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The door flew open and hit the wall at the impact. Ethan stepped into the apartment with his chest heaving in anger as his grey eyes darkened from a dangerous storm brewing inside them. Zoe was still staying in his penthouse so he had the spare key card to open it. “Zoe?” His deep voice echoed through the empty house. He searched every room and couldn’t find her. He even knocked on her bedroom but still couldn’t see her. His temper worsened as he pulled out his phone to dial her number. Just as he placed it on his ear, the door opened and a frail-looking Zoe stepped in. She was wearing pajamas and had a plastic in her hands.“Ethan?” She asked in a weak voice as she faked another cough.Ethan ignored her outburst and asked, “Didn’t I tell you I was coming over?” His voice was cold and his eyes were devoid of emotion. Zoe felt a shiver run down her spine when she noticed manipulation wouldn’t work on him. Not when he was in this mood.“I wasn’t feeling well, So I stepped out-”“The
Rose stepped into what would be her new workplace and straightened her skirt. She had settled for a white suit with a pink top with two loose ends around her neck that she tied as a ribbon. She wore red bottom heels and tied her hair into a neat bun. Her original hair color was brunette, but she dyed it ginger. “I need a new look.” She told her stylist the previous day.“Good morning, Rose.” Ben, her new project partner smiled at her the moment she stepped into the office.“Good morning, Ben. It’s good to finally meet you.” Rose smiled.“Please take a seat. We will go to the board room shortly. I know it's not as fancy as your old workplace but it will get better.” Ben smiled.“I think it’s a great start. We can grow together.” Rose smiled.The office was really small and ordinary-looking. It had an open-plan office set up with wooden desks and old-version computers. Being the current manager, Ben had a small office that was poorly ventilated and stuffed. It felt uncomfortable for Rose
“Why the hell would you buy a building in my name?” Rose asked through clenched teeth.“I can’t stand to see you getting hurt. If I watched you spend another day in that crappy building, I’d have a heart attack! Is that what you want Rose to see me dead?”“Mr. Sinclair, I don’t think we know each other well enough for you to ask me such questions,” Rose responded coldly.Ethan stepped forward, standing so close to her their lips would meet if he took another step, “Is that so?” Rose stepped backward feeling like her mind was getting foggy and clouding her judgment.Her heart was pumping wildly in her chest. But she maintained a calm exposure and turned to Ben, “Should we take this building?” She asked.The rest of the team that had witnessed the scene unfolding were still confused by what they saw. Laughing nervously, Ben responded, “Yes, yes we should. It will help save costs.”“Okay, then let’s proceed. “ She said before she turned to face Ethan, “Mr. Sinclair, will you give us som
“I’m dead!” Rose groaned as she buried her head in her hands. She looked up and stared at Natalie who had a smug look on her face. “This is serious Nat!”“Yes, it is. You just threatened the most powerful man!” She laughed before adding, “But jokes aside, I’m proud of you girl! If the worst comes to the worst, I’ll take care of the kids so you can go in peace.” “Natalie!” Rose shoved her by the shoulder. Natalie burst into a fit of laughter, her eyes becoming teary in the process. She fell off the couch as she tried to catch her breath, looking up at Rose, she was still laughing as she said, “The look on his face must have been priceless!” “I walked out, but next time I start a fight, I’ll check the look and describe it for you.” Rose mocked.Natalie stood, wiping her tears as she held Rose’s wrists, “Call the kids and say goodnight.”“This early?” Rose asked.“Yep, because we are going out! Today my friend, we are going clubbing!” Natalie clapped her hands together. Rose bit her
[TRIGGER WARNING: PLEASE NOTE THIS CHAPTER MIGHT BE BRUTAL AND TRIGGERING TO SOME]Rose twirled around, her dress swishing with her movements. “You were right! This is exactly what I needed.”After a while, they returned to the bar to grab more drinks. Rose leaned against the counter, feeling the warmth of the alcohol in her veins. “I’m starting to feel like a whole new person.”Natalie, with a mischievous glint in her eye, handed Rose another shot. “Here’s to the new you!”Rose laughed, taking the shot and savoring the burn. “And here’s to a night we’ll never forget!”“Slow down beautiful, let me show you a good time.” Rose felt a hand reach forward and touch her bare back.“I’m not interested!” Rose said and turned back but the stranger only stepped closer, placing his throbbing hard shaft against her ass making her jump forward. “What the hell is your problem? She said she’s not interested so beat it!” Natalie was furiously staring at him.“Shut up bitch! When you’re dressed like a
“Are you sure you’re okay? Should I return?” Mason asked worriedly.“No, I’m fine. You’re worrying over nothing. I saw it on the news, the man was deported for some reason. It seems I have a guardian angel looking out for me.” Rose laughed.“It seems so, but I’d rather be your guardian angel,” Mason said, still not convinced that she was okay.After Rose and Natalie had escaped from the stranger, they were flushed and their hearts were beating wildly by the time they reached home. They couldn’t sleep that night for fear of being followed. Rose ended up calling Mason so she could keep her mind occupied.“I promise I’m fine.” Rose yawned feeling tired.“You can take a day off. You look exhausted.” Mason said softly.“Mr. Chen, I refuse to abuse my boss.” “But this Boss is whipped for you, so he doesn’t mind,” Mason said making Rose blush as the elevator opened.Rose was about to step out, her focus still on the video call when she hit into a brick wall. Looking up, she was, met with gr
Rose opened the door of the office and stepped in. Her breath was caught in her chest as they stared at each other. Ethan stood from his desk, his hair combed to perfection with a few locks falling on his forehead. His tall frame took a few strides and closed the distance between them. He was wearing a black suit but his jacket was off leaving him in the black smart shirt with the arms folded up to the elbow area. “You came?” Ethan flashed Rose his rare smile.The air around them thickened. None of them dared to move as they stared at each other. For a moment, Rose felt something flip inside her. The man she loved all her life was finally starting to give her attention but it was too late.This was a man who chose his lover over her so many times. Her heart clenched and tears welled in her eyes but she blinked them back. She refused to let him see her cry. He didn’t deserve her tears after what he put her through. Five years had passed but the wound was still fresh. He shielded Zoe o
Ethan felt his heart clench painfully at the rejection. Being born with a silver spoon and gorgeous looks, he was used to being worshiped by women everywhere he went. This was his second rejection and it hurt more than anything. He felt like needles were pricking his poor heart. He had a sad look as he watched Rose walk out of his office. “What you feel for Zoe is not love. Rose is the one you love but you’re too dumb to realize it. I’ll let you figure this one out on your own.” He remembered his grandfather’s words.At that time he had argued and refused to give in. But as time passed, he realized that Anderson was right and now he was willing to do whatever it took to make it up to her so she could give him a second chance.But the way she looked at him with such coldness in her eyes sent a painful stab to his heart. He was no longer sure she would forgive him but regardless, he was willing to keep trying. As Rose rushed out, she bumped into Zoe.“Watch where you’re going!” Zoe his