“I can’t deal with this. So, I’ve packed a bag and decided I’m staying here until all this is over.”
Simone dropped the bag on the floor then folded her arms over her chest. “Do you have a problem with that?”
Callum stared at the case then at her. “What? Do I have a problem with you staying here?” He moved closer, his arms going around her waist. “Baby, you’re closer for a lot more fun.”
Two weeks without sex and her body melted instantly against him. She closed her eyes trying to gain her composure. How did he do it?
“What do you say, Cole? Do you want a houseguest?” She tensed when Cole didn’t answer right away.
“It would be lovely to have her.” Simone turned in time to see Cole disappearing out of the door.
“He wants you,” Callum said next to her ear.
“Why aren’t you being all possessive?”
“Because there are still some things you don’t know about me, sweetheart, but all in good time.” He kissed her neck, moving away.
He went to his desk as she moved to hers. She looked at him wondering what he was thinking.
“I don’t cheat,” she said.
“What?” Callum turned to look at her.
Simone didn’t know where those words had come from. She felt like she needed to come clean to him about it.
“I’ve never cheated on a guy who I’ve been exclusive with. I kissed Cole because you and I were strangers.”
“I’m not sleeping with any other woman, Simone.”
She licked her lips. “Good. I’m clean. I mean, the last guy I was with was a complete scum bag, but I got tested. I’m clean.”
“Are you worried about my health?” Callum folded his arms staring at her. For the first time in her life, Simone was uncomfortable. Callum didn’t ask for permission to do anything. He took. He took her kisses and touched her when he wanted. There was no flirting or waiting period. Callum did whatever the hell he wanted to do.
“We had sex in the pool without a condom. I appreciate you pulling out, b-but, I need to know if you’re clean.” She turned her attention to the file on her desk. None of the words made sense to her.
“I think you should have asked me before now. We had sex two weeks ago. I’m clean.”
“Good.”
She opened the file, and her hand shook, which startled her. Callum closed the file on her desk, resting on her desk. His hand reached out to caress her neck. This is where he took her world and made her yearn for more. The small touches he gave were starting to mean more to her than she ever expected.
He moved behind her chair, pushing the hair off her neck and moving down to cup her breasts in each of his hands. She moaned pressing her chest against his touch.
“You should never be afraid to ask me anything, Simone. Also, I would never put you in any danger.” He kissed her neck, nibbling on her pulse.
One of his hands moved further down to cup her pussy through the pants she wore. She wasn’t wearing any underwear. If he pressed tight enough, she’d leave a wet patch from the arousal dripping from her pussy.
“I look forward to having you here, Simone. You have no idea how much I do.” He kissed her neck running a finger up and down her covered slit. “When you’re ready for more come and get me. I’ll be in the exercise room.”
Callum moved away toward the door. He turned at the last minute. “Tonight we have a function to go to. There is a new artist that I’ve sponsored, and his work is on display. I’ve arranged for a dress to be brought here for you.”
“Where?”
He mentioned the place then turned to leave. She knew her brother was going to be at the function. Daniel loved art. Simone knew her brother would try to speak to her. She hoped her father wouldn’t be attending. The last person she wanted to see was the man who fathered her.
She went through the file seeing none of the words or numbers on the page. After three hours of work with no breakthrough she went to the kitchen to grab some coffee. Cole stood at the counter. He glanced up at her.
Simone looked away and felt his gaze on her as she passed.
“Are you going to that art function tonight?” she asked.
“Callum is going, and I am attending.”
“Is the artist any good?”
“He does nude pictures along with other pieces. I think his nudes are better than the landscapes. I like looking at naked women.”
She didn’t rise to the bait. This was how their conversations had been going. Teasing each other with words and suggestions. Neither of them moving to the next step. Even if she wanted to, Simone knew she wouldn’t cheat on Callum. Teasing and flirting were fine though.