And the Sky Broke Open When Love Forgot Where to Belong by Elen Ryn Mora 8 Summary
In Chapter 8 of “And the Sky Broke Open When Love Forgot Where to Belong,” Olivia finds herself in a chaotic and emotionally charged situation. After being assaulted by a man at a dimly lit venue, she struggles against his grip, screaming for help. Just as panic sets in, the lights flicker and a loud thud signals the arrival of Damien’s bodyguard, who swiftly deals with her assailant. Despite this act of protection, Olivia’s feelings towards Damien are conflicted as she sees him holding his “first love,” Amelia, in a protective embrace, igniting a wave of bitterness within her.
As the auction begins, Olivia is confronted with the reality of Damien’s past gifts to her, which are now up for bidding. The starting bid is an astonishing one hundred million, and Olivia feels a mix of defiance and confidence as she meets Damien’s gaze. The situation escalates when Damien unexpectedly buys the entire collection for one billion, handing it to Amelia, which Olivia finds absurdly mocking. The tension between them intensifies during a brief intermission when Damien confronts her about her actions, leading to a heated exchange filled with sarcasm and unspoken emotions.
Olivia’s resolve hardens as she declares her independence from Damien, mocking his attempts to dictate her life and choices. Their conversation reveals deep-seated feelings and unresolved issues, with Olivia asserting that she is no longer under his control. However, the atmosphere shifts dramatically when a sapphire necklace, an heirloom from her mother, is unveiled at the auction. Realizing that Amelia has manipulated the situation, Olivia’s desperation grows as she bids fiercely to reclaim the necklace, only to have Amelia cruelly toss it into a nearby lake.
In a moment of impulsive determination, Olivia dives into the icy water in a desperate attempt to retrieve her mother’s cherished necklace. This act of bravery and despair underscores her emotional turmoil and the lengths she is willing to go to reclaim her past. As Damien steps out to witness Olivia’s shocking plunge, the chapter ends on a cliffhanger, highlighting the complexity of their relationship and the tumultuous events that continue to unfold.
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**Chapter 8**
Olivia was a tempest of emotions, thrashing against the man who had dared to lay hands on her. “Get off me!” she screamed, her voice echoing in the dimly lit venue.
His grip was unyielding, a vice that seemed intent on subduing her. Just as she felt the panic rise, the lights in the room flickered ominously before plunging into darkness once more.
In that moment of chaos, she heard a loud thud, followed by the unmistakable sound of a body hitting the floor. The playboy who had assaulted her was sent sprawling, and she could barely register the figure that emerged to drag him away.
Her heart raced as recognition washed over her. It was Damien’s personal bodyguard, a hulking presence that exuded strength and authority.
Instinctively, Olivia turned her gaze towards Damien, hoping to read his expression, but the shadows obscured his features. All she could see was him holding Amelia close, his arm protectively wrapped around her.
When the lights flickered back to life, Damien appeared unfazed, as if the chaos that had just unfolded held no significance for him.
A wave of bitterness surged within Olivia, tightening her chest. What was the meaning of this? Here he was, safeguarding his “first love” while simultaneously offering her assistance. Wasn’t that utterly absurd?
Before she could spiral further into her thoughts, the auction commenced officially.
The first item on the block was a collection of “gifts” that Damien had once bestowed upon her—gifts she had selflessly donated for the event. The starting bid was set at a staggering one hundred million.
A murmur of surprise rippled through the crowd, and Olivia could feel Damien’s gaze sharpen, his eyes narrowing as he scanned the audience. It was evident that he recognized the items’ origins, and anyone who knew him could sense the storm brewing behind his calm exterior.
Yet, Olivia remained resolute, meeting his glare with unwavering confidence. A sly smirk danced on her lips, a silent mockery of the entire situation.
Bids began to flood in, and she could hear Amelia nudging Damien, her voice a soft whisper, “Damien, that blue diamond is exquisite. I really like it.”
For a brief moment, Damien remained silent, contemplating the situation. Then, with a deliberate motion, he raised his bidding paddle.
In an unexpected twist, he ended up purchasing the entire collection for an eye-watering one billion, handing it over to Amelia, whose face lit up with a radiant smile at his side.
Olivia couldn’t suppress the sarcastic thoughts that bubbled up within her. Wasn’t this just a peculiar way of returning things to their rightful owner?
During a brief intermission, she excused herself to the restroom, needing to touch up her makeup after the tumultuous events.
Upon exiting, she was met with the sight of Damien leaning casually against the corridor wall, a cigarette dangling from his fingers. The smoke curled around him, obscuring his sharp features, but it could not conceal the intensity of his gaze as it bore into her.
Without acknowledging his presence, Olivia attempted to slip past him, but he caught her wrist, his grip firm yet not aggressive.
“Why auction those things?” His voice was low, heavy with unspoken emotions.
Olivia chose silence, her heart racing as she lifted her chin defiantly to meet his eyes. “Why did you help me earlier?” she shot back, her tone laced with mockery.
Damien’s brow furrowed, as if he were grappling with the right words to say. But Olivia was quick to interrupt, her voice dripping with sarcasm. “Let me guess, ‘because I’m Charlotte’s friend’ and she asked you to look after me?”
She stepped closer, her chin tilting upwards to challenge him. Her red lips curled into a cold, biting smile. “Could she also ask you to manage my love life, Mr. Harrington?”
Damien pressed a hand to his forehead, appearing wearied by her retorts. “Olivia… you’re always so prickly, like a hedgehog. How’s that supposed to help you?”
Help? The word hung in the air like a cruel joke. If she hadn’t been prickly, she would have been devoured long ago by that family, by him, and by Amelia, who would relish in her downfall.
Olivia opened her mouth to respond, but Damien continued, “You had me as your last man. The next one can’t be worse. That guy just now… he’s not worthy of you. If you’re looking for a man, I can hook you up with someone.”
At his words, Olivia froze momentarily, then erupted into laughter, as if he had just shared the most ludicrous joke. Tears of mirth streamed down her face.
Who did he think he was? After twisting the knife in her heart, now he dared to dictate the kind of man she should choose?
Was it mere possessiveness, or did he genuinely believe she had made him, the esteemed CEO Mr. Harrington, look bad?
“Damien,” she said, her laughter fading, her voice icy and shattered. “My life has nothing to do with you. You don’t get to dictate it.”
“And as for men,” she added, her tone flippant, laced with self-destructive mockery, “I can have as many as I want now. You won’t be able to control me anymore.”
Damien’s expression darkened, catching the key words in her declaration. “What do you mean, ‘I can do whatever I want now’? Where are you going?”
Olivia fell silent, wrenching her hand free from his grip and turning to walk away.
When she returned to her seat, all she desired was to escape this chaotic atmosphere as swiftly as possible.
But when the next item was unveiled, her breath caught in her throat.
It was a sapphire necklace, elegant and timeless in its design. Her mother’s most cherished heirloom.
Her eyes darted to Amelia, who wore a self-satisfied smile that radiated triumph.
In an instant, realization struck Olivia like a bolt of lightning. Her father, Charles, must have secretly given her mother’s necklace to Amelia, and now Amelia had the audacity to put it up for auction!
With no choice left, Olivia sank back into her seat, forcing herself to gather her composure and re-enter the bidding war.
She could not allow her mother’s treasured keepsake to slip into someone else’s hands.
After a few intense rounds of bidding, Olivia finally secured the necklace at several times its market value. Relief washed over her, and she was about to rise to claim it when Amelia suddenly stood.
“Wait,” Amelia said softly, but the malice in her tone was unmistakable.
She glanced at the auctioneer, a hint of mockery in her eyes. “I’m sorry. I grabbed the wrong item. I don’t want to bid on this necklace. It’s my personal collection. I got them mixed up.”
With that, she held the necklace aloft, a victorious smile gracing her lips as she turned to leave.
Without a moment’s hesitation, Olivia dashed after her, intercepting her outside.
“Amelia! Give me back the necklace! I’ll pay you whatever you want!” she pleaded, desperation lacing her voice.
Amelia toyed with the necklace, a malicious grin spreading across her face. “I don’t need money.”
She strolled to the edge of the artificial lake nearby, gazing into the murky depths, then turned back to Olivia.
“Aren’t you the one who’s always so vain and proud? If you want it that badly, go pick it up yourself.”
Without a moment’s thought, she hurled the necklace into the lake.
Gasps of shock erupted from the onlookers. Without a second thought, Olivia dove into the icy water.
She flailed desperately, her hands groping through the filthy depths, the mud staining her expensive dress and smearing her carefully applied makeup.
When Damien stepped out after finishing his cigarette, this was the shocking sight that greeted him.
Conclusion
As Olivia emerged from the water, gasping for breath and drenched in despair, the world around her faded into a blur. She could feel the weight of her emotions crashing down like the icy water that enveloped her. The necklace, her mother’s cherished heirloom, was lost to the depths, much like her own sense of self in this turbulent sea of betrayal and heartache. But in that moment of despair, something shifted within her. The chaos of the evening had stripped away the layers of pretense, revealing a fierce determination to reclaim not just the necklace, but her own identity. Olivia’s heart, once heavy with bitterness and resentment, began to pulse with a newfound strength. She had fought for herself, and she would continue to do so, no matter the cost.
Damien, witnessing her struggle from the sidelines, felt the weight of his own emotions crash over him like the waves that now surrounded Olivia. The sight of her, vulnerable yet resolute, ignited a storm of conflicting feelings within him. He had always been the protector, the one who intervened in moments of chaos, but now he realized that he could no longer shield her from her own battles. As he stepped forward, he understood that love was not about possession or control; it was about standing beside someone as they fought their own demons. In that moment, he resolved to support Olivia in her journey, recognizing that true love meant allowing her to reclaim her life, her choices, and her strength. The sky above them, once darkened by turmoil, began to clear, hinting at the possibility of a brighter horizon where love could flourish anew, free from the chains of the past.
What to Expect in Next Chapter?
In the next chapter, readers can expect the tension to escalate as Olivia’s desperate dive into the murky depths of the lake sets the stage for a confrontation that could change everything. With Damien witnessing her reckless determination, the dynamic between them is bound to shift. Will he be the hero she never knew she needed, or will he remain an enigmatic figure, caught between his past with Amelia and his unresolved feelings for Olivia? As the water swirls around her, Olivia will have to confront not just the physical challenge of retrieving her mother’s necklace, but also the emotional turmoil that has been brewing beneath the surface.
Moreover, the fallout from Amelia’s cruel taunts is sure to reverberate throughout the auction, igniting a fierce rivalry that goes beyond mere possessions. Olivia’s boldness in the face of humiliation could inspire unexpected allies or provoke even more hostility from Amelia and those who support her. The stakes will rise as Olivia grapples with the implications of her actions and the lengths she is willing to go for love and family legacy. As secrets begin to unravel and truths come to light, readers will be left on the edge of their seats, eager to discover how far Olivia will go to reclaim what is rightfully hers, and whether Damien will step out of the shadows to stand by her side.
Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
