All Chapters of Seducing My Dad's Best Friend: Chapter 21 - Chapter 30

ROCHELLE A sinking ship!I was just scrolling through F******k on my phone, mindlessly tapping the screen, expecting the usual mix of memes, vacation photos, and celebrity gossip. But then, I stumbled upon something that made my heart sink. There were pictures of my ex-boyfriend, Fred, and Amber, my ex-best friend. My stomach twisted in knots as I looked at their smiling faces on my screen.The photos showed Fred and Amber looking like the perfect couple, wrapped up in each other. In one snapshot, they were holding hands at a park, both of them beaming with happiness. Fred had that charming smile, the one he always used to flash at me when he thought he was being particularly funny. In another picture, they were sitting at a restaurant, leaning in closely, whispering secrets and laughing like there was no one else in the world. It felt like a punch to my gut. They were making the rest of the world envious, and honestly, looking at them made me feel sick.I couldn’t he

A Frustrating DayI was already on my way for another one of those fruitless job hunts when my phone buzzed in my pocket. At that moment, I was trudging along the busy street, swallowing my disappointment as I thought of all the rejections I had already received. I paused and pulled my phone out reluctantly, and my heart sank as I saw Adrien’s name flashing on the screen.I didn’t want to pick up. I knew exactly why he was calling. He had asked me to write a presentation for a meeting with some new partners, but I had let it slide. I felt bad about it, but I had bigger things to focus on—like finding a job. I was tired of working for Aries and Adrien, and wanted to at least have a chance at something else, especially after hearing about new openings at a startup downtown.As Adrien kept calling, I rolled my eyes, a mix of annoyance and guilt swirling inside me. Here I was, trying to turn my life around, and he was making it harder. I took a deep breath and ended the call, quickly texti

ROCHELLE Thank me in bed!The next day, I woke up earlier than usual, my mind buzzing as I remembered the job I was about to face, the same job that had eluded me just a day before. Today, I was determined to get it, no matter the queue. As I rolled out of bed, I pushed aside the lingering doubts that had haunted me since I had learned I would be heading back to the same company that had not attended to me. I stood in front of the mirror, running my fingers through my messy hair. I had to look polished and confident. After splashing some water on my face, I rummaged through my closet, finally settling on a simple yet elegant blouse and a pair of tailored trousers. Once I was dressed, I made my way to the kitchen, hoping to start the day with something more than just a quick cereal.Cooking was something I hadn’t really done since I moved into Aries’ and Adrien’s house. They had mostly taken care of meals during my stay, relying heavily on quick

GINA I just had to…..I could tell that Fred was really sorry when he asked me to forgive him. His eyes were earnest, and he spoke with a softness that made my heart ache. But I still needed proof; I wanted to be sure he was not just sorry because he missed the luxuries I gave him, both in bed and out of it.It wasn't easy to forget that he had cheated on me with his ex-girlfriend's best friend. That betrayal still stung, like a fresh wound that refused to heal. Sure, he had caught me first, but he should never have thought of paying me back like that.In moments when I looked at him, I couldn't shake the feeling that beneath his apologies lay a desire to maintain his comfortable life. He grew up too sheltered, and I worried I had become just another luxury that he was willing to lose. The thoughts made my stomach churn, pushing me to make a drastic decision.I reached out to my best friend, Ashley, hoping she could help me put Fred to the tes

ROCHELLE The same Amber!I was trying to prepare a report for Mr. Ben's meeting with the new partners when he called. My desk was strewn with papers, and my mind was racing with thoughts about the details I needed to include. The new partners were key players in our industry, and this was a crucial moment for the company.“Rochelle?” Ben’s voice came through the phone, calm but firm. “I need you in my office now.”“Sure, Mr. Rothwell. I’ll be right there,” I replied, instantly setting aside my work. I gathered my notepad and a few important documents that I thought he might need. There was a flutter of nerves in my stomach that I couldn’t place.As I walked down the hallway toward his office, I couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was off. Typically, Ben wasn’t the type to mix work with personal matters. He was always professional, keeping a clear boundary between us.When I walked into his office, I found him standing by the mini bar, a bottle of red win