Chapter 8 “Griffin Hayes, I already paid you last night,” I said, straightening my clothes and trying to sound casual. “We’re even.” He came up behind me, his breath hot against my ear. “Sugar mama, wasn’t I worth the price? Should I give you a refund?” I couldn’t help but laugh. “Fine. You were… impressive. … Read more
Chapter 7 Griffin pulled me into a private VIP booth at the back of Sapphire, his strong hands. gripping my waist. The music faded to a dull thump as the heavy curtain closed behind us. What happened next left me breathless, my back pressed against the e wall as his lips claimed mine. His hands … Read more
Chapter 6 The wedding date was set for March 15th, just four weeks away. Dom never wasted time once he made a decision. He thought I didn’t realize this rushed marriage was purely damage control. If we broke up now, our company’s stock would tank overnight. When we founded Reid Media Group six years ago, … Read more
Chapter 5 In the past, I would have been thrilled if Dom had defended me like that. Now? I couldn’t care less. After Vanessa slammed the front door behind her, Dom approached me, reeking of whiskey and her Chanel No. 5 perfume. When he tried to pull me into a hug, I stepped away. He … Read more
Chapter 4 @ 45% That evening, I was curled up on the couch with Thai takeout and Netflix when I heard Dom’s key in the lock. But he wasn’t alone. He stumbled in drunk, with Vanessa supporting him, her arm around his waist like she belonged there. “Hey, go make Dom some coffee and bring … Read more
Chapter 3 After hanging up on Dom, I felt victorious for about five seconds. Then reality hit me like a truck. Eight years of my life–gone. Wasted on a man who couldn’t keep it in his pants. Tears streamed down my face, dropping onto the hotel’s wrinkled sheets. “Is he really worth those tears?” I … Read more
Chapter 2 I stood outside the door, my heart pounding like a drum. The images from Dom’s room kept flashing through my mind–him and Vanessa tangled together, the torn lace lingerie on the floor, and that smug look in her eyes when she stared directly at me. My stomach churned, but I couldn’t let myself … Read more
Chapter 1 I’d been with Dominic Reid for eight years, and lately, his “working late” excuses had become an almost daily occurrence. Valentine’s Day was apparently no exception. “Babe, I really can’t get away tonight,” Dom sighed through the phone. “The restaurant reservation is all set–why don’t you take Megan and go enjoy dinner? Maybe … Read more