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IT ALL HAPPENED LIKE THIS

Author: Lily Blossom
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56
The dimly lit nightclub pulsed with energy as Tiger stepped inside, the vibrant beats of the music enveloping him. He scanned the crowd, searching for a familiar face amidst the sea of bodies. And there she was—Helen, his friend and colleague, her smile beckoning him towards the dance floor.

Christiana's disapproval of Helen had been a constant source of tension between them. She sensed the underlying connection, the pull that Helen had on Tiger. It was a threat to their fragile marriage, an unwelcome presence that left Christiana feeling inadequate and betrayed.

But Helen, despite knowing the strain she caused, couldn't resist the allure of pleasing Tiger. She reveled in his attention, basking in the power she held over him. Her seductive charm masked the darkness within, the willingness to sow seeds of discord between a husband and wife.

As Tiger approached Helen, a mix of excitement and guilt coursed through his veins. He knew that he was playing with fire, risking everything for
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  • MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE   VIBING

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  • MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE   FRESH START

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  • MARRIAGE OF CONVENIENCE   RIFT

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