Daddy's Little Pet | 18+

|Lovers Spat|

ROBERT

"Mr. Clarke. Someone's waiting for you in the office."

As my secretary leaned over the table and whispered something into my ear, I looked up from the conference desk, trying my best not to scowl.

"And why are you telling me this? I said I didn't want any interruptions or intrusions, right? I'm in the middle of a crucial conversation here." I motioned to the board members seated dutifully, waiting for me to continue our discussion. "Any visitor is welcome to wait. I'll take care of them after I finish here."

But my secretary wasn't paying attention. "The visitor appears adamant about seeing you right now." She continued, her brow furrowed. "She is..."

"She?"

"Yes. The guest is a lady. A certain Miss Renee."

Renee? Holy shit! What was she doing here? My lips twitched, and my eyes widened in surprise.

"Did you say, Miss Renee?" I asked, this time softly.

"Yes sir, that's right," my secretary replied with a nod.

"Oh... But it won't be Miss Renee for long. Mrs. Clarke would be a better fit." I mused aloud, grinning as I saw my secretary's stunned expression.

"What... what... what should I say to her?" My secretary stuttered. "Should I call security to send her away and...?"

"No!" I snapped. "I'll be right there."

"Alright, sir." She nodded, turning away, and I watched her leave.

As the door to the conference room closed behind her, I turned to face my board and cleared my throat, trying to remain professional despite the rush of adrenaline coursing through my veins.

"Please excuse my secretary's unannounced arrival, and I'd like to apologize for my sudden exit. I've just been informed of a critical matter requiring my immediate attention. This meeting will be adjourned, and we'll reconvene at 10 a.m. tomorrow. Any objections?" I checked to see if anyone had any complaints, and when I didn't get any, I added, "Good. Please excuse me, ladies and gentlemen."

With a grateful bow, I rose from my chair and exited the conference room, going down the hallway toward my office.

My mind was buzzing with anticipation and excitement as I wondered why Renee had decided to stop by.

Was it because she missed me? Was she here to settle our differences or... and then it hit me.

She must have gotten the gift. That was the only logical reason for her visit, and the thought made me smile.

My feisty woman was probably here to kick up a fuss about it.

She'd warned me countless times that she didn't want any more gifts, and I guess buying her the restaurant was the straw that broke the camel's back.

I mean, it brought her to me, which was a significant achievement. It didn't count for much because I knew she was here to raze down the whole building, but then... damn! I missed Renee so much, and all that mattered right now was seeing her face.

My steps quickened until; finally, I reached the entrance to my office, breathing heavily as the door flew open, and I skidded inside.

Instantly I spotted her. She stood by my desk, hands clasped tightly in front of her chest, shoulders straight back and tall, head held high, and a determined frown on her face.

The sight of her caused an unexpected jolt in my heart, and the soft smile on my face widened. Fuck!

I wondered how long it'd been since I'd seen her, and now more than ever, I wish I could reach out, pull her into an embrace, and kiss her senselessly. Damn!