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Things 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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FOUR WEEKS LATERTwenty-eight days had passed since Alexander told Melinda his whole story and Neither Melinda nor Alexander had made any move. They don't even know what they are anymore. If they are still an item or not. Both of them were still very confused in their own world."Sorry for disturbing you, Dee. But someone is here to see you." Doris, Dee's assistant, told her."Thanks, Doris, you can tell the person to wait in the reception. I will be there in five minutes.""Sure," Doris said before exiting Dee's office.After completing what she was doing, Desourire made her way to the reception to see who was there to see her.On getting there, she saw that it was Alexander. A sad smile made its way to her lips. She could see that Alexander looked awful. His eye bag was so evident which made his eyeball smaller."Alexander, it's so good to see you." She said as Alexander stood up to hug her."You too Dee," Alex replied with a
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THE NEXT DAYMelinda decided she was going to do a half-day at work today because she wanted to sort out things with Alexander. She still did not have any plans on her mind yet but she was determined to reconcile with him today.Melinda took a look at the time and saw that it was almost three in the afternoon. She searched for her phone and called her mother."Hi mom," Mel said."How are you, my child?" Michelle said from the other side."I'm fine, mom. How's dad?" Mel asked."He's fine," Michelle said."Is there anything bothering you sweetheart?" Michelle could not help but notice worry in her daughter's voice.Melinda sighed, thinking of how to explain the whole issue to her mom."Is it about Alexander?" Her mom asked out of the blue."Yes," Mel whispered."He told me everything," Michelle said."He did?" Mel asked, shocked."Yes, he told your father and me the whole story.""I don't
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Melinda could not help with the smile that ceased to leave her face all through Monday morning. She spent her weekend with Alexander and that was one of the best weekends she has had in a very long time. Melinda And Alex spent their time cuddling, making love, and enjoying each other's company.Nate, Dee, Tracy, Raymond, Michelle, Amanda, and her husband were very happy when they heard the two lovebirds had settled their differences.When it was 6 pm, Melinda left the office. She decided to go home early to prepare for Nate's party. Nate's company was celebrating its foundation day coupled with their new successful deal so close friends, family, and staff were invited.Mel was happy for Nate. He had worked very hard and his hard work was starting to show off. At a very young age, he had achieved a lot and She couldn't be more proud of him.Melinda was also very excited because Nate would be introducing the girl he has been hiding to everyone.After
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Melinda woke up the following morning feeling nauseous. She quickly jumped down from her bed and ran into the bathroom to empty the contents in her stomach.Alexander soon appeared beside her as he moved her hair to one side and rubbed her back in the process. As soon as she was done, Alexander made her sit on the bathtub to regain her lost energy. He helped her rinse her mouth and also splashed water on her face."Are you sure you are okay now?" Alex asked and Mel nodded weakly. He helped her stand up after which he put some paste on her toothbrush and he watched her as she brushed her teeth. After she was done, He removed her clothes and assisted her in taking her bath. After that, he gave her a towel to dry herself while he went to bring some clean clothes for her and he helped her to wear them.Alexander carried Melinda to the bed and covered her with the duvet. He kissed her forehead and whispered into her ear. "Take a little rest while I go make you someth
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