What Love Is

Missed you.

I quietly  slided the gym  doors open , immediately spotting Caesar running on a treadmill. He was shirtless , chains of sweats dripping down as he increased the speed , a black sweatpants being the only clothing he had on ..
Well , technically the only clothing you could see.
Damn...I missed him
A couple of months had passed by and I had dedicated my time mostly to my books , writing tests , preparing for projects , presentations and so many school related..
Crap..

Things . It's funny how time flew by so fast , entering the 2nd academic  year came with it's stress and I hadn't seen Caesar in weeks. I mean , it wasn't like I was ignoring him because he was somewhat a  distraction...it definitely had nothing to do with that. The gorgeous man had his world to run even though it drove us both crazy , it wasn't gonna help admitting to each other how lonely , miserable , incomplete and desperate..

Such a drama queen.

....we were during those several weeks. December wasn't  filled with much of a celebration for me since Caesar and the whole family were out of the country , and yeah..they insisted we join them but I had an upcoming exam back then and I really didn't want to be distracted , mom and dad decided to stay back home too. We had really opened up to each other after meeting up with Caesar and his parents. Dad seemed to take pleasure reading a few of my poems and short stories. Mom tried her best to open up conversations , mostly about my drawings and school work.
It was as if Caesar came with a miracle .
"Kayla.."His eyes  lit up when he slowed down to pick towel and saw me .
"Babe.."My breath hitched when he drew me in for a maddening kiss ; possessive and demanding.
Teasing , punishing...all in a kiss.

He let go , after his teeth seductively tugged  my bottom lip. I gasped for air , my eyes glued to him the whole time.

Huuu!... ain't it hot in here.

"I haven't seen you in a while"His head tilted in the way it always did when he studied me , his dark brown eyes always seemed so intense everytime he did that. A wolfish grin took over his face.
"What?" It's insane how a couple of weeks without him could make his mere presence light up a fire within , I was nervous..damn his incredibly beautiful self.
"So , won't you tell me how desperately you yearned for me when we were miles away from each other?"A teasing tone in his voice.

Of course I yearned for you , don't rub it in you fool .

I cleared my throat , faking a confident smirk , tensely stuffing my hands in my jeans pockets.
"I thought we weren't supposed to lie to each other"I looked up at him.
His eyes lingered on me , before a soft laugh escaped him , I felt warm inside.
"Perhaps you just broke that rule"He dabbed a white towel lightly on his chest and neck.
" 'I missed you' was what I had in mind "I chuckled , finally relaxing after many days of longing to see him.
"That's just too plain"He playfully crunched up his nose and I bit my lip to prevent a giggle from escaping.
"Actually ,Miss K , I saw you everywhere , even in my bathtub"A cocky smile on his face as his arms enveloped me.
"Huh?!"I shrieked.
"What? , too much information?"He teased , soft lips leaving traces on my jawline.
"You mean , I was...you saw me.."I cleared my throat one more time.
One dark brow lifted up as he waited for me to complete my statement,my mouth went dry.
"... you know what I'm hinting at Leo"
"I do?"His eyes were laughing at me , dimples popping out.
Caesar knew exactly what I wanted to say , he obviously enjoyed my uneasiness.
I stood there like a moron , having no comeback. He knowingly smiled , tugging strands of hair behind my ear ,leaning in.
"I'm hungry "He huskily whispered.
My eyes widened , this guy was definitely set on torturing me tonight.
"....um..oh , you wanna eat"I stuttered.
"Unquestionably , Kay..I want to (he smirked)..eat "His eyes darkened with a hidden meaning.

Stop it.. Caesar cut it out.

"...."I gazed back at him.
"Pizza?"He suddenly broke the gaze , hiding a smile as he walked out of the gym ,I gaped at his shirtless back , now flustered.

Move Kayla.
His head turned slightly to glance back at me.
"Are you coming or not?"
"...yeah ,yeah I am(I stroded to him) , totally hungry for pizza"I loudly proclaimed.
" Totally. "He echoed with a chuckle , settling an arm on my shoulders as we walked to the kitchen.

***
"Yaya sends her greetings"Caesar muttered whilst we cuddled on the massive bed after dinner.
"Ahh..my lovely in law"I grimaced.
"How was the trip?"
"Incomplete without you."He stated.
"Awww..."I teased , perking his cheek . He rolled his eyes.
"Kayla , you know I meant that"He wasn't joking.
"I know sweetie. It won't happen again"I chuckled.
"Of course it won't"He frowned.
"Oh for God's sake, no need to rub it , I'm enslaved to you ,I get it "I joked , earning a laugh.
"Yeah , about that.."He caressed my hands , his touch lingering on my ring finger.
Aahh.. the inevitable conversation , I knew he didn't want to seem pushy ,but it was obvious how uneasy he was about our marriage plans hanging in the air.

"It's been months Kay ,and you haven't really talked about the date of our wedding. I'm not saying I can't wait but..damn Kay"Caesar sighed. He scowled  when I giggled.
"Oh it's entertaining huh"His brows quirked up.

Hahaha..Poor thing , you're sex starved , aren't you?

"I'll make it worth the wait"I playfully winked.
"You better do.."He chuckled , kissing me.

Girl , how you gon' do that?
Shuush

Don't. shush. me

"I suppose , now that  we're less occupied , we can start preparations right away"I smiled brightly. He sat up.
"Alright then. Let's talk into details about the honeymoon shall we?"He wolfishly grinned.
"Ohhh Lord .."I growled , hiding beneath the bed covers. I heard him burst into laughter.