Chasing Heartbreak (Dark Love #6) - Kat T. Masen Page 0,50

Lucky for you, you missed my multiple breakdowns during operation ‘let’s win Charlotte back.’ Kate endured it all. She saw me at my absolute worst, the only person at the time who got through to me. You know what you got to do, so just do it. No more questions.”

“Yeah, Kate’s good like that.” I smile fondly. “The whole different continent thing doesn’t help. I guess, for now, I have to park that situation. It’s not like I can go back anytime soon, and she has a job she can’t exactly leave.”

“You know what you want, don’t let anyone else stop you from getting just that,” he says, wisely.

I nod my head in agreement. Although Lex is married to Charlie, I consider him like an older brother. He just understands me and never judges my poor life decisions.

“Are you really working? Or in here escaping Eric?”

Lex chuckles. “A bit of both. So, have you thought more about the offer?”

For the last two years, I’ve worked on some side projects with Lex. As much as I enjoy working for Lantern Publishing, I’ve outgrown the role as West Coast Operations Manager.

“I have, and it’s a great opportunity.”

“But?”

“No buts. I’m concerned about leaving Haden short, especially since we have a massive increase in sales, and demand is outweighing supply right now.”

“Listen, you leave Haden and Lantern Publishing to me. We’ll find someone suitable to replace you. As for you, you’ve peaked in that role. I have trust that you can drive this sector of Lexed. You’ve proven yourself no matter what’s been thrown at you.”

The respect of Lex isn’t something anyone should take for granted. He’s a mogul, a self-made billionaire.

“I’ll get my lawyer on the contract,” I joke.

“Your lawyer helped me draw the contract,” he admits, openly. “If I’m low-balling you, blame her.”

This opportunity is more than just a job offer. It would set me up for life. Although I’m financially comfortable having kept my condo back in Boston and another in downtown LA, my new place in Malibu set me back. The divorce with Morgan isn’t finalized with some loose matters still pending, and it won’t surprise me if she tries to ask for alimony.

“So, is that a yes?”

I extend my hand to shake on it.

“Welcome to the team, Noah.”

Lex pulls out the Macallan as we toast to the news before going over some details. Throwing my head into work is a stress reliever until Charlie walks in and makes herself comfortable on Lex’s lap. Those two don’t bother me as much anymore. I’ve learned to shut out their romantic behavior in my presence as long as clothes remain on and hands are in full view.

“I’m assuming congratulations are in order?” Charlie grins, knowingly.

“It’ll be some challenge.”

“Since when have you ever backed down from a challenge? Remember when we were kids, and I’d set up all these stunts in our backyard like jumping off the tree onto the trampoline? And whoever did it in the quickest time won?”

“I remember,” I scoff, rolling my eyes. “It cost me a fractured wrist.”

“Sorry about that.”

“Thank God I was a kid. Could’ve been detrimental as an adult.”

“Ew, gross.” Charlie drags while cringing. “Anyway, back there, in the kitchen, was that true? About Kate?”

“Why would I lie?”

Charlie eyes me the same time Lex raises his brow.

“Apparently, Dominic is besties with Eric all of sudden and asked about Noah and Kate, specifically if they’ve been intimate,” Charlie tells Lex.

“So basically, he’s asking if you’re fucking because the prick’s jealous?” Lex asserts, keeping his expression blank.

I purse my lips, keeping my mouth shut.

“Why do men have to be so frustrating,” Charlie complains, throwing her hands in the air. “Just say how you feel, get over yourself, and it doesn’t matter whether another man is jealous or not. If it’s you she wants, then that’s all that matters.”

“You’re her best friend, you tell me?”

“When it comes to the subject of you, dear cousin, Kate is a very closed book.”

“It’s not as simple as you make it out to be,” I quickly interject. “For starters, we have a geographical issue.”

“So? Lex lived in London when we reunited.”

“True,” Lex agrees. “I’d have gone anywhere to be with you, no questions asked.”

Charlie pouts, lovingly wrapping her arms around Lex’s neck. “Aw… baby.”

“Okay, you two are making me sick. But seriously, it’s all too complicated right now. I need time to think.”

“Then think, but if I were you, I wouldn’t leave it too long, especially when someone else is desperate to get his