Sean's POVI stretched before waking up, but someone sleeping with my hand as her pillow blocked me. When I opened my eyes, my heart was full, happy that what I felt last night was not a dream. The softness of Arabella in my arms and the warmth of her presence by my side were so real that I could no longer deny our act of love last night."So beautiful," I murmured, looking at Arabella, who was breathing softly. "How did I get you like this?"I lay on my side, my free hand stroking Arabella's flowing hair. Her face looked so beautiful even though she was still asleep. I can see the imprint I left on her neck and her lips that still haven't healed from our kiss.This was the first time I felt alive and excited after a night spent together. Although Arabella didn't have any experience, she wasn't an amateur and could easily follow my rhythm during sex. She was also not easily frightened as she showed, but more of an adorable curiosity."Does that mean... I'm the first guy to do that wit

Sean's POVI entered the office, which was already crowded with employees. Those who knew me greeted me politely, while other employees immediately allowed me to pass freely. The elevator was exclusive because I was the only one riding it. No one dared to ride the same elevator as a high-ranking official who seemed cold and kept his distance from others except for work matters."Try it if Bella is here." I daydreamed, imagining that woman who would probably stick to me when I was in the office, and I would pretend to teach her something in the private room so that I could always be close to her or even more than that.I just snorted with laughter before the elevator doors opened again, revealing a special floor for my office, as well as my secretary's separate workplace. I had deliberately made this arrangement to get more privacy and not have to always be in contact with other people if it wasn't too important.I entered my room, which already looked neat and well-lit. My secretary m

Arabella's POV"I just want to be free, Sean. You can understand that for me, right?" I asked pleadingly. I was a little scared because I saw that the man's expression wasn't as gentle as usual, but at least Sean didn't immediately attack my rebuttal and was more likely to bend to my will. I waited for him, who still looked sharp, but he finally spoke after a while."Alright." Sean took a deep breath and then looked at me. He still looked conflicted but forced himself to speak. "You can find the job you want on your own, but there are three conditions you must fulfill, Bella.""What are they? I'll follow them." I looked at him intently, meaning what I said. From now on, I would do anything to get what I wanted, especially for my freedom as a growing woman."Let me know where you end up working, but before that, also where you apply." Sean showed me his two fingers and then slowly raised his ring finger. "Lastly, ask me for help if you get stuck. Can you?"I blinked, not expecting that

Dallas' POVI propped up my chin with one hand, staring at the outside of the office that seemed to be full of buildings and a cloudy sky. I heard some voices presenting one of the work projects at the beginning of the month, but I was more worried about Arabella, who never contacted me again after my call a few days ago. That little girl seemed to have forgotten me since we weren't living together."Mr. Dallas? Excuse me... what do you think of our project?" asked a woman who looked nervous but maintained her polite position after she finished introducing her team's hard work.I looked at the three female colleagues who were also looking expectantly at me, and then my gaze shifted to their presentation sheets, flipping through each sheet quickly while marking the parts they should improve to make this team-made project go better. I looked at the woman standing as the team leader, then at her three colleagues. "Some things are still unclear and need to be added. Give your work back to

Dallas' POV "What's what?" Wanda asked back, looking confused by my sudden change in attitude, but I had no desire to answer because I was busy with the many thoughts in my head that were immediately overwhelming.Wanda's words still rang, making me feel cheated by Sean and Arabella. Those two people didn't tell me anything other than that Arabella was fine. I thought nothing had happened other than that. My hands were clenched into fists. "So they really wanted to hide it from me.""Did Arabella not tell you?" Wanda asked. I gave her a sharp look and stood up, ignoring the rest of my food as I had no appetite. "Ah, damn. I shouldn't have said anything to you. I made a mistake because of my mouth again, damn it."I walked quickly after paying the bill, eager to get home, but Wanda was still chasing me and trying to stop me. "What are you going to do, scold Arabella again?" She yelled and stopped me in my tracks. I caught my breath and turned around, seeing the woman who had regained