Divorce to Destiny: Reclaiming My CEO Husband novel Chapter 271

271 Lance’s Proposition 

(Winona) 

“You and me, no strings attached. Just fun. You’ve got a hall pass, right? No one would be better at showing you what you’re missing.” 

I laugh, shaking my head, though the alcohol is making everything seem lighter, less serious than it should be. “You’re insane.” 

“Think about it,” Lance presses, his voice smooth, persuasive. “I’m not talking about love. This isn’t about some emotional thing.” 

He’s joking right? 

“You deserve someone who can take you places you haven’t been yet. Someone you already know you trust.” 

“Lance…” I start, trying to form a response that will shut him down without making things awkward. 

“Come on, Winona. You’re curious, I can see it in your eyes. You and I both know we’re not made for a relationship, but I can give you a damn good time.” 

I’m about to brush him off again, but something in the way he says it makes me pause. The words are sliding into my brain, coaxing thoughts I probably shouldn’t be having. 

Lance is, well, Lance–sexy, confident, and more than a little tempting. 

He’s always been like that, the guy who could walk into a room and have every woman’s attention without even trying. 

And me? I’ve always been the one who’s untouchable to him because of Jayden. But now… there’s this hall pass. 

I can feel the heat rising in my chest. Part of me wants to laugh this whole thing off, but another part… another part is seriously considering it. 

“Lance,” I say, my voice quieter now, more serious, “you’ve always been wild, but this…” 

“This is your chance to see what you’ve been missing. His voice drops lower, almost a whisper, the kind of voice you use when you’re making promises you know you can’t keep. “No risk, no love, just pure, raw fun.” 

His eyes flick to my lips, and for a split second, I wonder what it would be like to cross that line. It’s not like Lance is wrong. He’s experienced. 

“Let me guess,” I say, half–joking, trying to regain some ground. “You’ve been with a hundred women and they all gave you five–star reviews?” 

He grins, his hand moving to the small of my back. “Closer to five hundred. And trust me, I’ve learned from the best. I’ve had coaching from girls who like girls. I know how to make sure it’s all about you.” 

1 laugh, despite myself. “You’re seriously using that line?” 

“No line,” he says, his voice as smooth as ever. “I’m just telling you the truth. I know what I’m doing, and I 

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271 Lance’s Proposition 

promise you, no one knows a woman’s body like I do. I can show you. I’ll make you feel things you didn’t even know were possible.” 

There’s a glint in his eyes now, one that says this isn’t just some drunken flirtation. He’s serious. He genuinely believes he can give me something I’ve never had before. 

And the scary part is, he’s probably right. 

He leans in a little closer, his breath warm against my ear. “Hell, if you want, I can even arrange for another woman to join you. You ever wondered what that’s like? I can make it happen, no judgment, no strings. Just fun.” 

I blink, caught off guard by the offer. A threesome? The idea makes my heart race, not because I’m seriously considering it, but because I’ve never had anyone offer something like that so casually, so confidently. 

“Lance, you’re messed up,” I say, shaking my head, but there’s no denying the heat in my cheeks. “What would Jayden say? He’s your best friend.” 

“He won’t know unless you tell him. I’m actually doing him a favor. Better than you getting risky and being with strangers. There’s some real weirdos out there.” 

“You are such a saint.” 

He grins, leaning back just enough to look into my eyes “I’m just giving you an option that’s safe. No risk, no drama, no one has to know.” 

The idea lingers in the air between us, thick and heavy. I know I shouldn’t be considering this. I love Jayden, and I know I want to marry him, but this hall pass… it’s opened doors I never thought I’d walk through. 

And Lance? He’s not just any guy. He’s someone I trust, someone who knows me, someone who could show me a side of myself I’ve never explored. 

Before I can respond, Lisa comes back from the bathroom, fixing her hair and already laughing. “What are you two whispering about? You look like you’re plotting something.” 

She leans in and kisses Lance’s cheek. They almost had something once. I think it’s all water under the bridge now. There’s no way I’m going to break Lisa’s heart if she’s still hung up on him.