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Chapter 25

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She shudders slightly, a sigh leaving her lips. “I want you to do all those things.”

As she whispers the words, I feel my body tighten up, ready to give her exactly what she asks for, until she speaks up again.

“But we both know we can't do that. Your ex-wife is my friend. I currently work for you. And you're just not my type.” Even the gentleness and her tone doesn't take the sting out of her words. I've never considered myself not her type before, but I guess it makes sense.

“Keep telling me the reasons why we shouldn't and you're just going to make me want you even more. What's forbidden is extra delicious.” Of course, I'm not saying the words with any intent to pressure her, I'm more just continuing to speak because she asked me not to stop. But at my words she lifts her head and stares into my eyes.

“You are absolutely terrible and totally right. But I think it would be best if we stayed strong and stuck to our convictions.”

I'm not about to let her put this on me. “You mean that
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    She shudders slightly, a sigh leaving her lips. “I want you to do all those things.”As she whispers the words, I feel my body tighten up, ready to give her exactly what she asks for, until she speaks up again.“But we both know we can't do that. Your ex-wife is my friend. I currently work for you. And you're just not my type.” Even the gentleness and her tone doesn't take the sting out of her words. I've never considered myself not her type before, but I guess it makes sense.“Keep telling me the reasons why we shouldn't and you're just going to make me want you even more. What's forbidden is extra delicious.” Of course, I'm not saying the words with any intent to pressure her, I'm more just continuing to speak because she asked me not to stop. But at my words she lifts her head and stares into my eyes.“You are absolutely terrible and totally right. But I think it would be best if we stayed strong and stuck to our convictions.”I'm not about to let her put this on me. “You mean that

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