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Five years ago, Elara Voss made one mistake—she fell for a stranger.
It was supposed to be one night. No names, no strings. But when morning came, he was gone, leaving her with two unexpected consequences—Olivia and Oliver, her twin children.
Now, Elara has built a new life, raising her kids alone while working as a top event planner. She's independent, successful, and determined to never look back.
Until Cassian Rhys walks back into her life.
Cold, ruthless, and powerful, he is the billionaire CEO of Rhys Industries—and the man she never wanted to see again. He doesn't recognize her at first… but when he does, the truth is only a breath away from being exposed.
Cassian doesn't believe in fate. But when he meets Olivia and Oliver, something about them feels strangely familiar. Too familiar.
And Elara knows it's only a matter of time before he puts the pieces together.
She must keep her secret.
He must uncover the truth.
And neither of them is ready for what happens when the past comes crashing back.

His House, My Rules

Elara clenched her fists. "A DNA test?"

Cassian leaned back in his chair, his sharp gaze unrelenting. "Yes. You've admitted they're mine, but I want proof."

Her stomach twisted. He didn't believe her. Not fully.

"What happens after?" she asked, her voice tense.

Cassian's eyes flickered. "That depends on the results."

Elara inhaled slowly. This was it. The moment that would change everything.

She had always known that if Cassian ever found out, he wouldn't let go.

And now, there was no way to stop it.

The hospital was quiet, the sterile scent of disinfectant thick in the air.

Oliver and Olivia sat on the exam table, oblivious to the storm brewing between their parents.

Cassian watched closely as the nurse swabbed Oliver's cheek.

The boy looked up at him with curious eyes. "Does this mean we're related?"

Cassian met Oliver's gaze, something unreadable passing over his expression. "We'll find out soon."

Beside them, Olivia grinned. "Mom said I have my own DNA. Does that mean I'm not related to anyone?"

Elara sighed. "That's not how it works, sweetie."

Back at her apartment, Elara sat on the couch, her mind racing.

The results would come in soon. And then?

Would Cassian demand custody? Would he take them away from her?

A sharp knock at the door yanked her from her thoughts.

His expression was unreadable, but his next words made her stomach drop.

"Until the results come in, I want to see them. Every day."

Chapter 9: The DNA Test