Magnolia

Chapter Eight

Magnolia

As we entered the restaurant, all eyes turned on us in an eye blink. Feeling uneasy and nervous I lowered my head to seemingly avoid all curious eyes and intrusive whispers.
As we were passing I detected "Valentini", "that girl" and "how" in the whispers.

As it was for Daniel he had his usual collected demeanor, sensing my discomfort he brought me closer to him, his arm protectively scooped around my waist.

We were led to a corridor with several private rooms, and before opening the door Daniel turned to me "Close your eyes."
I nodded and closed my eyes. I felt him guiding me inside and instantly sweet cinnamon and flowery scent with mouthwatering food aroma invaded my nostrils. 

Mild music was playing in the background which I noticed the music playing here in the private room was different than the music playing in the whole restaurant.
" you can open your eyes." I felt a warm breath lingering on my neck.

Opening my eyes I couldn't help but gasp loudly as I instinctively placed my hand on my mouth. I couldn't believe my eyes as I was taking in the large table that was already set with different steaming dishes, decorated with beautiful pink and white magnolias and burning white candles.

I turned to meet his blue eyes studying me with amusement.
" How...how did you know I love magnolia?"
He smiled widely " Well I'm a smart one dear Magnolia."

I flushed. I was wondering how he could get all the information about me, not even my phone number but details about my interests and my name. No one except my father called me Magnolia.

Feeling my bewilderment he took my hand.
"I'm really surprised. Only my father used to call me Magnolia."
"You have such a beautiful name." said as he sat next to me.
"Yeah I guess, but it's a weird name, and...I'm ok with Lia."

"Both names are beautiful sweetheart. Lia and Magnolia." and chuckled "Let's start, shall we?"
As we started eating, I realized how I was feeling comfortable talking to him, it was like sharing your memories with an old friend. His piercing eyes pooled with sheer tenderness as I was talking about my childhood and my father.
"I lost him 10 years ago. And my life changed since then."

"What about your mother ?"
I sighed "she's busy with her husbands. We couldn't have a good relationship, not like the mother and daughter stuff."

He was caressing my hand " well not everyone has a good relationship with their parents. I know the feeling as I'm not in a good term with my father. Not like the father and son."
I wasn't surprised, Dante Valentini didn't even attend his wife's birthday party.
" well I'm sorry." I sighed, I knew too well how sad it could be.

"Don't be sweetheart."
His blue eyes locked with mine as he was leaning closer "You're so sweet."
My heart was beating out of my chest and he whispered "Lia..."

The next second his soft lips were on mine as he cupped my face to deepen the kiss.
I was kissing him back passionately as I wrapped my arms around his neck.
I moaned when his tongue found a way inside my mouth. Burning with desire I whimpered when he broke the kiss.

He was caressing my cheek affectionately
" You're so sweet."
And smiled softly.
"Your lips... I guess you should refresh your lipstick."
Touching my lips I nodded. Unable to utter a single word I stood and took my purse.
I stepped into the corridor which led to the restrooms. My heartbeats didn't find a normal rhythm yet.

As I approached the ladies' restroom I could hear someone...moaning!!
I was so deep in thought about our sudden passionate kiss that without paying attention to the moaning sound I opened the door and froze when I saw the view.

Wrapping her legs around a tall man's waist a girl was bouncing up and down and moaning loudly. I was utterly shocked to move as the man growled and tilted his head while biting down her neck. My eyeballs popped out and my jaw hung open as the man caught me looking and slowly lifted his head.

Not being bothered or surprised in the slightest he loosened his hold and the girl turning her head and noticing my presence slowly pulled herself out of his embrace and on her feet.
Coming back to my senses I instantly turned to rush out of the restroom when someone took hold of my arm and tugged me harshly backward.

" What a pleasant surprise princess."
He said in his deep husky voice.

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