As we reached the parking lot, the cool night air brushed against our faces. Alexander suddenly spun me around, pressing me against his car. His lips met mine in a heated kiss, and I felt a rush of excitement and surprise.
His hands traveled from my thighs to my hips and then to my ass, the touch both firm and possessive. The kiss was intense, filled with a mix of urgency and longing. As his lips slowly parted from mine, his gaze was filled with a mix of affection and mischief.
"I'll see you tomorrow," he said, his voice low and almost playful. His hand gave a gentle, yet firm squeeze on my ass, sending a shiver through me.
Without waiting for a response, he got into his car and started the engine. I watched him drive away, feeling a mix of confusion and exhilaration.
I walked to my own car, the echo of his touch and the intensity of the kiss still lingering. Once inside, I sat for a moment, my mind racing as I tried to process what had just happened. The evening had taken an unexpected turn, and I wasn't sure how to feel about it.
I took a deep breath, trying to calm the fluttering in my chest. Tomorrow was a new day, and I had a feeling it was going to bring more surprises.
The next morning, I woke up with a gnawing sense of unease. I went straight to the kitchen, hoping that breakfast would help clear my mind. I grabbed an apple and poured myself a glass of orange juice, taking a few bites before an odd, unsettling feeling began to churn in my stomach. Before I could react, I dropped the apple and bolted to the bathroom, where I hunched over the toilet and started to vomit.
I emptied my stomach, flushing the toilet and splashing cold water on my face. As I sat on the bathroom floor, trying to steady my breathing, the reality of the situation hit me. I had work today; I couldn't afford to be sick. I rummaged through my medication bag and found a box of period painkillers. Staring at the box, I tried to recall when I last had my period. I was supposed to get it today, but it hadn't arrived.
My mind raced, and the possibility struck me-there was a chance I could be pregnant. I had been intimate with Alexander in his office, and we hadn't used protection. Panic set in as I realized the gravity of the situation. I wasn't ready to be a mother. I cursed myself repeatedly for not insisting on using a condom.
I glanced at my reflection in the mirror, my face pale and distraught. I had no room in my tiny apartment for a baby. With a shaky breath, I decided I needed to take a pregnancy test to confirm my fears. I quickly dressed and headed to the nearest pharmacy, buying the test in a haze of anxiety.
Back at home, I followed the instructions carefully, then sat and waited for what felt like an eternity. My heart pounded in my chest as I finally grabbed the test, closing my eyes and slowly opening them. The sight of two pink lines made my heart drop. I was pregnant.
My mind raced with a thousand thoughts. There was no way I could handle this alone, not with my current situation. I needed to tell Alexander. He was the father, after all, and I had to face this together.
I quickly dressed and headed to work. Arriving at the office, I went straight to my desk, trying to steady my shaking hands. I waited anxiously for Alexander to arrive, knowing that I had to confront him with this news.
The day had been a whirlwind of meetings and deadlines, and as I walked into the office, my mind was still preoccupied with the ongoing projects. I noticed Nova waiting at her desk, looking unusually tense. She was usually lively and engaging, but today, something was clearly off. I chalked it up to the stress of her work, but her demeanor caught my attention.
I settled at my desk and tried to focus on the pile of paperwork before me. Despite my efforts, I couldn't shake the feeling that something was bothering her. It wasn't like Nova to be so quiet and withdrawn, and I could tell that whatever it was, it was significant.
Minutes ticked by, and I could sense her eyes on me occasionally. The office buzzed with the usual activity, but my focus remained on her. Finally, she stood up and walked over to my desk. Her face was pale, and she seemed to be holding something back. My instincts told me that she was about to drop some serious news.
"Alexander," she began, her voice wavering slightly. I looked up from my paperwork, trying to gauge her mood. "Can we talk for a moment?"
I nodded, concerned. "Of course, Nova. What's going on?"
She took a deep breath and then, with a look of resolve, she handed me a small, white envelope. I looked at it, puzzled, and then back at her. Her eyes were filled with a mix of anxiety and determination.
"Open it," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.
I carefully opened the envelope, pulling out a pregnancy test. My heart skipped a beat as I processed what I was seeing. The two pink lines on the test made everything crystal clear. I looked up at Nova, my mind racing.
"Nova, are you...?" I started, but the words felt inadequate.
She nodded, her eyes downcast. "I'm pregnant, Alexander."
The room seemed to spin for a moment. I ran a hand through my hair, trying to make sense of the situation. "How did this happen? I mean, we were... cautious, right?"
She sighed, "We didn't use protection that day in the office. I didn't think it would come to this."
I sat back in my chair, trying to absorb the news. "What do you want to do about this?"
Nova's eyes met mine with a mix of hope and fear. "I don't know. I thought we should talk about it. I'm not sure how to handle this alone."
I took a deep breath, trying to find the right words. "We'll figure this out together. I'm here for you, Nova. Let's talk about our options and make a decision that's right for both of us."
She nodded, a hint of relief showing on her face. "Thank you, Alexander. I really needed to hear that."
We spent the rest of the day discussing our options, weighing our choices, and planning how to handle the situation. It was a challenging conversation, but facing it together gave us both a sense of direction and support.
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The CEO's Match
RomanceWhen a sudden corporate emergency arises, the CEO of a major conglomerate, Alexander Blackwood, and his alluring secretary, Nova Dice, find themselves on an unplanned business trip to a high-profile industry conference. Known for his ruthless effici...