Flawed in Times

Katarina Del Mundo is a woman full of big dreams. She's willing to do everything it takes to make them come true. After being left by the man she once gave her limitless love and affection to, Katarina has sworn off serious relationships-she refuses to feel that kind of pain again.

But she believes that heartbreak won't hinder her. With quiet strength, she returns to the Philippines to rebuild her life. She applies to countless companies where she knows she can put her expertise to use. Eventually, she gets hired by a prestigious firm. To celebrate, she and her friends go out for a night of fun-unaware that the evening would turn into something wild, passionate... and unexpected.

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She wakes up in a room bathed in whites and grays. It's unfamiliar. This isn't her room. Then, a sudden ache between her thighs confirms what she already fears-she remembers what happened the night before.

A man enters and offers to take her home, but she refuses. Her shoes are nowhere to be found, so she walks barefoot out of the building, carrying nothing but shame and silence.

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When she gets home, she prepares for her first day at work. Despite the heavy weight inside her, she puts on a brave face. At the office, a staff member escorts her to the CEO's room. She steadies herself, takes a deep breath, and walks in.

The door opens to a sleek office, styled in shades of white and gray. Her eyes land on a large table-and then on the swivel chair behind it, slowly turning to reveal a man with a smirk on his face.

A smirk she will never forget.

But what happens when Bruce discovers the secret she's been hiding?
Will he accept her for who she truly is?
Will Katarina finally find the love she's always yearned for?
Or will she break her promise to never give her heart away again?

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DISCLAIMER:
This story is written in English. Minor grammatical errors may be present. I welcome constructive criticism-feel free to leave comments so I can continue to improve. Thank you!