Nick tilted his head slightly, his lips twitching into a small, curious smile like he wasn’t sure if I was serious or just stirring him up. “The rollercoaster? Are you being serious right now?” His voice held a faint trace of amusement.I nodded, maybe too quickly. “Yeah, come on. It’ll be fun,” I said, trying to sound casual, but my heart was thudding way too fast. “Unless you’re scared.” I shot him a teasing look, hoping to pull him out of whatever storm was still brewing behind his eyes.Nick chuckled softly, shaking his head. “Me!? Scared? Please,” he said, though the corners of his mouth curled up in a way that made my stomach flip. Without another word, he tugged my hand, leading us back toward the heart of the park where the distant screams and rumble of the rollercoaster echoed through the cool night air.The lights of the amusement park sparkled around us, but all I could think about was him. Nick beside me, his hand brushing against mine every few seconds, like he couldn’t d
The days that ensued after the amusement park with Nick felt remarkable, even though nothing too intimate had happened between us. It wasn’t like I wanted to rush things or force something we weren’t ready for. I liked the way things were moving slowly between us, like we were taking our time to figure it all out instead of jumping headfirst into something we couldn’t handle.But still, every time I thought about the way he had kissed me, how his hands had held me so close, like he was scared to let go, it was hard not to want more of him. And I knew he felt the same way too because I could see it every time he looked at me. But neither of us said anything about it. I guess we were both too scared to mess it up. Or perhaps we both wanted it to last, so we weren’t willing to risk breaking whatever was building between us.I kept going to work like nothing had changed, even though something felt different. Because work wasn’t the same anymore. Not since Brenda started missing work and s
The next time I saw Brenda at work, she seemed strange like something was about to happen, but I couldn’t quite put my finger on it. She hadn’t been around much lately, and when she was, she always seemed distracted, like her mind was somewhere else.I kept telling myself that maybe she was just caught up with Jason since things were finally falling into place for her, and she didn’t need this job anymore the way she used to. But even though I tried to push those thoughts away, there was this feeling sitting in my chest, more like I was about to lose something or someone important and couldn’t stop it from happening.When she walked into the office that day, I knew right away that something was different. She wasn’t wearing her usual work clothes, not her blouses or pencil skirts. Instead, she had on this soft, flowy dress that made her look like she was glowing from the inside out. Her hair was perfectly curled, and she had that dreamy, faraway smile on her face like everything in he
That evening, after work, I went to Brenda and Jason’s new place because she had asked me to come and help her unpack. I had been thinking about it all day, wondering what it would be like, if it would feel strange seeing her in this whole new world, a world that didn’t include me the way it used to. And as much as I wanted to be happy for her, there was this small feeling in my mind and a part of me already missed how things used to be.I stepped out of the company and waved down a cab, feeling the cool evening breeze brush against my face. Sliding into the back seat, I gave the driver the address Brenda had sent me earlier. Immediately the cab pulled into traffic, I leaned against the window, watching the city lights pass us while my mind drifted to thoughts of Brenda’s new life. The ride felt both quick and slow at the same time with each passing street. When the cab finally stopped in front of their house, I paid the fare, took a deep breath, and stepped out.The sun was starting
Even though Brenda and Jason had asked me to spend the weekend with them, I couldn’t bring myself to stay. I knew they needed time to settle into their new place without me being around. This was a new life for both of them and the last thing I wanted was to get in the way while they figured things out together. So, after helping them unpack and spending a few hours catching up, I said my goodbyes and left.I decided to visit home for the weekend and spend some time with my sisters, Ella and Emma, since my Dad had recovered and gone on a vacation with my Mom to relax after everything. I wanted to check up on my sisters, make sure they were doing okay without our parents around, and honestly, I missed them. It felt like forever since we’d all hung out properly, and I knew they’d have a lot to say, especially Enma, who never ran out of things to talk about.I arrived home that evening, the air feeling warm and familiar, the way it always did when I came back after being away for a while
The next morning, before I even had the chance to stretch properly or think about what I wanted to do for the day, Ella and Emma were already in my room, practically bouncing with excitement. They didn’t even bother knocking, because, apparently, personal space didn’t exist when it came to them.Ella flopped onto my bed, making herself comfortable like she owned the place, while Emma stood by the door with her arms crossed, giving me that look that she wasn’t leaving without getting her way.“You promised,” Ella blurted out, pulling my blanket away from my face like it was her mission in life to get me out of bed. “You literally said if we behaved while Mom and Dad were gone, you’d take us somewhere fun, and guess what? We’ve been like actual angels.” She grinned, though the way she said it made it sound way too rehearsed. I wasn’t buying it.Emma added, “Yeah, and it’s not like we’re asking for much. Just a little trip to the fun park, come on, you know you want to. It’s not like you
Monday mornings were never easy, and after the fun weekend I had with Ella and Emma, dragging myself back to work felt like stepping into a completely different world, and more so, there were emails to check, work to complete, and endless meetings that seemed to go on forever. The weekend had given me a sense of calm, but weekdays didn’t care about that, it pulled me back whether I was ready or not.The moment I walked into the office, everything felt the same as usual, the sound of keyboards clicking, phones ringing from different corners, and the faint smell of coffee hanging in the air like it had settled permanently into the walls.My desk was exactly how I had left it on Friday, but somehow, being back felt different. It wasn’t bad exactly, but after spending days surrounded by people who genuinely loved me, coming back to this made me feel a little…empty.I dropped my bag onto the floor, settled into my chair, powered on my computer, and set my attention on the screen in front o
By the time afternoon rolled around, I was halfway through a long and boring meeting with a few other colleagues. The room felt too cold as if someone had cranked the air conditioner to the highest setting on purpose, and no matter how much I tried to focus on the discussion, I was lost in thought.The voices around me blended together, about reports, numbers, and deadlines, but none of it was enough to pull me away from my thoughts completely. I kept thinking about the last outing I spent with Nick, the conversations we had, the laughter we shared and underneath all of that, I wanted him to ask me out again.It was getting harder and harder not to smile every time his name popped into my mind. I had told myself I wouldn’t get distracted, that I would stay professional and focused, but apparently, my brain had other plans. And Suzan had already figured me out earlier in the day, and now, the last thing I needed was for anyone else to notice and start asking questions I wasn’t ready to
I booted up my laptop, the hum of the machine matching the nervous buzz in my chest. I could still remember last week’s meeting with my colleagues and how Suzan ratted me out, now everyone knew I’d been crushing on the boss or probably had an affair with him, and worse, Jordan knew I’d turned him down for Nick, his quiet demeanor was so obvious. I sipped my coffee, the bitter taste grounding me before I opened a report Nick had assigned me to review due to my new role as executive senior director. Footsteps shuffled nearby, and David’s voice broke through as he leaned over Torres’s desk, coffee mug swinging. “Yo, have you seen her yet? Bet she’s still bubbling from her new role,” he said, his eyes flicking my way. I froze, my fingers stalling on the keys, my face warming, praying he’d drop it. Torres chuckled, spinning his chair. “Man, she’s probably dreaming of Nick.” He winked at me. I bit my lip and fired a response. “Really funny, Torres. Maybe focus on your own work for onc
The evening air felt cool against my skin as Nick and I stepped out of his car, the neon sign of The Rusty Anchor buzzing above the bar’s entrance. I tugged my jacket tighter, my skirt swaying with each step and my hand tucked into Nick’s warm grip.Brenda’s call earlier had initiated this outing, Jason’s idea to hang out, and now here we were, ready for drinks and whatever the night threw at us.“You nervous?” Nick asked, his voice low, his thumb brushing my knuckles.I smirked, squeezing his hand. “Me? Nah, just excited to see all of us hanging out and having fun.” Nick chuckled, pulling me closer, his lips grazing my ear. “Good, 'cause I’m excited about tonight too.”We pushed through the door, the bar’s dim lights washing over us, the hum of chatter and clinking glasses filling the space.Brenda waved from a corner booth, her dark hair loose now, a red top hugging her curves, Jason was standing beside her, tall and broad, his flannel sleeves rolled up.“Over here, you two!” Brend
Late Saturday afternoon, Nick and I were tangled on the couch in my apartment. My skirt rode up my thighs, his hands gripped my hips, and our breaths were coming in short gasps. It all began with a simple kiss after lunch, sandwiches still half-eaten on the coffee table, but it escalated quickly, his lips hungry on mine, my fingers yanking his shirt open. I straddled him, my panties shoved aside, his jeans unzipped just enough for his hard dick to push inside me, hot, deep. “Fuck, you feel so good,” he growled, thrusting up, his voice rough against my ear, sending shivers down my spine. I moaned, rocking against him, my nails digging into his shoulders, heat building fast as I whispered, “Don’t stop, Nick, I’m so close.” The couch creaked under us, cushions slipping, I lost myself in him, my body trembling, right on the edge. A loud knock at the door jolted me, my head snapped up, and my heart slammed as I froze mid-motion. Nick groaned, his grip tightened, and his voice came out
The morning sun shone bright over the city as I walked toward our company’s building. The glass windows sparkled, showing off the busy streets below. I felt a flutter in my chest, something different about today, though I didn’t know why. Maybe it was the cool air or the quick looks my coworkers shared as we met in the lobby.I stepped inside, and the usual hellos bounced around the office. But there was a buzz, a hint of something forthcoming. I heard bits of chatter about a meeting, and guesses about changes. My ears perked up, but I stayed cool, nodding at people as I passed.At precisely 10 AM, we were assembled in the expansive conference hall. The room buzzed with murmurs and speculation. Nick, our esteemed CEO, stood at the front of the conference room, flipping through slides as the employees sprawled around the long room.I sat near the middle, doodling in my notebook, my stomach fluttering because I’d heard whispers of raises but nothing solid until Nick dropped the surprise
After a long day dodging Clara, Kim, and Hannah’s nosy questions at the office, I got home around six, kicking off my heels by the door, the cool hardwood floor soothing my tired feet as I padded into my apartment. I tossed my bag on the couch, grabbed a basket of laundry from the bedroom, and hauled it to the tiny washer in the corner, the hum of the machine kicking on as I stuffed in a mix of blouses and jeans, the detergent’s clean scent filling the air. With that going, I flopped onto the couch, remote in hand, and flicked on a random rom-com—something light with cheesy lines and predictable kisses—letting the noise drown out the quiet while I stretched out, my legs draped over the armrest, my mind still half at work, half on Nick. The movie rolled on, the heroine tripping over her own feet to win back her man, and I smirked, grabbing a bowl of popcorn from the kitchen during a commercial break, the kernels crunching between my teeth as I settled back in. The washer beeped,
Later in the day, the employees gathered in the conference room for a brief meeting with the CEO, the long table cluttered with laptops and coffee cups, the blinds half-open letting in slants of gray light as Nick stood at the front, flipping through slides about quarterly goals, his voice steady and commanding, his suit jacket off, sleeves rolled up to his elbows.I sat near the middle, scribbling notes, my pen scratching against the paper, but my eyes kept drifting to Nick, catching the way his shirt stretched across his shoulders, the memory of those arms lifting me against the hotel door making my thighs clench under the table.Nick glanced my way, just for a second, his gaze locking with mine, a knowing spark flashing there—warm and private, a silent reminder of our weekend—and I felt my breath hitch, my lips twitching into a tiny smile before I dropped my eyes to my notebook, heat creeping up my neck.“So, we’re pushing for a tighter timeline on the new app rollout, and I need e
The Monday after that wild night at The Velvet Haven, I walked into the office with a bounce in my step, my heels clicking against the shiny floor as I carried my coffee, the steam curling up from the lid, my mind still buzzing with the memory of Nick’s cock inside my pussy, his lips on mine, and the way he’d called me his girlfriend in that husky, possessive tone that sent shivers down my spine even now.I settled at my desk, the usual Monday chaos already brewing, phones trilling, printers whirring, someone’s chair squeaking across the room as they rolled it back, and I couldn’t help but smile, a small, secret thing that tugged at my lips as I opened my laptop, my fingers brushing the keys while I replayed the weekend in my head, feeling lighter than I had in months, maybe years.Clara, perched at the desk next to mine, noticed it first, her eyes narrowing as she spun her chair toward me, her coffee mug dangling from one hand as if she was gearing up to grill me. “Okay, hold up a se
We stumbled into The Velvet Haven, a sleek boutique hotel with dark walls and velvet curtains that swallowed the light, the lobby quiet except for the soft jazz playing somewhere distant, and we barely paused at the front desk as Nick booked us a suite, his arm around my waist, pulling me close until my hip pressed against his, his fingers flexing against my side while the clerk swiped his card with agonizing slowness.I pressed myself tighter against him, feeling the heat of his body radiating through his shirt, my lips brushing his ear as I tilted my head, my breath warm against his skin, and whispered, “Hurry up, because I’m soaking wet for you, my panties are drenched just thinking about you, and I need your cock inside me like yesterday, stretching me, fucking me until I can’t stand it.”My voice was a low purr, laced with desperation, and I nipped at his earlobe, tasting the salt of his skin, my hands sliding up his back, feeling the muscles shift as he leaned into me.Nick smir
Right after I said yes to being Nick’s girlfriend, the air between us shifted, crackling with something electric and unstoppable, like a storm rolling in that neither of us could outrun, and he didn’t wait a second longer, leaning across the table with a sudden, breathtaking urgency, his hand sliding behind my neck, fingers tangling in my hair as he pulled me into a kiss that stole my breath away, leaving me dizzy and gasping for air.Nick’s lips crashed against mine, firm and hungry, tasting of the sharp red wine we’d been sipping and a deeper, wilder desire that set my nerves on fire, his tongue slipping past my teeth to dance with mine in a slow rhythm that made my head spin, and I melted into it, my hands gripping the edge of the table so hard my knuckles whitened, the napkin slipping from my lap to the floor in a soft crumple as my whole body lit up, tingling from my scalp down to my toes like I’d been plugged into a live wire.I felt like I was falling, tumbling into a void wher