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Love Behind the Lens Chapter 31
Adira The last few weeks have passed in a blur. It's now Thursday afternoon and I am tired, stoked and nervous all in one over cafinated bundle as Adrian and I go through the final prints before tomorrow's showcase. I still have to pack for the wedding shoot this weekend and Sebastian was taking me bowling tonight."Completely random, but have you and Sebastian... you know?" Adrian asked, noting that I was zoned out. "What?! No, not yet," I said blushing. "Now let's get back on track would you?" He laughed and replied "I only asked to get you to pay attention. This showcase is going to go well. And after this weekend you don't have anything on your schedule until close to mid June, so you can take some time to relax and get laid." He winked at me and I laughed shaking me head at him.We were looking through the pictures in the park of Marco. He'd made a good choice to stand out and do the shots outdoors, the natural light really bringing a healthy glow to his tan skin. "I
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ValentineTo say I was nervous would be wrong. I was apprehensive, at best. It would be easy. Just go in wonder around a bit until I saw her and then just apologise. I was still a little unsure about this but I felt like I owed it to Adira to at least make an effort. Chances were with her being friends with my father and Adira that we'd be running into each other more frequently and I didn't want those situations to be awkward. If she really was everything they said then she'd understand and would forgive me.I had only scheduled myself an hour to be here as it was still a work day for me and I had some things to wrap up with before the weekend. I handed over my ticket and entered the gallery. There were more people here than I had anticipated and I slowly made my way around the room. There was a lot of small conversations going on around the displays, blocking part of my view. What I could see though were well thought out portraits of people, her models, in a variety of pos
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AdiraOk so I was messing with him a little, but I also needed him to understand."Bear with me a moment. What do you see?" I asked him."A guy with his dick in his hand," he replied coldly narrowing his eyes at me. We walked over to another display, this time a woman's, Gabbie. I opened her book and asked him to look again."Now what do you see?" He looked at the picture and then back at me. "Do you understand? Most people think that men are the most visual when it comes to feelings of sexual desire and things of that nature. But that's actually not true. That male model gets more contracts for nudes or partials then two or three of the women in here combined. The passion that is in every line in his body is the same as the passion in hers. And that is what Adira captures," I replied. I hated talking in third person but I could see understanding in his eyes now."Sex sells, no matter the medium. But Adira is also one of the most professional photographers and her ability
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AdiraThe wedding weekend went off without a hitch. I actually had a really good time and I couldn't wait to get home and get everything edited for them. This had to be hands down the best wedding I'd ever been to and I'd told them as much. I had gotten so many good shots for them, wonderful pictures of their guests as well. I told them that I'd have everything for them ready when they returned from their honey moon, but had already given 10 of the best I could quickly touch up for them to release for publicity. It was actually a pretty smart idea - selling their own wedding photos to the media. It would help them recoop some of the cost of their wedding. I had flown back in on Sunday afternoon and instead of heading to my gallery apartment I decided to spend some time at home. The weather was finally warm enough to spend some time in the pool and that's exactly what I wanted to do for just a little bit. Before I jumped in the pool I sent Sebastian a message letting him know
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AdiraIt was mid morning before my phone beeped again. I had already arrived at the gallery and was corrently editing pictures with Adrian by my side chatting about the wedding. I picked it up and saw that it was Sebastian. I had completely forgotten that he hadn't messaged me back yesterday. I had mixed feelings about that - both towards myself and him. Usually he was the one messaging first and last. I would sometimes leave him on read when I was in the middle of a shoot and then remember later. 'Hey sweetheart. I'm sorry I had a family thing and didn't have my phone on me. I'm glad you're back and I hope you had a good time there. I'd love to see you for dinner tonight?'I sat there for a few minutes as my brain processed everything. I'd agreed to dinner with Valentine without even giving Sebastian much of a chance to answer. I mean we were just going as friends but things with him were kind of messy because I had some unresolved feelings for Valentine. But at the same
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ValentineI watched as she stepped out of the cab and she was just as beautiful as I remembered. I secretly enjoyed that she did not give in to me entirely, that she kept her own mind. I met her there and took her arm conversing as we walked in. This resturant was actually owned by me, though I was the silent partner. I had only provided the financial backing for the business and the decor which allowed Vicente to do his thing with the menu. Because of this I had a permanent table here, one that I could use like tonight or that I could loan out to friends if the occasion called for it. The server greeted me instantly when we walked up and showed us straight to the table. I could feel Petra's questioning glance, but I wasn't ready to show all my cards. The resturant was busy tonight and I felt hundreds of eyes on us as we moved through the crowd. I was not surprised as looking down at Petra we did make a striking couple. I loved her elegant look, classy. At least until I r
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AdiraI blame it on the wine. There's no other explaination for me willingly allowing this man's tongue to invade my mouth and fight for possession with my own. After a few minutes I pulled away to catch my breath, glad that he was still holding on to me. Chances were I would have fallen over if not supported by his strong arms. I stared up at him breathlessly, and he returned that with a look that spoke of secrets whispered in the dark. The lust in his eyes had shivers running up my spine. This was not why we came out to dinner. it was supposed to be a friendly thing - just getting to know each other and moving past prejudices. I certainly felt like I knew him better though, and he definately knew part of me better. I blinked rapidly before looking away and gently pushing myself out from his arms. Valentine was a no go. Not only was I seeing Sebastian - oh god poor Sebastian- but I knew Valentine was a playboy and he was Gio's son. I would never want to jepardize mine o
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SebastianIt was 5 minutes til 8 and I was headed down to the lobby to wait for Adira. I had missed my little sunshine this weekend and had been disappointed when she'd turned down dinner. What I had told her wasn't a lie. I did have a family thing. I'd gone to see my brother after his divorce and we ended up drunk at a bar in Austin. I woke up in a strange girl's bed the next morning, my phone dead in my pants that were on the floor with the rest of my clothes. I had a killer hang over and high tailed it out of there and back to my brother's just in time to grab my stuff and make it to the airport in time to make my flight, which luckily had been delayed. I'd seen Adira's message when I was waiting to board and was secretly glad she said no to dinner last night as it gave me time to figure shit out. I couldn't remember the last time I'd been black out drunk. She didn't seem suspicious and I hoped to keep it that way. What I did was a mistake and when I'd gotten home I'd call
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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
Love Behind the Lens Chapter 126 - Epilogue 1
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
