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The Truth is Not Always Kind
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Nora Not talking to Alex has been driving me crazy, but I know he needs space. I didn't deserve to be lashed out at, no matter how annoyed he was, but I have to push all that aside and concentrate on my work. I want to prove to myself that I can complete this project, it is the biggest project I’ve worked on since starting with this firm and I want to be made partner. “Working hard?” “You’re early, Mr. Andrews.” “I had another meeting in the area, and it made sense to stop by when it was finished. Is now a bad time?” “Not at all. Take a seat.” “No need to be formal, Nora. Please call me Gavin.” He smirked at me knowing that is what I said the last time we met. “Ok, please have a seat, Gavin, while I gather the mock-ups.” I watched Gavin out of the corner of my eye as he walked around my office looking at things before settling down on a chair in front of my desk. “So, what do you have for me?” “There are a few things I have to show you. I created more of the myst
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Ace I’ve waited two weeks for today and I’m still nervous, I want tonight to be perfect for Nora, I can’t mess this up. We agreed to meet at a local bar and to take it from there if everything goes well. I’m being optimistic so I made dinner reservations at a nice Italian restaurant. “Are you ready for tonight?” My sister asked. Lily has been supportive throughout all this. She was even supportive when I told her about the club when I first started going. She’s always been supportive of me, as long as what I’m doing makes me happy. “I’m nervous. What if she decides this was a mistake?” “She won’t. She’ll love you without the mask. You’re good-looking, smart, and a great brother, be yourself and things will work out, and give her this.” My sister removed her hand from behind her back and revealed three yellow roses. “I thought red was too much and I think she’ll like these.” “Thanks. You don’t think this is a stupid idea?” “No. Chasing after love is never stupid. You
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Nora “The date isn’t over yet, and you’re already asking for a second date. I don’t think you’ve wooed me enough to ask for a second date,” I joked. “Hmm, l will have to fix that. How about you come back to my place, and I can show you why I should get a second date?” “Is that where you’re going to fuck me?” “If you let me, you will not only be thoroughly fucked, but pampered. This night is about you and about getting to know me, so you feel comfortable.” “Well, instead of going back to your place, how about we get some ice cream?” “Are you not my dessert?” he joked.“If you play your cards right, I may be your breakfast.” I was never the flirty type until I met Ace, but I like it. It’s playful, and the banter is nice. When I tried to flirt with the guys I dated in the past, they would tell me to stop, that I sounded ridiculous. “I want to take you to my favorite ice cream shop to talk. The seating is outside, so it is harder to get distracted.” I used a more serio
Secret Lover The Morning After
Nora My goal wasn’t to sleep over, but it happened. We fell asleep on the couch because Ace delivered his promise. Now I had to do the walk of shame in the daylight. If I’m lucky enough, I can sneak out of here while he is still asleep. I slowly slipped out of Ace’s arms and started collecting my clothes, and I dressed as quietly as possible. Just as I was about to take one step out of the living room, Ace scared the shit out of me. “Are you going to ghost me?” “Why would I ghost you?” “You were trying to slip out without me realizing; usually, that means you want to leave before you have to see the person again.” “I wanted to slip out before you realized how messy I look in the mornings and before you smelled my morning breath.” “You look fine. I have an extra toothbrush in my bathroom, and I have some sweats you can borrow while I make us breakfast, and I’m not taking no for an answer.” “Fine. Can I use your shower?” “You can use whatever you want or need to. The b
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Secret Lover The Sister
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