BellaAnna took a sip of her orange juice, her legs on my lap as I gave her nails a makeover.I called her over because I didn't want to be alone wallowing in self pity, and I could talk to her about anything. One of the amazing things my brother's engagement gave me were two new friends who were slowly becoming sisters.Anna was the greatest gift. I loved Eliana a lot, she's amazing but Anna is never too busy for me and we have helped each other a lot. I helped her meet new people to help her party planning business and she helped me with more research with my fashion blog that was getting to places I never thought it could.She was the sister I always wanted and I finally got my wish.I could have called Eliana too, but she had something to do. And I didn't want her to judge me for jumping the bones of the one person she warned me against.Anna sat hunched over the colour catalogue she used for her colour selection for events, her cute lips squeezing in thought."How's that going?"
AlexFive more minutes. Five more minutes to hold this pose. I could already feel the burn, and it gave me some sense of clarity. Working out with Noah was fun, but I preferred working out alone. It helped me clear my head, and right now that’s what I needed.Because of one particular butterfly.Blood suddenly rushed to my dick and I swallowed.She was a monster in bed. I was having issues getting flashbacks out of my head. It annoyed me to no end. I was a grown man, not a teenager. But she made me feel like a newly disvirgined boy again. Her scent, her body, the way she tasted, everything kept replaying in my head.I wanted more. I needed more. But I couldn’t have more. She was my friend’s sister, and the last thing he wanted was us having sexual relationships together.It was bro code, and I think having a good business connection and a good friend is worth more than lusting after a woman.Although the woman was different from any woman I have ever met, and she had a hold over me t
Chap 12 Bella’s POVStupid, stupid, stupid!I felt so stupid! How could I let myself fall for his seduction again? But I couldn’t resist. His sweaty chest drew me in and fogged my senses, and his eyes told me things his mouth refused to say.He couldn’t resist me, but he was fighting us for a reason. I needed to know those reasons, I needed to know what could make him so hesitant, even though his whole body wanted it, wanted us. And for some reason, I wanted him so badly. I couldn’t get him out of my head.Anna told me to be patient, but I’ve already accepted our fate. Whatever was stopping him obviously means more to him than I do, and that’s fine.Fuck him, there are many other men out there.But they are not him… Sigh.This wasn’t my first rodeo, how the hell did I get hung up on a one-night stand? I finished up my hair and took a step back to see how I looked.Beautiful.“Like a goddess.” A voice said, startling me.Fucking Alex in my bedroom.“God you fucking
Chapter 13BellaThe ride was tense. Tense doesn’t even cut it. The only sound occupying the space was the sound of us driving.Alex was as still as a rock, and after stealing glances at him, I could se the grip he had on the steering wheel and the muscle twitching in his jaw and his forehead. Anger washed off him in waves, intimidating the hell out of me.I wanted to say something regarding the manner which he spoke to Collins. I had that covered. He had no reason to ‘swoop in to save me.’ Im beginning to notice had a hero complex. Or maybe he was just jealous. If that’s the case then I don’t really blame him. I’d be jealous if I had been a guy and someone was hitting on me.But i knew better than to bring that up when he had a death grip on the steering wheel.We got home, and without words he got out of the car. Wow okay then.I picked up my purse, and walked out of the car, and without a glance on the man leaning on the car, I walked towards my door.No. I can’t just walk away wit
Chap 14BellaI felt a large arm on my waist and a hard back pressing against me. I snuggled closer, enjoying the warmth the body provided me. memories from last night came rushing back to me, and my face heated.Last night was wild.I felt goosebumps appear all over my body and my sore pussy throb as I thought back to how he fucked me. Alex was a beast. I felt his hard dick on my back and I squirmed in his arms as his palm grazed my very sensitive nipple. I turned back to look at the man at my back, and I saw him gazing at me with hooded eyes.“Hey,” I whispered, touching his stubble. He gave me a small smile that made my heart beat with happiness.My fingers flickered over his face, grazing his soft lips. His lips parted slightly under my touch, and a soft exhale escaped his lips. I couldn't resist the urge to feel them against mine, so I leaned in, pressing my lips gently against his.We kissed softly at first then deepened the kiss, my heart hammering in my chest. I recognized t
Chapter 15BellaAlex gave me one of his shirt and since his shorts were too big for me, I went commando.Like he said, we shouldn't overthink things. It felt right so that was good. I regret nothing. What I regret was not making him jealous earlier.Who knew he could be so possessive? Another thing to add in the list of things I know about Alexander Reed. And he could cook, but if hes a good enough cook? We would know in few minutes. He smiled at me as he brought our breakfast to the bed.I smiled as I collected my plate, bacon, eggs and some pancakes. "Alex, this is too much. I can't finish it."Alex gave me a stern look, "You barely ate anything last night, butterfly. And you weigh even less. Eat."I pouted as I cut a piece of pancake and slipped it into my lips. He must have been staring so hard, because no one noticed I chewed almost the same piece of food for an hour.His eyes softened as he saw me swallow the pancake and his hand patted mine. “You need the energy to replenish
Chapter 16BellaThe dinner went smoothly. Alex visibly seemed more relaxed, and in no time, we were all joking around. I liked Emily. She had sass and fire, needed in a home full of men, but she seemed to argue with Maria a lot.The baby was so cute, and when I carried him in my arms, he smiled, making the motherly instincts I never knew I had to flutter.The twins playfully flirted with me, but after a game of monopoly, they recognised me as an enemy because I partnered with Emily to school the men.Cole and Alex accepted their loss like mature adults, but the twins were finding it hard to accept reality. Maria was the banker. The game went smoothly, well as smoothly as monopoly could go.I had so much fun with Alex's family, and after the game, Maria pulled me into the kitchen to do the dishes with her."Here," she handed me a dish cloth, "I'll wash the dishes, and you'll dry them.""Okay," I took the cloth, and we began."Bella," Maria started, and I turned my attention to her. "
Chapter 17BellaThe sound of loud knocking jolted me out of my slumber. It continued with urgency, and the person even tried to open the door.“Who the hell is that?” Alex muttered, turning in the bed. I wanted to ignore it but it continued angrily.I groaned, getting out of the bed. It was just seven in the morning.“I’m coming,” I wore my flipflops and stumbled out of the room.I didn’t bother checking who was at the door before opening.An angry looking Noah stood at the front of my door. “What the hell were you doing? I’ve been knocking.”I groaned, “What do you think Noah? It’s just seven in the morning.” “What’s your point? Half of the population have accomplished something at this hour.” I threw my hands up in the air, “And the other half is trying to get a goodnight’s sleep!”He looked at me for a while, “Whatever. Get away from the door, or can’t I come into your apartment?”I rolled my eyes, “What sort of question is that? Of course, you- “I clamped my mouth shut as I ins
Chapter 26AlexNoah didn't take it well. As expected. He even broke my nose and jaw because of it.I understood. Not only did I break his trust by fucking his sister who I swore to protect, I didn't tell him when it started. Thankfully, Eliana was there to calm him down or else I wouldn't have had a face anymore.Things were stiff between us the first few days, then he accepted it. Said he couldn't have trusted anyone else to be with his sister if not me.Things were perfect between Bella and I. Linda reached out to Bella, and made her not only an ambassador but the manager of a new division that was opening here in the city.Bella was excited. She flopped the first meeting, but Linda said basically what Laura of Pearls said. Bella was self dependent, and that's what truly mattered. I on the other hand never felt happier. She was all that mattered to me and being with her has made everyday of my life better than the last. We had crazy sex, every orgasm better than the last.I loved h
Bella's Pov Alex smiled at me, his thumb cleaning off the lone tear that escaped my eye. "I said I love you, Bella."Say something! My brain screamed at me and I recovered from the shock. "Why?" I asked, whispering, afraid that the moment might end if I was too loud.He chuckled softly, "Why? You are perfect. Compassionate and beautiful. You light up a room with your presence. A perfect example of beauty and brains. I could go and on, but those wouldn't still explain why I have fallen in love with you.""But I'm impulsive and inconsiderate. We haven't known eachother for long…""You aren't impulsive and inconsiderate. You are passionate and driven. The things you see as faults, aren't faults at all. And we haven't known each other for long, but it feels like I've known you forever.""But, but…" I stammered but he placed a finger on my lips, shutting me up. "But nothing, Bella. If you don't feel this way, it's okay. I just want you to know that, my heart's yours, even if you don't wa
Chapter 24BellaNoah was shocked when I asked him to replace my guard. He wanted to know what happened, but I wasn't giving him any explanation. I didn't want to think about anything. I immersed myself into my work, creating more content for the brands I worked with and spent the other days drinking. I didn't want to leave my home. I didn't want to stumble on Alex.That night felt like a bad dream. I hated myself for believing Antonia. Even Fiona didn't want me there.I should have maintained my pride. I should have walked away when the drinks poured on me. I should have never made that deal. Maybe, just maybe…I brushed that thought away, taking a gulp of my wine. I didn't want to feel anymore. I didn't want to regret anything anymore.Maybe I should have listened to Alex. Maybe I shouldn't have said those words. Maybe I shouldn't have let my lack of judgement and frustration coupled with jealousy get into my head.I hated Antonia. And seeing her wrapped around him with her lips on
Chapter 23Alex's POV"You know I can see through you, right?" I said with a smile as Antonia spoke about how hard it was to be related to a legend.She gasped, placing a hand on her chest, "What do you mean Alex?"I chuckled, playing with my dinner knife, "I know you have a plan to ruin things for Bella."Her eyes widened and she laughed, hard. "I knew there was a reason I liked you."I chuckled, "I see through snakes like you. Now, it would be wise if you stop whatever you are planning. "Bella came, her eyes emotionless as she saw Antonia giggle. She was going to take it the wrong way. But did she even care? Did she care enough to lose sweat over whatever I do? She was so driven by her career, I loved that about her. But she was willing to ruin what we had for something that was obviously a trap. She didn't care if after this, I would keep my distance far away from her.It didn't matter to her, all that mattered was this opportunity to meet her idol and become an ambassador for th
Chapter 22Bella.The trip back home was the worst. Alex and I still didn't talk to each other. That continued even after we got home. We barely spoke when I wanted to go out, and I only went out once. The week was the worst as I planned on how I would style my dress for the wedding at the end of the week.I tried to distract myself by meeting up with Eliana after my brother rudely asked for me to help her get ready for their date. He looked suspiciously happy, and I was happy for him.She wasn't in a good stare because of what went on with Oliver, but by the time we partnered up to make her gorgeous, she forgot all about the incident and focused only on her date with Noah.Something was up with that relationship, one minute they look like they want to kill each other, then the next they look like they can't wait to be in the room together. Eliana always blushes when we talk about sex. One would think she was a virgin but knowing my brother, that was next to impossible. Unless the un
Chapter 21Bella's Pov The dinner party started twenty minutes before we got there. Alex and I got to the hotel two hours before the time for the party to start, and that wasn't nearly enough time for me to get dressed.Alex was ready ages ago and actually offered to help inform me that I wasn't going to take much time,but I explained to him that I had to be fashionably late or I wouldn't be taken seriously. He decided to just leave the room since he was feeling restless. I wore a sparkly deep blue mermaid sequins dress with a high slit. It was off the shoulder, my cleavage evident but not spilling. I made my hair into waves and swept it to a side, then wore my jewellery which consisted of dangling earrings, rings and a little bracelet. Wore my silver heels and after doing my soft yet fierce make up, I was ready to go.I walked in front of the large mirror, a smile on my face as I checked myself out. I twirled in the mirror. The door opened and Alex stepped in, clad in his muscle
Chapter 20Bella's Pov I walked into the room with my robe on. Alex was already under the covers, turned away from my side of the bed. I let out a silent sigh as I wore my night wear and crawled under the covers.Looking at his back, I couldn't judge if he was asleep or not. I tapped on his shoulder, "Alex?" No reply. I tapped him again and I felt him grab my arm."Wha…" I didn't have time to process what was happening as he pulled me into his arms."Alex, you could have told me you wanted to cuddle." I giggled, laying in his chest.He scoffed, "I don't want to cuddle. I just want to steal your warmth.""Deceive yourself all you want, but I know you are obsessed with me." I tapped his nose and he rolled his eyes."Whatever makes you sleep, butterfly." He muttered into my ear and we fell into a deep silence.A lot was going through my mind. What are we doing ? Why did he feel offended when I said what I said about him?Was I wrong? Was it just my fear talking? What if I was getting
Chapter 19 Bella’s Pov It was seven o'clock, and I was dressed and adorned for our first shoot. Alex sat beside me in our car as we trailed behind Pearl's crew closely to the venue. I felt a lot more confident, like the real Bella people saw. Beautiful, fierce, unbreakable. All thanks to the one man I never knew could make me feel so beautiful, so seen. I blushed as I remembered events that happened earlier today in the dressing room while I was getting ready, his head between my legs as he handed his daily meal. He ate pussy better and more passionately than anyone I’ve ever met. And while I wobbled out of the dressing room to show the crew my look, he whispered assumingly dirty words to me like, “I so want to fuck you with that dress bunched around your waist.” Somehow, he managed to make that statement sweet by adding how beautiful I looked after saying that. And I felt beautiful, not just because he said so. He showed it, he made me love every one of my insecurities by mentio
Chapter 18BellaWe met the pearls crew in Dubai. They were all so nice and friendly. I couldn’t meet Laura personally but I met her assistant, who led us to the hotel where they already booked a room for us. It was a majestic five-star hotel to my taste, crawling with rich Arab men and beautiful women.Even Alex was impressed about this fact after criticizing the kind of plane ticket they bought for us, hence why we had to go on his private jet instead.The room was just how we wished it could be. It was a suite adorned with luxurious furnishings and breathtaking views of the city skyline.We settled in the suite after a brief arrangement to meet early tomorrow morning for our shoot. We had the whole day to rest.Alex was already in the suite when I walked in with a towel on his waist and water dripping down his chest.“Hey,” he greeted, taking my attention off his chest and to the teasing smirk on his face as he caught me checking him out. “I could pose for a picture if you like,” h