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CHAPTER 001

STELLAI could feel his eyes on me again, just like every other time. It was like a snake slithering up and down my body, causing me to shiver in response as I shifted from one foot to another.“That brings us to the end of the meeting. Any questions?” I asked as I glanced around at my colleagues, who were busy writing things down in their books.“Everyone can leave; the meeting has ended,” James said as he stood up from his chair, and everyone filed out of the office except me.“What else is on my schedule, Stella? I'm exhausted already.” He muttered as he took off his coat and I took it from him before picking up his things.“If I'm not mistaken, it's just nine am. Getting tired when it isn't noon yet is very suspicious. What did you do all night?” I asked, even though I knew better than to probe into his private life.“You wanna know what I did? Sure, I'll tell you. I fucked with a pretty bimbo all night. Her energy was unmatched!” He replied with a grin and I froze in my tracks as

CHAPTER 002

JAMES I walked downstairs with an annoyed expression on my face after Stella had informed me of my mom's presence. I ignored her calls on purpose because I knew why she was here. She was going to lecture me on getting a wife as soon as possible.But I didn't want to.I wasn't ready.And I wasn't sure I was going to be ready to settle down with anyone. All my freedom will be taken away and I loathed the thought of that.The moment my mom's eyes landed on me, I immediately braced myself for her loud screeches and lectures. And I was right.“You unfilial child!” She started as she walked up to me and I rolled my eyes in frustration before turning to look at her with a lazy expression on my face.“Mom, we're in a public setting. Can you tone it down?” I asked in annoyance as she suddenly slapped my arm, causing me to wince slightly.“Why have you been avoiding my calls? Even went as far as telling the security to not let me in. How did I raise a child like you?” She asked with her usual

CHAPTER 003

STELLAI didn't know what James was up to, but I could tell that he needed me to act like I was his girlfriend, and as his secretary, I had to always help him out of every problem he got himself into.He was such a pain in the ass.I didn't mind pretending to be his girlfriend because that kiss we just shared had my knees buckling in response. My entire body felt hot and I could feel a little dampness in my sensitive spot.Fuck it, he was a great kisser. No wonder women followed him like damn sluts. I would too, if I wasn't his secretary. I was drawn out of my thoughts when I felt someone's hand collide with my face and I realized that I had been slapped hard by James’ mother. This was definitely not the reaction I expected.“You've been dating my son for months and you couldn't bother to inform me? I'm the reason you got here, have you forgotten?” She yelled in anger and I let out a sigh, wondering how I would tell her that it was all a lie.“Mom!” James immediately came between bot

CHAPTER 004

JAMESIt was adorable to see Stella all flustered. She was always so uptight and stern but right now, with her trapped in my arms, she was flustered as fuck. Teasing her was fun. It made me want to do it even more.“What do you mean you don't want it to be fake?” She asked, nearly stuttering and a small smirk graced my lips as I leaned even closer so that our breaths were mixed.“What do you think I mean, Stella? Don't you notice the way I stare at you? Isn't that enough to show that I feel something for you? Every bimbo I've fucked, every girl I've brought to my office while you listened, was to make you jealous. Haven't you considered that for once?” I asked softly as my thumb gently traced her bottom lip and for a moment, she looked mesmerized, causing me to smirk in amusement.She was so gullible.Until she suddenly pushed me backward, and I almost stumbled due to how harshly she pushed me. Damn, she was strong. And maybe she wasn't as gullible as I thought.“We both know you did

CHAPTER 005

STELLAMy heart leaped to my throat when I saw the huge crowd of media waiting at the restaurant. Were they waiting for us? That made no sense…“Did you announce that we were making a public appearance?” I asked in worry as I played with my fingers, and I could see his grip on the wheel tightened.“I simply told my pal at the restaurant to book a reservation for me and my girl. He must have somehow tipped off the reporters about it. That fucking idiot. This is too many reporters for a public appearance.” He said as he cursed under his breath and I took a deep breath to stop myself from being so nervous.It was all fake, it was just a show. I kept repeating that mantra in my head as I turned to look at him.“We can handle this, right?” I asked softly, and he turned to look at me with concern written all over his face, but when he saw my relaxed expression, he finally relaxed too.“Of course. It's show time.” He replied as he got out of the car and camera flashes immediately enveloped h

CHAPTER 006

JAMESI immediately grabbed Stella's hand and we bolted like kids towards the back door. The waiter standing by the side immediately understood what was going on as he pushed the back door open and the moment we stepped outside, he slammed it shut.My heart was pounding wildly as adrenaline rushed through my veins and I turned to Stella to see that she had a small smile on her face. I didn't let go of her hand as we stealthily made our way to the car and in a hurry, we got in before the reporters could notice us.The moment I turned the car's engine on, the reporters spotted us and immediately came rushing through the front door, causing Stella to panic. I immediately shifted gears and stepped on the accelerator as the car zoomed out of the restaurant before they could catch up with us.She didn’t say a word the entire drive back. Her arms were crossed, her eyes glued to the city lights flashing past the window, and her jaw clenched like she was holding back words in her throat.I’d b

CHAPTER 007

STELLAI could see the worry written all over his face after James heard my words and he ran his hand through his hair in frustration.“From now on, you're not allowed to go anywhere without security. This is the only way I can guarantee your safety.” He said sternly and I frowned in confusion at his sudden order as I crossed my arms over my chest.“What?”“You heard me. You’re not getting dragged into this. This is my mess, not yours. And you shouldn't get into danger because of me.” He replied and I scoffed in annoyance before sitting on the chair in front of him.“I don't think it's that serious. Why would I need to carry security around just to protect myself? I'm not some important billionaire's daughter.” I huffed in response and he ran a hand through his hair as he stared at the computer in front of him.“It's not that serious? Come take a look at this.” He said and I walked over to his side with a skeptical expression on my face as I stared at the screen of his computer.James

CHAPTER 008

STELLA“I'm sorry, ma'am, but what do you mean by dangerous? I've been with James for a while now and I've not noticed anything strange or dangerous.” I said softly, but I suddenly remembered how strange he acted after he got that message, and my eyes narrowed in suspicion.Was he really dangerous? What was he hiding from me?“You know nothing Stella. James is my son and I know everything about him. His dark past and secrets will haunt you and bring you down. I just want to warn you to be careful.” Mrs Hawthorne warned, and my brows furrowed more in confusion after hearing her words, and I couldn't help the fear that took over me.What secrets? What past? Did I just make the biggest mistake of my life?“I would be really grateful if you could shed more light on these secrets, ma'am. What do you mean by his secrets could haunt me and bring me down?” I asked in confusion and I waited for her answer, but she simply sighed in response.“That's all I can tell you. Don't say I didn't warn y

CHAPTER 009

JAMES“Move in with me to my penthouse,” I said softly and she looked at me with a skeptical expression on her face as if she was trying to decipher if I was telling the truth or trying to tease her again.“Where is this suddenly coming from? Did I tell you I wasn't comfortable in my own house?” She asked in amusement and I let out a sigh at her nonchalant words.“If we're gonna make our relationship real enough, don't you think you should live with me? This way I'll be able to protect you from the reporters and anyone that will try to hurt you. Use your head, secretary Stella.” I said mockingly, and she huffed in annoyance as she moved to sit behind her desk.“How would I know this is what you meant? Try to be more explanatory, Mr James.” She retorted in annoyance and I chuckled in amusement as I moved to lock the door before turning to look at her.“I'm trying to look out for you here. With Ford out on the loose, you're prone to getting attacked and I need to keep you within sight.

CHAPTER 010

STELLAI felt his lips on mine and it took me a lot of courage to not move my lips and kiss him back. Fuck it, his lips were softer than I remembered. But I didn't pull away, neither did I kiss him back.I was pretending to be asleep so I wanted to know what he would do next. After a while, he pulled away, his thumb brushing over my bottom lip gently and I couldn't deny that I missed his lips on mine.He finally pulled away and I could hear him suck in a sharp breath like he was contemplating his life decisions. “Fuck it…” I heard him curse and I smiled to myself, knowing that I had such an effect on him. I couldn't lie that I didn't love it. It gave me this sense of power and satisfaction that I never felt before.“Stella. We're home.” He called out but I didn't respond. I had to keep up the facade that I was deeply asleep so he wouldn't know that I knew he kissed me.He gently shook me and I mumbled something incoherent as I turned to the other side, causing him to chuckle in amuse

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