The Office Affair

Chapter 31

"Thank God." He leans in and pushes the hair off my face. His face lingers inches from mine for what felt like forever. His eyes drift between mine, then to my lips. My body begins to ache for him, wanting and needing his touch.

I reach up to touch his face, wanting to feel the roughness of his stubble against my hand but he grabs my wrist in perfect timing and pulls me toward his body.

"It drives me crazy when you look at me like that. As if you want me more than anything or anyone. As if you're ready to have me right here and now. As if you desire every inch of me."

His lips brush against mine as he speaks. "Damn. How will I stop wanting you?"

Unable to hold out any longer, I press my mouth to his. My lips part to allow his tongue to connect with mine. I free my wrists from his grip and run my hands through his hair. I hear him growl in response, his entire body tensing under my touch.

His hands slide down my waist, down my hips, then settle on my ass. He pulls me close, and I can feel he's getting hard. I gasp, opening my mouth wider, welcoming his tongue deeper. Our kiss is becoming more heated and passionate by the second.

If we don't stop now, I know where this will be heading. "Jocelyn, I want you. Your place or mine?"

"We can't. We'll keep running in circles that way."

When I pull away, his eyes are to the ground, his chest breathing heavily.

"I'll never get enough of your taste. But I know this is how it has to be...for now."

"That doesn't make things easier."

"I know. We work together. And even if we weren't...I don't date. I don't have time for that."

"I fully understand. This is just an outlet for you, isn't it?"

"I suppose...Wait, no! We're talking about you. You're not an "outlet". You're...way too interesting for that. But we should stop this conversation before it goes in a direction, we might both regret in the office tomorrow. Let me drive you home."

"Okay. Thanks."

When I get home, I notice I have one unread text. Huh, Bryce... 

Bryce: Thanks again for today.

Jocelyn: You're welcome- again!

Bryce: I actually messaged you to find out one thing...Did you smile when you saw my name pop up on your phone?

Jocelyn: Only my biggest, cheesiest grin.

Bryce: Good. I'm glad Melany asked you to the recital. I can't wait to see you again. I'll pick you up at 7 pm. She's staying at a friend's house afterwards, so if you want, you're welcome to come back to my place for a drink.

Jocelyn: What if I don't drink?

Bryce: I was trying to be subtle. If I typed what I really wanted to do with you...you'd probably get fired. I smiled. Oh!