Built Like Karma: The Plus Size Girl's Guide to Comeuppance
“Bro, it’s not a big deal. I’m just fucking her.”
My heart stopped.
Kendall’s voice replied, “But man, what would people think if you made her your girl? That’d be crazy work.”
“I’m not stupid,” Jalen said flatly. “I’d never make her mine. It’s only sex, nothing more. And honestly? It’s not that good anymore. I was gonna let her down easy before break.”
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Aria, a plus-size beauty, thought her scholarship and condo arrangements were a dream until she met her roommate, Talia. Rich, spoiled, and instantly cruel, Talia made Aria's life miserable.
Talia’s new boyfriend, Jalen, was the campus golden boy. When Aria and Jalen were paired for a project, they clicked in ways neither expected from late night talks to shared secrets and undeniable sexual chemistry.
On Halloween night, during an all campus party, Aria sees Talia cheating on Jalen. One emotional night led to an affair that changed everything… until Jalen says some really damaging words to his roommate that were unforgivable and also heard by a once happy but now upset Aria. Disappointed, fed up, and heartbroken, Aria leaves campus and never looks back.
TEN YEARS LATER
Aria returns for the ten year reunion, confident, stunning, and a self-made CEO. Jalen is still gorgeous… but stuck in a miserable marriage with Talia.
She ignores him. Talia tries to humiliate her. Aria wins the room.
As she leaves, Jalen kisses her. She lets herself feel it, then slaps him and walks away.
THE BUSINESS MERGER
Jalen’s cruise line needs Aria’s brand to revamp their image. She agrees, reluctantly.
Now they’re forced to work side by side, trapped between old wounds and new sparks.
Some love stories never die. But some can burn you twice.
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Chapter: Chapter 113 Making MovesJALEN’S POV “So, love… you look very, very beautiful.”She chuckles softly. “You already told me that.”I watch her, the way her smile flickers, the way her fingers fidget slightly. Something’s off. She looks nervous, almost unsettled, and that’s starting to make me uneasy because Aria isn’t the nervous type.Before I can ask anything, Camille calls her name from across the room. Aria gives me a small nod and walks off toward the dress display. Nia waddles behind her, patting my shoulder as she passes like she already knows something I don’t.I shake my head.Kendall walks over. “Bro, what’s going on with you?”“Nothing,” I sigh. “Just trying to talk to Aria, see how she’s doing. She looks… worried or something.”Kendall shrugs. “I think she looks fine.”“Yeah… maybe you’re right.”I exhale and try to shake off the feeling. “Come on, man. Show me around this monstrosity of a house.”He laughs. “Say less.”As he starts the tour, we pass guests eating, drinking, mingling. I spot his p
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Chapter: Chapter 112 New Thoughts and QuestionsARIA’S POV As I look over at Nia, she narrows her eyes at me and says, “Bitch… get a pregnancy test.”I scoff immediately. “No, I’m not. Girl, please. Maybe I ate something wrong. I for damn sure know I am not pregnant. I didn’t slip up. I’m on the pill. And we used plenty of condoms, and none of them broke.”She gives me that look, the one that says stop lying to yourself, and shakes her head.“Everything you’re talking about, Aria… none of that is 100% fullproof. Shit happens. How you think I’m pregnant right now? I was on the pregnancy patch and Matt wore a condom. Boom. Baby.”I blink at her. “Are you sure you didn’t just slip up? Because the way you and Matt be going at it...”She cuts me off, waving her hand. “No. Matt and I planned not to have any more kids this fast. Maybe six or seven years after the last one, not this soon, but guess what? Boom. Baby.”I sigh and rub my face. “Okay, listen. To appease you, ma’am, I will go get a pregnancy test. But I’m not taking it this m
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Chapter: Chapter 111 Welcome to My HoussJALEN’S POV As I wake up again in my childhood home, I sigh and run a hand down my face. I feel like a damn coward. Afraid to even go home because a 115 pound woman who is hell bent on destroying my life. I don’t even know what to say about myself at this point.I roll out of bed, head to my connected bathroom, do my business, and come out thinking, What the hell, wait, the party is today. I’m going to see Aria today.And just like that, I’m wide awake.I jump back into the bathroom, take a long, hot shower, and get dressed for the day. Slacks, a white collared shirt, shit, this is good enough for a housewarming. The moment I hit the stairs, I smell it: my mom’s cooking. One thing about her, when she does cook, she goes all out. And since I’ve been bouncing between here and avoiding my own house, she’s been cooking her ass off.I walk into the kitchen and see her plating up eggs, bacon, pancakes, and hash browns, everything I love.“Yes, Mom. Yes,” I say, leaning in and giving her a
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Chapter: Chapter 110 Is It Morning Sickness ARIA’S POVWork finally lets out, and the whole walk from my office to my car, all I could think about was Hunter’s words replaying in my head like somebody hit the loop button. I keep thinking about whether I should text Jalen… and then deciding no… well... maybe yes… then absolutely not. My brain is a damn ping-pong table and I’m losing every round.Before I can overthink again, my phone buzzes.Nia: “Train gets in less than an hour.”I sigh. Perfect timing. It's rush hour in downtown Chicago, which means by the time her train actually pulls in, and she gets off, and wrestles her suitcase from under that damn Amtrak, I should be just pulling up.I hop in my car, turn the engine over, and ease out of the parking lot. I flick on the radio, and my afternoons are for decompressing the day with mellow music, and Phil Collins is singing “Against All Odds.” I smile a little. Good song. Good mood. Bad timing for the emotional soundtrack.Then my phone rings through the car speakers.Me: “Wh
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Chapter: Chapter 109 Days of JalenJALEN’S POV Friday is finally winding down, and all day my chest has felt too tight. I had Michael send that email to Aria the way I promised, asking politely if she’d be okay with me coming to Kendall and Camille’s housewarming. I didn’t want to make her uncomfortable. Hell, I didn’t want to make myself uncomfortable either.Michael called me back a few hours later.“She said it’s fine,” he told me.And I stood there in my office, staring at the wall like a damn fool, whispering to myself,Well. I’m not fine. I’m nowhere near fine.I miss that woman so much it feels like somebody’s carving me open from the inside. Every day I don’t talk to her is a new kind of punishment. The urge to text her is like a drug withdrawal. My heart feels like it was cracked in two, and somehow still beating.Earlier this week, Kendall told me everyone was invited.“Bro, everyone we know,” he said casually.I raised a brow. “Kendall, we don’t know that many people in this area.”He sighed. “Okay, okay, w
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Chapter: Chapter 108 Unsolved Mysteries but Kinda SolvedARIA’S POV Three weeks later.As I walk into the office, the first thing I notice is how everyone is already in full fall mode. Decorations are going up, people are pulling out their cozy sweaters, and honestly… this is my favorite season. Chicago in the fall? Nobody can dress better then me. The boots, the jackets, the layers... yes I love it. And this year, fall seems to be creeping in early. Hell, Summer has barely said goodbye.I adjust my purse on my shoulder and exhale.I think about that cease and desist from Talia… which was ridiculous. It arrived a couple of weeks ago and then? Silence. Nothing from her. And nothing from Jalen, which throws me off more than I want to admit. For a man who swore he loved me, the quiet is almost kind of scary. But I can’t even be mad, because I did tell him to leave me alone. Usually most people wouldn’t listen to something like that… but I guess he did.I'm sort of proud of myself, but also sort of… not.Nia’s off bed rest now, and shes comin
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No More Regrets BooK 1 of the Redemption Series
In the heart of Chicago, the story No More Regrets is a true story based on two best friends, Sade and Isla, whose bond started in kindergarten and grows stronger through all of life’s twists and turns. They’ve been through everything together, from school dances to teenage heartbreaks and even the loss of a mother during high school. Their friendship is unshakable, so they thought.
As they get older, life seems to fall into place. Sade marries her charming childhood, sweetheart, and Isla finds love with her steady and supportive partner. Their lives become so intertwined it’s hard to imagine one without the other, but just when everything seems perfect, one Halloween night changes everything.
Sade’s world comes crashing down when she discovers a betrayal of the largest magnitude. Her husband and her best friend are they really having an affair? The betrayal cuts deep. Deeper than she ever thought possible, leaving her feeling broken and lost. She struggles to hold herself together, and the pain is overwhelming. When her perfect marriage falls apart, her friendship crumbles, and she’s left wondering if she’ll ever feel whole again.
At her lowest point, Sade allows someone unexpectedly to begin breaking down her walls of dispare. He doesn’t try to fix her or make grand promises. Instead, he gives her the space to find her own strength and reminds her of who she really is..
No More Regrets is a heartfelt story about love, loss, and finding yourself after everything falls apart. It’s about realizing ones worth and picking up the broken pieces life gives you by proving to yourself that no matter how broken you feel, you can always come back stronger.
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Chapter: Epilogue 3 Receptions and Common GroundThe reception hall at the Shedd Aquarium shimmered with elegance and joy, the soft blue glow of the massive oceanic tanks casting a serene light across the room. Schools of exotic fish and graceful rays drifted through the water behind transparent walls, creating a dreamlike atmosphere as guests sipped champagne and admired the views. A live quartet played mellow renditions of love songs while servers in crisp white passed silver trays laden with hors d'oeuvres.The newlyweds were introduced to raucous applause. Sadé and Adamo entered hand in hand, glowing beneath a delicate arch of flowers arranged behind their private sweetheart table. The backdrop was an explosion of ivory roses, coral peonies, and lavender orchids that smelled like a midsummer dream. The couple paused for a kiss, drawing cheers from the crowd before taking their seats together. Though the table was just for two, their peace was constantly interrupted, in the best way.Daisy, still wearing her flower crown, ran ove
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Chapter: Epilogue 2 The Wedding The Shedd Aquarium sparkled in the late afternoon sun, casting shimmering waves of light through its glass walls as the wedding guests found their seats. The city skyline framed the horizon, but inside, time felt suspended. This was a celebration of love, reborn, and family redefined.Sadé stood poised behind a veil of coral-colored silk, her heart steady, her breath calm. She could hear the rustle of guests and the subtle soundtrack of strings drifting over the aquatic ambiance. From the glowing jellyfish behind glass to the quiet bubbling of tanks filled with vibrant sea life, the setting was almost ethereal.Daisy, the flower girl, toddled out first, scattering soft white petals across the mosaic-tiled path. Her curls bounced as she walked, her tiny seafoam-green dress fluttering. Behind her came Trinity and Kamari, glowing with pride as junior bridesmaids, their dresses, a warm blush that caught the light with every movement. Madison followed next, regal and composed in a deeper r
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Chapter: Epilogue 1 Twins Part Deux Birthday PartyTwo years had passed in the blink of an eye. May had arrived, bringing with it a warm breeze and the laughter of children as the backyard of Adamo and Sade’s newly expanded home transformed into a carnival. The scent of buttery popcorn and cotton candy filled the air, mixing with the distant sound of a clown’s horn honking as kids ran between booths, playing ring toss and bobbing for apples. This was a celebration for Daisy and Dominic, who were officially turning two, and no expense had been spared.Contrary to popular belief, Marco had changed. The firecracker temper had settled into a slow burn, and the reckless decisions of his youth had been replaced with an earnest desire to be present for his children. Especially for Marco Jr., who had just entered junior high, and fifth grade was the start, and Marco was determined to be the father his son needed at such a critical time. Kamari, on the other hand, was blossoming into a bright, charismatic young lady with a vast circle of frien
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Chapter: Chapter 159 Moving AheadSade's POV Five months had passed since the tense lunch meeting with Marco. Life had shifted in ways Sade never imagined, bringing new joys, challenges, and an unexpected windfall. The dementia medication she and Adamo had invested in had proven to be a groundbreaking success. The residuals had started coming in, and they weren’t just comfortable, they were thriving. Each month, deposits of over $35,000 landed in their accounts, ensuring that financial worries would never be a concern.The twins were now five weeks old, born at healthy weights, Daisy at 7lbs 1oz, 19.5 inches long, and Dominic at 6lbs 7oz, 18.9 inches long. It was rare for the girl to be the bigger twin, but Daisy had come into the world determined to lead. She had a strong set of lungs and a personality to match, while Dominic was more laid-back, content to observe his surroundings with eyes just like his father.The house renovations were still ongoing, but they were at a stage where life could flow normally. The ba
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Chapter: Chapter 158 Unrealistic Realities Isla's POV I am not saying this meeting is a waste of time, but this meeting is a waste of time. Marco, the one who called this whole thing, looks better than he did before Sade left him. He’s filled out in all the right places, got that confidence back, and damn if I don’t still want him just a little. I shouldn’t, but I do. I can admit that to myself at least.Shane, though? Shane is a good man, a great father, responsible and reliable. But I don’t love him, well not anymore. I love what we built, I love our kids, but him? I’m not in love with him. I’m just here for the kids, making sure we can all be civil for their sake. The problem is, Shane is so... vanilla. He always has been.Maybe it wouldn’t bother me so much if I didn’t know about his little addiction to OnlyFans. He thinks he’s slick, but I’ve seen the charges, the late-night screen glow when he thinks I’m asleep. I never cared enough to bring it up, because what would I even say? ‘Hey, I know you’d rather pay to watch so
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Chapter: Chapter 157 The Meet UpSade’s POV It was 11 a.m. on a frigid Saturday morning when Sade’s mother, Melanie, pulled up to the house. The roads were slick with ice, but the restaurant was only a twenty-minute drive away. The city, blanketed in its usual winter stillness, felt quieter than usual, the cold holding everything in place.“Dom, are you nervous?” Sade asked, her voice calm, yet heavy with something unspoken.Dom gripped her hand as he steered through the snowy streets, sparing her a glance before refocusing on the road. “Not nervous,” he admitted, his voice steady but tinged with concern. “Just worried about you and our babies. I want you to be okay. I want to take care of you. The doctor said stress can cause complications, and this pregnancy has been smooth so far, and I want to keep it that way.”She exhaled, her breath fogging the window beside her. “I know.”A red light forced them to stop. Without hesitation, Dom leaned over and kissed her. She kissed him back, allowing the warmth of his lips
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WITHOUT WARNING: Book 2 Of The Redemption Series
“I CAN’T BELIEVE YOU FIRED ME!” she screeched, looking like she’d just lost a leading role on Love & Hip Hop. “I’M THE BEST EMPLOYEE YOU EVER HAD, YOU STUCK-UP BITCHES!”
Then boom, she picked up her laptop and chucked it across the room like she was auditioning for the shot put in the Olympics.
Trevor gasped. “Not the MacBook!”
“I’M NOT LEAVING! YOU’RE GONNA HAVE TO DRAG ME OUTTA THIS MUTHAFUCKA!” she screamed while kicking over her filing cabinet and knocking the shared Keurig onto the floor. The damn machine sputtered its last brew.....
Without Warning follows the unexpected and passionate love story of Sienna Carter, a strong, witty, but unconfident woman who wasn’t looking for forever, and Knox Michaels, the charming younger brother in a powerful Chicago family known for their business, influence, and drama.
What begins as heated encounters quickly spirals into something deeper, something neither of them saw coming. Their chemistry is undeniable, but with family secrets, jealous exes, workplace politics, and complicated loyalties surrounding them, navigating their relationship is anything but simple.
When Sienna discovers Knox’s dark past, the once thought to be the carefree bachelor is thrown into a whirlwind of fear, surprise, and overwhelming love. Determined not to lose her, Knox steps up, claiming his future with Sienna even as both of their families reel from the news.
As the two try to merge their worlds, tensions flare, siblings clash, friends turn into rivals, and unexpected alliances form. With an announcement party meant to bring everyone together turning into a powder keg of secrets and emotions, Sienna and Knox must decide if their bond is strong enough to survive the storm, because love, like life, doesn’t always come planned. Sometimes it comes, Without Warning
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Chapter: Chapter 26 Friday MeetingsCrandon’s POVThe elevator doors slid open with a soft ding, and I stepped onto the top floor of the firm.Today was anything but a normal Friday.No sneakers. No vintage band tees. No casual small talk in the break room.Everyone was suited, pressed, and polished.Mayor Stanley Rogers was coming in for two very specific reasons, one his embezzlement case, which we were representing him on, and to discuss plans for the city's new charity revitalization project based in Evanston. A new image. A fresh cause. He needed the legal protection and the PR repair, and we were the ones doing both.I adjusted the cuff of my navy jacket, the one with the satin trim that only came out when things got political or high profile. Today checked both boxes.And then she walked in.Carmen.I swear the air changed.She was usually the casual standout, always in some fly streetwear look, cropped jackets, bold patterns, heavy gold hoops. But today, she was corporate elegance wrapped in edge. A fitted white
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Chapter: Chapter 23 Shock and AweExplicit Scenes Ahead Sienna’s POVThursday came fast and dragged all at the same time. Alex and I had been texting like teenagers, nonstop. Good morning messages, funny memes, inside jokes… It felt so natural. So easy. He came over last night, and we almost crossed that line, but he pulled back. He said he really liked me and didn’t want to rush. Sweet, right? And frustrating. But also… it's kind of hot.Now, here I am, back at work, dealing with the constant emotional whiplash that is Knox Michaels.Lately, he’s been different. Close. Flirty even. We’ve been joking a lot, sharing inside looks, little nudges. Like the line between boss and coworker blurred overnight and now we’re dancing on it every damn day.Tonight was no exception. We were going through evidence with a fine-tooth comb, because Mayor Asshole is coming in tomorrow for an update.“Most of the videos show the suspect withdrawing the cash with a medical mask and hoodie on,” Trevor noted, eyes glued to the screen.“And
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Chapter: Chapter 22 Titties and Tequila Sienna's POV The place is finally cleared out. The last half naked girl clutches her heels unlike her dignity and stumbles out the front door with one eyelash hanging on for dear life. I shut it behind her with a sigh so sharp it could slice a diamond.My brother, Stephen, better known as Stink, lounges on the couch in basketball shorts like it’s his personal throne. He cracks open a Sprite, looking every bit like the star of MTV Cribs: Couch Crasher Edition.Sienna, with her arms crossed, "So you just thought my house was Magic City tonight, huh?"Stink says, grinning"C’mon, Cece. Don’t be like that. It wasn’t even that deep. I pay rent too!"I scoff while staring daggers, "I came home smelling like hibachi and hope, and found Titties & Tequila: The Extended Cut happening on my damn couch."Stink shrugging, "You act like I didn’t clean up after. Look, the cushions ain’t even sticky."I scream,"...Stephen!"Stink sighs,"My bad, my bad! I just figured you’d be out late. You are al
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Chapter: Chapter 21 Great Dates and Family Drama Sienna’s POVOkay, so boom, this tall, caramel dipped piece of God’s finest creation walks me to his car and opens the door like we’re filming a Netflix rom-com. I damn near giggled. Like, for real, my lip did that little wibble wobble, and I had to bite it before I embarrassed myself.“Pull it together, sis,” I whispered to my damn self.But how am I supposed to act normal when Officer Fine As Hell smells like woodsy vanilla and ambition? His cologne hugged me tighter than my last situationship. And don’t even get me started on his jawline, it’s giving superhero. It's giving I bench press 250 but still go to therapy. The man is dangerous.He slid into the driver’s seat like a man with purpose and a playlist to match. And sure enough, he had ’90s R&B queued up, Jodeci, Jagged Edge, Usher Confessions Part II. I was in the passenger seat trying not to make eye contact because one more slow jam and I was about to risk it all.We pulled up to Kona Grill, and I was impressed. Not too flash
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Chapter: Chapter 20 Thoughts and Consequences Knox’s POVFriday AfternoonAfter Sienna Leaves OfficeWhat the hell just happened? Seriously, for real, what in the entire hell just happened? Where did she even get that outfit from? That jumpsuit looked see through, like it was painted onto her body by a damn angel with a filthy imagination. From her beautiful, perky mounds to that soft, round ass, she was a walking fantasy. The outline of her body was like something straight out of my dreams. My mouth literally watered. I mean, literally. And the worst part? She acted like I wasn’t even in the damn room.I sat there, frozen, the whole time they were talking like I wasn’t present. All I could do was stare at her lush lips and picture them wrapped around my cock. I felt myself twitching in my seat, but I couldn’t do anything. Not with Carmen and Kira right there. And definitely not with her being an employee.But then she dropped the bomb... she had a date tonight.With that fake-ass detective, Alex, whatever his name is.Red. I
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Chapter: Chapter 19 Limp TimesKnox’s POVTuesday NightWell… the encounter with Naomi was not what I thought it would be.Flashback:I got home still thinking about that fake-ass officer flirting with Sienna like I wasn’t standing right there. The nerve of that clown, and the way she smiled at him? Yeah, that shit had me messed up.I parked my truck, took the elevator to my penthouse, and hopped in the shower to rinse the bullshit off. Ordered some wings and fries on Uber Eats and threw on some shorts.Doorbell rings. I open the door, expecting a teenager in a reflective vest… but instead it’s Naomi, fine-ass Naomi, holding the bag and rocking a tiny little crop top with a slit skirt.“Come on in, sexy,” I said, and she slid in like a scene out of a music video. She leaned in and kissed me, slow and soft. Normally, that would’ve had me rock solid in seconds.But not tonight.All I could think about was Sienna.Her soft breasts, the curve of her ass, that scent that lingered in my damn office long after she left. I
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