He had a small smile on his face that made me feel a bit jittery. How could someone be so cute and not realize how much they affect others?“You look peaceful when you sleep,” he said. “I just can’t get enough of looking at you.”A blush spread across my face, and I raised my hand to cover it, feeling crimson red from his simple compliment.“Come here,” he said, stretching out his hand. “Let’s go join the others.”I nodded and took his hand. With my bag in my other arm, we walked together toward the party.As we walked toward the party, I wondered if I could allow myself to feel this sense of peace more often. Ethan seemed to offer a security I hadn’t felt in a long time.I hoped this party might be a step toward finding some normalcy and joy, even if just for tonight.“You made it!” Zoey said as Ethan and I approached the backyard where the party was in full swing.“Let me get you something to drink,” Ethan said, heading off as Zoey came into view.“I see you came with Ethan,” Zoey s
I lowered my face to the food on my plate, then slowly looked up at Ethan. His eyes were wide like he’d been caught off guard.Why was he showing interest in me when everyone knew he had a girlfriend? It made me realize why it’s hard to trust people and let my guard down, even when they seem genuinely nice.So, he has a girlfriend and he’s been hitting on me. I decided not to look up again. Instead, I focused on my food.True to their word, the food was delicious, and I found myself feeling full and satisfied. I made a mental note to ask Mason for the recipe later. I hoped he might be willing to share it, even though he had been secretive about it.Zoey soon disappeared from view. I noticed she was talking with a guy and couldn’t stop blushing at whatever he was saying. He was blonde and had a well-built physique, making him quite attractive.Once I finished my meal, I headed towards the swimming pool where people were having fun. I took my drink with me.As I walked towards the poo
Ethan stood there, looking at me with his dreamy blue eyes. I had been trying to ignore it. He sparked something inside me that I feared might consume me if I wasn’t careful. I’d been hurt before and didn’t want to go through that again.He held my hand and gently guided me towards the dance floor. I thought about protesting and keeping my guard up, but he noticed my hesitation. His grip was gentle as he slowly tugged me along. I realized there was no point in resisting; he wasn’t going to take no for an answer.As we approached the dance floor, people started to move away, giving us space. It seemed like they respected Ethan, but it made me uncomfortable to have all eyes on us. Suddenly, Ethan pulled me close, and I ended up pressed against his chest. He held me tight, and it felt like the world around us had stopped. All I could focus on was him. The sensation was powerful and familiar, reminding me of moments with Logan. It was both comforting and frightening to feel this way
Ethan’s POV My heart broke seeing Nadine like this, and I felt helpless. I know what I feel for her is real, something I’ve never felt for anyone else. She has a past she’s trying to escape from—I can tell by how jumpy she gets whenever I touch her. She’s new in Canada, which makes me even more curious.I told her I wanted her to trust me enough to share what was going on because it was clear something was not right. But I had to do what I had to do—I ran a background check on her as a new employee. The things I found out were so shocking, they made me wonder how she’ll ever be able to trust anyone again.When I was about to tell her that I discovered something about her life, I noticed the way she stiffened. It made me pause, and I had to step away for a moment.I wanted to protect her, to make her feel safe, but I didn’t know how to approach her without making things worse. It made me realize how deep her wounds must be and how carefully I needed to act.The last thing I wanted
“Congratulations, your wife is two months pregnant,” the doctor said, and I stood there, stunned. Of all the things I expected, this wasn’t one of them.Nadine was married—to Logan West, a powerful and ruthless billionaire. I’d heard about him. The news was full of stories about a big auction she recently won, an entire island. But nothing explained why she left him and ended up here in Canada.We run background checks on all our new employees. We have, to avoid hiring anyone with a questionable past. So, being told that she is pregnant, it hit me—Logan West must be the father. The thought overwhelmed me. I didn’t know whether to laugh, cry, jump up, or throw my fists in the air. The emotions were so intense, that I couldn’t even make sense of them.But why didn’t she tell me? The question slipped out, directed at no one in particular. “Because you two aren’t there yet,” a voice in my head whispered.My eyes stayed fixed on the floor, my mind racing. What if she thought I’d judge h
"Checked out?" I repeated, barely believing what I was hearing."Yes, she left earlier today."I stood there, trying to process the news. How could she leave without saying anything? Why didn’t anyone tell me? I was so lost in thought, trying to make sense of it all. How could she just leave like that?I quickly pulled my phone from my pocket and dialed Sydney’s number. She picked up on the third ring.“What the hell happened? Why didn’t you tell me you were taking Nadine out of the hospital?” I was furious that she made such a decision without informing me. Sydney knew how much I cared about Nadine, and how worried I was.“Chill, big man,” Sydney replied calmly. “That wasn’t my decision. Ethan, she said she doesn’t want to see you.”“She doesn’t want to see me?” I repeated, my anger quickly turning into confusion.It felt like my heart stopped beating. I slowly pulled the phone away from my ear. Maybe I hadn’t heard her right. I placed the phone back to my ear and asked again, “Wha
She didn’t answer right away. Instead, she finished pouring the drink and then looked at me with pain in her eyes."I don’t know," she whispered, her voice trembling slightly. "Maybe. Everything’s just... a mess right now.""Sydney..." I started, but she quickly shook her head, cutting me off."Don’t," she said, her voice barely above a whisper. "I don’t want to talk about it."I wanted to push, to get her to open up, but the look in her eyes stopped me. It was a look full of pain, confusion, and a desperate need to hold it all together.I nodded, taking the glass she handed me. "Okay, we don’t have to talk about it," I said quietly.A few minutes passed in silence before Sydney suddenly gulped down her drink in one go. "Sydney!" I shouted, alarmed. "You’re going to hurt yourself!"She stared at me, her eyes glistening with tears on the verge of spilling over. "I don’t know anymore," she choked out, her voice breaking. "I just don’t know."The tears began streaming down her face, and
Nadine's POV I curled up in bed after being discharged from the hospital. When Ethan visited, I often pretended to be asleep because I couldn’t face looking into his eyes and seeing the pain there.I hoped he’d lose interest when he found out I was pregnant, but I was wrong. He kept coming back to check on me.I kept replaying our conversations in my head, trying to make sense of everything. I knew Ethan cared, but I was scared of what it meant for us. My heart ached as I lay in bed, my thoughts drifting back to Logan. I wondered how things might have been different if he knew about the pregnancy, or if he hadn’t seen that picture of me with Asher.He wanted an heir, and I could see how that picture broke down his defenses. It was as if it exposed the cracks in the facade he had been hiding behind. "Was it all just about the heir? Was everything I felt for him just an illusion created by the circumstances?""Nadine, you need to face him instead of staying here all day," Sydney's vo
Nadine's POVThese past few weeks have been the best of my life. Shawn knows Logan is his dad, and it’s been a smooth ride. He sticks to Logan's side all day, and Logan, being the doting father, has no other obligation than to satisfy his son’s desires.Our dates are magical, and we’ve been on so many more since then. Logan spoils me silly, making every moment feel special. During one of our outings, he asked me to be his girlfriend, and I couldn’t care less about the label because I knew he wanted to woo me—that’s how he puts it.Logan’s family is eager for us to bring Shawn around so he can get to know his father’s side. I see pure love in their eyes as they bask in Shawn’s presence. Later, I find out that the blonde Logan pointed out at the restaurant with Chris is Lucas’s girlfriend. I feel a flush of embarrassment when I remember how I wanted to march up to her and stake my claim on Logan. Thank goodness I didn’t do that! I turn to Logan and playfully smack his chest. “Ouch!” h
Logan's POVI can’t get enough of Nadine. She’s like a soothing balm for my aching heart, and after giving her multiple orgasms, I feel like I’ve been on one hell of a ride.I want every part of her to bear my mark, so no man dares to come close to what is mine. I trail kisses over her body as she slowly opens her eyes. “No, not again, Logan,” she murmurs, feeling my erection pressing against her.I can’t count the number of times I’ve had an erection just from kissing her, and each time, it leads to amazing sex—an explosion of pent-up desire finally released. “I need to see my boy,” she whines, making her way toward the bathroom.I smile as I watch her. I want to see my boy too, but I dream of us being a family, all under one roof. Waking up each morning with Nadine by my side, peppering her with kisses and sending her into ecstasy before I head off to work. I imagine my son jumping up and down on my bed, trying to wake us up. The picture brings a smile to my face.Suddenly, I real
Nadine's POV.He pulls away and asks me a question I wasn’t expecting. Things are moving faster than I thought, but I know we’ve been avoiding our feelings for too long. We’ve both suffered in denial.“Go on a date with me,” he says softly, his eyes searching mine for a reaction. But I know I’m ready to take that leap of faith for us.I smile warmly, letting him see just how open I am to his request.“Of course, yes.”The smile that lights up his face is beyond ordinary, it’s captivating, pulling me in like a spell. He draws me closer and kisses me gently, and I savor the bliss that washes over me. Then it hits me—I need to call Rosa to let her know I won’t be home tonight.There’s no way I’m leaving here; I just want to stay in his arms all night.He notices the shift in my mood and asks, “What’s wrong?”“I need to call Rosa.”“Oh, how’s our son doing?” he asks, watching closely, testing if I’ll show any vulnerability.“He’s fine, but he wasn’t too happy with us leaving so suddenly.
I can’t believe what I just heard. My heart leaps with joy, pounding so hard I feel it might burst from my chest. “I’m right where I should be,” she whispers.It feels surreal. “Say that again, Nadine,” I urged, my face lighting up with happiness.“Oh, stop, Logan,” she replies, covering her face with her hands.Unable to contain my excitement, I scoop her up in a bridal carry and head up the stairs.“Drop me! I can walk by myself!” she laughs, but I can’t help my joy as I carry her with happiness.“Where are you taking me?” she asks, laughing.“To my bathroom. Remember that day you had your bath here?” She nods her head against my chest, a playful smile on her lips.I can’t seem to have a bath without thinking about that day. I kick the door open and step inside, gently lowering her to her feet under the shower.As the warm water cascades around us, I slowly start to remove her clothes, then peel off my own until we are both naked, feeling the heat envelop us.I take a moment to ad
He moves his hand down, sliding my pants aside, and finds my clit with his fingers. I shudder, arching my back as he continues to press deeper. He adds another finger, fucking me with it, but it doesn’t come close to satisfying the longing that’s consumed me for years. No amount of self-control can hold back the desire that surges through me.His fingers alone can’t quench my thirst. All I want is his dick inside me, filling me, while my clit clench around him.He slams into me with all the raw power I remember from our first night together, igniting a fire deep in me.That night is etched in my memory, and each time I use my toy, I picture him, as I thrust in and out reliving the raw connection I feel that reckless night.As he drives deeper, sensations flood back, every gasp, every moan, every brush of his skin against mine. I remember the way he looked at me, his eyes dark with desire, as if I were the only thing that mattered in the world.I think of how desperately I craved him
"Nadine," he calls my name, and my knees go weak. I can’t help myself; I lunge at him, pressing my lips to his. He swings into action immediately, without hesitation, as if he’s been waiting for this moment. What does this man do to me? He kisses me back, matching my intensity, pouring as much desire into the kiss as I do.I know this man. His presence etches itself into every part of my being. I can’t stay sane without him. I know it sounds cliché, but it’s the damn truth. He owns me, and I’m sure he feels the same. My encounter with Chris is a wake-up call, reminding me to hold on tight to what I have. Rosa’s words echo in my mind, even if she thinks I didn’t hear: I shouldn’t let a good man slip away.“Oh, Nad,” he whispers, his hands roaming over my body, cupping my butt. I wrap my legs around him, keeping our lips locked.He carries me to the couch, laying me down gently before finally pulling away.“What the hell, Logan?” I snap, frustration bubbling up like a child denied th
Nadine's POV I'm still reeling from Logan's sudden appearance and departure. My heart was racing, and my body trembling with desire. How does he do this to me? I feel like I'm trapped in a web of longing, unable to escape.The way he touched me, his fingers tracing my skin, sending shivers down my spine. His eyes, burning with intensity, seeing right through me. And that whispered question, 'What do you want?'... It's as if he knows I'm powerless against him.I try to shake off the feeling, telling myself I'm on a date with Chris, but Logan's presence has awakened something deep within me. I can't deny the connection between us.Chris... poor Chris. He has no idea what's going on. I feel guilty, about using him as a distraction from Logan. But Logan's games are exhausting. Why can't he leave me alone?As I return to the table, Chris notices my flushed cheeks and asks if I'm okay. I force a smile, trying to brush it off, but he sees right through me.'Everything alright?' he asks, con
Logan's POVI keep tabs on her, my men tracking her every move. But tonight feels different. I'm told that she’s going on a date with Chris Meyers, the kind of guy who can charm his way into anyone’s heart. I know he won’t stop until he has Nadine under his spell, and the thought twists my heart with disgust, a sharp pang of jealousy tightening my chest.Even from afar, I sense her unease. Her eyes darted around, searching for someone, anyone, watching her. Little does she know, it’s me.Kelly, my brother Lucas’s girlfriend, is nearby. Lucas has been pushing me to meet her, and as soon as he steps away to take a call, I know it’s my moment to move closer.When I point at Kelly as my date, I see it in her eyes—she’s ready to tear her apart from miles away.Returning to my seat, I feel Nadine’s gaze follow me, tracking my every move. When she finally stands, I slip away, quietly following her.She heads toward the restroom, and I follow, keeping my distance as I move discreetly in the
The past few weeks have been a wild ride, just as I expected. I've spent more time at my flower shop and squeezed in several dates.Some of them? Total snooze-fests. They drone on about themselves—their accomplishments, their families without ever asking what I want.One guy bragged so much that you'd think I was lucky just to be sitting across from him.Another couldn’t stop talking about his mom and his pet, which screamed a red flag from a mile away.Logan’s been away a lot, but he still checks on Shawn when I’m not around, always making sure to send flowers. This time, though, he didn’t come by in person to place the order.But his absence is obvious even Ava can't stop talking about the gorgeous man who ordered flowers which I know she is referring to Logan Even Shawn has noticed, asking where Logan’s been. I just shrug, unsure of the answer.He followed up the flowers with a sweet message that had me grinning from ear to ear.Lately, I’ve been exploring more—going on dates, unw