---- Chapter 9 with Easton in mind just in case | ran into him at a party. Now, | won't even be leaving my bed tonight. And that's exactly what | plan to tell Sadie when she pops her head into my doorway and says, "Get dressed, we're going." | shake my head. "Nope. I'm not. You are." "Do you honestly think I'm going to let you sit home tonight?" She moves over to my chair where I'd placed the box my costume is in. "Or that Easton was really serious about what he said?" | cross my arms to stop my hands from shaking. "Oh, he was serious, all right." "Remember when Ryan was having a heart attack over your bikini?" She reaches into the box and takes out the costume. "I'm positive that's why Easton said that to you. He's looking out for his best friend, who prefers his sister dressed in a big, baggy tent." She holds up the ---- Chapter 9 leotard that's supposed to make me look like a cat. It comes with thigh-high boots, a long tail, and a silicon masquerade mask that covers most of my face, the top adorned with cute little ears. "And this is definitely no tent, this is s-e- x-y, whoa!" She glances from me to the skintight leotard. "You're going to be the hottest one there." "You're going to be, because I'll be right here ..." | point down at my mattress. "In bed." She sits beside me, her hands resting over mine. "I'm going to put this as nicely as | can." She grins. "You have exactly twenty minutes to get ready or I'm carrying you outside and we're going whether you're in a costume or not." She squeezes my fingers. "Understood?" My stomach leaps at the thought of seeing Easton even if | still want to strangle him. | push my back against the wall behind my bed. "It sounds like you're giving me no choice." She taps my hands. "Good, my message was ---- Chapter 9 loud and clear, then." "But | need more than twenty minutes," | squeal, and | hurry over to my chair, stripping off my clothes. With the leotard in place and the tail positioned, | put on my mask and start my makeup. Most of it's black, | only fill in the few spots the silicon doesn't cover, and | add a deep red lipstick. | slick down my hair with lots of gel, securing it in a low bun. | check every angle in my small, full-length mirror, and then | turn toward Sadie. "How do | look?" She eyes me up and down. "Who are you?" "What do you mean?" "| mean, | know my best friend is in there somewhere, but all | see is this smoking hot, ridiculously sexy minx." "Oh my God," | laugh. "Let's go." 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.