LOGINAfter her mother’s death, Sussay Monroe is forced to live with the billionaire father who was never there, Marcus Monroe, a man buried in business, baby-mama scandals, and guilt he hides behind money. She’s just another responsibility to him, one he quickly shoves aside by forcing her to get a job. That’s how Sussay ends up working for Dominic Stone, her father’s best friend and business partner, a 48-year-old CEO with ice in his veins and blood on his hands when it comes to corporate wars. To Sussay, he’s just another cold, arrogant man who treats emotions like weaknesses. Until she starts seeing what no one else does. The exhaustion. The quiet kindness under the ruthless mask. The loneliness of a man who has everything and yet nothing real. And against her will, she falls for him. Dominic knows he should stay away. She’s Marcus’s daughter, the one line he can never cross. But when Sussay looks at him with those defiant, vulnerable eyes, every wall he’s built begins to crack. One night, she kisses him… and every reason to resist turns to ash.
View More“Are you sure you’re ready to be back already?” I asked.“I’m fine, Sussay,” Lena said softly. “The doctor said so himself.”Lena’s accident was on a Friday. After she was taken to a hospital, she was found to have only suffered minor injuries and didn’t need to be admitted. She stayed home through the weekend and Monday and was back on Tuesday. The whole office had practically been fussing over her all day. “Alright, if you say so,” I surrendered. I couldn’t afford to worry about anyone else anyway. Dominic was killing me. I had reworked one report four times already this morning. Even when I was certain I had done more than enough, he still found something I hadn’t even thought mattered.“At least be consistent with your figures.”“This section contradicts your earlier point.”“You rushed this.”If Marcus was the Devil then Dominic was his spawn. I left Lena and headed to my office to work on the report for the fifth time. After about fifteen minutes, I was certain I had done
Sussay's POVIt still didn’t feel real. Getting out of bed, taking a bath, getting dressed and even now being driven to work. None of it. On the way, my mind wandered back to my father’s visit to my room.“Care to explain what the hell is going on between you two?” Marcus asked, almost fuming.“N-nothing,” I stammered, struggling to think.“Then explain to me why he won’t say anything about your interview.”I caught my breath. Dominic hadn’t said anything? That means Marcus didn’t know anything. Maya was right. This was working in my favour.“For your sake, I hope you haven’t ruined this opportunity,” he added. “Nothing is ruined," I responded calmly. “I’m fit to resume tomorrow.”I watched his anger drop three levels instantly. “Good,” he said, leaving.“We’re here,” the driver announced.“Thank you,” I said, getting down before he could help me.Dad had made it clear that the driver would only drop me off in the morning but I’d have to manage on my own when coming back. Something
“Yes, I’m expecting her. You can let her in,” I said, putting down the phone with a sigh.I wasn’t one to favour people unduly but when Marcus said he had a daughter who needed a job, I couldn’t turn him down. Besides, the fact that she’s willing to work despite having a billionaire daddy counts for something… even if he’s forcing her.The knob turned gently and Lena’s head popped in, then the rest of her figure.“Mr Stone, she’s here,” Lena announced.I raised my eyes to see someone I didn’t think I’d see ever again. At least, not in my office. It was the girl from that night. The night I almost lost myself. How could she be Marcus’s daughter? The thought of something happening between us sent a chill down my spine.Our eyes met, recognition impossible to ignore. “Thank you, Lena. You may leave,” I announced.Lena stepped out, leaving me and her alone. My eyes were fixed on her but my mind wandered. I wasn’t sure how to handle things. Do I bring that night up or pretend it didn’t
I was already flagging a taxi when I heard a voice calling out to me.“Miss Monroe! Miss Monroe!” The voice called desperately.I turned to see the driver who had dropped me off earlier. I had completely forgotten I’d arrived with him and never imagined he would wait until I was done inside.I walked toward him and he hurried to open the door. Once I settled in, he closed it and rushed back to the driver’s seat.“Are you ready to leave, Miss Monroe?” he asked, watching me through the rearview mirror.“Please call me Sussay,” I said with a small wave.“I couldn’t possibly do that—”“It’s fine,” I insisted. “Just call me Sussay.”“As you wish… ma'am,” he accepted reluctantly.“Good,” I declared. “Take me home.”The drive back home was quiet but for my thoughts. I was mad and embarrassed at the same time. Mad that he tried to act away that night. But then again… I tried to kiss a married man. I was so consumed with my thoughts I didn't realise when we had gotten home. Not until the dri












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