Chapter 48. Deep Realizations

Nicholas pulled on a pair of gray chinos and paired them with a black dress shirt. Acutely aware of Alyssa’s hungry gaze fixed upon him all the time, he had wanted her to see him, to desire him, long for him, just the way he longed for her. Deliberately, he did not strip completely as he had initially intended to. He wanted to build up the heat, knowing that she was as eager as him. He noted the look of disappointment on her face as she looked away and concentrated on her phone. Did his plan work? Did she feel the desperation? Would he get what he wanted from her? Would he finally be able to make love to her tonight, the way he wanted to?

Ready, he emerged from the bedroom, his eyes connecting to hers when she looked up. “Let’s go. Sorry to keep you waiting,” he teased, and she rolled her eyes, knowing exactly what he meant.

“No problem. I enjoyed the wait,” she smiled, playing along. A shot of excitement coursed up his body on hearing her candid admission.

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