“What?”Emma was shocked out of her mind by Rowan's announcement. Did he just say he was her neighbor—the neighbor who just moved in with her?“What would you do?""You know my hands are full with the groceries,” he says, showing Emma his hands filled with groceries, and even Ryan joined in as he raised the small bottle of milk."Me too, me too, mom, let’s go in." Ryan whined, and Emma had no choice as she opened the door, letting both father and son in.She was still in disbelief, but she didn’t want to talk to him in front of Ryan. "Ryan, can you go wash your hands, please?” Emma notes this to Ryan, who runs to his room.And the moment he was out of earshot, Emma turned to Rowan, her eyes mad and searching as she confronted him. “What the hell do you think you’re doing, Rowan? You’re stalking us now.“No… I was staying here first.""That's total bull, Rowan.""I have a lot of houses here, and I just wanted to have a change of location, and coincidentally, you were here too.” Emma wa
She accepted his ride, learning to put her pride aside juts this one time , and she couldn’t ruin Ryan’s bonding time with him anyway; she didn't have the heart to.They got into the car, with Rowan putting Ryan’s seat belt on before he walked into the driver's seat and then turned on the ignition. For a split second, Emma held her breath, taken aback by the moment that Rowan leaned over to her side, making her instinctively close her eyes. She wondered if he was just going to kiss her like this, and her heart skipped a beat. But then she heard a loud click, opened her eyes to see that a belt had been passed over her, and clicked in. He was just putting her in her seat belt, and Emma felt so embarrassed. She felt blood on her cheeks and ears as she turned to the window, clearing her throat as she turned away, embarrassed by what she had just done."Why would you even think he was about to kiss you?" she scolded herself as Rowan smirked before he reversed the wheels, and they were ou
Emma left the elevator and quickly remembered that she was supposed to be at work in less than 20 seconds as she cursed Rowan in her head for distracting her with his damning smile.She reached the department with other recruits already lined up and waiting, and she felt embarrassed that she got in last with everyone looking at her as she joined the small group.She checked herself, making sure her clothes were right and her hair too, as she calmed her breathing the minute someone else walked in."Hello everyone." An older man called, getting all their attention as they all turned from their work desks to the new group at the center."We have our recruits today, and I’d like we can all give them a hand in welcoming them to the planning and strategy department of Kings Consolidated,” the older man says, and the room goes up in applause and smiles."I am Mr. Sanders and the assistant manager of this department. Our manager is a little grumpy this morning, but he’s over there, so be sure
She leaves Jamie’s office after a few minutes of small talk. She then gets the rest of her work done before heading out to get a bit of fresh air.Thankfully, their rooftop was fully vacant and publicly built as a recreational spot to hang out during breaks, and she was glad that there was hardly anyone there right now.She takes in the fresh, crisp air, breaking in and out to cool her head, as so much thought fumbled with her mind and she needed time to think. She wouldn’t like what Jamie said to affect her; she knew that her heart was still away from him. Her thoughts were interrupted by the buzzing of her phone. She saw Raya and Amy on the line for a video call; thankfully, she wasn’t busy.She quickly picked it up, facing the camera to her face, and the minute she saw her friend, her stress quickly reduced. "Hey guys," Emma called to Amy and Raya; they were at the beach with their sunglasses and swimsuits.She was glad they were still enjoying their honeymoon. “Hey Emma, we wanted
The walk of shame back to the company was jarring. Emma knew Jamie was giving her a mischievous and playful glint as he messed with her.“Oh? Something isn’t going on, really.”“Um, why would you say we are in a relationship ?” Emma tried to explain, but their sly smiles just told her he wouldn’t believe anything, especially after what Rowan did in front of them all.They were in the elevator when Jamie scooted over to where she stood. Emma tried her best not to laugh at him; this was her first day, and all this had begun to happen.She thanked God for the moment the elevator opened, and she walked out fast to her desk and tried to concentrate on her work for the rest of the day. She thought the coast was clear, but not until she saw Rowan waiting by the car in front of the office.She tried to run away and act like she didn’t see him, but everything was futile the moment he called her name. "Emma," Rowan said to her.“You,” she whispered, walking to him fast, "get in, get in!” She ca
*Emma*I must be crazy.I really must be going crazy. I thought to myself, I couldn’t believe I did that. Even as I washed the fresh fruits I was preparing for tomorrow's breakfast, I blanked out, still in disbelief.Remembering what I had just done a few minutes ago with Rowan, I kissed him. This time I wasn’t drunk; it wasn’t until I felt water spill on my legs that I looked to see that the sink tap was still open.I turned it off quickly, cleaning the counter space. I couldn’t believe this. "You've gone crazy, Emma,” I scolded myself.“Okay, you just need to focus," I tell myself as I prepare dinner after I’m done. Ryan was in his little world, watching cartoons, while I was in the kitchen.He was so happy; even after he woke from his nap, he had asked for Rowan, but I promised him Rowan was just busy and he would come when needed, but right now I didn’t want to see Rowan.Who knows what would happen to my restraint or shame if he showed up? I served out a meal, and Ryan ate with su
Emma knew there was no way to avoid Rowan.especially since it had been agreed that he would give Ryan a ride to school to avoid the morning traffic rush and spend time with him. But it felt like torture for her, especially since she had kissed him. She still had not gotten the chance to bring it up, especially since she had been avoiding it herself.The car ride to Ryan's school felt like a blur, and the next thing Emma knew, she was once again alone with Rowan in the car.She looked at the rearview mirror, catching a glimpse of his lips in the mirror that quickly had her heart pounding. “Stop it, Emma,” she scolded herself as the car took off."You have something to say, don’t you?” Rowan’s voice broke through her thoughts, and she flinched, hearing his voice. suddenly. “What happened yesterday?”“No,” Rowan replied. “If you mean you want me to forget, then I can’t do that; I just can't.""Then how about just keeping it professional in the workplace? I just started work, and I’m in
Emma was struggling.With work, her thoughts, and a tight schedule, she had tried to juggle everything, including taking care of Ryan, but she hardly had time to sleep these days. Rowan couldn’t help but notice how tired she was when he picked them up. He made sure she was comfortable enough in the company, and he made sure to cut any negative rumors about Emma. Especially now that he was driving her back home from work, she and Ryan were passed out in almost the same sleeping position.Both worn out for the day, Rowan reached home, but let them spend a few minutes in the car before Emma had tossed around, waking up when she was conscious to notice that this wasn’t her bed.She opened her eyes to see Rowan staring at her, making her feel embarrassed that she was too tired to even notice they had reached home for a while. Rowan had a certain look on his face when he was thinking, "Emma, you seem tired mostly these days.""Sorry, I’ve just had a lot on my mind lately.""You don’t have t
EPILOGUERowan never knew happiness could be so beautiful; he made sure to shout to the world that Emma and Ryan were his.The moment his mom Layla found out about their rekindled relationship, she was happy for them, and she was all the more glad they settled their differences and finally chose happiness.But even more, she was happy for them to find each other. As the days passed, Rowan was relentless with his joy.Everyone in the park found out about them, and Rowan was more than proud to show that Emma was his.Even though Emma was shy from attention in the beginning, she got used to it because she knew Rowan wouldn’t stop; she had unleashed a beast who never wanted to stop showing love for her.But he also made sure her relationship didn’t affect how hard she worked; she wanted them to see that her being with the president of the King's Corps would not stop her from working.In no time, she was promoted to assistant manager of the planning division after a little over six months o
It still felt surreal to Rowan.He didn’t want to let go of Emma as they kissed; he didn’t expect her to come back, and he wouldn’t have blamed her.Not that he was an asshole to her, but the moment she left with Eric was an eye-opening experience for him as he walked back to his house. His body was weak, his mind was exhausted, and all he wanted to do was drink.He opened a new bottle of wine, taking it straight from the bottle and sowing it into his system.But he couldn’t feel an ounce of it; he was still wide awake, and it felt like hell and torture for him. He was only left with his regrets and dark thoughts. He imagined Eric getting on one knee and proposing; he imagined his son calling Eric dad and them becoming a new family."I'm so sorry, Emma. I regret everything. I regret it all. I'm sorry,” he mutters as he stays in the dark cover of the room, leaning on a wall with his clothes closed. Who would have thought the billionaire extraordinaire had been torn to pieces? He had
"You freaking live here?"Eric calls, his confusion slowly turning to anger as he looks at Emma, who knew she couldn’t lie, and there was no way out of this, he found out."Yeah, I do; that isn’t your problem either, so get lost.""She told you to let go of her, didn’t she? Now you use your money, wealth, and power to stalk her and make her feel uncomfortable?” He snarled, and Eric then rushed over to push Rowan away from Emma, pinning him against the wall. "Haven't you had enough? Haven’t you harassed her enough, you bastard? You’re making life hard enough for her, and now you move close to her to torment her?""Eric, leave him alone; it isn’t like that!”“From what I’m seeing, it’s very much like that, Emma,” he says before he turns back to Rowan. “Leave her alone." He warned."She hasn’t told me to do that, so why should I listen to you?" Rowan rages as he raises his hand, pulling it into a fist and ready to attack Eric, before Emma comes in between them both."I told you to stop!”
"Eric," Rowan says as he looks to Keith, who was as surprised as him, especially since the client wanted everything to be discreet."Mr. Rowan,” Eric called, moving forward to offer a handshake, knowing Rowan couldn’t refuse, especially since the whole room was full of his employees and Eric’s associates.They had to be professional.And even as Rowan tried to concentrate on the meeting, his eyes were still on Eric, who looked smug. Most times he had seen Eric in casual wear, and when he said they had a chain of stores, he paid no mind to it.But even right now, Rowan King couldn’t help but feel intimidated; this man was also rich and ready to take Emma as his, and he even loved her kid too. He tapped on the table.He didn’t hear Keith call him until he was asked, “What do you think about this president?” Keith says with a raised brow and his eyes narrow at his friend, telling him to focus on this project right now.Rowan wanted so much to be leery and say no to this deal, but he knew
Eric?”Emma calls, and Eric smiles at her before he walks forward. “Hey, Emma,” he whispers, putting her on a high, and Emma relishes in the relief that comes with it.He lets go momentarily as she bends down to where Ryan is shopping excitedly. "Hi, Uncle Eric!” He squeals, and Eric picks him up."Look at how you’ve grown in just a little over a month. Dang!” He says this, and Ryan laughs, hugging him."We missed you!"“I did; I missed you guys,” he says, looking deeply into Emma’s eyes. I could see his emotions and see he hadn’t forgotten about his promise or the kiss."Well, come on in!” She opens the door for Eric to take Ryan in as she looks back at Rowan’s house, especially at the fact that Eric had no clue about it. Hell, how was she going to bring it up?"Um, when did you arrive?" She was shut up with a peck on the cheek, or maybe she shouldn’t tell him. She thought.She watches him drop. Ryan, who quickly goes to drop his toys that Layla had given him, says, "Like an hour ago
Emma's pleasure was immense; this time she wasn’t drunk and relived all the pleasure, and their skin merged as one.She let Rowan take her from the entrance of the house to the couch; their naked skins slapped against each other, and her sex ached for more from him.They changed positions until they ended up inside his room, giving each other the last climax of the night before Emma fell on him, her body limp and weak from rising. Rowan kissed her, watching her as her breath calmed and watching her until she slept."God, Emma, only you can be this crazy for you, and I want you so much. I love you, and I hope you can fully trust and forgive me soon,” he mutters, watching her chest rise and fall as she sleeps and until his eyes become drowsy and he falls asleep.They slept for many hours, and this time when Emma woke up, she didn't. She stretched up, quickly shooting up from the bed, but there was no one beside her.She wondered if she hallucinated last night, but this was her bed or he
“What do you think, Emma?” Layla asked as she gazed at Ryan, who was pleading with puppy eyes, if he wanted to stay with Layla.“Can I go with grandma, please, mama?” He asked Emma, and she could see nothing wrong with the request, especially since it was just one day."I'll make sure to bring him in on Sunday,” Layla said, and Emma could see that she wanted bonding time with her grandson.“Don’t worry about it, Layla; I’ll come by on Sunday to visit and take him,” she said to Layla, and she could see the relief that she was safe and the happiness on Ryan’s face.“Alright, then since the event is pretty much done, we will be going. Ryan, we are going to have so much fun at our sleepover today.""I can’t wait for grandma; bye Mama, bye Papa!” Ryan waved as he and Layla went into the car. That made Emma aware of what she had done; she was not alone with the subject of her very much erotic dream."Well, that was surprising. Shall we go too?” He said this to Emma, who tried not to fiinch,f
Before Emma knew it, she was taken to her room and pampered and powdered up by Raya, who was more than excited to help, even though she was nursing a hangover.Layla had chosen a casual yet soft look: a pastel purple gown reaching her mid-thigh, her hair left to curl around her shoulder, and white sandal heels that matched her bag. She couldn’t thank Raya and Amy enough.Especially when she saw how handsome her son was in a dark blue top and black pants. He looked at her and exclaimed, "Mama, you look so pretty." Ryan squealed excitedly."So do you, baby; you’re so handsome," she called to him. Her phone then buzzed, and it was Rowan telling her he would be there in a few minutes. Her belly churned with excitement but also with nerves.She was going out with the man who she had a sex dream about; yes, they had slept together before, but Emma couldn’t help but feel like she had committed a crime about it. “..Emma!” Amy called, breaking her thoughts and getting her attention back as she
“Deeper,” Emma moaned as she felt Rowan’s tongue against her skin, lapping at her core, and it delved in, making her moan out loud.“Fuck, ugh!” She moaned in pleasure , as Rowan held her legs apart, she clutched on to his head and felt his hot breath against her aching sex.His hands then traveled up her waist, causing Emma to shudder as he pulled her closer, their lips meshing back together passionately, leaving her breathless.“Rowan,” Emma moaned as she felt his hand grab her ass, his lips tracing from her mouth to her cheeks, kissing the nape of her neck before biting down hard."You're so sexy for me and ready for me," Rowan moaned in her ear, and Emma’s body responded to him. “I want you to turn around for me and present your ass to me, love,” he whispered in her ear as Emma turned around.But as she lay there, waiting for his touch and his cock to penetrate her, she roused herself, feeling the anticipation build and her breath catch.She felt the warmth on her back and his hot