Chapter thirty-seven
Thomas was right, his family welcomed me with open arms and after spending a very pleasant day in their presence, I no longer even knew why I had been afraid of that meeting. Even though they had money and a lot of resources, they were kind to me and didn't let me down at any point. The girls were very used to the house, and that helped me too.
When we got into the car to leave, and I settled them in the back seat, I had the feeling that it wasn't the first time I'd been there. If this atmosphere continued over the next few visits, I was likely to get on very well with everyone.
I was afraid of how my relationship with Thomas would develop, but as time went by, it became increasingly clear that there were many positive points for it to work out.
“Will you let me take you to my place today?” He moved his hand towards me, but before he ended up with it on my thigh, he put it on the gearshift, probably remembering that the girls were in the back seat.
“Not today.”
“Helena.”
“Ah, Helena...” The girls complained from the back seat, practically imitating their father.
“No more: Ah, Helena , you little pests...”
They pouted, and I had to be strong not to let myself be persuaded by all that cuteness.
“I have a house, you know.”
“It could be ours.” Mary winked slyly.
“You can't.”
“Why?”
“Why not?”
“Ah, Dad...”
“You're going to see Helena tomorrow at school.” He tried to get around the situation.
“Yes, we'll see you tomorrow.”
The girls were still frowning but ended up being convinced by their father's argument.
I wanted to stay with them. If it were up to me, I wouldn't leave their side, but I needed to set limits before the situation got out of hand. There was also my grandmother. She had done so much for me, and I couldn't just abandon her after all these years.
“I'll leave her at home.” Thomas nodded.
“Thank you.”
He started the car and drove first to my address, leaving me at the door of the building.
“The day was wonderful.” I picked up the bouquet, sniffing the flowers once more.
“I'm glad you liked it.”
“Your family is great.”
“You see, there was nothing to be afraid of.”
“You're right.” I giggled. “See you tomorrow, girls.”
“Until.” They smiled at me.
“Hold on.” Thomas grabbed my wrist before I got too far away.
“What's wrong?”
“Kiss me.”
“The girls...” I was at a loss.
“It's just a kiss.”
I looked at them for a moment and then leaned towards Dad, giving him a quick kiss.
“Ew!” they exclaimed from the back seat, and Dad laughed.
“I also want to see her tomorrow.”
“Let's discuss it.”
“I'm good with arguments.”
“I know that.” I winked at him before hugging my bouquet and running into the building.
I was sighing and completely in love with that man. Every moment I spent with Thomas, I wanted more. Being part of his life and that of the girls was proving to be a great choice for me.
When I entered the apartment, I heard the television on and found my grandmother sitting in the armchair with a bucket of popcorn, munching slowly.
“Hey, Grandma! Just tell me you've had lunch.”
“The chicken you left ready.”
“Not so bad.”
“How did it go with Thomas's family?”
“Much better than I imagined.” I threw myself on the sofa, sighing.
“That's great news.”
“Yes.”
“That bouquet is bigger than mine.”
“Beautiful, isn't it?” I put my face in the flowers.
“You're falling in love with him.”
“How could I not fall in love, Grandma?” My heart began to beat faster. At the same time, I was tense.
“I'm very happy for you, my daughter.”
“Sometimes I'm afraid.”
“Did he ever give you any reason to worry?”
“No.”
“So don't suffer from things that are only in your head. Life is hard enough with real problems.”
“You're absolutely right.” I got up to kiss her forehead. “I'm going to take a shower.”
“You should have slept with him.”
“I've come to stay with you.”
“I'm sure that man, without clothes, is much better company.”
“Grandma!” My cheeks burned with shame.
“What's wrong?” She shrugged. “I was your age and disposition too.”
“But we don't need to talk about that.”
“I thought she was your best friend.”
“It is!”
“So.”
“I'm taking a shower!” I escaped to the shower and left her laughing.
Thomas really was quite a man, with and especially without clothes on. Just thinking about how he took me made every cell in me explode. But we had to balance all that horniness with his daughters and his day-to-day commitments.
As soon as I came out of the bathroom, I saw that there were messages from him on my cell phone. I lay down on the bed and put my legs up to answer it.
Thomas:
Tomorrow you're going out with me.
Helena:
Is that an order?
Thomas:
Perhaps an ultimatum.
Helena:
I didn't know you were so bossy.
Thomas:
I can stay as long as I want to kiss you all over.
Helena:
What a pervert!
Thomas:
Tell me you don't want me making you cum and I promise I'll behave.
Helena:
Will you comply?
Thomas
Don't you want to?
Just from the way the conversation was going, my sex was already hot and throbbing. My mind was filled with images of him grabbing me, kissing, and biting me; I'd be a huge liar if I denied it.
Helena:
Oh, I want to!
Thomas:
I'm lying here thinking about you.
Helena:
That's dangerous, Mr. Lennox.
Thomas:
I'm alone in my room. The girls have already gone out. It's been a busy day for them.
Helena:
I know, I'm tired too.
Thomas:
Would you deny me if you were in my bed?
Helena:
Possibly not.
It's a shame I'm not here.
Thomas:
We can change that. Just let me know and I'll come and get you.
Helena:
No.
Thomas:
Are you sure?
Helena:
Tomorrow.
Thomas:
Can I consider it a promise?
Helena:
You can.
Thomas:
Okay, I'll wait.
Helena:
We'd better go to sleep now.
Thomas:
Before or after a cold shower?
Helena:
I've already showered.
Thomas:
Too bad not with me.
Helena:
lol.
Thomas:
See you tomorrow.
Helena:
Until.
I put my cell phone away, sighing like a teenager. The thought of a life with that man was beyond all my expectations, and I increasingly wanted a happily ever after with Thomas Lennox.