“She’s all yours brother.” Michael walks away and Adrian instantly sits next to me. He takes me by the hand and he places a soft kiss onto my cheek. I begin to relax a little as I become aware that he did not over hear my conversation with Michael.
“Are you feeling better now baby?” I sigh as I reply.
“Yes, I am fine now. I just wish that we were in London now.”
“Baby, it won’t be long now.” Adrian kisses me on the cheek again and then he pulls back. “There is something that I need to talk to you about.” My heart again begins to race but I compose myself.
“Okay, go ahead.”
“Baby when we arrive in London things will have to be a certain way. The threat of the Marshalls is still very much alive. I want to protect you from them so there will be security around you at all times. You will have a bulletproof car to drive you everywhere you go. We will stay at my suite at The Dorchester and you will attend all my events with me. Our weekends will be spent at the country estate and your days will be filled with shopping and going out to lunch with Sophie. Anything you want is just a fingertip away and I hope that you will accept my conditions?” I take a deep breath as I take in his words. I smile at him, because I know that what Adrian says goes.
“It all sounds amazing to me. As long as I am with you then I will give into to any condition.”
We arrive in London and when we step off the airplane, the freezing air greets us. Adrian whisks me down the steps and into a black Range Rover. I sit patiently as I wait for Adrian to get in. I hear Sophie and Emma jump into the back seat and I instantly turn to face them.
“Look at that city, it is just so beautiful.” Emma lets out a loud giggle and Sophie is speechless.
“I cannot believe that I am here in London. I cannot thank Adrian enough for all that he has done.” Emma says in a very thankful voice.
“He is an amazing guy and you are lucky to have him as a brother.”
“I know and I regret that we didn’t know each other until a few days ago. However, I am going to make up for lost time.” I smile at her.
Adrian jumps into the car and he instantly speeds off. He glances over to me and he takes my hand in his. He lifts up my hand and he gently places a soft kiss onto my skin. We sit in silence as Adrian drives.
The city of London is mesmerizing as we speed through the glowing streets. I gaze out of the window and I am stunned by the view. A gentle smile comes to face as I bask in this moment. I quickly turn to Sophie who is also glaring out of the window.
“It is stunning, isn’t it?” She turns to me.
“London is the most beautiful city that I have ever seen.” Adrian laughs at us.
“What is it with Americans and London?” He says very sarcastically. I turn instantly to face him as we stop at a red light.
“Look out of the window and you will see.” I say equally as sarcastic as Adrian does. He smirks at me and he again speeds off into dark city.
We pull up at The Dorchester and Emma quickly lets out a gentle squeal.
“Are we staying here?” She asks in a desperate voice.
“Yes,” Adrian says as he parks the car by the front door. He quickly jumps out and in a matter of seconds; he is standing at my door. He opens the door and he gently takes my hand.
“Welcome my Princess.” I cannot contain my smile as I grip Adrian’s hand. I step out of the car and I immediately link into his arm. Adrian reaches over and opens the door for Emma. She steps out of the car and she cannot believe her eyes as she glares at her surroundings. Sophie is equally as stunned as she trails behind us. Adrian escorts us into the reception and as soon as we enter, a few members of the hotel staff rushes over to us.
“Mr Black, welcome back, your suite is ready for you.” Adrian nods in approval as he reaches over and takes the hotel keys. He instantly ushers us into the elevator and I grip onto him even tighter. He slides his hand further down my waist and instead of batting him away, I give in to his touch. Adrian turns to face Emma and Sophie.
“Now girls, I hope that you don’t mind but I have booked you a separate suite?” Sophie and Emma quickly approve Adrian’s decision as they both flash him a smile. We step out the elevator and Adrian hands Emma the key to their suite.
“Now, if you need anything just ask, okay?”
“No problem, and Adrian, thanks again for this.” Sophie adds.
Adrian walks me along the grand hallway and into our suite. I gasp as we enter and Adrian notices my reaction.
“Baby, we are home.” He firmly pulls me towards him and kisses me very passionately. I can hardly breathe when he finally pulls away.