by C. Shell
"Language Jessica," he warns.
Raking a hand through his hair he lets out an exasperated breath. "I swear Jessica if you say one more time that we are nothing more than sex to each other I will take you over my knee and spank you." His smile is now gone and his narrowed eyes on me speak volumes.
Spank me? Surely he is joking although he does not look like it. I should be running for the hills about now and instead I am completely turned on and pissed off.
Swallowing hard I take a calming breathe and try to regain the upper hand. "You agreed when I said I would give you sex and nothing else. I never promised that we could be more. You and I are bad for each other. I am not inclined to play your games," I yell back trying to control my anger and doing a lousy job of it.
His jaw clenches so tight he looks like he is about to snap. Cautiously I take a step back not sure what to expect. Noticing my hesitation his eyes soften and he slowly relaxes. The electricity crackles hot between us as we both refuse to back down.
"I lied," he says evenly. "I have no intention to leave you alone or let this be anything as simple and trivial as just sex. I plan to consume you. All of you; mind, body, and soul." He levels his eyes on me challenging me to disagree.
I can't do this!
Before I have a chance to tell him to "go to hell" he grabs my waist pulling me against him smashing our bodies together. He lets out a growl as our mouths tangle together wildly tasting each other thoroughly. We pull against each other grinding our bodies together recklessly as though we are horny teenagers going at it before our parents get home. I cannot remember the last time I felt this alive.
My head falls back as he trails kisses down my neck leaving me breathless and aching for more. Pulling at my clothing I am once again left in only my lace bra and wishing I still had my panties on to help shield me from his heated gaze.
"I am going to enjoy tasting every inch of your sweet body," he breathes out as moves his arms behind my back releasing my bra clasp, letting the straps fall down my shoulders before it lands on the floor. I am not normally self conscious about my body but being completely naked while he is still mostly clothed is unnerving.
"You're so beautiful," he murmurs as his hand entwines in my hair pulling down hard enough to cause my face to tilt up giving him free access to my mouth and neck. He slants his mouth against my lips, his tongue caressing mine in soft languid strokes causing both of us to moan in pleasure.
Thank God his other hand is around my waist holding me up because my knees have turned to jelly and are worthless at keeping me vertical.
Dipping my head down I sample his neck as my hands trace large circles on his chest enjoying the way his muscles ripple under my touch. Cupping my ass he lifts me in his arms as I wrap my legs around his waist and my arms around his neck and hold tight as he carries me to his bedroom.
Leaving the lights off we climb onto the bed fused together, refusing to release our hold on each other. The cool linens are a welcome contrast to my heated skin. Tracing the seam of my lips with his tongue I open my mouth welcoming him inside. The kiss is hungry and primal, taking and giving until we are both out of breath and panting.
"I want you naked," I murmur against his mouth.
Pulling away he stands and shucks out of his clothing slowly. My eyes roam his body taking him all in and appreciating everything I see. With the lights off the room is dark but the moon casts enough light through the windows to give me a glorified view of his perfect toned body. Naked Alex is magnificent.
He is all mine, for now.
"I like it when you look at me like that." His voice sounds rough and strained with emotion.
"Like what?" I ask coyly.
"Like you want to devour me," he groans.
"So why are still standing there? Let me devour you," I murmur.
I am aroused and needy for him and by the look at his long, thick, hard cock he is feeling the same way. Smiling wickedly he crawls back onto the bed nibbling up my body until he reaches my breasts. Under his gaze and heated breathe my nipples harden to tight hard buds begging for attention.
Keeping his eyes on mine he takes a sensitive nipple into his warm mouth sucking on it hungrily sending a tremor down my spine and straight to my aching sex. I arch up grinding my clit against his erection seeking relief but it is not enough.
"Alex I need more." I cry out.
Reaching a hand between us he slips one finger into my slippery channel while his thumb rubs circles around my sensitive clit. It is all I need to fall apart.
"Come for me Jessica," he growls out applying more pressure to my clit. I cry out his name as my body shudders and shakes.
Coming down from my orgasm I blink my eyes open slowly to find him staring down at me. Pulling his fingers out of me he sucks them into his mouth one by one, licking them clean.
"You taste wonderful baby," he whispers against my ear. The erotic image of him tasting me has my body needy and ready all over again.
Rolling him off of me I reach down and take hold of his throbbing cock as I move my hand up and down his hard shaft. He hisses out as I gather up the beads of pre-cum on the end of his penis using it as lubricant as I work his cock with one hand while gripping his balls with my other. Gasping for air he rolls his head back and groans loudly.
"I want you inside of me," I plead.
Reaching into the side table beside his bed he pulls out a foil package and impatiently rips it open with his teeth. Gripping his cock firmly he rolls the condom over his length then leans over me carefully bracing himself above me with both of his hands planted on each side of my head.
Our eyes lock as I reach between us and guide him inside me. I want to turn away and try to drown out the emotional connection that I feel between us, but I can't.
"Stop fighting it," he barks out. "You feel it. I know you do. This is not just sex and once will never be enough for either of us." he rasps, running his lips across my breasts.
Gripping my hips he plunges into me hard causing me to cry out. He stills inside of me, giving my body a chance to acclimate to his size. Pulling back out completely he looks down at me as his body hovers above me. What is he waiting for?
"Say it Jessica. Tell me you feel it. Tell me you want me and I will give you what you crave," he growls out.
I try and buck up and make him take me again but he just pulls further back. Frustrated and needy I give in.
"I feel it. I have never felt this way before. I want you, I want your cock in me," I cry out as tears pool in my eyes.
How in the hell and I going to fight this?
Slamming back into me he grounds his hips in a semi circle than pulls out and repeats the motion. I clench my hands in the sheets as I give in to pleasurable sensation.
"Damn baby you are so tight and warm, you feel amazing."
Leaning forward I capture his nipple in my mouth and suck greedily rasping my teeth against the tight nub.
"Damn Jessica. You drive me crazy," he gasps. I love having this effect on him. Watching the confident controlled Alex fall apart in my hands.
His thrusts are steady and rhythmic as he drives into me over and over. Hitching my leg over his hip I tilt my hips forward allowing him to drive into me deeper. He is filling me completely as he slams into me driving me crazy with an intoxicating mixture of pleasure and pain.
"Your mine Jessica. Say it baby, I want to hear you," he breaths out between pants.
His voice is tight and strained. I can tell he is as close as I am but refuses to give me what I need until I confirm what he already knows. It is not enough for him to already know it. The bastard wants me to admit it.
I am so far gone there is no turning back now.
"I am yours Alex. Only yours. Now please fuck me and give me what I need," I scream back at him.
"Language Jessica. Now together, we do this together," he grits out through his clenched teeth.
I will never be able to survive this, survive him.
Pulling back he slams back into me forcefully over and over sending us both plummeting over the edge. Throwing my head back I scream out his name as I fall apart. Gripping my thighs firmly he slams into me once more finding his own release.
We lay together still connected, our limbs entwined as we both struggle to calm our breathing. Raising his hand he sweeps a stray strand of hair behind my ear. I lean up and look at him struggling to define what just happened and where we go from here.
As if reading my mind he says, "Don't over think it. Shut off that pretty head of yours."
"How do you do that?" I ask hesitantly. "How do you know what I am thinking and feeling when you barely know me?"
Ignoring my questions he pulls out of me and heads to the bathroom to dispose of the condom. I cuddle up in the sheets allowing my tired eyes a chance to rest. The last several days have depleted me mentally, emotionally, and physically. I hear him come back into the room and feel the bed dip down behind me as he climbs back in bed. I am too tired to continue our conversation, it will have to wait.
Pulling me against him I curl into his chest falling fast asleep.
Chapter 7
Hearing a phone ringing I wake up alone in an empty bed. It takes me a moment to remember where I am as I take in my surroundings. It was so dark when we came in last night I never had the chance to check out his bedroom.
The room is extremely large. The decor is simple and masculine with a touch of elegance, much like the rest of the penthouse. The furniture is done in dark woods consisting of a queen size sleigh bed, chaise lounge, dresser, and matching side tables.
Stretching out I feel a slight ache in my muscles that brings back vivid memories of our sex fest. Throwing my hands over my eyes I groan at my obvious weakness wherever Alex is concerned. The man is my very own kryptonite.
Get a grip Jess..
Glancing down at my naked body I look around for my clothes but come up empty. Opening a few of his dresser drawers I search for something to cover myself with and settle on a t-shirt and silk boxer shorts. They are too big but they will have to do.
Scanning the room I find a clock and panic seizes me. I need to leave now if I ever plan on making it home in time to shower and dress so I can drive into work with Jane. After last night I cannot flake out on her again. Running my hands through my hair I try to tame my mused mane as much as possible all the while wishing I had my brush and other toiletries with me. Padding into the main part of the apartment I follow the sound of Alex's voice until I come to what I assume is his office.
I start to knock on the door until I hear his voice escalating in tone. He is obviously on the phone in a heated conversation with someone and I am able to pick up bits and pieces of the conversation. I am not one who makes a habit of eaves dropping on others but his words stop me dead in my tracks.
"Unless you want me to stomp all over you and bring you down you better leave her out of this."
The door is cracked and although I cannot make out his whole body I can see that he is pacing the floor. He looks stressed and seriously pissed off.
"This is the only warning you will get Lexy. I want our original agreement changed; it is outdated and no longer needed. Stay out of my personal life and I will do the same with yours."
Lexy? Who is the "her" that needs to be left out of whatever they are speaking about? I have a gut wrenching feeling they are talking about me. But why and what agreement?
I don't have time to deal with this, I need to get home. Running back into the living room I find my clothes neatly folded on the sofa and grab them along with my purse from the kitchen table.
I quietly dart out of the front door thankful that the elevator car is still up and readily available. Pulling out my phone I hit the speed dial button for a local Taxi company and request a cab. The company confirms they have one in the area and it will pick me up within five minutes.
I know he is going to be upset when he finds me gone but I will deal with him later. I need time to think and figure out what is going on between us. Last night was more intense and emotional than I was expecting. If nothing else he should be glad he gets to bypass on the whole awkward morning after scenario.
I am such a coward running away. Too late to change that now.
Stepping out of the elevators I breathe a sigh of relief to find the entry way empty except for the lone security guard who I spotted last night on our way up. I flush as I walk past him in my walk of shame clothes and hurry outside where my cab is waiting for me.
The cab driver seems amused by my choice of clothing but thankfully does not comment about it. Resting my head against the back seat I close my eyes and try to come to grips with what the hell happened last night. The sex was mind blowing and a welcome relief after the long dry spell I have been in. So why do I feel like I just made a deal with the devil?
I can handle deflecting Alex as long as I can keep him at arm's length but the moment he gest close to me I lose all cognitive thought. He turns me into a shameless lustful hussy. So there is my answer. I have to somehow keep him at arm's length from now on.
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Rushing into my apartment I stop momentarily to give Jane a quick hello kiss on the cheek before sprinting towards the shower. My phone has been ringing non-stop most of my cab ride home. I keep hitting ignore but he is not taking the hint.
I wash my hair fast rinsing off all remnants of my tryst from last night. Throwing on my blue silk dress I match it with my silver sling backs and blue clutch bag. Not having to deal with any customers today I keep my make-up light and airy and pull my hair into a low ponytail. Giving myself a final once over I am pleasantly pleased and surprised I pulled it all together in time.
Joining Jane in the living room I sit by her on the sofa as she hands me a warm cup of coffee and bagel smeared with cream cheese before gesturing to my annoying phone that won't stop singing Crazy.
"What is that about? The damn thing won't stop singing."
"It is a long story," I huff.
I really want to leave it at that but the glaring daggers Jane is shooting my way lets me know she is not going to let me get away with the simple brush off. Taking my old purse in my lap I start transferring my things into my new clutch while considering how much I want to share with her.
Glancing up I find her still smiling at me patiently. "I will give you the short version. I tried to take the upper hand and agreed to have sex with him as long as that was all it was. Sex with no emotions and no promises for more."
"So how was it?" She asks seriously intrigued. "Did he rock your world?"
"It was amazing," I sigh. "In fact it was the best I have ever had but somehow it turned into more than just sex and now I don't know how to deal with it. He consumes me when I am around him."
I cringe at the astonished look on her face. She is already shaking her head at me and she has not even heard the worst part yet.
"I woke up late this morning and panicked. He was on what seemed to be an important phone call so instead of interrupting and telling him I was leaving I just snuck out and grabbed myself a cab ride home."
Her face looks mortified by my omission. "Have you spoken to him yet or are you just ignoring him? Is that why your phone won't shut up?"
I turn my head away from her. "Please stop looking at me like that" I plead.
"I know it was a stupid move but he has really messed with my mind and I need to sort it out before I can face him. He is a lot to handle and I have not decided if I am up for the challenge. He has called and texted nonstop and I keep ignoring his calls." I lay my head against the sofa cushion embarrassed over my behavior.
"If you are not ready to talk to him than don't but at least text him back and tell him you are ok. I don't want to sound like a cold bitch but what you did was wrong on so many levels. You seem to of forgotten that this man has the power to kill or make our business," she says with force.
Shit!
I can feel the tears welling up in my eyes. I a
m so stupid. I never even thought about the business ramifications of my actions.
"You are right. I am sorry. I will text him now and fix this." Squeezing her hand I mutter," I am sorry Jane. I never meant to put our business at stake because of my stupid emotional baggage."
Fishing my phone out of my bag I delete all twenty-three missed calls and six texts before sending a new message of my own.
Me: I am sorry for leaving the way I did this morning.
My phone beeps back immediately.
Alex: Why the hell did you run away?
Me: Needed to get home and you were busy on the phone, did not want to interrupt.
Alex. Don't ever run away from me! I'm heading into a meeting. We will talk about this later. Stop ignoring my calls or I will come and remind you why we are good together.
No need to remind me. Last time he reminded me I ended up naked in a limo.
"How are things now?" Jane asks as she reaches for her car keys and heads for the door after placing our dishes in the sink.
"He is still mad but I think it will be allright. It was stupid of me to just run out without an explanation." I shrug grabbing my purse as I follow her out.
The minute the humid air hits me I immediately regret wearing silk. The light material clings to my body like a second skin. You can live in Texas your whole life and never get used to the weather.
Climbing into her sleek infinity I crank up the radio and get lost in my thoughts. Traffic is light and we arrive at work earlier than normal. Walking into our building I say a quick hello to Clive before heading up to our place on the fifth floor. Clive is a gentle old man that works the security station. He and I became friends the first day that we moved into the building. He has worked in the building for over fifteen years and knows almost everyone here by name. I always kid with him that he is one of the last true gentleman left in the world. His wife Lorraine of over forty years agrees.
Jane has two appointments scheduled for today but I had purposefully left my day open to get caught up on paperwork and inventory. I love my job but not the paperwork that comes with it. Our business is going well and clients keep dribbling in on a consistent basis but getting the customers to pay their invoices on time is another story and becoming a huge problem. Throwing my head back on my chair I close my eyes at the headache that is rapidly encroaching and starting to cause me pain.