"Do you understand the repercussions of your choice?" Edwin's tone remained nonchalant, as it often did. Janet was well aware that he didn't harbor feelings for her, and this time, it struck a chord. They had been living together, building a life together for three months now, a period she had naively believed was more than just a fleeting passion for him. The realization was painful. With a steely resolve, she swallowed her hurt and confronted Edwin. "I do," she answered tersely but firmly. "You're being obstinate," Edwin replied, clearly annoyed by her stand. "Ms. Wilson, I'm open to your terms, but I cannot accept you as a secondary partner in anyone's relationship." Janet refused to budge from her principles. It all began on a rainy night when their paths crossed, and destiny intertwined. Unbeknownst to Janet, that encounter would not only cost her her innocence but also her heart. Yet, she held onto the belief that being someone's mistress was a line she would never cross.
