---- Chapter 5 "The lights go out and you disappeared! | had no idea where you were,' she chastises, scooting her way inside and shutting the door. "Are you all right?" "I'm fine." | smile, trying to hide my jittery nerves. "You look all flushed." She waves a hand toward my chest. "Your skin is splotchy." Her gaze catches on the vodka bottle Easton must've left behind. "Ooh, check it out! Jackpot!" "Come on." | open the door once again and we exit together, Sadie clutching the vodka bottle. "Why did the power turn off? Do you know?" "| guess the entire block went out. | was outside when it happened, and all the houses around us had no lights either. So weird." "| hid out in the bathroom the whole time," | tell her, not about to reveal the kiss with Easton. Not yet. | want to savor it-try to recall everything he did and said. Relive it, moment by moment. Then I'll ---- Chapter 5 tell her. Maybe. "Lame," she teases, nudging me with her elbow. "Too bad you weren't locked in the dark with a hot boy!" She's so close to the truth, it's scary. "Ha ha, | wish." We pass through the crowded kitchen to head back outside, Sadie chatting a mile a minute while | don't say a thing. My mind is still in a daze thanks to Easton and his magical lips. "Boys are staring at you,' Sadie whispers. | shrug. "So? It's just a bikini." Sadie watches me in wonder. "Wow, the lights go out for a few minutes, and you're completely transformed. | love your new attitude!" "| shouldn't be ashamed of my body,' | say, glancing down at myself, seeing it in a whole ---- Chapter 5 new light. This body just had Easton's hands all over it. He even touched me in forbidden places. And | let him. | wanted it. | wanted him. My gaze wanders around the back yard, searching for him, but he's nowhere to be found. Did he leave? Where did he go? "No, you absolutely should not be ashamed,' Sadie reaffirms. "Show them how gorgeous you are, Harper!" | love how encouraging my friend is. She's the best. Sadie grabs my hand, dragging me toward the table where my brother and his friends are still sitting, save for Easton. Disappointment crashes over me and | put on a smile, trying to fake it as the boys start talking to us. 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.