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Love Behind the Lens Chapter 37
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 drove to back to the gallery a little lost in my mind. Something was off with Sebastian. Maybe something really did happen with his family. I definately shouldn't be the one to judge seeing as how I had just been on a date with Valentine.My brain couldn't help but compare the two. Valentine was the dark to the light that was Sebastian. He demanded and commanded where as Sebastian asked and waited for my lead. Even their kisses were so vastly different. Valentine possessed and demanded dominance in a way that left me almost boneless. Sebastian's was sweet and inviting, encouraging mutual exploration that left me wanting to know more. I don't know what these men were doing to me and I was more confused now than ever before. This is a time when I missed the fact that I didn't really have any girl friends to ask questions of. Or maybe I didn't need them. I pulled into my usual spot and walked into the gallery seeking out Adrian. I needed to know how things went afte
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AdiraWith that settled, I returned to my office to continue working on the wedding pictures. I had put the folder of contracts aside to look at later and set my phone on top of it. I hadn't realized I'd gotten a message earlier and when I opened it I saw that Valentine had messaged me earlier.'Good morning bella. I hope you slept well and are feeling refreshed this morning.'I sent him a message back. 'I'm sorry I didn't see your message sooner. Good morning to you too and I am feeling well this morning. How are you?'Not even a full minute later my phone rang. It was Valentine.I aswered. "Wow. I feel special getting a call from the Valentine Rossi."He chuckled and said "You are special bella. It is good to hear your voice again."Now I laughed at his cheesiness. "You heard my voice just yesterday," I replied. "Many hours have passed since then. What are you up to today ?" he asked."I am actually going over some potential contracts I received from the showcase. What
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AdiraI had to admit the things that Adrian helped pick out were pretty awesome. I didn't feel too exposed, but I looked - dare I say- cute. I now had several new dresses, some cute jeggings and dressy capris as well as several cute tops to pair with them. I also ended up with 8 new pairs of shoes because I couldn't decide. Adrian even offered to sort through my closet to separate 'Adira' clothes with 'Petra' clothes so I would have an easier time figuring out what to wear. Luckily the main bedroom had a his and hers closet so I was able to keep them separate.I'd chosen a cute halter dress for my lunch with Valentine along with a pair of nude peep toes wedges. I wore my hair down and curled like Petra usually did and made sure my make up was well done. I took my truck and parked in my usual spot knowing that he wouldn't look for it there, and then walked around to the front instead of through the entrance in the parking lot that I usually did. The receptionist at the front di
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ValentineShe had been unintentionally teasing me all lunch with her blushes and her laughter. Watching her lips wrap around the fork as I fed her was turning me on way more than it should have and I could no longer resist. She was so different than most women and I swear everytime she looked at me it felt like my soul was exposed. It was slightly unnerving and yet I couldn't resist it either. I pulled her body tight against mine, her hot core pressing up against my straining cock as I plundered her mouth. I turned her head slightly to the side to get a better angle, our togues battling for dominance. God, she tasted so sweet. I squeezed her ass as I felt her hands in my hair and when she tugged it gently I couldn't help but press up into her, causing her to gasp and her head jerk back. I held her neck back gently and began trailing kisses down her neck while I pressed her down against me before moving under her a little. "Oh God," she moaned, her little hand tightening in
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AdiraHoly shit. That was the hotest and best lunch I'd had ever. I hadn't been planning anything with Valentine but I couldn't resist him either. The way he looked at me, like I was the only girl in the world, like he was going to devour me. He'd taken my first orgasm and left me only wanting more. I had started walking past the receptionist's desk, forgetting all about my pass when she called out. "Ms. Alexander? Your pass ma'am."I turned around and walked back to her taking the card from her. I thanked her and put the card in my wallet next to the one I already had. I drove back to the gallery on cloud 9 and realized when I parked that I had missed a call from both Gio and Sebastian. I hadn't realized that we'd taken almost 2 hours for lunch and hoped I hadn't messed up Valentine's schedule too much.I quietly snuck upstairs not yet ready to share with Adrian who I knew would have a lot of questions. I took a quick shower and changed before Charlie and I headed down. I
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ValentineI needed a drink and something strong after the day I had. My mind and other parts of me were still thinking about Petra - her pefect pouty lips, the look on her face when she came. Hell, I thought as I ran a hand through my hair. Soon, I would get her beneath me and make her scream. But now, now I needed a drink so I headed off to JJ's, an upscale bar that was only a few blocks from my work. I let my driver know I'd take a cab home. I sat in my usual corner booth and downed my first scotch while still answering emails from work. I also made sure that I had reservations for dinner on Friday. I was friend's with the owner of Empire Steak House so I just called him and asked for a table for two on Friday. We made small talk and he tried to ask which girl I was taking there. But I wasn't ready to introduce my friends to Petra. She was too... special maybe. I didn't want them to corrupt her or to go running their damn mouths which usually happened after a few drink
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Love Behind the Lens Chapter 127 - Epilogue 2
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
