Billionaires: Second Chance at Love Read Free

they even got to kiss whenever Jessica was around to see them.
    She knew that it was just a game, but she played to win. In this case, she was going to end up marrying the man she loved. One of her mottos in life was to always keep her enemies close. In this case, her biggest rival and enemy was Jessica.
    Seeing them together, filled her with more jealousy than ever, but she was not going to let that show. James was her boss and he was keeping his distance just the way she asked him to. It was painful enough to see him every day with a different young lady but now it was almost unbearable. Whenever he saw Annabelle, he would rush to give her a hug and a soft kiss on the lips. Jessica tried hard to look away but she couldn’t help herself. It was almost like she was a masochist. The first time she saw them together, she had to run into the bathroom where she could cry in privacy. 
    No matter how jealous she was, Jessica had to admit that Annabelle was perfect for James. She was beautiful, classy and rich. With all her modesty, Jessica was well aware of her good looks. Men kept on reminding her of her beauty every day, but she knew this was not enough for a man like James. Now she understood why he had to pretend to be poor when he first met her. It was clear to her that he did not want a poor woman next to him. She was good enough for one night, but that was it. Annabelle on the other hand had the whole package.
    One day Annabelle came by the office when she knew James was out of town for a business meeting.
    “Hello, Annabelle. James is not here,” said Jessica, surprised to see her at the office.
    “Oh! Silly me, I totally forgot he has that meeting today. But since I am already here and I need a lunch buddy, what do you say? Do you have some free time? If you are too busy, don’t worry. I am your boss’s girlfriend, so I can put a good word,” said Annabelle, smiling.
    “Yes, sure. I have my free lunch hour now. I would love to have lunch with you.”
    Jessica was honored because she had a lot to learn from a woman like Annabelle. Deep down she knew that no matter how much money she might have one day, it would be impossible to become as classy as Annabelle. They came from different worlds. It was amazing that Annabelle even paid any attention to her. They talked like old friends and although it put pain in her heart, it was clear to her why James seemed to be so in love with Anabelle. In her mind, there was no competition between them. She could never compare herself to such a woman.
    From that day on, they became best friends. At least that was what Jessica thought. In reality, Annabelle wanted to learn everything about her, most of all her weaknesses. She had no idea what the plan was, but it was important to keep an eye on her. Making Jessica believe she was a true friend earned her loyalty. Jessica was now ashamed of her feelings for James. How could she want her friend’s boyfriend? By desiring him, she felt that she was betraying her best friend. She had no idea that this was exactly what her new friend wanted.
    “Why are you spending so much time with Jess? This was not part of the plan.”
    “Think about it. If I am her friend I can talk you up. She doesn’t have a very good impression of you so far. I can help with that.”
    “Okay. Make sure you tell her what an amazing man I am.”
    Annabelle did the exact opposite. With every chance she had, she invented negative things to say about James. She painted such a detailed picture that Jessica was starting to believe her. Even so, she could not help loving him. Sometimes she could see him staring at her. In his eyes, she saw a different man. He didn’t look at all like the jerk Annabelle was describing. One day they had to work late and they were the last two left in the office. James took that opportunity to make his move. At first, he touched her hand seemingly by accident. That simple touch sent shivers down her back. The sexual tension between them