~You look so beautiful.... having your shaking legs wrapped around my waist.~
ALORA POV: He kissed me. Rhys Larsen kissed me. The touch of his lips was extremely soft and feather like but it was causing my toes to curl. It was making me crave for more and leaving me with anticipation. He did nothing. He did not deepen the kiss but I could feel that kissing Rhys would be a heavenly experience. When he pulled away, which only felt like eternity, I breathed heavily like I just finished a marathon. I warily glanced at him. However, he had his eyes on someone else. I tried to get rid of the tingling sensation on my lips by diverting my attention only to find that Linda was leaving. Now I get why he did that. In order to blend well with the crowd he kissed me so we would look like a couple and my guards wouldn't bother me. I let out a sigh of relief. However, that kiss, that lingering feel, the anticipation, it was only building. "Let's go. I will take you home." He grabbed my wrist me lead the way out of the arena. Soon, he hailed a cab and we were sitting in the back seat of it. Meanwhile, I was still in a state of trance. "Hey, you.... are you alright?" Rhys snapped his fingers in front of my face to grab my attention. "Yes, yes." I glanced at him from that corner of my eye and forced a smile. Rhys was making me feel like a teenager who just had her first kiss. "And I was getting worried that you might be thinking I really am a trafficker." He chuckled. That throaty and deep chuckle made me clench my thighs and it wasn't just the sound of it, but the way a dimple popped up under his lip on the left side. This man is just so beautiful. God really took his time and ultimate care in making him. "You have arrived at your destination." The sound of navigation made us jolt from our places. "Thank you for tonight, Rhys." I said to him sincerely. If it weren't for him, my secret would have been out already. I opened the car door to leave but he stopped me by holding my wrist. His touch sent shivers down my spine. "You didn't tell me your name." His deep eyes bore into my face that made me swallow hard. "Alora... Alora Scarlett." I whispered and he smiled. "Alora." He repeated my name like he is savoring it. "Here.." He pulled out his phone from his pants, "Punch your number. If you will need my help sneaking out, I will gladly do so." His words made me smile. To be honest, it isn't bad to have someone to share this side of mine with. Although I am not allowed to share my number under normal circumstances but tonight is kinda special. Without any hesitation, I gave him my number and left the car. I carefully walked inside the house. The lights were turned off. Since, it is almost midnight now, I am sure the housekeepers have left and other than a few guards outside and my Dad in his study, there isn't anyone at home. I tiptoed and stayed vigilant to not make any sound. Moreover, I made sure to take off the jacket that I was wearing. I also took off the wig and covered my head with the hoodie. Just taking few things off was enough for me to return to my natural state. "Where have you been?" Dad's grumpy voice startled me. I almost screamed at that. "Dad.." He turned on the lights in the living room and gazed at me intensely. I sighed and breathed heavily. While the disappointment he carried on his face, a tiny part of me was regretting sneaking out like this. "Dad-" "I asked you something, Alora." His words were stern and determined. I took a step closer to him, "I wanted to get some air-" "It wouldn't have hurt to tell us." His eyes narrowed at me, "You should have taken Linda with you. Do you have any idea how worried we were because of your action tonight." "I am sorry." I whispered, "But trust me, no one knows about me. You know I haven't made any public appearances yet and taking guards with me attract more attention. This way, I blend in with the crowd-" "Don't try to lecture me." He wasn't clearly not satisfied with my suggestion, "People are trying to find my weaknesses to get me. I need to win this election. You know how much efforts I have put for this day and I request you not to ruin it for me. Just stay put and listen to what I am saying." I fiddled with my fingers while my gazed was glued to the ground. What Dad said, it wasn't wrong and since my childhood, I have seen how hard he has worked to be the President of the country. He loves it, maybe more than me. That's why I have to live in this golden cage in order to fulfill his dreams. "I am sorry." All I could do, it was to apologise. "Go to your room. Next time I don't want such a thing to happen again." He made his point clear before leaving me all alone in the living room. I sighed and massaged my temples. 'I don't know whether I should be happy for meeting Rhys tonight or be sad for the fact that my security is going to be even tighter from now onwards.' I couldn't help but think as I made my way to my bedroom. Soon, I stripped out of my clothes and took a shower. After I was done cleaning up and drying my hair, I plopped on my bed and groaned. At that moment, the message on my mobile caught my attention. It was from an unknown number. However, I knew who the sender it. My heart suddenly started to beat erratically and I couldn't help but chew nervously on my bottom lip. After I opened the text, I was sure that it's him. Rhys: Was the mission successful? I smiled before trying, "No, it wasn't." Rhys: Ouch, that's bad. Are you grounded? "I am not a kid." I almost rolled my eyes, "But yeah, I cannot leave without security in the future." I don't know why I am telling him so much about myself when we just met but somehow, it felt right. Rhys: It isn't that bad then. My lips pursued into a thin line, "It's worse." Rhys: Don't worry, we can come up with a better plan to sneak you out of your Rupanzel tower. I couldn't help but chuckle, "You are a bad influence on me. I better keep my distance from you." Rhys: You want to keep your distance from me? Damnit!! I was thinking of coming closer to you. His words were normal. There was nothing bad about them. However, my entire body suddenly heated up. My cheeks were feverish whole my ears were smouldering. I fanned my face with my hands to calm myself. "There is a fairly thick chance that you are a trafficker." After a long pause, I managed to come up with answer. Rhys: *middle finger* I smirked. Rhys: Can we be friends? He asked so innocently that my heart swooned all over again. This man... there is something intoxicating about him which isn't good for my heart and my pu**y. He makes me melt in a way that I have never thought I am capable of desiring someone to this extend. Furthermore, he looks even hotter in real life. His voice is deeper than the pacific, his eyes... they are darker than the night sky. When I saw him, there was only one thing that came in my mind.... PANTHER. Rhys looks like a predator hiding in the darkness, ready to devour its prey and deep down I have a feeling I am his prey this time. Still, instead of keeping my distance from him, I keep on getting closer to him. There is something hypnotising around which I can't seem to wrap my hand. "I will have to think about it." I typed with my shaking fingers. Rhys: Sure. Take all time you want. He was saying. Then the typing bubble popped up again. Rhys: I can't give you the idea that I am a trafficker. I shook my head but the smile never left my lips. "Good night." I sent the last text and saved his number as Panther before putting my phone next to the bed, on the side table. However, I couldn't fall asleep at all. I continued to stare in the darkness and when I couldn't take it, I sat up with a loud groan. Although I was caught tonight by my Dad, still I was feeling satisfied and Rhys offer about sneaking me out of my Rupanzel castle was indeed tempting. I was still deep in my thoughts when I heard the knock on the door. In the next second, it opened and I saw Linda, wearing her black suit, her hair tied into a neat bun, her grey eyes shining in the moonlight. She is beautiful but too much of a workaholic. That's why, she does not have a boyfriend. "Are you okay? I heard a sound coming from your room?" She inquired and turned on the lights to look at me better. "I am okay." I told her and let my head hit the pillow. "Miss. Scarlett, can you please tell me where were you tonight?" She folded her arms in front of her chest, while I caught a peek of her from the corner of my eye. "Out." I gave a half hearted answer. "I am aware of that." There was this hidden fury behind her words, which scared me. I am sure she did not tell my Dad that they suspected me to be at the illegal racing site. Otherwise, he would not have let me away just with tighter security and a little lecture. I sat up straight and gazed at her. "You were caught in a CCTV near an illegal racing site." She added. "Oh my God, what?" I tried my best to act as surprised as I could. There is a convenience store near racing track where I usually disguise myself into a boy. They must have seen me enter into the store and when they didn't see me come out of there, they must have looked for me everywhere in the area. Deep down I was relieved to find out that my secret is still safe. The day they will find out that I have been cross dressing, everything will be over for me. "Next time please be careful. I know it sound incredibly ridiculous that you went to see some underground race, but those places aren't good. All sort of gambler come there and all sort of deal are made there. You will have no idea and you would be sold." She tried to scare me but pretty Linda has no idea that I know such better more than her. By the way, I wanted to laugh when she assumed that I went to watch a race. I mean, why didn't it hit her that I might have raced personally as well? They really take me as spoiled princess, don't they? "Okay, okay. I already got an hour long lecture from my Dad. Can you please stop doing it as well? I want to sleep." I groaned and pulled the duvet till my face. "Good night, Miss. Sarclett." "Good night, Linda. And please turn off the lights. I will appreciate that." I shouted from under the duvet and she did before closing the door too. "Crisis averted." I whispered after I was left alone. But I am indeed lucky to get away this time. There is no next time for me. I sighed as I expected extremely tiring days ahead. "I can't spend my vacations as I want." It made me sad and I missed my Mom. When she was alive, she always supported me. It's not that my Dad doesn't love me, he does. More than anyone else. But it is his duties that are drifting us apart. I shut my eyes as I tried my best to get rid of all the bad thoughts that started to harbour in my head.~I want you wet and ready for me~RHYS POV:It's been 2 days since I last saw her and damn... that girl is stuck in my head like she belongs there. I admit that she is intriguing, beautiful and passionate about racing. She got me hooked. Although I am curious about her identity and who she is, I couldn't bring myself to ask her. It looked like she did not want me to know. I even considered searching for her online. However, I dropped the idea because I thought I would want to hear it from her. I sighed as I put on my black jacket and left my room. "Mom, I will be late tonight." I informed her. "Where are you going? Don't tell me you will be drinking again." She glared at me with a stern look on her face. I couldn't help but chuckle. My relationship with my family is great. We are not like other families who talk once or twice a year. I love spending time with them, I love having a good meal with them and of course, I love talking with them. "Maybe you should really get a girlfrien
~I want to do bad thing to you.~ALORA POV: My head was a mess. I did not expect to run into Rhys at the restaurant. However, it wasn't the fact that I saw him at the restaurant that was making me anxious but it was the look on his face when he looked at me before I left. It was more like he was challenging me. Challenging me to do something crazy. "Gosh." I kicked my legs in the air and let out a frustrated groan. I couldn't sleep a wink last night and it is all because of Rhys Larsen. "Damn him." I ran my fingers in my hair before pulling off the roots of them. I tried to push all those ridiculous thoughts aside and went to take a shower. On every sunday, I have breakfast with my Dad and that's the only time in a week when I get to talk to him comfortably. So, I took a shower, brushed my hair and went downstairs. Dad was already sitting on the head seat of the table. "Good morning, Dad". I said to him before pulling the chair on his right hand side. "Good m
~You sprawled on my bed, naked and wet for me.~ALORA POV: 3 days later: I slipped into a formal pink colour suit while Mr. Smith and Linda took me to the office of the Riders. All the way my heart was beating so fast that I could feel it in my throat and it wouldn't be a surprise if it would jump out from my chest. The deafening sound was making me nauseous. "I have met up with the guys of the team and trust me they are really great. Mr. Anderson is also going to be there for you and Linda, you have to be by her side. I do not want her to leave her with a bunch of guys alone. Stay away from all kinds of trouble, stay away from any rumours. I do not want this plan to backfire." The hint of caution and thread behind Mr. Smith's words was more than enough to deliver the hidden message behind this he does not want me to involve with those guys privately. That's the jist of his warning. "I know I am not a kid and this isn't my first rodeo." I said to him, Mr. Smith has been working
~You look divine.~RHYS POV: I was not expecting to see Alora at the company. When I saw her, for a second I thought I was dreaming because these days all I can think about is her. However, the news that she is going to be the ambassador for the Riders was like a bolt out of blue for me. It wasn't that I was mad at her for doing this job but I was mad at her acting like I do not faze her. Alora is a liar, she is one filthy liar and what proves my point is the fact that I can clearly see that she is not happy to be with her boyfriend but the act that she is putting on in front of everyone is what is making me furious. "Are you going to watch our matches?" Oliver asked her. "Yes, of course. I am going to attend your matches. I am the ambassador after all." She sweetly told him. Please tell me she doesn't talk like this with all the guys.... The ping in my heart got intense. "Let's go. I have to show you around." I couldn't help but take her away from the guys otherwise these bunch
~My body wants you badly.~ALORA POV: When I decided to work for the Riders, I did not expect to stay here as well. However, it makes sense since I will have to make myself familiar with the way things work here. I took a quick shower to freshen up and changed my clothes. The dress seemed too formal. So, I changed into a comfortable pair of pants and a shirt. I wanted to go out and have fun, but the unnecessary security that I have, made it impossible for me to enjoy my stay here. Therefore, I was even forced to have lunch in the room, alone. "Linda, you don't need to go to such lengths to protect me. It's not like there is anything life threatening here." I tried to make her understand that she can take it easy. "Protecting you doesn't mean that I need to protect you only from the life threatening danger. Anything that can cause harm to your reputation, I need to stop it as well. This is a part of my job." She told me with respect. However, I couldn't help but roll my eyes. "I ha
~Let me be the fragrant taste that you desire.~ALORA POV: "Shoot your question first. I am driving anyway." Rhys glanced at me before diverting his attention back on the road. "Let me think....." I thought hard about the first question before asking, "Okay, let's start lightly. What is the biggest lie that you have ever told?" Rhys kept a poker face but suddenly that poker face turned into something naughty and I can't really seem to wrap my fingers around it. "I lied that I lost my virginity at the age of 17 when I lost it at 14." He said flatly like it doesn't matter at all. Meanwhile, I choked on my own saliva. I am sure my face had turned red. It's just that I imagined lil Larsen doing naughty things when he was in his early teenage years. "What did you imagine for your face to turn beet red?" He stared at me intensely. Meanwhile, I fanned my face with my hands to calm myself down, "What do you mean by what I imagine? Nothing." I just did not think that he w
~My hands can't touch you but my mind won't leave you alone.~RHYS POV: I did not expect such a reaction from her but I know deep down she knew that I was right. That's why she blew up. Trust me, that guy does not deserve her at all. She is not happy with him. Even a stranger can see it, but why can't he? It is extremely clear on her face and I am sure she is not even satisfied in bed. The way she clenches her thighs, the way her eyes glow up upon hearing something dirty and the blush that spreads on her cheeks.... it is evident that she wants me. But how did that bastard get so lucky to have her in his life? By the way, I am going to let her be just like she wishes and there will come a time when she will accept this herself and will come to me. Now all I have to do is to wait for that moment to arrive as soon as possible'When that time comes, I will show you what my real boundaries are, Alora Scarlett.' I said to myself like I made a promise and parked the car. Whatever plans I had
~I want to have you by my side ~ALORA POV: Dex and Oli literally dragged me out of my room for the drinks. I was tired from all the crying and was literally in no mood to face Rhys, but I was still dying to have drinks. It was hard to pass on it. So, here I am and I did my best to avoid him as much as possible. However, the way he kept on chugging drinks like it was water, it made me concerned. It was clear that his eyes were losing focus and he was getting tipsy. 'I should stop thinking about him.' I told myself. Soon, the conversation took a weird turn and I have no idea what went through his head... he took out his phone from the pocket of his pants and typed something. However, nothing happened. Time kept on passing, we drank, played never I have ever, ate snacks, teased each other..... This was seriously the most fun night of my life. In fact, I even forgot what happened between Rhys and I earlier. However, soon what happened shocked me out of my wits. A woman
~Taking her ex out of the picture for good.~ALORA POV: Today is Mei's wedding and for her wedding I am more nervous than my own. I carefully picked out a cream colored silk dress because that was the dress code and I half heartedly dabbed little makeup on my face. I don't know whether it is a good choice to attend this or not but it is too late to reconsider my decision at this point. "Alora, are you ready?" Henry knocked on the door and asked me.I hurriedly applied lipstick and answered, "Yes, I am." I rushed to open the door and found him standing there. He was wearing black tux and damn, he looked hot. At my wedding, I was so engrossed in my pain that I did not pay attention to anything else and I don't think I remember how he looked in person. All that I have seen are the pictures.I swallowed hard and barely managed to tear my gaze off from him, "Shall we?" I don't know why I have started to feel uncomfortable around him and this is a good kind of nervousness.Henry led the
~You are my personal whore in private. ~ALORA POV: I was extremely surprised to hear the conversation between Dad and Henry. Henry has always been good to me but I did not realise that he has been in love with me. If this is true, then Dad was right. The person who has lost everything in this deal is him while I am such a selfish asshole that I never paid attention to his feelings. This is making me feel terrible. He has always been attentive to me while I was always oblivious. I don't know how to make it up to him. Furthermore, as far as I remember, Henry does not like taking care of the family business, so why does he have to suddenly resign from the ministry job and work there full time? For once in life, he needs to be selfish and prioritise himself. That night, I kept on waiting for him but he never returned. Next few days, he continued to avoid having conversations on this topic. In the end, I have no choice but to give in. There is nothing that I can do except for wa
~Stay on the top of me, my cowgirl. ~HENRY POV: I was relieved to see that Alora has patched up with her Dad. Now, she has a real home to go back to. Ever since I met her, I haven't seen her this happy before. She was genuinely relieved to be on the talking terms with her father. "You should try this. This is the speciality of our house." Alora pushed the mushroom soup. I had already asked our house helper to prepare the dinner. Perhaps Alora remained shut in her room the entire day, therefore, she did not catch up on all the preparations that were being made for the day. Otherwise, she would have asked me about it. "Really?" Mr. Scarlett happily took a spoonful of the soup and nodded in appreciation. "I will have to ask my chef to get this recipe." He said and Alora brimmed with happiness. "Whenever you want to have it, you should come here." She invited him. On the other hand, I... who was quietly cutting the steak for her, paused for a couple of seconds. I don't
~Waking up next to you is my most favourite thing.~ALORA POV: I was sitting in my room, browsing through the web. However, I could not stop thinking about Henry. These days, he looks really tense and anxious especially after the visit of his Mom at our place. "Maybe I shouldn't have told him." I was rethinking all the choices that I have made. I am sure he went to their residence and had a pretty bad conversation with them. I exhaled loudly and planned on talking to him tonight. Now, I really need to start paying attention to him. That's the least that I can do in return for his care for me. I was engrossed in my own thoughts when someone knocked on the door. I was laying on my stomach, thus, I instantly got up and straightened my back. Even though I have been married for so long, I still care about my image in front of him. "Come in." I said in a loud voice. The door opened and I found him standing at the door frame. He smiled as our eyes met but I was surprised to see
"Grind my hole.~RHYS POV: Tonight, I am going to see my teammates from the Riders. Ever since I stopped racing, I rarely met with them. It reminds me too much of the old days and suddenly, it gets really hard to get by. I barely managed to get over the hard time. I do not want to get stuck in it again. But tonight, there was a special occasion. Thus, I had no choice but to go there. I handed over the files to Amber and drove to the restaurant where we usually meet. The second I stepped inside, I was met with the familiar chatters and laughter. When they saw me, their faces lit up. It's been more than 3 months since I last saw them. "Hey, cap." Oliver said and just that one word 'cap' was enough to make me feel all sorts of emotions. Suddenly, the blood was drained from their faces and Olie pursed his lips together as he realized the mistake which he had made. Meanwhile, I instantly forced a smile to ease off the palpating tension in the air, "Hey." I gave him a high f
~Cuddle me every night.~HENRY POV: Next day, the first thing that I did was to go and see my parents. They were having breakfast at that time and upon seeing me, my Mom's gaze turned wryly. I glanced at her and turned to face my Dad. He is the only person with whom I can communicate to some extent in this house."I am sure I made it clear that I don't want any sort of interference in my personal life from you two." I was talking to him but my point was directed to Mom."What happened? Why do you look so angry?" He put down the fork and knife as he paid attention to me."She didn't tell you?" I was surprised to know that Mom pulled such a stunt even behind his back.Dad's eyes narrowed on me and then at Mom, "What did you do this time, Catherine?" He questioned her. Perhaps it was better for her to come clean herself.Mom exhaled loudly and glared at me, "Your wife isn't what I thought she is. She really told me." She was disdainful."Mom, are you serious? Alora has every right to te
~I like it wet. What about you?~HENRY POV: I was excited to go home tonight. I have been missing Kylo as well and going together meant that we will have dinner together too. With those two with me, I feel like we are a family. It fills my heart with warmth and something indescribable. To be honest, this makes me look forward to the future. I hurriedly wrapped everything up and rushed home. Even though there were a couple of things I needed to work on, but I brought them home with me. I will work at night. Right now, all I wanted was a comforting time. When I walked inside the condo, I saw Alora. She was sitting on the couch, reading a book. She looked better as compared to last night. "Hi." I was in a good mood. She lifted her head from the book and smiled at me. This is the first time I have been welcomed so warmly. I plopped on the couch. Alora shut the book and gazed at me deeply. There was something different about her behaviour and it was alerting my senses. "Y
~You are the reason why I am alive today.,~ALORA POV:I woke up due to the discomfort in my back. The brightness in the room caused me to shut my eyes again and I rubbed them until I was comfortable with it. I sat up on the bed, for some reason, my body was feeling lethargic and there was also some pain in my stomach. I placed my hand on it to comfort it. However, my eyes suddenly fell on the man who was sleeping on the chair next to the bed. Henry was sleeping soundly. This was my first time seeing him like this. Even though he is my husband and we have been married for a year now. Suddenly, his words resonate in my head. 'We aren't less than strangers. Other than the formal events that we have to attend, have we ever got together in private? Did you ever suggest having dinner with me? Did you ever come to me to have a conversation?' He was absolutely right about it. I have never done any of that. I would only talk to him if I needed his help with something. That's it. Still,
~You take my breath away with your kisses.~HENRY POV: To be honest, I heard the conversation between Rhys and Alora. She wasn't back after a while, thus, I came out looking for her. It wasn't my intention to listen to them but things turned out this way. I am not the kind of a person who loses his temper often but when I do, I am scary as hell and right now, the same rage was boiling inside me. I hate how he was treating her and I hated it more to see how desperate she sounded. Even after all that, she was longing for one glance from him. While she has always been my center of attention. She is a fucking sun and I have no choice but to revolve around her. This situation was making me feel pathetic and I loathed myself. Soon, I heard the sound of the footsteps retreating and the sobs of Alora was the only sound in the air. They were heart wrenching. So painful that I wanted to get Rhys and ask him to take her. If this can make her happy, I am willing to do it. I let her po