a one-time thing and he had more in store for her. So instead, he leaned forward as he started kissing her tears away. "Serena, I love you so much, do you know that? So please, don’t give me that look." Serena’s tears did not stop but what was the use. They were already like this and no matter how much she denies it, that she even let something like this happen… there’s only one conclusion. She still loved Charlton. Or at least she was that greedy for his love. She could not push him away so she could only raise her arms and envelope him in her embrace. "We’re going to burn in hell for this…." She whispered. Charlton burrowed his head on the juncture of her neck. He licked and kissed that part, careful not to leave a mark as they still will be meeting with the others later. He smirked when he felt her tremble. Why was she so easy? Regardless, he was enjoying what she can offer before he ruins her himself. "All the more reason to get as much heaven as we can now." He said, then he started moving. -- A year after his father’s death, grand duke Charlton Daniel finally responds to the summon of his uncle, the king, to return to the capital. Of course, his reason for compliance was not due to his subservience to the crown. Four years ago, his life has been turned upside down. His lover betrayed him for his cousin, the crown prince. His father was sent to prison because of a crime with dubious evidence. While he, himself, was sent to exile with a mission to capture the revolutionists. All of which, he took in strides because of his steadfast belief in humanity and justice. However, time changes everyone. Four years may seem short, but to some, it’s enough to change their perceptions and priorities. Once a pacifist at heart, Charlton is now going to return to the royal capital with a personal vendetta. -- To the public eye, Serena William, nee Maxwell, was living the perfect life. She was beautiful, rich, happily married, and has the unwavering support of her maternal family. Oh, and did I mention that she was also the crown princess and the most loved personage? Yes, that she was. Kind, generous, and approachable. She was a woman who was completely unlike any other. No one in the royal family was as well loved by the masses as she was. At least, that’s how her life was perceived to be. Behind closed doors, life was not as glamoured up as it was in the tabloids. Her first pregnancy ended up in stillbirth, while the next two ended up in miscarriages. Was this her retribution? She could not help but ask herself. This led to her guilt and self-blame which further developed her insecurity, and even inferiority complex. Aside from what she was undergoing herself, it doesn’t help that the queen mother kept on rubbing salt to injury by implying that she should let her lady-in-waiting, the queen’s first choice for crown princess, take over. Crown prince Geoffrey William was Serena’s saving grace, her knight in the shining armor, the man who sticked with her through thick and thin. Would she ever be willing to make way for another woman for his own good? Then worse, comes her old flame who seems to still be enamored with her. What lengths would she be willing to take to keep the pandora’s box shut? However, there are no secrets that time does not reveal. What will she do when she later finds out what her greatest champion did to her? -- Hearts will break, heads will roll. All is fair in love and war. This novel is not for the faint hearted. — This novel is the sequel to the first titled, ‘Making the second male lead fall in love with me, the Villainess’, and is set four (4) years after the royal wedding. (But you don’t need to read the first to understand this one, sequence is not important)

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Chapter 24: Leaving for Torton V

When Serena stopped playing the piano, Geoffrey was pulled out of his musings. Initially, seeing that she was still absorbed in her own thoughts, he decided to give her time to compose herself before making his presence known.

To his surprise, she stood up from the stool. He thought she would notice him then, but she did not. So, he tried to catch her attention by clearing his throat.

However, Serena did not notice him but started grinning instead. He smiled as he wondered what was running inside her head. Well, whatever it was, it's good that she's no longer being sad. He tried to get her attention again.

When that didn't work and she started giggling, Geoffrey realized that she must be in her own world coming up with another of her ingenious plans as she liked to call it. Although Serena acts mature most of the time, there were times when she could still be childish. Sadly, given their current situation, that has become very rare as of late.

Anyhow, Geoffrey, despite his usual seriousness understood that some laughter was needed in their lives. So, not wanting to pass up the opportunity to tease her, he cleared his throat louder the third time to call her attention.

Serena stared with wide eyes, still not getting over her shock.

"Sorry, I was only hoping to give you a pleasant surprise. But looks like you're not all too pleased to see me back home this early." Geoffrey replied as he feigned hurt while looking all too innocent when in fact, he just wanted to laugh.

Serena felt guilty for screaming and making Geoffrey feel that way. Well, he could have knocked but then again, as he said, he wanted to give her a pleasant surprise. "No, I'm sorry. I was just very surprised. I'm happy that you're here. By the way, why are you back so early today?" Serena asked.

Geoffrey frowned. "That doesn't sound too convincing. Maybe I should just go back to the ministry." Geoffrey jested as he turned his back, acting as if he were to leave.

Serena pursed her lips as her eyes turned to crescents. Although she never imagined that Geoffrey has this side to him when they first got married, they have already been married for 4 years, and though he could have fooled her the first year, he could no longer do so now.

"I think this should be the part where you make an effort to stop me." Geoffrey announced when he still didn't hear Serena approaching.

Serena began laughing. Then, she walked to where he was and hugged him from behind. "I'm sorry, my love, please don't leave. I'm truly beyond delighted that you have come home early today."

Geoffrey's shoulders shook as he tried to stop himself from chuckling. The term 'my love' was a bit too much.

Serena smiled feeling happy that Geoffrey too was happy. It was moments like this that makes her feel that everything was worth it. "I love you Geoffrey, and welcome home" she said sincerely.

Geoffrey's lips tilted upwards. He never gets tired of hearing those words from her lips. Not being able to stop himself and continue with the charade, he turned to face her and pulled her to his embrace. Then, he kissed the top of her head before saying, "I love you too, my princess."

Serena hugged him back, her heart feeling warm, wishing that she can make that moment last forever.

Geoffrey, well, he had other plans. Knowing that he's leaving tomorrow and has no definite date for his return, he wanted to make the most of his time with Serena that day. Feeling the moment just right, he hoisted her up in a bridal carry.

"Geoffrey! What are you doing!?" Serena exclaimed as she instinctively wrapped her arms around Geoffrey's neck.

Geoffrey chuckled. "What do you think?" he asked.

Serena feeling a bit embarrassed but understanding completely, burrowed her face on the juncture between his shoulder and neck. "But it's broad daylight..."

"That has never stopped us before." Geoffrey rebutted. Then, deeming the drawing room unsatisfactory for their activity, he used his right foot to open the door.

Serena hearing the door creak felt conscious that the servants would see them, "Geoffrey, let me down, this is embarrassing, the servants would see." Then, remembering that Geoffrey did not really care about anyone else seeing, she continued with, "and I'm heavy."

"Serena, I believe that they are used to this by now. And no, you're still light as a feather." He replied as he exited the drawing room and began trudging towards their bedroom.

Serena knew that Geoffrey had a point. Also, though embarrassing, she liked Geoffrey being this way.

Thus, she could only bite her lower lip in anticipation as she let all her worries lay momentarily forgotten.

TBC

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