Falling For My Ex's Dad by Oma Green

Clairessa’s POV

Chapter 19: The Move

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I angrily tossed my box of belongings onto the table, scattering files and other items across the surface. The office was spacious, with a giant window offering a stunning view of the city. It was much more impressive than my former small office–exactly the dream office I had imagined countless times in the past.

But as much as I admired the space, I was even more upset with Gabriel’s authoritative behavior. The tender man I had seen over the weekend was gone, replaced by the cold, commanding version I knew all too well.

He didn’t even bother to ask how I was doing. Instead, he demanded that I relocate to an office on his floor. Maybe I should be excited to be on the CEO’s floor, but I knew it was all about control. Gabriel wanted to prove that he could still order me around as though I was a teenager. I struggled to understand why he was so upset, enough to come looking for me in my office on the second floor–a place I was sure he had never visited before.

I reached into the box, pulling out files and the rest of my belongings, but I paused when I came across a tiny, sentimental box–a gift from my parents when I got accepted into college. I held it close to my heart, remembering how it had become my good luck charm. I carefully placed it on my desk, making sure it looked just right.

My parents had worked so hard to send me to college. They had always been supportive of my career and proud of me. I wouldn’t be where I was without them, but I couldn’t bear to think about what they would say if they knew I was no longer their sweet little Claire but a woman now attracted to my ex’s father.

Instead of feeling guilt, all I felt was an untamed passion that longed to be explored. Gone was the good girl they had raised. I used to believe in fairy tales, dreaming of a simple, quiet life with the man I loved and a family of my own, just like my parents had.

But now, all of that seemed so naive, replaced by a raging desire for… Gabriel.

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infuriate and excite me at the same time? The

Clairessa,” Sandy’s voice pulled me

Sandy,” I replied, quickly sitting

to check in on you and see how you’re settling into your new office,” she

my footing, honestly,” I admitted, my voice

in just fine,” she reassured me, her

I said, returning a weak

a seat in front of my desk, “you’re smart, and you’re doing a great job. Many staff members have been

have Gabriel’s attention? Or was it just my app?

your app, great work on that,” Sandy added. “I’m impressed by your intelligence and dedication. I’m sure Mr. Storm

I said, genuinely grateful

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Storm informed me that you’ll now be working closely with him and

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to oversee my work, I thought he

an early promotion and a great opportunity. Only a few junior staff members ever get the chance to work directly with the CEO. I’ll assist you in any way

closely with Gabriel, the very man

to go now, but remember, Mr. Storm doesn’t tolerate insubordination or laziness. Just follow his rules to the letter, and you’ll be fine.