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MichaelOlivia didn’t catch us. I had pulled out just in time from inside Julia. Then I zipped up my pants and blocked her before she could get to Julia. She didn’t suspect anything. We went back to watching TV. Julia joined us soon after, and we could barely keep our eyes off each other, but we were satisfied—we’d had sex outside and we weren’t caught. I shouldn’t feel guilty. I had no idea at first who she was. Nor can I control the desires of my heart. But it stings that I’m seeing Justin’s mom behind his back. What would he think of our friendship when he finds out? He’d probably hate me. I would too if I were him. But Julia was worth the risk. I never thought having the Julia I had a one-night stand with would mean betraying my best friend. I wouldn’t let myself think about the future—only the right here and now. Sticking to Julia through all the backlash we’d have when everyone found out would be one of the hardest decisions I’d have to stick to. I reckoned that Justin and even

Julia“Well, she gave us our precious grandchildren. At least she was good for something,” Margaret chimed in, her eyes pointed and demeaning as she sipped from her glass.“I’ll get us more wine,” I said, rising from my seat and heading to the kitchen, not wanting to look at anyone.Don’t cry, Julia. I wiped a tear that threatened to fall. My kids already knew I was unloved by their grandparents. Demeaning me had become their favorite pastime—one that Gilbert had taken up, too.“Are you okay?” Michael asked as he walked into the kitchen, his eyes filled with concern.I tried to force a smile, but it wouldn’t come. “I’m trying to be.”“Your in-laws… they’re horrible.”“Yes,” I whispered, resting my hand on the counter as I tried to pull myself together. I lied—I hadn’t come to get wine. I just needed some air.Michael came closer, standing behind me. His hands wrapped around my waist.“What are you doing?” I whispered. “What if someone walks in?”He kissed my neck. My head tilted, eyes

Julia Tonight was his last night here, and I dreaded the thought. I had gotten so used to having Michael around—always near me. But now, everything was going to change. Everything would go back to normal. But I didn’t want normal anymore. I wanted Michael.God, I was foolish to think that a woman like me could have casual sex and feel nothing. I’d never been with anyone else besides Gilbert. How could I have thought I could be with a man as breathtakingly handsome as Michael and not fall for him?The worst part was—he was perfect.How could someone so young be everything I’d ever dreamed of in a man? He cared about me. Although… I wasn’t sure if it was because of the sex, or if it was something more. Feelings, maybe. The way I was starting to grow feelings for him—ones I shouldn’t have—terrified me. I had two kids. There was no way I could let myself fall for him completely. He asked me to think about us still being together after he left, and I’d been struggling to find the right a

JuliaHe looked at me and I could see the disappointment in his eyes. “I can’t believe you’re still in love with that bastard.”“This isn’t about love, Michael. It’s about family. And Gilbert is family. And you’re…”“Your damn husband, who abandoned you, is family? And let me guess—I’m not, right?”“He’s the father of my children.”Michael let out a breath that was almost a laugh like my words offended him. “I see, Julia. I would’ve fought for you if it were any other reason but this. I’ve tried so hard to make you forget that bastard. And yet, you bring him up every chance you get.”His voice cracked. “If he’s the one you want, then fine. I won’t try to sway you anymore.”He turned his back to me. He was walking away.“Where are you going?!”He stopped, fists clenched at his sides. “Bloody hell, Julia! What do you want from me? You just told me that man is family—and I’m not.”“Michael, you’ll meet another woman. Someone who excites the desire in you, and you’ll leave me. Maybe—maybe

Julia I parked the car outside King Global and locked it with the remote. Then I rushed breathless into the gigantic building.I hopped into the elevator, my heart pounding, and ran straight into my office.“There you are! I called you a thousand times! Where have you been, Julia?” Beatrice grabbed my arm just as I reached my seat.“Really?” I asked, frowning. “I must’ve had my phone on silent or something.” I tossed my phone into my bag, then paused and pulled it out again. A wave of guilt hit me as I saw all the missed calls from her.“Of all days to be late, Julia,” she said like she was upset. “Why today?”“Oh no,” I groaned. “On a scale of one to ten… how much trouble am I in?”“Big trouble. The new CEO’s been here since 7:00 A.M. It’s 12:45 now.”“Crap. I messed up.”“Yeah, you did. You’ll be lucky if this doesn’t go into your record.”“That would be bad,” I said quietly. “Especially since I’m vying for Vice President.”“Exactly. This isn’t the impression you want to give the n