Fake Slackers Novels & Stories

The first voices came in fragments, overlapping near the coffee station. “Did you see how he looked at her?” “That wasn’t discreet.” “Discreet? That was practically married behavior.” “I swear he kissed her.” “No, no — worse. It was casual.” That last word landed heavier than all the rest. Casual meant real. Casual meant practiced. Casual meant this was not new. By the time people reached their desks, Slack was already on fire. #general @alex_finance: so… do we need to update the org chart or

All because of these people’s lies. I stood up slowly from the floor. “Thought you could be cheeky with us, didn’t you? Slave!” Zeke says and the others laugh with Rosey laughing the loudest. I held my tears until I got into the kitchen then let them fall, it's too much, no matter how much I try he will never be satisfied.

I text the boys GC because why the fuck not, it is boring watching the girl you’re trying to date convince the man she loves that the woman he loves is a cheater. See? BORING. Cocky Boys ;) Me: Who’s got a bag big enough to fit a human and a getaway car? My text barely sends when Toney responds. Toney: Just a day where you don’t send an incriminating text to the fucking gc. Jackson: Can a plastic bag work? @Shawn has the contact of some guys in the suburbs. Toney: Don’t encourage him! Me: I knew I could count on you, Son.

“Your comfort is of the utmost importance.” Flustered, I shook my head rapidly. “No, n-no, it wasn’t that. I just… Don’t you have any f-freedom? How w-will you ever take a break?” He smiled. “I’m long passed that, Mrs Cartelli. I am far older than I appear.” “Far older?” I frowned. “Yes, closing in on fifty.” My lips pressed together. “But wouldn’t you like the opportunity to… to find a partner o-or go out with friends or a-anything else?”

So annoying. ***

Not waiting for anyone. Just ready for what came next.

And John being her blank check makes her more possessive. "Listen I am going home-" I feel a bit sick today "-I feel a bit sick today-" can you take the rest of my shift "-can you take the rest of my shift," I almost laughed at how she doesn't even try to change the excuse. This is what happens once every week. I am so used to the same excuse that I have memorized her words now. Some people never change and some people are not only Reena but me too as I nod my head in agreement.

she reassured me, taking a sip from her cup. "Slim is like the king of this damn hellhole. Even when he isn't here, nobody tries to take his place. Fucking cowards," Blowjob Guy chimed in, and they all burst into laughter. "Then why don't you give it a shot, Zeek?" the redhead challenged, finally revealing his name.

Clearing her throat, Emily sat down, smoothening down her blouse. “I'm sorry, Sir but what did you just say? I think I heard wrong. I hope it is wrong” “I want you be my fake girlfriend” Emily blinked, absorbing the shocking offer, “Are you sure of what you have just said, Mr. Sterling?” “I am” "I'm not sure how I feel at the moment" “I completely understand, Ms. Collins. It's a lot to ask," "Sir, I……I appreciate the trust you've placed in me. But engaging in a fake relationship feels... ethically challenging. I also understand the pressure you're facing from your family and it’s a difficult situation. However, I don't want to participate in deceiving your family”