The corset was getting a little tight. I fanned myself, trying to get air down the bodice.
Owen stepped through the doorway. His large hands encircled my waist, caressing me. He bent down so that our mouths almost touched.
“You know you want to kiss me,” he stated.
“Full of yourself much?” I whispered, mesmerized by his mouth.
“Always,” he said. “I was waiting to hear you beg for me, but I don’t think I can wait any longer.” Then he closed the distance between us.
His mouth was soft, making me melt like a marshmallow over a fire. I wrapped my arms around his neck. He tipped my head slightly back as he lazily explored my mouth. I could see now why Sloane had jumped him in the hallway. I didn't think I'd ever be able to find any man who was a better kisser.
Owen leaned back, looking slightly smug at my expression.
“I can't even imagine why I didn't do that two days ago,” I said.
“It's really all I could think about,” Owen replied, cupping my face.
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Owen
My phone rang just as I was starting to tug Holly inside.
“I should go,” she said, the spell broken. “It's late.”
“Please—” But she pulled away. I had expected that she would simply fall into my arms and into my bed. It seemed that Holly was a slightly more difficult puzzle, however.
“What?” I growled into the phone. “This better be an emergency.”
“Hi. How is everyone's tenth-favorite CEO?” my brother Jack asked. “The Svenssons have been asking if you reviewed the report about the gene therapy center in Harrogate. They have to submit paperwork to the FDA.”
“I can't believe you interrupted—” I snapped my mouth shut.
“Interrupted what?” my younger brother practically yelled into the phone.
“Never mind.”
“Tell me,” Jack demanded. “Is it the baker? Walker said you were after one of the contestants.”
“I'm not after her. I—look, drop it. Tell the Svenssons I'm working on reviewing the report.”
“Really? Because apparently Walker sent everyone your IT logs, and it says you haven't opened an email since two p.m.”
*
I did actually workthe next day. Rudolph lounged out on the balcony off my office while I reviewed the reports. My company was making a huge investment in the gene therapy business.
While usually I prided myself on being able to be one hundred percent focused under any circumstances, today it was difficult. My thoughts wanted to wander to Holly and the kiss. It was everything I’d thought it would be. Now I wanted more.
My phone beeped. If it was Jack…
Unknown number:Santa's sleigh to HQ. Do you read me? Over.
What the hell?
I texted Walker.
Owen:Do you know this number?
