“Like what you see?” Dev asked as she gawked around.
Yep, in more ways than one. “Yes. Would you mind if I worked out for a bit?”
“Not at all. I have some work I’m behind on anyway.”
They made their way silently through the maze to her bedroom where they stood scrutinizing each other. Her heart beat faster when he leaned over and placed his soft lips on hers.
“I’ll send Ren to help you find your way back to the gym,” he whispered.
“I think I can find my way just fine,” she replied softly.
“All the same, wait for him.” At her furrowed brow, he added, “Please.”
“Sure. Fine.”
His eyes turned positively molten as he backed her up against the wall and threaded his fingers through her hair. This time his kiss was anything but soft and gentle. It was rough, passionate and ripe with unfulfilled promises. Her legs went weak and her hands came to his taut biceps to steady herself. This…this is what she’d been waiting on for four days and by god, he did not disappoint. But all too soon he pulled away, leaning his forehead to hers, her head still bracketed in his strong hands. His penetrating dark eyes, which seemed brighter than usual, bore directly into her soul.
“Fuck, I want you, Kate.”
Her already erratic breathing hitched and she couldn’t speak through the constriction of her throat.
“You will be mine, love. Very soon.” His lips crashed to hers and before she knew what happened he was striding quickly down the long hallway, leaving her to watch his fine ass walk away.
She let her head fall against the wall and thought about his cryptic words this morning. ‘I think I’m falling for you harder every minute I’m in your presence, love.’ And ‘You will be mine, love. Very soon.’
This was not how a fling was supposed to go. She didn’t normally do casual, but she knew that’s all this could ever be and she’d accepted it. So why was he saying things that made it sound so much more permanent?
And what the hell was she supposed to make of it?
Chapter 19
Kate
A workout would do her good. Get rid of some of the sexual tension Dev had built in her all morning. She didn’t understand her insane attraction to him at all. She felt inexplicably drawn to him. Like she’d known him her entire life. Was it those erotic dreams of him—or of a man that looked just like him?
She planned on running, lifting, and practicing her martial arts until she was ready to drop. That ought to chase away the urge to jump Dev’s bones every time she was around him. Maybe for today. Rinse and repeat tomorrow if necessary. She would be too tired to think about kissing him, about running her fingers through his dark locks, holding his head to her breast as he licked and sucked her nipple. God, Kate, stop it already!!
She’d changed into her gym clothes and was just pulling her hair into a ponytail when a soft knock came at her door.
“Hey, gorgeous, getting settled okay?” Ren’s hundred-watt smile had to draw women like moths to an open flame. He was unreasonably good-looking and she really liked him, but in a brotherly sort of way. She smiled in return.
“Yes, thanks.”
“Is there anything I can get you? Anything at all you need?”
“No, I think I’m all set, but thanks. I appreciate it.”
She hesitated a minute, not sure if she wanted to know the answer, then casually asked, “So…what’s the deal with Giselle and Dev? Are they an…item? She looked like she wanted to scratch my eyes out yesterday.”
Ren let a smirk curl the corners of his lips. “Jealous, eh?”
“No, of course not. Don’t be ridiculous. Why would I be jealous? I was just curious, is all. She looked like she’d sooner scorch my face off with a blowtorch then let me in the house. I just assumed it was maybe because they were a couple or something and she didn’t want another woman anywhere near her man.”
God she hoped that wasn’t the case, but wouldn’t it be just like a guy to try to have his cake and eat it too. At least the men she’d dated did. And if Dev fell into that adulterous category, it would shatter any last shred of hope she knew lie buried deep within her that there was a decent man waiting out there…she just hadn’t found him yet.
He studied her for a moment before answering. “No, they are not a couple. They have never been a couple. Giselle is his employee. I’m quite sure jealousy wasn’t the issue.”
She let out a breathe she didn’t realize she’d been holding, her relief tangible. “Oh, so she’s just a bitch, then.”
Ren laughed, loud and deep. “I like you Kate.” He wiped the tears leaking from the corner his eyes as he caught his breath. Kate couldn’t help laughing along with him.