After the CEO Divorced Me, He Wants Me Back

"Drink a little-it'll help," Sidney said softly, holding the water bottle closer to her.

Maria looked at the water being offered, then took it from his hand, sipping it slowly. As she drank, Sidney's eyes never left her, studying her quietly.

Neither of them spoke for the rest of the drive.

When the car finally came to a stop, the driver announced, "We're here."

Sidney turned to her. "I'll walk you up."

Maria didn't object, and they stepped out into the cool night. The breeze was crisp, refreshing after the warmth of the villa, and they walked in silence. Maria moved at a leisurely pace ahead, while Sidney followed closely behind, his gaze fixed on her, growing more intense with each step.

Suddenly, Maria stopped.

Sidney halted too, watching her carefully, waiting for her next move.

She turned to face him, a playful smile on her lips, her hands resting casually behind her back. "After going to Selena's wedding today, I realized... maybe marriage isn't so bad after all." Sidney's heart began to race.

played around for a long time, and I've thought about what you said before. Maybe it's time for us to..." Sidney's breath caught, his entire body tensing as a mix of excitement and anxiety coursed through

going to say? Would she accept his feelings? Or would she turn him

Maria's voice floated through the air, almost casual

Sidney blinked, stunned. "What?"

smile widening. "I'm saying we could get married, you know, love each other after.

to process what

at him, her tone teasing but steady. "Do I

was overwhelmed, his thoughts spinning as he tried to keep his composure. "Maria, you've had some drinks tonight. I'll remember everything you've said; but how about this-if you still feel the same tomorrow

smiled and

a shockwave through him as

followed her like he was on autopilot, his mind stuck on one word: marriage. Not dating-she was ready to jump straight to the finish line. His heartbeat pounded in his chest, erratic,

Sidney found himself standing in her living room, still dazed. He watched as she bent

graceful curve of her waist down to her hips, catching the gentle arc as

Sidney's hand reached out, gripping