Page 2 of Obsessed Wolf Daddy

I turn slightly and then freeze, my breath completely stolen by the woman I see walking toward us.

She is an absolute vision of beauty, with long, wavy red hair cascading down her back. I can't help wondering if it feels as soft as it looks. Her skin is flawless, and her eyes are the most beautiful shade of green I have ever seen. She is wearing a simple blue sundress that shows off her curves and dips, revealing just a hint of her breasts, but still manages to make her look innocent.

Much too innocent for someone like me.

I am lost in her beauty until Tanya's voice brings me back to reality. "This is Saffy. Saffy, this is Cole Matherson. From Brite Mountain."

Saffy's eyes go wide as she suddenly realizes who I am.

Uncharacteristically lost for words, I reach out my hand in greeting. The moment our fingers touch, I feel a startling jolt of electricity, like I have been plugged into an outlet. It’s almost too much.

I release her hand, stepping back and trying to compose myself. Saffy looks up at me with her big green eyes, and my heart skips a beat for the first time in as long as I can remember.

"It's very nice to meet you, Saffy," I manage.

"Likewise. Everyone's talking about your new company over at Brite Mountain," she replies, her voice soft and gentle.

I watch her cheeks heat up, and I enjoy the sight immensely. It's clear that I'm having an effect on her, and that knowledge gives me a thrill. She looks so beautiful standing there that I almost forget why we're here. Almost.

"So, Tanya was just telling me you're her star student," I say, trying to sound casual but probably failing miserably.

Saffy smiles, blushing furiously before replying, "I don't know about that, but she's a great teacher."

"I'm sure she is. Not every day you find the FBI's top hacker teaching college classes," I say with amusement, my gaze still locked on hers.

We stand there for a few moments, just looking at each other. I can't help but notice how her eyes sparkle when she looks at me, and how her lips curl into a shy smile when she catches me staring. My heart races in my chest as an unexpected feeling of desire begins to build inside me. She's not my usual type. She looks so...sweet.

Finally, I break the silence, remembering why I wanted to be introduced to Tanya in the first place. "So," I say, clearing mythroat, "Tanya will have to arrange a visit for her students out to Brite Corp. We will be running an internship. I trust you'll apply, seeing as you're the star student, of course?"

Saffy nods eagerly. "Oh, yes, definitely. That sounds incredible."

I smile, satisfied by her enthusiasm. Her eyes seem to shine even brighter as she rambles slightly about how much she loves her course and her latest project. I can appreciate her zest for the subject, though, considering I am a bit of a tech nerd myself. She sure has a hell of a head start with someone like Tanya teaching her. I really have lucked out, having a ready-made future workforce practically on my doorstep here.

"Saf, can you help finish unpacking while I wrap these?" Tanya calls over, breaking the spell between us. I instinctively want to tell her to get lost. I want to hold onto this moment for as long as possible.

But of course, I don't. Instead, I smile and gesture toward the stall. "It looks like we're being summoned."

Annie is jumping up and down in front of a selection of cakes, and Emma seems to be putting a large order in, presumably to take some home for her boys.

I stand back slightly and watch as Saffy helps Tanya, my eyes glued to her every move. I can't help but think about the way our hands touched earlier and the electricity that passed between us. It was unlike anything I've ever felt before.

As they finish packing the last of the cakes, Saffy turns to me, her eyes meeting mine once more. "It was nice to meet you, Mr. Matherson," she says, her voice soft.

"It's Cole, please," I reply, unable to resist the urge to step closer.

She nods, a small smile playing on her lips. "Cole, it was nice to meet you. And you, too, Annie," she says to my daughter, handing her a sample from the plate Tanya is busy arranging.

I'm sure I can see a hint of attraction in Saffy’s eyes. I don't think I'm imagining it. There's something between us, something powerful and undeniable. I just need to figure out how to explore it.

"We should go," I say reluctantly. "Tanya, I'd like to set up a meeting to discuss the internships and a site visit."

I don't miss the hint of disappointment flashing across Saffy's face as Tanya turns to me and smiles. "That sounds great,” Tanya says. “Just have someone contact the college. It's very nice to meet you."

"Likewise," I reply, and I turn to nod at Saffy, my eyes lingering on her for a moment longer before I turn and walk away. Annie grasps my free hand and starts telling me about all the different cakes she and Emma chose to eat later.

We walk through the other stalls before taking our seats for the sports tournament. Emma's sons arrive, and Annie proudly hands out the cakes. She takes her role very seriously, explaining exactly what’s in each one.

As she snuggles against me, watching the games, my thoughts return to Saffy. One thing I know for certain: she's already on the internship list. She's not getting away from me.

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