“Lucian says it’s strictly by invitation,” I replied with a sly grin, tapping my temple. “Exclusivity, baby.” “I’m getting the very first card,” Hailey declared, raising a finger like it was law. “Yeah, yeah, whatever.” I waved her off playfully. “As long as it makes you happy.” Sky suddenly r
They both froze, their eyes wide as synchronized swimmers. “What… are you trying to say?” Hailey asked slowly, like she was trying to make sure her ears weren’t playing tricks on her. “I’m trying to say that everything seems to be going well,” I replied with a smile. Then I turned to Sky and ask
ESSENCE I woke up feeling like Beyoncé with a fresh Grammy. The kind of morning where the sun looked like it was clapping for me. I had my memory back. I had my man, my kids, my sanity, and best of all, I could finally drive my own car again without being shadowed like a presidential convoy. Aft
He didn’t move. Neither did I. He just held me. Buried in my neck, his arms tight around me, like he was afraid if he let go, I’d vanish. “I’m here,” I whispered, running my fingers through his hair. “I’m really here.” “I know,” he murmured. “But let me hold you like this… just a little longer.”
ESSENCE I melted completely. “Okay then,” I whispered, gripping Lucian's lapels. “Let’s do it. Let’s show the world that you belong only to me and I to you.” He didn’t reply. He just kissed me...hard and hungry and perfect. And right there, in the middle of cake crumbs and soft lighting a
Lucian raised a brow. “He didn’t say a damn word. Just sat there, fists clenched like he wanted to punch air, but his mouth? Zipped. Not even a single syllable. What an asshole!” Lucian’s lips twitched. I leaned in, grinning. “The silence was delicious. I don’t think he felt a drop of regret,