FANTASY

One Wild Night

One Wild Night by Miss_Behaviour is a fantasy novel. Lucinda Perry, a social recluse and a workaholic, makes a pledge to herself to go all wild on her twenty-fifth birthday and even score a one night stand if she gets her long deserved promotion at work. Few days to her twenty-fifth birthday, she gets promoted to not just a higher position but to the head office in a different city. Read One Wild Night Blurb Below.

One Wild Night Blurb

Lucinda Perry, a name synonymous with dedication and efficiency at Perry & Sons, was the epitome of a controlled life. Paperwork was her battlefield, coffee her fuel, and spreadsheets her conquests. At 24, she was already a rising star, a workaholic extraordinaire who thrived on predictability and order. But beneath the meticulously organized facade, a tiny, rebellious ember flickered. It yearned for a life beyond spreadsheets and budget reports. It craved spontaneity, a splash of chaos in the otherwise beige canvas of her life.

Her 25th birthday loomed, a milestone that ignited this slumbering ember. Fueled by a birthday resolution pact with her inner wild child, Lucinda made a daring vow – a promotion and a one-night stand. The promotion, a tangible reward for her relentless efforts, seemed attainable. But the one-night stand? In Lucinda’s world of neatly categorized emotions and social anxiety, it felt like attempting a moonwalk on Mars.

Then, a miracle. Not a religious one, but a corporate one. Her boss, the ever-stern Mr. Thompson, recognized her tireless work ethic and announced a promotion – not just a step up, but a leap. Lucinda, the small-town girl with big dreams, was now the Head of Regional Operations, relocating to the bustling metropolis of Ashton City.

Ashton City, with its neon-drenched streets and pulsating nightlife, was the antithesis of Lucinda’s quiet life. It was intimidating, a kaleidoscope of chaos compared to her monochrome routine. Yet, it also presented an unexpected opportunity – a chance to fulfill her birthday pact in a city where anonymity reigned supreme.

Her 25th birthday arrived, a quiet affair amidst the unpacking chaos. But as dusk painted the cityscape with hues of orange and purple, an unfamiliar voice within her urged her to step outside her comfort zone. With a pounding heart and a hastily scribbled “To Do” list tucked in her pocket – yes, it included “have a one-night stand” – Lucinda found herself at “The Siren’s Call,” a club notorious for its high-octane music and even higher concentration of beautiful people.

Across the crowded dance floor, a man caught her eye. Thomas Hank, a handsome enigma with a mischievous smile, noticed her too. He saw the unfamiliarity in her eyes, the nervous energy radiating from her tightly wound frame. Intrigued by this woman so out of place, he approached her, drawn not by her looks (though they were certainly captivating), but by the vulnerability masked by forced confidence.

Their conversation flowed, a surprising ease erasing Lucinda’s initial awkwardness. As the night deepened, Thomas, a seasoned player himself, noticed the list peeking from Lucinda’s pocket. Amused by the audaciousness of it all, he saw an opportunity to play a little game. Thomas, burdened by his own past experiences with women attracted only to his wealth and social standing, yearned for a genuine connection. He decided to test Lucinda, to see if she was different, if she could see past the surface. He offered himself as the one-night stand she so desperately craved.

Lucinda, fueled by a potent mix of birthday cocktails and the thrill of anonymity, was tempted. Here was her chance, a chance to tick that wild box on her list. But as she gazed into Thomas’s eyes, something shifted. The desire for a one-night stand morphed into a spark of genuine interest. She found herself drawn to his wit and the hint of vulnerability hidden beneath his charming facade.

This wasn’t the way either of them expected the night to go. For Lucinda, it was a detour into uncharted territory, a thrilling exploration of desires she didn’t know she possessed. For Thomas, it was a delightful surprise, a chance to be seen for who he truly was, not his bank account.

As dawn painted the horizon with a soft pink glow, they found themselves not in a hotel room, but on a park bench, sharing dreams and anxieties under the pale light of a streetlamp. The one-night stand had evolved into a connection that promised more.