Hired Love

It was a town fair.

It had been forever since Stacy had been to one of these. "Ahhhhhh!" She whooped, laughing.

"Okay, whatever it is you're on, give me some," Roman spoke up, holding her hand tightly to keep her from running off.

The twins laughed behind them. It had been a good idea to come out here. Stacy was sure her mother had specifically planned this reunion just in time to fix this in. She had always loved the fair. From the colorful scenery to the endless energetic activities, it felt magical.

"What do you want to do first?" She beamed, turning back to face them.

Claire chuckled, rolling her eyes. They'd attended the town fair a lot as kids so no doubt her sister knew how much she enjoyed it. "Down, boy." She teased, causing everyone to chuckle.

Stacy rolled her eyes, though the smile on her face remained. "I want ice cream."

"Me too, Aunt Stacy!" Oliver squeaked, releasing her father and running to her.

"It's eleven in the fuc-I mean freaking morning, Olivia. That's a horrible nutrition decision." Benjamin said firmly.

"But daddy," Olivia whined, her wide eyes narrowed slightly, and pink lips pointed in a pout. "It's a party. Pretty please?"

He stood no chance. She had him wrapped around her little fingers. "Okay." He acquiesced, frowning. "Just one, okay?"

Everyone laughed. It wasn't hard to see how much had loved his daughter.

"I could say the same to you," Roman said to Stacy.

"Well, the only person who can stop me is me," She retorted, her chin ridiculously pointed high in the air. "And I know that fucker's weakness. I could totally take me in a fight." He gave her a blank look.

"Let's split up, you guys. We'll meet back here at seven on the dot, cool?" "Cool."

"Would you take her, Stace?" Benjamin inquired with pleading eyes. Stacy had a feeling he didn't just mean for ice cream. He had been only twenty-one when the responsibility of taking care of Olivia fell to him. There had been no complaints, no matter how hard it had been. Since he refused to say who her mother was, the family stopped asking questions and started helping him. He'd hired a wet nurse until she was old enough, and they had all taken turns babysitting so he could have a little time to himself.

When he had to go to work, he dropped her off with Aunt Emma, his mother. The way he'd dedicated his life to caring for her at such short notice was something Stacy admired. It had taken guts, but it didn't mean it was something he wanted to do for the rest of his life.

Having a baby was hard work.

"Sure, I will. Have fun." She looked down at the smiling little girl. "Do you want to go with me, love?"

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She ran ahead of them, giggling. It was just the three of them now; She, Roman and Olivia. There was a feeling of nostalgia somewhere inside her, a longing for a place she'd never known. Children were a topic she never cared to branch into. She might want kids one day, but the thought never occurred to her. But now, with her hand in Roman's and the little girl in his other arm, she realized she wouldn't mind.

If only all these were real....

"What's your name?" Olivia asked Roman. He was carrying her, so they were eye to eye. Stacy thought she tried to look serious with the frown on her face, but she only managed to look cute. She chuckled under her breath, wanting to know where it was going.

"Roman." He replied, smiling at her.

"Are you my auntie's husband, like grandpa and grandma?" She frowned again, squinting her eyes.

A bubble of laughter escaped Stacy unintentionally at the look on Roman's face.

"Well, yeah," He answered, narrowing his eyes. "Soon, at least."

"Do you love her like grandpa loves grandma?"

Stacy would've laughed but she found she was actually interested in knowing the answer to the question. The real answer.

If you're loving the book, nel5s.com is where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! Roman's eyes darted to her and then back to the little girl. He hesitated for a moment then said, "Yes, I do."

Stacy felt her heart race. Oh, how she wanted it to be true. How she hoped he'd meant those words. Maybe then they wouldn't have to pretend like they'd been doing. Olivia stared at him. Roman was beginning to fidget and Stacy was sure he'd never been interrogated by a five-year-old before. Then suddenly the little girl giggled. "Okay." "Okay?" Roman was surprised. "That's it?"

Olivia shrugged, turning her attention to the circus performing as they passed. Colors exploded in the air and a small man did a few air tumbles.

"I thought you were going to hit me or something." He said.

Olivia giggled again, her hair bouncing with the movement. "Don't be silly."

Roman looked exasperated. Stacy laughed at his expression. He was so handsome. Being with him was dangerous. He was like a forbidden fruit; she wanted him, but she couldn't have him. The sight of Olivia in his arms sparked a flicker of hope in her chest. She wanted this. She wanted him. Somehow, somewhere, she'd fallen for Roman, and she knew, at the back of her mind that it was the worst thing she could've done. They had no less than four days together until they both had to go back to the lives they left behind: she to her boring life as a lawyer and he to his popular life as a celebrity painter.

She thought of all the women he'd been with. He was experienced, she knew that much and in her opinion experience came from practice. How many times had he driven a woman off the edge like he'd done to her in the Jacuzzi? How many times had he made them moan and cry out in ecstasy? Were they tall and slim like models? She would admit she wasn't thin. She had a good amount of flesh on her. Her breasts were big enough to be considered too big for a slim figure and her ass had enough flesh for three women. Was he only interested in her because there was no other alternative? Did he like women like her or slimmer women like Claire? Was that why he'd let her kiss him?