Page 62 of Dirty News
She narrowed her eyes, looking off to one side as if trying to recall everything. “I’m not real sure. You were talking kind of fast, and I thought Iheard…”
Taking her by the chin to make her look at me, I went on, “I said that I love you, LilaBanks.”
A smile moved over her lips as she nodded. “Yeah, I heard you. I just wanted to hear you say itagain.”
I couldn’t wait any longer and pulled her close, wrapping my arms around her. “You littletease.”
She had something to say too. “I love you too. But what do you mean we can be out in the open now? Whathappened??”
“I had to quit my job,” Iadmitted.
She looked horrified. “No!”
I nodded. “Yes. But as I was walking out of Artimus’ office, he stopped me. He told me if I’d go that far for someone, he knew I must really be in love. So, he offered us his congratulations and told me to keep it clean while we’re at any WOLF event or in the building. Other than that, we’re free to do what we want. And I want to do you, rightnow.”
“We’re really free to see each other, Duke? I can’t believe it! You did it!” She threw her arms around my neck and kissedme.
Holding her felt so right. Everything was going to beokay.
Our mouths parted, and we gazed into each other’s eyes. Always curious, Lila asked, “And what about the otheremployees?”
“Artimus said he’ll make adjustments to the rules. He and his new assistant think they can come up with something that’s fair, yet still keeps everyone feeling safe.” I kissed her again. Her lips felt so soft against mine, soright.
All I could think about was feeling her skin against mine again. Moving my hands under her dress, I lifted it up, taking it off her. She moaned as our kiss grew in intensity. She helped me get undressed too, and before we knew it we were in her bed, the springs squeaking with each move we made. And we made a lot ofthem.
The sex was frantic, frenzied as we pulled at each other, wanting it all back the way it had been. Only it was even better this time, now that we wouldn’t have to hide anything—from each other or theworld.
Our bodies came together like a bolt of lightning shot right through us, connecting us in its electric current. Our heavy breathing filled the room as we lay there, holding each other sotightly.
We stayed connected as we gained control of our breaths. I kissed her on the top of the head. “I love you,Lila.”
She purred, “I love you, Duke. Did you mean it when you said you want me to move in withyou?”
“I certainly did. And please don’t come up with some excuse why you can’t. I really want you in my arms every night, baby.” I kissed her sweet lips to entice her into giving me the answer I wanted tohear.
She smiled when I let her lips go. “Will kisses like that be a part of our daily routine if I do move in withyou?”
“Mandatory,” I let her know. “As will nightly cuddling. And don’t forget morning showers. Those will start our days off much better than coffee ever could. I won’t disappoint you, Lila. I promise. Plus, I’ll be able to cook for you if come live with me. That’s a plus. We’ll save on eatingout.”
“I have one stipulation, Duke.” Her eyes were glistening as she made herdemand.
“And what is that?” I asked, as I knew no matter what it was I would definitely give it toher.
“I get to pay half the bills. All of them, Duke. And I’m serious. I’ve got to pay my way, or I’ll never move in with you.” She lookedserious.
“That wasn’t my intention, Lila,” I let her know. “I can pay the bills,baby.”
“Yeah, I know you can. But if we are going to cohabitate then I want to do my part. And I can already see that you have a maid that comes in to clean up. I know you don’t keep that place so sparkling and well-kept all by yourself. So, let me pay my half of everything. I’m not asking, by the way. I’m telling you it has to be that way.” She smiled, knowing damn well I wasn’t going to tell herno.
“Anything you want, baby, you’ve got it.” I kissed her again to seal our newdeal.
Life was about to get so much better, and we were more than happy to have found our happily everafter.
TheEnd.
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