Page 92 of Taming Nikki

“Because I don’t want to force you to be with me. I want you to be with me because that’s what you want. I love you enough to give you a fucking choice.”

The room felt heavy with the weight of his words. The only sound in the room was my harsh breathing. Slowly, I pushed on his chest. He released me with a frown, probably thinking I was going to walk away again. Instead, I kept pushing until the light cast over his face and I could finally see him.

“Say it again.”

His hand came up, his thumb stroking my cheek as he pressed his lips against mine. Then he pulled back so I could see him clearly.

“I love you, Nikki.”

I took in every inch of his face, searching for any hint of deception. I’d been burned too many times in the past not to be careful. But all I saw was his adoration, his hope, and, yeah, love. He looked at me like he loved me and like I was in a damn chick flick, I threw myself at him.

The kiss was full of desperation. I fisted my hands in his hair, trying to keep him from pulling away. Not that he seemed overly inclined. He was wrapped around me, his hands moving to touch every inch he could get ahold of. When he grabbed my ass, grinding his erection against me, the mood shifted and the kiss deepened and slowed.

He lifted me and my legs wrapped around his waist, but he wasn’t going to push me up against the wall like I thought. Instead, he laid me on the poker table. I pulled myself into the middle and he followed me, prowling until he was poised over me, a wicked grin on his face.

“Damn, that’s the hottest fucking thing I’ve ever seen.”

“What?”

“You. Laid out in the spotlight in that dress, like you’re the spoils of a game I won.”

A slow smile spread across my face. I wrapped his tie around my fist, pulling him down on top of me. He was backlit, his face dark under the spotlight. He looked every bit the dangerous mafia boss, and he was all mine.

“I guess you better enjoy the spoils, then.”

I tried pulling his lips to mine, but he stayed just out of range, teasing me. He rolled his hips slowly. His hips were cradled against mine and every movement dragged against me in just the right way. His eyes were locked on me, enjoying the show as I moaned and panted for him. Damn him, he had me surrendering in seconds. I wanted him just as affected as I was.

I grabbed his hand, sucking his finger into my mouth. A harsh groan ripped from him and he ground a little harder against me. I ran my tongue across the tip, mimicking a different act entirely, and he was captivated, his hips stilling as he watched me. Slowly, I released him and dragged his hand down my body and up my dress. When his fingers brushed against my wetness, his eyes rolled closed and a harsh breath escaped him.

“Fuck…”

He plunged two fingers into me without warning, and I gasped, throwing my head back. He dropped to his elbow, dragging my attention back to him. His tongue pushed against mine, matching the rhythm of his fingers. Fire dumped into my belly and I raced towards release. But that wasn’t what I wanted right now. I wanted more. I reached between us, ripping his slacks open. The first pull of my hand against him, he growled, his hips jerking.

He pulled his fingers free, pulling out his wallet to grab a condom. I frowned.

“Leo? I’m on birth control.”

His eyes flew to mine and he stilled for a second.

“Are you sure?”

I nodded slowly. I got tested regularly and I trusted him. He searched my face, waiting for me to change my mind but I wasn’t going to. I wanted to be different from the lines of women he’s probably brought up here. I pumped him once and he grunted, his hand wrapping around mine as he guided himself to my entrance. When I released him, he thrust in one smooth motion, seating himself fully inside me, and we both let out a groan. His eyes slipped shut, gritting his teeth.

“Holy shit…”

He took a second before he started moving his hips. He was in no rush, his movements slow and measured. Wrapping my legs around him, I tipped my hips. Each thrust of his hips against mine fanned the flames, and the heat spread through my body. He brought teeth into play, dragging them down my neck. I tilted my head to the side, sucking in a breath when he bit down lightly. My hands slid over his chest and down his abs, feeling them tighten with every movement. His breath quickened, skating across my neck. He was starting to move faster against me and the thought of making him lose control made my belly tighten.

Leo grunted, his thrusts roughening, and I squeezed my eyes shut, right on the edge.

“Nikki. Look at me.”

I opened my eyes, watching the pleasure dance across his face, his hands rough in my hair as he kept me focused on him. Tingles spread through my body and concentrated in my lower belly until I couldn’t hold back any more.

“Leo… oh, fuck!”

I came hard, my hips jerking against his as he slammed into me. His own release followed soon after, his face drawn tight until it exploded through him. His breathing was harsh, sweat gathered at his temples, and yet he kept his eyes locked on me, watching me as I came down. I cupped his cheeks, pulling his lips to mine. It was soft and warm, so gentle after the desperate passion swept through us. I pressed my forehead against his, sucking in a deep breath as I prepared to say the thing I’ve never said to anyone outside my family before.

“I love you too.”

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