Page 26 of Christian Clause

“Because I want you,” he bluntly tells me.

"What?”

His eyes trail my body with a heat that leaves me squirming on my toes.

“Hope, before you came to work here, we both knew I wanted you. I didn’t hide that fact. However, I don’t mix business with pleasure. So, I’ve had to keep my intentions at bay these weeks. But the thing is, I can’t hold it back any longer. You keep me awake most nights. It’s one of my principles not to date my employee but to hell with that rule when it’s affecting my work.”

It definitely isn’t a love proposal, but at this moment, I will take anything. A thrill runs through my body, and it’s all I can do not to throw my arms around his gorgeous body.

“We must be very discreet, of course, but there’s no reason we can’t explore this chemistry between us. I know you feel it, too, so don’t deny it.”

I wouldn’t be able to deny it even if I were threatened. Aroused, I nibble on my bottom lip; nervous, I tug at my earlobe. I want to tell him I, too, want to tear his clothes off and have my wicked way with him. But, I keep mute. I want to see how things go first. After Terrance, I know I have to be very careful with men, especially one as suave as Christian.

“Now, will you come here instead of standing there looking at me as if I’m some sort of monster who steals candies from babies?”

A small laugh bubbles from my throat.

When I still don’t move, he grins and says, “I don’t eat gorgeous women with banging bodies for breakfast.”

I take one more step toward him just for him to know I’m indecisive but still want to meet him halfway. He chuckles and leans forward to drag me into his arms. I fit perfectly in between his hard and muscular legs. His hands move from my arms down my body to my waist. His eyes widen a little and I lower my head, knowing he felt the tremor that ran through my body. I don’t know why I’m acting like a shy schoolgirl. This is the first time I’m completely not in control of my emotions.

“Look at me, beautiful,” Christian urges softly.

I reluctantly raise my eyes and my mouth runs dry at the intense desire I see in the gray depths.

“You’re gorgeous.”

I open my mouth to say something, but nothing comes out. Christian’s head descends and his lips capture mine in a kiss that leaves me reeling. He draws me closer into his embrace and deepens the kiss. His mouth moves expertly against mine and sensations run through my body, leaving me breathless. I struggle to get a hold of my wavering emotions, knowing that if I don’t, I might just allow him— no, beg him to bang me right there on the thick carpet.

When his tongue entwines with mine, I give up the fight and lean deeper into him with a sensual moan escaping from my lips. That gesture somewhat drives Christian crazy as he holds me tighter in his arms and his mouth becomes even more insistent against mine. His thick arousal presses against my stomach, and it’s all I can do not to go down on him. The kiss goes on and on as if we’re trying to devour each other.

When Christian’s large hand reaches up to grasp my breast, I can feel my panties getting wet. I want more of him, so I lift my hands and clasp them around his neck. My fingers dive into his hair and caress his scalp. It’s something I’ve always wanted to do since I first saw him rake his fingers through the thick and silky mass.

The buzzing sound in the background finally penetrates my consciousness. I realize it’s Christian’s cellphone on the desk ringing. Aghast at what I was doing with my boss, I quickly take a step back out of his hold. I watch as Christian’s chest heaves just like mine. His smoky gaze sears me just like his explosive kiss did.

Christian reaches for me again before I can move away.

“That was amazing,” he whispers against my lips.

Trembling with desire I’m struggling to get under control, I hold my breath. His warm spicy scent assails my nostrils. I squelch the urge to lean into him, to sniff profoundly at his intoxicating fragrance. Shards of electricity shoot through me as Christian whispers into my ear.

“Only sheer control is keeping me from spreading you across my table right now and giving both of us the release we so desperately want.”

I bite my tongue hard to keep from telling him to go ahead. I can’t have hot passionate sex with my boss on his desk. It’s just too sleazy for me, even though my heated body is begging for it.

Christian pulls away a little and straightens. “We have to take things slowly, though.”

I try to say something to concur or reject the idea, but Christian’s kiss has turned my brain into mush.

He threads his fingers through my hair as he pulls me closer. “I still can’t believe I’m doing this, but I can’t help myself. I have tried to put you off my mind, but it has been an exercise in futility. You have occupied my thoughts and my dreams.”

My lips part at his admission. I’m thrilled that I’m not the only one who has been having sleepless nights. It feels good to be wanted again after Terrance’s betrayal.

Why in the world am I thinking of that loser?

Christian lowers his head again, and I wait in anticipation of another passionate kiss that will leave me melting in his arms. I’m not disappointed as our second kiss is as explosive as the first one. I’m left gasping for breath when Christian finally elevates his head.

“Do you have plans for the weekend?”

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