Chapter 9.

THORNE'S P.O.V

Stepping into the house I let out a sigh of relief upon noticing that the lights were off which could only mean one thing, Caroline was most likely asleep and I couldn't be more thankful for that especially after the day I had.

Having to run a multinational business was no child's play, I loved my job but there were good days and then there were those days. Today being one of those days. I trudge up the stairs quietly, careful not to make any sounds so as not to wake Caroline only to be met with with a rather astounding surprise upon entering my room. Seated on one of the couches in my room was Caroline with a glass of wine in hand, the bottle of wine on the table as well as another glass. She was clothed in a silk red spaghetti-strapped nightdress, the red silk coat drooping slightly exposing her shoulder.

"Caroline," I speak, shutting the door behind me, "To what do I owe the surprise?" My words holding no other emotion except tiredness, I needed to sleep. Walking into my walk in closet, I drop my briefcase in it before shutting it, turning around to face her as I take off my suit jacket and tie, dumping it in the laundry bag.

"Care for a drink?" She offers, ignoring my question while motioning to the other cup placed on the table. Seems she's had this all panned out. Shaking my head in refusal, I take off my shoes intending to take a much needed bath.

"No thanks, I'd rather much go to bed. And if that's all you came for, kindly see yourself out." Saying that i head into the shower, stripping off my remaining clothings and then stepping into the shower. My words may have come off a bit too harsh but I didn't care, I was in no mood to be soft.

Once I was done showering, I could feel myself be more at ease, the tension I earlier felt slowly dissipating. To my utmost surprise Caroline was still seated in the same position I had left her.

"Why are you still here?" I ask, making my way into the walk in closet once more and getting changed into a pair of pajamas. "Did you need something Caroline?" I ask once more noting she hadn't said a word yet, still staring out the window while occasionally sparing me a glance.

She snapped her head to my direction, her sharp eyes piercing mine as she uttered.

"You." Cocking my head to the side I fold my arms, taking a few curious steps towards her.

"Me?"

"Yes you. Have a drink with me." I hesitate for a moment not knowing what she had up her sleeves. Taking her up on her offer, I take the seat opposite her pouring myself a glass. There was no harm in having a drink, but with her? I wasn't so sure about that.

"Satisfied?" The corners of her mouth pulled into a small smile as she took a sip of her drink.

"Yes. Would it be so bad to have a drink with me?"

"If it were to be on different terms then no, but we both know we haven't been on the best of terms." I point out to which she hums lowly.

"I'd like to tender an apology concerning my behavior." An apology? That was unexpected.

"What behavior are you talking about?"

"After dinner with Cooper and his Fiancée." Oh that, I nod in understanding as I sip my wine.

"It was uncalled for, I realize my mistakes."

"Apology accepted." Gulping the remaining contents of my wine, I set the cup on the table, rising to my feet.

"I need to go to bed, I have a meeting tomorrow." I mutter when she suddenly calls to me, halting me in my steps.

"Thorne wait." Rising to her feet, my eyes rake the curves of her body. Caroline had a lean figure, not too wide hips quite unlike Aurelia who was on the thicker side. Aurelia...why was I thinking about her now?

Shutting my eyes briefly I shake my head, trying to rid myself of thoughts of the black haired beauty, focusing instead on the woman before me. Even after giving birth to Cooper, Caroline never seemed less appealing. As she drew near to me, I could perceive her cherry-blossom perfume, her nightie had a low cut giving me a clear view of her cleavage. She had little amount of make-up, with her lips painted red which held a smirk upon noticing that I was checking her out. Soon enough she was standing close to me, a step further and we'd practically be touching.

"You asked if I needed something, I do need something." She whispered seductively, her hands nows trailing my bare chest as it traced downwards towards my torso.

"What do you need Caroline?" I whisper, my voice an octave lower mainly due to tiredness, I see her eyes darken at my words. Without a a word, her hand glided further and further until it palmed me through my pajamas.

"Ouuu, is someone feeling bothered?" Yes, partly because of a certain woman and partly because I hadn't gotten any action lately. But I didn't voice out my thoughts.

"Quit teasing me and tell me what you want Caroline."

"You." Uttering that single word while staring into my eyes, she allowed her coat drop to the ground slowly, my eyes following her movements before returning to her gaze.

"What do you say Thorne? A night to leave our differences aside and have a bit of fun?" Taking her bottom lip in between her lips, she glanced down at my lips as she drops the sleeves of her dress, slightly exposing her boobs. I thought to myself for a moment, her invitation was tempting. Perhaps this was what I needed to rid my thoughts of Aurelia, a warm cunt to fill.

"Fuck it." I mutter harshly, grabbing her by the hair as I slam my mouth onto hers. The kiss was rough and demanding, both of us fighting for control. My hands traced the outline of her body, going lower until I grab a handful of her barely existing ass eliciting a moan out of her.

Breaking the kiss, I groan huskily against her lips, "On your knees." She does as I command, slowly going down on her knees as I swipe my thumb across her lips.

"Good, now take my cock out and suck." Her eyes held a glint, excited for what was to come and boy did I know it was going to be a long night.