MasukOn our way home, we stopped at a shop brimming with vibrant candies, chocolate bars, and treats in various shapes and sizes. Chloe's eyes widened in delight; candy was undoubtedly her weakness. She peered through the glass, contemplating her choices. Bruce stood beside me, arms crossed, both of us o
Ace…My feet were resting on the desk shared by Bella and me, our office now organized and neat, though I knew it wouldn’t last long. I had spent the early hours sorting through paperwork and issuing directives. As I brought a cigarette to my lips, I inhaled the acrid smoke, watching it swirl and gr
I appreciated Chloe's charming nature; she had stunning dark brown hair and a mature demeanor, yet she could be quite mischievous. It became clear that she had inherited my personality traits. Whenever she threw a fit, it was incredibly amusing. Ace, however, did not share my amusement; he seemed to
Richard shook his head disapprovingly at Ryder, clearly unhappy with how easily he succumbed to Chloe's antics. As for me, I didn’t mind at all. Ryder was her uncle, and he could spoil her if he wished. The food arrived, and I took a sip of my wine. Laughter filled the air as everyone enjoyed themse
Bella…I urged the maids to hurry up with the dining room as we were busy setting it up. Only the finest cutlery and crystal glasses were to be utilized. The table was to be adorned with white tablecloths and red placemats. I moved gracefully around the room in a black dress that accentuated my figu
“You have created a family, my love.” I returned her smile, gently rubbing her shoulder as I looked down at the way she cradled her so effortlessly. She traced a finger through her dark hair. "She’s going to look like you," she said with a soft chuckle. "What have you decided?" I asked, feeling a se
Rosa…I took a sip of my wine, not knowing what to say. What do we talk about? I mean, I am his employee; the only thing we can talk about is work, right?“How do you find the wine?”I look at Ashton, “Taste good. Thank you for taking me out. I assume you want to discuss the meeting we had this morn
Rosa…Stacey had been on my case the rest of the week. She would find fault in everything I do and wear. I swear she had nothing better to do than play fashion police the entire day. I don't know what I did to her but good grief, this woman was getting on my last nerves.Brigitta told me Mr. Black w
Ashton…I looked at the time and saw that it was almost eight. I asked Sam to drop me off this morning since I came back late last night from Italy. I had been away for the past month, seeing to my grandparents business along with my sister. She was one of their top models. Grandpa wasn't feeling we
Ashton…I haven't met anybody like Rosa. Her name suits her perfectly. She looked like a rose every time she blushed and I couldn't stop myself from making those rosy cheeks on her face. She was cute every time she tried to hide her face from me. I couldn't stop looking at her.I glanced at her as w







