LOGINAriana quickly pulled her hand away from Marco and marched up the porch.“That’s none of your business!” she snapped. “What the hell is going on? Why are there police officers at my house?”The stern-looking woman stepped forward.She wore a neat blazer and held a folder tightly against her chest. Her face was serious.“Mrs. Flores, I’m Mrs. Houston from Child Protective Services.”Ariana’s anger immediately turned into confusion.“Child Protective Services?”“Yes.”“Why are you here?”Mrs. Houston opened her folder and glanced at her notes.“We received several complaints from your neighbors.”Ariana frowned. “Complaints about what?”Mrs. Houston looked directly at her.“We were told there was a large party at this house last night.”Ariana’s heart skipped. “What?”“A frat party,” Mrs. Houston continued. “And according to the complaints, your two-year-old son and your nephew were inside the house while the party was happening.”Ariana’s face went pale. “That’s not possible.”Mrs. Hou
SURROGACY AGENCY – MEETING ROOM – 11:00 AMGabriella sat at a small table, waiting. Sofia sat beside her, looking uncomfortable.The door opened. A young woman walked in. She was tall and slender with olive skin and dark eyes. She was beautiful. Her hair was long and dark. Her smile was shy.Maria.Gabriella studied her like she was inspecting a piece of merchandise."Hello," Maria said softly. "I'm Maria."Gabriella didn't smile. "Sit down."Maria sat down nervously.Gabriella leaned forward and studied Maria carefully. “So, Maria. Tell me about yourself.”Maria sat up straight, trying not to look nervous.“I’m from Spain. I came to America two years ago. I work as a waitress, and I send money back home to help my family.”Gabriella nodded slowly.“I see. And you’re willing to carry a baby for me?”Maria nodded.“Yes. I want to help. I know how much having a family means to people, and if I can help someone have a child, I’m willing to do it.”Gabriella gave a small laugh. “That’s s
SOHO CLUB ~ NEW YORK CITY “Do it,” he said against her breast. “Come on my fingers.”She did. Her whole body tightened. She moaned loud, not caring who might hear outside. Her inner walls clenched around his fingers as the orgasm rolled through her. Marco kept moving his hand, drawing it out until she was shaking.When she could breathe again he pulled his fingers free and kissed her mouth. She tasted herself on his tongue.“I need you inside me,” she said. “Right now.”Marco didn’t argue. He unbuckled his belt, shoved his jeans and boxers down just enough. His cock sprang free, thick and hard. Ariana reached down and wrapped her hand around him. He hissed.“Fuck, your hand feels good.”She stroked him a few times, then guided him to her entrance. Marco looked her in the eyes.“You sure?”“I’ve never been more sure. Fuck me.”He pushed in slow at first. She was tight after so long without anyone. The stretch burned in the best way. Ariana’s mouth fell open. Marco kept going until
THE SURROGACY AGENCY ~ NEW YORK CITY Gabriella shook her head. "No."Sofia's jaw dropped. "What? Why not?"Gabriella's voice was cold. "She's a medical student. She's going to be too busy. She won't have time to take care of herself properly. The baby needs a surrogate who can dedicate herself fully to the process. Next."Mrs. Sterling looked like she was about to have a breakdown. "Mrs. Guerra, those are all of our candidates. Every single one of them."Gabriella's eyes narrowed. "That's it? That's all you have? Five women?"Mrs. Sterling nodded nervously. "They're the best of the best. We've screened hundreds of candidates to find these five."Gabriella laughed bitterly. "Hundreds? And this is what you came up with? A horse-faced yoga instructor and a weak-chinned model?"Sofia buried her face in her hands. "Oh my God, Gabriella."Gabriella stood up, her heels clicking against the marble floor. "This is unacceptable. I need a surrogate who is perfect. Flawless. Someone who will c
SURROGACY AGENCY – RECEPTION – 10:00 AMThe surrogacy agency was located in a sleek, modern building in Midtown Manhattan. Gabriella walked in like she owned the place. She wore a designer dress and high heels. She looked like she was about to attend a fashion show, not pick out a surrogate.Sofia followed behind her, carrying a large designer bag. She looked nervous."Gabriella, are you sure about this?" Sofia whispered. "This is insane. Even for you."Gabriella waved her hand dismissively. "Relax, Sofia. I know what I'm doing. This is the only way."Sofia sighed. "I still think you should just get pregnant yourself. It's not that big of a deal."Gabriella made a disgusted face. "Are you serious? Do you know what pregnancy does to your body? Stretch marks. Sagging skin. Weight gain. I am not ruining my figure for anyone."Sofia shook her head. "But it's Alejandro's baby. He's your husband."Gabriella laughed coldly. "Exactly. Alejandro is my husband. And I need to keep him happy. A
FAVINO PENTHOUSE ~ NEW YORK CITY Gabriella sighed. "Fine. What about when he's sleeping? I can—""Seduce him," Sofia interrupted. "That's what you do. You seduce him. You get him excited. And then when he's not paying attention, you use a syringe or something."Gabriella's face lit up. "A syringe! Yes! I can get a needleless syringe and collect it myself!"Sofia stared at her. "You're going to put a syringe near his—"Gabriella waved her hand dismissively. "Not near. I'll wait until after. When he's in the bathroom. I'll collect it."Sofia shook her head slowly. "You're really going to do this, aren't you?"Gabriella nodded firmly. "Yes. I'm going to do this."Sofia looked at her friend. Her eyes were wide with disbelief."Oh my God," Sofia whispered. "You are really evil."Gabriella smiled. A cold, calculating smile."That's why we're best friends," Gabriella said. "Because you understand me."Sofia laughed. It was a nervous laugh. "I don't know if I understand you. I think I'm just
AMELIA STONE OFFICE ~ STONE INDUSTRIES The door to Amelia’s office opened without a sound. Nicholas Hale stepped in, closing it behind him with a soft click. The room seemed to shift, charged with something unspoken.Amelia stayed in her chair, leaning back with calm, controlled ease. Her usual CE
ALEJANDRO MASTER BEDROOM ~ NEW YORK The phone had been buzzing nonstop.Alejandro walked into the master bedroom, holding it up. “Mi reina, your phone has been ringing non-stop.”Amelia pushed herself up against the pillows, exhausted. “My phone? Are you serious? I thought I had it with me all alo
ALEXANDER MANSION~ NEW YORKAlexander Blackwood stormed through the marble halls of his mansion, his anger practically vibrating through his steps. The maids and staff froze as he passed, their whispers trailing behind him. He reached the Master bedroom, flinging the door open.“Vivian!” he shoute
BLACKWOOD INDUSTRIES ~ NEW YORK Katherina slipped Nicholas Hale’s card into her folder and closed it.Control. That was the word. And that was what she needed to hold on to.She straightened her blazer, smoothed her face, and returned to her desk as if nothing had happened. As if the air in the ro







