Tempting The Bad Boy
Claire Lions has three rules: work hard, stay out of drama, and never, ever trust Andy Stephenson.
For as long as she can remember, Andy has been the definition of trouble; loud, cocky, and always getting under her skin. She’s spent years avoiding him, convinced she knows exactly who he is. But when they’re thrown together on a project neither of them can escape, Claire starts to realize the boy she thought she hated might not be the villain she made him out to be.
Sparks fly, tempers flare, and somewhere between insults and accidental confessions, Claire begins to wonder if the real danger isn’t working with Andy, it’s falling for him.
Tempting The Bad Boy is a fiery, irresistible enemies-to-lovers romance about grudges that burn and chemistry that refuses to be ignored.
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Chapter: Chapter 145ClaireWith no information on where we were going tonight, it made it harder to know how to dress. Andy had given me enough clues to know that it would be somewhere special, though, so I felt the need to get fancy.I'd bought a long, black, sparkly dress on sale a month earlier and had been waiting for the perfect occasion to wear it. The spaghetti straps crisscrossed at the back, holding the dress in place without me having to worry about constantly pulling the straps up.I loosely curl my dark hair and pin back the front pieces, letting my tenth fall down my back. I spritz myself with the sweet-scented perfume that Andy got me for Christmas and step into my silver heels.Andy had chosen to wear a long-sleeved, white button-up shirt, black dress pants and a navy blue tie. He hates wearing a tie, even though he has to put one on every day for work. He was wearing it for me because he knows how sexy I think he looks when he's dressed up.His eyes go wide when he sees me coming down the
Last Updated: 2025-10-30
Chapter: Chapter 144Claire7 Years LaterChanging out of my scrubs and back into my own clothing felt like a mammoth effort. I was exhausted and looking forward to just crawling into my bed and sleeping off the horrendous night shift. Brixton Regional Hospital may be smaller than the major hospital in Claremont, but that didn't stop the influx of emergencies we get every day.Normally, I'd get a chance to doze throughout the night, in between one chaotic trauma and the next, but last night was hectic. The older doctors joke that the full moon increases the crazy activity, and after last night, I was beginning to believe that this wasn't a joke at all. Especially when a guy was admitted with a knife lodged in his head.I wouldn't give up my job for anything, though. I loved the excitement of surgery to never trade it for any other job.My entire body ached, from my tired, heavy feet all the way up to my hair follicles. Every step I took felt like I was sinking deeper into quicksand. The exit appeared like
Last Updated: 2025-10-29
Chapter: Chapter 143Andy"Your Honour, over the past year, I've come to know Andrew quite well. I'll admit, at first, I painted him as just another thug who would sooner or later offend again. I wrote him off, assuming he'd eventually end up in prison ." The detective's assessment of me is an unexpected punch to the gut. I knew he didn't like me when we first met, but I had no idea he thought I was destined to end up behind bars. "Then I got to know him and I soon realised that Andrew was not a book that you could judge just by scanning the cover. He proved himself extremely intellectual, driven and determined to turn his life around."Judge Shepard pauses to jot down notes after the detective has finished speaking, and I'd give anything to be able to read what she wrote."I'm curious about how you came to cross paths with Mr Stephenson? Why was a detective looking to a man who had a record?" The judge's tone is accusing, like she believes that the detective is hiding something, because why else would he
Last Updated: 2025-10-28
Chapter: Chapter 142AndyDetective Layton's confidence in me winning today helped settle my nerves. He was ready to back me all the way because he believed in me, even when I didn't believe in myself.My parents were watching outside the courthouse, along with Veronica, Sam, Claire, Gabby and Nate. I know Ed would have been here too if he weren't on his honeymoon. My mother had insisted that I wear the suit I bought for Ed's wedding, even though it was a warm day and I was sweating like a waterfall.Claire came running up to me as Detective Leyton and I approached the courthouse steps. Her floral sundress was bright and cheery, which I hoped was a positive omen for the day. She'd been my lucky charm since we got together, helping Ed and me sort out our friendship. I know she couldn't stand beside me in the courtroom, but having her in the same room was all I needed."How are you feeling?" She asks me. We were up most of the night, texting back and forth until the early hours, so she understands where my
Last Updated: 2025-10-27
Chapter: Chapter 141AndyEvery year, my mother announces on the first day of Spring that it's the season of new beginnings, and this morning was no different. I usually just roll my eyes and mutter under my breath that Spring will be just like every other fucking season, but today I wanted to have faith in her prediction.The last time I stood in front of a magistrate, I was shit scared that I'd be sentenced to prison for my crime. I pleaded guilty and held my breath as the judge handed me a lucky break in the form of a good behaviour bond. I promised not only myself but also my parents that I'd keep my nose out of trouble, that I'd attend the school I openly mocked for years, and I'd never, ever do anything that would land me in Claremont Courthouse again.I was breaking that last promise, tempting fate to have my record dropped. I thought it would be a simple win or lose, either the judge would review my case, taking into account my school attendance and grades, then make the decision to wipe my record
Last Updated: 2025-10-26
Chapter: Chapter 140ClaireUpon hearing this, a smile spreads across his face, and I can feel him growing harder, and I massage him over his pants."You're more than just a fantasy, you're my everything." He tells me. I unbuckle his belt and slip my hand inside his pants, my fingers gripping around his shaft as I slowly stroke him."Tell me what you fantasised about while you watched me." I purr in his ear as he undoes the button on his pants and lets them fall to the floor. He pushes his briefs down and gives me full access to his glorious dick."I imagined what your tits would be like, but my fantasy was nothing compared to the reality, you're so perfect." He groans, closing his eyes. His hips thrust gradually as I pump him, getting faster. "I had no idea what sex felt like, but I still imagined being inside you, fucking you."My panties are soaked, and I want him so badly. I guide him back towards the bed, a bed I never imagined I'd be fucking him in."Why just dream about it when you can have it," I
Last Updated: 2025-10-25
My Billionaire Boss’ Dirty Secret
"Call me only as Sir, or I will spank you hard." He continues, moving his lips down to my neck. The heat from his touch is like an inferno that builds inside me.
One night of surrender.
Only names. No promises. No restraint.
She gives herself to a stranger who knows exactly how to take control; commanding, intoxicating, unforgettable.
Until she’s summoned to the CEO’s office.
The man waiting for her is the billionaire founder of More, a global meal-kit empire. A visionary chef with a flawless public image, a ruthless business mind… and the same commanding presence that once had her kneeling to his rules. He’s her boss. And he remembers everything.
As the company’s marketing manager, she should keep her distance. But his authority extends far beyond the boardroom, and every order, every glance, every quiet moment behind closed doors reminds her how easily she gave him her control.
Because beneath the tailored suits and culinary fame is a man who thrives on dominance and a dirty secret that could destroy his empire if exposed.
She should walk away.
Instead, she’s tempted to submit again.
And this time, the cost of giving in could be far more than her heart.
A dark, seductive billionaire workplace romance filled with power, control, forbidden desire, and secrets that taste far too good to resist
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Chapter: 34I’d always considered the Gold Coast to be that sweet slice of paradise that I longed to return to. Bailey, Tess and I had stayed here for a week after we completed high school. We went to the theme parks, hit up the nightclubs, and had the time of our lives. Back then, we stayed in a cheap hotel and lived off fast food to save more money for clubbing. We didn't care that our accommodation was run-down and looked like it belonged in a crime scene, it was our first time away from our parents. That week had felt like it went by way too fast and in the back of my mind, I had planned to save up and come back. I don't know if Charlie knew any of this or if he had just randomly chosen to bring me here but either way, it just made me love him even more. Charlie hired a car and drove us to the hotel, which was in the heart of Surfers Paradise, across from the beach. He checked us in at the desk and was handed two key fobs.Charlie passed one of the fobs to me and used the other one to acc
Last Updated: 2026-03-07
Chapter: 33“I’m so embarrassed,” I cry, unable to even look at Charlie as he speeds away from the restaurant. I knew they'd be upset that I'd kept Charlie a secret from them but I just assumed that they'd at least get to know him. I never imagined them erupting into a mortifying argument over me simply having a boyfriend. Inside my purse I can feel my phone vibrating, indicating that I'm getting a call. I know it will be my mother and I'm not answering it. The damage had been done. They need to apologise to Charlie and me to fix this. “You have nothing to be embarrassed about my Goddess, your parents are in no way a reflection on you,” Charlie comforts me, reaching over and taking my hand in his. “I just want to forget today altogether,” I sob, wishing I hadn't tried at all. “Do you want me to take you home and cancel our plans?” he asks, reminding me he had planned something special for our first Valentine’s Day together. “No,” I exclaim, not wanting to throw the entire day away, just the
Last Updated: 2026-03-01
Chapter: 32Charlie“Mum, Dad, this is my…boyfriend,” Nortica timidly announces, putting space between us. My strong, confident girl is just a shadow of herself as she stands before her parents, her face flushed. I don't understand what she has to be embarrassed about, we were just kissing. “Boyfriend?” her father spits out as if the word is poison in his mouth. He stares at me like I'm the dog shit that is smeared under his shoe. I'm sure we’ve just got off to a bad start but I know I can turn this around. I broker deals for a living, I can win two fruit shop owners over. “Charlie Elemore,” I formally introduce myself, holding out my hand to Mr Middleton but he doesn't shake it. “How long has this been going on for?” Mrs Middleton asks her daughter, ignoring me completely. “Not long,” Nortica admits, her voice trembling like she's in trouble. “A few weeks,” I add, wanting to take the heat off my Goddess. “You’ve been carrying on with this man for a few weeks and you didn’t think to tell
Last Updated: 2026-02-27
Chapter: 31My stomach had been doing backflips all morning. It wasn't that I thought it was too early in our relationship for Charlie to meet my parents; that was just my excuse to him. Truth is, I never told them I was dating, not even when I was with Josh. Today isn’t just hard launching Charlie as my boyfriend to them, it will be the first time they meet any man I date. I thought I'd be able to keep these two worlds separate but I slipped up when I mentioned Dad’s birthday lunch and quickly realised I wouldn't be able to hide it from Charlie if it was at Rowan’s restaurant. “I have some rules you need to follow today,” I pre-warned Charlie over breakfast, pushing my scrambled eggs around my plate as I contemplated how to tackle the mountain. “Oh, I do love your rules baby,” He replies, smiling widely and wiggling his eyebrows. “No, none of that,” I panic, knowing where he thinks this is leading. “No being suggestive or even alluding to the fact that you've seen me naked.”“You want me to
Last Updated: 2026-02-19
Chapter: 30CharlieThere was never any doubt in my mind that my friends wouldn't admire my girl as much as I do. Watching them laugh and share stories with her, as if they'd known her forever, felt like I'd finally found that missing piece from my life. As you get older, there's a lot of pressure to settle down, start dating, and find the one. For so long, I'd blocked the pressure from reaching me and lived my life completely the opposite of what was expected of me. I liked the freedom that being single gave me to get up and leave whenever I wanted. No strings, no commitments, just endless sex with whoever I wanted. I watched my friends get into relationships and wonder why they'd allow themselves to be trapped. I didn’t get it but now I do. My mother always said that when I met the right one then everything would change. I thought it was just something she was peddling to push me into settling down but I've come to learn that the statement is true. As I sat and listened to her talk to my f
Last Updated: 2026-02-15
Chapter: 29Charlie wouldn't allow me to help cook dinner, no matter how much I insisted. I felt bad that he was going to all this effort just for me, and I wasn't allowed to enter the kitchen; instead, I was told to get ready and relax. Relaxing was a nice thought but I was a bundle of nerves. I was going to meet the most influential people in Charlie’s life and I was so scared they wouldn't like me. What if they thought I was just after his money or deemed me not classy enough? What if they judge me for dating my boss? They could think that I’m just using him to get ahead in the industry. Tonight was pivotal, one false move and it could change the way Charlie feels about me. I pushed for this; I wanted so badly to be part of his world, and now I was so scared I was going to ruin everything. I turned on the shower and stepped under the cascading water hoping that the steady stream could wash my fears away. “Good evening Charlie,” the AI assistant triggered, frightening me.“Not Charlie,” I
Last Updated: 2026-02-10
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