The Reluctant Daddy CEO
We stepped out of his car after we spotted a basket in front of the gate.
As we approached, I heard a sound. I walked closer and gasped.
“What’s that thing?” he asked.
“This isn’t a ‘thing.’ It’s a baby,” I deadpanned.
I picked up the child. A baby girl. My eyes widened. she had every feature of my boss. Almost like they were related. A note hung from her necklace.
“How the hell did she get here?” he asked, coming closer.
I shrugged. Slowly, I opened the note and read it aloud:
Dear Nick,
You probably don’t remember me. We met at a party almost two years ago. We had a one-night stand. Too drunk to use protection. Luciana is the result of that reckless night. I’ve cared for her for a year, putting my life on hold. Now it’s your turn. I don’t want anything from you. Just take care of your child.
Xoxo.
I watched him run a finger through his hair. Even stressed, the gesture was hypnotic. He’s that beautiful. I couldn’t deny it.
“What the fuck? Set up an appointment with my doctor immediately. I’m going to conduct a DNA test for this…thing.”
I snorted internally.
“Her name is Luciana,” I replied, and he rolled his eyes.
I stared down at the baby. She didn’t deserve any of this. How could a mother leave her own child? And what if someone had taken her before we arrived?
Luciana. At least she had a name.
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Chapter: Chapter Seventeen : Lily.ASHLEY. "A!" A voice squealed before hands wrapped around me.I didn't need to turn around before I knew who.The smell.She smelled like home.The struggles we have been through. The Ashley Walker before this fantasy. "L!" I sighed, hugging her just as tight.I pulled away, slightly. My hands moved on their own. Checking, searching.Bruises. Scars.New ones.My fingers traced them carefully, like I could erase them if I tried hard enough.Scars given by the one person who was supposed to protect her.My throat tightened.This was why I stayed away.Why I made excuses.Because seeing it… made it real.She gently pulled her hand from mine and tugged her sleeve down."A," she called softly."I am... sorry."The words felt useless the moment they left my mouth. I couldn't meet her eyes. "It is not your fault, A," she started. "You are doing everything you can."My laugh came out hollow."My best isn’t enough."I dropped onto the bench, pressing my palms together to steady myself.Wh
Last Updated: 2026-03-22
Chapter: Chapter Sixteen : It truly sucked.ASHLEY.I tied my hair into a ponytail and walked out of my room. I headed to Luciana's to check up on her.I wanted to run this morning to stay in shape.But it's more than that.It's to get over the fact that we almost kissed. And the fact that I was meeting with Lily later.It has been only a few hours.I entered her room and heard her soft snores. She's a good one. I don't know why anyone wouldn't like her.Except her father, of course.He hasn't warmed up to her yet. I wasn't sure if he would ever accept her as his child. She's innocent in all this, yet she's the victim. The mother abandoned her, and her father wanted nothing to do with her.It truly sucked.She will ask questions when she grows older.By then, I hope they will be present in her life. I patted her hair before slowly walking out, careful not to wake her up. I could hear pots clanking even before I entered the kitchen. "Good morning, Kat," I said while opening the fridge. She looked more healthy now. She gav
Last Updated: 2026-03-18
Chapter: Chapter Fifteen : His loss!ASHLEY. When did I realize I had a serious problem? And Maya's assumption might be right.When he walked through that door wearing that glasses looking like a sexy nerd.I didn't even know I was into guys with glasses until then. Of all nights, I decided to skip dinner. A night I had to come prepare something because that decision was bad.It had to be the night he came down still wearing those glasses.Thank goodness he came in minutes after I finished dancing. I wouldn't be able to face him again if he saw me doing that. The universe hates me so much. "I hope you like red wine," his voice came up behind me.I collected the glass from him, avoiding the tiniest contact. "Yes, I do. Thank you."He shrugged as I took a sip. I almost moaned. It tasted expensive, something I wasn't used to. Something I couldn't afford.Today's the day I had to face my sister. I was dreading it. I wasn't ready to see the new scars she will be hiding under her long sleeve hoodie. Knowing I was resp
Last Updated: 2026-03-14
Chapter: Chapter Fourteen : The way she moved.NICHOLAS. "Welcome onboard. Flight Chicago to New York. We leave in five minutes. Ensure to fasten your seatbelt and read the safety guidelines," my pilot's voice came up.I massaged my temples while pushing my reading glasses up. It has been two weeks of trying to seal a multi-billion dollar deal. At first, my reputation almost ruined my chances of winning. But I drafted a plan with my PR team, and it succeeded. "Did you call me, sir?" I turned around and frowned.My new personal assistant, or should I say soon-to-be ex personal assistant?She clearly doesn't understand the meaning of 'I don't mix business with pleasure.'Her shirt had gotten tighter since we got here. She was literally pushing her assets right in my face.She's beautiful. Well endowed.I couldn't break that one rule even if I wanted to.Ashley was perfect. She never tried to seduce me. It helps that I wasn't her type, which still baffled me. I was every girl's type. What kind of men does she like?It's none of
Last Updated: 2026-03-13
Chapter: Chapter Thirteen : Does someone have a crush?ASHLEY He didn't even glance at me.Not once. It ignited something in me.Sadness. I couldn't pinpoint why.Dinner with Kat was amazing. I learnt that she took care of him when he was a child. It explained the closeness between them.That night, I was able to fall asleep easily. __^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^__^One week.Seven days.He went on a business trip the following morning. He hasn't been back since. The mansion felt suffocating whenever Kat left for her house. I couldn't possibly talk to Luciana. Life's boring. Without his presence. Without the weird feelings I felt around him.It's also good in a way. It allowed me to organise my thoughts. Compose myself. To try to understand the weird feelings I felt whenever he was around. To understand what was going on with me.When Maya's text came in to hang out, I couldn't decline the offer."Do you mind watching over Luciana for a few hours?" I asked Katrina.She stared at me for a second before her face broke i
Last Updated: 2026-03-10
Chapter: Chapter Twelve : Conversation.NICHOLAS "How was the interview?" I asked, looking up from my laptop."It went well, sir. She will resume tomorrow," the director in charge replied.I sipped my coffee while leaning back in my chair."Keep the list of the top five applicants. In case she doesn't meet my expectations.""Understood, sir.""You can leave."He got up and left my office. My secretary entered almost immediately. "Mark is here to see you. Should I let him in?"I nodded and continued with the task I was dealing with."Good afternoon, boss," Mark greeted, and I gestured for him to sit."Any information?"He nodded. "To an extent, yes. I will know whoever it is soon.""Find her soon."He nodded before leaving. He was my private investigator. I needed to find the mother of that girl. She will take her daughter back when I find her. The rest of the day went by slowly. Attending to files. Going to meetings. I got down from my car and stepped out. I headed out of the garage into the house. I could smell the t
Last Updated: 2026-03-08
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