I wake up with a banging headache and try to remember the things that happened the night before. After a lot of back and forth with the Chinese, we finally completed everything pertaining to the construction design agreement and were paid upfront.The sleek, black limousine glided through the bustling streets of Shanghai. Inside, I and my team are seated, about to celebrate a major victory at a bar renowned for its exclusive atmosphere.The car pulls up in front of the upscale establishment. As I step out, I couldn't help but feel a surge of pride. I’ve really achieved all the goals I set for myself this year, and the year hasn't even ended yet. My team and I just closed a deal that will be inscribed on the four walls of the architectural industry, a milestone worthy of celebration.Inside the dimly lit bar, I and my team of four share a look of excitement. I raise a glass of champagne in a toast. "To hard work, innovation, and the bright future we've just unlocked," I proclaim.The c

All the going back and forth with Patricia and this issue with Mildred kind of has me pissed. What the hell is Mildred playing at coming to my house, knowing fully well that I’m not home,only to come and tell Patricia things that Patricia doesn’t want to disclose? Mildred will be hearing from me soon, and she’s not going to like it.I don’t get why Patricia can’t just make up her mind already. I know she at least feels something towards me, but she’s just restraining herself. I sigh exasperatedly as I walk to my room and collapse on the bed. That run was very much needed.I shower and change into something corporate, but style it casually. I don’t feel like going into the office today; rather, I’ll go say hi to Tony for a bit, come back and work from home so I can spend enough time with Ray when she gets back from school, and maybe even take her out after I surprise her with my little gift. My GLK pulls up in front of Tony’s three-level penthouse. I called him earlier to let him know

I’ve made up my mind; Jordan is my choice. No one has treated me as well as he has, and to be honest, I have a soft spot for him too, but I didn’t want to dwell on the feelings that were building for him because I have a boyfriend. It’s time for me to experience what it means to be with someone who loves and cares about me, someone who treats me well, and that’s all Jordan has done since the first day—treat me right—and this is something Bryan has not done in a very long time.He owes me a lot of money, which I doubt he will want to pay back, and as much as I am happy that things are going great for him, I don’t want to be with him again. I’ve endured a lot, put up with a lot of things I shouldn’t have, and was blind to his faults, but never again.I remember Jordan’s words. Think about it deeply, and let me know where your heart lies. I’ve thought about it deeply, and I choose Jordan over and over again, but I hope Mildred is not going to be an issue because it will hurt me to know t

This man must certainly be an angel! I've been taught that only God is without flaws; therefore, I want to have an insight into his flaws because how can one be this good, loving, gentle, and kind-hearted? Is it crazy that I want to catch a glimpse of his demons?"Thanks; that meant so much to me. You never talk about Ray's mom, and the day you brought it up, you were wearing so much anger on your face.""You have to promise never to mention this to anyone.""I promise." I watch him struggle to get the words out of his mouth, like it's an abomination to speak of them. We all look tough on the outside, but we have things going on within us that bring out that frail part of us."Your mom knows, though. Her name is Vanessa. When I was young, wild, and reckless, I had a fling with her. She was a supermodel who got pregnant and wasn't ready to keep the child. Fortunately, my dad overheard our conversation and was furious because he didn't like the idea of sex before marriage, and it was s

It feels good to be able to officially call Patricia my woman. Let me not begin to brag about how I asked her to be my woman. I took her out on a date to a five-star restaurant, which I booked just for both of us.“What is that boyfriend of mine thinking about?”“How lucky I am to have you in my life.”“I must be very special then.”“You are. Süsser, have you finally given it a thought?”“Given what a thought?” I ask, feigning ignorance.“You know exactly what I am talking about, babe.”“Jai, don't get me wrong, I want to be seen outside with you, but don't you think a ball where different dignitaries are is too immense for our first appearance as a couple?”“Hence the more reason I want to show you off at such a big event. We've been dating for two weeks now, and having to travel to Shanghai back and forth is never going to give me time to take part in other future events. You know how I had to squeeze out time to attend this ball, and that's because I'm one of the sponsors.”“We are