Erin conveyed, "The situation is... he's going to become Auntie Tanya's husband soon. So, you should address him as 'uncle' instead." Lacey pursed her lips, her eyes welling up with tears. "Doesn't he love me?" "Not in that way. Everyone loves Lacey," Erin reassured. She grappled with the persistent complexity of her relationship with Orion, unable to comprehend why it remained so complicated. She had harbored hopes of being with him from a young age. However, after seven years, her role in his life had become intricate due to her involvement in Daryl's death. Even now that she’s having a child with him. Loving someone who had inflicted pain upon you was an exceptionally challenging ordeal. Erin caressed Lacey's hair, saying, "When Orion learns about you, he might want to take you away from me." That would only compound her predicaments. "Would you want Daddy to take you away from me?" Her daughter sobbed, vehemently shaking her head, and Erin's heart ached for both of them. "
Lacey closed her eyes once more, maintaining a tight grip on Orion's clothes as she continued to sleep. Erin offered assurance, "I'll take care of her." Orion tensed when he heard Lacey refer to him as 'dad.' He clenched his fist. "I can imagine it was challenging for you, managing everything alone and raising Lacey as a single mother." Choosing not to delve into that discussion, Erin pursed her lips, recognizing the difficulties of single parenthood. The absence of a partner meant navigating the noticeable changes in her child's well-being solo, making decisions without consultation, and experiencing both sorrows and joys without someone to share them with. Despite the strain between Erin and Orion, a timely knock on the door interrupted the conversation. Kersen entered, carrying Erin's luggage. "Thank you! I'll take care of Lacey," Erin expressed to Orion. "Sure, take some time to rest. My room is right next door. If you feel like eating, just inform Mawar or Kers
Erin pumped her butt against Orion's shaft. From the wall, they moved to the bed. His hands tightly held her bosom to dominate her inner womb fully. Orion growled as he moved his hips upward and faster. "Ah!" Erin's euphoric moans resonated, harmonizing with the intoxicating sensations that enveloped her. The relentless waves of pleasure surged, leaving her breathless as his cock delicately caressed the warmth nestled between her thighs. They said they shouldn't be heard in the villa, but that would be impossible in the midst of the quiet night. The air bore witness to her unrestrained pleasure, punctuated by a symphony of ecstatic screams and moans that defied containment. In surrendering to the allure of the moment, Erin abandoned her sanity, igniting dormant emotions that flickered to life in the throes of this delicious indulgence. "God!" Erin closed her eyes, grappling with the challenge of terminating the seemingly infinite ecstasy. In response, Orion clenched her lip
Erin maintained a façade of indifference towards Orion, pretending that his presence held no significance for her. However, the act proved to be more challenging than she had anticipated. She blamed herself for allowing herself to forget one night, succumbing to the allure of the moment. Oliver guided them through extensive hectares of the resort, offering explanations. Erin remained uncertain about whether Orion was deliberately avoiding her. Still, she found a measure of gratitude in that he had chosen to keep his distance, at least for the time being. To divert her thoughts, Erin immersed herself in her laptop, trying to escape the complexities involving Orion momentarily. One afternoon, in the lounge area of the resort, she was engrossed in her work. At the same time, Lacey played contentedly on the carpeted floor. However, that day, she felt unwell; a sore throat and dizziness plagued her. Despite her discomfort, Erin diligently communicated details about Le Grand's new con
[The Wedding…] Tears welled up in Erin's eyes as she approached Zach, who stood patiently in the middle of the aisle. The ache in her chest was overwhelming after bidding farewell to the man who had caused her pain yet whom she loved deeply. She embraced her friend, seeking solace at that moment. It might have seemed like Erin was shedding tears of joy to onlookers. Little did they know the weight of her decision—she had turned her back on Orion to embrace Zach's dream of marrying him. As the ceremony began, Erin couldn't shake the feeling of Orion's lingering presence, his gaze silently witnessing her union with another man. "Orion has left..." Zach whispered after a few minutes. Erin clenched her stomach, desperately suppressing the urge to vomit. Despite her efforts, she hurried to the nearest trash bin and emptied the contents of her stomach. The small group of guests looked on in surprise, and Zach, concerned, offered his support by rubbing her back. "Please bring us a
The door's sudden knocks disrupted the exchange between Orion and Erin. "That must be the food," Erin exclaimed, her heart still racing. 'Oh no, what should I say to his question?' "Thank you!" Orion's voice echoed from the doorway. As the man reappeared, he wheeled in a cart laden with food. Orion lifted the soup and approached Erin, who remained seated on the bed. He scooped some food onto a spoon and extended it toward her. "I can manage," Erin protested, her cheeks flushing. "No, I insist. I promised to court you," Orion replied firmly. "But I'm not disabled. I just have the flu, O." "Don't be stubborn." Erin considered another angle. "I'm not ready to be courted by you. You're going to marry another woman, and I don't want to be your side chick." She seized the spoon, giving him a defiant look. Orion sighed. "I'll sort things out with Tanya." Erin stopped listening to him because understanding what he was saying had become challenging. Returning to the man's life didn't
Erin fell silent, her mind reeling from Lily's accusations. They exchanged glances, each processing the weight of the moment before Erin finally found her voice. "Did you investigate me?" Erin's voice trembled, filled with a mix of disbelief and apprehension. "Then I'm right about it. Lacey really is Orion's daughter. I didn't investigate you or your daughter." Lily paused, came with a grimace, and then added, "I merely conducted a cursory check at their school. My office handles the interior design of Lacey's nursery school. During a recent visit, I happened to chat with Teacher Catherine." "I casually inquired about upcoming birthdays among the children as I planned to give birthday gifts to Novella's friends. She retrieved the records, and that's where I discovered Lacey's birthday. Honestly, I wasn't certain until I spoke with you. I must confess, I inadvertently put you on the spot about it," Lily explained. Erin was incredulous that Lily cornered her like this. The truth
Erin is determined to identify her opponent, who accuses her of stealing the concept for her new product release. The Makeup Blend's CEO, Anna Lerman. She urgently needs to confront Anna and understand why she was targeted for plagiarism. Erin's stay in the city is limited, driven by her longing to return home and embrace her daughter, Lacey, as soon as possible. The separation weighs heavily on her heart, as she's unaccustomed to being apart from her daughter for extended periods. Anna's sister-in-law's birthday will be held at a hotel in Berlin. The allure of this event is too potent for her to ignore, presenting a strategic opportunity she simply cannot let pass. "Anna will definitely be in attendance," Byron remarked as they sat in a cozy corner of the coffee shop. "And I'm also sure we'll see the person who betrayed Raw Beauty," Erin replied. As Erin ponders the motives behind the theft of Raw Beauty's concept, she contemplates various scenarios, including the possibility th