---- "Geez, mom, they're not twelve." "Don't argue with your mother, and go get dressed. You'll feel better after you do." What was the point of arguing? | turned and headed for the door. On my way back to my place | realized that | hadn't thought of Kat in a few hours. Maybe because | was feeling guilty for not inviting her. After all, everyone else from the shop will be there, so there was no reason not to have invited her. | wondered what she was doing today, since the whole town would be in my parents' backyard, and the guilt intensified. Oh well, it was too late now anyway. | took a shower and threw on some jeans and one of my tees, arms bared and tats well displayed. One swipe of my hand through my hair was enough, since the shit never stayed the way | brushed it anyway, let it do its thing. ---- The party wasn't in full swing when | returned, but it was well on its way, and the smell of grilling meat permeated the air as voices rang out with laughter and conversation. | loved this shit, my friends and family together having a good time. Now all | needed was a cold beer and a cool place to sit before mom started running my ass again. | found Jared and some of the guys in a huddle, talking shop. "Don't you freaks know how to relax and unwind? It's a party, leave work alone." "Bro, that design you did for the Grimaldi racing bike is killer, that shit is gonna blow everything else out the water.' "Get a girl, bro, | thought you had a date for this thing?" "The girls dragged her off somewhere, like, ten minutes ago." ---- "Probably doing the initiation ceremony and teaching her how to fry Jared's ass." "Shut up, Pete." Jared elbowed him, as most of the crew except Jared started to scatter to look for their women. | hopped up on one of the picnic tables mom had set up and looked around at all the beautiful people. My eyes caught something... new! "Who the fuck is that?" "Who?" Jared looked around like he couldn't see the hot as fuck woman across from us. Her back was turned, but if her front looked anything like her back, then damn. Her ass was mouth watering, tight and high and round and...fuck, | had a hard on, and don't get me started on the hair, it was wild and thick and fucking gorgeous falling to the top of her ass. "Shit who is she?" With my luck she'd be here with some unworthy prick. ---- "Who, man?" "Carol's friend." | pointed with my beer to where my sister was talking to the dish. Jared turned in my little sister's direction. "Who, Kat?" She turned at that moment, and my fucking world shifted. Fucking Char and her fucking tea leaves. Title: After Divorce, I Built A Fabulous Life Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, Billionaire, CEO, Sweet Romance, Modern, Romantic, Revenge, Office Status: ongoing In "After Divorce I Built A Fabulous Life," Mia's journey unfolds as she transitions from a talented designer to Tyler's devoted wife. However, their love story takes a sharp turn post-graduation when three years of marriage culminate in a heart-wrenching divorce decree. Exploring themes of resilience and self-discovery against the backdrop of betrayal and new beginnings, Mia's character evolves from a housewife to a woman reclaiming her independence. The narrative delves into the complexities of modern relationships and the pursuit of personal fulfillment in the face of adversity. What sets this tale apart is its blend of romance and revenge woven through the lens of a contemporary office setting. As Mia navigates the challenges of rebuilding her life post-divorce, readers are drawn into a world where love, ambition, and betrayal intertwine to shape her future. Experience Mia's transformation firsthand by delving into "After Divorce I Built A Fabulous Life," available to read online at CrushReel. Discover a story that captures the essence of modern romance with a touch of intrigue and empowerment.