DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 49~ The soft glow of the lamp lit across the elegant tablecloth of the upscale restaurant, casting a warm ambiance over the scene. I sat nervously, my fingers tracing invisible patterns on my linen as Kim and I waited for Devin and Devon to arrive. I couldn't shake the guilt that weighed heavy on my heart, knowing I had betrayed their trust by indulging in a forbidden affair with both brothers. But now, as I felt the subtle flutter of life within me, I knew I had to come clean about my pregnancy and the tangled web of deception that had led me to this moment. As Devin and Devon approached the table, my breath caught in my throat. They were mirror images of each other, from the way they walked with confident strides to the identical twinkle in their green eyes. But I knew there was a storm brewing beneath their composed exteriors, a storm that she had unwittingly ignited. "Kylie," Devin greeted me with a warm smile as he took his seat b
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 50~ His words hung in the air, one could tell that he was deeply hurting. Devin took a step closer to me, his hand reaching out to rest on my shoulder, a gesture that was meant to be comforting but only seemed to intensify the tension in the room. "Devon, we need to talk" Devin said, his voice was calm, though I could hear the underlying tremor of uncertainty. "Talk about what?" Devon's eyes blazed with anger. "There's nothing to talk about! You always get everything, Devin. Everything!" I felt tears sting my eyes, the weight of the situation pressing down on me. "Please, Devon, I never wanted to hurt you." Devon shook his head, his fists clenched at his sides. "I can't do this. I need to get out of here." Before I could say another word, he turned on his heel and stormed out of the restaurant, the door slamming shut behind him with a resounding thud that echoed through the room. I sat there, frozen, my heart pounding in my chest as
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 51~ Kim got up and excused herself, to not disturb us "I'll keep an eye on Devon, and make sure he's okay. He needs time to process everything ." "Thank you," I said again, my voice was filled with gratitude. After Kim left, Devin and I sat in silence for a while, processing all that has happened. I leaned my head on his shoulder, finding comfort in his presence. "I'm scared, Devin," I admitted, my voice barely a whisper. "I'm scared of what this means for all of us." He wrapped his arm around me, holding me close. "I know. But we'll get through this, one step at a time." As the evening wore on, I found myself thinking about everything that had led to this moment. The whirlwind romance with Devin, the unexpected and complicated affair with Devon, and the heart-wrenching decision I had to make. It wasn't supposed to be like this. Love wasn't supposed to hurt this much. The next day, I decided to check on Devon myself. I needed to mak
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 52~ Taking the responsibility of running "Daze Glam Beauty and Cosmetics" was a dream I had cherished for years, a way to pay tribute to my parent's legacy and ensure their memory will live on. As I stood beside the large city window in my office, staring out at the cityscape, I couldn't help but feel the weight of the world on my shoulders. Coming from both my complicated personal life and the mounting scandals threatening to destroy everything my parents had built, I was exhausted to my breaking point. Just then, my personal assistant Stacy entered my office, she looked so worried. "Ma'am, we have got an issue,"she stated. I nodded showing that I was also aware of the issue at hand, I signaled for her to have a seat. "I am aware, things are getting out of control." Stacy took a seat beside me, she was looking so drained and concerned. "There are people in the company who are trying to overthrow you. They want to tarnish Daze
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 53~ The guest room buzzed with anticipation, the air was thick with the kind of excitement that only comes before a major launch. I glanced at my watch, my heart racing with a mixture of nervousness and excitement. Today was the day Kora Bradson, the breathtakingly beautiful and popular celebrity and model, would be walking through the doors of Daze Glam Beauty and Cosmetics. She was set to model our latest product, the Daze Beauty Super Easy Makeup Remover. As the founder and CEO of Daze Glam, I’ve had my fair share of high-stakes meetings, but there was something uniquely electrifying about today. Kora Bradson wasn’t just any model. She was an icon, a vision of beauty that captivated millions of people. Her endorsement could take our product from a promising innovation to an overnight sensation. I took a deep breath and adjusted my blazer, smoothing down a few stray hairs. Presentation was everything, especially in this kind of busine
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 54~ A knock on the door interrupted us, before my grandmother Kris walked in, her presence was commanding and reassuring. "I heard all that has being going on and it's very clever of you to have Kora over, that's a huge step, keep it up" she said, closing the door behind her. "And I think I might have a few ideas that might help in the company issues." I smiled, feeling a flicker of hope. "Grandma, I could use all the help I can get." She sat down beside me before starting her usual speech "Your parents built this company from the ground up, and we're not going to let a bunch of opportunists tear it down. We need to gather evidence, expose the people behind these scandals, and launch a campaign to restore Daze Glam Beauty and Cosmetics's image." I nodded in agreement, "I plant spies in each department and have them fish out the imposters" "And I'll work on a PR strategy," Kris added. "We'll need to be transparent with the public, sho
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 55~ Stacy continued to gather evidence, Kris and I worked on crafting a comprehensive PR plan. We knew we had to be strategic, to anticipate the moves of those trying to undermine us. "We'll need a strong statement, "Kris said one afternoon as we sat in the conference room, drafting our plan. "Something that addresses the issues head-on but also reassures our clients and partners that we're taking decisive action." I nodded, jotting down notes. "We should also highlight the steps we're taking to ensure this doesn't happen again. Show that we're committed to transparency and integrity." Kris smiled, her eyes twinkling with pride. "That's the spirit. We'll turn this around, Kylie, I have no doubt." This company was more than just a business to me, it was a part of my family's legacy, and I was determined to protect it. The day of the press conference arrived, and I stood in front of the mirror, adjusting my blazer and taking a deep bre
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 56~ It was a gloomy afternoon as I drove to the cemetery to visit my parents' graves. The sky was downcast, matching the heaviness in my heart. Running Daze Glam Beauty & Cosmetics, a multi-million dollar company, was a dream come true, but today, I felt a profound loneliness. As the CEO, my life was always busy, filled with meetings, travel, and constant decision-making, but visiting my parents’ resting place grounded me, reminding me of where I came from and what I had lost. I got out of my car and walked slowly to their graves, the crunch of the gravel under my feet was the only sound in the silence. I stood there for a long time, talking to them in my mind, updating them on my life and telling them about their future grandchild. I was four months pregnant, and though I was excited, I was also terrified. My boyfriend, Devin, is so happy about our baby. He was supportive, loving, and everything I could ask for. "Mom, Dad," I whisper
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 177~As the weeks went by, It was Hailey and Biggie's wedding. The room glowed with what seemed like a million glittering twinkle lights. The floating candles at each table illuminated the gorgeous fresh-cut flower centerpieces. The room smelled like a tantalizing mixture of just baked cinnamon rolls and a delightful floral scent that somehow didn't conflict with each other.Hailey made a simply gorgeous bride. Her long, dark hair and enormous green eyes made the silky pink dress she had chosen for the occasion pop. I had never seen anyone look as exuberant as she did, with the exception of Biggie. He was positively beaming from ear to ear as if he couldn't believe his good fortune.The entire affair looked like a dream come true. More than ever, I couldn't wait to promise to live the rest of my days with Devin on a pristine beach somewhere. The only potential problem with my plan was footwear. I do love shoes, and a wedding in the sand is
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 176~The days and weeks started going by in a flurry. Bernice was able to talk Hailey into having a 'real' reception, but Hailey held firm on the small wedding. Devin and I had decided to let Hailey and Biggie have the entire spotlight during this special time in their lives. We would start planning our destination wedding once the festivities and aftermath from Hailey's big day wore down.I was so happy, happier than I could have ever imagined possible. Devin and I had finally settled on the plans for our dream home with enormous closets, after lots of bickering and rowdy making-up over which way doors should swing, where walls should be, and the size of the windows. Devin almost always let me have my way, but he seemed to enjoy the cycle of arguing about little things, then having big-time make-up sex. I had to admit, it was rather fun.He had started construction on the frame of our home, and for the first time, I could visualize myself
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 175~The Booker's had a family meeting, and I was invited. Even though the topic wasn't a happy one, it felt marvelous to belong to something so much bigger than myself. I had been a loner for a long time, other than having my pets and Kylie around.This family was complicated and they bickered and they loved each other unconditionally. It felt beyond amazing to be a part of that.Bernice and Christian stood up in front of their children and their children's partners and announced that they would be getting a divorce. We were all stunned.I had assumed that they would be able to work things out. It's probably an inaccurate stereotype, but I had assumed that women from Bernice's generation were of the 'stand by your man' mentality.Even though he had cheated and that was despicable and wrong, I had assumed that they would find a way to work through it and save their marriage. The baby that Zoey was carrying certainly complicated matters, bu
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 174~As if a light bulb suddenly went off in her head, she snapped her fingers. "Hey, you guys can have the big fancy wedding and completely take the pressure off of me and Biggie.""Oh no," Devin countered. "That is not in the cards. Is it, Sweetheart?" he asked me sweetly, giving me a peck on the cheek."Nope, I think Hailey needs the big wedding. We might be better off eloping." I voiced the idea that had been floating around my head.Devin lit up at the idea. "Yeah, or a destination wedding. We can go to Dubai or someplace so far away that only the people who truly love us are willing to travel there for the wedding.""Mmm," I nodded my agreement with his suggestion and added one of my own. "Or Peru to stay in one of those bungalow huts out over the ocean.""Ohh, I want to do that too," Hailey jumped in."Hey, this is our wedding plan. You're stuck dealing with Mom and being the perfect daughter-bride for her," Devin told her firmly."
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 173~Devin joined the hippopotamus game on the floor, and it wasn't long before the nanny returned from the adjoining bedroom. She was beyond grateful for my help and seemed concerned about losing her job. I would have been too, if I were in her shoes. Bernice would not take it kindly with anyone finding out that one of her employees had disappeared during a shift especially not her grandchildren's nanny.I reassured the woman that her secret was safe with me and that I had actually ended up enjoying my time with the children.When she looked warily at Devin, he confirmed that he wouldn't tattle to his mother either. "It's our little secret." He punctuated his sweet statement by looking up at her with a wink and one of his killer grins.The woman actually tittered in response to his attention. I would have rolled my eyes, but I couldn't blame her...the man is charm personified.I carefully passed the sleeping baby off to the appreciative w
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 172~Once I was done eating, I excused myself from the table, unable to stand the awkward, almost resentful silence any longer. Kylie gave me a miserable look as I passed by as if she wanted me to save her too, but I didn't see a way to make that happen. Going to the bathroom in pairs wouldn't exactly be appropriate. I'm sure she wished that she had thought of the excuse and bailed before I did.Leaving her to fend for herself, I made my escape. Rather than go to the bathroom that was just down the hall, I opted to head to one upstairs in order to drag out my absence as long as possible. It wasn't that I hated Zoey, like the three Booker siblings all seemed to. Even though they made a feeble attempt to hide their disdain to comply with their mother's request for kindness, their contempt sizzled with heat just under the surfaceIn fact, I almost felt sorry for her. Christian had apparently shoved her aside and was attempting to woo his wife
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 171~I had wanted to tell Kylie about our engagement before anyone else found out, but Devon had said she was sleeping when I called. He had offered to wake her, but I knew sleep was a precious commodity for a new mom, so I declined.Having turned the ring around backwards and placed it on my right hand, I hoped no one would notice before I had a chance to tell her. We were at Sunday brunch and Devin was itching to share the news with his family, but I had made him promise to wait for a general announcement until we had told Kylie and Devon.The two of them had arrived late and then had to deal with the logistics of transferring their baby and all of her accoutrements to the nanny that Bernice had hired with the sole purpose of being in charge of the children during mealtimes. Once Aire was whisked away to join Nathalie and Jade, we were seated at the grand mahogany table in the formal dining room.I had been hoping we would be outside thi
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 170~When he moved over to the side of the bed, I thought he was getting up to distance himself from me. I almost had a panic attack. I wanted to scream at him not to leave yet, that we could enjoy each other's company for a while longer. Even though I knew it would be safer to end things now, I wanted to clutch onto any more time I could squeeze out of my relationship with Devin before he slipped out of my grasp.I had known that he would eventually leave me over my sexual limitations, but I hadn't anticipated that it would be this soon. I wasn't ready!It took me a bit to realize that he wasn't getting up. He seemed to be retrieving something from under the bed. When he returned to my side, he handed me a book. This was so far from what I had been expecting that I just fluttered my eyelashes in confusion.Devin pointed out the title, and once I was calm enough to actually comprehend what it said, I burst into giggles. The book was titled
DIRTY AFFAIR WITH HIS IDENTICAL TWIN Chapter 169~He bent his elbow, to rest his head on this fist and gazed down at me. "You're being awfully quiet. Did I scare the hell out of you with that last bit?" He smiled, letting me know he wasn't angry."Me? No, I just...ummm...it just didn't make sense," I stammered."Let me see if I can clarify what I meant," he started, still smiling down at me. Even with his black hair rumpled from our marathon night and morning of lovemaking, he was so gorgeous it was almost breathtaking. He leaned back on the pillow to look up at the ceiling. When he spoke, something inside my belly told me that this was one of the most important conversations of my life, one that I would want to remember and relive over and over to cherish forever."I'm not sure exactly when it happened," he started. His voice had a faraway quality, almost like he was talking to someone else, yet it felt like he was speaking directly to my soul. "It probably wasn't a specific moment,