Liam interrupted her with a chuckle, his laughter lightening the tension in the air. "Feeling something for me?" he interjected, a hint of amusement coloring his tone. "Nah, don't worry yourself too much about it, especially since she's married."Natalie froze, her eyes widening in shock. "She's married?" she repeated, her voice barely a whisper. Liam's slip of the tongue had revealed a secret Amelia wanted to keep hidden.He instantly realized his mistake, regret washing over him. Amelia had made it clear that she wanted her personal life to remain private, and he had unintentionally revealed her marital status. Stammering, he attempted to backtrack. "No, no, that's not what I meant," he stumbled, his words faltering. "I... I must have misspoke."Natalie's eyes bore into Liam's, her curiosity demanding an explanation. "Why didn't you say she was married?" she pressed, her voice filled with a mix of surprise and suspicion.Liam paused for a moment, contemplating his response. He kn
Andrew's voice filled with pleasant surprise as he spoke on the phone, "Already? I didn't know you'd be back so soon," he exclaimed, a mix of surprise and excitement coloring his words.Lila's voice held a touch of longing as she replied, "Nah... I was missing you already." Andrew's smile widened at her words, feeling the warmth of her affection through the phone.Eager to see Lila, Andrew asked, "Where are you?" Lila's response came swiftly, her voice carrying a hint of anticipation. "My plane just dropped, I'm still at the airport," she informed him.Curiosity piqued, Andrew inquired further, "Who's picking you up?" Lila hesitated, her playful manner giving way to uncertainty. She bit her lip as she played with her hair, then finally confessed, "No one... yet."Determination surged within Andrew, overpowering any reservations he might have had. "I'm coming," he declared, his voice laced with urgency. "Wait for me."Hanging up the phone, Andrew rushed out of his study, his steps q
Andrew's laughter joined Lila's as he glanced out the car window, his mind briefly whisked away by the momentary escape from his worries. Lila's presence had an uncanny ability to lift his spirits, even in the midst of uncertainty.Sensing that something was amiss, Lila turned her attention back to Andrew, her eyes filled with concern. "So tell me, how have you been? I noticed your mood, even if you're trying to hide it. What's wrong?" she inquired gently, her voice conveying both care and understanding.Andrew turned to face Lila. "I just need to cool off," he admitted. The weight of recent events had taken a toll on him, and he longed for a respite from the demands of his life.Soon, they arrived at the hotel, their destination for the moment. Lila glanced at Andrew, with gratitude in her eyes. "Thanks," she said warmly as she stepped out of the car. She turned to look at Andrew who was still seated inside his car. "You're coming, right?" Lila asked, her words hanging in the air
Lila placed her hands gently on Andrew's chest, her eyes filled with concern. "I know you, cupcake. I can sense when something is bothering you," she replied softly.Andrew's desire for solace and connection intensified as he pulled Lila in for a kiss.His grip on her tightened as he carried her effortlessly, his longing translating into a fiery passion. The weight of their bodies sank into the softness of the bed, consuming them with desire and escape.A spark of playfulness ignited in Lila's eyes as she playfully cautioned him, her voice laced with a teasing tone. "Careful, tiger," she whispered, a mischievous smile dancing on her lips. Andrew chuckled, his arms securely holding her, his eyes locking with hers.Andrew's longing for distraction pushed him to deepen the kiss, seeking solace and a temporary release from the weight of his emotions.Lila reciprocated his fervor, her hands running through his hair as their bodies pressed closer together on the bed.Andrew's desire to fo
Lila's eyes sparkled with a mixture of nostalgia and fondness as she looked at him. "Are you jealous, cupcake?" she countered, her voice warm with affection. "You're right. We shared something special, even if it was meant to be a distraction for you, a way to forget about Amelia."Andrew took a step back, the weight of Lila's words settling upon him. In that moment, he realized that he had sought solace in their connection, using their intimacy as a temporary escape from the pain of his past. But the truth remained—he couldn't truly forget Amelia.Lila's eyes narrowed as she confronted Andrew, her voice firm. "Am I lying? You couldn't even deny it," she challenged, her words hanging heavy in the air.Andrew took a step back, buttoning his shirt as he avoided her intense gaze. "I don't know," he admitted, his voice tinged with uncertainty.Lila's frustration grew, her voice laced with determination. "You do know," she insisted, her tone leaving no room for doubt.Andrew turned to fa
Lila bit her lip, her eyes darting back to Andrew. She took a deep breath and replied, her voice steady but filled with a mix of determination and vulnerability, "Yes."There was a moment of silence on the other end of the line, and then her boyfriend spoke again, his voice tinged with curiosity. "I'll be expecting you," he said before hanging up.As Lila ended the call, she glanced up at Andrew, her eyes meeting his. She could sense his gaze studying her, his understanding gaze penetrating beneath her facade. His words broke the silence, filled with observation. "Hmm... I see what you're trying to do," he remarked, his tone carrying a note of both amusement and insight. He could sense that she was attempting to make him jealous.Lila's cheeks flushed slightly as she met Andrew's gaze head-on. She couldn't deny the truth in his words, but she also couldn't ignore the complicated emotions that lingered between them. ********Liam stood in front of Natalie, his expression calm yet ti
Amelia's surprise was evident in her expression as she processed Liam's revelation. "Ohhh... you have a girlfriend? You didn't say," she uttered, her voice filled with a mix of surprise and a hint of disappointment.Liam felt a surge of guilt washing over him, realizing the weight of his actions and the lack of transparency he had exhibited. He stammered, his voice filled with remorse, "I'm... I'm sorry about the kiss. I just got carried away."Amelia's gaze remained averted, her thoughts swirling in her mind. She couldn't help but wonder if Liam's omission about having a girlfriend was intentional or merely an oversight. She mustered the strength to ask, her voice tinged with a hint of disappointment, "Is that why you didn't tell me you had a girlfriend?"Liam's face reddened, his discomfort increasing. He had hoped to avoid causing Amelia any discomfort, but his actions had inadvertently led to this awkward revelation. He apologized sincerely, his voice filled with genuine remor
She moved away from him, gracefully settling herself on the bed. Andrew stood there, a mixture of emotions coursing through him. He couldn't deny the impact Lila still had on him."Fine," Andrew conceded, a touch of resignation in his voice. "Just call me when you need me. It's good to have you back in New York."Lila watched as Andrew made his way towards the door. Sensing a lingering tension, she blew him a playful kiss, a silent invitation for him to remain a part of her life. Liam found himself lost in his thoughts, unable to shake off the lingering memory of the kiss he shared with Amelia. He lay on his bed, staring up at the ceiling, contemplating the complicated emotions swirling within him. He hadn't anticipated developing such deep feelings for Amelia, and now he had to face the reality of his girlfriend, Lila, arriving shortly.As time passed, Liam's focus was abruptly interrupted by the sound of a car pulling up outside. He knew Lila had arrived. With a sigh, he sat up