They strode hand in hand through the mansion , like old fashioned lovers . Servers polished silver trays and wiped crystal glasses, stacking them in preparation for the something it seemed . A young girl swept the shining wooden floors while two other boys set chairs atop the empty tables.
"Sir , everything is in preparation as requested " said the girl with the broom , her Créole accent lilting.
Luca nodded .
The girl stepped back . Then dipped into a bow .
A minute passed before a dark-skinned gentleman approached from behind a swinging door. Almost like they have been waiting for him , Luca puts a hand on her lower back to escort her outside
It was a perfect spring morning .
" This is Exquisite " Adalie said to Luca as they made their way up the lane into the mansion's front lawn , brick exterior had been whitewashed, the shutters painted a fashionable shade of dark green. Porches enclosed all three of the home's elegant stories, offset by white latticework and intricate wrought iron. Vines of powdery blue wisteria snaked up one side of the impressive edifice.
" I suppose ," he replied , Luca took her hand in his, his touch fervent. Unmistakable in its affection , the butterflies start to stir again . His smallest finger curled around hers. She smiled, and was rewarded with a grin that crinkled the corners of his eyes and softened the severe set to his lips.
Adalie was all at once struck by the thought that she should kiss Luca .
A jarring sensation rippled through her bones. One awareness. She tilted her head up towards the roof of the mansion shielding her eyes from the morning sun , When Adalie caught sight of two men standing with AK-47's , her fingers started to shake , her heart pounding
Luca walking beside her had not yet noticed her distress.
Adalie grasp his hand tightly in an attempt to conceal her trembling
Luca started, concern lining his brow. "Adalie ?"
trying in vain to calm herself. " Sir , we ready to go ?" a male voice said from behind her, tugging at her already frayed composure. The dark skinned gentleman stood by waiting for them to get in the Black Cadillac Escalade Suv
Adalie mused a moment before responding. "why are their gentleman with Guns on the roof ? ."
he said without preamble. " They're my security " He glanced about.
" security " she said, defiant.
" Yes ."
He almost smiled.
He then led Adalie into the Suv ,she settled into the backseat , her marigold silk skirts rustling
Had Priscilla done the right thing to warn Adalie about Luca ?
She swallowed. Stared out the tinted windows, determined not to let these worries dampen her spirits , A warm feeling-akin to the sensation of settling in a hot bath-spread across her skin. Perhaps it was better for her to forget this encounter
"Are you afraid ." Despite Luca's reticence, a grin ghosted across his lips
His green eyes danced.
Adalie weighed her response before making it-" no "
A fond light entered Luca's gaze.
It was a mistake for her to edge closer. For the briefest of instants, Luca's gaze dipped to Adalie chest. She flushed crimson . he bit down on his jaw & she had the distinct feeling he wanted to reach for her just as much as she wanted to reach for him. Wanted to touch her as much as she wanted to touch him.
In all her 19 years, Adalie had never beheld a more beautiful young man.
His face was sculpted bronze, his cheekbones cut from glass. Half-lidded eyes , framed by sooty black lashes. A hint of stubble shadowed his jawl
brows heavy and low across his forehead. But it was his perfect mouth that arrested Adalie . Made her breath catch and her heart pound.
Everything about him suggested sin.
When they turned the corner and she saw her street , she made a promise to herself that she would ignore the descending darkness from Priscilla for today and worry about her performance she has booked at a private party tonight .
she sent a smile to the young man beside her.
" this is me " she said , staring up at the two-storied building of red brick, its narrow double doors and lacquered shutters glistening like polished pewter.
Luca's lips pursed, his Emerald eyes shifting across her face in slow deliberation. He nodded.
Then He glided closer toward her, his movements liquid . His eyes were the oddest color, the green of molten Emeralds . An unreadable emotion crossed his face, causing his pupils to flash as if he were a panther.
"i do wish I see you again Adalie " he said, his whisper like ice against her skin. He reached for her, then pulled back
Though her voice trembled, Adalie did not falter or look away. "Soon I hope ."
"Rest assured, I'll make sure I see you again ."
"You will ? ." Adalie drew closer till they were an inch apart.
stricken by the breadth of her desire. He swallowed, his eyes unblinking. He nodded
Adalie had no idea if he was lying or did he actually enjoy the short time they have spent together but she vowed to herself that she would not overthink this and just live in this moment here and now
Adalie lifted a hand to his face . Then stopped herself , over his shoulder a disheveled Priscilla stood on the balcony scowling a dissapointing look at Adalie .
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Forever Or Never
RomanceOnyx is a city ruled by the Ophidian Cartel . But to 19 year old Adalie Riva , Onyx is the land of opportunity as she leaves home to become a sultry jazz performer . Adalie is quickly enraptured with the vibrant city from its music , it's food and...
