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Charleigh sniffed and rolled the window down. She acted like she didn’t care. She actually didn’t. She couldn’t care less right now. “What do you want, Dax?”“I thought this was your car.” He was still wearing the same suit and tie. She had guessed his meeting ended pretty quickly. “Can we talk?”“About what? Haven’t you done enough? Hurting someone didn’t give you so much satisfaction that you also want to hurt me again?” She crossed her arms over her chest, not bothering to look at him.“I didn’t know you liked him…that much.”“Why do you even care? I can like anyone I want, even a freaking monkey for as long as it is loyal to me.”“I know I screwed up and hurt you, Charleigh, but my offer was sincere. No hidden agenda, I promise. I want to start over with you.” That caught her attention. She turned her head to him, narrowing her eyes into slits. Jesus, this man had giant balls! Was he fucking kidding her? Did she look like she was interested? What was with him that he couldn’t get
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Charleigh arrived back at her apartment pretty late, and she was exhausted. Her stomach kept grumbling, but she didn’t even have the strength to heat the meal in her fridge. She lost her appetite when she saw the desk in her small office where she let herself get engrossed to finish the plan she did less than forty-eight hours ago. Now, she wasn’t expecting Bryce would even take a look at it. Her effort had gone to waste. Just like the feelings she invested in the wrong man.She curled up in her bed alone. Last night she was busy moaning, writhing, and screaming as she and Bryce had lost in their own world. Right now, she felt nothing but heartache, muscle pain, and a headache, her constant reminders that what happened between them was real and over.Her phone suddenly vibrated. Her hope spiked that maybe, it was Bryce ready to apologize, but to her disappointment, it wasn’t him. Her brows furrowed to see her brother’s name flashing on the screen of her phone.“Wow!” She threw her ha
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Bryce had been staring at the monitor for quite longer than necessary, then back to his daughter, who was still asleep soundly in her bed. His eyes burned from crying, and his body was exhausted, but Bryce couldn’t just shut his brain off and took a nap. He was scared that Clary would wake up while he was sleeping, and he couldn’t miss seeing the most beautiful blue eyes again. That was two days ago.Clary was released from the hospital, but Bryce hadn’t taken a proper sleep since then. He was still pretty shaken up by the lake incident.It was supposed to be a perfect day for them, and he and Charleigh until his life took a different turn. He felt his chest burst open as pain radiated through him. He blinked repeatedly when his eyes felt like on fire.He took a deep breath then he felt that someone was watching him. He let his head turn, and Grandpa Matthew was leaning against the doorjamb of Clary’s room, unimpressed.“Sleep tight, sweetheart.” He held Clary’s tiny hand and pressed
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Bryce felt something heavy inside his chest that he couldn’t shake away. Never a moment did the image of Charleigh smiling, laughing, moaning beneath him didn’t visit his mind. The caramel-colored eye brunette never concealed what she truly felt for him, even up to the last moment she looked into his eyes before she dashed out of the emergency. That was one of many things he loved about Charleigh.Yeah, he loved Charleigh. He never doubted that.A tremor of fear ran down his spine. After Bryce screwed it up, she probably moved on, and someone as beautiful and smart as Charleigh would never wait and give another chance to someone like him. She deserved better. Because he was an ass, he was paying the price.When they were gone to the room, Bryce sank to the couch. He instantly remembered how they met—it was through his dog. He petted its fluffiest fur, and it started to whine at him. He couldn’t believe he blamed Lotus for his stupidity.“Hey buddy, do you think she hates me?” he asked
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“Are you sure about this?” His brother’s voice was laced with sadness as he picked up the resignation letter Charleigh placed on his desk. “I know I pushed you hard, and I am a terrible boss, but it doesn’t have to be like this.”“And a terrible brother.” She rolled her eyes.He nodded in agreement. “And a terrible brother. I thought if I promoted you, you would stay with us.”“I can’t work with him. You know that. And lately, he’s always around.” She was referring to Dax. They always bumped into each other in the firm. Lately, he visited the firm often for an unknown reason. Probably to annoy Charleigh and show her he won again. She told Tripp about everything back at Hopes Spring, to the last detail where Dax threatened Bryce and wanted to win her back.“I’m sorry, sis.”She walked closer to him, wrapped her arms around her brother, and kissed his cheek. “Don’t be. I might consider your father’s offer. Not so bad, right? What do you think? Not to take over his position, though.” Sh
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“I said I’m fine.” She couldn’t convince Tripp she was fine. He could hear it in her voice that she was still working on it after how many weeks spending in the other country. Considering her situation right now, she didn’t know what to do next when she got home. For the first time in her existence, she had no plans.“You said that every day.” Clearly, her brother’s patience was running thin.“Because I am,” she insisted stubbornly.“If you say so.”“Don’t worry, brother. I’m a terrible liar, ain’t I?”“And I know there’s something else you are not telling me.”“Oh, God! You’re getting more annoying every day. I might change my phone number if you won’t stop doing that.”Instead of getting insulted, Tripp barked out laughing. “Just wanna cheer you up, sis. And I missed squeezing you. Tell me you didn’t turn into an elephant.”“Of course not. Closer to a whale though, but still squeezable.”“Don’t tell me you’re still pulling off that Yoga and that keto shitty diet, Charleigh.”“You ar
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His daughter just giggled and kissed him back as she showed her pinky. “I’ll behave, Daddy. I pinky promise.”“You said that like a dozen times already.” Bryce smiled, feeling his hope skyrocket. He hugged and kissed Clary one more time before he got inside the cab. “Just go, Bryce, before you’re gonna be running late for your flight. Dax will be here in an hour,” his grandpa said, hands on his daughter’s shoulders.“Okay, Grandpa. I love you both.”The cab drove off smoothly, and his gaze was still on the side mirror as he watched them getting smaller from his view. This was the first time he would be miles away from his daughter. If it wasn’t for Charleigh, he couldn’t leave his kid even though, no doubt, his grandpa and Dax would take care of Clary. He still felt half-empty.The flight was less than two hours, and he’d never felt excited in his entire life. He even bought a bouquet of mixed roses and carnations from the airport to win Charleigh back.On the way to the office build
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Bryce’s eyes widened in shock. “What? Why? Did she get into trouble? I mean, did she get fired?”Kayden shook his head. Sadness crossed his face. “No. She resigned.”“What? Why? How?” He shut his mouth closed. He felt like he just stabbed himself in the heart.“Her decision. Even her brother couldn’t stop her from resigning.” Still, He didn’t get why Charleigh gave up the job she was so proud of. She went there to the town for her promotion and then she suddenly resigned. It didn’t make any sense.Bryce’s world spun around him, and his heart was aching. He managed to grip the armchair before he stood up and paced. Could he be the reason why Charleigh chose to resign? That was impossible.“This can’t be. Charleigh loves her job. Why would she do that?” “We were all shocked. I know how much she loves her work and how much she worked hard to get her promotion.”“Can I talk to her brother?”“Sure.” He nodded subtly. “But Tripp is in a meeting with our new client. He won’t be here until
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One Last Chase Epilogue
Four months laterLater in that beautiful afternoon“By the power vested in me as the the city mayor of Hopes Spring, I now pronounce you, husband and wife. You may now kiss your bride.” Dax smiled at Tripp and Ari as they were about to kiss in front of their one hundred guests, in front of their newly renovated house.Everyone erupted as they applauded the bride and groom. “I love you, Ari. Always.” Tripp closed his eyes as his lips touched hers.The kiss lingered for a moment as he cherished the feeling that, for the second time, they officiated their marriage, and this woman still belonged to him as he belonged to her. The kiss was so incredibly romantic that their guests kept on applauding.This time, they kissed in front of the people they loved and cared about. No more secrecy.The reception was just in their cozy backyard— a moonlight garden theme. Instead of tents,Tripp designed a glass house with iron scaffolding for the reception dinner that fitted one hundred guests. It h
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“Jesus! What’s wrong with getting pregnant? I can take care of you, of both of you, if in case. I can provide whatever our child may need. I can hire a nanny if you think you would get distracted in your study while taking care of our child. It’s our child, Ari.” He was pissed off. His chest heaved as he loosened his tie.“Tripp—”“I don’t believe in an unplanned pregnancy. Why would they fuck unprotected if they don’t want to get pregnant? And I won’t let you get distracted either, but if you happen to be pregnant right now, I would be the luckiest man on earth. And you won’t dare ask me to get rid of it because I won’t let you do that.”They didn’t talk about having their own family, but Tripp was getting there. He worked hard on it.Starting a family was something that didn’t come to his mind before he met Ari again, but the idea of having his wife and kids laughing in their home was the biggest fucking dream of his life. Who would have thought it would be easy for him to dream abo
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The goodbyes were pretty emotional for Ari.Leaving her father, her best friend, her friends, and her home where she grew up was hard for her. But she also considered her husband and his work, and their future.It might be difficult in the beginning, but she could not take it away from the love of her life. She knew the moment she gave Tripp and their relationship a second chance, it came with a price, and it required sacrifices she’d be willing to take.“Oh, God. I’m so terrible.” She groaned and tried to open her eyes when she felt a soft kiss on her lips and the familiar smell of his perfume wafting in the air.“I should really start waking up early before school starts.” She was so drained, and the fact that she wasn’t used to taking the morning shift, she felt guilty for Tripp. “Get some more sleep, sleepyhead. See you later.” It was the voice of her hot husband before she felt a kiss on her forehead. Then she was back to her slumber.She woke up with a satisfied smile on her li
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They were back to Hopes Spring on Teagan’s birthday. Surprisingly, Tripp was welcomed by the old man with open arms, calling him son.Again, Dax, Charleigh, and Bryce were around as the old man blew the candle on his cake from Clereigh Cakeshop.When everyone left, Teagan settled on the chair on the porch. Tripp was planning to corner him while Ari was busy in the kitchen.“So, are you really taking her away from me?”He sighed. Relief flooded in his system and finally, Teagan was being civilized with him.“I am not taking her away from you. She’s still your daughter, and nothing’s gonna change that. And I am sure Ari would not allow that if that was my plan. She still thinks about your well-being, Teagan. Everyday. And you are always welcome to come with us.”He stared at him. “And leave my home?”“Then you are welcome to visit us. Just let me know ahead of time so that I can arrange your flight.”“I would love to visit cities once in and while. Thank you.”“And I want to talk to you
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Ari gasped, then sucked in a deep breath as she felt her being so full and stretched.Tripp stilled for a moment as if giving her time to adjust, but that wasn’t what she wanted.She loved this position, and so as Tripp. She was on four and felt so tight around his cock from behind that made her dizzy with needs.He groaned when she pushed her ass back, demanding him to move, giving him a squeeze on his thigh restlessly. He held her shoulder as he pulled it all out. His cock was coated with her wetness, causing Ari to groan from the sudden emptiness.Tripp slid his hands down her back, holding her hips, and then in one long thrust, he was inside her again.Her head lowered voluntarily while his hands tightened around her hips as he bucked forward, pushing deeper, and she took him in. He began pumping his hips forward and back harder, causing her walls to clamp around him, Tripp saw stars.“Ah! Don’t stop.” He liked the way she utterly lost when she was with him, not caring how greedy
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Tripp’s anger filled his chest. His chest was heaving. “Or maybe you can give it to your mistresses instead.”“Careful, son.”“You better go and don’t come back. Let’s keep between us professionals or business rivals if we cross our paths again.” He was about to turn back when his father mentioned something that made his blood boil.“So you’re keeping tabs on me now? What about it?”“You’ve been married—”“My personal life is none of your fucking business.”“Watch your tone, son,” he said firmly.Tripp just got under his skin. “Or what? You look so desperate, father. Can’t say that I’m surprised. You should let the younger people handle the designs because it looks like you can’t keep up anymore.” He watched his father fidget for the first time. For him, it looked like a small victory to celebrate. “And my marriage is the best thing that has ever happened to me.”“It won’t work. Trust me.” He just showed how disgusted he was.“You know the problem is? I don’t care.” He shrugged. “Not
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“Are you sure you’ll be okay?” he asked Ari one more time before he looked out through the windshield. They parked in front of the Weine Cornwell School of Medicine. “You could use this.” He leaned down to kiss her on her lips. “Relax. I know you don’t need good luck. I’ll see you later?”Tripp could feel the nervousness vibrating under her skin, but he believed in her. She took a deep breath and smoothed her pants before she squeezed his thigh and climbed out of the car.“Wait.” She rounded to Tripp’s side and leaned over.Tripp rolled down the window. “Yeah?”She took something from her bag. Her notebook. “I think this belongs to you. I can’t see I’m surprised how good you are at what you do.”He took it from her with a smirk on his lips. “See? You were also snooping.”“That’s my notebook.” She rolled her eyes. “Those are great, Tripp. Don’t give up until you make that into a real yacht. I believe in you, husband.”“Thank you, baby. That means a lot. See you later.” He waved goodby
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“I’m still working there until I pass in the interview in Weine Cornwell.”“Cornwell? As in medical school?” His mouth dropped. His eyes lit up with pride. “Jesus, baby. I couldn’t be prouder.” She was rewarded with a loud kiss on her lips. “You will nail it. Why did you not ever mention this to me?”She shrugged, feeling suddenly shy. “I’m not sure I would be selected out of six thousand applicants, but I wanna keep my head down. They only invited seven hundred fifty for this interview.”“Wow. I would have never doubted you. So if you will pass, you will resign from your job. That means you will be here with me permanently. How about your house? Is this okay with your dad?”She stood up from his lap, still fully naked. Tripp held her hand. “Let’s soak in the tub. Then we will talk more about your school.”Once the tub was full, he poured a good amount of his body wash. “We will go shopping for your stuff after your interview.”She joined him in the tub, settling between his thighs. “
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*Flashback aheadWith one smooth thrust of his hips, he was all inside her. She screamed his name in shock at the feeling of being so full and stretched, and her womb shook. Tripp groaned against their mouths as he kept her unmoving, relishing the feeling of them fitting so perfectly.He broke the kiss, pressing his forehead against hers, his breathing was heavy against her face.Everything was overwhelming him, clogging in his throat. It felt unreal even though he knew and felt this was happening. He and Ari were one, and their souls were intertwined forever.“Christ, Ari. It feels fucking amazing.” Then he pulled his cock out completely. “Tripp.” Ari sighed at the loss of contact, wanting to feel him inside her and having to feel being stretched again. She bit her bottom lip, and it would almost draw blood against her teeth.Moments later, Tripp slammed into her again, hitting her clit. Her nails clawed into his flesh as she could not stop shaking.She moaned at the sensation. Her
