LOGINFor years, Nicole endured mistreatment under her aunt’s roof, but her unwavering resolve pushed her to excel. Against all odds, she graduated summa cum laude, securing a high-ranking position at the very company that had supported her education. She thought her struggles were finally over, that her years of sacrifice had paid off. But fate had other plans. Nicole found herself irresistibly drawn to her cold and enigmatic boss—the company’s CEO. Try as she might to resist, their connection deepened, blurring the lines between professionalism and desire. What she thought was love, however, turned out to be nothing more than a fleeting affair for him. Now trapped in an agonizing situation, Nicole struggles to maintain her composure. How can she stay civil when the man she loves—the man she once believed could be her future—sees her as nothing more than a passing fling? Worse still, how can she let go when her heart refuses to move on?
View MoreNicole immediately smiled as she woke up, her eyes opening to the familiar, comforting face of Alexander right in front of her. The soft morning light filtered through the curtains, casting a warm glow on his features."Good morning, beautiful wife," he greeted her, his voice rich with affection, and his eyes gleaming with a mischievous sparkle. He gazed at her intently, like she was the most precious thing in the world."Good morning, naughty husband," she replied playfully, her voice full of teasing warmth. Without hesitation, she raised her arms and pulled him into a tight hug, relishing the closeness of his presence. He eagerly reciprocated, wrapping his arms around her and pulling her in even closer. But just as he leaned in to kiss her on the lips, Nicole quickly turned her face away, causing a pout to form on his lips.Alexander’s brows furrowed in slight confusion as he paused, staring at her in surprise. "What’s wrong?" he asked, his tone soft but curious.Nicole couldn’t hol
Standing just outside the grand, ornately carved doors of the church, Nicole could already hear the soft, melodic strains of the organ, filling the air with a sense of serenity and anticipation. Her heart skipped a beat as excitement surged within her—this was it. The moment she had dreamed about for so long. Today, she was about to marry the man she loved more than anything in the world—Shawn Alexander Montefalco, her CEO, her lover, the father of their precious daughter, Alexandrea.Nicole’s fingers tightened slightly around the bouquet she held, the delicate white roses a symbol of the new chapter she was about to begin. But just as she was starting to bask in the moment, she felt her grandmother’s hand settle gently on her arm, a comforting weight.“I know I’ve said this countless times already, dear, but congratulations again. I’m so happy for you,” her grandmother said, her voice thick with emotion. She squeezed Nicole’s hand warmly and placed a soft kiss on her forehead, adjust
"You look beautiful, Nicole," Leah praised her, smiling as the flamboyant makeup artist who had been taking care of everything finished her up.Today was her wedding day with Alexander, and Nicole felt that no word could truly capture the joy and excitement she felt at that moment.Nicole smiled at her friend and thanked her."Thank you so much, Leah. And thank you for agreeing to be my maid of honor," she said, extending her arms for a tight hug."Ah, don’t mention it. Who else would you choose as your maid of honor? I’m the only one who’s your best friend and ridiculously beautiful," Leah joked, making them both laugh.They paused when Leah suddenly stared at her intensely.Before Nicole could even ask why, Leah spoke first."I just... can’t believe you’re actually getting married," Leah said, her voice softening with emotion. "I’m so happy for you, Nicole. So, so happy for you."She smiled sweetly at Nicole, wiping away a tear.Nicole playfully rolled her eyes and hugged her again.
Nicole couldn't help but smile sweetly as she gazed at her newborn baby. She felt like she could spend the entire afternoon just staring at her peacefully sleeping child."Hey, you should rest too..."Nicole immediately turned toward the sound of the door opening, and she smiled even wider when she saw Alexander standing there."I know, I just can't help but stare at her. She's so beautiful, Alex. My baby is so beautiful."She said happily, and Alexander smiled back as he carefully walked toward her, making sure not to make any noise that might wake the baby."Our daughter, and yes, I agree. She's gorgeous. I mean, what do you expect? Her dad—and your soon-to-be husband—is pretty handsome too."He said with a playful tone, which made Nicole roll her eyes."You're not handsome, and who said I was going to marry you?"She teased, causing Alexander to pout."You said so when you were in labor. You said you’d marry me."He replied, sounding so sure of himself, making Nicole smile again as
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