A One Night Stand With Damien Smith

er as she blinked against the morning light filtering through the curtains. It took her a moment to realise she was

rested now just a memory, as he wasn't there. She became confused and disappointed washed, as she struggled to recall the events of the previous n

k. After hastily dressing, Blaire stood in front of the mirror, checking out her reflection. Who was she now, after e

. Well, he was a stranger, there sho

way down to the reception counter. The hotel lobby was quie

ce more calm than she felt. "I

y smile. "You're all set, Miss. Your bill

usion creeping in. "

yes flaunting with recognition. "He checked out early this morning. You m

een a stranger, a momentary flash in her otherwise ordinary life. Disappointment curled in her chest as she realised that the stranger from the p

r skin. She felt a mixture of longing and loss as she stepped onto the b

e entrance of the mansion was before him, the marble floors and ornate chandeliers starkly contr

, welcome home." the serv

om, the luxurious surroundings feeling strange as he replayed his time wit

routine felt unfilled. He headed downstairs, the aroma of brea

ing. "There you are," his father said, glancing up. "We need to discuss your upcoming m

e thought of marrying Gina felt suffocating, especially after the exciting connection he'd felt with Blaire. He

ad, Damien has been anticipating that moment. I ca

xpectations and his impending marriage imposed over him like a dark cloud, leaving him feeling trapped. He couldn't shake the