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Crossing his arms, his eyes narrow. “Please tell me you’re not going back to the frat house.”

I bite my lip. “I’ll know if Ian’s around if his car is in the driveway.”

He frowns in thought, carefully running a hand through his styled hair. “Wanna come to work with me?”

I twiddle my fingers as I ponder. It’d be better than having to sit and wait around all day. But can he just have people go to work with him whenever he wants?

“Is it okay if I go?”

“I’m the boss so...yeah.” He pushes a stray piece of hair behind my ear.

With that, I run to Ashley’s closet to change, picking out a simple summer dress and flats. It’s nothing fancy but it’s cute.

I stand in front of Aiden and twirl. “Is this okay?”

He bites his lip before nodding his approval.

“I’m sure you prefer high heels and tight dresses.” I joke, curious about his preferences.

He places his hand on my cheek, and I lean into its warmth.

“I prefer this, I promise you.” His eyes trail down my body. “You looked hot as fuck at the club, but it was too revealing with all the men around. I prefer this cute innocent look on you.” He winks. “We can save the other stuff for my eyes only.”

Seven

Islide into the Challenger, the leather seat is warm under my legs from basking in the morning sun. I love the classic feel of the car and the heavenly scent of leather mixed with Aiden’s cologne. The engine roars to life and I watch in admiration as Aiden’s muscles flex while he changes gears.

I turn the radio down and look to him. “When will your place be done?”

A half smirk forms on his face as he places a large hand on my thigh. “My apartment got finished yesterday.”

“What? I thought it would be weeks.” I droop a little, surprised and disappointed our time together is ending. “Why did you stay?”

“Isn’t it obvious?” He grins wolfishly.

I look away with a blush.

His hand moves from my thigh to grip my chin, turning me back to face him. “It’s adorable when you’re shy.”

I plaster on a smile. “Are you dropping me off at home and staying there tonight then?”

“That’s where we are staying tonight.” He winks, sliding his hand further up my dress as we drive along.

∞∞∞

I eye the massive building in front of me curiously as Aiden helps me out of the passenger seat, handing his keys to the valet. His arm wraps protectively around me as we make our way into the lobby and towards the elevator. I look around, noticing the bottom floor is filled with men in business attire who are staring in our direction.

I glance at the directory by the elevator and my eyes widen.

Fortieth floor: Scott Investment Corporation.

Aiden gives me a cocky nod when I peer up at him. It’s definitely something to be proud of, especially at the young age of twenty-five. I would be the same way too.

I giggle as he escorts me inside the empty elevator. “Why is everyone staring at you?”

He laughs. “They aren’t staring at me.”

Now it’s my turn to laugh. “Right.”

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