Adelynn’s POV…
"Congratulations, Adel," a group of ladies cheered.
“Thank you so much.” I grinned, expressing my happiness. I had successfully finished an important project, and now I was being promoted. This achievement wouldn't have been possible without the hard work of my beautiful team members.
I stretched my arms widely and gathered them into a group hug. "This victory is for us," I murmured with delight.
“Yes, but it is also true that you worked hard for it,” One of my team members said. “Without your guidance and supervision, we wouldn’t have achieved the success. You deserve this promotion, Adel.”
“Thank you.” I smiled at them with gratitude.
For the past year, we had been working relentlessly on this project, often returning home late. Today was different. I decided to leave work early. My boyfriend, Richard's handsome face flashed in the back of my mind, and my heart started racing. He had been complaining about not getting enough time with me. Tonight, I planned to erase all his complaints.
I couldn't wait to see him. I imagined his handsome face, his warm embrace, and the way he made me feel alive whenever we were together. My heart raced with excitement as I thought of the passionate night ahead.
All I wanted was to rush home, throw myself into his arms, and let him shower me with love and affection. I craved the warmth of his body, the taste of his lips, and the security of his embrace.
"Hey, Adelynn. Let’s go to the bar and celebrate our victory," another teammate suggested, breaking my reverie.
I smiled at her apologetically. "I’d love to, but I am sorry. Another time. I promise. Tonight, I want to celebrate with my boyfriend."
“Oh…” Everyone said in unison, their eyes shining with mischief.
"Stop it," I laughed. "Richard has been complaining about me coming home late always. I want to surprise him."
“We get it. Go and have fun.”
I waved goodbye to them and left the office, my mind buzzing with ideas on how to please Richard. Tonight, I would make sure to give Richard all the attention he desired. I would lavish him with love and affection, and make up for all the time I had been absent.
On the way home, I bought a bottle of champagne and drove swiftly, eager to share the news of my achievement with him.
When I arrived home, I quickly punched in my birthdate for the password of the door. As soon as I entered the house, I heard loud moans and groans coming from my bedroom. Shocked, I froze, my mind racing with questions. I could clearly discern what was happening inside, but I refused to accept the fact that Richard had brought another woman here behind my back.
‘He can’t cheat on me,’ I murmured to myself, attempting to keep my composure. Yet, I couldn't shake off the dreadful feelings creeping into my heart. With measured steps, I approached the bedroom, my fingers tightly clutching the bottle of champagne.
As I approached the door, the sounds grew louder, and I could feel my anger building up inside me. How could he do this to me? Didn't he care about our relationship anymore?
The sound of their laughter and conversation reached my ears. The woman’s voice sounded strangely familiar, and my stomach knotted as I recognized it.
It was Jennifer, my rival at the workplace.
‘What is she doing here?’ I asked myself, stunned.
“That bitch always defeats me,” Jennifer scoffed. “She thinks she is smarter than me. She must be celebrating her victory. Humph… But she doesn’t know I am sleeping with her boyfriend in her house, on her bed. Hahaha…” Her loud laughter echoed inside the room once again, slashing my heart.