Chapter 21

Katara had been working as a contract lover for Sean for a while now, and while she appreciated the financial benefits, she often felt lonely and unfulfilled. That all changed when she met Joshua Taylor, a young billionaire who was Sean's rival in the business world.

At first, Katara was hesitant to befriend Joshua, knowing how Sean would react if he found out. But the more time she spent with Joshua, the more she realized that he was different from Sean. He was kind, considerate, and genuinely interested in getting to know her as a person, not just as a contract lover.

As Katara's friendship with Joshua deepened, she found herself opening up to him more and more. She told him about her dreams, her fears, and her passions, and he listened intently, offering his own insights and perspectives. For the first time in a long time, Katara felt truly understood and appreciated.

One day, as they were sitting in Joshua's penthouse apartment, sipping champagne and enjoying the stunning view of