Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Maya's phone-wielding hand froze mid-air. Surprise flickered across her face, but she doubled down, biting her lip. OK but you two are always flirting-that's facts!" You're constantly doing the whole 'I'm not like other girls' thing with all these guys, but really you're just trying to get close to Jair! Wren, the pick-me energy is off the charts! You've got your own man, but you won't quit orbiting my husband. Where's your elf-respect?" literally laughed out loud and looked at Jair playing possum. hen Casey's girlfriend Rain jumped in, bless her heart. Maya, I think you've got this totally wrong. Wren's never given me sketchy vibes." laya choked, then turned to Marcus's wife Emma, who was trying not to crack up. Maya, you're way off base! We're tight with Wren because she's genuinely amazing. She barely even plans hangouts-we're usually egging her to show up." My husband's company needed supplier hookups, Casey's restaurant needed contractors, Tyler scored major discounts on his ir-Wren made all that happen for us." [arcus tried to shut his wife up, but Emma gave him a look that could kill. he glanced at Jair, whose face was getting darker, and smirked. Wren's been our group mom since day one. Jair was never part of the original crew. He basically forced his way in because he and Tren are neighbors. We only tolerated him because of her." was mentally applauding Emma's savage energy! [ere's the tea: ur city's tiny, and everyone in business knows everyone. Ve do have a squad, and I've always been the main character. My family got stupid rich off renewable energy. Then I launched my own company and this bougie members-only bar, which connected me with all the elite clients. Casey, Marcus and I clicked because our parents go way back. We started networking for each other's businesses, and boom-solid friend group. [air's family ran some small construction supply thing that almost tanked completely. Chapter 2 My mom felt bad and made my dad throw them some contracts. She also guilt-tripped me into including Jair in our hangouts. I was NOT having it. I hold grudges like they're going out of style, and I'm still pressed about childhood trauma. But my mom wouldn't quit nagging, so I reluctantly let him third-wheel our group. Thinking of this, I stared Jair down. What were you even trying to achieve with that stupid post?" air looked like a tomato about to explode. His mouth was moving but nothing was coming out. Maya was getting more unhinged but wouldn't quit. Y'all are getting played! She's putting on this whole innocent act to flex on everyone and trap men!" My last nerve was officially gone. ook, it's her wedding day. I was trying to keep things chill and let it slide. ut she kept coming for my neck. Maya, you need receipts for claims like that." My voice went ice cold. You've seen my chat history with Jair. What more do you need?" Maya's laugh was pure poison. If you and Jair aren't hooking up, why's he dropping bank at your bar? Your place is exclusive as hell with crazy high standards. low's a girl like you keeping rich guys around without... special services? Jair just blew fifty K at your spot-don't tell me that's not us!" Dead silence. My mom went full mama bear mode, stepping in front of me. MAYA! Say that garbage again, I dare you!" I calmed mom down and got her seated, then got in Maya's face. (0) (0) In the English-dubbed series "Burning Between Us" by CrushReel, a life-changing encounter in Wesley Lowe's hotel room shook Alaya's world seven years ago. This unexpected meeting resulted in the birth of twins, but tragedy struck when her father took one child, leaving a void in her heart. As the story unfolds, themes of love, loss, and resilience intertwine with the complexities of family dynamics and the allure of the billionaire CEO world. Set in a modern mansion backdrop, this ongoing romance delves into the sweet yet tumultuous journey of navigating relationships amidst wealth and power struggles. What sets "Burning Between Us" apart is its poignant exploration of emotional depth within the glamorous facade of billionaire romance. Readers are drawn into a web of secrets, passion, and second chances as Alaya grapples with her past while facing an uncertain future. Dive into this captivating narrative that seamlessly blends modernity with classic romance tropes. Discover the allure of CrushReel's storytelling prowess as you immerse yourself in this gripping tale, available to read online at CrushReel for those seeking an escape into the world of love and intrigue.