In Bed with the Ice Queen (The Ice Queen #4)

15. HELENA

Helena Wolfe sat at her large desk in her office overlooking the bustling streets of Los Angeles. It was good to be back and settled into what somehow felt like an upgraded life. The sun poured through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting natural light across the room. Papers were neatly stacked, and the faint scent of fresh coffee filled the air. Helena smiled as she thought about the merger with Thompson Industries. It had been a tough process, and now, everything felt right.

Just then, Sloane walked in, and Helena’s heart skipped a beat. Sloane had been the opposing lawyer during the merger, but now she was more than that. They had started dating a couple of months ago and were enjoying every moment together, even if they kept their relationship quiet at first, she had now come out to everyone and had no regrets at all

Although she had been originally consumed by what people might think, she had quickly realized that all of that fade into nothingness compared to the power of their love.

She loved Sloane and that was all that mattered.

Her father still pressured her in many ways, but Sloane had opened her eyes enough to realize she did an incredible job and he was wrong to doubt her.

He had been pretty unfazed by her coming out. Her family had been much less shocked than she had imagined as if they already suspected.

“Hey, Helena,” Sloane said, her eyes sparkling. “I brought the revised contract for the new marketing team.”

“Great! Come sit down,” Helena replied, her voice bright with enthusiasm.

Sloane took a seat across from Helena, placing the documents on the desk. “I think these are going to help the team understand their roles better.”

Helena glanced at the paperwork. “This looks perfect. You always manage to keep everything so clear and organized.”

Sloane smiled. “I’ve learned from the best,” she said playfully, leaning forward. “You’re doing an amazing job with the transition.”

“Thank you. It’s made a huge difference having you involved. The new team members really feel supported with you on our side,” Helena replied, her eyes warm with appreciation.

It felt easy to talk to Sloane, as if they had known each other for years. Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. It was Mark.

“Sorry to interrupt,” he said, stepping in. “I wanted to share some exciting news. The launch of our new campaign exceeded all expectations! We’ve gained more clients than we ever imagined.”

“That’s fantastic!” Helena exclaimed, her heart swelling with pride. “Tell me everything.”

Mark chuckled. “Our engagement on social media has gone up by fifty percent, and people are actually talking about us. It feels like we’re really making our mark.”

Sloane leaned back in her chair, enjoying the enthusiasm. “That’s great work, Mark. The whole team deserves a round of applause.”

Mark nodded, a big smile on his face. “I’ll make sure they know you’re proud of them, Helena. They’ve worked hard to adjust to the changes, and having Sloane on your side has made everything smoother.”

Helena threw a glance at Sloane, nodding in agreement. “It really has. I think the employees appreciate that someone is watching their back and advocating for them.”

“Absolutely,” Sloane said. “When they see a lawyer who's invested in their success, it makes a big difference.”

Mark beamed. “I’ll let the team know. They’re going to love to hear this!”

As Mark left the office, Helena turned to Sloane, feeling even more excited about their partnership. “We really did it, didn’t we?”

“We did,” Sloane replied softly. “You trusted me, and I wanted to prove that I was worth it.”

Helena leaned in closer. “You didn’t just prove that, Sloane. You’re an essential part of this team.”

Sloane smiled, her cheeks slightly pink. “I love being here, working with you, all of it.”

Just then, the phone on Helena’s desk rang, breaking the moment. “Excuse me,” she said, answering it. “Wolfe Enterprises, Helena speaking.”

As Helena listened, she nodded and quickly took notes. “Yes, I understand. I’ll follow up with you by the end of the day. Thank you.” She hung up and turned back to Sloane. “That was a client wanting updates on the new contract. We need to put a plan together.”

“Let’s do it,” Sloane replied, ready for action. “I’ll help draft a response to make sure they have all their questions answered.”

Helena’s eyes sparkled with gratitude. “I really appreciate everything you do. I couldn’t have gotten through this without your support.”

Sloane leaned over the desk, her voice low. “You’d have done great without me, but I’m glad I got to be part of it.”

The two women started discussing the details, their easy banter flowing between business and laughter. Time flew as they collaborated, and before they knew it, the sun had begun to set, casting a golden hue over the office.

“I can’t believe how late it is,” Helena said, glancing at the clock. “Where did the time go?”

“Must be all that chemistry between us,” Sloane joked, her eyes dancing with mischief.

Helena laughed heartily. “Maybe we should take a break and celebrate tonight.”

“Sounds perfect! How about dinner at that new Italian place down the street?” Sloane suggested.

“Let’s do it!” Helena agreed, feeling a rush of happiness.

As they packed up their things, Helena couldn’t help but feel thankful for both her growing business and her blossoming relationship with Sloane. She had built a solid foundation for Wolfe Enterprises, and now, with Sloane by her side, the future looked brighter than ever.

Together, they left the office, ready to take on whatever challenges awaited them, both in business and in their personal lives.

Helena adjusted her sunglasses as she stepped out of the car, ready for her next business trip. This one felt drastically different from the Hawaii trip. The sun was shining in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and warm breezes swept through the palm trees. She felt excited to be here, even though it was a business trip. She glanced at Sloane, who was getting out her luggage.

Once they reached the front desk, Helena argued a little with the receptionist. After a moment of chatter, Sloane turned to Helena, her arms crossed with a teasing smile.

“They upgraded us to a suite!” Helena announced proudly.

“Wow, that’s great!” Sloane cheered while she tried to suppress her laugh. “Do you think it has two beds this time?”

“We’ll see about that!” Helena replied as they walked towards the elevator.

When they reached their floor, Helena could feel her heart race with anticipation. They stepped inside their suite, and Helena gasped. The room was much larger than she had expected. Elegant decor surrounded them, and a big window overlooked the lush greenery outside.

“Look at this place!” Helena exclaimed, her eyes shining. “This is amazing!”

Sloane grinned and twirled around. “I know! But…” She paused, her smile widening as she pointed. “Look at the bed.”

Helena’s eyes followed, and she burst out laughing. “No way! There’s only one bed!”

Sloane chuckled, shaking her head. “This is just too funny! We’ve upgraded our room, but they still gave us one bed.”

Helena leaned against the wall, remembering their first trip together to Hawaii. “Oh to be stuck in that room with just one bed again.”

Sloane laughed harder now. “You were so frustrated back then. I thought you were going to throw your shoes at me!”

“I was just stressed out!” Helena replied, trying to catch her breath from laughing. “I felt so lonely and bitter back then. Having you thrust into my personal space was annoyingly great, okay?”

“And look at us now,” Sloane said, her tone gentle. “We’ve both changed so much since then.”

Helena felt her heart swell at Sloane’s words. They had come a long way, and it made her feel warm inside. “You’re right. I’m glad we’re here together.”

Sloane stepped closer, her eyes searching Helena’s. “Me too.” She reached up and brushed a strand of hair behind Helena’s ear. At that moment, the air felt charged with emotion.

Helena’s breath caught in her throat as Sloane’s fingers lingered against her skin. Without thinking, Helena leaned in closer, and their lips met softly. A spark ignited between them.

Sloane pulled back, her eyes twinkling. “Do you want to relive that night in Hawaii?” she teased with a playful smirk.

Helena’s cheeks flushed. “Only if it involves me being much nicer to you this time.”

Sloane nodded, a laugh escaping her lips. “Won’t argue with that.”

They began to take off each other’s clothes, slowly and tenderly, feeling both the warmth of the air and their hearts. They kissed again, deeper this time, their hands exploring softly as they moved to the bed. This time, there was no fight or internal conflict, only love and deep respect. As they settled onto the soft mattress, laughter faded into whispering words and gentle touches. Helena felt her heart race again, not from anxiety but from love and connection. “I’m glad we’re together like this,” she murmured, resting her head on Sloane’s shoulder.

“It’s the best part of these trips,” Sloane said softly, brushing her fingers along Helena’s arm. “Being together, building something new.”

Helena smiled, feeling the warmth of Sloane's affection. “Yes, together. Always.”

They kissed again, feeling grateful for each other. And though they only had one bed, Helena knew that it was going to be a good night. The thrilling part was not hiding herself the way she thought she always had to.

In a playful mood, she gently pushed Sloane down onto the fluffy white bedspread.

“Whoa! What was that for?” Sloane laughed, her eyes sparkling with surprise.

“I just wanted to remind you who’s the boss here,” Helena joked, winking as she stood at the foot of the bed.

Sloane giggled, brushing her hair off her face. “Yeah? You think you can handle this, big boss?” She sat up, pretending to make an aggressive face.

Helena couldn’t help but chuckle. "I guess we’ll find out!"

As Helena rummaged through her bag, she unearthed a double-sided strap-on that she had brought along for a little fun. It was shiny and colorful, with silver straps that sparkled in the light. She held it up, grinning mischievously.

“You brought that?” Sloane asked, her eyebrows raised in curiosity.

“Oh, just something to make our little getaway more…spicy,” Helena teased. “Want to give it a try?”

Sloane laughed, her face lighting up with excitement. “Oh gosh, yes,” She said hesitantly. “I’ve really been wanting to,” Helena replied, laughing as she sat down beside Sloane on the bed. “Just think of it as a kind of…relaxation.”

They undressed slowly, teasingly.“Here, get on your hands and knees on the bed.” She leaned closer.

Sloane’s eyes widened. “This is making me wet already!”

“I can tell.”

Helena bent down and traced her tongue along Sloane’s folds, savoring her taste. She teased the tip of Sloane’s clit with her tongue before she slipped in two fingers and curled them. She could feel Sloane’s body shake with pleasure, and she kept her rhythm as she steadied herself by placing her other hand on Sloane’s hips, moving in time with her.

Helena took out her fingers and strapped the dildo into place by inserting one side into herself, gasping as she felt it fill her, and guided the other side until it was flush against Sloane’s wet pussy and paused for a beat. “Ready?”

Sloane looked over her shoulder. “Ready.”

Helena pushed the toy inside Sloane until her hips were against Sloane’s body, and she could feel Sloane loosen to let it in. Once fully inside, Helena paused to let Sloane adjust, then pulled it out and slid it back in, the other side inside her rubbing against her walls, making her moan.

Sloane’s right hand was at her clitoris and Helena knew it wouldn’t be long before she tipped right over the edge.

With each thrust inside, Helena could feel Sloane get wetter, which riled her up even more. She gathered Sloane’s long, curly hair in one hand as she braced her other hand against Sloane’s hips, then gently pulled her hair back as she continued thrusting inside. She could feel the pressure of the dildo against her own clitoris as she thrust.

As Helena had gained in confidence sexually, she relished opportunities like this to have Sloane submit entirely to her.

Sloane almost all but lost control as she scratched at the bed sheets and crumpled them in her hands.

“Scream my name,” Helena purred, her own excitement building.

Sloane moaned deeply as she buried her face in the pillow.

“I didn’t hear you,” Helena teased.

“Oh my god, Helena! I’m about to come. Keep going, just like that.”

Helena reveled in hearing her name on Sloane’s lips and kept her pace consistent, knowing she was on the verge of ecstasy too. Three more pumps, and Helena felt her own body squeeze around the dildo as Sloane’s body tightened, both women screaming their pleasure in harmony.

Sloane dropped from her knees onto her stomach, and Helena collapsed on the bed next to her, fighting to catch her breath. Sloane’s forehead was slick with sweat, and her hair was a tangled mess. Helena pushed aside stray strands that were stuck to her forehead as they looked into each other’s eyes.

“That was…” Sloane started.

“Incredible,” Helena finished.

Sloane silently smiled as she closed her eyes, and Helena couldn’t take her eyes off her. In that moment, she knew she had found her forever person.

After their little nap, they decided to put on bathing suits and check out the resort. Helena watched in admiration as Sloane slipped on a sporty bikini. She knew twenty year olds who were in worse shape than this beautiful woman she was lucky to call her girlfriend.

“Can you believe we are finally here?” Helena asked, smiling.

Sloane grinned back. “I know! It’s about time we had a little fun before the big meetings. We should relax and enjoy our time.”

Helena nodded, feeling her heart race with both excitement and affection. Their relationship kept growing deeper, and she loved it.

As they walked toward the outside of the Hard Rock Café Resort, Helena admired the building’s unique shape, which looked like an oversized electric guitar. It was beautiful and modern.

“Look at that!” she said, pointing at the guitar-shaped structure. “Isn’t it wild?”

“It’s awesome,” Sloane agreed, her voice full of enthusiasm. “I can’t believe we get to stay here.”

Once they entered the resort, it felt like stepping into another world. Music played softly in the background, and the air was filled with the smell of food. They headed to the pool areas.

The large collection of pools were surrounded by lounge chairs with bright umbrellas. They picked two chairs near the water and settled in. Sloane poured sunscreen into her hands and rubbed it on her arms and shoulders.

“You need some help with your back?” Sloane said, looking at Helena.

“Oh, definitely!” Helena replied, turning her back toward Sloane. She felt Sloane’s hands gently spreading the sunscreen on her back, and she relaxed. “Thanks, you’re the best.”

“Just looking out for you,” Sloane said, her voice playful.

Helena turned around after Sloane finished, her skin now glistening in the sun. “Your turn,” she said, grabbing the bottle of sunscreen.

Once they were ready, they jumped into the cool water.

The sun was bright, and the water felt refreshing. They splashed each other playfully, laughter echoing around the pool area. After swimming, they floated on their backs, staring up at the bright blue sky.

“I love this,” Helena said, glancing over at Sloane.

“Me too,” Sloane replied softly, turning her head to look into Helena’s eyes. “This is perfect.”

After a while, they swam over to the edge of the pool and rested on the side, their feet dangling in the water. Helena admired Sloane’s shoulders and the way the sunlight danced on her skin. Sloane caught her gaze and smiled widely.

“What?” Sloane asked, raising an eyebrow.

“Just thinking how lucky I am,” Helena said, feeling warmth spread through her.

Sloane’s smile softened. “I feel the same. We make a great team, both in business and in life.”

Helena felt a flutter in her stomach and leaned closer. “I love how you always know what to say.”

They shared a moment of silence, looking into each other’s eyes as the water lapped gently against their bodies.