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Author: Josemaria
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AVA

The most unexpected part of the cruise was spending time alone with Ryan and it was easily the best part. Everything about him was different compared to his usual official looks or business talks.

Now, he was just Ryan in sweatpants and T-shirt, barefoot, messy hair from sleep. He was warm and calm and easy to be around. He made me laugh, he listened to me and never once pressured me in any way. I never thought someone like him ever existed. He was too real to be true.

Most times, I would watch him from across the room, admiring him quietly as he moved around the room shirtless. I had to stop myself from staring. Ryan was everything, he was built differently. He was like a sculpture, broad chest, defined abs, shoulders that looked like they belonged in a superhero movie. His skin was smooth and warm-toned and there was a faint line of hair running from his chest down to his waist.

Ryan wasn’t just handsome, he was breathtaking.

But I knew better. I knew all of these wouldn’t last
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  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   10

    AVAThe most unexpected part of the cruise was spending time alone with Ryan and it was easily the best part. Everything about him was different compared to his usual official looks or business talks. Now, he was just Ryan in sweatpants and T-shirt, barefoot, messy hair from sleep. He was warm and calm and easy to be around. He made me laugh, he listened to me and never once pressured me in any way. I never thought someone like him ever existed. He was too real to be true.Most times, I would watch him from across the room, admiring him quietly as he moved around the room shirtless. I had to stop myself from staring. Ryan was everything, he was built differently. He was like a sculpture, broad chest, defined abs, shoulders that looked like they belonged in a superhero movie. His skin was smooth and warm-toned and there was a faint line of hair running from his chest down to his waist.Ryan wasn’t just handsome, he was breathtaking.But I knew better. I knew all of these wouldn’t last

  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   9

    RYANAva’s body was warm against mine. We were tangled up in the sheets. Our breathing was soft despite the quietness of the room. I just lay there, trying to process what had happened. We had crossed a line. I had crossed a dangerous line.But I didn't regret it, not once. Not when I had a beautiful woman lying next to me. Not when it felt this….right.Ava who was lying beside me, turned slightly away, the blanket pulling up to her shoulder. Her back was bare, sexy, inviting; her hair was a mess, yet she looked more than beautiful, even in this moment of silence.I turned toward her, resting my hand on her arm. “Hey,” I said in a low tone.She peeked over her shoulder but she didn’t say a word.“Do you regret it?” I asked gently.Her eyes widened for a minute and I immediately regretted asking. But I needed to know how she felt about it.She shrugged, chewing her bottom lip. Then she gave the tiniest shake of her head. “No, I don't,” she whispered.I felt relief rush through me like

  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   8

    AVAI waited.The gala was slowly coming to an end. The music had softened to a quiet hum. People were beginning to leave in pairs, laughter fading behind them as they stepped out of the hall. Even Mr. Langston and his wife had said their goodnight.“You’re sure he’s coming back?” Mrs. Langston asked kindly. “He will,” I said, even though I wasn't sure anymore. “You don’t have to wait behind, I can handle things here on my own.”As they left, I kept staring at the door, hoping for his return. I wondered what took him so long.Finally, after what felt like forever, Ryan walked into the hall.But this time, he looked different. His hair was a bit out of place, his tux was wrinkled and there was something off about his look.“Sorry for keeping you waiting. You must be hungry, let’s go grab dinner,” he said like nothing had happened.I stood up slow;y. “Ryan, where have you been?” I asked.He avoided my eyes. “I had to get things done,” he muttered.That answer didn’t sit right with me.

  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   7

    RYANThe party was going smoothly, it was great so far. Ava looked comfortable now. She was beautiful, breathtaking. The way she carried herself, even though I knew she was nervous, made me feel so proud of her. I was proud to have a woman like her by my side.I could tell that Mr. Langston and his wife were impressed. Ava made them laugh, she even shared stories about her childhood. She didn't even try too hard and that was the charm she possessed. She didn’t have to pretend about who she was and they loved her for it.I felt happy. Everything was going according to plan so far. We were in the clear or so I thought.Then, I heard a loud shout just outside the hall.At first, I thought it was just two drunk guests arguing outside. It was normal for parties of this kind. Too much champagne and a bruised ego, maybe. I excused myself and stepped out to check what the situation was.But when I got to the hallway, I met a different scenario.It was Ethan, Ava’s ex-boyfriend.He was drunk.

  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   6

    AVAThe Christmas gala was finally here.I stood in front of the mirror, holding my breath as I stared at the dress Ryan had gotten for me. The dress fit so perfectly. It was smooth and soft and hugged my body like it was made just for me. Ryan had chosen a dark green colour, and truly, he made the right choice. The colour made my skin glow, and the way it flowed around my legs made me feel different. Like someone elegant. Like royalty.But I was nervous. Very nervous. I had never been to any fancy events like this before. I didn’t even mingle with the kind of people that could be found in a place like that. I was just a regular girl with a regular life who worked extra hard to get by every day. Now, I wasn't just standing in a luxury yacht, I was getting ready for an event filled with people of influence and riches with a man I barely knew.Who was he anyway? He had claimed to be a mere team leader, and now he was taking me to an event as glamorous as this.Ryan had stepped out earl

  • Cozy Lie, Christmas Ties   5

    AVAI couldn’t stop thinking about the kiss. It wasn’t part of the plan and neither was his client there with us to keep up the performance. But it happened.And it felt real. So real.The way Ryan touched me, the way his lips moved with mine; that wasn’t fake, not even a little. My heart still raced every time I thought of it. It kept replaying constantly in my head and I honestly wished the kiss had lasted a bit longer. Maybe I was overthinking it. It probably didn't mean anything to him. I wasn’t supposed to feel this way. Ryan was a mere business deal, a distraction, a mere favor.The next day, there were no meetings to attend so I stayed in my cabin. I didn’t want to see him or anyone else.Thankfully, his client had canceled the fancy dinners I was supposed to attend with Ryan and had met with him alone to discuss business. I stayed behind with my camera, taking pictures. It helped clear my head most of the time. I wandered around the yacht, capturing beautiful moments like su

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