Lust & Love

Part 9

How would I describe mine and Steve's current relationship over the last 2 weeks? Well, I'd admit I can still act a bit bratty around him. But only because it builds up for some great sexual tension. When we first met, his word was the last word no matter how I tried to rebel. But now all I have to do is flutter my eyelashes at him and I can get away with anything.

As for James, I've fallen head over heels. He's romantic, caring and has incredible skills with his tongue. Although me and James have been publicly together, we're still keeping Steve's involvement on the down low. Luckily as he's known as my bodyguard, we don't get a double look when out together.

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"Sweetheart, I can't stay in bed all day"
"Yes you can, technically I'm your boss" I giggle and hold onto Steve tight.
"Your dad is my boss"
"And he hired you to protect me, I think you're doing a grand job right here"
His face goes serious then his hands come to my sides and tickles me.
"Steve!! St-stop" I can't contain my laughter.
"Apologise for being a brat"
"I'm-im-sorry!" I say out of breath and he stops and kisses me before getting out of bed.
"How about I take you out this afternoon?"
"Like a date?" My face lights up.
"Yes sweetheart. See you at 3?"
I nod in response as he leaves.

I get my usual lunch time call from James and tell him about Steve's date proposal. Im excited to spend quality time with him, I'm yet to see him be very romantic. At 3pm I meet Steve at the lobby and he walks me outside to his shiny new black jeep. It's big, bulky and aggressive, just like Steve.
"Where are we going?" I look over to him.
"I thought we could start with bowling then walk?"
"Didn't take you for a bowler?"
"I'm alright" he smirks down at me. Little does he know I'm an excellent bowler.

We play two games, I win both. It was a lot of fun and nice to Steve laughing. Afterwards we drive to the beach walk. Once we park up Steve gets out and rounds the car to my door, not letting me out till he's assessed the area. I think it's a bit over the top but I know it's his job. As we walk I take his hand, expecting him to let go but he doesn't.
"What if your picture gets taken, we'll be local news"
"It doesn't bother me Steve, I don't care about my social status. But if it bothers you-"
"No. It doesn't bother me" he keeps me close to him the whole time. It makes my heart swell knowing he was concerned for my feelings.

After a while the evening creeps in and we head back to the hotel. Once we're in the elevator he wastes no time and kisses me, more gently then his normal act.
"I had a really nice day thank you Stevie"
"Me too Sweetheart"
The elevator dings and I step out but he doesn't. "Have a good night Princess" He nods up the stairs and presses the button to close the doors.

Slightly confused, I make my way up. I start to hear light jazz playing in the kitchen and follow it. The sun is setting and the terrace doors are open. Outside the terrace is covered in red roses and in the centre is James. He turns around and sees me as I step outside. He reaches out his hand.
"Come here Doll" I take his hand.
"What is all this?" I want to look at the roses but can't tear my eyes away from his. He looks so handsome.
"You had a good day?" He tucks a strand of hair behind my ear and kissed my lips softly.
"Yes, kicked his ass at bowling" I giggle.
"Knew you would" he says before kissing me again. He pulls back and holds my hands.

"Isabella, there's not a second of the day you don't consume my thoughts. You're the most beautiful girl in the world and you make me the happiest guy alive. And don't get me started on the sex" I hit his chest and he smiles.
"I love you Isabella, with all my heart"
"I love you too James, I have for a while" I confess. He picks me up and spins me around before taking me into a long kiss.
"Can I call you my girlfriend?"
"Yes! Yes you can" I giggle and he squeezes me tight.
"I love you" he whispers.
"I love you too" I whisper back.

I wake up late the next day, my body sore from the hours of pleasure James put me though. He knows every inch of my body. He always takes his time to make me feel good before his own release. I feel like the happiest girl in the world. Even though my feelings for James are so strong, I can feel myself falling for Steve more and more everyday. His shell is just a little harder to crack through.

I hear James on the phone in the bathroom and it sounds heated.
"Everything alright?" I ask as he comes back into bed.
"Steve's going to be away for a few days, so I'll take you anywhere you need to go" he kisses my forehead.
"Where's he gone?"
"New York, he's the best for the job, nothing to worry about"
"What job?" I thought his job was being a bodyguard.
"Baby, I don't know how much Steve has told you about his past before he came here, but sometimes he's required when a bit more persuasion is needed to gain certain information"
I don't ask any more on the matter, but I feel like I'm not being told the full story.

A week goes by and I don't hear from Steve. I've left him multiple texts and tried to call him. James said it would only be a few days and any time I try to get more details from him, he shuts it down.