Chapter: Chapter 12: She's My GirlfriendAlexander’s POVI stared at my parents in shock; I wasn’t expecting them. Emma and I were still in the same position her sharp tongue had led us here… and I liked it.The moment she called me annoying, commanding… and hot, I knew she was finally loosening up around me. And the way she said my name—Alex—I lost it. She was driving me crazy, and I wanted to do reckless, deliciously insane things to her.I’d completely forgotten my parents were at the door; her soft voice snapped me back."Sir, can you let go of me?" she whispered, avoiding my gaze. The way she shrank into herself told me everything she wished she could disappear.I was enjoying every second of it. She was so innocent. I let go, and she stepped back. I turned to my parents, who were still standing at the door, shocked and wide-eyed.“Dad, can you please close the door at least?” I said, walking to my desk and sitting down.“Good afternoon, ma, sir,” Emma greeted politely. My parents didn’t answer immediately; their eyes w
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Chapter: Chapter 11: WhatEmma's POV My stomach growled for the third time. Definitely hungry. Lunch break, but I had to finish this work first. The past few weeks had been hectic. Alexander was such a workaholic that we’d been traveling to different states for meetings. He worked like he was desperate for cash. Speaking of which… today was payday. Can’t believe it’s already been a month.My phone rang, snapping me out of my concentration. I’d been staring at my screen for an hour without blinking. Reaching for it, I saw Alexander’s name. A smile tugged at my lips. Our friendship had turned out better than I thought. He often called me on my personal phone when it wasn’t about work.Leaning back in my chair, I answered. His calm voice filled the line.“Have you had lunch yet?”“Not yet! Just wrapping up some work, then I’ll grab a bite,” I said.“Come to my office, Emma. I ordered lunch for you.”I blinked in surprise. “What?.. I mean, why?”“Cause I want to,” he replied. “Friends do buy lunch for a friend,
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Chapter: Chapter 10: Let Me Be SelfishAlexander’s POVWhen I opened my eyes, the first thing I saw was Ethan sitting beside me, leaning forward, elbows on his knees, hands clasped tightly as if he’d been holding his breath all night. The worry on his face was impossible to miss. And the moment I saw it, I already knew what was coming, another lecture.A dull ache pulsed through my cheek, the lingering sting from his slap earlier. Normally, I would have complained, but pain had become something familiar, something I no longer bothered fighting. I took a slow breath and forced myself to sit up. My body protested immediately, a sharp ache ripping through my chest, but I ignored it.“Easy, man,” Ethan said quickly. “How are you feeling now?”“I’m good,” I replied shortly, avoiding his gaze.“Lex.”That nickname made me lift my head instantly. The worry was still there, but now it was heavier and more serious.Whenever Ethan called me Lex like that, it meant only one thing: we were about to have a real conversation. And hon
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Chapter: Chapter 9: His Heart's ConditionAlexander's POV Watching Emma laugh did something strange to me. It was the kind of sound I could listen to every day and never get tired of. Everything about her was different, and every moment we spent together only made me want her more.My mind drifted back to earlier this morning when she almost shook Foster’s hand. I didn’t like it. Not one bit. And when Eric called her that stupid pet name, the sudden urge to punch him nearly took over.Was I… jealous?The truth was, whenever Emma was around, I found myself reacting in ways I couldn’t even explain.“Sir, I need to use the restroom,” she said suddenly.“Okay, Emma,” I replied.I watched her walk away, her hair still tied in that stubborn ponytail. A smile tugged at my lips.Stubborn girl.My mind flashed back to what happened in my office earlier. All I had wanted was for her hair to be down. She looked beautiful no matter what, but when her hair was loose… God.When I loosened her ponytail that morning, the urge to push her ag
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Chapter: Chapter 8: ConfessionEmma's POVDoes he think I’m one of those girls he can flirt with?My fingers brushed through my hair, now loose around my shoulders. The memory of earlier kept replaying in my mind, making me wonder why he did that.“Miss Emma, what’s my schedule for today?” he asked.I took a slow breath, trying to compose myself, then opened my tablet.“You have a board meeting at 11 a.m. and a business lunch with Mr. Eric Adams at 2 p.m.,” I said calmly.“Get ready. You’re coming with me for the lunch,” he said without even looking at me.“Yes, sir.”I left his office, my mind racing all the way back to my desk.I wasn’t even sure why his behavior didn’t annoy me.Maybe because he’s hot?Ugh. Get it together, Emma.Once I got to my desk, I threw my hair into a ponytail and got to work.***A few hours later, I stepped into his office to remind him about the board meeting.He looked up with a frown.What’s with the attitude? Am I not allowed to remind him?He stood and walked toward me, making my h
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Chapter: Chapter 7: An Unexpected MomentEmma's POV My alarm went off at exactly 6:30 a.m.For a moment, I just stared at the ceiling, letting reality sink in.Today was my first day at Walton Apex capital..I glanced at the clock again. Morning routines are back, and I'm definitely not a morning person!I stepped into the bathroom, quickly freshening up before getting dressed. I kept my outfit simple but professional, beige tailored trousers paired with a fitted black top and sleek black heels. I packed my hair into a ponytail; it always helped me focus. After applying a light touch of makeup, I looked at myself in the mirror. Simple. Polished. Ready. I stepped out of my room and into the living room. Lila was already there with her coffee, and when our eyes met, a big smile spread across her face."You look amazing! Totally a 10/10," she said, handing me a cup of coffee."Thanks, babe," I replied, taking a sip of my drink."I'm giving you a ride to work today," Lila said."Aw, that’s really nice of you," I told her."Yo
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