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"How are you?" I inquired, hoping to start a conversation."I'm not doing well, to be honest," she responded, her voice low."I'm sorry to hear that. What's going on?""I just ended things with Nick," she confided."Oh no, I'm sorry. What happened?" I inquired, concerned."I finally had enough of his infidelity," she admitted.I was taken aback. Was she really going to preach about cheating? However, I tried to give her the benefit of the doubt and hoped this was a sign that she was making better decisions."Jasper, may I ask you something personal? Are you still planning on marrying Cassandra?" she asked."I would love to discuss it over lunch tomorrow. I have a lot to explain," I replied."Would you like to have dinner tonight instead?" I asked, considering the opportunity to introduce Cassandra to my acquaintance and reconcile any misunderstandings."Sure, that sounds like a good idea. Should I come to your place at 8?" she responded."Absolutely. See you then," I replied, feeling a
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Suddenly, Alex's demeanor changed, and he became alert and playful. With a sly look in his eyes, he called out to me, "Cassandra, come here!"I was curious about what he wanted, so I approached him and asked, "What's going on?"Without giving me any details, Alex commanded, "Don't ask questions, just come over here!"I walked up to him, and he was perched on the kitchen counter. I placed my hands on my hips and inquired with a hint of humor, "What's the matter?"He held out his finger, covered in chocolate, and instructed, "Taste this."At first, I hesitated, feeling uneasy about what he was asking me to do. "This feels so wrong in many ways," I murmured, expressing my apprehension.Alex rolled his eyes and urged me on, saying, "Come on, do it quickly!"I reached for the bowl of chocolate, intending to taste it myself rather than having to lick it off Alex's finger. But before I could indulge, Alex quickly snatched my hand and licked my finger instead. I tried to pull away, but he hel
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"I understand your perspective," Julie said, her tone laced with condescension, "but sometimes we must make tough choices for the greater good. I'm not imposing my will on anyone; I'm just searching for a solution that benefits everyone."I couldn't help but roll my eyes. "That's utter nonsense, Julie. You're just attempting to manipulate everyone into doing what suits you. You don't care about anyone's emotions or opinions, as long as you get what you desire."Julie's grin wavered for a moment, and I experienced a brief sense of satisfaction. Perhaps I had finally made an impact on her. But then she regained her composure and resumed speaking, her words now dripping with venom.If my suggestions don't meet your expectations, perhaps you can propose a better one instead of merely criticizing. It would be more beneficial for everyone if we could work towards a solution together, instead of arguing and pointing fingers.As I approached her, I could feel my frustration building up inside.
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As I halted the car, I pivoted towards Cassandra and spoke up. "Cassandra, you possess some of the most mesmerizing qualities I have ever seen. Your beauty, intelligence, and sense of humor are unparalleled, and your culinary skills are simply incredible. Anyone would be lucky to have you in their life."But Cassandra appeared dubious. "Jasper doesn't seem to think so.""He's just being a jerk," I soothed her. "I'm positive he'll come around soon enough."She expressed her anxiety, "What if he never shows up? What if it's too late?"I attempted to sound confident, "That's not going to happen." Her countenance illuminated, and she faced me. "Could you drop me off at Jane's? I don't want to be alone right now."""I think we should give her a call first," I suggested."Sure, that's a good idea," she agreed, and reached for her phone to dial her friend's number as I got behind the wheel.Her friend's voice crackled through the speaker when she picked up the phone. Cassandra launched into a
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As we lay together beneath the twinkling stars, a wave of gratitude washed over me. Despite the chill in the air, we were snuggled up beneath the cozy blankets, and the gentle glow of the celestial bodies above filled me with a sense of awe and wonder.In an unexpected moment, Cassandra broke the stillness with her angelic voice, singing with a sweet, melodic tone. Mesmerized, I listened with rapt attention, fully absorbed in the beauty of the moment. For a brief period, all the troubles and pressures of the world faded away, replaced by an overwhelming feeling of happiness and satisfaction.As I stole a glance at Cassandra, I couldn't help but notice the tear stains on her cheeks. "Don't worry, Sandy," I offered her words of reassurance. "He'll come around."Cassandra responded with a tinge of doubt in her voice, "One can only hope, right?""I absolutely agree," I replied, attempting to mask my lack of confidence with assertiveness.As we lay there, gazing up at the expanse of the sky
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Jasper 's POV:Once I finished preparing myself, I made my way to the office, although Julie had already left, we had agreed to meet up for dinner later. My day was filled with back-to-back meetings and design approvals, leaving me with no time to catch my breath.Suddenly, it was time for my lunch with Alex, and I hurriedly made my way to his apartment, yearning for a break. Upon my arrival, Alex greeted me at the door, carrying Cassandra on his back."Hello Jasper, come on in! I was just giving Cassandra a piggyback ride," he said with a grin."I can see that," I responded, feeling slightly bewildered.Alex beckoned us inside where Kenny was already seated, absorbed in the TV. Upon greeting him, Kenny seemed unresponsive, sulking with a clear attitude problem."Kenny," I called out, hoping to elicit some kind of acknowledgement from him.After some time, he finally turned his attention towards me, but his manner was far from friendly."Dude, can you at least look at me?" I pleaded."
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A sense of foolishness engulfed me as I let out a deep sigh. Once again, I had committed the same mistake. The weight of regret hit me like a tidal wave, and I was consumed with an insatiable desire to rectify the situation. However, approaching her in her current state would only make things worse, and I cursed myself for my stupidity. If only I could turn back time.As I exited, Alex's look of disbelief and Kenny's avoidance of eye contact made it evident that my mistake was transparent. With a quick "see you tonight," I departed, hoping that time would heal the wounds I had caused.On my way back to the office, I couldn't shake off the feeling of having crossed a boundary. The "employed your services" line was completely out of line, and I acknowledged it. Nevertheless, I stood by my decision not to make any promises I couldn't keep. I longed for the day to pass quickly so that I could apologize to Cassandra and make things right.As the day progressed, I became acutely aware of how
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As soon as Cassandra saw us, a wide smile formed on her face, and before we knew it, she had pulled us into a tight embrace. However, it quickly became too intense, and I found myself struggling to breathe. "Ouch! Cassandra, please let go," I gasped, and she immediately released us.After catching her breath, Cassandra's eagerness took over, and she asked us, "So, how do we make Jasper fall for me?" I was ready to offer my help, so I replied with a grin, "Don't worry, we'll start working on it right away, beginning with your appearance."Alex chimed in, adopting a gentle but assertive tone, "Although your casual style with Converse and worn-out t-shirts is cool, it's time to step it up a notch. Jasper has provided us with some amazing clothes, and it's time to showcase them." Cassandra's expression shifted from excitement to unease.Alex reassured Cassandra, "Please don't misunderstand me, I adore you just the way you are. Actually, if you weren't engaged to Jasper, I might have consid
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Acting on a tip from Marilyn, I decided to visit one of Noah's clubs where an artist signed to his record label was performing tonight. Noah was unaware of my surprise visit, although he knew his mother had come to see me earlier. She had asked if she should inform him about my desire to meet up, but I declined, as I was the one who had cut ties with him and explicitly forbade him from contacting me again.As I approached the entrance, the bouncers inquired if my name was on the guest list. For the first time, doubts crept into my mind, questioning the wisdom of my impromptu visit. A sense of déjà vu washed over me, reminiscent of the day months ago when I went to Noah's residence for an unexpected meet up. That particular evening marked the beginning of our relationship and held the significance of our first intimate encounter. The memory brought a smile to my face, instilling in me the confidence to proceed with my purpose for the night.Approaching one of the colossal bouncers, I
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The children and I didn't make it downstairs until slightly past 10 a.m. It had been an incredible night, courtesy of my unexpected visit from my cousin, Samuel , who asked if he could spend the weekend with us. I was delighted to have his company, and thanks to him, we stayed up later than usual, engaging in enjoyable games, a family karaoke session, and indulging in the junk food he had brought along.Luckily, today was Saturday, so there was no need to wake up at the crack of dawn to prepare for school and work. Samuel was still asleep on the couch in the living room where we had left him the previous night. I signaled to the girls to be quiet as we stealthily made our way to the kitchen to prepare breakfast."What are we having for breakfast?" Anna inquired eagerly. "I'm famished!""Shh! Let's not wake up Uncle Samuel ," Bella admonished her sister in a hushed tone."I agree," I responded softly. "After entertaining us so well last night, he deserves to rest.""Can we have eggs
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As the new school year approached, my enthusiasm surpassed even that of my children. They often wondered what made me so cheerful. I was genuinely delighted to embrace the return of a structured routine. Each day held a sense of purpose: escorting my daughters to school, proceeding to work after bidding them farewell, accomplishing our weekly grocery shopping, enjoying quality time with my girlfriends every other weekend, and sporadically receiving visits from my siblings. These engagements filled my days with various activities, diverting my attention from ruminating about Noah and whether he and Reina managed to establish a connection after that dreadful morning four and a half months ago. It's astonishing how swiftly time has flown by!Interrupting my thoughts, Joe jovially exclaimed, "Knock, knock! Who's there?"I found myself seated in my office, experiencing a rather uneventful day in terms of business. Impatience consumed me as I eagerly anticipated the moment when I must pick
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As we reached the backyard, I was pleasantly surprised to find that Noah's father didn't match the image I had in my mind. Unlike what I expected, the elderly Taylor was tall, slender, and attractive, with hair that's gracefully greying. On the other hand, I couldn't help but feel annoyed when I saw Reina , who looked like she was part of the family. She was wearing tiny shorts that barely covered her buttocks, paired with a cropped knit top that showcased her extremely flat stomach. Her short hair was styled into shiny finger curls, complemented by sleek baby hairs at the front. She was also sporting a pair of Gucci slides, partially concealing her feet. As soon as she spotted me, she casted a deliberate, slow glance from my head to my toes, making it abundantly clear that she didn't welcome my presence. "Hello, Father!" Noah enthusiastically greeted his dad, extricating himself from his mother and approaching his father. "Hey, son!" Exclaimed the older Taylor , stepping forward t
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Over the next three days, Noah and I immersed ourselves in exploring Spain to its fullest extent. We made it a point to visit various tourist attractions and indulge in sightseeing activities. To ensure my daughters were part of the experience, I diligently recorded each outing and shared the videos with them via my cousin's WhatsApp. Alternatively, I would connect with them through Skype during our trips, allowing them to witness our joyous outdoor adventures in real-time.On the fourth day of our stay in Spain, we were abruptly awakened at 7 a.m. by the persistent ringing of Noah's phone. Our sleep schedule had been adjusted since arriving in Spain, causing this unexpected phone call to catch us off guard."Darn it, I should have turned off my phone last night," Noah grumbled into his pillow. "Who in the world could be calling at this hour?""Please answer the darn phone so I can get some more sleep!" I replied drowsily, feeling increasingly annoyed by the incessant ringing that w
