Melissa went home defeated. Maybe she should go back to their mansion. She can live there rent-free.
She would have gone crazy from everything’s that’s happening to her right now. Thankfully, she at least has one friend she can confide to, without being judged. Lily listened to everything she has to say. Her good friend actually offered to lend her money but she couldn’t accept it. She’d never borrowed money before and she’s not starting now.
“I don’t get you. You don’t want to earn money. You don’t want to borrow as well. Do you really think you would be getting free money the rest of your life? Mel, you’re not living a reality. These problems you’re having, this is what reality is like.”
“Yeah, I noticed.” Still, Melissa just couldn’t… she can’t just change everything so suddenly. She’s used to that lifestyle for years. For her to suddenly work a job… ugh. She couldn’t even… what is she supposed to do in an office? She couldn’t work for a boss. She doesn’t like being told what to do.
Lily is realistic, but she’s also rebellious. In her own way, that is. She’s a wild child, but she knows her limits. Not the limits her parents have set, but ones she’d set for herself.
This is how and why she became friends with Melissa in the first place. They’re both like this. But Melissa is more stubborn that she is.
“So, what do you plan to do now? What is Klyde Henderson like? I looked him up, by the way. He doesn’t look as old as his age says he is. He’s hot, isn’t he?” Lily wiggled her eyebrows at Melissa.
“Hot, but heartless. He won’t even give me a hundred bucks.” Melissa sat on the bed, before laying on it.
“You’re not the type to give up. Wore him out, you’re an expert in that.”
Melissa paused before staring at Lily. Then, she grinned. Afterwards, she found herself laughing.
“Have you gone crazy already?” Lily fidgeted away from her.
After a while, she stopped chuckling. “I might have been too worried. And impatient. I was adamant the he helps me immediately that I didn’t think of planning anything against him. I don’t have the time.”
“Yeah? Well, find the time, then. I’m sure you can do some damage against him.”
“I don’t know. He’s a wealthy person. I’m not sure about his temperament. He did tell me earlier that he’ll have me dragged out of his office if I don’t behave myself.”
“Huh, is that so? You want me to dig some dirt about him? It’s a pity he’s not married.”
Melissa raised an eyebrow at her. “Why is it a pity?”
“Well, I was thinking you can create problems for him through his marriage. You know, make his wife jealous or something. If he has his own personal problems to deal with and you promise him that you’ll continue causing trouble unless he gives in to your demands… some sort of blackmail, yes.”
“But he’s not married. Does he have a child?” Melissa was suddenly curious. This is something she’d done before, causing so much trouble for other people.
Lily brought out her phone again to check. “I don’t think so. He’s not exactly the same age as your father, you know. He’s like… four years younger or something.”
Melissa snorted. “Four years isn’t much. He’s still twice my age. When he was my age, I wasn’t even born yet!”
“Well, why don’t you ask around and check if he has a girlfriend? Seduce him and make his woman go crazy. That should be enough trouble for him to deal with.”
“If he does have a girlfriend. What if he doesn’t?”
Lily shrugged. “What else can you do? What kind of trouble do you think you can make for him?”
“A lot, actually.” Melissa isn’t one to care about reputation or image. She’d been labeled as an ungrateful brat from the beginning. Her father didn’t do anything about it. He didn’t care and she didn’t as well.
One by one, the ideas popped into her head.
Seduce him, huh? Can she seduce her inheritance out of his hands? Would their age difference matter to him? Would he feel uncomfortable? Could she rattle him?
He thought her behavior earlier was scandalous? Oh, she can whip up a scandal with him. What would his colleagues think of him when they learn he’s involved with his best friend’s daughter? Oh, yes. She could work on this angle. Let’s see if he doesn’t give in sooner or later.
“Got a plan already? That was quick.” Lily noted the grin on her face.
“Oh, he won’t know what’s coming to hit him. This gal here is not one he should mess up with.”
“What? But you’re going to mess up with him, aren’t you?”
“Lily!” She rolled her eyes at her. Clearly, her friend is only being playful. Of course, she knew what Melissa meant. She laughed at her.
“Let me know if you need my help. There’s no reason for you to be shy. Your inheritance might not be in your hands, but you’re still the heiress to your father’s wealth. That’s a fact. You’re not poor.”
“Only cash-strapped, right?”
“You know, you should really consider getting a job.” Receiving her friend’s glare, Lily added with a smile, “Of course, do it on your own sweet time. When you’re ready.”
When Melissa checked her father’s mansion the next day, to say she was shocked was an understatement. She didn’t know he already sold it years ago. It’s a good thing she didn’t bring her luggage. She would’ve been so embarrassed to force her entry.Still, she felt a little nostalgic. She still had some good memories of her mother in that place. Her father hasn’t been home since his wife died. Did it haunt him? The happy memories, knowing he would not see her anymore? Oh, wait. They’re supposed to be together now, wherever people go when they die. Melissa sighed. It’s only starting to sink in that both her parents are gone now.She shook the sad feelings away and returned to her apartment. She needed an intricate plan to trap Mr. Klyde Henderson. Would he be concerned about his reputation? Would a scandal affect his business dealings? Would the market price of his company plummet? Wait, how about her father’s company? It’s also a public corporation which is currently under his manageme
“Are you going to let me touch them?” Klyde already reached out a hand and touched the top of her breast with the tip of his fingers.Melissa gasped and pulled back. She stared at him with wide eyes and a gaping mouth. He’s not following the script! Damn it. Why is he flirting back? He’s supposed to tell her off for trying. He’s supposed to scold her or something, and maybe give in. Give up being her legal guardian and give her money. That was the scenario in her head.She closed her mouth and swallowed. Adapt. Be flexible.Composing herself, she smiled at him again.“You’re not supposed to touch the goods this early, honey.” She touched them herself and adjusted her dress in front of him.He raised an eyebrow again. “Not this early? If you’re not going to let me touch them, what’s the point of displaying them right in front of my eyes?”Klyde isn’t one to be distracted at work, but please… give him a break. He’d been working nonstop in the last few weeks. He hasn’t bedded a woman and
She stared back at him without a word. His expression darkened further as his hand inched closer to her healthy chest. Melissa inhaled sharply when he finally cupped her and squeezed. She bit her lip to prevent herself from moaning.He did taste her, reaching inside the bodice of her dress and freeing one breast to lick and suckle. Her moan escaped her lips as she grasped his coat. His tongue swirled around her soft flesh, evoking pleasure from within her. When he nipped and sucked, she let go and cried out, tightly holding onto his sleeve.But that was it. He simply tasted her. He straightened and stepped backward.Melissa was flushed from both embarrassment and desire. How could he…? He actually did that to her?“You taste good enough. Did you say reward? We’ll see about that. How about you move in to my house today and we’ll discuss further?” He raised an eyebrow at her, but his gaze travelled downwards to her still exposed breast.She took in a deep breath before composing herself
She’s not exactly impressed by the scale of his mansion. It’s about the same as the one her father owned, the place she grew up in. Do people their age have similar taste?She shivered and shook herself off. She really doesn’t want to think of Klyde in relation to her father. It was an uncomfortable feeling. It’s weird if they actually end up in bed together and she suddenly sees her father in him. The heck?“Brrr…” She paced around the room that was given to her and shook her limbs. She’s finally done putting her items around the room and keeping the boxes in an unused cabinet. It looks like her old room. It’s good enough and wider than her apartment bedroom.Melissa grinned. It’s not such a bad decision and it was settled quite quickly. Things are getting better, it seems.When she moved to the bed and savored its comfort, her thoughts started veering towards his words.Would Klyde really do what he said he would? With her?Her face heated up and her breathing deepened. She’s gettin
Melissa isn’t innocent. She knew he might taste her again so she excused herself for a few minutes before meeting him at his study. She made herself presentable again. Tried to make herself irresistible, but that may be over the top. They’re both living in this house! It doesn’t make any sense for her to wear her sexy clothing. Those are normally for her bar-hopping.A maid showed her the way to his study and he was sitting behind his desk. Much like in his office earlier in the day. Her throat went dry when she recalled what happened between them.Mentally, she shook her head. You need to get the upper hand in this discussion, she reminded herself.“Take a seat.” His tone was more relaxed than when he was in the office.Alright, she’s liking it so far. There’s no chair in front of his desk so she occupied the couch. She waited for him to speak again.Klyde picked up the document his assistant prepared and he handed it to her.She raised an eyebrow as she accepted it.Melissa frowned
He wanted to ravage her as soon as possible. With a little discomfort, he edited the document according to what they agreed on and printed a copy.They both signed it before he put it away inside his safe.“What now?” Melissa asked him, standing opposite him with the table between them. Are they going to begin immediately? She was hoping to get away for a few minutes and change her underwear. It would be too embarrassing if he finds her soaked.He raised an eyebrow before approaching her. Melissa swallowed hard when she saw his expression. It was the same one he had in the office when he cornered her. But this time, she stood her ground. She’s ready for this anyway. She wants him, too. For pleasurable nights, that is. This would be her first experience with an older man, but she heard they’re more attentive.He put his hands on her waist and slowly moved her back towards the couch. They stared at each other heatedly. Both their breathing pattern deepened. She reached up to touch his j
Melissa haphazardly put on her clothes, disregarding the undies. Hey, if they’re going to continue in his room, there’s no point wearing them.She sauntered after him. Three doors to the right, he entered his master bedroom. She shrugged upon seeing the general aesthetic of it. Typical of a bachelor.“Where do you want me?” She asked while she made her way towards the large bed. It’s not as if her past lovers hadn’t made demands in the bedroom. They have and she’s not averse to giving them what they want, as long as it’s not beyond what she could tolerate.The man removed his clothes before facing her, so she stripped as well as he looked on. He tapped the bottom of the bed.“Right here.”Only then did she notice that the bed is raised higher than the ones she’s used to. Well, he’s a tall guy. And well… is it to make it easier for him to pound a woman senseless as he stands on the floor? Her core ached at the thought and moved to where he wants her. She sat on the edge of the bed and
When she went back to her room, she grinned at seeing the money on her account. She could breathe just fine now. It was as if half her problems have been settled. She quickly paid her bills online before doing anything else.Afterwards, she rummaged through one of her boxes and found a cute notebook and a pen. She’s not used to making plans, but she now felt that she needed to. Save half of her money, huh? Pursing her lips, she grudgingly agreed that she will do that. She took a deep breath. Is she really going out to apply for jobs? Just thinking about it is already draining her energy. Well, she would need an updated resume. She knew that much. She opened her laptop and edited the document. Apparently, one-page resumes are now the trend. She doesn’t have much to put in it anyway. Just some of her personal information and educational background. Experience? Only her internship.She went to Klyde’s study to print copies of it. Since he’s out she was free to look around. All those book