THE BILLIONAIRE'S DEAL

Chapter Eleven

"There are many different types of kisses. There's a passionate kiss of farewell-like the kind Rhett gave Scarlett when he went off to war. The kiss of I-can't-really-be-with-you-but-I-want-to-be-like with Superman and Lois Lane. There's the first kiss-one that is gentle and hesitant, warm and vulnerable. And then there's the kiss of possession-which was how Ren kissed me now.

It went beyond passion, beyond desire. His kiss was full of longing, need, and love, like all those other kisses. But, it was also filled with promises and pledges, some of which seemed sweet and tender while others seemed dangerous and exciting. He was taking me over. Staking a claim.

He seized me as boldly as the tiger captured his prey. There was no escape. And I didn't want to. I would have happily died in his clutches. I was his. And he made sure I knew it. My heart burst with a thousand beautiful blooms, all tiger lilies. And I knew with a certainty more powerful than anything I'd ever felt before that we belonged together. "

― Colleen Houck, Tiger's Quest

Kassandra's POV (Not Edited)

Auntie Margaret left at Xander's penthouse after we had breakfast and chatting a little. She's so nice, sweet, caring and the thought of it, makes me remember about my mom.

Oh... I missed her, terribly! I thought...

I wanted to call her, but I don't have the courage. So, I went to the living room to unwind for a while. I fumble when my phone vibrated in my denim shorts pocket. I dig out the phone and surprised that it is my mom who called. I am hesitating to answer her call but, I missed her. So, I press the green button and answered her.

Hello mom... I missed you. How are you? I asked emotionally.

We were very much okay, honey. In fact, I'm gardening here in our backyard. She laughs softly. I missed you too. By the way, can I asked you something. She asked..

Uh... Yes... Of course.. What is it mom? I asked confusedly..

Is it true that you already engaged and you're in Boston now? She asked excitedly and happily.

Holy! Crap! How did she know? Did dad tell him already about the deal? No! It can't be! I thought frustratingly.

Who told you about it mom? I asked a little bit furious.

Just calm down, Kassandra. Nobody told me about it neither you're father and maybe he already read the newspaper this time. So, tell me.. Is it true? She asked.

Holy! Shit! So the news all about us. I thought irritatingly.

Uh.. Mmm.. I don't know how to say this mom, but... Yeah, it is true. I... I engaged to the son of Mr. Connell and I'm here in Boston to accompany him to his friend's wedding.. I said..

Really? She laughed softly. Oh! Congratulations honey.. I'm happy for you. I can't believe this! I'm starting to get curious about the story.. Oh! God! He's so devilishly handsome in this picture. She said excitedly..

Thank you mom.. I know that you're excited to know about it. I will tell you when I get back there.. Okay? I chuckled, thinking about what I said.

How I wish that everything happened was true. I thought.

Okay, honey. I will expect that to you. She said..

Of course mom, I will. I replied.

I fumble as I look at my wristwatch.

Uh.. Mmm... Mom, I want to prolong this conversation but, I have to go. It's already one o'clock and we have a wedding to attend at three. I'll call you later.. Okay? I said.