JULIA I woke up feeling like I had been hit by a truck. I could move my upper body, but with every movement of my legs, I flinched in pain. I clicked my tongue and focused my gaze on the man right next to me. He looked peaceful… very peaceful, in fact, that there was a small smile on his face as he slept. I sighed and pinched his nose, causing him to frown and open his eyes. “Are you trying to kill me?” he joked. I shook my head with a small glare. “No, but are you? Just… how many times did we do it?” His smile widened, and he scooted closer, placing one arm nderneath my torso. “Well, it was consensual, wasn’t it? You kept asking me for another round.” I pursed my lips and gently nudged his toned chest. “You didn’t have to do it,” I muttered. “How could I not when my baby was asking so desperately?” he teased. “Goodness,” I muttered, my cheeks burning red. “We sound like teenagers.”He chuckled, throwing his head slightly back. “You’re acting like we’re ancient. We’re in our
JULIA It was time to go back to reality, and of course, that included school. I had missed one day, and I wanted to miss more. However, that couldn’t be! I needed this degree. My collaboration with Mr. Miyagi was still on hold because of Evan’s issue with the Astors; however, he told me to trust him. As I walked through the campus, however, I felt it again—their judging stares. I haven’t been scrolling through my social media for the past day because Evan had distracted me However, I had a hunch that something was wrong. Fortunately, I spotted Gianna and Harper by the parking lot, and they quickly pulled me into Gianna’s car.“What’s happening now?” I asked, already dreading their response. They turned to each other with pursed lips before Harper brought out her phone and showed a video of Heather crying. She played the video, and I watched it with furrowed eyebrows. “This is really upsetting,” she said, sniffing. “I’ve been placed in the shadows. I don’t know anything. He bro
JULIA I arrived at Andy’s school. I was still lost in thought after seeing Heath pick Heather up. I still wasn’t sure since I couldn’t see his face. However, I had a hunch I was right. II absent-mindedly entered Andy’s classroom, bumping into a post in the process. “Julia!” Ellie exclaimed. Andy also turned to me worriedly amidst playing with some of his classmates who were yet to be picked up. "Mommy, are you okay?" he asked. I nodded and placed a kiss on his cheek. “I’ll speak with Miss Ellie for a while,okay? ” I said. “Play with your friends first.” Andy appeared perplexed but nodded nonetheless. Okay, Mommy." Ellie’s brows furrowed when she sensed the seriousness in my voice. She pulled me toward her seat, away from the children. “Did something happen?” I stayed silent for a moment. Then, she clicked her tongue. “Did Evan do something again? I swear. He told me he was going to make it up to you, but if he did something to disappoint you, then I wouldn’t forgive him this
JULIA “Mall?” I asked. “Bub, I don’t think that’s a good idea right now.”There would be too many people in the mall, and with the issue regarding Evan, I believed it was best we stayed away from the public's eyes when we were all together.“It’s too crowded. Do you want to go to a restaurant instead? There would be lesser people.“But I want to go to the mall, Mommy,” Andy softly said, causing my heart to soften. Again, it was rare for him to ask for such things, so seeing him like this made me want to heed his request. “We’re going to the mall,” Evan said with a wide smile. “Evan,” I said, but he looked me in the eyes and uttered, “I’ll protect you. I promise.” I pursed my lips and nodded. “But we’re going home during the rush hour. We don’t want to alert the reporters.” Evan nodded and even saluted. “Yes, ma’am.” I shook my head in amusement. The three of us finally arrived at the mall. Evan made me wear his hoodie, which smelled so much like him.“Wear this for now, hmm?”
JULIA Evan acted fast. He encased Andy with one of his arms while the other held me close. We then started walking faster so we could evade the reporters. “Don’t look back,” he whispered. “I’m scared,” Andy said, making my heart soften. “We’re near the car, okay, bub?” I said, trying to comfort him. Meanwhile, Evan wrapped his arms around him tighter, making sure he was fully covered. Fortunately, Andy didn’t cry despite the situation.“Evan,” I said, suddenly stopping. He turned to me and softly said, “We can’t stop, Julia. Let’s make it quick.” “They’re waiting for us by the car,” I muttered. He finally turned his gaze to our car and, indeed, found numerous reporters waiting for us there. “Crap,” he muttered. “There they are!” one exclaimed, and everyone snapped their gazes toward us. Flashes were seen, and I felt my breaths getting heavier. However, I controlled myself, knowing I couldn’t panic. “I’ll get you two in the car safely, don’t worry,” Evan said. Amidst our att
JULIA The three of us had fallen asleep together, tangled in each other’s warmth. It had been a long night, and although it wasn’t perfect, I felt we had become a real family. Fortunately, when we woke up, Evan was alright. The wound on his temple had stopped bleeding, though the dried streak of red against his skin served as a reminder of last night’s chaos.I had to leave early for class, sneaking out quietly so as not to wake them. But the moment I stepped onto campus, I felt it again.Their suffocating judgment. The articles had flooded the internet yesterday. Though my face wasn’t fully visible, those in my university were convinced it was me. Heather stood at the far side of the campus courtyard. I tried not to look at her. Instead, I focused on Harper and Gianna, who greeted me with bright smiles. “Hey, you okay?” Harper asked, squeezing my arm.Gianna leaned in, whispering, “People are talking, but ignore them. They don’t know anything.”I nodded with a smile. “That’s
JULIA Shock rooted me to the spot. The fact that I had heard such vile words in real time was surreal. Mr. Matthews had a fucking thing for me, and I wanted to vomit on the spot. However, I forced myself to continue listening. "Let's stop talking about the past," Heather said in an amused tone. “It’s been three years since we last fucked. It doesn’t matter anymore. You’ll get Julia again, and I’ll get Evander.”Mr. Matthews narrowed his eyes. "And how will that happen?” He was still close to her, and I could feel the sexual tension between them. “Does it really matter how it will happen? I know how fond you’ve been of Julia since she entered college. You should just be happy I’m even including you in this plan.” Mr. Matthews smirked before leaning against the board. His fingers tapped against the surface. “What can I say? She’s very special. Always has been. Bright, talented, beautiful, and unlike the others. Not as easily swayed by flattery. But I know she could be under the ri
JULIA The restaurant’s private room was dimly lit, a single chandelier casting golden light over the mahogany table. The room was filled with tension, with none of us speaking despite being here for quite some time already. There was food on the table, but both of us knew this wasn’t what we came here for. Heath sat across from me, fingers laced together on the table. He had a serious expression, one that I wasn’t used to due to his playful nature. Finally, he exhaled, rubbing the back of his neck. “You already know about my relationship with Heather, I guess.”I pursed my lips, turning my head slightly to the side. At that moment, Heath already knew the answer.“I saw you with Heather the other day,” I said.Heath straightened his posture. “Let me explain—”“No,” I cut him off. “You said you knew me before. Was it because you helped Heather get with Evan? You helped her fake a scholarship so she could manipulate him.”His face paled. “H-How do you know?”I let out a humorless lau
JULIA The day of my first art exhibition had finally come. After the successful launch of our clothing line with Mr. Miyagi, my name had begun circulating in the art world. A year had passed since then, and while I had worked on many projects, this was the first time I was putting my heart and soul on full display.I was a nervous wreck. It was the opening day, and although a lot of people had promised to show up, I felt like it would be an empty exhibition. I stood outside our house and waited for Sarah to pick me up. Evan said he had something to do at his office but would meet me at the exhibition before it opened to the public. After a few moments, Sarah arrived in her brand-new car. She whistled dramatically as she stepped out, running a hand over the hood. "Can you believe it?" she asked, shaking her head in amusement. "Just a year ago, my poor car was on its last breath. Now, look at this beauty. Rui really outdid himself."I chuckled, recalling how stubborn she had been a
MATURE CONTENT AHEADIf you are a minor or if you are not comfortable with this type of content, please skip.RUII had made up my mind.Sarah had been patient, and I could tell. She wanted to take the next step in our relationship. She wasn’t pushy about it, but I could feel it in the way she’d look at me sometimes. I wasn’t dumb. I knew shewanted to have sex. However, the problem was that I had absolutely no experience. So, naturally, I did what any sensible, inexperienced man in his late twenties would do. I overcompensated.I booked an expensive hotel. Well, I didn’t have to pay for anything because Evander gave it to me for free. It was even the penthouse suite. Such an expensive room was given to us for two whole days. I planned every detail. Dinner, room service, the perfect playlist, and condoms that were my size. I didn’t know what size I was, but Evander had given me large ones, saying I was blessed but not as blessed as he was. Sarah was ecstatic when she arrived.“Oh m
HEATHAmsterdam was different from the other places I had been to in the past year. It had a calmer feel that made me feel more grounded. It wasn’t another pit stop to my journey. Instead, it was going to be my new home. I had spent the last twelve months hopping from country to country, working as a marketing researcher while soaking in the culture and the sights of every place I landed in. I had walked through the bustling streets of Tokyo, tasted the spices of Marrakech, and felt the cool sea breeze in Santorini. But there was something about Amsterdam that pulled me in and made me want to stay. Maybe it was the relaxed pace of life or the charming canals. Or maybe it was just because this place offered me the most relaxed job. It was definitely that. In the end, I decided to stay here, knowing I couldn't travel so frequently all my life. Of course, I still thought about Julia from time to time, but not in the way I used to. There was no longing or regret—just the hope that she
RUI“Why did you have to call me?” I asked, gripping the steering wheel as I pulled into the parking lot of the car dealership.Sarah had a habit of calling me for the most trivial things now. Help with decorating her apartment. Help to pick a new phone case. Once, she even called me because she couldn't decide whether to get bananas in her fruit smoothie. It was never anything urgent or anything she truly needed me for. Yet, every single time, I went.I always went.She smirked at me from the passenger seat. “My car is dying, Rui. It makes a noise like a dying cat whenever I start the engine. I need a new one. Besides, I want to arrive at the launch of Ampersand’s new clothing line with Mr. Miyagi in style.” I sighed, running a hand through my hair. “You could’ve called someone else.”“But I wanted to call you.”Sarah said things like that so easily. She flirted like it was breathing. She was the complete opposite of me, someone who had no experience with women, and yet, she became
MATURE CONTENT AHEADIf you are a minor or if you are not comfortable with this type of content, please skip.EVANDER Julia led me to the bedroom, her hands still on my cock. I could feel her fingers tracing it lightly, and I groaned softly. "You're insatiable," she murmured, her eyes locked on my cock. “Didn’t you just come?” She took me in her hand, her fingers wrapping around my shaft as she stroked me slowly. I groaned, my hips bucking into her touch."I want to taste you," she said. She dropped to her knees, her tongue licking the tip of my cock. I cursed, my hands fisting in her hair as she took me deeper into her mouth. She sucked and licked, her head bobbing up and down as she took me all the way to the back of her throat."Fuck, Julia," I groaned, my hips thrusting into her mouth. She hummed in response which sent vibrations through my body.After a few minutes, she pulled back, her lips glistening with my precum. “I want to try something different. Is that okay?” she shyly
MATURE CONTENT AHEADIf you are a minor or if you are not comfortable with this type of content, please skip.JULIA The drive was quiet but comfortable. The sun was beginning to set, casting orange and pink lights along the horizon, making everything look dreamier. I leaned my head against the window, watching the scenery blur past.Evan’s hand rested on my thigh, caressing my skin every now and then. “Where are we going?” I asked, tilting my head toward him.“You’ll see,” he said, smirking slightly. “Patience, baby.”I huffed, crossing my arms. However, the smile on my lips stayed. After about half an hour, we turned onto a smaller road lined with palm trees, leading to a secluded area near the ocean. The moment I saw it, my eyes widened. The beach stretched endlessly before us. There wasn’t a single soul in sight.A villa stood just a little beyond the sand, its large windows reflecting the colors of the sky.“Evan…” I turned to him, my brows raised. “Just how rich are you?”He
JULIAThe moment I stepped outside into the garden, I felt a lump form in my throat. The soft rustling of leaves and the distant conversations faded into the background as I stood there, facing the two people who had given me life but had also, at one point, chosen to turn their backs on me when I needed them most.It had been so long since I last saw them. In fact, I felt like I still couldn’t meet their gazes eye to eye. Since that day—the day they tried to convince me to give Andy up to Garyn Astor—I had kept my distance. The pain of that moment still felt fresh, but now, standing here, I knew this conversation was inevitable.Evan must have sensed my unease because he leaned in. “We’ll be waiting in the car.”I turned to see him and the others all nodding in silent support before they left. I was grateful for them. Even in moments like this, when I was about to face my past head-on, I was never alone.Now, it was just the three of us.My mother clutched a small bouquet of flowe
JULIA The nerves settled in the pit of my stomach as I adjusted my graduation gown in front of the mirror. My hands trembled slightly as I fixed the collar, smoothing out any creases. After years of struggling... balancing motherhood, heartbreak, and redemption, I was finally here.A soft knock at the bedroom door made me turn. Before I could say anything, the door swung open, and standing there was Evan and Andy. Andy was wearing a tiny version of my graduation gown, the fabric draping over his small frame in the most adorable way. He even had a little cap on, tilted slightly to the side.My hands flew to my mouth. "Oh my goodness."Evan, standing tall beside our son, crossed his arms over his chest, satisfied. "You like it?""I love it," I said, blinking fast, trying to hold back the tears that were threatening to fall."Don't," Evan warned, stepping closer and tilting my chin up with a finger. "You’ll smudge your makeup. You worked so hard on it."A laugh bubbled out of me as I
JULIA Moving day had arrived, and with it came the warmth of a new beginning. I stood in the driveway of Evan’s house—no, our house—watching as the last of the boxes were loaded inside. Sarah stood next to me, wearing a new, expensive blazer that showed her new position. Today was her first day officially taking over Heath’s former role in their company, and she looked every bit the confident professional she had worked so hard to become.“Are you sure about this?” I asked her, hesitating for a moment. “Is it really okay for me to live here?”Sarah chuckled, shaking her head as she handed me some of my belongings that she had packed. “You’re asking me that now? After everything?” Then, she winked. “Of course, it’s okay. More than okay. I can finally have sex in peace.” I rolled my eyes and pushed her away. Even now, she still has such a vulgar mouth. I exhaled, glancing toward the house as Andy came bounding outside, his little feet pattering against the pavement. Evan followed b