"Ethan," she began, her voice wavering slightly, "I've been thinking... considering our situation, maybe it's time we end this charade." Ethan, engrossed in a book, looked up, his eyes meeting hers. "End what, Mia?" he asked, his tone gentle yet curious. "Our marriage, Ethan," Mia said, her words hanging heavy in the air. "It's not real, and we both know it. We're living a lie, and I can't keep pretending anymore." Ethan placed his book aside, his expression serious. "I understand it's not ideal, Mia. But we made a commitment to our families. We can't just throw it all away because it's difficult." "But what if there's another way?" Mia suggested, her voice gaining strength. "What if we stage a cheating scandal? "Mia, I can't agree to something like that. It's dishonest, and it would hurt both our families. I won't play a part in such a deceitful plan." **** Ethan's voice, low and filled with desire, broke the sultry silence. "You look absolutely enchanting tonight, Olivia." Olivia's eyes smoldered with seduction as she replied, "And you, Ethan, are simply irresistible. This dinner is a feast for more than just our appetites." Their hands grazed each other, sending electric pulses of desire through their bodies. Ethan leaned in closer to Olivia, his voice a seductive murmur. "I can't resist your charms, Liv. You have a way of igniting my deepest desires." Olivia's lips curved into a seductive smile as she replied, "And you, Ethan, have a magnetic pull that's impossible to resist. Our little secret is driving me wild."
View More"Whoa, Ethan! Didn't know you had it in you!" One called out. "Looks like someone just got daring!" Another joked. "He's going to regret drinking tonight," a third added with a laugh. "We might have to investigate his homicide tomorrow morning with a hangover!"Mia's expression was a mix of disbelief and hurt, a stark contrast to the carefree atmosphere around them. Olivia felt a pang of guilt, but the overwhelming emotions stirred by Ethan’s unexpected display of affection overshadowed it. As she clung to him, the reality of their situation settled in, and she knew that whatever happened next would change everything.Despite the weight of his marriage to Mia and the complexities of their situation, there was an undeniable comfort in having Olivia close. He couldn't deny the attraction he felt for her at this moment, nor could he ignore the electric energy that pulsed between them.Caught between his desire to do what was right and the undeniable pull of his feelings for Mia, Ethan he
Ethan couldn't help tensing slightly as Mia sauntered over and brazenly draped herself around him in front of his colleagues.Mia emphasized her words by pulling Ethan's face down and planting wet kisses on each of his cheeks. His police officer colleagues immediately began hooting and catcalling teasingly at the overtly intimate display between husband and wife."Get a room, lovebirds!" One of his colleague said."Damn Officer Parker, keeping the missus locked up at home, huh?" second colleague said.The good natured ribbing rang out as Mia smirked saucily, clearly getting a thrill out of putting on a brief show. Ethan felt a blush spread across his cheeks, from embarrassment than any actual anger towards his wife's antics.He knew Mia loved feeding off this kind of attention, pushing the limits just for the fun of it. With a barely perceptible shake of his head, he carefully removed her arms from around his neck but made no move to discourage her further affection."You're impossibl
Olivia and Mia stood outside the neon lit entrance of the nightclub, music thumping from within. Olivia fidgeted nervously."Mia, I really need to talk to you about this whole charade we've gotten ourselves into," she said, raising her voice to be heard over the pulsing bass.But Mia waved her off dismissively. "Oh, forget about that tonight, Liv! We're here to have fun and let loose, remember?" She linked her arm through Olivia's and started pulling her towards the entrance.Olivia dug in her heels, resisting Mia's insistent tugging. "No, Mia, you don't understand. This has gone too far. I need to come clean about everything before it blows up in our faces."The worried crease between Olivia's eyebrows deepened as she tried to get her friend to listen to reason. But Mia was having none of it, too caught up in the thrill of their secret games."Seriously, Olivia, you need to relax!" Mia shouted over the music, giving her friend's arm an impatient yank. "One night of fun, that's all I'
"Dada? Dada, where are you?" Olivia opening the door calls out.John came into the room, shushing her gently. "Olivia, why are you shouting? Isabella is sleeping. She'll wake up if she hears you."Olivia looked momentarily lectured before her expression brightened again. "Dada, do you know who saved my daughter today?"John shook his head sadly. "I didn't get his name."Olivia show's John the photo on her phone. "This is him, Dada. The one who saved Bella today."John studied the image of the man holding a coffee mug, and he nodded slowly. "Yes, that's the hero who rescued our little girl."A wistful look crossed Olivia's face. "I knew he'd come through for her when she really needed him, even if he doesn't realize it yet."John furrowed his brow. "What do you mean? Do you know this young man?"Olivia nodded. "That's Ethan. Bella's father, though he doesn't know about her existence." She breathed a sigh of longing. "Just like I told you, I always believed deep down that he would be th
Inhaling deeply, losing himself in the warmth of her presence.Olivia blinked, her eyelashes fluttering against her cheeks like delicate feathers. "Excuse me?" Her voice wavered slightly, betraying the slightest hint of uncertainty.Ethan smiled, a lazy grin that made his brown eyes sparkle."A quieter, huh? I would've never guessed." He nodded towards her lips that were between her teeth. "You seem like the type who can handle whatever gets thrown at her." Ethan's fingers grazed her jaw, and Olivia leaned into his touch. The way his eyes held hers, intense, stirred a warmth within her she hadn't experienced in quite some time.Olivia's cheeks flushed as she met Ethan's gaze, a mix of surprise and admiration evident in her eyes. "I've learned to adapt," she murmured softly, a slight smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "But sometimes, even the strongest need a moment of quiet."Olivia's fingers danced along the curve of Ethan's chest, feeling the muscles tense and ripple under he
Ethan checked into his hotel room and clicked the door shut, plunging them into a cocoon of darkness, pierced only by the distant glow of moonlight. A soft, earthy scent hung in the air, one that was equal parts masculine and mysterious, causing Olivia's heart to flutter.Ethan reaches for the bedside lamp, casting the space in a warm, golden glow. Delicate shadows dance against the wall, as if to celebrate their union.The plush sheets, ruffled from their nights' escapades, create an invitation for sinful exploration. Every corner of the room whispers tales of intimate secrets shared, and of bodies entwined in urgent desire.Ethan carefully unbuttons his shirt, revealing a torso that could only be the work of a skilled craftworker, as Olivia watches.She is suddenly grateful for the softly flickering lamplight illuminating the room, casting subtle shadows and depth, accentuating his athletic build. Her eyes dance over the intricate lines and contours of his chest and abdomen, while a
***Four Years Back***Ethan perched on his usual barstool, his dark hair casting shadows on his chiseled feature, eyes reflecting the golden glow of the lit club. A mixologist shook a cocktail shaker, creating a rhythm that made the space come alive."Another Old Fashioned, Ethan?" The bartender, Mark asked, and smirks as he placed the fresh drink in front of Ethan.Ethan shrugs. "Why not? It seems to be the only thing keeping me going these days," He said wistfully, swirling the amber liquid in the highball glass. His mind traced back to a time when he had someone special to share his evenings with, but that seemed like a distant memory now.Mark glanced discreetly over Ethan's shoulder, then winked at him. "Looks like your luck is about to change, my friend."Following Mark's line of sight, Ethan noticed a woman walk in Olivia. Her golden brown hair cascaded past her shoulders, and her captivating blue eyes scanned the room. Without a second thought, she sauntered over, closing the
Olivia flinched at first when Ethan guided her hand towards the puppy's fur. But as her fingers made contact with the impossibly soft coat, she felt herself relaxing slightly. The puppy seemed to sense her fear and ceased its barking, letting out a small whimper sound instead."See, he likes you," Ethan murmured reassuringly close to her ear. His warm breath tickled her neck, sending an involuntary shiver down her spine.Slowly, Olivia lifted her head from the safety of Ethan's neck to get a better look at the puppy. It looked up at her with soulful brown eyes, its tiny pink tongue lolling out happily as she stroked it. A reluctant smile tugged at the corners of her lips."I guess he's not so bad... But I don't like dogs," she admitted, running her fingers through the soft fur.Ethan chuckled at that. "Who said he's a dog? Meet Mango, my new furry friend. And Mango, meet Olivia, my new old friend." He took Olivia's hand, which he was still holding, and guided it to shake the puppy's p
"Olivia, Ethan was about to spill details of our plan right in front of our parents! Thanks to you for talking with mom while coming here, I was able to stop him from revealing more by kissing him."She glanced around furtively before continuing. "You have to be bold and take matters into your own hands. Make Ethan act according to our plan."Olivia felt a rush of relief that Mia had been the one to instigate the surprising kiss she witnessed earlier. At least it wasn't Ethan making unwanted advances.However, a lingering doubt crept into Olivia's mind. What if Ethan did have feelings for Mia, even if he hadn't acted on them openly yet? The idea made Olivia's stomach knot with worry.Hearing Mia's words, Ethan felt the ground had slipped beneath his feet and he couldn't control his inner turmoil. A tear fell from his eyes and he abruptly stood up, collecting the broken glass shards."Don't you ever dare kiss me like that again, Mia. I will not tolerate anything you do without my conse
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