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Melinda barely had any sleep last night. She kept on thinking about Alexander. Maybe Rhoda was right. Alex could be a different guy. But she was scared to give in to him. She didn't want to get hurt again.
She could not even bring herself to reply to Alex's text message yesterday. She kept typing and erasing for like eight times. She didn't know what to type so she decided she was going to apologize to him in person, today.
Melinda had dressed up for work, She just finished having breakfast when the sound of the doorbell came through. She stood up from the dining table, straightened her clothes, and walked towards the door.
She opened the door and saw Alexander standing on the other side, looking more handsome than she could recall yesterday. Melinda did not know how long she kept staring at him until she was brought out of her trance by Alex's voice.
"Good morning Miss Davis," He greeted.
Melinda didn't know why but she fel
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Melinda woke up quite late on Saturday morning after which she made herself a cup of coffee and decided to do some office work at home. She didn't even know that time had gone until she decided to take a break by checking her social media account. After that, she decided to take a shower and go over to her parents' house to surprise them and maybe head to Desourire's place later on.Melinda was satisfied with her look once she saw her reflection in the mirror. She was about to put on her shoes when the doorbell rang. Mel was surprised as she wasn't expecting anyone. Nevertheless, she went ahead to open the door and came face to face with the last person she wanted to see, Frank.Before she could even ask him what he was doing at her apartment, Frank bagged in."Heyy. Don't you have any manners? How dare you enter my Apartment without me asking you to come in." Mel shouted at him after she shut the door behind her."Oh, I see. Is that how you now talk to y
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When Alexander noticed Mel had fallen asleep on his lap, He carefully got up with her in his arms. She snuggled more into his chest, her hand went around his neck, holding up to him as if her life depended on it. That gesture alone made a huge smile creep to Alex's face.Alex went straight to Melinda's room and laid her on the bed. He covered her with the duvet after which he kissed her forehead. Then he stepped out of the room quietly, shutting the door behind him.Alexander glanced at his wristwatch and saw that it was almost dinner time so he decided to surprise Mel with some food. Once he got to the kitchen, he reached for an apron and got started with his cooking..................................................Melinda opened her eyes slowly and saw herself on her bed. A small smile crept to her lips when she remembered she had just confessed her feelings to Alex. She liked Alex very much and had decided to give him a try.Melinda got up fro
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Melinda was used to spending Friday evenings with either Nate or Desourire. But today, she had ditched both of them. She gave them an excuse about having some work to do so she could go on a date with Alexander.Alex and Mel's relationship has been going on well and Melinda has been enjoying every bit of it. They have managed to keep their relationship a secret but Mel knew at some point, she would have to tell people who were close to her. Most especially now that Desourire had started suspecting something. Till then she wanted to enjoy things privately with Alex.Melinda and Alexander have not gone farther than kissing and a little bit of smooching.Seeing that Alex would be here any minute from now, Mel went for a quick shower and dressed up in something very simple and she looked so gorgeous as well as comfortable. She had put on one of her favourite black dresses.A few minutes later, the doorbell rang and Mel rushed to open it. Standing right there
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WEEKS LATERThings had been going well for Melinda. Work had been stressful but she was able to cope as usual. Alex had always been there for her and she couldn't be happier for having a boyfriend like him. No one knew about her relationship with Alex yet, except Dee and Nate.Melinda was also very happy because her lawyer gave her the news that her divorce would be finalized the following week. Perhaps after that, she would make her relationship with Alex public, but not before telling her parents.So Mel was currently at her Parent's mansion because today was her Mother's birthday. They decided to have a small get-together with family and close friends only."Happy birthday, Mommy," Mel greeted as soon as she entered her parents' room."Thank you, my baby," Michelle said as she returned her daughter's hug after which she kissed her forehead and Mel chuckled."Mom, you still treat me like a baby, I'm a grown woman" Mel whined."Even
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Melinda opened her eyes and saw Alexander staring at her with so much adoration in his eyes. She blushed and hid her face as she remembered what happened between them the previous night. Yeah, she gave herself to Alex and he pleasured her to the heights she had never imagined she could get.Alex chuckled as he saw Mel hide her face in the pillow. He pulled her closer to his chest and kissed her forehead. "Good morning, my love," Alex said in his sexy husky voice."Good morning," Mel replied shyly, still kind of hiding her face in his chest which Alex found so adorable."Feeling good?" Alex asked."Yeah, just a little sore," Mel replied."Do you regret it?" Alex asked because he did not regret making love to her."No. I actually look forward to more." Mel said which earned a chuckle from Alex.."So what do you want us to do today?" He asked her."Let's just cuddle and watch movies," Mel said as snuggled closer to him."An
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Melinda was going through the last file of the day when she was interrupted by a knock on the door."Yes, come in." She answered absentmindedly."I guess someone is still very busy," Alex said as he entered her office.Upon hearing his voice, Mel's face lit up as a smile appeared on her face. " She removed her reading glasses, dropped them on the table, and approached Alex who had already taken a seat on the couch.Mel sat on his lap, wrapped her arms around his neck, and kissed him passionately."I missed you," Mel said in between kisses."I miss you too, my love," Alexander replied."So how was work today?" He asked."It was okay but I was kinda distracted because your face kept on popping in my head," Mel said and they both chuckled."I got something for you,""Really?" Mel said, the excitement was very much evident in her voice.Alex nodded and brought out a small box from his pocket and handed it to Me
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After crying for what seemed like hours in the office, Mel decided she wanted to be alone so she decided to leave for her apartment. She packed her stuff and headed out of the office. Upon entering the elevator, Mel came in contact with Tracy who looked at her with a wide eye."Mel, is anything the matter?" Tracy asked surprised as she saw that her Boss's eyes were red and puffy from crying. She also looked pale.Mel was trying to reply to Tracy but words failed her. Her lips were quivering but no words came out of it. A tear rolled down Melinda's cheek which she quickly wiped away.Tracy pulled Mel into the elevator after which she pressed the close button and put the elevator on hold then she pulled Mel into a hug.Tracy had no idea of what happened to her Boss. All she knew was that Melinda was a very good person who took her like her younger sister and deserved all the happiness life had to offer."Don't worry about me, Tracy. I just need to be
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THE NEXT DAY.Melinda decided that she was not in good shape to go to the office today so she thought it would be better to work from home. Meanwhile, Dee had gone to her publishing house but not before making breakfast for Mel which she refused to eat till now. Dee, however, promised Mel that she was going to see her later in the evening.After working non-stop for three hours, Mel decided to take a break to eat something and as soon as she rose to her feet, The doorbell rang.She wasn't expecting anyone. Even though her best friends and Tracy promised to visit her today, It was too early for them to show up as they ought to be busy at their workplace by now. So no doubt it was Alexander that was at the door.Melinda reluctantly walked to the door after which she let out a big sigh before opening up. She opened the door and found Alexander standing there with a very worried look and Mel did not fail to notice his heavy eye bag as if he had not slept for
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