Million Dollar Date | k.th.

{Twenty Two}

Sierra reached over to grab her phone that buzzed next to her, tempted to snooze the alarm but decided against it. She didn't want to take up too much space in the room, unknowing how much time Taehyung would need to prepare for his day.

She hurried out of bed and tiptoed to the double doors before opening them quietly but what lied behind them caught her completely off guard. Sierra's stare widened in surprise at the breakfast spread that covered the table to the right of her, gaze stirred into Taehyung's, wondering the meaning for such an elaborate feast. A faint smile followed with a low gasp eluded her lips.

Taehyung's eyes wandered over her toffee skin, glowing in the natural light that kissed all crevices of their room on the bright, beautiful morning. He gulped as the image of his fingertips, caressing and feeling her beneath him clouded him in a haze of desire. He cleared his throat and took a sip of his juice, gaze averting back to his food before him.

"Good Morning Mr. Kim." Sierra greeted as she hugged herself to combat the goosebumps rising as her thoughts played and rewound the imagery of his gaze, not to mention the long sleeved, emerald green shirt he adorned, contrasting in perfect harmony with his caramel complexion. His golden locks fell into an effortless fringe over his forehead. Taehyung's pink lips puckered as flashbacks of them against hers made her shiver. Her heart throbbed with every passing glance of his umber eyes, finding herself lost in them easily.

Taehyung quirked his brow that followed with a tiny grin. Mr. Kim , he thought with low scoff. Very well Sierra, "Good Morning Miss Harper." His octave, a tad lower and firmer than usual.

Sierra couldn't ignore the flutter she felt. She knew addressing him this way was a defense mechanism but she also knew that she wouldn't be able to keep it up much longer. She nodded, "please don't let me interrupt your breakfast."

"Our breakfast." Taehyung amended. "I ordered this for us."

Us? How thoughtful of him. Sierra took a short stride to the table and eased down into the seat that was already inches away from the table.

"Please, help yourself." Taehyung spoke before he continued eating.

Sierra felt her chest grow heavy with every breath she took. "Thank you." She reached for the juice and poured herself a glass. "So, I hope the sofa bed wasn't too harsh on you last night. If anything we could switch places tonight. If that pleases you." She offered.

A mental scoff vibrated in Taehyung's thoughts when he had a reminder of his steamy, late night shower. He caught her gaze again, "I would never ask that of you Miss Harper."

"You're not. I'm telling you." A confident smirk painted Sierra's lips as she took a sip of her juice.

"Oh? So, you're the boss now, hm?" Taehyung teases as he glided his index finger against his lower lip in a slow motion, feeling the tingle surfing through his skin.

Sierra chuckled low before uncovering her dish that held two buttermilk pancakes. Taehyung watched her with careful eyes, gauging her reaction. "I didn't know what you liked so I guessed. I hope that's okay." He explained.

"This is perfect." Sierra affirmed as she began to prepare herself for her meal.

Taehyung noticed the buzzing of his phone and glanced down to see Jungkook calling him. "Will I see you for lunch then?"

Sierra nodded. "Yeah. Enjoy your seminar."

"You too." Taehyung spoke before he grabbed his bag and answered. "So I guess you're phone is working now, huh?"

Taehyung couldn't see the smirk on Jungkook's face before he cleared his throat. "Sorry Tae I was uh...tied up."

Taehyung made sure the door was closed behind him before he exited the room. "Tied up my ass. What the fuck were you thinking?"

"Whoa! Whoa! Whoa! Don't come at me with that language, you ungrateful...you. I did you a favor."

"A favor? You did me a favor? How is it a favor for Sierra and I to be in the same room?" Taehyung huffed as he stepped onto the elevator.

Jungkook rolled his eyes. "Please. You know the whole reason for even inviting her was so you could sleep with her. You don't give a shit about how well our communications department functions in our office. I should know, because I'm the one who communicates with them!"

"I don't want to...ugh. You're just trying to get fifty thousand dollars out of me and it won't work. I'm a better man than you think."

"Pfft please. You don't even care about the stupid bet anymore and besides, who am I to deny if you slept with Sierra? However, if it was Victoria, I would drain you for every penny you have." Jungkook threatened.

Taehyung shook his head in confusion, "wait, what?"

"Ugh...hold on." Jungkook groaned.

Taehyung pulled the phone away from him, verifying that he wasn't hung up on before a familiar voice chimed in.

"Yo! Tae? Are you there?"

Taehyung sighed as he got off the elevator. "Jimin, why are you on this call?"

"Ask you assistant. Are you still moping about this girl? I thought we talked about this last weekend?" Jimin wondered.

"Look, we are not having a conference call about my love life, alright?" Taehyung gritted.

"Love? Who said anything about love?" Jimin asked.

"I knew it! You're in love with Sierra! Just admit it Tae!" Jungkook shouted.

"Taehyung, do you really love this girl? I thought you were just dying to get under her skirt but damn, did you really go to New York and fall in love? Oh shit! Wait till I tell the guys!" Jimin chuckled.

"Wait! Stop! I am not in love with her, okay? Nobody is in love and nobody is sleeping with anyone on this trip. I am here for business. So, nice try Kook but your plan failed." Taehyung attempted to convince.

"Jungkook?" Jimin called.

"Yeah..."

"Do you smell something?" He asked.

Taehyung rolled his eyes. "You're real cute Jimin. Listen, I have seminar to attend and I'm hanging up now.

"Tae, wait!" Jimin called. "On a serious note, if you really like her, you should tell her and if things happen between you two then let it be because sounds like this bet has turned out to be the best thing that has ever happened for you."

Taehyung allowed Jimin's words to rotate in his thoughts. "I have to go. I will talk to you later, bye." He didn't wait for a response before hanging up and hoisted his bag on his shoulder before entering the room. His steps were struck with a sudden pause, stunned by the person approaching him.

Her rouge lips curved into smile as she softly tossed her shimmering, copper tresses over her shoulder. Lids hooded while batting her long lashes slowly. "Well, I wasn't sure if I would have the pleasure of running into you, Mr. Kim." Her voice seeping with seduction as she subtly protruded her chest to hold it as the center of his attention.

Taehyung scoffed at the distraction before he cleared his throat to speak, "I didn't think I would be granting you the pleasure, Miss Baxter."

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