A Game With the Boss

had spent the night thinking about my mother and crying over her absence. I had awful dark ci

f my house, and the driver signaled to me that

thought. "You'll p

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and offered his hand to help me out. Just as I placed my foo

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off your shoes. Wh

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Now my outfit was complete - I looked like a scarecrow. I

We reached the registrar's office. When Max saw me, it was quite a scene: his f

re did you get those shoes? They're at lea

us? Besides, my sandals had an acciden

you aware of what you're doing?

My plan had worked, although I felt a little

how to dress. This is who I am and what I have

embarras

ust sign that damn pap

hand with mine, and we walked toward the judge, who, by the way, looked at m

ast. I realized it was o

kiss th

asked, t

s the bride,

ressed his lips against mine. The kiss was timid at first, but then our mouths melted into a delicious rhythm. His

rs swarmed us taking pictures. Poor Max, I think I went too far. Tomorrow the press would destroy him. I hadn't

air and buy new clothes: dresses, pants, skirts, everything you can think of, and formalwear. No discounts or cheap stuff. You are my wife; you can't go around like a beggar. I know you love to dress like a crow, but things have changed. On Monday we will sign the contract and establish the agreed clauses. You will get a copy. Also, you must sign the prenuptial agreement. I know this

u want. I don't need to steal from

on't want any more mistakes. Tomorrow someone wil

t, than

afte

closing the door when I remembered I

immediately. I h

zy. Max stopped right bef

e hallway to

uch for your help. I didn't m

Mrs. Duncan. C

y way. But as I was reaching

rit

was staring at me, with th

that damn rag,"

h a lot. I had achieved my

teps at a time. One of these days I'll slip an

st as she had left it; her scent still filled the place. I we

e Maritza,

w days had passed, and I already missed her. How was I going to live without her for the rest of my life? I left h

old water burned my skin, but I preferred it that way. I wrapped myself in a towel, dried off, and p