Kinsey woke up with a heavy heart, her mind still replaying the image of Brandon in the car with another woman. But she quickly pushed those thoughts aside, knowing she had an important job interview."I can't let this distract me," she whispered in her voice a mix of determination and uncertainty."This is just a contract marriage, and Brandon doesn't have to explain everything to me," Kinsey comforted herself.Heading out the door, Kinsey tried to shake off the lingering feeling of betrayal. She had bigger things to worry about now – like securing a new job for herself and Connor. She went to the interview with her mind set on her future.As Kinsey approached the Quantum Group's towering 70-story building, she couldn't help but feel a sense of awe and excitement. The building stood tall and imposing, its sleek glass facade reflecting the sunlight in dazzling patterns. It symbolized power and success.This was her first time visiting the Quantum Group's headquarters, and the magnitud
Kinsey was furious, but she decided not to confront Brandon. As Kinsey turned away from Brandon and the woman, her heart was a turbulent storm of conflicting emotions. Anger, hurt, and confusion churned within her, but she pushed them aside, reminding herself that her marriage to Brandon was nothing more than a contract marriage.Before she could gather her thoughts, Olive's sudden appearance caught her off guard."You whore!" She lifted a hand and slapped Kinsey as hard as she could.The force of Olive's slap sent a sharp sting across Kinsey's cheek, leaving her stunned and speechless. Her hand instinctively rose to touch the spot where Olive's palm had struck her, her eyes wide with shock and disbelief."Why did you slap me?" Kinsey finally managed to stammer, her voice trembling with a mixture of pain and indignation.Olive's eyes blazed with fury as she unleashed a barrage of accusations against Kinsey. "You shameless woman! How dare you seduce Gordon, your future brother-in-law?
Kinsey's eyes widened in surprise. She hadn't expected Brandon to offer to pay for Blair's medical expenses, especially considering the circumstances."Are you sure about this, Brandon?" Kinsey asked, her voice filled with uncertainty.Brandon nodded, his gaze steady. "Let's just get this sorted out.""You think you can afford that?" Olive scoffed, her tone dripping with skepticism. "Blair needs the best treatment, and I doubt you can afford it."Brandon's lips curled into a sneer. "If I can afford to pay for Blair's treatment, then you should return Connor's custody to Kinsey."Olive's eyes widened in surprise, clearly not expecting such a bold response from Brandon. She hesitated, unsure of how to respond."Do you really think you can afford it?" Olive asked, her voice tinged with doubt."Do we have a deal?"Olive scoffed arrogantly. "Sure."You'll surely eat your words later for bragging about your capabilities. Olive was confident that Brandon was not stable enough to afford expen
Taken aback by Brandon's sudden outburst, Kinsey shook her head quickly. "No, Brandon, it's not like that," she protested, her voice tinged with concern. "I just want to pull my weight and contribute financially. I don't want to feel like I owe you anything."Brandon's anger seemed to simmer at her explanation, but he still looked troubled. "I don't want your money, Kinsey," he admitted. "I hope you'll have a good time at your newly found job," he added angrily.Kinsey sighed, feeling frustrated and disappointed as Brandon kept taunting her. "I only wanted to pay your favor. By the way, I didn't get the job," she admitted reluctantly.Brandon looked genuinely surprised by her confession. "How is that possible?" He murmured.Curiosity nagged at her, and she couldn't help but ask, "How did you know about my interview?"Brandon hesitated momentarily before speaking a lie, "I accidentally saw you emailed your resume to one of Quantum Shop's available positions.""Oh, I see," she murmured,
Brandon gasped with delight, pretending he was surprised. "Really? That's amazing news! I knew you could do it! Congratulations!" He said, beaming joyfully, genuinely happy for his wife. After all, Kinsey deserves to get the job.While cooking their dinner, Brandon ordered his assistant to ensure the hiring team would contact Kinsey, informing her she got the job.Kinsey's heart swelled with gratitude. "I can't believe it," she gushed, her voice tinged with disbelief. "It's like a dream come true."She couldn't believe her luck, and the smile on Brandon's face only amplified her happiness. Seeing him so genuinely happy for her filled her with warmth and gratitude. "Thank you, Brandon," she said, her voice filled with emotion.Brandon's smile widened, and he pulled Kinsey into a tight hug. "I'm proud of you, Kinsey," he said softly, his voice filled with genuine pride. "You deserve this opportunity, and I have no doubt you'll excel in your new role."As they stood there, wrapped in eac
"Hi, my name is Kinsey," she introduced herself. Feeling embarrassed as recognition was visible in Karl's eyes."Small world, huh?" Karl remarked with a friendly smile. "Well, it's good to officially meet you, Kinsey. I'm your manager here in the marketing department."Karl was obviously smitten by Kinsey's presence as it seemed like the angels had answered his prayer immediately to see the woman again.Kinsey returned his smile, relieved he didn't seem to hold their collision against her. "Nice to meet you too, Karl. I'm excited to be here and learn from you.""That's a good start, Kinsey. Let me introduce you to some of our co-workers here," Karl insisted."Yes, please," Kinsey agreed, following Karl to each employee's cubicle.Two of the most noticeable workers were Taylor and Sabrina. They seemed too accommodating, unlike the others sneering at her when Karl wasn't looking."It's nice to meet you, Kinsey. I'm Sabrina. I can't wait to start working with you," Sabrina said, sincerit
After an important business meeting, Brandon decided to pick Kinsey from work. With him was his assistant, Max. They arrived at the marketing department, but they couldn't find Kinsey."Excuse me, Miss, have you seen Kinsey? Did she already leave?" Brandon asked.Taylor adored the handsome man before her. She blushed, wondering who could be the Godly man talking to her."No, Kinsey went to the manager's office," she stuttered."The manager's Office?" Brandon repeated. His jaw tightened, not liking the sound of Kinsey visiting the manager's office."Yes, Karl's office," Taylor confirmed. Before she could finish her words, Brandon already stormed to the manager's office.His assistant, Max, following him, was concerned about what more they could discover when his boss was already in a bad mood.Brandon stood outside Karl's office as the door was opened. His gaze fixed on Kinsey as she interacted with Karl. She handed Karl a food box. He couldn't help but feel a twinge of suspicion creep
As Kinsey stepped into the office, her mind still weighed heavily with the previous night's events. Taylor, her colleague, noticed the sadness etched on her face and approached her with concern."Hey, Kinsey, are you alright? You look down today," Taylor asked, her voice filled with genuine concern.Kinsey forced a small smile, hoping to mask the turmoil within. "Oh, it's nothing, just a rough night," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper.But Taylor wasn't convinced. "Are you sure? You look like you've been crying," she persisted, her brow furrowing with worry. "Your eyes are swollen," she whispered, careful not to attract their colleagues' attention.Kinsey's smile faltered, and she glanced away, unable to meet Taylor's gaze. "It's just some personal stuff," she muttered, her voice barely audible.Taylor reached out and gently touched Kinsey's arm, offering her support. "Well, if you ever need someone to talk to, I'm here for you," she said, her voice soft and comforting.Ki
Brandon and Kinsey slowly cut into the cake, and as the slice was pulled away, a collective gasp filled the room. The inside of the cake was a brilliant blue."It's a boy!" shouted Taylor, throwing her hands up in celebration.Those who had bet on a boy cheered, while those who had hoped for a girl joined in the joyous laughter. Cooper lifted Connor into the air, both of them laughing with excitement. "I have a playmate," Connor shouted.Brandon laughed and then turned to Kinsey, his eyes misty with emotion. "We’re having a son."Kinsey's smile was radiant. "Yes, we are. I can’t wait to meet him."Amelia clapped her hands, beaming with joy. "Congratulations! A little boy is going to bring so much happiness into your lives."Chelsea hugged Kinsey tightly. "I'm so happy for you both. This baby is going to be so loved."Grandpa Benjamin's eyes twinkled as he motioned for everyone to gather around. "I have a special gift for Brandon and Kinsey," he began, his voice warm with affection. "I
"If you ever look at her like that again, I will make your lives here like hell. Don't test me," Brandon said as he stepped forward, his voice low and menacing.Thomas and Johnny exchanged a wary glance, the threat in Brandon's tone cutting through their bravado. They knew all too well the reach of Brandon’s power, even within prison walls."Alright, alright," Johnny said, raising his hands in mock surrender. "No need to get all worked up. What do you want, Brandon?"Brandon took a deep breath, trying to control the anger boiling inside him. "I want to know why. Why did you kill my parents?"Thomas's face twisted with bitterness. "Elliot was always the golden child, wasn’t he? Dad’s favorite, the one trusted with everything. And what were we? The leftovers. We had to scrape by while he got it all handed to him."Johnny nodded, his expression mirroring Thomas’s resentment. "We hated him. We hated how he looked down on us, how he had everything we wanted. But we never meant to kill your
In the morning, Brandon gently caressed Kinsey’s scars, his fingers tracing the faint lines left by Blair’s brutal whipping. His jaw tightened as he thought about the pain his wife must have endured. His heart ached, a mix of anger and sorrow. He would make sure Blair paid for what she had done."Good morning, beautiful," Brandon whispered as he noticed Kinsey slowly flickering her eyelids open.Kinsey smiled, her cheeks flushing pink at the memory of the passionate night they had shared. They had both been insatiable, rediscovering each other most intimately. "Good morning," she replied softly, her voice filled with contentment.Brandon’s eyes softened as he looked at her. "How are you feeling?" he asked, his tone gentle."Better," Kinsey said, her smile widening. "Especially after last night."Brandon chuckled, leaning down to kiss her forehead. "I’m glad to hear that. What do you want for breakfast? I can have anything you like brought up."Kinsey’s face turned serious as she propp
For a moment, time seemed to stand still. Brandon's eyes widened in surprise, then filled with a joy so intense it took his breath away. "A baby?" he repeated, his voice choking with emotion.Kinsey nodded, tears of happiness welling up in her eyes. "Yes, Brandon. We're going to have a baby."A broad smile spread across Brandon's face, and he let out a joyful laugh, lifting Kinsey off her feet and spinning her around gently. "We're having a baby!" he exclaimed, his voice ringing with excitement. He set her down carefully, cupping her face in his hands and kissing her deeply.Kinsey melted into the kiss, feeling the warmth of his love and the reassurance of his touch. She wrapped her arms around his neck, pulling him closer. "I was so nervous to tell you. I thought you wouldn't like to have a baby yet," she admitted, her voice soft against his lips.Brandon pulled back just enough to look into her eyes. "Nervous? Kinsey, this is the best news I've ever heard. You've made me the happies
The soft murmur of conversations and the clinking of champagne glasses filled the elegant ballroom where Taylor and Daniel’s wedding was in full swing. Brandon couldn’t take his eyes off his wife, Kinsey. She looked stunning in the custom gown he had arranged, a delicate creation that seemed to shimmer under the soft lights. Brandon himself was dressed in a tailored suit that complemented her dress perfectly, a symbol of their unity and love.As they stood together, Kinsey glanced up at him, feeling his gaze. "You look absolutely beautiful," Brandon murmured, his voice filled with admiration and love. "I can't believe how lucky I am to have you by my side."Kinsey blushed, a warm flush spreading across her cheeks. "Thank you, Brandon. You look incredibly handsome too. This suit... it’s perfect."Brandon smiled, his eyes twinkling with affection. "I wanted us to look our best tonight. It’s a special day for Taylor and Daniel, and I wanted to make sure we could celebrate it fully, as a
As Brandon and Kinsey stepped through the door of the Simons' Mansion, the last person they expected to see was Cooper. The man stood in the foyer, his posture tense but his eyes determined."Cooper?" Kinsey's voice trembled with shock. "What are you doing here?"Brandon’s initial reaction was fury. "What the hell are you doing in my house without any prior notice?" His voice was hard, filled with protective anger.Cooper raised his hands in a gesture of peace. "Please, Brandon, Kinsey. I know this is unexpected, but I need to talk to both of you. It's important."Brandon crossed his arms, his jaw tight. "You've got five minutes. Make it quick."Cooper took a deep breath, his eyes meeting Kinsey’s. "I'm here to tell you the truth about Connor. He’s my son, Kinsey. Alexa and I... we were together."The words hung in the air like a bombshell. Kinsey’s knees buckled, and she stumbled back, leaning against the wall for support but Brandon was quick to help her. "What? Connor... your son?"
Olive paced back and forth in the living room, her eyes blazing with fury as she glared at her husband, Jonathan, who sat calmly on the couch. The tension in the room was palpable, a storm of emotions ready to burst.“How could you, Jonathan?” Olive’s voice was sharp, almost a hiss. “How could you not let me talk to Brandon when you met him? Do you even care about Blair? She’s our daughter, and she’s been rotting in jail with no bail for days now!”Jonathan sighed heavily, running a hand through his thinning hair. He looked exhausted, a man burdened with too many troubles. “Olive, it’s not that simple. Blair has committed serious crimes. Kidnapping, detaining, whipping, and attempting to murder Kinsey… She’s lucky she’s even alive.”Olive’s eyes filled with tears of frustration and anger. “I know she’s done wrong, but she’s our child! I can’t just sit here and do nothing. We need to beg Brandon to drop the charges. It’s the only way to get her out.”Jonathan shook his head, his expres
Kinsey lay awake, Brandon's words echoing in her mind. "Jealous" Was she jealous? She couldn't deny the pangs of hurt and anger that had surfaced when she saw Chelsea with Brandon, and the thought pissed her off.Another thing that's bothering her is Taylor's wedding. She had promised Taylor and Daniel that she would bring Brandon to their wedding, but her pride kept her from asking him. Her mind churned with conflicting emotions, preventing her from finding peace.Morning came too soon, and with it, a heavy sense of unresolved tension. Kinsey dragged herself out of bed, her eyes heavy from lack of sleep. Determined to resolve things, she decided to talk to Brandon about the wedding. She steeled herself and walked to their room, only to find it empty.Her heart sank a little. "Where could he be this early in the morning?" she muttered.As she headed to the dining room for breakfast with Connor, she felt a mixture of disappointment and anxiety. Sitting across from Connor, who was cheer
Kinsey stood among her colleagues, her emotions a turbulent mix of anger, hurt, and embarrassment. As Brandon introduced himself with his usual charm and confidence, her mind replayed the memory of Chelsea in the elevator, each repetition stoking her resentment.Brandon tried to catch her eye, his smile warm and inviting, but she turned away, her face a mask of indifference. Internally, she was seething.The memory of Chelsea's face haunted her. "I’m visiting a friend on the top floor," Chelsea had said, the implication clear. Kinsey had been so naive, so stupid to trust Brandon, to confess her feelings to him. She felt a deep sense of betrayal and embarrassment.Kinsey felt insecure in every way possible. Chelsea is more fitting for Brandon. They match in status, in every way that counts. Unlike her, poor and stupid, abandoned by her own family.As Brandon spoke to the employees, detailing his vision for the company and his plans for the future, Ki