Despite my distraction, I was able to keep my head in the game long enough to secure the new contract. The moment they signed on the dotted line and left my office, you can be sure as shit my first act was to ring my father and rub it in his goddamn face.
Tonight will be a double celebration. I managed to pull off something my father doubted I could ever do, but more importantly, I’ll be spending time with the woman who appears to have captivated my heart.
The nerves kick in as I fasten my Rolex around my wrist. I’ve dressed casually for our date, black jeans and a grey shirt. At a glance, Jade appears to be the type of girl who likes to dine in fancy restaurants, but last night proved me wrong. She’s obviously from immaculate breeding, but on the other hand, she’s extremely down to earth. Sophistication rolls off her yet she has a playful innocence I find endearing. She was extremely closed off whenever we touched on anything personal, but in fairness to her, I am a stranger. I’m hoping today she opens up to me. I want to know everything about her.
I’ve made no reservations or real plans for this evening. I’m going to play it by ear. Her bodyguard seems to be her constant shadow, and that tells me Jade doesn’t get to experience much of a life on her own, so tonight is about her. I’m willing to do anything that will make her happy.
When Jade said she couldn’t see me again, I was crushed. I had to at least try to change her mind. I couldn’t let that be the end of us. So I was pleasantly surprised when I approached Rupert—I wasn’t expecting things to go over so well. It’s quite obvious he cares for her. He was hesitant at first, but after I explained who I was and where I worked, he seemed to let his guard down slightly. I was relieved that he’d heard of our company. Even though my father is a prick, Weston Global has a very good reputation. We pride ourselves on our integrity.
He softened when I explained that all I wanted was to spend some time with her, and that my intentions were honourable. I promised to have her home at a reasonable hour, and assured him I’d treat her with nothing but respect. I’ve never had to beg to spend time with a woman before, but Jade is worth it. I’d stoop to any level to see her.
I roll my shoulders when I reach her room, trying my best to calm myself before knocking. My breath catches the second she opens the door. The smile that lights up her face is like a sucker punch right to my chest. ‘Hi,’ I say, trying my best to remain composed as I shove my hands into the pockets of my jeans. I have the urge to pull her into my arms and kiss her, but I don’t want to scare her off before we’ve even left the hotel.
‘Hi. Come in.’ She moves aside so I can enter. She has that same little lip-biting thing going on that drove me crazy last night. I want to bite those luscious lips of hers too. Doesn’t she realise having me in her room is dangerous? The sinful things I’d like to do to her …
‘I just have to grab my phone and we’re good to go.’ Her sweet fragrance envelops me as she breezes past.
My eyes are glued to her delicious arse as she walks across the room and shoves the phone into her back pocket. Lucky phone. She’s wearing a pair of faded denim jeans that hug her luscious body perfectly, showcasing her sexy long legs. She’s teamed them with a tight white singlet that accentuates her beautiful tits. There’s a pair of white Converse sneakers on her feet and her long dark hair is loose. I’m itching to run my fingers through it.
She pulls a thin white cardigan from the wardrobe. When she slides her arms into it, I can see a hint of lace underneath her singlet. It makes my cock twitch. Fuck, she’s sexy. It’s going to be hard to keep my hands to myself.
‘Ready.’ She’s smiling as she joins me. I shove my hands in my pockets again, so I’m not tempted to pull her into my arms, because, by Christ, I am.
‘You look beautiful,’ I say.
‘Thank you,’ she replies as the loveliest shade of pink rises to her cheeks.
Fuck, I’m a goner.
JADE
We fall into easy conversation as we head down Seventh Avenue. Words can’t express how happy I am to be here with him. So far, I’ve only ever seen Brock in a suit. Casually dressed Brock leaves me with no words. He’s even more delicious than I imagined. So tall, so manly—so perfect. His body is lean yet muscular. He’s every woman’s dream.
He’s my dream.
I have no idea where we’re heading, but I don’t care. I’d sit at a damn bus stop with him for the rest of the night, as long as we’re together. I’ll forever be grateful to Rupert for allowing this. All he said to me earlier was, ‘Be careful, call me if you need me, and for Christ’s sake, have fun. If anyone deserves it, it’s you.’ I think he was taken aback when I threw my arms around him.