I was enjoying my little chat with Sean until Chloe spoke up.“Look at you two. So sweet.” Chloe sighed. “ why don’t you give her a kiss on the lips? It’ll be the perfect photo to wrap up the shoot.”What? My jaw nearly fell off.I'm starting to get turned on by his close proximity and the things he says but I can't afford to put my mouth on him right now. That'll be too intimate.I can feel Sean went stiff in my arms revealing that I'm not the only one uncomfortable about this new turn around.I cleared my throat then spoke up. "That won't be necessary," I said quickly, suddenly feeling uneasy.Chloe has this questioning look on her face so I made up another excuse. "We umm…" I glanced at Sean but he wasn't looking at my face. "We don't really like PDA""Oh dear" Chloe says walking up to us. "There's no one here except us so it's okay" She motioned at herself and other people who were working alongside her.“Yes, but…” I faltered. I did want to kiss Sean out here because of the way m
SEANFor the rest of the week, I've been keeping in touch with Katie. I find it weird, funny and intriguing at the same time. I find myself paying more attention to my phone and hoping she comes online and when she finally does, I won't be able to summon up courage and text her.It's not about my pride this time but there's something I couldn't place my hand on that's stopping me from doing so.Rather I'll wait until 8 pm when I'm settled before calling. At first the conversation was awkward, only filled with long fillers and eventually we'll hang up and end it there. But now, it has lingering more into an interesting one and we'll go on until it's late into the night.I sat in my office, replaying the previous night's conversation in my head and smiling sheepishly into the thin air when a knock on my door jolted me out of my thoughts.I sit up and try to regain composure."Enter," I said to my secretary."Mr Walters, you have a visitor. He isn't on the waiting list but he insists he'
KATARA POVI sighed for what felt like the hundredth that night as I tossed on the bed trying desperately to sleep.I couldn't sleep no matter how hard I tried.The wedding is coming up in three days and I'll be moving into Sean's house tomorrow. As I close my eyes, a series of thoughts begin to flood my memories.This night felt like the last minute chance I'm getting to back out if I want to. The past few days have been so great between us, during our late night conversations that I now find myself looking forward to each night.He hadn't called that night and that made me more worried. I know I shouldn't be, I have no right to be.Honestly, I was surprised he’d agreed so readily to the truce. We hadn’t exchanged more than a dozen words since I left him on the sidewalk bench after our engagement shoot, but actively ignoring him was more draining than I’d expected..****Just the way jingle bell announced Christmas, it's the same way lillie's and flowers announced my wedding day. It
We waited for another two boring hours, standing there and appreciating the guests. Flashing them fake smiles, while his hand never left the small of my back. The old couples would make joke and we would laugh as if either of us wanted to be in this position that we are inBy evening, I am already getting tired and my leg aches from standing too much. I felt dizzy and it was then I realized that I hadn't eaten anything that day.I never had the time.I was so busy thinking about how the wedding ceremony was going that I forgot I needed to eat.. my thoughts never went there at all.Now that the wedding is over, the tension hasn't left me yet . Just like that I changed identity and became a part of Walters.Since his parents are dead, just like mine, it was Jacob who stood in as his father. Unlike me, mom and I didn't grow up to have a long time relationship with people.In between moving states, looking for a job and watching over me and I on the other hand, changing schools, trying to
Katara had been working as a contract lover for Sean for a while now, and while she appreciated the financial benefits, she often felt lonely and unfulfilled. That all changed when she met Joshua Taylor, a young billionaire who was Sean's rival in the business world.At first, Katara was hesitant to befriend Joshua, knowing how Sean would react if he found out. But the more time she spent with Joshua, the more she realized that he was different from Sean. He was kind, considerate, and genuinely interested in getting to know her as a person, not just as a contract lover.As Katara's friendship with Joshua deepened, she found herself opening up to him more and more. She told him about her dreams, her fears, and her passions, and he listened intently, offering his own insights and perspectives. For the first time in a long time, Katara felt truly understood and appreciated.One day, as they were sitting in Joshua's penthouse apartment, sipping champagne and enjoying the stunning view of
Chapter 22Katara sat at the edge of the bed, staring blankly at the wall in front of her. She knew Sean was angry with her and had every right to be. But she had tried to explain to him countless times that John was just a friend. It wasn't her fault that Sean was jealous and couldn't see that.She sighed and ran her fingers through her hair. She didn't know what to do anymore. She loved Sean with all her heart, but his jealousy was driving a wedge between them. She missed the way they used to be, carefree and happy. But that seemed like a distant memory now.Suddenly, the door opened and Sean walked in. Katara turned to face him, unsure of what to expect."I'm sorry," Sean said, his voice soft.Katara's eyes widened in surprise. She had expected him to be angry with her, not apologizing."I know I've been acting like a jerk lately," Sean continued. "And I know you've been trying to tell me that John is just a friend. I should have believed you."Katara stood up from the bed and walk
Katara stood at the window of the luxurious penthouse, staring out at the glittering city below. She took a deep breath, steeling herself for the conversation she knew was coming. Sean, her billionaire lover and employer, was due to arrive any minute, and she knew he wasn't going to be happy.Just as she thought, Sean strode into the room a few moments later, his handsome face etched with anger. "What the hell is going on, Katie?" he demanded, his voice low and dangerous.Katara turned to face him, her heart racing. "What do you mean?""You know damn well what I mean," Sean growled. "You're pregnant."Katara's eyes widened in shock. She had known that this was a possibility, of course, but she hadn't expected it to happen so soon. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself. "Yes," she said softly. "I am."Sean's expression softened slightly, but only slightly. "How could you do this to me, Katie?" he asked. "You knew how important it was for me to keep our relationship strictly pr
Chapter 24Katara stood in front of Sean with tears streaming down her face. She couldn't believe the words that were coming out of his mouth. She had never felt so hurt in her entire life. How could he accuse her of such a thing? She had been nothing but loyal and devoted to him since the day they met."Sean, how could you say that?" Katara asked, her voice trembling with emotion. "I would never do something like that. You know me better than that."Sean looked at her, his face softening slightly. "I know, Katara. I'm sorry. I just can't believe that this is happening. I never thought I would be in this situation."Katara took a step closer to him, reaching out to touch his arm. "Sean, I know that this is difficult. But we can get through this together. We can figure out a way to make things work."Sean looked at her, his eyes filled with pain. "I don't know, Katara. I don't know if I can ever trust you again."Katara felt her heart breaking as she heard those words. She had never fe
Katara felt a renewed sense of purpose as she delved deeper into her role as a counselor. Her heart was aflame with the desire to help others find their happiness, just as she had found hers in an unexpected twist of fate with Sean, the billionaire whose life she had entered as a contract lover.As days turned into weeks, Katara dedicated herself to her counseling work. Her office became a sanctuary, a place where people could open their hearts without judgment and find solace in her compassionate understanding. She embraced each story, each heartache, and each triumph as if they were her own.One afternoon, as the sun dipped below the horizon, casting a warm glow over the city, Katara's next client walked into her office. It was a young woman named Emily, who carried the weight of a troubled marriage on her shoulders.With tear-filled eyes, Emily poured out her struggles, confessing how her marriage had lost its spark, and how distant she had grown from her husband, Mark. Katara list
Katie sat by the window of her luxurious apartment, gazing at the moonlit city below. It had been weeks since she became Sean's contract lover, and her heart was a swirl of emotions. While she appreciated the comfort and material wealth he provided, she yearned for something more—a deeper connection that transcended the boundaries of their arrangement.As days turned into nights and moments of intimacy mixed with fleeting conversations, Katie sensed a loneliness within Sean that he tried to conceal with his stoic demeanor. She knew he needed more than the transactional relationship they had, but both were afraid to acknowledge it.One evening, Sean arrived at Katie's apartment with a bouquet of roses, an unusual gesture for their arrangement. He seemed restless, his eyes betraying a vulnerability he seldom showed. "I thought you might like these," he said, offering the flowers with a hint of a smile.Katie accepted the roses, her heart fluttering at the thoughtfulness behind the gestu
In the quiet solitude of a moonlit night, Sean stood by the large window in his penthouse, his thoughts tangled like the city lights below. The laughter, the passion, and the connection he had shared with Katara were unlike anything he had ever experienced. Yet, he couldn't shake the feeling that there was more to their relationship than just a contractual arrangement. He realized he had fallen for her, hard.Meanwhile, Katara found herself caught in a whirlwind of emotions. Her time with Sean had brought joy and pleasure into her life, but it also opened old wounds she had thought were healed. Her heart was torn between protecting herself from the possibility of getting hurt and the desire to let love in, to trust again.As days turned into weeks, their encounters became more intense, both emotionally and physically. The walls they had meticulously built around their hearts began to crumble. But, in the midst of their growing feelings for each other, they were uncertain if it was lov
As the days turned into weeks and the weeks into months, Katie found herself at a crossroads in her life. Her time with Sean had been filled with passion and excitement, but she knew deep down that she needed more—a purpose beyond their contract affair. She wanted to make a difference in the world, to be someone who could offer guidance and hope to those who needed it most.One evening, as she sat in the luxurious penthouse that had become her second home, Katie broached the subject with Sean. They were sipping wine by the floor-to-ceiling windows, overlooking the glittering city below."Sean," she began tentatively, "I've been thinking a lot lately. About my life and what I want to do with it."He set down his glass and turned to her, his expression curious. "What's on your mind, Katie?""I want to become a counselor, an advocate for those who are struggling. I want to help people find their own truths and be a beacon of hope for them," she explained, her eyes shining with determinat
Katie stood by the window of her luxurious penthouse apartment, the city lights twinkling below like stars in the night sky. It had been several months since she began her contract with Sean, and although their relationship had started as a business arrangement, something had shifted within her. As time passed, Katie discovered a newfound purpose that ignited a fire within her soul.Her journey of self-discovery had taken her to places she never thought she would go. From the opulent halls of Sean's mansions to the quiet corners of her own heart, she had unearthed hidden truths and faced her deepest fears. Now, she felt a calling, a deep-seated desire to help others who had undergone similar identity crises and carried family secrets.Katie had always been an empathetic person, but her own experiences had given her a unique perspective. She knew what it felt like to carry the weight of secrets, to question one's own identity, and to long for acceptance. Now, she wanted to use her newf
The warm rays of the morning sun streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a golden glow over the luxurious penthouse apartment. Sean, the charismatic billionaire, stood by the window, his eyes fixed on the bustling city below. His mind was occupied by thoughts of the woman who had unexpectedly captured his heart - Katara.Ever since Katara entered his life as a contract lover, Sean had been mesmerized by her unique blend of strength and vulnerability. There was something about her that stirred emotions he had long buried. Their relationship had started as a transaction, but as days turned into weeks, Sean found himself yearning for more.Katara, on the other hand, had never imagined herself in a situation like this. She had been drawn into Sean's world, captivated by his charm and intrigued by the enigma that surrounded him. As their time together progressed, she discovered there was more to him than just his wealth and power. Underneath the polished exterior, she found
Their peaceful morning was interrupted by the sound of the doorbell. Sean rose from his seat and walked to the entrance, revealing Josh and Rose standing outside. They exchanged hugs and friendly greetings before joining Katie and Sean in the kitchen.The joyful reunion brought an air of excitement to the penthouse. Laughter filled the room as they gathered around the kitchen island, the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingling with their shared warmth. The quartet, united by their unique bond, savored these moments of togetherness.As they settled into a comfortable rhythm, Katie couldn't help but marvel at the way their relationships had evolved. Josh and Rose had become her pillars of support, and Sean had become more than just her lover; he had become her confidant and partner in crime.As they settled into a comfortable rhythm, Katie couldn't help but marvel at the way their relationships had evolved. Josh and Rose had become her pillars of support, and Sean had become more than j
Meanwhile, Katie woke up in her modest apartment, feeling a mix of emotions swirling within her. The morning sunlight streamed through the window, casting a warm glow on her face. She sat up in bed, her mind heavy with thoughts of Sean and the complexities of their arrangement.As she brushed her fingers through her tangled hair, she realized that she couldn't keep these emotions bottled up inside. She needed someone to confide in, someone who could guide her through the storm of confusion that raged within her heart.With a determined resolve, Katie reached for her phone and began searching for a therapist. She knew that seeking professional guidance was the best way to navigate the maze of emotions she found herself entangled in. After careful consideration, she found a compassionate and understanding therapist, Dr. Elizabeth Bennett.The following day, Katie found herself sitting in Dr. Bennett's cozy office, the air filled with a sense of tranquility. Dr. Bennett had a gentle smil
Katie sat alone in the cozy corner of her favorite coffee shop, a steaming cup of mocha warming her hands. The atmosphere was comforting, and the faint aroma of freshly brewed coffee filled the air. She stared out the window, watching raindrops trace their way down the glass, as if mimicking the tears that had fallen from her eyes just moments ago.It had been weeks since her arrival at Sean's luxurious mansion, weeks filled with opulence and extravagance. But amidst the shimmering façade, Katie had felt a gnawing emptiness inside her. The contract that brought her here had tethered her heart to Sean's, yet it seemed to grow heavier with each passing day.With a deep sigh, Katie reached into her handbag and pulled out a faded photograph. It was a picture of her adoptive mother, a woman who had loved and nurtured her throughout her childhood. The memories flooded back—the warm embrace, the kind smile, the gentle touch. But they were tinged with grief, for her mother was no longer with