What He Really Wants

Chapter eighteen

EDNA.
I stared at him as if he'd grown two heads. 'You've got to be kidding me' was the only rational thought I had in my head. He wants to still be with me? I refuse to acknowledge it for anything more than the fact that he wanted his son close to him. What other reasons could there be? It's not like he's suddenly going to propose his undying love for me right? Right? I don't want him to either. That will mean he was lying and he knew how much I hated being lied to.
"Does that mean I've paid the supposed debt in full?" I asked. Oh hell no! I'm not really considering this offer am I? Granted, it's the best decision for Peter. I would do anything for him even if I have to settle with this monster. Somehow I knew that if I declined his offer, he'd find all the best lawyers that money can get to take away my son from me. He could be that ruthless.
"Debt?" His face expressed confusion.
"When we met at the grocery store, you said that marrying you was to pay the debt I owe for betraying you." I still couldn't believe that Alex went that low. I'm still finding it hard to believe the things he could do. Is it even possible for someone to have such power over you?
"Oh right," was that remorse I saw on his face? It must have been imagined. "Yes, of course." He cleared his throat jamming his hands in his pockets. "If you agree to continue our marriage, I'd have my lawyer draft a new contract and we'll never talk about what happened those four years ago."
How easy for him to say. Typical Alexander Laurent, always wanting his way.
"I'm not signing a new contract Alex, but I'd stay." He doesn't think I'd put myself into so much trouble does he? "I'm not signing anything from you ever again. You don't have to worry, it's not like I can run away. You're Alexander Laurent. You'd probably rip my kid from my hands if I cross you."
"For God's sake Edna! Do you really think I'm such a monster?" He looked furious, pained even. Why is he so confusing?
"Yes I do. Are you not one?" He stared at me for a bit before he turned and walked away towards the large windows that showed the great views of the city. I realize that I had struck a nerve but I honestly believe that he'd do those things. I wasn't going to apologize. He deserved it even he didn't think so. The things he'd said to me were far more horrible and humiliating.
I grabbed my bag and turned to leave. "If you don't have anything else to say, I'd get going."
"You changed a lot Edna." He said quietly. I almost didn't hear him.
"Life didn't give me much of a choice."
"I know. I'm sorry."
Here he goes again with his confusing actions. I didn't know what to say to that so I left his office, closing the door gently on my way out. What exactly was he sorry about? Am I sure I wanted to know? I'd hate him even more if he pities me.

ALEX.
It's been a month since Edna agreed to stay married to me and almost time for Peter's birthday party. He was very excited. He kept going on and on about who he was going to invite, what kind of cake he was wants and how many presents he should get. I was going to do everything he asks of course. I couldn't help it. It was his first birthday with me and I wanted it to be memorable. Edna let me take care of everything since I kept bugging her. It's probably because she doesn't want to be around me at all. Even though we basically sleep on the same bed, I could still feel the wall she'd built between us. I knew it wasn't her fault but it still hurt.
It seemed like we've made a silent truce to try and be as civil as possible especially around Peter. Edna smiles more now and even though she's always busy with her restaurant during the day, she spends time with Peter and I. I guess I have to learn to appreciate the little things in life.

The doorbell chimed and I went to let in the guests. Most of them were kids from Peter's school and their parents of course. The lounge of my house was expertly decorated but still gave a cozy vibe. Servers went around with champagne for the grown ups and OJ for the kids. Peter was running around, an excited grin on his face. Edna was still upstairs in our room getting ready. I got her a dress and a ruby necklace and prayed silently that she'd wear it. I wanted us to be more than just an arrangement. More than just whatever we were right now. I don't know if she was going to give me a chance but I'd be damned if I let that wall stand between us after today.

I watched her come down the stairs in the dress and the necklace. It fitted her perfectly and accentuated her hourglass figure. The color matching with her forest green eyes. The ruby on here chest glittered in the warm light. I released the breath I had no idea I was holding.

Once Edna gave her thank you speech and Peter had blown the candles off his cake. I found myself wishing that all the guests would just disappear but I remained patient right until the moment Edna tucked Peter into bed. The little thing was obviously exhausted and he dozed off right in the middle of opening his many presents. It was cute. The party pretty much ended after that.

I entered the room to see Edna taking off her jewelry. I leaned on the door watching her and yes, I know how creepy it sounded. I watched her throughout the party. What was a few minutes more. When she turned to look at me I literally felt weak in my knees. She stood up for the chair, her hair coming lose from the pins she used to hold them and cascading down her back. I wanted to run my hands through it. I moved from my position and went to her, our eyes glued to each other like some kind of trance. I took a look of her hair in my hands, wrapping it around my fingers. I watched her face, her lips, the way it parted. The way her eyes darkened. She let out a shaky breath and I don't know how I held unto my self control for that long.
I leaned towards her, my lips brushing slightly against hers. I wasn't going to push more than this. I'd leave everything to her. She reached up, closing the gap between us, her hands wrapped around my neck, her taste flooding my senses. I needed her, craved her.
Her kisses where like nothing I have ever felt before, her tongue snuck deep into my throats as it invaded my thoughts, I knew from the passion between us that we both wanted this.
I could feel the gap between us, she wraps her arm around my neck, so that she could taste me better. It felt electrifying and amazing.

Breathlessly, I pulled back to look at her face,There wasn't any way in hell that I'd let her go.
'I love you' I whispered. I began nipping her skin which caused her to let out a soft shriek.

All she had on was a night dress which was aggravating because it was the only thing responsible for not making her mine right now, that and mine.
I could feel the wetness between her thighs which sold her out. Never before in my life have I wanted someone so badly like I wanted Edna right now. It felt like I had been electrocuted at every pleasure point in my body.
I placed her on the bed. She opened her thighs wide as she gave me a full view of her. I buried my face in her, dropping soft kisses.
'Alex' she mewled my name. Which must be the cue to continue whatever I was doing to her.
'Can I take your clothes?' I asked even though I knew the answer to my question.
'Yes please' she breathily answered
I hurriedly did that like I was the flash. As I was about to continue my business she stopped me and made a move to pull off my clothes.
Now there was nothing in our way. My eyes roamed from her lips to her thighs.
I attacked her mouth with kisses. This was going to be a long night of passion. She wanted to be the one in control, she tortured me with kisses as she nipped  at every part of my body. I regained back my control. I slowly moved my hands to her panties. I twirled it around my finger before slipping it inside.
She released a light throat noise.
'Alex please' she begged me.
I smirked knowing she wanted me to.
My length slipped into her, I moved so slowly that I thought she was going to fAint from the pleasure she was getting. I had never felt so complete. Moan after moan escaped her mouth.
My movements became faster and demanding as I held her hand tight on the bed. I did this to hit the perfect spot over and over.
'You are mine Edna' I whispered to her while nibbling her earlobe
'I am yours Alex' she replied.
The feeling was euphoric and I wanted it all over again.