All Chapters of My Rise From The Ashes After Divorce: Chapter 71 - Chapter 80

"No, no...I brought up my parents and grandparents because we truly are a mixed family, and we love people. It wasn't easy growing up being so different from everyone. Being disliked by one side of my family and then being warmly accepted by my father's side. I guess you can say it robbed me a little of my trust and emotions, too. As I got older and wanted to date, the kids at school didn't make it easy or any better,"Treasure chuckles. "You know I tried to shield my differences by not being noticed. You saw the results of that when we first met at your concert. Now you have my story!" She laughed, trying to lighten the mood as she continued talking. "I guess I have you to thank for the new and improved me,"Treasure said, barely eating her food in front of her, but consuming the strong, delicious drink. She was beginning to feel truly intoxicated, which made her continue to somewhat rant and ramble all in one breath. Jake just sat there listening and smiling with his heart, learn

"Yes, you are far from a virgin," Treasure remarked, a playful smile tugging at her lips despite her embarrassment. Jake's languid stretch drew her gaze, reminding her of the physicality that lay beneath the sheet.She took a step back, and the gravity of the situation settled in as she mumbled to herself, "How did I let this happen? I really need to know my limits with alcohol.""I truly apologize; I must have overindulged last night," she said, her voice steady as she addressed Jake.Quickly, she rose to her feet, clutching the sheet tightly. In her haste, she inadvertently revealed Jake’s bare form. To her surprise, he appeared entirely unfazed. Treasure instinctively covered her eyes, a mix of mortification and the desire to retreat flooding her.As she attempted to wrap the sheet around herself, she caught his gaze, now laced with both amusement and unmistakable desire. Flustered, she refused to look in his direction."You're welcome to join me anytime," he offered softly, settlin

Treasure smiled seductively as she slipped out of the clothes that covered her swimsuit, the sun glistening off her skin like a golden sheen. They both dashed into the inviting, warm waters, where the waves playfully lapped at their bodies. The thrill of swimming together only heightened the electricity crackling between them. As they floated and explored the vibrant fish and coral beneath the azure surface, intimate glances and lingering touches made the day even more enchanting.Jake felt a strong urge to reach out and pull Treasure close, to envelop her in a warm embrace, but he held back, wanting to savor the tension building between them. Meanwhile, Treasure was lost in a whirlwind of thoughts about what it would feel like to wake up beside him, her fingers trailing down his irresistible body. Each word Jake spoke sent shivers down her spine, igniting a fire within her that she couldn't ignore."Treasure, what are you staring at?" Jake's drawl snapped her out of her reverie, the

A Different Kind of Lover:"It took me all this time to recognize how Jake is different. I had to stop looking at just his face and see his heart. Jake has a heart unlike his brother's. He’s not some thug who forces his love on a person; he's a real man. I’m thrilled that I finally got that. Listen to me going on and on about him. I’m so sorry for talking so much about him. I want to thank you, Gabby, for all your help and for listening to me ramble on about my man. Oh, girl, look at the time. I need to get dressed. My hair isn’t curled yet, a Judge will be here in one hour, and so will my hubby."Treasure was pleasantly delighted by Gabby's assistance. “I’m so happy there are still good-hearted people in this world.” She was so kind to do everything for Treasure on such short notice. She arranged the flowers and beautifully decorated the living room, bedroom, and bathroom in her suite. Rose petals lead from the bedroom out into the living room.Jake, with his warm dark eyes and pliant

Treasure wraps her arms around him and falls to sleep on his chest at 4 am. It was when Jake Crenshaw woke up to find himself a married man. For the first time, he experienced a feeling of pure contentment. Having a wife sleeping naked in his arms was stupendous. He kissed her tenderly, awakening her as his lips traveled down her body until he settled between her legs. He opened her to his tongue. Her sharp gasp of pleasure was nearly his undoing. She was incredible, and he gave her pleasure she could never imagine. Jake was terrific in her eyes, a man beautiful inside and out.He slid his finger into her, aided by the flood of warm moisture that flowed from between her thighs. "Jake," she said, panting. "Come up here. I want you.""Not yet."He wasn’t letting up until she exploded again with the sharp cry of pleasure that his ear loves the sound of. Jake could see himself waiting for this each day of his life. Then he moved up, kissing her as he delved in and out of her warm flesh. Sh