Thanks for sticking with me while I'm moving. Should be done over the weekend. Love Billie
The following morning, as Tally arrived at the office, she was met with a tense situation unfolding near her desk. Ryan and Blake were engaged in a confrontation, their attention shifting towards her as she entered. Blake approached her, attempting to touch her, but she swiftly evaded his advance by stepping back. Ryan seemed pleased with her reaction to Blake’s attempt, while Blake appeared angry. Tally had no intention of allowing him to touch her, uncertain of where his hand had been that morning. Most likely touching his skinny blonde.Tally turned away from them to put her handbag on her desk. It gave her the few seconds she needed to gather herself. With renewed composure, Tally turned around to face them. She straightened her shoulders, then, placing her hands on her hips, she glared at them.After no one speaking, it was Tally’s voice that cut through the silence. “Can someone kindly enlighten me on what the hell is going on here?”Ryan crossed his arms across his chest and sta
Tally had everything triple check before lunch. She cleared her inbox and Ryan had an appointment with Marty, his personal trainer, in 10 mins.Getting up, she walked to his open door. Leaning against the doorjamb, she stood there studying him, as he sat behind his desk facing the computer screen to the right of him. It put his face in profile to where she was standing.“What is it, Tally?” Ryan said, without looking away from his screen.Ryan had always been incredibly observant, as if he had eyes in the back of his head. He had realized she had been standing by the door.Tally smoothed her hands down her navy pencil skirt as she entered the office. Though she still thought of Ryan as an asshole, her perception of him had slightly shifted in the past day. “I was wondering if it would be alright with you if I went home for lunch. I might be a bit late returning,” she said.Ryan looked up from his screen then to watch her. When he said nothing, Tally felt the need to fill the silence. “
Holly gently placed her hands on Tally’s shoulders and spoke with a hint of concern, “I hate to say it, honey, but losing him isn’t a big loss. You deserve someone better.”Holly’s words surprised Tally, and she asked, “Really? You didn’t like him?” Most people seemed to like Blake, except for Ryan. No one had ever mentioned anything to her before about not liking him.Holly let out a snort and replied, “The few times I encountered him, and mind you, it wasn’t often. He always seemed to act superior, and he only paid any real attention to the attractive-looking ladies.”Holly picked up Tally’s hands, giving them a squeeze, making her feel even more sickened by the situation. She couldn’t help but wonder if she had made better choices in friends sooner. Instead of being content with Blake’s friends, she might have discovered his infidelity earlier.Now, more than ever, Tally was convinced that this wasn’t his first time cheating. Yes, it hurt to realize she had wasted so much time on hi
Tally leaned back in her chair and stretched her arms into the air over her head, letting out a moan at the pull on her muscles. Before lowering her hands to rub her tired eyes. She had just finished the last letter Ryan had left for her to type up. He hadn’t needed it until tomorrow, and he had told her to go home at five. But she had still stayed back to make up for her very long lunch. Standing, she looked at Ryan, who was still working at his desk. It was late, looking at the clock on her computer. It was after 6:30pm. Tally shut down her system and collected her things. Getting up, she went to Ryan’s open door.“I’m going home now. See you in the morning.” She said to him.Ryan turned his head to regard her before he looked out his windows where it was still light. When he checked his watch. Seeing the time, he frowned. “I thought I told you to go home already.”Tally shrugged. “It’s not dark and at least my in-tray is clear for tomorrow.”Ryan sighed, throwing his pen down on the
Tally let out a tired yawn as she stepped off the lift on their floor, her mind still clouded with the events of last night. The first person she saw was Holly. She had promised Holly that they would go shopping today, but it had completely slipped her mind amidst the sleepless night she had endured.Every little noise had jolted her awake, fearing that Blake might return. Though she knew he didn’t have keys to her townhouse, the possibility of him finding another way in, like through a broken window he could break, haunted her thoughts. Tally couldn’t determine if Blake would be that foolish, and uncertainty plagued her mind.She had two options: either move to a new place or invest in a security system. Both choices would come with a financial burden, not to mention the need to consult with her landlord before making any modifications to her current residence. Tally sighed, feeling overwhelmed by the weight of the decisions she needed to make.“Mornin’ Tally,” Holly greeted her cheer
Tally rushed back after lunch with Holly. Stashing her shopping under her desk as she opened Ryan’s door and headed into his office. Looking around, she couldn’t see him. He must have been delayed by Marty. The gym was on the floor below them with the apartment.Ryan’s lunch was supposed to be delivered and placed in the fridge. She just needed to take it out and put it on his desk, so it would be ready for him when he returned. Tally removed the lunch from the fridge and placed it on his desk, along with cutlery. Then Tally went back to his kitchen nook and switched on his personal espresso machine, making sure to check the water level. Everything was prepared for Ryan to press a simple button upon his return.Tally was heading back out of the room when she walked into a granite wall. She lost her balance and would have fallen over had Ryan’s arm not gone around her waist, anchoring her to his front. She could feel the warmth of his hand through her thin blouse. It was only then she r
Tally opened her eyes to light streaming in from the large window over the bed she was currently lying in. Her head hurt… She blinked, taking in her surroundings. This wasn’t her bedroom. It took her a moment to realize she was in the office apartment. Having been here to drop files off to Ryan when he had stayed or even to business associates of Ryan’s if they needed anything.Tally struggled to remember the events of the previous day. Her head throbbed, making it difficult to think clearly. She tried to recall how she ended up in the office apartment, but her memory was hazy.As she lay there, she became aware of the arm draped over her and the hand resting on her breast. Panic surged through her as she realized she had slept with someone, someone she couldn’t even remember. This was completely out of character for her. Blake had been her only sexual partner, and they had been in a committed relationship. “Please god, don’t let this be Blake.”Feeling the warm naked body behind her s
Tally headed straight to the bar, requesting another cocktail. She wasn’t typically a heavy drinker, but tonight she was ready to let loose and have some fun. Driving home was not an option for her as she had taken the bus to the party and planned to take a cab home.As she stood at the bar, Tally was pleasantly surprised to see Ethan, a colleague from the marketing department, standing beside her. “Hey Tally, you’re looking amazing,” Ethan complimented her. Tally flashed him a smile, genuinely appreciating the kind words. “Thanks, Ethan! You’re not too bad yourself,” she playfully nudged him.Others may think she was flirting with Ethan. However, what most people didn’t know about Ethan was that he was gay. Tally had known this since their college days, even though they were enrolled in different courses. Despite that, they had managed to forge a friendship and now found themselves working for the same company, under Ryan’s leadership.Suddenly, a wave of guilt washed over Tally as sh
Tally looked up from the textbook she was reading when Ryan came through the front door.“Hello lover.” Tally knew the time was just after 1pm. She had only just eaten lunch, so it was early for Ryan to be home.Ryan stopped, raised an eyebrow in her direction. “Lover?”“Well, yes, are you hoping to get lucky before my husband gets home? You could be in luck.” Tally grinned at him, looking down at her bare wrist as if she was checking the time. “He doesn’t normally get home for hours.” This reminded her of teasing him at the office after they had had made love in an underground parking lot on the way to work.Ryan smirked, his eyes filled with a mischievous glint. “Well, if luck is on my side, then who am I to resist?” he replied, inching closer to Tally. Their playful banter had always added an exciting element to their relationship.As Tally playfully tapped her chin, pretending to consider the proposition. “Hmm, I’m not sure I should. My husband is so good in bed and well… out of it
Tally nodded, her heart swelling with love for this man who loved her just how she was. Never wanting to change her. He had fallen in love with her twice. She couldn’t imagine her life without him and the baby they were eagerly expecting. “I’m so grateful that everything is OK,” she said.Ryan’s eyes locked with hers, his gaze filled with an intensity that made her breath catch. “I love you, Tally. I can’t imagine a world where we’re not together. We have so much to look forward to, and I promise to protect you and our baby with everything I have,” he vowed, his voice filled with emotion.Tears streamed down Tally’s cheeks as she reached for Ryan’s hand, squeezing it tightly. “I love you too. I really didn’t know what I had until you lost your memory. It was like my world had ended.” She whispered.Ryan climbed onto the bed beside Tally, careful to not jostle her at all. Ryan laid down, pulling her back in his arms as they both settled into a warm embrace. The rhythmic beeping of the h
Tally, Ethan, and Holly left the building at noon to go grab some lunch later that day. Ryan was having a workout with Marty during lunch.When she told him she was leaving, Tally promised to bring something back for him. Tally was finding it hard to work with her husband, often wanting to strip his clothes off at work and beg him to take her. But they had made a deal. The workplace was not the ideal location.“Damn hormones.” Tally said under her breath.“What.” Holly asked.Tally shook her head. “I’ll tell you after we order.”They looked over the menu before placing their orders. Once the server left. Tally said to her friends. “My hormones are all over the place with this pregnancy. Sometimes I want to shout at Ryan and call him an asshole for no reason or a want to rip his clothes off at the office.” Tally felt safe telling her friends how she was feeling. They had never gossiped behind her back.Holly grinned while Ethan laughed, saying. “Oh, honey, I can see the attraction. If h
“Beautiful,” he whispered, his voice filled with ore. Before he leaned in with his tongue, flicking out to taste her. Tally’s entire body jerked in response, her nails digging into the mattress as she struggled to stay still.Ryan’s tongue explored her folds, mapping out every sensitive spot with meticulous care. He teased her clit with gentle flicks, earning a choked cry from Tally. Her hips writhed beneath him, her breathing growing ragged as he continued his relentless assault.“Ryan,” she panted, her voice strained with desperation. “Please, I need...” Tally felt all her nerve ending zero in on every little movement Ryan made.Ryan lifted his head, a predatory smile curling his lips. “You need what, Tally?” he asked, his voice dripping with wickedness.“I need you,” she admitted, her cheeks flushing with excitement. “I need to feel you, Ryan. Please.” Ryan stripped the teddy from her body quickly.Ryan’s eyes darkened with desire, his cock twitching as he positioned himself at her
Three weeks later Tally and Ryan, with their entourage, burst into the boardroom of Benson Developments, their presence commanding immediate attention. The room fell silent as every eye turned to them. Tally’s face was a blank mask. She was wearing a scarlet red skirt suit, which contrasts with the cold, sterile room. Ryan stood beside her, his tailored suit exuding authority, his jaw set in determination.Barry Benson, the current CEO, looked up from his seat at the head of the table, his face paling at the sight of them. John, who sat to her father’s right side, narrowed his eyes, clearly sensing the impending storm.“Barry,” Ryan begins, his voice cutting through the silence like a knife, “you’re fired.”Barry’s mouth opens and closes, but no sound comes out. His hands grip the edge of the table, knuckles turning white as he struggles to process the words. Beside him, John leaps to his feet, his face twisted in outrage.“You can’t do this!” John shouts, pointing an accusing finger a
During that week, they had invited a select few to come to their home on the weekend. Ryan’s parents, Paul and Brenda, were among those included in the guest list. They were overjoyed to see Tally and showered her with hugs and kisses upon their arrival. They were relieved that Ryan had regained his memories.Brenda also shared with Tally that Ashley’s parents were not handling their daughter’s actions well. It was apparent to everyone that they found it distasteful. As a result, Ashley was no longer welcome in their circle. Holly and Ethan were the next to arrive, closely followed by April.When Tally invited April, she gave her the heads-up that Noah had also been invited. Tally assured April that she would understand if she didn’t want to come because her husband would be there, but she secretly hoped that she would. April had devoted the last five years of her life to take care of her ailing father, leaving little time for herself.Noah was the last to arrive, and Tally wasn’t sure
“I heard enough,” Ryan replied with a smirk. “But Tally, your money isn’t important to me. I love you for who you are, not for your wealth. Give it to charity or save it for our children. I have enough for the both of us.” He eyed her for a moment before adding. “I know you have your reasons for wanting to buy your father’s company. Just promise me that you won’t let it consume you. Revenge can be a dangerous game.” Tally sighed and walked over to her husband, wrapping her arms around him, leaning back to look at his face. “I promise, Ryan. This is not about revenge for me. Well, maybe a little, but mostly it’s about protecting the people who work there, and making sure my father can’t continue to hurt anyone else. Money is just a means to an end. The money has sat there all this time. I only live on my wages paid by you, and now my inheritance is going to do some good.” Ryan nodded, understanding the determination in her eyes. As his arms circled her waist. “One thing I don’t unders
Ryan and Tally sat side by side at the breakfast table. Ryan sipped his coffee, which she was still missing. “You have coffee envy.” He grinned at her. “Oh, shut up.” Tally said in a huffy tone, as she drank her decaf tea. Ryan placed his free hand over her belly. “It’s for a good cause. You are growing our baby.” His phone beeped to let him know he had a message. Taking his hand from her stomach, he picked up his phone. “It’s from Noah. He sent me the link for the media release about Ashley and Blake.” He let her know. As they read the explosive media story that had broken overnight. The article was damning, detailing Ashley’s lies and deceit, and Blake’s infidelity in intricate detail. Ryan’s eyes scanned the text rapidly. Tally, on the other hand, took her time, letting the words sink in, feeling a strange mix of vindication and sorrow for those who would inevitably be hurt by the truth. Ryan handed her the phone so she could read it at her own pace. When he saw the look on her
Ryan took a few more minutes, his mind racing as the memories fully settled in. The realization of Tally’s pregnancy hit him like a brick wall, filling him with a mixture of joy and protective instinct. He finally moved the car back into traffic, gripping the steering wheel tightly as he navigated through the evening rush hour. Ryan relived the car accident that had caused him to lose his memory of his wife. Remembering that she was pregnant helped him understand why he might have erased her from his memory. Of course, this was just his own speculation, since he wasn’t a psychologist. Nonetheless, knowing that she was pregnant and unable to prevent the accident, he blamed himself for the collision. So, his subconscious mind had effectively removed the problem. Ryan thought that perhaps the recent near miss with another car, and his instinct to protect her by putting his arm across her body to save her, had triggered his memories to resurface. Now that he had his memories back, Ryan