ASHLEY.
My eyes are drawn to slits as mom's gaze moves to my legs and Sinclair remains still; staring at me with a stupefied expression and furrowed brows.
"Ashley, what the... What the hell are you doing?" She raises her voice, the basket in her hand dropping before her in a loud thud, and I shut my eyes for a brief moment, fear streaming through me.
God, this is bad! This is so fucking bad! This is not how I imagined my fucking morning to go!
"Move. " I whisper to Sinclair, who hasn't moved, pushing at his shoulders and pulling the duvet over my body with my gaze on my leg; too scared to meet the woman's eyes.
"This is what you've been doing? You had a guy in here? I knew something was suspicious when you wouldn't let me in here, but I never thought it was something like this! What is wrong with you, Ashley? Why will you..." She pauses, her eye
ASHLEY. "What did you say to him?" I walk towards Vincent and he folds his arms against his chest, a frown on his face as he says, "Do you honestly think you're in the position to question me right now?" Shaking my head, I say, "You're overreacting, Vincent. The two of you. " I motion towards mother who stands at the other side of the room, watching the interchange. "I'm yet to understand how you don't see what's awry in this. " Vincent says, moving towards the couch while I trail behind him. "And I fail to understand how you think there's something improper with this. What rule says you can't fall in love with your brother's best friend? I don't get why you're so against this. " I whizz and he snaps his head to me, his gaze hard and warning. "Are you fúcking kidding me? You don't see what's wrong with this? I'm doing all these to fucking protect
SINCLAIR."So Vincent found out about you and Ashley, and things went bad?" Heather questions and I hum."But you knew that was going to happen, didn't you? We both know how Vincent is, Sinclair. You know how protective he is about his sister, and you..." She pauses and I crease my brows, challenging her to finish her words. She chuckles before saying, "You're known for a reputation of fucking around with girls. I understand the guy if he wants you away from his sister. "I scowl at her and say, "You are only saying that because you've had his dick in you. No surprise there if you defend him. " I snap and Heather gasps, shaking her head with a hurtful expression on her face."That was so mean of you! I wasn't siding with him anyway. If you both love each other, then no one should stop that. " She shrugs and I nod, saying, "Unfortunately, they do not think that way. I need Vincent to
ASHLEY. I whimper as he pulls my bottom lip between his mouth, his teeth sinking into the flesh; giving me tides of both pain and pleasure. "Sin, " I moan and he groans against my lips, his hand moving my sides and gliding across the skin before reaching to my shoulder and yanking the coat I have on. Sin pulls back, his eyes dilated with desire evident in them as he drinks me in, the big shirt I decided to put on doing the justice I expected of it. "Fuck, Little Greene. You came here prepared, didn't you?" He grunts and a smile spread over my face as I watch the way his eyes dances across my body – drinking in every single inch. "Come here, " he commands and I don't need to be told twice before moving into his arms. He wraps an arm around my waist and hauls me to his chest, his hand moving to my ass and I wrap my legs around his legs, adjus
ASHLEY.He said them.Those words. He fúcking said he loves me.Sinclair Leovough just said he fúcking loves me.God, I can't decide which one to think about. The fact that we just had the most mind-blowing sex after an extended time with him moulded to my body without the impediment of protection? The fact that he coated and bathed me with his cum, and I took it like the greedy girl I am, or the fact that the man just said he fucking loves me.Excitement skimmers through me, and my face split into a grin as I move from my fours and wrap my arm around his neck."Say it again. " I demand and he chuckles, wrapping his arm around my waist and moving me to his lap, his cock brushing my wet, throbbing pussy while his hand moves to my hips."I love you, Ashley. I fúcking love you. " He sa
Hi Sweethearts! I didn't want to do this until I update with a new chapter, but I got a little impatient. That plus the new comments I read recently requesting for updates. Got a little down these past few days. Right at the time when I wanted to try daily double updates. So sorry I went missing with updates. To the new readers: I said it in an author's note under a chapter earlier, but seems like not everyone read that. I do daily updates between 12 AM-3 AM Singapore time, if I'll do double updates; the second chapter will come around noon, Singapore time. But if there's no update within this time; it means something came up, and the update will be later on. Since I went missing with updates for the past two days, I feel the need to make up for those times so updates will be double for now. Thank you all for reading, and enjoying the journey so far. And a huge thanks for yo
VINCENT.She groans against my lips, her hands moving to my neck to pull my body fixed against hers, and my grip on her waist tightens; excitement flooding through me at the feel of her mouth against mine... Again.I part her lips and thrust my tongue inside, a groan issuing from her mouth when I swirl my tongue around hers in an intense battle for dominance."We can't do much here. I have to get back to work. " I grunt, pulling back reluctantly and she draws her brows together, saying, "Whoever said we are doing more than this?" A chuckle falls from her lips, and I take a step back to create a safe distance between us."What the fuck is that supposed to mean?" I lift my brows and she shrugs, saying, "Nothing, but did you seriously expect me to have sex with you?""That seems like something you were about to do, and willingly too, might I add, if I hadn't
ASHLEY. I look back to Heather sitting next to my brother so innocently like they weren't just eating each other faces outside this room, before taking my eyes to meet my mom's ferocious gaze and almost rolling my eyes at the look on her face. "Out. I'm home. " I tell her, sidestepping her to move further into the room, and leaving her to trail behind me. "What do you mean out? You have been out for a long time, Ashley. This is late. " She complains and I turn to her view with creased brows, "And I'm an adult, mother. I can take care of myself and it isn't that late anyway. Please stop overreacting. " I sigh, and she shakes her head, her hands firmly on her hips. "You aren't the one to tell me how to discipline my daughter, young lady. Where were you?" At first, I thought of trickery, I thought of the need to lay low, I thought of Sinclair's words, but the fact that sh
ASHLEY.I open my eyes up with gratification swirling around me, and my body feeling so relaxed with last night news. After an unwarranted battle, it's ultimately over and now I can be with my man without having to care about how my brother will see about it.I told Sinclair last night and he was as thrilled as I was to hear the news.I stare up at the ceiling with a smile on my face and my hands on my belly.The vibration of my phone distracts me and I grab the mobile, my heart fluttering at the sight of two new text notifications; one from Lucinda, and the other from Sinclair.Out of habit, I open Sin's message first, and he doesn't fail to stretch a grin on my face.SINCLAIR: Wakey Wakey, Little Greene. It's time to get out of your fantasy of having me between your thighs. School day, which means I won't be able to see y
RALPH. "You're here. " I smile, moving from my seat to give Ashley a hug before she slides into the seat across from me, while I settle back on mine. "Hey, Ralph. How are you?" She smiles, removing her glasses and leaning forward. "I haven't heard from you in a while. A surprise you called. " "Yeah. We've all been busy, haven't we?" I say and she nods, keeping that gentle smile on her face. "Do you want to order anything before—" I start and she shakes her head. "No. I'm good. Are you?" "Sure, I am. " I respond and she hums, narrowing her eyes at me when I say no other word. "You wanted to meet?" "Yes. " I nod, linking my fingers and dropping them in front of me. "I want to talk to you about something important, and I don't know if you've heard it from Lucy or—" "What's it?" She asks and I take a breath before I continue, "You know she's pregnant, don't you?" Her eyes widen. "She is?" I push my head back. "You don't? I thought she'd tell you about that. " "No, she didn't.
Hey, Sweethearts! While wait for Lucy and Ralph's chapter that I'll be releasing this evening, which will be the last bonus chapter that'll close SIN entirely; I just want to let you know that Arabella's story is out!! I know some of you wanted to see her development, and now you have it. Her book is out, and it's titled CRAVE. You can go under my author's icon to see it or simply search for it. CRAVE is a new journey, so it'll be needing all of your support. There are only three chapters available now, so do add to your library, spare some votes for the new one and do leave a review on your thoughts of her story. They'll all be well appreciated. Once again, I'll thank you guys for sticking with SIN to the end. I hope you'll give Arabella the same support you give her brother:-) Thank you, and see you soon again.
DAVE. ✓THREE MONTHS AGO. ASHLEY'S WEDDING. ~ "Hey, I thought Ashley said you weren't in town. " I turn to see Lucy approaching me and I smile at her as she stands in front of me. "I wasn't, but I am now. " "Just for the wedding?" She teases and I laugh, "I couldn't afford to miss it now, could I?" "Definitely not. " She agrees and we both laugh before I open my arms and she gives me a tight hug before she pulls away. "It's nice to see you again, Dave. " "You too, Lucinda. You have..." I trail off, my eyes moving down her body before I meet her gaze again. "You're looking more beautiful. " "When have I ever not?" She replies cockily and I shake my head before I turn my head from her, taking a sip of the drink. "I'll talk to you later, yeah? I need to be on my way. " "See you later. " I say with a raise of the glass and she smiles before she starts to walk away. A sigh leaves my lips as I look around the room filled with people who are here to celebrate the big day of Sincl
VINCENT. My chest falls as I stride inside the house, and shut the door behind me. "And why do you have a frown on your face?" I flinch a bit at the sudden sound and relax when I look to my side to see Heather leaning against the wall with her hands crossed to her chest and a tiny smile on her face. Her blonde hair is pulled in a messy bun, and she's in one of those transparent lace with her bra and her lace panties peeking out from beneath. "Hey, angel. " I smile at her, and she strolls to my front, locking her hands around my neck while I use my free hand around her waist. She kisses the side of my face before she pulls back and whispers, "Hey. ""How long have you been waiting there?" I ask her, referring to her little hide and seek, and she says, "Since I heard the sound of your car. What's wrong? Why did you have a frown on?""Just a stressful day at work. Things didn't exactly go as we thought they would. " I tell her and she looks down at her other hand. She grabs my suitcas
ASHLEY. "Are you nervous?" Heather chuckles as she places a hand on my shoulder and I shake my head despite my trembling hands fisted in my gown. "You do look nervous, " she says playfully. "More happy than nervous?"Lillian turns to me this time with her six-year-old daughter placed on her hip. She's dressed in a simple gown that stays fitted to her body and brings out her perfect features. The woman is still looking as beautiful as ever. "I can remember your words from years ago, Ashley. You promised you'll be more happy than nervous when your big day comes. " I did say that. I said that because I wasn't the one dressed in a heavy gown with a groom waiting to finally lay the final claim on his bride. But now that I am, it'll be a lie to say I'm not nervous. I'm fucking nervous, but that also equals happiness. This is really happening: I'm getting married to that man. After years full of ups and downs, fights and amends, learning and understanding each other better – we're gettin
SIX YEARS AND A FEW MONTHS LATER. √WASHINGTON. DC. ASHLEY. "So you're back and the first person you thought to meet is your man?" Lucy's loud whining voice echoes through my ears, and a chuckle leaves my mouth as I move the phone away a bit before glueing it back to my ear. "I remember you doing the same thing months ago, backstabber. " I remind her of her playful betrayal as I walk inside the company. A company that's managed by Vincent, Sinclair along with one other friend of theirs. It's been three years since they graduated college, and decided to pursue the world of business and exchange side by side, and I'm so fucking proud of how far those men have come, and how fast they continue to grow. When Sinclair first told me about the idea, I was shocked because I wasn't expecting him to go along that line. I would have never imagined Sinclair to go with business despi
SINCLAIR. "What are you getting her?" I ask Vincent as he looks through the set of chocolates on the top rows. He looks back at me and furrows his brows, "Isn't that obvious?" "Just chocolates?" I raise my brows and he sighs, dropping the chocolate box with other things he bought before turning back to me. "Okay, what's it? Don't fucking tell me it's nothing because I know it's fucking something. You've been acting this way since we came in. " "I don't know, man, " I tell him and sigh when he narrows his eyes at me. "I just don't know what to get Little Greene. " "I told you not to call her that name around me. " He frowns and I chuckle. "You should have gotten used to it by now. She's the little one, isn't she?" He rolls his eyes and moves to the other end, and I follow behind him closely, my eyes moving across the set of gifts on the rows but nothing comes close
ASHLEY. A smile remains on my face as I stare at mine and Sinclair's last message. ME: I'm not sure I'll be able to make it. Lectures are hard on me these days. I'm so sorry, babe, you know how much I wish I could be there truly. SINCLAIR: I understand, Little Greene. My first wish was from you so that's alright. At the end of his message is a smiley face. Though I know he can put up with me not showing up on his day because of school, I also know he isn't okay like he claims to be. It's been two months since we last saw each other. Two months since we left Washington. Two months since that heartening night in the snow that's come to become one of my favourite moments with the man I love. Two months since I got an advance proposal from Sinclair Leovough, as weird as that sounds. "You honestly are a tease, " Lucy
Hello Sweethearts:-)I'm back from the short break! Hatred with Benefits went live on the app. You can go to the author's icon on the home page of SIN. Click on 'About The Author ' and there you can find my available books, amongst which Hatred With Benefits is. There are eight chapters available and more coming in:-) Please be sure to add to your libraries, vote with gems and drop some reviews if you might. It's a new book and needs all the support you can give!And on the bonus chapters. I want you to know I read each of your reviews, even if I'm not able to respond to all and I'm happy to see them. I'm more than glad to write the bonus chapters! I'm doing daily updates for Hatred With Benefits, so I won't be able to do daily for the bonus chapters. The updates will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday. It should be less than ten chapters or that exact amount so do anticipate!:-)That will be all! See you at Hatred With Benefits until Friday for SIN.