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Cheating Season

Cheating Season

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Oleh:  Sweet ChocolateTamat
Bahasa: English
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By year four of our marriage, Scott had picked up a college girl—Gigi. Bright, beautiful, full of life. She had him, a billionaire, eating street food and chasing after her favorite esports player. Scott called. "Not coming home. Watching Joel Arnoult's match." Beside him, Gigi scoffed. "That boring old woman—does she even know who Joel Arnoult is?" They had no clue. The second the call ended, Joel had me pinned in the back of a dimly lit car. His teeth grazed my neck—sharp, teasing, a little painful. "Leila, if I win, how are you gonna reward me?"

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Chapter 1

I met Gigi Digg for the first time on my twenty-sixth birthday.I was all smiles, chatting with guests, keeping up appearances."Scott's running late—work emergency. But he already sent his gift ahead—"Didn't even get to finish.Scott Fletcher strolled in right then, and he wasn't alone.Gigi Digg, in a red dress, was clinging to his arm like she belonged there. She looked around, eyes wide with excitement, voice chirpy. "So this is the fun place you were talking about?"Her gaze landed on me for two whole seconds before flitting away."Ooh, that cake looks amazing! I want some!"Scott watched her, amused, while she turned my birthday into her playground.The whispers started."She's bold, huh? Flaunting herself right in front of Leila Lloyd.""Not surprising. Scott spoils her. And yeah, he's married to Leila—but Leila practically threw herself at him.""God, how humiliating. Getting disrespected on her own birthday and just taking it? If that were me, I'd rather die."Dr...

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RMg7055
kind of sad story, FL does'nt feel the love
2025-03-17 00:58:35
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Heather W
So so good. Leila is a whole goddess
2025-02-20 00:42:26
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Cris Land
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2025-02-22 23:57:24
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Chapter 1
I met Gigi Digg for the first time on my twenty-sixth birthday.I was all smiles, chatting with guests, keeping up appearances."Scott's running late—work emergency. But he already sent his gift ahead—"Didn't even get to finish.Scott Fletcher strolled in right then, and he wasn't alone.Gigi Digg, in a red dress, was clinging to his arm like she belonged there. She looked around, eyes wide with excitement, voice chirpy. "So this is the fun place you were talking about?"Her gaze landed on me for two whole seconds before flitting away."Ooh, that cake looks amazing! I want some!"Scott watched her, amused, while she turned my birthday into her playground.The whispers started."She's bold, huh? Flaunting herself right in front of Leila Lloyd.""Not surprising. Scott spoils her. And yeah, he's married to Leila—but Leila practically threw herself at him.""God, how humiliating. Getting disrespected on her own birthday and just taking it? If that were me, I'd rather die."Dr
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Chapter 2
I tucked the check away and grabbed my phone, opening the pinned chat.Before the party, I'd sent a simple text: [Kind of miss you.]Six replies.Five hours ago: [Miss you too.]Four hours ago: [Heading to practice.]Three hours ago: [Actually, I don't mind being interrupted during practice.]Two hours ago: [They told me it's your birthday.]One hour ago: [Happy birthday.]Just now: [I'm coming to see you.]I smiled.I typed back: [No need. I'll see you next week at your match.]After a long time, two messages arrived.[Okay.][Don't play me.]***Over the next month, Scott paraded Gigi around in public, openly flaunting their affair.Like two teenagers drunk on love.The almighty Scott Fletcher let her drag him to street food stalls, snap silly photo booth pics, and kiss under the Bali sunset. Even followed her to an esports match—one featuring Joel Arnoult.Nineteen. A phenomenon. Last year, he led his team to a world championship. Right now, he was the biggest name
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Chapter 3
His voice came low, husky. Even through the phone, I could picture the smirk, the sharp, striking eyes darkening when they landed on me.I chuckled, indulgent. "Anything."A beat of silence.Then— "Leila, if I take the championship, you're mine tonight."The match began.Through the glass, I watched Joel slip on his headset, fingers flying across the keyboard. His expression? Sharp. Unshakable. Locked in.Not once did he falter.Until the final score blazed across the screen—3:0.[Champions!!!]Only then did he stand, bathed in the deafening cheers, the flashing lights.And through the chaos, his eyes found mine.I mouthed, "Congrats."He grinned, mimicking me."Now, you're mine."Tonight belonged to Joel.***By the time the post-match interviews wrapped, it was late.Outside, a light drizzle misted the air.I had just slipped into the dim back path toward the parking lot when a hand grabbed me—yanking me into a car."Trying to run again?"The crisp scent of rain c
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Chapter 4
When silence stretched too long, Gigi's face tightened, annoyance flickering in her eyes.She yanked Scott's sleeve. He stepped up, radiating arrogance. "Mr. Arnoult, I'm Scott Fletcher, CEO of Fletcher Corp. My girlfriend wants your autograph." Like his title alone guaranteed obedience.Silence.Then Joel scoffed, cold and sharp. He grabbed his jacket and tossed it over me, blocking my view entirely. Before I could react, he pushed the car door open and stepped out, moving with effortless ease.Wrapped in fabric, all I saw was shifting light and shadow—Joel's voice was razor-sharp: "Tch. I don't know you."Scott's tone darkened. "What did you just say?"Joel's words cut clean. "I said, I don't know you." Then, with a lazy cruelty: "What, are you deaf or just stupid?"Scott, coddled and worshipped his whole life, had never been humiliated like this. Even without seeing his face, I could picture the fury twisting his expression. I smiled slightly."Wait... is that—" Gigi gaspe
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Chapter 5
I never finished my sentence.He kissed me again, swallowing the rest of my words in heat and recklessness.***Morning crept in, the sky just beginning to lighten.Beside me, Joel slept soundly.Our clothes—mine tangled with his—lay crumpled on the floor.In the dim light slipping through the curtains, I spared him one last glance before slipping out of bed.Downstairs, I slid into my car.Tammy handed me an iced Americano the second I shut the door."Ms. Lloyd, the second phase of the stock acquisition was completed last night. No traces back to us so far."I took a sip, listening as she ran through the details."Also, your father called this morning. He's demanding you return to the estate today."I nodded. "Ignore him. If he calls again, block the number. Everything else moves forward as planned."Tammy acknowledged with a nod but hesitated before starting the car, eyes flicking to my neck."Ms. Lloyd... your neck."I checked the rearview mirror. Yeah. Obvious.Calm
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Chapter 6
The gossip account that broke the news had posted a photo.A dimly lit parking lot, rain streaking down.Joel stood by the open car door, one hand braced against the frame, his expression cold, gaze sharp.Inside the car, the person was completely hidden—except for a glimpse of soft blue fabric from a skirt and the logo on a pair of high heels.The comment section exploded.[If I remember right, Joel Arnoult is only 19? He's already dating?][19 is legal. What's the big deal? It's not affecting his matches.][Am I the only one curious about who his girlfriend is? That brand—those heels cost tens of thousands, and that pair is a limited edition.][He didn't get scooped up by some rich woman, did he?]The club called almost immediately."Boss, reporters are already asking. Should we handle PR?"I pressed a finger to the cut on my cheek, my voice steady. "Deny everything about Joel's relationship."But before a press conference could even be arranged—Someone caught him on ca
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Chapter 7
The whip sliced through the air and landed on my back.This time, I didn't shed a single tear.Only ambition thrived in the pain, growing deep within my flesh.Under the bright light of the study, I tilted my head back and smiled."Dad, I'll find a way to keep Fletcher Corp working with Lloyd Corp."***That night, I drank a little.I dreamt of the first time I met Joel.Back then, he had just transferred from an international team to the domestic league—already one of the most sought-after players in esports. At some mid-tier business gala, he was one of the night's main attractions.I'd stepped into the garden with my wine when I ran into him."Hello, Mr. Arnoult. I'm Leila Lloyd," I greeted with a polite smile."Oh, I know you." His tone was lazy. "Inside, they're saying you're a doormat. I saw your husband speeding off with his girlfriend when I stepped out."My smile didn't budge. "I know.""Doesn't that piss you off?""No.""Don't you want to get back at him?""An
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Chapter 8
Scott's tone changed instantly. "What are you doing?"But I couldn't answer or breathe.Only when Joel finally eased up did I manage to fumble for the phone with shaking fingers and hang up.He let out a low chuckle, breath warm against my ear."Leila... from now on, this time belongs to me."***Joel left the next morning.Right before he did, I hesitated—then said it anyway."You shouldn't have told the reporters you have a girlfriend. You're still young—"He glanced at me. "Aren't you my girlfriend?""It's just for fun.""Oh." He nodded, completely unfazed. "Then you're only allowed to have fun with me."I had no response to that.***A few days later, a grand business gala unfolded.The moment I stepped in, my gaze locked onto the man at the center of it all—Scott, basking in admiration.And Gigi, draped over his arm.Someone in the crowd called out, "Leila Lloyd is here!"The air tightened. Conversations died. Every eye turned to me.Scott let the silence stretc
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Chapter 9
I snapped my head around.Joel was cutting through the crowd, unfazed by the flashing cameras.He had always been striking—razor-sharp features, brows slightly furrowed, carrying that effortless edge.But when he smiled at me, his eyes lit up like scattered stars.He walked straight up, leaned down, and casually smoothed a few stray strands of my hair.Then, in a low, intimate voice, he said my name."Leila."Scott shot to his feet, disbelief flashing across his face.His voice came sharp, almost frantic. "That night—the person in the car... was you?!"Gigi, still clinging to his arm, stiffened. Her forced smile wavered. "Leila, you actually cheated on Scott? Don't you think that's a little much?"Joel settled beside me, hand resting on my shoulder, body pressed close.My phone buzzed in my purse.Tammy's message.[Ms. Lloyd, everything went smoothly. The contract was just signed.]The tension in my chest unraveled, melting away like spring snow.I exhaled, straightened
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Chapter 10
Walking the tightrope between Fletcher Corp and Lloyd Corp, using stolen intel to build my empire piece by piece—that's how I got here.By the time I snapped back, we were already at the exit.I still hadn't figured out how to respond to Joel when the reporters swarmed."Ms. Lloyd, are you the woman from the parking lot photo?""Has your marriage to Mr. Fletcher officially ended?""You openly cheated while still married—any shame at all, walking in with your affair partner?"That last one dripped with malice.I met the guy's gaze—his eyes lit up with both excitement and contempt—and laughed."Shouldn't you be asking Scott that?"I tilted my head. "Starting day two of our marriage, Scott had a new girlfriend every other month. What did you all say back then?"I tapped my chin, like I was just remembering. "Oh, right. You said high-society marriages are just business deals. That keeping a young mistress is normal."So let's say, for argument's sake, I did cheat. Scott broke ou
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