Exo 2014 Novels & Stories

Then, in bold, colorful lettering written in crayon (and obviously transcribed by someone else beneath for clarity), it read: “To the Best Mommy in the World, You’re the boss now, and I’m proud of you. Daddy and I are fighting the meanies. You can do this. Love, Eira.”

Another bad decision waiting to happen. Jenna strolled in, grinning like she had won the lottery. “I come in peace—with a news piece.” I barely looked up. “If it’s about your latest reality TV obsession, I’m not interested.” She slid into the chair beside me, resting her chin on her hands. “Oh, this is better. Much better.” I sighed. “Fine. What is it?” She leaned in. “Word around the office is that Damien Carter rejected the chairman’s daughter.”

I wanted him more than I had wanted anything in a long time. I couldn't believe I had been missing all this because of Caleb. The thought of my ex-husband flickered briefly in my mind, but it was quickly overshadowed by the overwhelming desire I felt for this man. I had spent years feeling unloved and unwanted, but now, in this moment, I felt alive again. “Fuck me!” I whispered seductively, revealing my deep urge for him. My voice was husky with need, and I knew he could sense my desperation.

My plan for Alex Oliver was to make him as simple as the next man beside us. Alex wasn't hot—he was cute. Alex didn't have any flashy cars—he had a bicycle. He wasn't the CEO of any billionaire company, just a normal twenty seven year old doing his normal stuff.

Unknown POV I can’t stop staring at the unwanted invitation that is lounging on my desk right now. Just looking at it causes my heart to palpitate. The invitation reads, Mr. Ralph Lewis and Mrs. Sylvia Lewis humbly request the pleasure of your company at a Celebration, on the 3rd of September, at 4 pm at our estate. Kindly RSVP by August 29th. Dress Code: Cocktail Attire. We look forward to sharing this special occasion with you.

Pathetic When I return to the studio that evening, the sun is already dipping low, brushing the street in gold and I almost feel calm for a moment, until I see the paper taped to the door in thick red letters, bold with an official city stamp. My stomach drops before I even read it. NOTICE OF DEMOLITION! PROPERTY PURCHASED! EVACUATION REQUIRED WITHIN 20 DAYS.

Sienna reprimanded. Aria did not pay her any attention as she asked her colleagues, “Can someone care to explain what exactly is going on?” Damian’s cold voice rang across the room, “Galaxy Phase II quotation has been leaked, and we have lost the tender.” “What?”

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“You are really expecting us to be reconnected again after what happened in the past? After you broke my heart? And after I got broken again because of what my ex-husband has done to me? You really expected me to make my life suffer again?” I couldn't control myself anymore. Maximus was just trying to unravel the anger I had in my heart that I tried to control. He's taking my control away! “Evan,” Maximus mumbled in his husky tone. “Your ex-husband is different from me. I—” “Nothing is different from both of you. So, stay away from me and give me my phone back. And about my stay here, don't worry. I will be serving this pack, but make sure our paths will not cross.”