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Marriage and divorce had become commonplace. A divorce wasn’t a
big deal as long as it achieved a goal.
With this in mind, Annie texted Steven a picture of a home interior. The picture showcased a cozy and family–oriented design.
“If we ever have a place together, I hope it looks like this,” the text
read.
Steven might have been busy since he didn’t respond immediately.
Annie put down her phone and walked over to the window, gazing at
the view outside.
Living in an upscale apartment, she enjoyed a spectacular view. She
could see the distant river.
She had bought this upscale apartment, thinking she and Joe could
come here and sip red wine while admiring the scenery. It was
incredibly romantic, especially during sunset.
Unfortunately, that might never happen–unless Joe got tired of Skylar
one day.
Yesterday, she had a call with Rowan. Rowan told her that Joe was
serious about Skylar. He had never seen Joe treat any woman the
way he treated Skylar.
Annie took a deep breath, trying to calm the jealousy rising in her
heart. She also thought about the time she saw Skylar at Yancey
Residence. Skylar was more composed than she had imagined.
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Even now, Skylar remained passive despite their past conflicts. Annie
expected her to make moves, anything to stop Annie from being with
Steven.
“Skylar, what are you thinking?” Annie had been pondering this for
days, yet she found no answer.
No matter what Skylar was thinking, it wouldn’t change Annie’s
decision. She was determined to marry Steven as soon as possible.
Two days later, Skylar woke up sore all over. She couldn’t explain. Joe’s behavior the night before. He’d been much rougher than usual.
Just as she tried to get up, a hand tightened on her waist, holding her
firm.
“Do you really think we’re just cohabiting?” Joe’s voice was deep and
cold, with a hint of menace.
Skylar was still half–asleep. She took a moment to process his words. Suddenly, she remembered their conversation during dinner last night.
One of them had brought up their relationship dynamics, and she had candidly shared her thoughts.
She had been drinking that night. Joe had brought home a bottle of red wine, and wary of her low tolerance, she had paced herself. Yet, her honesty had outpaced her inhibitions.
But what she said was the truth! She said, “Isn’t that what we are?”
Joe stared at her intensely; his lips pressed together. Then, he
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suddenly leaned in and kissed her hard. It was like a punishment.
He didn’t let go for several minutes. Skylar was too shocked to move.
Joe was acting very strange.
“Do you really think cohabitants have sex almost every night?” Joe’s voice was hoarse and commanding, dripping with controlled desire.
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