MasukAfter an accusation that leads to separation, Desdemona meets with her ex boss; Ettiene,after five years. But this time things are different as she is the boss. She wants revenge. He wants her forgiveness. Things take a turn when feelings stir and old secrets are uncovered. Could this be their second chance at love or will scandal, blackmail and secrets play a role in pulling them apart for good?
Lihat lebih banyakDesdemonaThe aroma of roasted garlic, rosemary, and seared ribeye filled the house, making the tension vibrating through the dining room a bit warm.Etienne had spent the entire afternoon playing chef. He looked remarkably relaxed which I had not expected as his father and brother were around. He sat at the head of the long table, with Molly in her booster chair to his right and me to his left.Sadly my mother, Myra’s mom and our dearest father, David couldn't make it. My mom said she was busy on a vacation and she refuses to be part of family drama. Myra's mom told me to never bother her again and David, let's just say he had better things to do.Across from me sat Etienne’s father, looking unusually quiet, his sharp eyes scanning the room, moving from face to face and repeating. Next to him was Jules, who looked thoroughly miserable. Probably still nursing a bruised ego from missing the big meeting, his arms crossed tightly over his chest.Further down the table sat Kevin, looking e
DesdemonaThe next morning, the sunlight filtered softly through the kitchen windows.. Etienne stood at the stove, humming lightly under his breath as he flipped pancakes. He looked entirely at peace in his t-shirt and sweatpants.Molly swung her legs back and forth from her high stool at the kitchen island, her eyes glued to the stack of fluffy pancakes growing on the plate.I poured myself a cup of coffee and walked over, sliding onto the stool next to her. I caught Etienne’s eye, and he turned off the burner, wiping his hands on a dishtowel before coming over to stand right beside us. He slid a plate of pancakes in front of Molly, but instead of moving away, he pulled up a chair close to her side."Molly, sweetie," I started, reaching over to gently smooth down a stray curl on her head. "Before we eat, Etienne and I want to talk to you about something really important."Molly looked up from her plate, her eyes darting between the two of us.Etienne took a slow breath, his eyes shin
DesdemonaThe bedroom door creaked open just an inch, letting a sliver of hallway light cut through the shadows of Molly’s room.Etienne stepped inside first, his movements so cautious it was as if he were walking on eggshells. I followed closely behind, my heart still fluttering with a mix of leftover adrenaline and overwhelming relief.We stopped beside the small bed. Molly was completely knocked out, buried beneath a pink duvet with her favorite plush bear tucked securely under her arm. A faint, rhythmic snore escaped her lips.Etienne stood frozen, staring down at her. In the dim light, I watched the realization wash over him all over again. His jaw softened, and his shoulders completely dropped. Slowly, he reached out, his large hand gently brushing a stray curl away from her forehead. He was so careful, treating her like the most fragile, precious thing in the world."Look at her," he whispered, his voice strained with emotion. "She has my nose. How did I not see that before?""
The meeting had gone even better than I’d expected.Okay, let’s be honest, I’d planned for it to go exactly that way, but I was still thoroughly impressed with myself. I had called David earlier to ask for another illegal favor, mostly because that seemed to be his area of expertise these days. His sole job was to ensure Jules didn't make it to the meeting. That way, his father, who was presiding over it, would see firsthand how irresponsible Jules was and finally stop bothering with him.It was a massive success.After the meeting wrapped, I walked straight into the old man's office. My head was held high, but my heart was thumping violently against my ribs.“Sir?”“Yes, Desdemona. Do you have something for me?” he asked, his tone agitated.“About that.” I took a deep, steadying breath. “I will no longer be trying to pit your kids against each other.”He leaned back in his leather chair, rubbing his temples thoughtfully. “And why is that?”“It’s exhausting.”“Give me the real reason,
DesdemonaMy eyes glared at the ceiling like it was the source of all my problems.I can't do anything in two weeks–less that two weeks actually.I roughly turn to my side and exhale loudly. The clock starred at me reminding me I have four hours to sleep before work.The date offer from Ettiene still li
Chapter 43Desdemona Ignoring and moving on, that's what you do when too much information has been dumped on you all at once.A knock comes and I stop swinging around in my chair.“Come in.” His figure brings a light smile to me face. “I didn't expect to see you here.”“Your secretary called me.”“Ah, th
EttieneOkay.The mother and the daughter are going all out in this round."What? What do you mean my father?"Moriah stops and turns. "And for your information,he was not old then,he is old now. Either way,he does not look his age.""The fuck you mean he does not look his age?" Moriahs face does not giv
MyraThe club was not packed up but the same smell filled the air; sweat, alcohol and cigarettes. Not to forget sex.I clear my throat and step further inside, allowing my eyes to scan over the room.Josh is tall and well built meaning he won't be hard to spot in the crowd.Cold hands grab my arm. “Come


















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