GEORGE'S POV"James," I said, interrupting the comfortable silence that had settled between us in the car. "Do you think there's something I'm doing? Some way I'm behaving towards Paris, that's not good? I can't help but wonder if there's something I'm doing that's contributing to the problems we're having." My voice was filled with concern as I confronted the possibility that I could be part of the problem."Huh!" James' jaw dropped in shock, like I had just said something completely out of the ordinary. I could see the surprise etched on his face as he replied instantly, his eyes still fixed on mine through the rearview mirror. My own brows knit together in irritation as I stared back at him, frustration boiling up inside me. How could he be so shocked when I was only trying to do the right thing?James quickly realized the seriousness of my inquiry, and with a jolt, he pulled himself together, his eyes back on the road."Sir, I don't think you're doing anything wrong at all," he

CHARLOTTE'S POVAs I strolled out of the office, a lady caught my eye. She was walking towards me, and while I knew most of the employees at the company from my weekly visits, I was certain I’d never seen her before. Her refined demeanor suggested she was no ordinary employee.As she glided past, I noticed she was carrying a flask, and my curiosity was piqued. She didn’t seem like the type to be sipping from a thermos in the middle of a workday. I couldn’t help but wonder about the mystery lady as she disappeared into Oliver’s office. My mind was swirling with questions, but before I could think further, my eyes met with those of Paris, startling me out of my thoughts.I was so engrossed in observing the woman, I didn’t even notice Paris walking towards me. I wanted nothing more than to avoid Paris. Ever since her wedding to George, our paths had remained purposefully uncrossed, and I preferred it that way. I had no desire to be reminded of her, and certainly not when she was marrie

LONDON'S POV"I'm sorry." The words came from behind, making me turn immediately from the door, Lost in my own thoughts, I entered the room without realizing that George was present. My mind was occupied with my mother's request and her condition, causing me to be unaware of my surroundings. Although I knew George was at home, my distraction made me oblivious to his presence on our bed as I walked in.My heart leaped into my throat at the unexpected sight of my husband, “George!” I exclaimed, the shock of his sudden presence nearly causing me to lose my composure. “You startled me,” I said, my voice a mixture of relief and surprise. As my eyes adjusted to the scene before me, I noticed a romantic display of rose petals and cards decorating the bed and a beautifully wrapped present perched atop the dresser. A warmth began to spread through my body, slowly dispelling the anxious thoughts that had dominated my mind just moments ago.I repeated his name, my voice betraying the wonder an

MRS ROSA'S POVImmediately Oliver left, the thought of seeing through my plans crossed my mind, prior to the announcement I had prepared everything I needed, since I knew George would do anything possible to attain that position, I called Margaret who was our chief chef, "it was going to be fun and I wish them happy trying" I said to myself with a light chuckle."I need you in my room now." I instructed her immediately she received the call,"Okay madam, I'll be right there in a moment." she replied,As I waited for her to arrive, Bruce came in with a glass of my favorite juice, giving me a peck on the cheek before settling on the couch beside me. Just as I took a sip, the door rumbled with the sound of her arrival. Bruce immediately stood up, moving to stand beside the door,"Come in," I answered from inside, making sure our position does not arouse suspicion,As the door swung open, a familiar figure appeared - Margaret, a woman in her early forties who had been working for me since

SOPHIA'S POV,Bubbling in the euphoria of the deal I had just struck with my mom, I drove to Ken's house that evening, I knew taking actions immediately was the best thing to do in order for me to emerge victoriously, overwhelmed by my ecstasy, I had failed to inform him of my coming,"Surprising him with my presence and breaking the news of the opportunity I had just bagged, was enough reason to get him excited," I shrugged at my thoughts, even though it was an attempt to excuse my mistake, since he had warned me about visiting his place without informing him.Without thinking twice, I knocked on the door to his apartment, fluttering from excitement, With no sound of any approaching footsteps, I repeated my rumble on the door and waited rather impatiently,I unlocked his door with the spare key he had given me, when I realized he wasn't in, and entered his dark apartment, on getting to his room, I removed my gown wearing only the red lingerie I had just bought for that purpose, I