Vicious: forbidden feelings

Chapter 10: "The Price of Trust"

The news of Riana and Nicholas ' secret meeting in the abandoned house quickly spread through the estate like wildfire. Henry Redison was indescribably furious when he found out about this. His face turned purple, and the veins on his forehead bulged with anger. He was darting around the office like a caged predator, threatening to blow everything to smithereens.

Edward Vanderboomwastrying to control his emotions when he heard what had happened. His face remained unperturbed, but deep down, he was also infuriated. He knew that this news could worsen the already strained relations between the families. Edward called a family council to discuss what to do next, but his mind was already filled with dark thoughts about how to end this dangerous relationship.

Ryana and Nicholas, sensing that the atmosphere in the estates had become even more stifling, realized that the stakes had risen. Their love was in jeopardy, and now they had to decide how to proceed. Ryana found herself getting more and more critical stares from servants and family members. She felt trapped, but at the same time, her determination to fight for her happiness only grew stronger.

Nicholas also felt the weight of the situation. He knew that his parents would stop at nothing to separate him from Ryana. But the thought of losing his beloved made his heart sink with fear. He decided to find a way to protect Ryana and their love, even if it meant going to extreme lengths.

Meanwhile, Henry Redison called a family council. He was determined and wasn't going to listen to any objections.

"Our honor and dignity are at stake! he said loudly. "Ryana must end this shameful relationship immediately!" I won't let the name of the Radisons be tarnished because of her frivolity!

Charles Redison, Riana's brother, couldn't keep quiet. He stood up and looked his father straight in the eye.

"Father, I understand your concern, but Ryana is entitled to her own happiness. We don't have to decide for her who to be with.

Henry turned sharply to Charles.

— You dare cross me?! his voice was shaking with anger. — Your sister broke every conceivable line of decency, and you're still protecting her?!

Charles held his father's gaze, though his stomach was fluttering with fear. He knew he was taking a risk, but he couldn't leave Ryana in the lurch.

In the Vanderboomm estate, the situation was also heating up. Edward Vanderboomh tried to convince his son to sever the connection with Riana, but Nicholas was adamant.

"I love Ryana, and nothing will make me give up my feelings," he said firmly. — I'm willing to stand up to the world for her.

Edward sighed, knowing that his son was serious. In his soul, his fatherly feelings struggled with the realization that enmity between families can lead to irreparable consequences.

Ryana, meanwhile, tried to find a way to contact Nicholas, but each time she ran into new obstacles. Servants watched her every move, and her parents controlled her movements. She felt like a prisoner in her own home, but she didn't give up hope.

One night, as the manor fell into a deep sleep, Ryana heard a light tap on the window. Her heart began to beat faster — it could only be Nicholas. She crept cautiously out of the room and met him in the garden. Their embrace was long and passionate, as if they wanted to absorb all the love and tenderness that had accumulated during their separation.

"We have to be careful," Nicholas whispered, looking into her eyes. "Our parents won't stop until they tear us apart.

""I know," Ryana replied, snuggling up to him. — But I can't live without you."

They exchanged plans and decided to look for new ways to communicate, despite all the risks. But deep down, they both knew that the price of trust might be too high.

The next morning, Henry Redison received an anonymous letter telling him that Riana and Nicholas had met in the garden that night. His rage knew no bounds. He locked Ryana in her room, making it impossible for her to leave without his permission.

Nicholas was also under strict surveillance. Edward Vanderboomhad ordered his every move monitored, fearing that his son would find a way to meet Ryanaagain.

As the days passed, the tension between the families continued unabated. Riana and Nicholas kept looking for ways to communicate, but it was getting harder every day. They understood that their love is not only a source of happiness, but also the cause of new trials and sufferings.

Nevertheless, Riana and Nicholas believed that their feelings could overcome even the darkest of enmities. They were waiting for the day when they could openly declare their love, without fear of the judgment and anger of their parents. But for now, they could only hope and fight, hoping that fate would be kind to them.

Every day brought new challenges and new discoveries. Riana and Nicholas learned to be more careful, more cunning, but their love only grew stronger, passing through the crucible of trials. They knew that even more difficult times were ahead of them, but they were prepared for them, because their feelings were stronger than any obstacles.

However, the shadow of doubt was increasingly clouding their souls. They were beginning to realize that there were far more powerful forces at play than their parents, and that the price of their love might be higher than they ever imagined. But they were willing to pay that price just to stay together.

So days, weeks, and months passed. The enmity between the Radison and Vanderboom families continued to simmer like coals in a bonfire, ready to burst into flames at the first gust of wind. Riana and Nicholas lived in anticipation of change, hoping that one day their love would overcome all obstacles and they would be able to be together openly and without fear.

But for now, all they had to do was wait, hope, and love — love as much as a loving heart could. After all, love is not only joy and happiness, but also struggle, sacrifice, and endless patience. And Riana and Nicholas were ready for this fight, ready for any challenge, just to be together.

Ever since Henry Redison found out about Riana and Nicholas ' secret meeting, the atmosphere at the manor had become unbearably heavy. Tension hung in the air like a thundercloud, ready to burst into lightning at any moment. Ryana felt like a prisoner in her own room, the walls pressing down on her with their silent weight. Every rustle outside the door made her wince, and every glance from the servant made her feel like a guilty criminal.

Meanwhile, Charles Radison could not remain indifferent to the fate of his sister. It broke his heart to see Ryana suffer because of her parents ' decision. He knew that his father would stop at nothing to separate his sister from Nicholas, but at the same time he knew that he was taking a serious risk by going against Henry's wishes.

One morning Charles decided to speak frankly to his father. He walked into Henry's office looking so determined that even his father's stern gaze couldn't stop him.

"Father, I can't bear to watch Ryana suffer any more because of your decision," Charles began, trying to keep his voice calm. — She has a right to be happy, and I don't think her association with Nicholas is a vice.

Henry's head snapped up, and his eyes flashed with anger.

— You dare argue with me?! — Stop it! " he thundered. "Our honor and dignity are above Ryana's personal feelings! You should support me, not go against me!

Charles clenched his fists, but managed to control his emotions.

— I understand your position, Father, but I can't agree with it. Riana is my sister and I want to see her happy. If she loves Nicholas, then we must respect her choice.

Henry got up from the table, and his shadow fell over Charles.

"You forget yourself, son! Henry's voice was shaking with rage. — I am the head of this house, and my word is law!" Riana will do as I say, period!

Charles didn't back down.

— I can't let you ruin her life because of your principles. I will support Rianano matter what.

With that, he left the office, leaving Henry furious. Henry slammed his fist down on the table, and the dishes on the table shook from the impact. He understood that there was a split in the family, and this could have unpredictable consequences.

Ryana, learning of Charles ' conversation with her father, felt both joy and dismay. On the one hand, her brother's support gave her strength and hope, on the other, she understood that now Charles was also in danger. Her heart was torn between gratitude and fear for the person she loved.

Meanwhile, Henry Redison began to suspect that there was a traitor in the family. He couldn't believe that one of his own people would dare to go against his will. His mind was frantically searching for the culprit, and suspicion fell on one family member after another.

Ryana, meanwhile, was trying to find new ways to communicate with Nicholas. She knew that every step could be dangerous, but love gave her courage. One night, as the manor fell into a deep sleep, she heard a light tap on the window again. Her heart began to beat faster — it could only be Nicholas.

Carefully, Ryana crept out of the room Рианаand met him in the garden. Their embrace was long and passionate, as if they wanted to absorb all the love and tenderness that had accumulated during their separation.

"We have to be careful," Nicholas whispered, looking into her eyes. — Our parents won't stop until they tear us apart.

"I know," Ryana said, snuggling up to him. — But I can't live without you."

They exchanged plans and decided to look for new ways to communicate, despite all the risks. But deep down, they both knew that the price of trust might be too high.

The next morning, Henry Redison received another anonymous letter informing him that Riana and Nicholas had met in the garden that night. His rage knew no bounds. He locked Ryana in her room, making it impossible for her to leave without his permission.

Nicholas was also under strict surveillance. Edward Vanderboomhad ordered his every move monitored, fearing that his son would find a way to meet Ryanaagain.

As the days passed, the tension between the families continued unabated. Riana and Nicholas kept looking for ways to communicate, but it was getting harder every day. They understood that their love is not only a source of happiness, but also the cause of new trials and sufferings.

Nevertheless, Riana and Nicholas believed that their feelings could overcome even the darkest of enmities. They were waiting for the day when they could openly declare their love, without fear of the judgment and anger of their parents. But for now, they could only hope and fight, hoping that fate would be kind to them.

Every day brought new challenges and new discoveries. Riana and Nicholas learned to be more careful, more cunning, but their love only grew stronger, passing through the crucible of trials. They knew that even more difficult times were ahead of them, but they were prepared for them, because their feelings were stronger than any obstacles.

However, the shadow of doubt was increasingly clouding their souls. They were beginning to realize that there were far more powerful forces at play than their parents, and that the price of their love might be higher than they ever imagined. But they were willing to pay that price just to stay together.

Riana sometimes caught Anna Morgan giving her strange looks. It seemed to her that Anna knew more than she was letting on, and this added to the uncertainty of their already difficult situation. Ryana decided to question Anna carefully, hoping to find an ally in her.

One day, while walking in the garden, Riana stopped Anna and said:

"Anna, I feel that something strange is happening around us. I think someone is deliberately trying to ruin our lives. Did you notice anything unusual?"

Anna looked at Ryana with a thoughtful expression.

— I also sense danger in the air. But I do not know who might be behind it. It might be one of the servants, or even one of our family.

Ryana listened carefully to Anna, trying to catch the hidden meaning in her words. She knew that Anna would not tell her the whole truth, but even this fragmentary information gave her something to think about.

Back in her room, Ryana went over the details again and again in her mind. She sensed that the answer was close at hand, but she couldn't quite grasp it yet. Her heart was pounding in time with her thoughts, and her mind was working like a machine, sifting out unlikely suggestions and focusing on the most dangerous options.

Meanwhile, Nicholas wasn't idle either. He kept looking for ways to reach out to Ryana, knowing that without her support, he would have a hard time withstanding the pressure from his father. His determination was unwavering, and he was willing to take any risks for the sake of his love.

So days, weeks, and months passed. The enmity between the Radison and Vanderboom families continued to simmer like coals in a bonfire, ready to burst into flames at the first gust of wind. Riana and Nicholas lived in anticipation of change, hoping that one day their love would overcome all obstacles and they would be able to be together openly and without fear.

But for now, all they had to do was wait, hope, and love — love as much as a loving heart could. After all, love is not only joy and happiness, but also struggle, sacrifice, and endless patience. And Riana and Nicholas were ready for this fight, ready for any challenge, just to be together.