The Paradise Problem
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I’d always been fascinated with the perfect beauty mark just above her lip. Unfortunately, right now she looks like she’s fallen out of a tree and crawled through a field of tangly briers to get back to her apartment.
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When it comes down to it, there’s absolutely no question. I’ll dress like a Kardashian and act like a fembot in a heartbeat if it means I can take care of my dad.
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Vivi whistles and motions to my bikini area. “Rich ladies lack wrinkles, self-awareness, and body hair.”
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She leans forward and hugs me. “This is going to be a disaster. I’m so excited!”
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Anna whistles. “Let’s hope that’s enough to keep him silent.” “If it’s not, I’ll kill him.” I feel her looking at me for a quiet beat. “I think you’re joking. I’m not sure.” Anna downs the rest of her prosecco. “A hint of danger. I like it.”
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“Raymond Weston never met a nepo baby he didn’t like.”
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My mind whispers, Celebrities, they’re just like us!
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She’ll drink like a fish, but you should never have more than two drinks per evening. Smile a lot. Don’t ever finish what’s on your plate, even if I do.” “Exactly how far back in history would you like me to go? Will I still be able to vote?”
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There’s a real Isle Esme feel to the decor (if you know, you know),
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Isle Esme vibes or not, there will be no headboard breaking here.
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Where is West? Did he go and sacrifice a virgin on my behalf? If so, it was not necessary but so appreciated.
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“Trying to read my mind?” he asks after a few moments of silence, lifting one side of his mouth in a smile. “Just ask.” Just ask. The two sexiest words ever spoken by an unreadable man.
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I am a sex demon in disguise. I am a fembot with only one program. I am only seconds away from licking the residue of sweat from his chest.
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The pampering lasts about three hours, and at the end of it, I smell amazing and am slippery enough to fit through a boba straw.
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“Even if you told me the offer was all fake, and you don’t actually have two nickels to rub together,” I tell him, “I’d still stay and help you pull this off. I’m your ride-or-die, West Weston.”
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He nods, a small smile curling his lips. “Collaborators with benefits.”
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“You may have noticed that I sparkle in the sunlight. That my skin is like marble.” I pause. “This is the skin of a killer.”
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“Other than you, standing here in my living room, these paintings are the most beautiful things I’ve ever seen.”
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“Are you saying you love me, Anna Green?” “I’m saying I love you madly, West Weston.”