Billionaire Temptations: Rich, Ruthless & Obsessed

Chapter 20

Chapter Twenty

Wes

I carried her up the stairs and to my bedroom, where I made love to her multiple times during the night. After everything she told me, I now understood why she did the things she did. She was so strong yet broken inside. Things in my mind became much clearer now that I knew more about her. She wasn’t after me for my money. She had her own. She liked me for who I was as a person and not just the material things I could offer her.

She lay her head on my chest as she soundly slept, and I softly stroked her hair. Was this the girl I’d been waiting for my whole life? I asked that same question that night in Paris because I felt something I’d never felt before when I was with her. But I’d never see her again, yet she was here, in my bed in New York City.

“It’s time to get up,” I quietly spoke as I pressed my lips against her shoulder.

She rolled over and greeted me with a warm morning smile.

“Do we have to go to work today?”

“Yes, and don’t forget your friend is coming in.”

“Oh shit!” She quickly sat up. “I did forget. I have to get home and change clothes.”

“Relax.” I grabbed her hand as she tried to get out of bed. “We have plenty of time. Let’s take a quick shower, and then we’ll head to your place on the way to the office.”

“We’ll be late, and if we walk in together, people will talk.”

“Then let them talk. I don’t care.”

We took a shower that lasted longer than I anticipated, but it was well worth it. After we got dressed, we headed back to Anna’s place.

“Well, well. Good morning, Sunshines.” Franco grinned as we walked through the door.

“No time to chat, Franco. I have to hurry and change,” Anna spoke.

“Coffee?” Franco asked me.

“Sure. Do you have to-go cups?”

“I do.” He slyly smiled. “Everything good between you two?”

“Yeah. Everything is good.” I smiled. “She told me about her childhood last night.”

“Pretty brutal, right?”

“I can’t even imagine,” I said. “What her parents put her through was awful.”

“I’m ready,” Anna spoke as she flew down the stairs.

“Your coffee, Madame.” Franco smiled as he handed her the to-go cup.

“Thanks. You’re a lifesaver.” She kissed his cheek. “Don’t forget about Becca.”

“I haven’t forgotten about her. I’m actually heading to the airport soon.”

We were an hour late to the office, and when we walked in, all eyes turned to us.

“Good morning, Mr. Carter,” Tori said.

“Good morning, Tori. Aren’t you going to say good morning to Anna?”

She cleared her throat.

“Good morning, Anna.”

“It’s more than a good morning, Tori. It’s a fabulous morning.” She grinned.

Anna took her seat behind her desk, and I walked into my office. As soon as I got settled, Christopher walked in.

“I saw you and Anna walking in together. An hour late, may I add.” He smirked.

“We had a good talk last night. I told her about Alexa, and she told me about her childhood.”

“That’s good. So now what?”

“I guess we’re going to see where things go.”

“Alright. I’m happy to hear that. These contracts need your signature. As soon as you sign them, the Bradford property will belong to Carter Capital.”

“Thanks, Christopher.”

I had just gotten off the phone on a conference call when Anna walked into my office.

“Here are your messages,” she said as she handed them to me.

“Come here.” I smiled as I held out my arms.

She walked over and took a seat on my lap, wrapping her arms around my neck.

“You are the sexiest personal assistant I’ve ever had.” I kissed the tip of her nose.

“And you are the sexiest boss I’ve ever had.”

“Is Becca here yet?” I asked.

“She’s on her way. To be honest, Wes, I’m a little nervous to hear what she has to tell me.”

“No matter what it is, you can deal with it. I would be more than happy to sit in with you.”

“I’d like that if you have time.”

“Even if I didn’t, I’d make the time for you.” I placed my forehead against hers.

“Excuse me, Mr.—Oh my god. I’m sorry,” Tori spoke as she closed the door in embarrassment.

“Busted.” Anna smiled.

“Who cares. I know you’ll set her straight.” I kissed her soft lips.