"Really? You would help me to take revenge?" I asked, stunned. "Yes, I will," Zaylen replied. “So… how do we start, Boss?” I was excited about this. I was done being sad and pathetic. It was time to strike back. Zaylen furrowed his brow, thinking. “Hmm… To begin with, you should call me Zaylen instead of Boss.” I gasped at the idea. “But you told us we cannot call you by your name without your permission.” “Exactly, and now, I'm giving you the permission. Call me Zaylen, Liana.”
Lihat lebih banyakLIANA
I sat at my desk in the bustling office, surrounded by the familiar sounds of typing, running coffee machines, phone calls, and coworkers chattering.
My best friend, Lara, sat in the cubicle next to mine, her blonde hair pulled back into a messy bun as she focused on her computer screen. We had been friends since college, and I couldn't imagine working in this office without her. Her sweet, comforting words always made everything much easier.
I glanced up from my work and caught a glimpse of my diligent boyfriend, James, walking toward me. He flashed me a quick smile before disappearing into his own cubicle across the room.
James and I had been dating for over seven months now, and I was grateful that he also worked in the same office. I have heard people say it's a bad idea to date your colleague, but I, on the other hand, thought it was nice to have a beloved someone to share lunch breaks and vent about work with. There were so many topics we could relate to, and we just never seemed to run out of topics to talk about.
As I continued typing away at my computer, all of a sudden, Jordan, the assistant of our boss, appeared and informed James in a monotone voice, “James, Boss called you to his cabin. He has some questions about the monthly analysis report you submitted.”
“Be right there, Jordan,” James responded.
In our office, all of us were on a first name basis, it was actually like a rule. As per our boss, being on a first name basis would create a close bond among the employees and it would be beneficial for the company to have strong and friendly teamwork.
“Best of luck, James,” Lara teased while James rolled his eyes and walked away.
I shot a sharp glare at Lara.
“What?” she shrugged. “I just wished him luck.”
I shook my head with a subtle smile. “You know he hates Zaylen.”
“Who doesn’t?” she pointed out. “Zaylen is just rude and demanding. Things always have to go his way.”
“Leave it. Let’s focus on our work now,” I shushed her, and we went to our regular work.
Soon, James returned and I could hear James muttering under his breath, most probably cursing Zaylen.
“What’s wrong, babe?” I couldn’t help but ask in concern.
Suddenly, James stood up from his desk and walked over to mine, an annoyed expression on his face. "Can you believe the nerve of Zaylen?" he said, practically seething. "He just assigned me a project that's due by the end of the day just because I made some minor mistakes on the monthly report. And the new project is not even my area of expertise!"
“The nerve of that guy!” Lara grumbled.
I tried to handle the situation rationally. I knew that he could get easily worked up, so I tried to calm him down. "It'll be okay, babe," I said, placing a reassuring hand on his forearm. "You're smart and capable, so you got this."
James took a deep breath and nodded, his expression softening. "Thanks," he mumbled, leaning in to give me a quick peck. "I don't know what I'd do without you."
“Okay, enough of the PDA!” Lara interrupted, making us erupt into big, shy smiles.
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It was time to go home so I packed up my things.
I glanced at Lara and hollered, “Hey, you ready to go?”
James was working overtime, no doubt, so there was no point asking him.
Lara thought for a while and slapped her forehead dramatically. “Oh, shoot! I have a report to submit tomorrow morning. Liana, why don’t you go? I will go home once I wrap this up.”
“But how will you go alone? Your car is in repair,” I pointed out.
“Don’t worry, babe,” James offered all of a sudden. “I can drop your dear friend, if it’s okay.”
“Oh, no, that's fine. I can just call a cab. I wouldn't want to inconvenience you, James,” Lara tried to deny.
“What inconvenience? He volunteered himself,” I responded with a hand on my hip. “And don't worry, he drives safely and he is a gentleman. He will get you home in one piece,” I added lightly with a playful smile on my face.
Lara fidgeted, showing her hesitation.
I shook my head and patted her shoulder. “Hey, just take the lift from him, okay?”
“But how can I have your boyfriend—”
“Hey, shush. Not a word more. I trust you,” I told her softly.
Lara finally gave up and smiled at me.
“Alright, then all’s sorted.” I took my purse. “See you guys tomorrow. Good luck working over-time!”
I took the elevator and got into the basement directly. Nearing my car, I looked for the car keys in my purse, only to find they weren't there. I first examined from outside whether I clumsily left the keys inside or not, but that wasn't the case.
“Where are my car keys? Did I leave them on my table?” I mumbled, still unsure. But it was better to check.
So I decided to return back to the office.
When I got in with my office ID card, the bullpen was fully dark, which was weird. Because Lara and James were supposed to be working overtime, right? So how can it be dark? Did somebody turn them off by mistake?
Shrugging off, I went toward the switchboard and turned on the lights.
The moment the lights came on, the scenario in front of me was something I never expected to see. I was shocked—no, no. To say I was shocked was an understatement.
I was traumatized.
Lara and James were making out—to be precise, having sex and enjoying their time. James was deep inside Lara, as both of them had clothes only on their upper body.
Not only that, both of them were doing it ON my desk!
When they saw the room getting brightened, they paused and looked at me in horror.
Lara and James had color drained off their faces as I stood frozen.
“Lay—Liana…” James mumbled as Lara pushed him off and started wearing her pants.
James did the same and Lara approached me, but I took a step back.
“Liana, it’s not what it looks like. I—” Lara was interrupted by me.
“Not what it looks like?” I let out a humorless chuckle. “What am I? A child whom you are gonna mansplain some bullshit about how his dick accidentally went inside you?”
James was also done so he tried to approach me and touch my arm, but I pulled it back. My eyes burned with the tears that threatened to pour out; however, I controlled them to my best ability. The last thing I wanted was to let these cheating scums have the pleasure of seeing me cry.
“Don't touch me with your dirty hands!” I spat out bitterly. “I just want to know one thing… how long?”
“Lia—”
I gave a stern look to James, which silenced him. “How long has this been going on behind my back? I want to know!”
“Six months,” Lara uttered finally.
Six months? Just a month after James and I started dating?
“Wow,” I let out in disbelief. “My best friend and my boyfriend were sleeping together while both of you were smiling and laughing in my face. Was it fun? Did you have fun making a complete fool out of me?”
Lara’s facial expression changed as she rolled her eyes. “Stop being so dramatic, Liana. I was just warming James’s bed cause you won't.”
“I told you to give me some time!” I burst out accusingly at James, who lowered his gaze, feeling ashamed probably. “I am now heavenly thankful I didn't, though. Because you would've still cheated on me.”
“No, Liana, I wouldn—” he was roughly interrupted by Lara.
“So you just think of me as your personal slut, huh?” Lara's voice was sharp and vindictive—a tone I had never heard from her before.
It was really laughable how easily I was deceived by her double-faced nature.
James gulped and shook his head immediately as he took her hand. “No. I love you.”
A proud smile appeared on Lara’s face as I was disgusted. “What?”
“I love you as well,” James told me, his eyes pleading.
This time, my eyes grew as wide as saucers. “You love her and me both? Excuse me? What's wrong with you? Are you fucking okay in the head?”
“James, you don't actually love her, tell her,” Lara urged as I glanced at him with an angry, anticipating look. “Tell her she's the side chick, not me.”
James seemed to be stuck between us. He couldn't form words as beads of sweat formed on his forehead.
“What is going on here?” came a familiar voice as the three of us turned in the direction of the voice.
It was Zaylen, our boss.
LIANAThe morning sun poured through the curtains, casting a gentle light across our bedroom. I woke up to the soft, familiar hum of the world outside, the sound of birds chirping in the distance. I turned to see Zaylen sleeping beside me, his face relaxed in peaceful slumber. The sight of him always filled me with a profound sense of contentment and love.I stretched, carefully sliding out of bed to avoid waking him. Today wasn’t just any day—it was a day I had looked forward to for a long time. The house was still, the calm before the storm of our bustling family life. I tiptoed down the hallway, my heart swelling with excitement as I made my way to the nursery.Our twins had brought a new kind of joy into our lives, their arrival a culmination of love and anticipation. The nursery was painted in soft pastel colors, with a cozy crib in the corner and shelves lined with toys and books. The gentle hum of the white noise machine filled the room, blending with the soft sunlight filte
LIANA It was mid-morning, and the office was bustling with the usual activity. The gentle hum of conversation and the clacking of keyboards filled the air, but I could barely focus on anything other than the growing discomfort and irritability that had become a constant companion over the past few weeks. I sat at my desk, my fingers drumming impatiently on the surface. The pile of paperwork before me seemed to mock my inability to concentrate. I sighed heavily, feeling a wave of frustration wash over me. Zaylen, ever observant, noticed my agitation from his office. He appeared at my desk, a look of concern etched on his face. “Hey, baby. How’s it going?” I glanced up, trying to muster a polite smile. “Just peachy,” I said, though the words were more of a snarl than anything else. “If you consider battling an insurm
LIANA The next few days, I couldn’t shake a strange feeling. I was more tired than usual, and the scent of coffee, which I normally loved, was suddenly making me nauseous. Sara noticed my discomfort. “Liana, are you feeling okay?” she asked, her brow furrowed with concern. “I’m fine, just a bit tired” I replied, trying to brush it off. “Been feeling nauseous and my head is pounding these last few days.” Sara gave me a knowing look. “Maybe you should take a pregnancy test.” I blinked, surprised by her suggestion. “A pregnancy test?” She nodded. “There might be a possibility.” The idea was both thrilling and terrifying. Could it be possible? I decided to take Sara’s advice to heart. During my lunch break, I headed to the pharmacy just a few blocks away. The fluorescent lights and the hum of the store seemed unusually bright as I picked out a pregnancy test kit. My heart raced with a mix of excitement and anxiety as I made my way back to the office, clutchin
LIANAThe past few months had flown by in a blissful haze. Our honeymoon had taken us from the Maldives to the enchanting streets of Paris, and finally, to the serene countryside of Tuscany. Each day had been filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. But now, it was back to reality—our reality, where Zaylen and I were not only husband and wife but also Alpha and Luna, and for the time being, colleagues.I walked into the office, the familiar scent of coffee and paper filling the air. As I made my way to my desk, I couldn’t help but feel a flutter of excitement mixed with nerves. This was our first day back after the long honeymoon, and though I was eager to dive back into work, I couldn’t ignore the butterflies in my stomach.Zaylen’s office door was slightly ajar, and as I passed by, I saw him sitting behind his desk, engrossed in a document. He looked up, catching my eye, and a slow, mischievous smile spread across his face.“Good morning, my Luna,” he called out, his
LIANAThe following morning, we decided to explore more of the city. After a quick breakfast, we set off to visit the Louvre Museum. As we walked through the grand halls, admiring the masterpieces, Zaylen kept me close, his hand never leaving mine."Look at this one," he said, pointing to a painting. "Doesn't it remind you of one of our dates?"“The one we had just before you proposed to me?” I asked to be sure. As he nodded, I laughed, remembering that endearing evening. "It does. We have come a long way, haven't we?""We have," he agreed, his eyes softening as he looked at me. "And I wouldn't change a thing."We continued our tour, losing ourselves in the beauty of the art and the history that surrounded us. As we exited the museum, we found a street vendor selling crepes. Zaylen insisted on buying one for each of us, and we sat on a nearby bench, enjoying the sweet treat."These are delicious," I said, licking a bit of Nutella from my fingers."Almost as sweet as you," Zaylen tea
LIANAThe Eiffel Tower stood tall and majestic against the twilight sky, its twinkling lights casting a romantic glow over the city of Paris. I marveled at the sight, my heart swelling with awe and excitement. Our long honeymoon had brought us from the tropical paradise of the Maldives to the enchanting streets of Paris, and I couldn't have been happier.Zaylen and I strolled hand in hand along the Seine River, the soft murmur of French conversations and the distant sound of street musicians creating a magical atmosphere. He looked dashing in a tailored suit, and I felt like a princess in my flowing dress."Isn't this beautiful?" I sighed, leaning my head on his shoulder."It is," he agreed, pressing a kiss to my temple. "But not as beautiful as you."I blushed, my heart fluttering at his words. "Always the charmer.""For you, always," he replied with a playful wink.As we walked, we passed a quaint café with outdoor seating. Zaylen tugged me toward it. "How about a little dessert?"
LIANAThe soft rustling of palm trees and the rhythmic lapping of waves greeted me as I stepped onto the sunlit balcony. The warm, salty breeze of the Maldives caressed my face, bringing with it a sense of serene contentment I hadn't felt in years. The crystal-clear waters stretched out endlessly, a shimmering expanse of turquoise that promised days of relaxation and intimate moments with Zaylen.I leaned against the railing, closing my eyes and letting the sounds of paradise envelop me. A gentle smile tugged at my lips as I thought of Zaylen still asleep in our villa, the man who had turned my world upside down in the best way possible."Liana?" Zaylen's voice, husky with sleep, reached me, making my heart flutter.I turned to see him standing in the doorway, his dark hair tousled and his eyes still heavy with sleep. He looked so different from the domineering, fierce leader I had first met. Here, he was just Zaylen, my husband, the man I loved with all my heart."Good morning, sle
LIANAToday was the day—the day Zaylen and I would finally stand before our loved ones, pledging our hearts to each other in marriage. The anticipation and excitement in the air were palpable, mingling with the fragrant scents of blooming flowers and the soft rustle of leaves. Our wedding was set against a backdrop of lush greenery, the venue a picturesque garden that seemed to be alive with joy and celebration.The sun shone brightly, casting a warm, golden glow over everything. The ceremony was to be held in a charming outdoor setting, with a floral arch adorned with cascading white roses and delicate greenery. The aisle, lined with white rose petals, led to a beautifully decorated altar where Zaylen and I would exchange our vows.I took a deep breath, feeling the flutter of nervous excitement in my stomach as I prepared to walk down the aisle. Noelle, radiating beauty even with her eight-month baby bump, adjusted her position next to me. She looked stunning in her deep emerald g
LIANAThe morning sun filtered through the canopy of trees, casting dappled light across the campsite. The soft, golden rays glinted off the sparkling surface of the waterfall, creating a mesmerizing display of light and water. The gentle roar of the falls provided a soothing soundtrack as the water cascaded into a clear, shimmering pool below.The campsite, nestled beside this natural wonder, was waking up with the day. The cool, fresh air carried the crisp scent of pine and morning dew. The grass was still damp from the night, and the tents stood slightly crumpled, evidence of a night spent in cozy slumber.Trevor, ever the early riser and mischief-maker, had a gleam in his eye as he set his plan into motion. He crept quietly towards Zaylen, who was enjoying a leisurely breakfast by the fire, unaware of the prank that was about to unfold. Trevor had filled a bucket with water and carefully rigged it to tip over when Zaylen’s chair was moved.I observed from a distance, sipping my
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