Page 108 of Falling for the CEO

"Jeannie and Abe are going to drop off Ben. I don't want to be in the way."

He stepped in front of me, putting the coffee cup on the nightstand before touching my face with both his hands. "You're not. You don’t have to go anywhere."

"I’d feel a bit weird for them to see me like this—my hair is a total mess, and this dress is clearly meant for the evening. They will put two and two together."

"What would make you feel more comfortable? I’d like to see you before you leave with Taylor.”

“I can hang out with her until Naomi is gone.”

“Okay.”

He watched me as I put on my golden dress. I bunched up my lingerie, stuffing it in my purse. It was so small that it wouldn't close anymore, but at least the neighbors wouldn't get to see my kinky underwear.

Spencer groaned. He came close enough that I could practically count his eyelashes. He placed both hands on my back and lowered one to my ass, fumbling it. "Fuck, it feels good to know you don't have any underwear on because of me."

I laughed. "Totally. Fingers crossed that there's no strong wind or something, or the neighbors will have a show."

His eyes flashed. "I'll give you one of my coats."

"What? I’d look ridiculous. And I was joking.”

He growled.

“It's not a fluffy dress. Even if there was wind, it wouldn't blow up.”

"I don't want to risk it."

"Spencer. My God, you're serious.” I couldn't believe it.

"No one can see what's mine."

A shudder went through me. I loved the sound of that. I was his. He saw me as his.

"Jeannie and Abe will be here any moment,” I said. Spencer took my hand, leading me through the house. I put my shoes on as soon as I reached the front door.

He hesitated with his hand on the doorknob.

"What?" I asked.

"I have a jacket that won't look half bad."

"Spencer," I said with a laugh.

He groaned, coming closer. He pressed me against the wall. Burying one hand in my hair, he dipped my head slightly back before kissing me. It was soft and probing, and I loved that. This man was such a contrast. He could be wild and domineering, but he wasn't afraid of sharing this caring side of him either. I loved all sides of him. Oh God. I loved him. I owned up to my feelings. I feathered my hands over his biceps, pressing myself against him. I wanted him to feel my love. I wasn't sure if he was ready to hear it, but I could show it to him. The sound of a car pulling in front of the house jolted us both. He took a step back.

"That must be them," I said.

"No, they’re coming with Cal. This car made another sound. Probably another neighbor."

"Wow, you know your cars. Okay, you go stand there.” I pointed at a spot two feet away. “So you're not tempted to attack me again."

He laughed but actually took a few steps away. I was that irresistible to him, huh? That did so many good things for my ego. I stepped outside before I could change my mind and nearly walked into Naomi. So that washercar we heard.

"Someone's doing the walk of shame," she said.

I blinked. "You're a bit early."

"Babies wake up early anyway."

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