Chapter 26*Scarlett's POV*The time had come to go home, and despite Alexander's text asking us to leave earlier, I didn't want to go home with him. So, I hailed a cab and headed straight home."Mom!" My children ran to me as soon as I stepped inside. Oh, how much I missed them.I kissed them on their cheeks, suddenly feeling like a bad mom as I realized how distant I had been. It wasn't just about my relationship with Alexander; it had been like this ever since I started my new job. I had been neglecting them.It had been a month since we moved into this new house, and I was glad to see how happy they were here. They were also enjoying their new school, which Tonia had enrolled them in since their previous school was far away."Mom, you've been working really late these days," Riley said, and I smiled sadly."Yes, I have, and I'm really sorry about that," I said, gently patting her hair. But instead of looking upset, she smiled widely."Of course not, Mom. We're just worried about y
Chapter 27Alexander's POVI watched as Scarlett lay beside me, her breath ragged and her body still trembling from our heated encounter. The room was filled with a haze of desire and the scent of our passion. But as I looked at her, my heart clenched with a mixture of longing and frustration.We had just finished having another round of sex.I shouldn't be feeling this way. I shouldn't be losing myself to her, to the woman who was supposed to be my enemy. She was the one who had betrayed me, who had deceived me with her lies and manipulations. Yet, here I was, unable to resist her pull, drawn to her like a moth to a flame.I closed my eyes and tried to steady my racing heart. I needed to remind myself of the truth, of the reasons why I should hate her. But every time I looked at her, all I could see was her beauty, her vulnerability, and the way she made me feel alive.I should be cold, distant, and unaffected. That was the persona I had crafted for myself over the years. Emotions we
Chapter 28Scarlett's POVI slowly opened my eyes, the morning sunlight streaming through the window, casting a warm glow over the room. As my senses awakened, I reached out, expecting to feel Alexander's presence beside me. But my hand found only an empty space, cold and devoid of his touch.Confusion washed over me as I sat up in bed, searching the room for any sign of him. It was as if he had vanished into thin air. Questions swirled in my mind, and a knot formed in the pit of my stomach. Where had he gone? Why did he leave without a word?A sense of unease settled over me as I swung my legs over the side of the bed, slipping my feet into my slippers. I needed to find him, to understand what was happening. My mind raced with possibilities, my heart torn between hope and fear.As I made my way towards the door, the familiar creak of the floorboards seemed louder than usual. Each step felt heavy with uncertainty, mirroring the weight in my heart. I couldn't shake the feeling that som
Chapter 29Scarlett's POVAs Katrina's greeting lingered in the air, I stood there, feeling a mix of confusion and discomfort. Alexander whispered something to her, triggering a shift in her demeanor. A realization flashed across her face, and I could see a newfound confidence replacing her previous confusion.With a coy smile, Katrina took Alexander's hand and led him away towards his room. I watched their retreating figures, an inexplicable ache forming in my chest. It was as if I had been left behind, cast aside and forgotten in an instant.As they disappeared from view, a heavy silence settled over the house. I stood there, feeling invisible, as if I had become a mere spectator in my own life. Part of me wanted to storm after them, to demand answers, but another part held me back. Fear, uncertainty, and a profound sense of vulnerability kept my feet rooted to the floor.Hours turned into minutes, and minutes turned into an agonizing eternity. I could hear faint laughter and the oc
Chapter 30*Scarlett's POV*"Just someone I met during my jog," I replied, my tone nonchalant. I watched his expression, searching for any signs of jealousy or regret, but his face remained stoic, unreadable.Alexander released his grip on my arm, a flicker of emotion crossing his features. "I see," he muttered, his gaze dropping to the floor. There was a palpable tension between us, the weight of unspoken words hanging heavily in the air.Not wanting to prolong the interaction, I decided to take control of the situation. "Well, it was nice bumping into you, but I have things to attend to," I said, my voice tinged with a hint of finality. Without waiting for a response, I turned and continued walking, determined to distance myself from the confusion and pain that had consumed us.Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. The wounds inflicted by my failed relationship with Alexander slowly began to heal, thanks in part to the newfound friendship I had forged with Aaron. We
Chapter 31*Scarlett's POV*As the morning light streamed through the curtains, we woke up, our bodies still intertwined, the remnants of our passion lingering in the air. I looked into Alexander's eyes, seeing a mix of tenderness and devotion that warmed my heart."Scarlett," he whispered, his voice filled with a newfound vulnerability. "I never want to let you go again. I can't imagine my life without you."A smile graced my lips as I caressed his cheek, feeling a surge of love and gratitude. "And I never want to leave your side, Alexander. We've been through so much, but I believe in us. I believe in our love."He pulled me closer, his arms wrapping around me possessively yet gently. "We'll face whatever challenges come our way, together. Nothing will tear us apart again."In that moment, as we lay there, our bodies intertwined and our souls entwined, I felt a renewed sense of hope and possibility. Our past may have been marred by pain and misunderstandings, but we were determined
Chapter 32**Alexander's POV**As I sat in my study, reflecting on the past weeks, a whirlwind of emotions swirled within me. It seemed like only yesterday that I had stumbled upon Scarlett and Aaron together, igniting a fire of jealousy and longing within my heart. The pain of witnessing them together had been unbearable, but it had also forced me to confront my true feelings for Scarlett.In the days that followed, I had struggled to understand the depth of my emotions. The walls I had built around my heart after our painful separation began to crumble as I spent more time with her, getting to know her on a deeper level. Her kindness, resilience, and unwavering support had captivated me, pulling me back into the depths of love that I had buried for so long.When Scarlett confronted me about my anger, I realized that it was not simply jealousy that consumed me. It was fear, fear of losing her again, fear of being vulnerable and opening my heart to the possibility of hurt. But her unw
Chapter 33*Alexander's POV*My gaze was fixated on her enticing figure, completely captivated by her nakedness. I couldn't help but take my time, savoring every curve and contour of her body as she lay there, exuding a seductive allure."Are you going to join me or just stand there?" she taunted, a mischievous smirk playing on her lips. I remained silent, unable to form a coherent response as she took my hand, guiding me towards a nearby chair. I followed her lead without uttering a word, allowing her to push me gently into the seat.She gracefully settled into the chair opposite mine, her legs spreading wide apart, revealing her intimate desires. My breath hitched at the sight, a mixture of anticipation and desire coursing through my veins."Watch," she commanded, her voice laced with a hint of excitement, as she sensually bit down on her lower lip.With a deliberate and tantalizing movement, she brought a finger to her moist lips, tracing the outline as a shiver ran down my spine.