Chapter 16
CHAPTER 16
H annah
I walked into Annie’s shop and inhaled the deliciousness infiltrating the air.
“Hannah.” Annie smiled.
“Annie, why are you working on a Saturday?”
“I’m not really working. I just came in real quick to drop off a few things. Is there anything I can get you?”
“Alex is having a barbecue tonight, and I wanted to bring a dessert.”
“Mr. Harbor is having a barbecue and didn’t invite me?” Her brow arched.
I laughed. “It’s a barbecue for him and me only.”
“Ah.” A grin crossed her lips. “In that case, he’s forgiven. Peaches are his favorite, and I happen to know that he loves my peach pie.” She pulled one from the case. “At least he did when we were teenagers.”
“Are you sure?” I asked.
“Trust me.”
“Okay. I’ll take a peach pie.”
She boxed it up while I pulled out some cash.
“Have fun on your date.” She smirked, handing me the pie.
“It’s not a date. It’s a barbecue. Thank you. I shall.” I smiled.
“It’s a date, Hannah!” she shouted as I left the shop.
When I returned to the house, I noticed Alex’s car wasn’t in the driveway. Climbing out, I walked the path to the guesthouse, set the pie on the kitchen counter, and went upstairs to take a quick shower and freshen up before seeing Alex. My belly fluttered at the thought. I was incredibly attracted to him and didn’t want to be. But between his blue eyes and infinite gaze and the warmth of his welcoming and alluring smile, it couldn’t be helped.
“Ugh. Stop it, Hannah,” I said out loud as I ran the brush through my hair. You came here to escape men, not to fall for a handsome as hell billionaire who is most likely a notorious heartbreaker.”
Glancing at the time on my phone, it was almost five o’clock. Grabbing the pie box from the counter, I walked out of the guesthouse and saw Alex standing at the grill.
“Hi.” I smiled.
“Hey, you.” He grinned. “I’m just starting the grill.”
“I brought a pie.” I held up the box.
“I told you that you didn’t have to bring anything.” He took the box from me, and we stepped through the sliding door.
“It’s peach.”
“Annie’s peach?” His brow raised.
“Yes.” I laughed. “She told me it was your favorite.”
“It definitely is. Thank you.” His gorgeous smile gripped me.
“So, what can I do?” I asked.
“You can prep the salad while I throw the steaks on the grill. Let me guess. You’re a medium type of girl.”
“Medium rare,” I said, smiling.
“A girl after my own heart.” He placed his hand over his heart.
As I was preparing the salad, Alex walked into the house, grabbed a bottle of wine and two wine glasses, and took them to the table on the patio.
“Salad is complete.” I set the bowl on the table.
“And so are the steaks. Have a seat and relax.” He pulled out one of the chairs for me.
“Thank you, Mr. Harbor.” I grinned. “Oh, by the way. Change of plans for Adalyn’s and Colin’s engagement party. It’s next weekend, and Luis and Alfred are hosting it at their beach house. Luis loves throwing parties.”
“Okay. But if something changes, you’re always welcome to have it here.”
“You are coming, right?” I tipped the wine glass to my lips.
“Unfortunately, I’ll be in Chicago. I’m leaving Tuesday morning.”
“How long will you be gone?”
“I’ll be back Sunday afternoon. I have to pack the rest of Lucy’s things and some of my own. Plus, I have business to take care of at my company.”
“Are you keeping your penthouse?” I asked.
“I am. I’ll need it when I travel back and forth.”
I hated that part of me was a little upset he wouldn’t be at the engagement party.
“You can grill a mean steak.” I smiled.
“Thank you.” He chuckled, tipping the wine glass to his lips while his eyes stared into mine from across the table.
The fluttering in my belly never ceased and intensified every time he smiled at me.
“I am stuffed.” I placed my napkin from my lap onto the table.
“I have a solution for that.” He winked, getting up from his seat. With the push of a button, jazz music began to play. “May I have this dance?” Alex extended his hand.
“You may.” I smiled, placing my hand in his.
His arm was hooked around my waist, and our hands were cupped together as we swayed back and forth to the music.
“You have beautiful eyes, Hannah.”
“Thank you. So do you.” A soft smile graced my lips.
He leaned in, and before I knew it, his lips were on mine. Our tongues met and tangled as our kiss turned passionate.
Letting go of his hand, I wrapped my arms around his neck, taking in the clean and masculine scent that had driven me crazy since I first met him.
“Maybe we can take this inside,” he said, his lips brushing against mine.
“I do have a nice bed that I haven’t tried out yet.” I smiled. “Would you be interested in trying it out with me?”
“I’d love to try out your bed.” He swooped down, picked me up, and carried me to the guesthouse, opening the door and kicking it shut behind him.
After carrying me upstairs, he set me down in front of the bed, his lips meshed with mine, while his hands roamed up and down my body. His fingers found the zipper to my dress as he slowly unzipped it. Hooking his fingers around the thin straps, he pushed them off my shoulders, letting my dress fall to the ground, exposing my naked breasts.
“God, you are so beautiful,” he moaned.
Lifting his shirt over his head, I took in the muscular body that stood before me. I couldn’t wait to see what he had to offer down below, and I already knew I would be fully satisfied. His arm wrapped around me and gently lowered me to the bed. Placing the palm of his hand against my abdomen, it slowly made its way down the front of my panties, his fingers tracing the area that swelled for him.
“You’re so wet,” he groaned as his lips wrapped around my hardened peak, and his finger dipped inside, causing me to gasp and lose all control.
“I want you inside me so badly,” I moaned with pleasure.
“In due time. First, you’ll come while I devour you and taste your sweetness.” His lips traveled down my body.
Pulling down my panties, he made good on his promise and threw my body into an all-time high with an intense orgasm. My fingers tightly gripped the sheets as I vocally made it known how good he made me feel.
“Perfect.” He smiled, standing up and taking down his pants. Reaching into his wallet, he pulled out a condom and rolled it over his large hard cock.
His body hovered over me as our lips tangled. He thrust inside, and my body thanked him.