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Love Behind the Lens Chapter 103
Adira I was actually already awake when Adrian brought up the coffee at 10. I had tried to sleep in but my mind was racing too much to allow me to rest. I'd sort of picked at some leftovers that had been in my fridge and was sitting on the sofa with Charlie watching reruns of Law and Order when he came in. I knew that he could tell right away something was off, but in so many ways I couldn't fully explain it. He sat on my other side and handed me the coffee and we sat in companionable silence for the rest of the episode before he spoke. "Are you OK? Did he put his hands on you?" He asked and I smiled. It was probably not appropriate for the question he asked but it felt nice to know that Adrian cared."No he didn't put a hand on me, barely even raised his voice. As far as am I ok, well I am conflicted," I started before laying out all of the events from the last few days. I told him how Valentine continued to pop into my head and how sometimes I would unintentionally compar
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AdiraBy the time I'd showered and changed throwing on a mix of the new me and the old me - a pair of cargo pants with a bright blue tank top and pulling my hair in a pony tail it was time to meet Gio for lunch. Charlie and I arrived there before Gio and decided to take a table on the patio today as it was a nice day with a cool breeze. We'd only been waiting a few minutes when Charlie spotted him and woofed softly towards him, telling Gio where we were. He waited patiently for Gio to arrive at our table before going over to give him some love. I stood up and waited my turn for a much needed hug. I sighed in Gio's arms and I felt his squeeze me just a little tighter before letting go. We sat down and ordered first before Gio picked up on things. "What's wrong cara?" he asked, his accent a little thicker than usual. Everytime he returned home and spent time with his family in Italy it did that. It brought a smile to my face as usual. "I believe things with Sebastian have
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ValentineIt had felt like forever since I'd seen Petra and even though my family had teased me about her this weekend I was looking forward to seeing her tomorrow. We'd chatted in small bouts as we could this weekend between her work and mine and the poor reception at the home. I was looking forward to our weekend away and set myself a reminder to call on Thursday to make sure everything was ready. We were still working thru my insecurity but she was still happily spending time with me.I was sitting at my desk going over sales reports and emails before our meeting when I got a message from my father.Adira agreed to do your photos. We're on the way. She wants to see your office and do part of the shoot today.Today? Shit, I ran my hand through my hair and stood up walking over to my private bathroom. I was a little scruffier than usual, noting having bothered to shave this morning as we'd returned so late last night. But I still looked presentable or mostly I noted before fi
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AdiraWhen I returned to the gallery I was surprised to see a large bunch of roses on my desk. I had to actually look up what the colors meant and was pleasantly surprised, both at the meaning and for him not sending red ones. The card was short and sweet - Until we meet again. I sent Sebastian a quick thank you for the flowers before heading to Adrian's office. We spent a few hours catching up on work stuff that I'd missed the weekend. He handed over a few new contracts that had come through and we revieed my schedule. I told him to take a few extra days off to spend with his family and he promised he'd leave early Friday and not return until Tuesday the 9th. He had gotten a lot of interest in the new gallery opening we had planned so he emailed me some samples from several different photogaphers for me to look thru when I could before he returned. I talked to him about taking some time off before the gallery opening to spend with my brother and he agreed it would be good f
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AdiraValentine called right as I was getting out of the shower and I had put him on speaker phone so I could continue to dry off and put on my pajamas. He made me laugh when I told him why I had to put him on speaker phone. "You could just have Face timed me. Then I could tell you if you were dry enough," he said the smile evident in his voice.I rolled my eyes even though I knew he couldn't see. Then we discussed lunch tomorrow and agreed to meet at a nice restaurant down the street from his office. I asked him how his day was and I got to hear his version of Adira coming to the office and how she was going to do the photos for his piece in Forbes.I congradulated him on getting a piece done on him and he kinda brushed it off. We laughed thru his retelling of me taking photos in his office. I almost chimed in more than once with my side of what he was saying but bit my tongue. He said he was so impressed with the one picture Adira - me- had sent it him that he immediately s
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Sebastian"Do you want to come back to my place?" she said and I grinned. I waved the waiter over and gave him my card so that we could go. I took her hand in mine and while I waited for the waiter to return I called my driver. He'd be outside in just a few minutes which was perfect."Are you sure bella?" I asked. She hadn't once invited me over to where she was staying, not that I had minded but it could be a big deal to her."I don't want to wait," she confirmed right as the waiter returned. I signed the check and walked out with her hand in hand. My driver was waiting for us right in front and after I helped her into the car I gave him the address of the gallery before sliding in beside her. As the driver got in I raised the partition and once we were moving I pulled Petra on to my lap. I had missed her but my dreams last night had shaken me a little bit. I had dreamed of Adira in the kitchen and how I'd peel that shirt off of her.I shook my head to clear it a little be
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AdiraAn afternoon quickie with Valentine was the last thing, well almost the last thing, I'd been thinking about but I hadn't realized how much I needed it. I needed to feel close to him and the last hour with him was like a balm to my soul. After he left I showered quickly and changed back into my dress before heading to the store. I had my list of things I needed to get for tomrrow and I wanted to get back home in time to prep. Charlie greeted me at the door and had fun running in and out as I brought things in. I turned the TV off and the radio on while I prepped snacks for tomorrow before heading out to my studio and setting everything up in there. I made sure the cameras were charged and I had emptied the SD cards. I pulled the one from my trip with Sebastian and tucked it away in my office with the other SD cards that had pictures on them. I made some pasta and had a fruit salad for dinner while Charlie and I watched a movie. About half way thru Valentine called and
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Valentine Why did she feel so good in my arms? She looked cute today - with her big eyes hidden behind her glasses but the rest of her clearly on display. Though her tshirt covered her skin it did nothing to hid her shape. I took a deep breath and rolled my shoulder and neck to relax myself before watching as she began to pose in front of the window behind my desk. I could tell she was in the zone and while she was too busy explaining the pose and the look she wanted me to convey, I snuck out my phone and snapped a few pictures of her.When she noticed she asked "What are you doing?" I quickly put the phone away and just shook my head. She narrowed her eyes at me but she didn't say anything else as she walked over to the table for her camera.We walked through several poses. At first Adira told me I was too stiff. "You need to relax. Right now you look like you've got a pole up your butt. Talk to me about your routine. What do you do in the morning when you first come in
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AdiraI was nervous for tonight. I'd waited til the last possible moment to fly home and had spent every waking moment over the last two days moving photos around and making sure every detail was good to go for this event. Adrian as always had been God sent organizing everything and keeping things moving here while I had been away in Greece for the last 2 and a half months. I almost didn't want to come back it was so majestic there. I had come up with an idea for the next show - which I'd shared with Adrian when I'd gotten back. The show we were doing today had drawn enough attention that we actually sold tickets for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, though I'd only be attending Friday's. My brother had gotten weekend leave to come and see my show and I was excited to have him with me."Do I really have to wear this?" he asked, tugging at his shirt collar and tie. I laughed and walked over to straighten them out before replying "Yes. Even I dress up for my shows. There's going t
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Valentine2 months.It's been 2 months since I've seen her, since I've kissed her, since I've heldd her in my arms. 2 months of antagonizing over every little piece of our relationship. I was so angry at first but seeing her face when Stella had been all over me had broken my heart. Something I didn't think possible at the time. I'd still been angry and unsure when my father forced me to read the letter she'd dropped of for me when she left. She left - heading to a completely different contenent. She'd written to explain how Petra had come to be, about her past, about what happened between her and Sebastian. It had taken everything in me to not go to his office and beat the living shit out of him for what he did. Even though I was mad at her, she hadn't deserved that. But now, after two months, I'd had plenty of time to sort through my feelings. And in some ways to sort of see things from her point of view. I was still a little mad and a little hurt, but I understood. I
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 125
AdiraI felt lighter driving from Sebastian's office to Gio's. I was glad that I'd had the chance to speak to him. This next conversation would be even easier and even though I would miss our weekly dinners, I had enough months traveling that this was nothing new.I parked in the spot I usually did and spotted Tony waiting on Gio. It was almost lunch time. He saw me and waved before getting out to unlock the elevator that went straight to their offices. I thanked him before Charlie and I hoped in and headed up. I greeted Gio's secretary and she waved me in with a smile. He looked up with a smile as soon as I opened the door and came over to give me a hug. "I am surprised to see you here cara. To what do I owe the pleasure?" he asked as he ushered me to the sofa. "Well, I got a contract I couldn't turn down and the timing couldn't be better. I'm headed to Greece for some time. I think it's just what I need. But I couldn't go without saying good bye to you," I replied smil
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 124
AdiraIt was early Monday morning and I was loading my luggage in the truck, checking and double checking everything. I was stuffy and felt my face was still a little puffy from my impromptu crying fest yesterday. I had decided that I needed to go through the pictures of my trip with Valentine and had found more than I realized. They were beautiful and still so painful but it was necessary. Now I could go to my dream place feeling lighter and more free than I had. I was leaving it all here. I had two stops to make before heading to the airport. Two conversations that I needed to have though one wouldn't be necessarily bad. I decided to go see Sebastian first. At some point in the future I would be quietly annoucing that Petra and I were one in the same and he deserved to know the truth of it from me. Giving him the truth and the opportunity to apologize was my way of helping myself move on. Charlie and I headed into the building and were greeted by the usual group of fol
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 123
AdiraI was as ready as I was going to be. I was a blend of Petra and the old Adira. This woman staring back at me is the new me. My hair was curled and half up half down, my make up minimal except my eyes which I did to stand out behind my glasses. Charlie stood beside me with his vest and bow tie on looking sharp. My phone beeped, letting me know that Gio was ready outside. "Alright Charlie here's to new experiences," I said grabbing up my purse and phone before heading out."You both look wonderful,"Gio said waiting by the open limo door. I smiled as I locked up and then away we went.Once at the venue Gio made sure that we were announced as Gio and Adira, even adding Charlie in. All eyes were on us as his company was sponsoring and my artwork was one of the pieces being offered up. Charlie was perfect keeping himself between me and the crowd putting me at ease despite the large number of people vying for our attention. What felt like forever but was probably only a few
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 122
AdiraWe watched as Valentine stormed out. At this point I think numb is the only way to express how I felt. Gio sighed and ran his hand through his hair. "He always was a hot head. It's the Italian blood. Well, let's not waste the food especially since you haven't eaten today," he said grabbing the food and wine and bringing it to the small coffee table. I watched as he went to the kitchen and returned with some glasses and silverware. I was grateful I was here with Gio right now as I'm not sure how I would handle this on my own. He handed me a container and a fork before pouring us each a glass of wine. I heard the TV come on and glanced over to see that he'd put on NCIS - another one of Charlie's favorite shows. We ate in silence and finished off the wine. At some point I nodded off and only woke when Gio laid me down on the bed in my room. I felt Charlie jump on the bed with me and I was out again.I woke early and laid there in bed with Charlie contemplating my next
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 121
Valentine"Valentine, son, wait, listen," Gio said standing and holding his hands out towards him in a calming manner. My brain was still trying to process what I'd just heard. Petra and Adira were the same person? But why? I mean, I was attracted Adira that night in the kitchen, the way that her shirt lifted revealing her cute purple panties and her giggling with Charlie. But why lie about it? Why wait so long after everything before saying something? Hell I'd been feeling guilty as hell about our kiss. But Adira had been dating Sebastian. Was that real? Was he just the cover or was I? When she wasn't with me was she really working or was she with him?I set down the food and the bottle of wine. I couldn't stay here right now.I had come to surprise my father with dinner since we'd missed family dinner on Sunday. Family dinner with Adira. Fuck.I looked around the room taking it all in, my brain still trying to piece it all together. I loved her, I loved Petra or so I
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 120
AdiraI ran like the devil straight to my room and locked the door before heading to the bathroom. I didn't care who he thought I was or what reasons he had, what he did was not ok. I felt dirty and angry and sad and guitly all at once as I started the shower. I threw my clothes straight into the trash knowing that I'd never be able to wear them again without thinking of this moment. I shot a quick text to my team apologizing, but asking if they can pack up the set and my cameras and just leave them outside my door. I cited an emergency and that I would return to get them. I turned the shower on scalding hot and stepped under it, scrubbing all traces of him off my skin. Once out I booked a return flight for less than two hours knowing that I needed to get home before the panic fully set it. I took one of the pills I carried for emergencies and packed quickly. My cameras and gear were in the hallway ready so I was able to make a quick get away. By the time I got to the air
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 119
SebastianHer body felt so familiar against me, her smell and taste one that had been seared into my mind forever. In one hand I held her arms above her head, holding her upright and bowed slightly while I cupped her pussy with the other. I could feel the heat of it through her tight pants and I groaned into her neck. I couldn't wait to slide into that warmth again. I nuzzled the side of her head in the spot I knew she liked before whispering to her "I'm sorry for last weekend. My brother had called to tell me that this fucking woman was going around our home town telling everyone that she was having my baby. I didn't remember sleeping with her, only waking up next to her naked. Even months later I couldn't remember a thing from that night and I knew something had to be wrong."I ran my teeth along her collar bone and felt her squiming. "You like that huh?" I said before doing it again. She froze and I continued, "Well long story short I went down there and confronted her wit
