Chapter 9

Nick's POV.

"Do you have gold buried in there ?" She asked as soon as we got out of the car.

Why would she think that?

" What? No. Why?"

" Well you have so much security I'm starting to think you do."

I laughed." There can never be enough security and plus I do have expensive art pieces and chinaware in there."

" Hmm makes sense. Okay." She said smiling and she looked so beautiful looking at me with her bright eyes in the dark. The lights illuminated her face and she looked flawless. Like something that could be on a canvas. I then realized just how short she is. Not too short but I'm a head taller than she is.

" Are we gonna stand here all night? Shouldn't we go in?" She asks breaking my thoughts. Shit. I probably stared too long .

" Yeah yea, come on" I said walking ahead of her.

"Oh my God! Do you know what a bungalow is? This is a mansion! No it's a freakin' villa!" She exclaimed once we got in. She gazed around in awe.

" You like it? I'll give you a tour tomorrow but right now, I'll just show you your room okay?" I told her and took her suitcase from her hand and started pulling it. I took her to the room across mine and she stepped into it.

" Do you , um do you like it?" I asked nervously.

Shit! I'm losing my game . When did I ever stutter or get nervous around women? Only Ariane makes me feel this way.

I want her to like it. I like how her eyes brighten and her mood changes when she's happy and her smile is a little wider. Like the way she reacted when I gave her the cap and bracelet at the airport . I want to be the reason why she smiles Like that.

" So.." I prodded since she still kept looking at the room. I hope that architect did a good job or he better consider himself jobless for the rest of his goddamn life.

" Like it? Are you crazy?"

Fuck I knew it. She hates it. I'm going to decapitate him before I fire his stupid ass. Fucking moron..

" I love it!" She squealed jumping on the bed and I released a breath I didn't know I was holding. I couldn't help but watch as she jumped on her bed like a little kid. Difference is, little kids don't have boobs that keep swinging up and down.

Holy shit , I can't start having a cold shower now. Later in the night but not now.

" Well I'm glad you do. Freshen up and come downstairs for dinner. Everything is here but if you need anything just call me. I can even help you into the shower." I said jokingly and winked and she blushed profusely.

I really wasn't joking about the shower thing.

In fact I'd be thrilled if she said yes.

In your dreams DeMorgane.

Definitely in my goddamn dreams..

"Thank you Nick . For everything." She said with a small smile and red cheeks.

Cute.

" Yeah. Come down when your done." I said and walked out.

I forgot to ask what she would like to eat. I opened the door to ask her and she had just taken off her top and was only in her black bra and jeans.

Fuck Fuck Fuck!

I couldn't take my eyes off her as she looked so shocked and tried shielding her twin mounds with her hands. "Nick!" She shrieked and blushed and my eyes still stayed planted on her heavenly boobs.

I told you they're always looking at me. Not the other way round.

" I, just wanted to ask what you'd like..." I said still sweeping my gaze over her.

" Anything! Just go!" She said with her whole face red.

I looked at her one more time before stepping out and shutting the door . Fuck! I'll be needing that shower sooner than later.

That image will forever be planted in my brain. Not too big, just fucking perfect. Enough ..

Holy..

I better get that damn dinner ready before I start thinking of a different meal. Precisely the one upstairs, probably in the shower.

Dinner . Dinner. Make dinner.

I got to work. I made a meal that was easy and that'd she'd like. Hopefully. People don't usually think I can cook as a 28 year old businessman but I do 'cause I live alone and I don't mean to be cocky but I'm pretty fucking good at it.

Not cocky at all.

Whatever. I sent all the cooks and maids away though. They'll be here tomorrow to continue but for tonight it's just us. Just me and Ariane.

Nick and Ariane.

That sounds sappy as fuck.

It's been a while since I cooked. I really hope she likes it. I found myself making her favorite dish for Ariane. She loved it more than anything and I knew how to make it to my fingertips.

I sat on the table waiting for Ariane to come down. What the hell is taking her so long? Does she have to wear makeup or something?

"Girls.." I muttered silently while thinking of her. She's so beautiful with her beautiful eyes..

" Nick" I heard her saying and her voice was so sweet and sensual.

"Nick." Again and again she kept on saying my name.

"Nick!" She yelled and I quickly jolted. Ah shit! I fell asleep. Was that all a dream? I remember thinking of her eyes before I fell asleep and when I woke up, that's exactly what I saw.

I sat up and looked at her and I lost it. Fuck she was beautiful. Not wearing even an ounce of makeup. Her brown hair looked curly and damp. She was wearing Minnie Mouse pyjama top and matching pink shorts.( I know 'cause of Zoey).

She's a fucking temptress. Seductress. She's just a few inches away from me. What the hell was she thinking? She's not wearing a freaking bra! I can see her supple nipples and I'm dying to have them.

For Christ 'sake! Does she want me to take her on this table? Fuck!

Thank God this damn table cloth is long enough to cover my arousal. I think she wants me to die of frustration during this trip.

She cleared her throat and was obviously uncomfortable cause of my intent stare. I don't see why I should hide my appetite and appreciation for her. Shameless but I don't care.

" Let's, let's eat" I said still high off her appearance.

She's fucking gorgeous. Especially when she's blushing. Like right now. She's been blushing a lot lately. Not that I mind.

She sat down and stared at her food and I was watching her to see if she likes it. She took a bite and closed her eyes moaning.

Holy Fucking Shit.

If it wasn't hard enough..

" Hmm. Did you make this?" She asked swallowing.

" Yeah. Do you like it?" I asked hopefully.

" Yup. It's really good. I didn't know you could cook." She said looking impressed. I was happy she liked it but I just had to keep looking at her face to avoid my gaze from going down to her nipples.

" Well I can. I had to learn sometime in my life 'cause I was living alone." I told her.

" This tastes so heavenly."

"... will you cook for me some other time ?" She added hopefully.

I don't cook for women but I'd gladly do that for you Ariane.

That sounds so fucking weird.

"Of course. Anything in particular?"

" No no. I'm not too picky. I'm just allergic to shellfish and I hate onions."

" I love onions."

" Oh. I could always just give them to you." She said with a small smile. " Oh there's something on the side of your mouth." She said standing up with a napkin and cleaning the side of my mouth.

Look at her eyes Nick. Look at them. Not her goddamn tits.

Yeah I couldn't do that. They touched lightly against my chest ..I looked up and she was already looking at me. Why does she have such an effect on me? It's almost unbelievable.

" Uh, um.. s-sorry." She said looking embarrassed and went back to her seat.

" Thanks." I told her because I couldn't muster any other reasonable thing when I could still feel her touch on my body. I'd just look stupid.

" I shouldn't have ruined your anniversary." I said giving her a somewhat apology. I don't apologize. 'Sorry' is just not in my vocabulary. Especially when it comes to women. I'm absolutely not sorry for ruining her stupid anniversary with some asshole. The thought even made me mad.

She just smiled and looked at me with bright eyes and continued eating.

Dinner continued smoothly. We made small talk and she kept smiling at me making me harder than I was.

" What's your boyfriend's name?" I asked her in the middle of our discussion. I didn't like the fact that she had one but I would do a background check on him and see what the fucker does.

She was about answering when my cell phone rang and I saw her look at it.

Wrong timing Alyssa!

" You should take it. Go ahead."

" It can wait.."

" No. Just pick up the call. I'll just clear the plates." She said and I knew I had to deal with Alyssa or I wouldn't hear the end of it.

" You don't need to do that. Just stay still. I'll be right back. Excuse me." I told her but she stood up anyway.

" I said stay still. Just give me a few minutes." I told her sternly and she frowned but sat down anyway.

Good girl.

I went to the balcony and picked up the call.

" What do you want?" I barked immediately.

" Is that how you answer me Nicholas?" She purred but I could sense the irritation in her voice .

" I'm busy Alyssa. Make it quick ." I said angrily. I hate that she interrupted me.

" What's going on with you? You've been so aloof lately. Ever since that bitch started working..."

I lost it at that word.

" Stop. Just fucking stop." I told her dangerously.

" Why Nicholas? Are you fucking her?!" She asked venomously.

How I wish.

Well Alyssa started throwing her bitch-fit over the phone and it took me about 57 minutes to get her to shut the fuck up or she wouldn't leave me alone. I hung up soon after and went to check on Ariane and she wasn't there.

I told her to wait for me!

The dishes were done and the table was cleared. I looked around and found her in the living room.

She was sleeping with her mouth slightly open. Fuck! I'm such a douche. I shouldn't have talked to Alyssa for so long. I shouldn't have answered the stupid call in the first place.

While she was asleep , I took my time to take my eyes over her body intensely. She probably felt it cause she stirred. But dammit, she's beautiful.

I grabbed a blanket and covered her. I'll take her to her bedroom when I'm done with work. I brought my laptop and took a seat by her. I was working but my mind kept on drifting back to her. I decided to take a break.

2 glasses of water later and I still can't concentrate. I leaned back and just closed my eyes for a bit.

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I woke up with a jolt. Sweating and panting again. The same dream. Every single time. Just a very different face than I'm used to. I woke up and looked at my watch.

5:05.

I guess I fell asleep in the living room. Ariane was just close and it must be the reason I saw her in my dreams. Again.

She's still fast asleep. So I decided to go for a run while she's still asleep. I gingerly kiss her forehead and head out.

After my run, I check the time and it's 6:30. Did I run that long? I didn't even notice. She's still asleep and it kinda reminds me of some dumb fairytale of a princess sleeping and a prince kisses her.

She does look like sleeping beauty. But just more beautiful.

And I wouldn't kiss her. I'd ravish her.

Fuck! Am I calling myself her prince?

I got into the kitchen and saw the maid already in there. "Morning Mr.DeMorgane." The oldest maid greeted and the others stopped what they were doing and greeted too.

I acknowledged with a nod. " Selina, I'm making breakfast today. You can do something else." I told her

I didn't miss the shocked looks and the gasps.

"Are you sure?"

" Yes. Now you can all leave." I said with a little more force and they all scurried away.

I started making the eggs once they left just when I got a phone call.

I really hope it's not that blonde bitch. I won't be able to withhold my temper today. Fortunately or unfortunately, it's my sister Zoey. I pick up the FaceTime call and her always cheerful face showed up.

"Nicky!" She screamed and I reduced the volume so she doesn't wake Ariane up.

" Hey big head. How are ya?"

" I'm good small dic-" she trailed off

" Don't you dare finish that sentence or I'm cutting your weekly allowance." I told her threateningly. Empty threats and you know it.

" Haha" she laughed " Empty threats baby brother." She added reading my mind

" I'm older than you."

" Whatever." She said rolling her eyes. " Mom! Come see your ugly son!" She said readjusting the phone so I could see mom.

" Hi Nicholas. How are you?" She said looking happy.

" I'm doing great mom. Where's dad?"

" He's in some meeting. When are you coming to visit son? I miss you a lot. How is work ? How is Alyssa ?" She ranted away.

"Mom relax. That's a lot of questions to answer in a second. Relax. Your already getting wrinkles." I told her

" Are you calling me old, son?" She asked frowning a little.

" No , I just said your getting wrinkles." I said smiling and she smiled back .

" Ma, can you go check the omelettes? I think they're burning already. Go! go!" She said shooing her away and she left immediately. I could even see the smoke .

" So Nick, did you get my thing from B... ahhh! Who's that gorgeous girl behind you? And she's even wearing Minnie pjs! Nick you should totally marry her. She's so beautiful..." I turned and saw what she was looking at and indeed it was a beautiful sight . Ariane was standing behind me looking confused with her messy bed hair.

Her top was half way up her stomach and she didn't even seem to notice. I just hope Zoey doesn't get the wrong idea. Plus her shorts were really short .

Not that I minded.

" So ? Who is she? Hiiii!" Zoey sais again and I didn't even turn to look at her. My eyes were trained on Ariane.

" Uh, I-I didn't mean to interrupt..."

" No no no! I'm not one of his whores. Don't leave. I'm his beautiful amazing sweet great.."

" Don't you think your exaggerating?" I asked facing her again.

" Shut up. As I was saying, I'm his wonderful sister. My name is Zoey." She said and flashed a beautiful smile.

" You can call me Zo, Zozo, Zee or .."

" Big head."

" Ughh! I hate you Nick! Your lucky I'm not telling her you hav a small di-"

" Shut the fuck up." I said and I noticed Ariane sneaking out to her room.

" See! You scared her!" I said feigning anger.

" Oh , I'm sorry. I didn't mean to. Well she looks nicer than Alyssa the hoe." She said apologetically.

" Zoey!" I heard mom reprimand her from a distance.

" What? It's true mom. Even dad knows that." She said rolling her eyes. " And why can he cuss and I can't?"

" I'll just call you guys back. Bye." I said and hung up immediately before she could say a word.

I bet Ariane is so embarrassed right now. I finish making our breakfast when she saunters down the stairs in peach colored trousers with a matching top.

Bloody hell.

She looks so damn sexy.

"Uh um, good morning." She said once she was seated.

" Morning. Did you have a good sleep?"

" Yeah. I did. Did you?"

Not at all. I kept dreaming of you. In my bed. Shower. Counter. Every fucking where.

"Great." I lied. " I didn't mean to keep you up last night. It's just Alyssa.."

" It's fine. She's your girlfriend so you have to always attend to her. It doesn't matter." She said dismissively. I don't like her tone but I'll let it slide today.

" What meetings do we have today?" She asked soon after in a professional tone.

Shit! How am I supposed to tell her that this isn't a business trip but more of a personal one. She'd be mad and she'll ignore me the whole time.

I don't want to sound like a kid, but I fucking hate when she ignores me.

" Um with Mr. Leone of DiVaio Corp. I'll just go get ready. Eat up. I hope you like it." I said and rushed into the room to get a shower and get dressed .

I came downstairs and she was already done. " Ready?"

" Yeah." She said smiling.

" Let's go." I said walking behind her with my hand at the small of her back and not on her ass where I want it to be.

I have no idea where the hell we're going to but I won't miss a second to spend it with her.

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Sorry! Late update. Hope you like it. Thanks for the reading.

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Ari's POV next time. Maybe.