Bossy Billionaire's Pretend Fiancée by Kelsey Hansen

Author:Kelsey Hansen [Hansen, Kelsey]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2024-01-14T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter Fourteen

Alexander

Sunday 10:36 a.m.

I glanced over the lush green fairway, the vibrant emerald green of the golf course extending into the horizon.

The sun hung lazily in the late afternoon sky, casting long shadows across the meticulously manicured grass.

I gripped my golf club tighter, attempting to muster some enthusiasm for the game. Beside me stood my long-time friend and business partner, Jon Maniscalco, a third-generation Italian American with a knack for colorful expressions.

We'd played golf countless times together, but today was different. A heavy silence hung in the air. His question finally broke the silence.

"You never have time for our Sunday golf sessions. What changed today?"

Jon's voice was as casual as the breeze rustling the leaves of the surrounding trees.

I couldn't blame Jon for being curious about my sudden availability for a Sunday golf session. He knew how busy I was in my position, so it was unusual that I could make it work.

I took a deep breath and contemplated my answer as I prepared to tee off. The ball lay in front of me, perched on the wooden tee like a tiny globe waiting to be launched into the world.

"Nothing," I replied, my voice more unconvincing than intended. "I just needed a golf game to clear my head."

Jon raised an eyebrow as he studied me, his dark eyes filled with curiosity and concern.

We’d been friends for years. He knew me well enough to sense when something was up.

"Boredom, huh? Well, it’s a boring sport if I'm being honest," he jabbed, a mischievous smile tugging at the corners of his lips.

I laughed, relieved by his light-hearted response.

"That's the point, my friend. Sometimes, you need a little boredom to appreciate the excitement of life."

With that, I swung my club, sending the ball soaring down the fairway. It was a decent shot, and I couldn't help but feel a twinge of satisfaction as it landed in the middle of the fairway.

Jon followed suit, his ball joining mine. We began our slow march toward our golf balls, the game gradually washing away the tension between us.

As we walked, Jon continued our conversation.

"So, what's been on your mind lately, Alex? You've been distant, and it's not just about golf. Is something bothering you?"

I hesitated for a moment, considering how much I wanted to share. But Jon had always been there for me, through thick and thin, and he deserved to know.

"It's work, Jon," I confessed, my voice carrying the weight of the recent challenges. "The business has been consuming me, and I've been neglecting everything else, including golf Sundays."

Jon nodded in understanding, his expression sympathetic.

"I get it, Alex. We've both poured our hearts and souls into the company. But remember, it's not just about work. You need to have balance in your life."

He was right, of course. I’d allowed my obsession with the business to overshadow everything else, including the simple joys of a round of golf with a good friend.

We reached our golf balls, and I took a moment to line up my shot, trying to focus on the game instead of my worries.

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