Chapter 8 After joining the dance troupe , aside from the regular training sessions , I would also sneak into the rehearsals of other dancers . My life was all about the dance studio . The members of the troupe often joked about how theyve never seen anyone so passionate about dance , even after all their years of training . I remember back when I was younger , everyone saw me as a prodigy , but they didnt know that since I was three , I never spent less than three hours a day in the dance studio . I practiced so intensely that I would sleep there to keep going sometimes . This was all just to make more progress , but my dedication caught the attention of the troupes director . He made an exception and gave me a role as an extra . Thought it was just a background dancer position , it meant a lot to me at this point in my life . I was so moved that I couldnt stop crying . The director just patted my shoulder and comforted me . Hard work never goes unnoticed . On the day of the performance , the spotlight hit the center stage , and I danced behind the main performers , with my toes gently brushing the ground , feeling as though I was bathed in the light of dawn . O < Chapter B After the performance , as the audience stood to applaud , I immediately spotted Antonio holding flowers and staring at me intently . Grace , I finally found you … After the audience left , in the now empty venue , Antonio walked towards me with red eyes . I was wrong before . I always thought I loved Karen , but after losing you , I realized how ridiculous I was ! I couldnt even see who I truly loved ! Ive completely severed ties with the Kaufman family . Ive burned the things from the storage room and demolished the villa , and I have no more connection with Karen ! Come back with me and well move to a new place and start our life anew , okay ? Listening to Antonios dramatic words , I felt nothing but indifference . I calmly looked at him and asked , Antonio , is that all youve done to hurt me ? Antonio was startled by my steady and resolute gaze , and a flicker of guilt crossed his face . What else could there be ? I love you , Grace , no one will ever come between us again ! I didnt respond . Instead , I took out my phone and played a recording . The recording was of me hiring a private investigator to find O < Chapter 8 the driver who caused my paralysis and forced him to confess the truth . The driver admitted that Antonio had hired him to run me over . The original instruction was to hit me hard enough to kill me if necessary . But the driver had hesitated and slowed down , only leaving me paralyzed instead of dead . I asked , Antonio . If I had only been slightly injured , would you have hired someone to run me over a second time ? Back then , when Karen insulted me in the hallway , I overheard a terrifying truth from her words . The plan to hit me and cause my paralysis was all Antonios idea from the beginning . Otherwise , with Karens arrogant nature , she would have never kept quiet about it . Upon hearing the recording , Antonios face drained of color . No … Grace , listen to me , I did it for Karen , but I really love you now ! I will spend the rest of my life making it up to you ! I watched him struggle to defend himself , then opened a trending topic on a domestic platform and showed it to him . Its too late . Any more excuses , you can save for the police . As I finished speaking , a team of Swiss police rushed into the venue , surrounding Antonio . In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.