Chapter 263 Madison He moved closer, his reflection appearing beside mine in the glass. “And what if I want more p> My heart skipped a beat, but I kept my voice steady. “More what? More time? More exclusivity? Just add it to the contract p> “You’re being deliberately obtuse p>
Chapter 262 Madison I peeked into Mom’s room, finding her already dozing. I scribbled a quick note explaining I was going out, left it on her nightstand, and then grabbed my purse. “Ready,” I announced, rejoining Alexander in the living room. The ride down in the elevator was silent. I
Chapter 261 +25 BONUS When we arrived at my apartment building, Alexander insisted on carrying my mother’s bags despite her protests. “I’ve been carrying my own luggage since before you were born, young man,” she argued. “Which is precisely why you should allow me the courtesy now,” he countered smoothly.
Chapter 260 Chapter 266 Chapter 266 Madison +25 BONUS I froze mid–step, unable to process the scene before me. Alexander Knight–billionaire CEO, my boss, my fake boyfriend, the man who’d had me pinned against his office wall–was chatting with my mother like they were old friends. “So I tell him,
Chapter 259 Chapter 265 Madison After the meeting, I headed back to my PA desk, juggling thoughts about project timelines and wondering what Alexander’s schedule looked like for the afternoon. I’d barely settled in when my phone buzzed with a text from the hospital confirming Mom’s discharge time. I knocked
Chapter 258 Madison As the Bentley pulled away from The Savoy, I stole one last glance at the iconic London hotel. My first trip to London had been anything but ordinary, from sightseeing at London’s landmarks to uncovering the person behind the drug incident. “Going to miss London?” Alexander asked,
Chapter 257 Chapter 263 Madison He tore open the condom wrapper with his teeth, rolling it onto his length with practiced ease. “Turn over p> “What p> “You heard me. On your hands and knees p> I rolled over, positioning myself as instructed, feeling incredibly vulnerable with my ass in
Chapter 256 Madison We looked at each other for a long moment, something unspoken passing between us. Then Alexander cleared his throat and reached for his phone again. “We should sleep. Early flight tomorrow p> I nodded, turning away from him to hide the confusing mix of emotions on my
Chapter 255 Chapter 261 Madison The weight of Alexander’s gaze felt almost physical as he held my eyes with his. “Good,” he said, the single word carrying more meaning than it should have. I broke eye contact first, taking another sip of whiskey to hide my sudden nervousness. The amber
Chapter 254 Chapter 260 Madison The car turned onto a busier street, lights from shops and restaurants illuminating the interior in brief flashes. “So Vanessa planned to drug you, and then what? Take advantage of you?” My stomach turned at the thought. Alexander’s eyes met mine, something unreadable in their
Chapter 253 Madison I watched Alexander step out of the car, his tall frame disappearing through Selena’s front door with Leo. The sleek black Bentley idled silently, its luxury interior suddenly feeling too empty without Alexander’s commanding presence. “Great, now I get to sit here like a good little assistant
Chapter 252 Alexander I paced across her pristine living room, moonlight filtering through the tall windows. The London night created dramatic shadows across her terrified face. “Let me make something absolutely clear,” I said, stopping directly in front of her. “We have everything we need. The pen camera recording captured
Chapter 251 Chapter 257 Alexander 1 exchanged glances with Leo. Charles Caldwell was a force in investment banking, with tentacles reaching into every major financial institution in New York. If Selena had refused his daughter, her career at Thornfield might have mysteriously stalled. Still, that was no excuse. “Walk me
Chapter 250 Alexander “The thing about guns, Selena,” I said conversationally, “is that they’re quite loud. One shot and this place will be swarming with police. London’s finest don’t take kindly to Americans getting shot in Kensington townhouses p> “I’ll tell them you attacked me,” she countered. “With what evidence?
Chapter 249 r 255 Alexander “Currently single.” She adjusted a diamond bracelet on her wrist. “London’s dating scene is… let’s call it ‘quaint compared to New York. Besides, I’m married to my career at the moment p> “I’m surprised,” I said, not meaning it. “Successful, intelligent woman like yourself p>
Chapter 248 Chapter 254 Alexander The sleek Bentley pulled up to a pristine townhouse in Kensington, one of London’s most exclusive neighborhoods. I checked the address against the one Leo had texted me. “This is it,” I told Madison, who peered through the window with undisguised curiosity. “I need you
Chapter 247 on +25 BONUS I showered quickly, blow–dried my hair, and applied minimal makeup. Selecting a comfortable dress that would transition easily from museum to market, I emerged from the bathroom to find Alexander on the phone again. “We’ll be ready,” he said. “Just keep me updated.” He ended
Chapter 246 Chapter 252 Madison +25 BONUS A cool breeze swept off the river, and I shivered slightly. Without hesitation, Alexander removed his jacket and draped it over my shoulders. The fabric was warm from his body, carrying his scent: expensive cologne with undertones of something uniquely him. “Thanks,” I
Chapter 245 Chapter 251 +25 BONUS Chapter 251 Madison We strolled leisurely, stopping occasionally to watch street performers: a mime creating impossible shapes with his body, a string quartet playing classical renditions of pop songs, and a magician performing card tricks that defied explanation. “Wait here,” Alexander said suddenly, disappearing
Chapter 244 Chapter 250 Madison The meal that followed was a revelation. Course after course of exquisitely prepared dishes arrived at our table, each more delicious than the last. “This is incredible,” I said between mouthfuls of a perfectly seared scallop. “Better than the ones at The Savoy p> “Different.