up and I looked at him questioningly. He came up behind me and took my fork from my hand, setting it on my plate. I felt him grab my hand as he pulled me off of my stool.
“What are you doing?” I asked, confused.
“This,” he said as he touched his mouth to mine and placed his hands on my waist. My heart jumped when I felt him pull me to him and how much he desired me. His tongue slid between my lips and I immediately opened my mouth, welcoming him. He groaned as his tongue dove in my mouth and turned his head, deepening the kiss.
Wrapping my arms around his neck, I allowed myself to let his amazing kisses strip me of all thought. His hand went to the back of my neck, pushing me even closer, and all sense left me as he started walking me to the couch.
The backs of my knees hit the couch as he pushed me down, landing on top of me. We continued kissing, our passion growing by the minute. I wanted him to touch me everywhere, but didn’t dare let him know at the moment. I didn’t want anything to ruin what we were doing.
He lifted his mouth and touched his forehead to mine, breathing fast. “Oh, Aly, you have no idea what you do to me, what you’ve always done to me,” he breathed.
I smiled up at him, running my fingers through his hair. I loved hearing that. I had no idea what was going to happen, but as I looked in his eyes, I shoved those thoughts aside and brought his head back down to mine for another amazing kiss.
I woke up the next morning, my stomach in knots. Today was the day I had to go back to work and be close to Paul. I had to stay strong because I couldn’t fall for his charms. I had the feeling he was going to put it on thick today so I had to be prepared.
I showered and dressed in a grey pencil skirt and royal blue fitted t-shirt in a lacy pattern. I decided not to put much effort into my appearance as I didn’t want to be noticeable, so I wore my hair straight down my shoulders and kept my makeup to mascara, light brown eye shadow, and gloss.
I pulled into the office-parking garage and took deep breaths. Why was I so nervous? I could handle Paul and Ethan was near if I needed him. Thinking about Ethan made me smile and I was still stunned at the turn of events in our relationship. He has been so cute with me, so patient. I thought back to when he left last night and warned me again about Paul. I knew he was nervous and I was sure a part of that was insecurity. I tried my best to calm him, but I wouldn’t lie. I still had feelings for Paul and needed to figure everything out.
I walked inside and immediately everyone welcomed me back, asking if I was okay. I nodded and told them things were fine. It didn’t appear anyone was aware of the real reason I was away so that made me feel a little better as I had worried a bit about the rumor mill, but so far that didn’t seem to be the case.
I got to my desk and put my purse down. Sighing, I sat down on my chair and stared around me. This place was my second home and everything about it reminded me of Paul and better times. The thought of going into his office, where everything happened, made me start to perspire and feel sick. How could I face the place that I had my happiest and most horrifying moments?
Pushing those thoughts aside, I booted up my computer. Immersing myself into my job would help. No more thinking about what happened, or I’d run screaming from the building and never come back.
Opening my email, I saw there was one from Norman.
Hi Aly—
We’ve had a change of plans. Sean Halliday will be heading in your direction for a job on Friday and would rather meet with you and Paul then. He said sometime after 10:00am would be best. Will this work for you both? I will be coming with him too.
Thank you,
Norman
I was very relieved to read that. It meant that Paul and I would not have to travel to Brewerton together. I checked Paul’s schedule and was glad to see