LOGINELARA’S POV:I hadn’t realized how quickly the months had passed until our third anniversary was suddenly upon us. Three years. Three wonderful years of loving Rhett, of sharing countless memories, and of building a relationship that had become one of the most precious parts of my life.To celebrate, Rhett had arranged something special for us at a five-star hotel. Just thinking about spending the evening with him was enough to make me smile. I had been looking forward to it all week.“Happy third anniversary to you and Sir Rhett!”I looked up from my desk to find Alyssa standing in the doorway of my office, wearing an enormous smile.“Thank you, Aly,” I replied cheerfully.“So, what’s the plan?” she asked, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.“He said we’re celebrating at a hotel.”For some reason, my cheeks immediately grew warm. An unexpected thought had slipped into my mind, and judging by the mischievous expression spreading across Alyssa’s face, she had noticed.“Oh my gosh! What’
ELARA’S POVIt had been an incredibly busy day. I had barely managed to sit down because of the amount of work waiting for me.Most of my morning had been spent developing meal recommendations for the company’s cafeteria. I was preparing a healthy eating guide specifically designed for construction workers, many of whom worked long hours, experienced exhaustion, and spent much of their day exposed to the intense heat at project sites.Their meals needed to provide enough nutrients and energy to support their demanding schedules while remaining affordable.It wasn’t as simple as recommending vegetables and calling it a day.I had to consider their nutritional requirements, the physical demands of their jobs, and the company’s budget.Afterward, I still needed to prepare regular health reports for Rhett. These included updates on employee wellness, any improvements in their health, revised budget requirements, and my proposed plans for the following month.I had been moving back and for
ELARA’S POV:I barely had time to catch my breath before Rhett suddenly lifted me into his arms.My legs settled around his waist, and I instinctively wrapped my arms around his neck for support. His hands held me securely beneath my thighs as he carried me toward the wall.The cool surface pressed against my back, a startling contrast to the warmth of his body.He kissed my forehead first, then my lips, my cheeks, and the tip of my nose. His kisses wandered along my jaw before reaching my neck, making me instinctively raise my shoulders as a ticklish shiver passed through me. There was something playful about the way he touched me, yet every kiss carried a tenderness that made my heart race.By the time his lips reached my collarbone, I hardly knew where to put my hands.“R-Rhett…” I whispered, unable to suppress a soft moan.“Hmmm?” his response was low and husky, his warm breath brushing against my ear.Still carrying me, he walked toward the long couch in his office and carefully
ELARA’S POVI barely had time to catch my breath before Rhett suddenly lifted me into his arms.My legs settled around his waist, and I instinctively wrapped my arms around his neck for support. His hands held me securely beneath my thighs as he carried me toward the wall.The cool surface pressed against my back, a startling contrast to the warmth of his body.He kissed my forehead first, then my lips, my cheeks, and the tip of my nose. His kisses wandered along my jaw before reaching my neck, making me instinctively raise my shoulders as a ticklish shiver passed through me. There was something playful about the way he touched me, yet every kiss carried a tenderness that made my heart race.By the time his lips reached my collarbone, I hardly knew where to put my hands.“R-Rhett…” I whispered, unable to suppress a soft moan.“Hmmm?” his response was low and husky, his warm breath brushing against my ear.Still carrying me, he walked toward the long couch in his office and carefully l
ELARA’S POV:Time had passed, faster than I could have imagined.Four months.It had already been four months since I started working at Alaric Construction and Design, the company owned by its CEO, Rhett Alaric. And it had also been four months since he began courting me.A lot had happened during that time.I had learned to recognize the judgment hidden behind the employees’ glances. Some looked at me as though I didn’t belong beside Rhett, as though there were countless women more deserving of his attention. Sometimes, their disapproval was so obvious that I felt they were judging me for simply breathing the same air as him.As far as they were concerned, I had no place in his world.Fortunately, I had Alyssa.She was the only person in the department who had become a genuine friend and ally. We had similar personalities. Cheerful, easygoing, and perfectly capable of standing up for ourselves when necessary.As for the others, I had stopped wasting my energy trying to win them over
ELARA’S POVToday was my first day working at Rhett’s company, and my emotions were all over the place. I felt as though I were riding a roller coaster, caught somewhere between overwhelming nervousness and excitement about everything that awaited me.I wore a fitted white long-sleeved blouse, a black skirt with a slit at the back that reached just above my knees, and a pair of modest one-inch black heels. At first, I had refused to accept the corporate outfits Rhett had bought for me. He had already spent so much on my behalf, and I hated the thought of him spending even more. But, as usual, he insisted until I finally gave in.I left my naturally wavy hair loose around my shoulders and applied a little make-up. Nothing extravagant, just enough to look neat and presentable. I was arranging the contents of my bag when a car horn sounded outside, making me jump.“Elara! Rhett is here!” Mama called from outside my bedroom.“I’m coming, Ma!” I answered quickly, grabbing my khaki shoulder







