That day, Alicia was over the moonânot just because sheâd managed to put Nicole and Mina in their place, but more importantly, because Tyrone was willing to help pave the way for her career. He was ready to be the stepping stone she needed to climb higher.
The four years sheâd spent with Vincent felt like another lifetime. Vincent never really cared about her education, nor did he ever consider supporting her professional ambitions. Even forcing her into the Lynch Corporation, he only wanted her as his personal assistant, doing thankless, menial tasks with zero real value.
Vincent never once thought she could shine in her own field.
Maybe he didnât want her to shine. After all, if she did, sheâd grow stronger, more independentâmaybe even strong enough to leave.
For Vincent, the perfect Alicia was a sweet, docile little bunny. Ideally, sheâd always rely on him, need himâcontent to be caged by his side.
But Tyrone was different.
Even if their marriage was a contract, Tyrone respected her. He trusted her, no questions asked. He helped her, willinglyâalmost eager to be the foundation she stepped on to reach her dreams.
On the way home, Alicia couldnât help herself. She looked at Tyrone, eyes sparkling. âTyrone, can I kiss you?â
She was so giddy that dayâeven drinking bottled water made her feel a little tipsy.
Up front, their driver quietly raised the privacy screen between the back and front seats.
Reality snapped Alicia back to her senses. Sheâd forgotten someone else was driving. Instantly, her face turned scarlet; she wished she could just disappear into the seat.
Tyrone grinned and reached for her, pulling her into his arms. âIf youâre going to tease me, at least follow through. Donât leave me hanging.â
Aliciaâs cheeks were still burning as she nestled against him, breathing in his scent, her heart pounding.
After a moment, she met his gaze and gently pressed her lips to hisâa soft, fleeting kiss.
Tyrone raised an eyebrow, clearly unsatisfied. âThatâs it? You call that a kiss?â
Alicia blinked at him in confusion, her innocent, clear eyes utterly disarming.
Unable to resist, Tyrone cupped her cheek and kissed her againâthis time, properly.
Aliciaâs heart skipped a beat. Did Tyrone really have that much self-control around women, or was that just an excuse he used with his family?
âAre you happy today? Is this my reward?â Tyrone asked, teasing.
Her blush deepened, and she nodded hard.
She was happyâso she wanted to kiss him. Simple as that.
After all, they were legally married right now. If she didnât take advantage of this, would she wait until after the divorce?
The car stopped in front of the house. Their driver spoke up, struggling to keep a straight face. âMr. Lynch, Iâll pick you and Mrs. Lynch up tomorrow at eight for the prenatal checkup.â
Tyrone nodded, then got out and helped Alicia out of the car.
He never forgot any of the early pregnancy checkupsâregular bloodwork, doctor visits. He kept track of everything.
Alicia glanced at him, heart racing again.
She admitted itâshe was falling for Tyrone.
Even if she knew she shouldnât, it was too late. With a man like him, seeing him day in and day out, how could she not?
Theyâd barely stepped inside when Tyroneâs phone rang.
It was Wilma calling.
âSir, Serena lost control again today. She broke a glass and tried to slit her wrists. I called an ambulanceâsheâs at the hospital now. The wound isnât deep, but...â Wilmaâs voice was tight with worry as she waited for Tyroneâs instructions.
Tyrone took a deep breath. âIâll be right there.â
Serenaâs condition still wasnât stable. Heâd hoped sheâd be better after her last discharge, but apparently, that wasnât the case.
âWhat happened?â Alicia asked, concern flickering in her eyes.
âSerena tried to kill herself. I need to go to the hospital. Stay home and rest, okay?â He knew Alicia was exhausted from the eveningâs event and didnât want her to go through any more tonight.
Rich Radiant and Over Him (Alicia and Vincent)
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