My Holiday Mate

She Will Learn Her Place

John POV

Although Sarah and I have been together for quite some time, I have never perceived her as someone I want to commit to in the long term. While she was attractive and had a great physique, she lacked the qualities that challenge or inspire me. I found her to be somewhat weak and unengaging, which ultimately made the relationship unfulfilling.

I prefer my partner to be spirited, adventurous, and receptive to fulfilling my desires without hesitation or suspicion. Sarah, however, tends to be overly obedient and cautious, which makes her unsuitable as my partner.

The primary reason I have maintained a relationship with Sarah for such an extended period is that she presents an attractive image when I accompany her. Her striking appearance, combined with her exceptional conversational skills, elevates my own social standing. Sarah is especially ideal for professional events; showcasing her to my superiors tends to draw their attention towards me, which helps strengthen my visibility and influence. This strategic presentation has played a significant role in my career advancement, ultimately enabling me to secure my current position.

Over the past year, I’ve been unfaithful to Sarah by sleeping with numerous women, yet she never suspected a thing. However, today changed everything. I found myself at a point where I no longer cared if Sarah discovered my infidelity or not. The reason for this shift was because she was the reason I missed out on an important opportunity—to pitch my ideas to the board members. During the conversation, all six board members couldn’t take their eyes off Sarah; their attention was completely fixated on her, and as a result, I was overshadowed and ignored.

I was so overwhelmed with frustration that I abruptly left Sarah, seeking relief from my feelings by engaging in s*x with one of my coworkers, with whom I’ve been having occasional encounters. My entire attention was absorbed by my own c****x, so I didn’t notice Sarah entering the sitting area. She had caught me in the act with another woman, and strangely, I felt nothing. Honestly, I was actually glad she found out because her recent behavior had been increasingly irritating me.

I could clearly see that Sarah was furious, her anger simmering just beneath the surface. When she suddenly raised her hand in an attempt to slap me, instinctively, I had to assert myself to prevent her from crossing a line. What I didn't anticipate was that someone would unexpectedly interrupt my attempt to discipline her—something that would jeopardize my ongoing efforts to manage the situation. Even more surprising was that it was my boss who intervened, stepping in to shield Sarah from my attempt to assert authority. This unexpected interference caught me off guard, adding a layer of complexity to an already tense encounter.

I found myself at an impasse, uncertain about what my next move should be. While it wasn't Mr. Lawrence's concern about how I managed my personal relationship with my woman, I was well aware that he could jeopardize my position within the company if he chose to do so. Realizing the gravity of the situation, I knew I had to think clearly and strategically. At this moment, I decided to let my boss have this win, accepting the need to let Sarah walk away for now, even if it meant sacrificing something important to me.

After the Christmas Eve party wrapped up, I looked around eagerly for Sarah, but she was completely absent. I tried sending her several messages and called her multiple times, yet there was no response. It was uncharacteristic of her, even if she'd seen me with someone else.

If she refused to respond to my texts or calls, I knew I would have to go see her in person. To my surprise, after knocking multiple times at her apartment door, I realized she wasn't there. Where could she possibly be? I ended up sitting outside Sarah's apartment throughout the entire night and into the morning, waiting to catch a glimpse of her as she got off the elevator.

I was absolutely furious after spending so much time sleeping on the cold, hard hallway floor, all while waiting for her to arrive. To make matters worse, she completely ignored my texts and phone calls, showing a blatant disregard for my effort and patience. Her behavior has truly crossed a line, and I am determined to address her misconduct and set things right very soon..

I lost my temper entirely when Sarah finally got close enough to hear me and dared to talk back despite everything I had done to her. It was clear she was testing my patience, pushing me to my limit. Just as I was about to punish her for her insolence, once again my boss unexpectedly interfered in the situation. I couldn't understand why Mr. Lawrence was even there in the first place, intruding on a moment that should have been solely between Sarah and me.

Things didn’t quite add up. First, Mr. Lawrence unexpectedly intervened last night at the party, and now once again he’s involved. Is Sarah being unfaithful to me with my boss? I couldn’t stay to find out, so I stormed out of Sarah's building before risking my job. Mr. Lawrence had already threatened my position last night, but I’m determined to find a way to reclaim Sarah and confront my boss about this betrayal.

I don't have strong feelings about Sarah personally, but I still rely on her when it comes to maintaining my image. I was aiming for a higher position within the company, but with the current situation unfolding and my boss somehow involved, I am concerned that I may not receive the promotion I was expecting.

The only way I see to secure a higher position is by blackmailing Mr. Lawrence. However, another idea has come to mind as a means to achieve what I rightfully deserve. Sarah and Mr. Lawrence, be cautious and watch your backs. This isn't over yet