The Billionaire's Personal Trainer by Angelica DeVine

Author:Angelica DeVine [DeVine, Angelica]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: anonymous
Published: 2024-04-02T00:00:00+00:00

I take a deep breath as I approach the entrance of the club, steeling my nerves. I’m excited to spend time with my old friend, but anxious about the possibility of her finding out about Brian and me. We’ve been secretly seeing each other for months now, and while I want to tell Diane the truth, I know it’s best to keep our relationship under wraps, especially since Brian doesn’t even know I’m friends with his daughter.

When I enter the club at nine, Diane is already waiting at the bar. Two martinis sit before her, and she passes me one with a grin.

Diane gives me a long hug, pulling me from my thoughts. “It’s so great to be hanging out like old times again,” she says with a smile.

I force a smile in return. “Me too. It’s been way too long.”

“To friendship that stands the test of time,” she says, raising her glass.

“To friendship,” I echo, clinking my martini against hers. As I do, I feel like a fraud.

The alcohol warms my belly as we launch into lively conversation, catching up on everything from our careers, to family, to old friends. It feels so easy and natural, except for that one dark secret looming over my conscience.

“So, what’s new with you?” Diane asks, turning to face me. “Any hot new romances I should know about?”

My heart leaps at the question, and I stare into my drink, scrambling for an answer. “Oh, you know, the usual. I’ve been so busy with work; dating hasn’t really been a priority.”

The lie tastes bitter on my tongue. I want nothing more than to tell Diane the truth, and to share the joy and excitement of my new relationship. But I can’t—not if I want to keep Brian in my life.

Diane nods, taking a sip of her martini. “I get that. Work can definitely consume your whole life if you let it.” Her gaze drifts across the room, landing on a group of men at the bar. “Although, a little romance never hurt anyone, right?” She winks at me with a sly grin.

I force a laugh, though anxiety coils in my stomach. The rest of the night stretches before me, full of opportunities for Diane to stumble upon the truth. I take a large gulp of my drink, wondering how I’ll make it through the evening without revealing my secret.

We chat for a while longer over tapas, catching up and swapping stories from our time apart. The alcohol helps dull my nerves and I start to relax into the familiar comfort of Diane’s company. When our plates are cleared, Diane grabs my hand. “Come on, let’s dance! I didn’t come all the way down here to sit around talking.”

I let her pull me onto the dance floor. The pounding beat of the music vibrates in my chest. We dance and laugh together, spinning under the flashing lights. For a few songs, I forget my worries and give in to the music. Then a man slides up behind me, pressing close as he moves to the rhythm of the song.

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