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Andrea Hakimi

Innocent Until Proven Guilty

"Speaking of knowing things…" Kyle said slowly, "You still haven't given me a chance to tell my story." "I know," said Andrea. "I was having too much fun speculating. Finding you like this is a gift, and I don't want to tear the wrapping off all at once. ‘Building up the anticipation makes it better.’" Kyle blinked again, then gave a quiet snort of recognition at his own words being thrown back at him. "So what is your speculation?" Kyle asked. "Oh I don't know, probably something utterly disappointing. Did they pick you up for speeding on the way to the farmers market? I guess that wouldn't explain the uh…" she gestured at his injury again. "It wouldn't explain that now, would it. Oh, I know! You got into a fight over the last piece of bluefin!" Kyle just shook his head slightly. "No? I guess it's too much to hope you did something really exciting like rob a bank—You're not secretly a cat burglar are you, Kyle? Lose your balance breaking into an art gallery? No…?" Kyle looked unamused. "Very funny, Chuckles, would you mind taking this a little more seriously?" "Of course," said Andrea. "Very serious for a lawyer to have been arrested. You could be disciplined. Disbarred! Why, we might not see each other in court anymore. Wouldn't that be a shame." "Wouldn't it though," replied Kyle. "So that's the kind of guy you think I am? Stealing fine art and fighting in fish markets?” Andrea pondered some more. "I know!" she exclaimed. "Did you get into a fight with someone's boyfriend? Did it turn out that you were your young lady's bit on the side, and you ended up having a domestic dispute?" Kyle winced. "Is that it?!" Andrea had been teasing, but it seems like she had touched a nerve. To whatever degree Kyle had seemed like he'd been playing along, even as worn down as he was, that last remark had left him deflated. Kyle hung his head. "It wasn't like that…" "Oh sure, like you haven't been collecting notches on your bedposts." "I'M not like that." "You're not? That's not what your reputation says, out there collecting numbers and breaking hearts. I heard that you were a real ladykil–" "Andrea! I'm not–" Kyle shouted, grabbing her hands. His hands were strong, and his grip so tight it almost hurt. His expression so intense, frustrated and hurt and… scared? Andrea knew she had been twisting the knife a little into something that bothered him, but what had caused this reaction? It was only for a moment, then Kyle seemed to catch himself and let go. He slumped back in his chair and slid his shackled hands back below the table. Andrea leaned back as well, adding to the distance, and folded her arms, no longer smiling. She glanced at the duress button out of the corner of her eye. If Kyle had kept holding her as tightly as he had been, she wouldn't have even been able to reach it. "I think we're ready for storytime now," she said seriously. “I think you had better start at the punchline. What have you been charged with, Mr Wynn?" Kyle took a deep breath before he raised his head once more. "Murder, Ms Mason. First Degree Murder." *** Andrea Mason, a defense attorney who cares more about justice and protecting her clients than just winning cases. But the one man she hates to lose to is her rival, the arrogant prosecutor, Kyle Wynn. Kyle represents everything Andi hates about unscrupulous win-at-all-costs lawyers, and for years they have traded arguments in the courtroom and barbs in the hallways. Their paths cross again when they find themselves on a high-profile murder trial. As much as Andrea might despise Kyle, she can’t believe it when HE is charged with the horrific murder. But she is even more shocked when he asks for her to represent him at trial… *** #SLOWBURN #STRONGFL #CRIME #MURDER #FLIRTY #ROMANCE If you want to know what to expect, check the reviews! ฅ^-ﻌ•^ฅ Burrito says to join here: https://discord.gg/qr7eUnxT2F
slowestcook · 690.1K Views

A spy's life is a lie

I dashed passed a large tree merely avoiding crashing into it and risking getting caught. If only I had brought my motorcycle along with me, I would've been out of here as quickly as I got in. I continued running taking random turns trying my best to shake the men off my trail. I made a daring turn into a narrow path only to make an abrupt stop- It was a dead end!. 'Why does this almost always happen?' I thought, now extremely annoyed. I hurriedly began surveying my environment, desperately looking for any way to escape. I had to think of something or who knows what they'd do to me if I was caught but how in the world do you escape a dead end? Suddenly, the sound of a gunshot echoed in my ears sending a rushing gust of adrenaline through my veins and soon after came the sound created by the impact of the bullet on the wall ahead of me. 'Damn it!' I hissed, I'd been caught. I raised my hands above my head and slowly turned around to face them. I gave an awkward smile at five men who were all pointing their guns at me. The man in the middle with an expression harsh enough to give anyone the creeps spoke up "Give us the flash or die!". Everything about his voice expressed nothing but a thirst for murder and blood lust. ~~~~~~ I bet you're all wondering how I ended up in something as surreal as this, so why don't I start from the beginning. My parents were your classic run-off-the-mill romcom couples. Their love literally knew no bound. It was always something special the kind you'd rarely see in real life and probably only see in story books and fantasies. They got married and a year later had me...and my twin brother Luca. My parents were rich so, Luca and I grew up comfortable, wrapped and shielded by the warmth of our parents unbreakable love. Everything seemed perfect, but who would have known that perfection could be easily broken. All it took to destroy our perfect lives was one unfortunate,bloody night. I woke up to the sounds of gunshots, panicked I got out of bed and dashed out of my room to follow the sounds and figure out what in the world was going on. I spotted Luca coming out of his room too, no doubt it was the noise that woke him up too. I ran down the stairs of our villa and entered the living room which seemed to be the source of the noise. I stopped dead in my tracks at the most horrifying sight. That was when my world shattered. My dad laid wounded on the floor and my mom had just been shot right in front of my eyes. I collapsed on the floor and screamed. The masked assassins looked up sparing me a few quick glances before escaping through the now shattered windows. Everything else that happened was a blur. Before I knew it we were at the hospital and a few months later, our lives were back to what seemed like our new normal. Luca and I went back to school, all our damaged properties along with all our security guards had been replaced and dad went back to work. We were all devastated when we lost mom and we all tried to move on and look towards the future, well all of us... except dad. He was crushed and he threw himself deep into work. He barely ever slept, always stayed in his room and quickly lost interest in raising us-we practically didn't exist to him anymore. So Luca, being older twin raised the both of us giving me all the parental attention I needed for 4years . Luca and I graduated high school and got an amazing job offer from our uncle-Mark. All we had to do was pass a test and the job was ours but I can't tell you what the test was,that part's confidential and if I told you... I'd have to eliminate you. In Summary, Luca and I passed the test and we're now undercover SPIES! It's the real deal. ***** This story is about the adventures of Andrea and her three best friends but it focuses more on Andrea's side of the story. Having growing up in a loving family, she finds it hard to believe that all she has grown to believe is a lie. She discovers that truly everything is not as it seems as it seems.
Sommy_Rea · 8.1K Views

The fool's eternal curse

--- **Ever dreamed of being immortal, wielding cool powers, and going on crazy adventures with your friends? Fighting nightmares and monsters in a modern fantasy world?** Well, guess what? That wish came true—for me—without my consent. My name is Samuel Roger, and I am an orphan desperate for attention. People found me annoying, neighbors called me a pervert, but none of that stopped me from seeking connection. Then, on my 19th birthday, life threw me the ultimate cliché: I got hit by a truck. I survived—only to die moments later when a metal pipe took me out. But death wasn’t the end. My soul fused with another teen named Andrea Rein, who shared my personality. It was almost like looking in a mirror—so, no, I didn’t change. Sam Roger and Andrea Rein became one together, and we’re ready to cause some chaos. Join Andrea on his quest for fun, friendship, and adventure in a new world. With his family and friends by his side, they’ll fight monsters, face nightmares, and forge unbreakable bonds. Because sometimes, the best adventures start with a little mischief. --- The book is a rewrite of my previous novel which got rejected so I changed my attitude in my novel and created a different but same story if you want to see the previous story, it is called Horoscope Death is a Coward. I will promise the book will be up-to-date and more friendly support me by sending power stone and adding the book to your library THANK YOU
Broke_nation · 45 Views

Jeruji Waktu

Sarah namaku. Saat ini, statusku adalah mantan terpidana seumur hidup yang sedang berusaha membangun masa depan. Mantan narapidana, sebuah status yang seharusnya tidak pernah kusandang, namun kenyataan waktu itu berkata lain. Entah kebetulan atau takdir, hidupku berubah ketika vonis yang mengunci sisa hidupku di penjara dibatalkan. Penjara bukanlah rumah yang semestinya bagiku. Diriku tak bersalah, Diriku korban ketidakadilan yang Menyakitkan. Hukum saat itu telah menghakimiku, Hukum telah memutuskan bahwa diriku adalah penjahat keji yang tak termaafkan. Sebagian besar hidupku dihabiskan di pulau penjara, sebuah tempat yang tak pernah kuharapkan untuk menjadi bagian dari kisah hidupku. Diriku adalah korban fitnah, korban salah paham yang menyudutkanku tanpa ampun. Siapa sangka, fitnah memang lebih kejam daripada pembunuhan. Mungkin ini adalah cara Tuhan menguji ketabahanku, tetapi sungguh, mata dunia tak pernah sempurna melihat kebenaran. Keadilan yang diatur oleh manusia terlalu sering meleset, tak jarang meninggalkan luka yang mendalam. Kini bayangan dari Kehidupan di Penjara masih menghantui, meski diriku telah bebas, rasa itu belum sepenuhnya hilang. Manis-pahit kehidupan di penjara masih membekas, seperti ukiran dalam di hatiku yang tak akan pernah benar-benar pudar. Kebebasan ini terasa berat; bayang-bayang kehidupan di penjara masih mengikat, seperti bayangan "rumah" yang pernah memenjarakan jiwa dan ragaku. Ku coba meyakinkan diriku bahwa semua ini adalah ujian dari Tuhan. Sebuah perjalanan untuk menempa ketabahan dan menguji iman. Inilah kisahku, sebuah kisah tentang perjuangan dan harapan, kisah tentang kehilangan segalanya, bertahan, menerima keadaan, menikmati pertemuan yang tak diduga, dan akhirnya menemukan kembali sebagian diriku di tengah cobaan yang tampaknya mustahil untuk dilalui. Sebuah kisah tentang perjuangan hidup, mencari keadilan di dunia yang sering kali buta, dan tentang bagaimana aku, seorang wanita tangguh, menemukan kekuatan di tengah badai yang menghancurkan.
Upt0uy0u · 7.7K Views

"Espionage of the Heart: A Hidden Romance"

Raised in the shadows by Dimitri Volkov, the enigmatic leader of a formidable global secret society, Andrea has trained since childhood to become an elite agent devoted to safeguarding the world from hidden dangers. Though her calm demeanor masks potent and unpredictable powers, daily medication is essential for keeping her abilities in check. Her life has revolved around duty, discipline, and a deliberate avoidance of emotional connections. Now, Andrea embarks on her most critical mission: traversing to South Korea to track down a dangerous villain bent on harnessing a secret weapon that could upend global power dynamics. This adversary has created a mind-controlling drug designed to manipulate his followers and incite chaos across nations. Andrea’s objective is clear—intercept him before he can exploit the weapon and stop the drug's further spread. She will not face this challenge alone, however. Enter "CEO," a mysterious yet prominent figure in the Asian Health Organization who is widely recognized for his humanitarian efforts but is also deeply involved in clandestine operations. Resourceful and enigmatic, he becomes Andrea's unexpected ally in a perilous world filled with uncertainties. As they work undercover, both must navigate a labyrinth of deception, each wary of the other's true abilities and intentions. As Andrea delves into this treacherous landscape of espionage, she grapples with her burgeoning connection to CEO. Though her training has conditioned her to suppress her emotions, she finds herself drawn to him in ways that unsettle her focus. Trust is a risk she cannot afford, especially with the mission's success and the lives of millions in jeopardy. In this gripping fusion of romance and action, Andrea faces a dual battle — against her enemies and her own heart. Can she maintain control over her powers, fulfill her mission, and manage her feelings for her enigmatic partner, or will her growing attachment lead to unforeseen consequences? With time running out and the world watching, the stakes have never been higher.
PenolaS · 5.6K Views

TRUE HIDDEN LOVE

"TRUE HIDDEN LOVE" Synopsis: This tale revolves around a genuine love shared between two individuals of the same gender who struggle to embrace their true selves. The central characters, Mikey, Hans, and Alma, navigate a narrative that intertwines love with elements of mystery, pain, hatred, conflict, and affection. Mikey, hailing from a wealthy family with a renowned company in the States, exudes coolness, intelligence, humility, and charm. The only son of Mr. Tobby and Mrs. Anayah, Mikey conceals his feelings for Hans, a fellow student on campus, due to the societal challenges associated with their shared gender. Despite pretending indifference and feigning affection for Alma, another student on campus, Mikey finds it challenging to suppress his genuine emotions. Ultimately, he confronts the complexities of real-life situations. Hans, on the other hand, emerges from a humble background with a single mother, having lost his father to an unknown illness during his childhood. Although not popular in school, Hans is characterized by intelligence, calmness, humility, and friendliness. Bullied by some students, Hans remains unfazed, unaware of Mikey's true feelings. Simultaneously, Hans harbors concealed emotions for Mikey but struggles to acknowledge them openly. Inar, another student from the same campus, harbors strong feelings for Hans and often supports him in times of trouble, showering him with gifts. Despite his wealth, Inar's true background remains unknown to Hans, who regards him merely as a friend. Alma, a girl from an affluent family, conceals her social status while being infatuated with Mikey. A popular figure in school, Alma is known for her beauty, cheerfulness, and popularity among boys. Despite occasional bullying tendencies, Alma maintains a good side. Supported by her best friends, Andrea and Azinah, Alma is an enthusiast of the arts and is determined to win Mikey's heart at any cost.
delphine_siri · 1.1K Views

Bully-guard! [BL]

(Check the chapters comments for AI pics of Characters!) In the midst of his already declining mental health, lack of enthusiasm and turbulent work life. Nikolai Parmar, a rising actor went back to his hometown to film a new movie, only to be met by an unexpected Storm of death threats as soon as he arrived. The source remains anonymous, putting a target mark over Nikolai's head, without an explanation. And after the concern for the wellbeing of the actor became overwhelming, Nikolai's current best friend and manager at the same time, Andrea Andreoli, hired a bodyguard to protect and follow Nikolai everywhere he goes. The bodyguard agreed to a crazy list of demands, even to live with Nikolai in his own house and sleep in his bedroom, Just To insure the Actor's safety at all times. A decision that soon, many will regret. And despite that Nikolai himself, was and has always been against the idea of having a bodyguard for many reasons. This time, the reason why he's against the idea is quite personal, especially when the guy who's hired to protect him happens to be... None other than his ex highschool Bully/Boyfriend from seven years ago, Jin Young. So, just like the past seems to haunt both Nikolai and Jin, forcing them to cross each other's paths again and maybe ignite the flame of emotions between them... Others decided to join the dance, uninvited, Some with the intentions to help, and some to hurt. What seemed like an already crazy life for both the actor and his bodyguard, is about to get a whole lot crazier. [Typos are constantly being fixed (⁠ ⁠╹⁠▽⁠╹⁠ ⁠)]
QW_JiHi · 138.6K Views

Kisahku di Dunia Lain

Mungkin ini hanya hipotesis....tapi bukan berarti ini tidak mungkin bahwa sebenarnya Dunia ini hanhalah permainan di atas papan catur. Mungkin saja.....Dunia ini hanyalah sebuah buku di salah satu ratusan rak buku dari sebuah keberadaan di luar eksistensi yang sebenarnya melihat realita dunia ini sebagai tulisan cerita? Misalnya, bagaimana jika dunia ini sebenarnya hanyalah sebuah mimpi dari keberadaan tak terduga yang sewaktu-waktu bisa hancur ketika dia terbangun? Misalnya, bagaimana jika Dunia ini sebenarnya adalah sebuah papan simulasi dari jutaan perkiraan simulasi sebelumnya dari sebuah komputer super canggih yang sudah mencapai tingkat Mahatahu dan Mahakuasa? Bagaimana jika Dunia ini sebenarnya hanyalah bagian tubuh dari sesosok makhluk kosmik yang luar biasa besar? Terakhir, bagaimana jika dunia ini sebenarnya hanyalah satu dari banyaknya dunia yang keseimbangannya dijaga oleh satu keberadaan hakim kosmik? .....Bagaimana? Sudah ada gambaran? Seorang pahlawan tertentu memikirkan ini ketika dia ditarik ke dunia fantasi seperti ini dimana ada beberapa Kosmologi bercampur menjadi satu dan tidak ada kedamaian sama sekali. Mungkin ini Dunia yang indah, tapi dia paham bahwa dibalik indahnya Dunia ini, intrik dan hukum baru, lokasi, serta sejarah menjadi sesuatu yang tidak dikenali kebenarannya. Kebenaran tidak dapat dicari oleh akal, karena akal itu neutral sifatnya. Manusia yang menggunakan akal dengan dasar mencari kebenaran hanya akan menemukan keganjilan yang pahit. Pahlawan itu mendongak ke langit, dia melihat horizon, zenith, atau apapun yang berada jauh di luar keberadaan planet ini, menembus alam semesta dan menemukan kosmologi lainnya yang memiliki misteri lebih tinggi dari tempat ini. Berwarna emas menyilaukan, tak terjangkau, permata Dunia, itu adalah Kosmologi Divine, tempat tinggal dari semua makhluk yang dikatakan sebagai Roh Ilahi yang merupakan perwujudan dari bintang-bintang di Alam Semesta. Melambangkan kekal, abadi, umur panjang, kecantikan, itulah Kosmologi Eternity, tempat tinggal para elf yang menjaga Pohon Dunia. Dikatakan mereka abadi, dan mereka dikatakan sudah ada sejak Alam Semesta mereka terbentuk. Simbol kekerasan, haus darah, kanibal dari para kanibal, wilayah yang didiami oleh para Raksasa kejam dan menakutkan adalah Kosmologi Kronus. Diperintah oleh Tujuh Raja Iblis, perlambangan dosa, kehormatan yang terdistorsi, silsilah bangsawan iblis, pilar kekacauan adalah perwujudan di Kosmologi Avenger ini. Kosmologi yang ditempati oleh mereka yang kuat, beringas, menghargai kawanan, monster diantara monster, penopang dunia, simbol kekuatan tempat tinggal dari semua naga yang sangat besar dan kuat, ini adalah Kosmologi Cryph yang putih. Kosmologi Exodus, wilayah yang ditempati oleh para dwarf yang dikatakan memiliki pengetahuan tertinggi diantara semua Kosmologi. Bahkan dikatakan bahwa setiap dwarf telah mengantarkan situasi dimana mereka bisa menjelaskan semua fenomena di Alam Semesta dengan mudah. Dan terakhir adalah Kosmologi Krishna, tempat tinggal ras dengan populasi terbanyak, ini adalah tempat manusia tinggal. ....Sekarang kalian bertanya-tanya, apa yang Pahlawan ini pikirkan bukan? Buuk.... Suara sebuah buku tertutup terdengar, dan disana [Aku] tersenyum pada kalian dengan sangat cerah seolah menemukan teman yang [setara]. [Aku] berkata: "Ini adalah kisah yang sangat panjang, dimana seorang remaja dan teman-temannya tiba-tiba saja tanpa ada persiapan dibawa ke Dunia Lain. Perjuangan, Rasionalitas, Cinta, Kelicikan, Kegilaan, dan Keingintahuan adalah apa yang mereka bawa.....Mau mendengar kisahnya?" [Aku] membuka buku itu lagi tapi dari halaman awal dan bercerita dengan nada lembut: "Cerita ini dimulai, ketika Pahlawan kita, Minazuki Akihito terbangun dari tidurnya...."
Yuuya3 · 7.1K Views

The Breaking Point by BlueEnigmaaa

At Polytechnic University of the Philippines, Santiago is just another transfer student trying to blend in. But despite his unassuming presence, he quickly becomes the target of Eric, the arrogant Taekwondo champion, and Lance, the cunning Chess Club tactician. Their relentless bullying forces Santiago into a corner, yet he remains calm and focused, excelling academically and keeping his head down. When Santiago steps in to protect Andrea, a popular girl being harassed by Eric, his bravery earns him a brutal beating that leaves him missing for three days. Rumors swirl around campus about his fate, with speculation running rampant. Amid the whispers, Andrea wrestles with guilt over Santiago's sacrifice. When Santiago returns, he's a changed man, confronting the principal about the lack of action against his tormentors. Frustrated by the school's inaction and Eric's powerful connections, Santiago decides to take matters into his own hands. Armed with hidden skills and a newfound resolve, he prepares to end the cycle of harassment once and for all. In a dramatic showdown, Santiago faces Eric and Lance in a crowded hallway, revealing his true strength and surprising everyone. As he stands tall and unwavering, Santiago's actions speak louder than words. The Breaking Point is a gripping tale of resilience, courage, and the power of standing up against oppression, no matter the cost. Will Santiago's stand inspire others to rise or will it be the catalyst for further conflict? Dive into this thrilling story to find out.
BlueEnigmaaa · 568 Views
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