---- Chapter 2 they know everything about me. They flirt and they protest and then, always, they give in. Making me feel like the man. Frowning, | concentrate on her moving lips, but | don't hear a damn word she says. I'm kind of over that scene. The fluttering damsel in distress type whos helpless unless a big, strong man-me--comes along. It's all an act, one I'm bored with. Maybe | need a challenge. Maybe | need to change things up. | glance toward the small window that's closest to where we're standing, frowning. The window is cracked open, barely a sliver, and | swear to God, it feels like someone is watching me. | squint into the near darkness, trying to make out a face, but | see nothing. Must be a figment of my imagination. "Want to take off?" the girl asks, knocking me from my thoughts. | blink her back into focus, taking her in. Dark ---- Chapter 2 blonde hair that hangs to about her shoulders. Pretty, bland face. The requisite blue eyes, thick eyelashes and pouty lips. Her golden skin has a slick sheen that I'm afraid might be oily to the touch. Fuckin' gross. "Yeah, | don't think so. I'm staying around here tonight," | tell her. Her expression shifts and changes. No more easygoing, let's get out of here for me. Now she's scowling with thin lips and flared nostrils. "Your loss," she says, flipping her hair over her shoulder before she flounces off. | watch her go, irritation settling in my veins. Irritated more with myself than her. Why couldn't | just take off with her? What's my problem? Liquor. That'll solve all my issues. | head into the house, taking in the kitchen full of people, most of them | recognize. They say hi ---- Chapter 2 as | walk past and | mumble a greeting in return, searching the small pantry until | find my prize. A giant bottle of vodka. | head for the bathroom, knocking on the closed door in warning before | try the handle. It opens with ease. Just before the lights go out. 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.