Levy’s POVHaving lunch with the girls was great. They're beautiful, smart, and fun. Messing with those three guys was wonderful. All in all, it was a very enjoyable lunch. But I was really interested in Catherine - she's one unique woman.Ever since I met Catherine at my bar, I was enchanted. My sister already warned me not to get my hopes up because she's very much in love with Miller, who apparently keeps messing things up with her. So, maybe I have a chance.Miller's reaction when I mentioned Catherine's son was visceral, as if I was trying to steal his child. It was really weird because I know Catherine is a single mom and the kid's father disappeared without a trace. And when that jerk started putting pie in her mouth, I wanted to punch him until he was knocked out cold on the floor, but I controlled myself.After lunch, I went back to the office, but I really wanted to see Catherine again. I needed to find ways to run into her more often so I could get closer and make her notice
"I'm curious, Melissa, how did you convince Fred to agree with our outing today?" I asked my friend while we were doing our makeup in my bathroom."Oh, simple, I told him I was going out with the girls," Melissa said as if it were obvious."And did you happen to mention the boys?" I asked, looking at her through the mirror."That's just a detail, Cat. A tiny detail! I haven't forgotten that he's being all buddy-buddy with Alexander, and I definitely haven't forgotten about that floozy throwing herself at him that day at the Social Club," Melissa said very seriously."Mel, you're impossible," I laughed and finished my makeup."It's no big deal, Cat, we're just having fun with friends."We finished getting ready and left. The taxi was already waiting at the door. We arrived at the restaurant at the same time as Sam and Tess."Wow! We're going to drive these men crazy tonight! We look absolutely stunning!" Tess said confidently. She has enviable self-esteem."Hot and gorgeous, right, Tess
When we arrived at the karaoke bar, the place was completely packed. Levy gave our names at the door, and a friendly staff member led us to a reserved table near the stage, promptly calling a waiter over.We sat down and ordered our drinks. There was a couple on stage singing Kid Abelha's "Intimate Painting" completely off-key, but everyone in the bar was singing along and encouraging them to continue. It was a very laid-back atmosphere with incredible energy - everyone was laughing, singing, dancing, clapping, whistling, as if they were at the greatest show on earth. The place was beautiful, with dim lighting, and the band was truly sensational.We had barely sat down when Virginia already signed up for a song and started forcing everyone at the table to do the same. When it was my turn, I stalled by saying I was undecided about which song to choose."Oh no, Catherine, don't even start. You're getting up on that stage tonight," she demanded."Okay, Vi, but give me a minute to choose t
We woke up the next morning to the delicious smell of coffee. Lygia had already set up a beautiful table for us. We had all crashed on mattresses in the living room, and it had been so much fun spending this time among women.Peter came running and jumped between us, laughing and talking to all the girls, and everyone wanted to hold and spoil him. We got up and there was quite a line for the bathrooms, with lots of chatter and jokes, like a bunch of teenagers, which was pretty fun. After getting my son and myself ready, we went to have breakfast.We were laughing and talking about karaoke when Virginia's phone rang on the table and she answered on speaker."Good morning, little brother! Did you sleep well?""Very well, shorty!" Levy replied in a great mood. "Are you still at Catherine's house?""Yes, I am. I'll stay here a bit longer and head home after lunch, why?""Look, shorty, your little friends ruined our night yesterday, so the guys and I thought you could make it up to us," Lev
When I felt a hand touch me, I already knew whose it was. My whole body tingled at Alexander's touch. Soon after, I heard behind me:"Again, Tess? Now every time I see you girls, you're surrounded by this bunch of guys?" Rick ranted, and we started laughing like crazy."Oh, so you're playing smart, aren't you?" Alexander said, putting his hand on my shoulder. "You did this on purpose!""Nobody invited you here!" Mel replied without even looking at Fred's face."Oh, really? So my dear wife came home and told me exactly where and when she'd be just because she wanted me to know?" Rick huffed."I just saved you the trouble of tracking me again, but I never invited you or your little friends," Tess responded.Levy and his friends seemed to be enjoying the others' discomfort. Then Angel had a great idea."Since we're all here, let's sit down and have a good time. Let's play blackjack, drink, and chat. What do you say, gentlemen?""If you want our company, you better agree, because we're not
The game room at Patrick's place was truly incredible, like stepping into a Las Vegas casino. It had everything: bright lights, roulette, card tables, arcade machines, slot machines - an endless variety of games. Everything was elegant and well-organized."Welcome to my humble abode," Patrick said with an exaggerated bow."Don't show off, Patrick. There's nothing humble about your house. This is excessive for someone who lives alone," Samantha cut in."I just like entertaining friends, Sam," Patrick explained. "Anyway, drinks are at the bar, make yourselves at home. I've ordered some snacks for us. Let's sit down and enjoy the evening.""Shall we continue with blackjack?" Angel asked, and everyone agreed.Patrick got the chips and decks ready and set up the table. Everyone grabbed their drinks and we sat down to play. The game was flowing smoothly and fun until we received a message from Virginia."It's about to begin.""Hey guys, these bets are getting boring. What do you say we spice
"Let the games begin!" Virginia declared.The first round started. Cards were being dealt, and soon Fred busted and was out. Levy also went over, which made Alexander very pleased. At the end of the first round, Angel won with twenty points, and Fred groaned uncomfortably in his chair."Well, Fred, I'm sorry, but I won't waste my opportunity," Angel said, turning to Mel who smiled deviously. "Someone keep time."Angel ran his fingers across Mel's cheek, then moved his hand to the nape of her neck, pulling her in for a tender kiss on her lips."Time's up. Twenty seconds," Patrick Guzman called out hastily.Angel pulled away from Melissa with a charming smile, while she had the most dazed expression on her face. Fred's expression was beyond mere discomfort. Melissa smiled at Angel and then turned to Fred."See, prince, that didn't hurt," Melissa winked at her boyfriend.Everyone couldn't help but laugh. But Alexander whispered in my ear:"There's no way another guy is going to kiss you."
As we entered his apartment, Alexander stopped behind me, held my waist with one hand, and with the other, pulled my hair to one side while kissing me exactly where Levy had kissed me earlier."No one, absolutely no one but me will ever put their hands or mouth on you again, Catherine. You're mine, only mine. You might be upset, hurt, or angry, but you're mine. And I'm going to kiss every inch of skin on your delicious little body today so you'll remember that and erase any damn sensation that idiot Levy might have caused.""And you, Alexander? Are you only mine too?" I asked angrily. "Or will you keep sleeping with any whore who shows up when I'm not around?""I'm all yours, my love. I don't remember anything from Mari's party night. But we're not going to talk about that now because right now I'm going to kiss you and make love to you and make up for all the time we've missed. And I'm going to engrave in every cell of your body that you're mine and that I love you."And that's exactl
Henry’s POV"Good morning, family!" I entered the kitchen in high spirits on Monday morning and was greeted with a collective, laughter-filled good morning in response."Kids, brush your teeth quickly and get going, so you're not late for school," Samantha hurried Clara and Enzo along."I'll wait outside, children," Alfonso put his cup in the sink and left with a smile, accompanied by Maria."Good morning, Nightingale!" I hugged Samantha and gave her a lingering kiss."Good morning, my handsome!" She responded with her arms wrapped around my neck and then whispered in my ear:"We have the house to ourselves this morning.""I'll get these kids out of here quickly," I got excited, but she pulled me to the table, saying she was waiting for me to have breakfast.The kids rushed out, shouting unintelligible goodbyes. I found all this too good, but I was eager to spend some time alone with my goddess.Samantha and I were sitting in the living room, making plans for the week with the kids whe
Samantha’s POVI had three dogs running around the house, a little girl chasing them, a chatty teenager, a handsy boyfriend, and a Sunday lunch to prepare. Managing all of that was quite complicated.We invited our friends over for a Sunday barbecue and pool day, and I told Enzo to invite Luna and her sister. I also took the chance to invite Vince, who was off work. It would be a fun day.Patrick and Virginia arrived soon after, followed by Catherine and Alexander with Peter and the fantastic quartet. The chaos started growing as Peter became enchanted with the dogs and was already rolling in the grass with them and Clara."Sam, three dogs?" Catherine looked at me, impressed."Friend, some have babies, others have dogs." We laughed together. "But only Cinnamon is mine, the others belong to Enzo and Clara.""Does Hebe know about this?" Melissa asked, coming up behind us."She knows about having one small dog, but Clara and Enzo get everything they want from Henry." I explained."I can't
Henry’s POVWe arrived at the shelter, and there were many animals. Clara was emotional and even a bit sad, which moved me. She walked between the kennels, playing with the puppies that came close to the bars.In the last kennel, she saw a large dog lying at the back. He had round, sad eyes, droopy ears, short black fur with a white patch running between his eyes down to his snout, and one white paw. He was alone in that kennel.Clara crouched down and asked the caretaker to open the little gate. When it was opened, Clara crawled to the back and petted the dog, who looked at her with his head tilted. She whispered something in his ear, and he sniffed her and stood up. She came out, and he followed her."That's the one, uncle!" She hugged the dog around his neck - he was almost her size, reaching above her waist, and he licked her little face, making her laugh. "What's his name, sir?""This is Truffle. He's an adult dog, but still young, about a year and a half old. He came to the shelt
Henry’s POVWe were sitting in the living room planning an outing when my sister made a video call to her kids."Hi, Mom! Where are you now?" Clara answered with bright, innocent eyes, but I no longer believed in such innocence."Hi, sweetie! We're in Madrid, waiting for our connection. Are you both behaving?" Hebe had a relaxed, carefree expression."I always behave, Mom. As for Enzo, well, you know, he's a teenage boy, can't expect much from him." Clara spoke with disdain, making me smile."Stop being ridiculous, Clara. I'm a well-mannered young man, Mom. Always behave like a gentleman." Enzo protested."Great, keep it up so Mom can travel more often." My eyes widened - she had barely left and was already planning to go again. "Let me talk to your uncle and Sam."Sam and I took the tablet and chatted a bit with Hebe and Ed, but I felt persistent nudging at my ribs - Clara was getting restless, so I decided to end this little quarrel."Sis, I want to ask you something." I thought it b
Samantha’s POVI truly loved Clara and Enzo. When Hebe mentioned to me that she wanted to travel with Edward, I immediately told her to surprise her husband and booked the trip, as Henry and I would take care of the kids. She was more than happy to accept my offer.That's why I pushed the store to deliver the furniture earlier than planned and paid extra for it, but it was worth every penny. I also asked Alexander for a few days off, which he didn't hesitate to give me. We would have lots of fun, I needed this peace and joy, and I wanted to see Henry with his niece and nephew, after all, we were starting a life together.Things only got better when he realized the kids would be staying with us. He didn't know whether to laugh or cry. I decided to break the news gradually so I could enjoy more of his facial expressions, and I was taking photos of every moment, even without him noticing.I almost had to sit down from laughing so hard at him climbing the stairs in panic because the kids w
Henry’s POVFinally, our family began saying goodbyes to leave. Hebe and Ed were the last ones to say goodbye and leave, but Enzo and Clara remained seated on the couch."Come on, kids, your parents are leaving," I said with a smile, thinking they were sleepy."We've already said goodbye, Uncle!" Clara replied, looking at me with that grown-up air she had about her.I looked outside, and Hebe turned around to wave one last time before going through the gate. I looked at Sam, who was waving back. I looked again at my niece and nephew, comfortably settled on my new couch. Then I looked back at Sam, who closed the door with a big smile and blew me a kiss as she walked past me."Now, my darlings, I want a foot massage!" Samantha said as she sat between them.Enzo quickly sat down on the carpet, gently took her feet, removed her shoes, and started massaging one of them. Clara snuggled against her arm, and they began making plans for the weekend."Come on, Uncle, come here. I'll massage one
Henry’s POVThe conversation was flowing cheerfully, and I could see the smiles spread across my mother's and Hebe's faces. They would occasionally glance at me and give a small nod of approval at how things were going. I knew they were happy that I had found Samantha.It couldn't have been better - my mother and Pearl were getting along wonderfully. They chatted like childhood friends and were already discussing how wonderful it would be when Samantha and I had children.Suddenly, the doorbell rang again, and I looked at Samantha with confusion. The whole family was already here - had she invited someone else?"I'll get it, handsome," Sam passed by me, and I gave her a kiss on the cheek."Ah, the whole family gathered. How lovely!" I looked back to see Reynold walking in as if he owned the place."Henry, I couldn't stop him from coming in, and the security guard wasn't at the entrance," Samantha came in behind him, furious."Don't worry, Sam, I'll throw this creature out myself!" I re
Henry’s POVFriday would finally be the dinner where we'd introduce our mothers. Samantha had organized everything, not even letting me handle the invitations. She was happy and excited about it. She went home early, and when I arrived, she was already looking beautiful, all dressed up and directing the table arrangements."My handsome, you're here!" She happily came to greet me with a kiss."Hmm, I think I should start coming home after you just to get welcomed like this." I hugged her and gave her another kiss that left her breathless."Maybe you should." She said, trying to catch her breath after breaking our kiss. "But now go get ready, our families will be here soon."Very reluctantly, I let go of Samantha and went to take a shower. When I returned to the living room, Samantha was contentedly observing the set table, and I could smell something delicious coming from the kitchen."Wow, everything looks so beautiful!" I said, admiring the perfect job she had done setting the table.
Samantha’s POVI had been restless and anxious since Maria, Henry's housekeeper, called me after lunch today. She called to let me know that the store had delivered the furniture. Maria was a lovely woman who knew how to run a household like no other, and she was so sweet and kind that she was like a mother. We got along very well, and we had agreed that she would call me whenever she needed anything and would let me know as soon as the furniture arrived.I was very excited. I left the company feeling very happy, but when I got into Henry's car, I noticed he was very tense. He gave me a kiss and held me in his arms for a moment."My handsome, what's wrong?" I asked, sensing something was off. He looked tired and stressed."It's been a shitty day, Sam. I just want to spend the night holding you." Henry sighed and let go of me, starting the car."What happened, Henry?" I grew even more worried."Reynold." Henry said simply."What is it now?" I persisted.During the drive home, I listened