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His Stripper Chapter 24
JUNEJune’s eyes darted to Ollie again as she took another bite, barely tasting anything. Anna's food was perfectly seasoned, but all she could taste was the weight of silence between her and Ollie. She chewed absentmindedly, too much chaos going on in her mind.Ollie sat across from her, his expression so tight it looked painful. His jaw was locked in a grim line, and his muscles strained beneath the tailored cut of his gray three-piece suit. The veins on his hand pulsed as he gripped his phone like a lifeline.Why had she blurted that out? If she’d just kept her mouth shut, things wouldn’t be like this. Now, the air between them was thick, charged, and painfully awkward. She hated how her mouth had moved without her brain’s consent.A sigh slipped from her lips as she chewed."Is the food not okay?" Ollie’s voice cut through her thought, his gaze still fixed on his phone.“No,” she blurted, then quickly stumbled to correct herself. “Yes—I mean, it’s fine.” Damn it. “The food’s great.
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OLLIEHearing June’s sob felt like a punch to his guts. It stirred something dark and primal inside of him. He wanted to burn down everything that had caused her tears.The tires shrieked against the asphalt as he slammed on the brakes, the car screeching to a halt outside June's apartment complexWithout another thought, Ollie yanked the door and stormed inside with long and quick strides. He took the stairs two at a time until he reached June's apartment unit.His heart pounded as he threw open the door. The sight that greeted him made his blood run cold. Shattered glasses littered the floor and furniture lay overturned.A grimace twisted his face.Whether a robbery or random break in attack, whoever did this would pay dearly.As he stepped further inside the house, he found June behind the door. She was curled up like an orb with her head buried between her knees.A vise twisted his chest at the state he'd found her.He ran his hand over his face before moving toward her. He knelt c
His Stripper Chapter 26
Hearing June sobs had awaken something vicious inside of him. Now, he wanted to burn down every single thing that had caused her tears. The tires shrieked against the pavement as he came to her a halt outside June's apartment complex Without wasting another moment, Ollie threw open the door and stormed inside with long and quick strides. He took the stairs two at a time until he reached June's apartment unit. His heart pounded as he threw open the door. The sight that greeted him made his blood run cold. Shattered glass littered the floor and furniture lay overturned. A grimace twisted his face. Whether a robbery or random break in attack, whoever did this would pay dearly. As he stepped further inside the house, he found June behind the door. She was curled up like an orb with her head buried between her knees. A vise twisted his chest at the state he'd found her. He ran his hand over his face before he approached slowly, crouching down to her level. Gently, he lifted her
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A crease formed on Ollie's forehead as he stared at the large cone sign on the roof of the ice cream shop. “This is where you want to come?” He asked, his voice tinged with disbelief. June bobbed her head. Her inside had turned jellylike, unable to contain her excitement. This place was famous for its most extravagant and delicious ice cream in the city. She had tasted it once with the twins and it was worth the hype and price. “This is what’ll make you happy? Taking ice cream makes you happy?” He asked as if he couldn't fathom that something this easy would make her happy “Yes.” June gave him another enthusiastic bob of her head. "Absolutely." Perplexity crossed his face, the furrow on his forehead digging deeper. “Something as mundane as ice cream—.” He started again. “Yes, Ollie, something as mundane as taking Ice cream makes me happy.” Ice cream literally made everyone happy. He was the odd one here, not her. “I meant it when I said I would do anything, you know,” Ju
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"It was just an act of kindness." June had told herself this severally over the weekend but when her mind drifted to the moment she spent with Ollie, she couldn't help but feel butterflies flutter in her stomach or her heart melting into a puddle at her feet. The time she spent with Ollie was him being nice and kind given the state he found her—crying and in despair after she argued with John— so June was basically setting herself up for major disappointment since she and Ollie could never be that way at all. It was making her anxious because she wished she could put a stop to it. She wished she could stop herself from being the way she was whenever Ollie was involved when she was sure he didn't even like her like that. He never would. She sighed as her mind drifted back to reality to catch Aiden and Amy in the middle of yet another argument barely ten minutes after their arrival. She loved the twins so much but sometimes, just sometimes, she wished she could escape their const
His Stripper Chapter 29
The kiss was anything but gentle. His lips were rough, demanding, sucking, and nipping at hers with a desperate hunger that left her breathless. He gave her no space to react Her head became light as sweet desire slid over her skin deliciously. Despite the intoxicating sensation, June managed to splay shaky hands against Ollie's hard rock chest, pushing him back a fraction to give her enough space to speak. "What are you—." She began, her voice breathless. He cut her off with a brutal, hard kiss, his lips bruising hers. his hand slid down her body with fervor, leaving a trail of goosebumps in its wake. June tried again, "What is..." but her voice trailed into a loud yelp as Ollie reached around her and squeezed her ass roughly. "Stop talking." June surrendered to the raw hunger of his kiss, which was both thrilling and terrifying, His scent, clean, woodsy, and undeniably male blessed her senses while his hands slipped easily into her blouse. His touch sent sparkles flying a
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Ollie just had a massive argument with his father away from the camera when June walked into the restroom. He was in a fucking foul, and maniac mood all owing to his father. Being near that psychopathic man for more than a minute was enough to drive him up the wall and it had. Today was the annual event for his late mother's scholarship foundation so Ollie had to be here. Except, his father never came to his late mother's event but he had decided to be such a delight today, and showed up, souring his mood. As if having to pretend he didn't hate his father wasn't enough, he'd also had to act like he could tolerate his father. His father's face filled him with bitter resentment and murderous intents. He and his father had a very complicated relationship but it wasn't a story to be told today. He'd spotted June long before she saw him, but he hadn't acknowledged her one bit because that would be throwing a fat bone to a wailing dog—his father. So when June had walked up to the p
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"So, where are we going?" June fluttered her eyelashes adorably as if she hadn't tried the same tactic just five minutes ago. Ollie tilted his head and tapped his chin in thought as if he was considering telling her. "You will have to wait and say, baby." The hopeful glimmer in her eyes dimmed, replaced by an exaggerated eye roll. "You are so boring. You must enjoy keeping me on my toes." She pouted. He never thought he would see this carefree side of June. She was always so locked up, and grumpy, that he didn't even know she had it in her. Now, the obsessed part of him wanted to keep it this way. Whatever it took, he wanted to keep this side of June. "It is my favorite pastime." His voice dropped a touch lower. This earned him a jab on his arms from her. "Is this some kind of kink, Ollie? You like when I beg you?" "You know me so well." He drawled. He enjoyed keeping her on her toes and besides, he wanted the excitement from this surprise to hit her like a burst of firewor
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Two years later. She did it. Finally, she was a certified interior designer. Today was another great milestone for her. With the help of the twins, her friend, Lola who couldn’t be here because she was several countries away And most especially her man. Who’d been with her through thick and thin. Whose loyalty never waver. Whose patience never ran thin. Whose love multiplied daily. Even when she moved across the country, to California, he’d followed her, he’d took charge, he’d been there for her. He’d stayed with her. He’d and made her take the backseat which she was very much pleased. He’d made her the happiest woman on earth. Her heart swelled with the ceremonial gown on her. “Oh my fu—“ Aiden’s exclamation was abruptly cut off when his eyes locked with hers. “Oh my.” He muttered under his breath. He’d become grumpier as he grew older. “What happened?” Amy’s puzzled gaze scanned the surroundings, searching for the cause of Aiden’s displeasure. A gasp escaped her lips, and she
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Ollie had been practically glued to her side. He hadn’t been apart from her for more than a minute. And that was a stretch. He followed her around the house like a lost puppy. Whenever she took a step, he was around by her side. “What did you want? What do I need to do? Where are you going?” He would say with so much love and care. She wasn’t complaining at all about his clinginess. As a matter of factly, she loved so much. She missed him so much. Now that he was finally with her, she was never going to let go ever again. Being with him felt like she could finally breathe. She was genuinely happy. She couldn’t explain the level of joy his presence alone brought to her. They’d been indoors for four days without a pint of curiosity for the outside world. It could be burning down and they wouldn’t even care. As long as they were with each other. During those periods, they’d caught up with each other’s life. They’d shared their deepest insecurities. They’d made love so many times. Th
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She was just out of the restaurant she worked part time when she bumped Rachel, Ollie’s step mother. When Rachel’s eyes met hers, the smile on her face broadened and Rachel instantly enveloped her into an embrace. “Isn’t this a pleasant surprise?” Rachel’s voice carried a warmth of genuine delight. June returned the hug. “It is.” As Rachel withdrew, she added, “How have you been?” “I’ve been good. Thank you. What about you?” June asked. “I doing well dear. What else can this old lady do?” a shared laughter echoed between them. “What are you doing here?” “I work here.” June answered, her eyes meeting Rachel wrinkled corners. Rachel said with a low hum. “I’m a regular here and I never stumble across you.” “I work the evening shift.” She’d switched shift with one of her colleague who’d pleaded with her. “Must be the reason.” Rachel said, her hand resting on June’s shoulder. “By the way, I heard you broke my son’s heart.” June tensed up, unsure of what to response. “I…” She st
His Stripper Chapter 69
Max: Are you busy?Ollie: Yes. Max: See you by 7. At Eden.It wasn’t hard to make out Max in the bar. His blond hair stood out like a beacon in contrast with the subdued ambiance of the bar and his outfit. A black turtle neck with matching trench coat. When he flopped on the chair opposite Max, he said. “This has better be for a good reason or I might just kill you. ” Max leaned back, no words just a raised brow as Ollie’s hand sought for bottle positioned between them. Not caring what it was, he poured himself a generous measure into the glass. It felt dull as it slid down his throat. He’d gotten accustomed to the taste of liquor. They almost tasted like water to him. “Take another swig, you will need it.” Though, Confused at what Max was implying, he took another swig. The burn of the drink a familiar comfort. This was how he kept his sanity. This was how he kept going after June. She ruined him and he couldn’t even hate her for it. He'd accepted June the type of love he co
His Stripper Chapter 68
She’d been an unfixable mess since the breakup. Firstly, because there had been an unending swirl of chaos within her. Secondly, because life was still life. A colossal mess. She had no luxury to mourn a broken heart. Every morning, she rose to her feet, not because she wanted to but because she had to. She showed up at multiple part-time jobs until she broke a nail because she had to. To top it, she had to read for the exams.When she’d told the twins and Lola about her ambition, they were so proud of her. They mattered to her but deep down she wanted someone else praise. The persono who’d told her it was okay to dream and instilled this confidence into her to take a step towards her dream. The actual person who’d motivated her to take this risky step wasn’t there. At 2 am or 6 pm, when she ate, when she slept when she worked, when she studied. He was a constant pillar in her mind. She had no right to think about him but she couldn’t help it. He was everywhere. He was in every
His Stripper Chapter 67
It always worked. Work had always been a perfect distraction for him anytime he needed to push something aside and not think about it. Until now. Workloads upon workloads. It couldn’t stop the image of June burning the pages of his mind. It haunted him with vividness that made it impossible for him to concentrate. Her anguished voice echoed in his ears, refusing to fade. Her cruel words whipped him like a lash. Her pained face that he wanted to console even after everything.His brain had been on a maddening repetitive loop. We’ve had our fun. Fun?The word taunted him. All he wanted to do was drown thoughts of June out of his mind but everything he’d done proved futile. Seated at his cluttered desk, surrounded by towering stacks of paperwork, but the weight of his workload did little to divert his thoughts. Three days. Twenty hours. And June hadn’t left his mind for a millisecond. Twenty hours of work a day had done little to distract him. June, even in her absence, was a r
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He’ll leave you. He’ll regret ever being with you and he’ll leave you. Ollie’s father's words stuck to her, not leaving her mind for a tiny moment just like the ghost of his hand on the skin of her neck, she could also his word strong invisible vise choking her. That’s all it is to you. You don’t deserve him. Shaken by the incident, June’s hand trembled as she extended an arm to the car’s window control panel, her index finger pressing down as if seeking escape from the stifling words that had choked her She’d hoped that the breeze would ease the ache she was feeling. No, it didn’t Instead, it stung her skin with its painful lash. June was quick to wind up the window before slumping into her seat. The more her mind pounded on the words, the more it churned her inside and broke her into pieces. Her insecurities build with thick layers.He would leave you. Soon. He would. The words echoed once more, cutting deeper than any physical wound. An involuntary sob broke out of her m
His Stripper Chapter 65
A week later, June was meeting John at the said hotel. June found it weird that the hotel was deserted, and her eyes darted around in search of signs of life. They were just an old red peacock car and a surprisingly manicured lawn in sight. Before June could change her mind, she made a beeline to the lobby’s entrance. She just wanted to be over it as soon as possible. When she entered, her eyes glanced through the person seated in the corner of the lobby. He wore a fedora. John waved to her from the far end of the lobby. His face was hidden behind a baseball cap, casting a shadow over his features. She hadn’t recognized him at first, her eyes narrowing as she squinted to make out his identity.She sighed with relief and made her way to him. The creak of her footsteps on the grimy floor echoed through the desolate lobby. John’s eyes met hers as she approached, and he smiled croakily, the lines of worry etched on his face evident even in the dim light.“Hey,” she said as she droppe
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A sense of uneasiness swept over her when she pulled open the door to reveal John. Her brother whom she’d forgotten existed until now. John's hand shot up, his fingers moving in a stiff, awkward wave as his lips formed a tight smile. “Hey.” “What are you doing here?” June raised a brow. It was a surprise that John had stayed away when she asked him to. But she was determined to report to the cops if he showed up at her doorstep back then. Now, three months had passed. It would be a big joke if he thought she would let him in again. John chuckled nervously, rubbing the back of his neck. “Our reunion went a lot better in my head.” His eyes darted through the dimly lit porch. Her lips pulled into a deep line of scowl. Reunion? After what had happened? The memories of the past twisted her inside into a tight knot.Her grip clenched around the doorknob. “Can you at least invite me in?” John raised a hopeful brow.“No.” she gripped the door’s edge and closed it in on her body, leavi
