[Twenty-Two]

|Chapter 22|

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𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮

𝖺𝗇 𝖾𝗑𝖼𝖾𝗌𝗌𝗂𝗏𝖾 𝖽𝖾𝗌𝗂𝗋𝖾 𝗍𝗈 𝗌𝗍𝖺𝗒 𝗂𝗇 𝖻𝖾𝖽

This morning I wanted to confront Emilian about yesterday but I decided to wait until after work hours are over.

I'm finally done with a day's work and I can honestly eat anything. I almost forget to talk to him until I see him entering his office.

I walk up to his large office door, turn the knob and it's surprisingly locked. He never locks it unless I'm in there with him. I knock on the door and say, "Mr. Moldovan, can I speak to you for a second?"

"Not right now Miss Suave. I'm busy," I hear him say. Oh really?

"Ok Sir, I'll see you tomorrow." I wanted to burst into the office to see what he was doing but this is the workplace and I have to remain professional.

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I'm relaxing on my couch, eating a nice home-cooked meal, and watching iCarly. I made shrimp stir fry with vegetable fried rice and it's very tasty.

Unexpectedly, there's a knock on my apartment door and I place my bowl down to see who is on the other side of the door. Looking through the peep hole, I see who's standing outside and I resist the urge to roll my eyes. I cannot do this right now.

I open the door he begins with, "Hey love." He steps in, and kisses my forehead. "Sorry about earlier, I had to deal with something."

"Um, ok. Why are you here?"

"What do you mean?"

I want to know what's going on so I'll just ask, "So, yesterday when I came downstairs for you to take me home, what were you doing?" I fold my arms

He sighs like he instantly knows what I mean and pulls me towards him, "I promise you it's nothing like that, baby," he caresses my cheek.

"Look at me love." I tilt my head up to look him in the eye. "Do you trust me?" He's too close now, I can't think straight ugh. I bite my lips and nod my head.

He continues "I would never do anything to hurt you."

"I know but it's just that we never hide anything from each other so, I just automatically thought negatively."

"I'm kind of hurt that you would think of me like that because I trust you with my whole heart, but I am sorry I made you feel that way," he says sincerely. Now I feel bad.

I pull his face down to my height so I can kiss him, but he just lifts me which surprises me. He smirks then captures my lips hungrily. He grabs my butt, causing me to gasp and he uses this opportunity to slip his tongue into my mouth.

I let out a soft moan and run my fingers up my neck and into his soft hair. This causes him to groan loudly and pull away.

I pout my lips, "Babyyy, come here."

He chuckles deeply, pecking my lips a few times then moving to my neck, sucking on it long enough for me to know that he left a hickey. He knows I hate those but I couldn't push him away because it feels amazing. I'll just scold him about that later.

When he's done I ask him, "Do you want some food, baby? I made a bit too much and you can carry some home if you want."

"Yes, please. I'm starving." he places me down gently. I turn to get his food and he slaps my butt which is followed by a low groan, causing me to shake my head at his silliness.

I put a good amount of food on his plate and grab a  glass of lemonade for him. "Here you go."

"Thank you, love." he gives me a quick kiss and begins eating.

I sit next to him on the couch and continue to watch iCarly. As I'm watching, I receive a text from Liv.

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Liv🍭: Laraaaaa

Me: Yes, dear?

Liv🍭: Do you guys want to have a double date

Me: Yeah, I'm sure Emilian would be ok with it. When?

Liv🍭: I was thinking tomorrow

Me: Alright just send me the details

Liv🍭: Ok x

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"Baby, do you want to go on a double date tomorrow with Liv and her boyfriend Gabriel?"

He looks up from his food, "I don't mind."

I move closer to him, leaning my head on his shoulder. He looks down at me worried. "What's wrong, love?"

This may sound pathetic but, "I need cuddles." I feel his chest rumble as he let out a deep chuckle. He moves his plate to the side table and sets me on his lap to straddle him.

I lean into the crook of his neck and inhale his scent. I feel so safe and comfortable in his arms. I snuggle into him even more.

"I love you," he whispers softly into my ear.

"I love you too baby," and I surprising drift off to sleep.

Sometime during my nap, I hear a whisper, "Love, I have to go home unless you want me to sleep over."

"Stay," the moment I said that I knew we would regret that, but I was not thinking clearly.

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The next morning, I am abruptly woken up with the urge to pee. I look over to see the bed is empty but, my doubts quickly disappear as he walks into my room with a change of clothes. He's wearing a plain black t-shirt and sweatpants.

"Good morning, baby, I'm going to take a shower and get ready for the day," I say sleepily, climbing out of bed.

"Good morning, love." He kisses my forehead and lays down to watch what's on the tv.

When I exit the bathroom, he's in the same position that I left him. I quickly pull on a pair of red shorts and a white tank top then crawl back in bed with him. He pulls me to lay on top of him and gives me a soft kiss.

"I love you," I tell him.

"I love you more, baby."

I lean in to kiss him more but my phone rings. I answer without reading the contact name, "Hello?"

"Hi, good morning Elara, it's Isa. I was just calling to see if you were okay because it's almost noon and you haven't made it to the office as yet." My eyes open wide.

"And we kind of need you because the boss isn't here either. It's a bit chaotic, but it's slowly dying down. Although it would be easier if either of you guys were here."

"Noted. Thank you for calling I'll be there soon, and I'll see what's up with Mr. Moldovan. Bye."

"You're welcome. Bye." I hung up.

I turn to glare at Seb because I know he heard the whole conversation. Standing up, I move away from him because I can't be stern when he's close to me.

"Seb, why didn't you remind me or wake me up earlier. And why aren't you at work?"

He starts to walk towards me but I back up as much as I can until I bump into the dresser. He picks me

up, smiling, and places me on top of it, trapping me with his arms. "Stop, Seb. Move away." I try to push him but he doesn't budge, I cross my arms and pout.

He chuckles and pecks my lips. "I hate you and your stupid handsome self. Why do you have to be so attractive and sweet."

He smiles, "I love you too baby."

I try to be serious again, but it came out as a whine, "Baby why didn't you wake me up earlier so we can leave for work."

"I'm the boss, remember?"

I roll my eyes, "Yes, but I'm your girlfriend and assistant who's supposed to ensure that you do not do stupid things like this."

He just leans in to kiss me more, but right now I can't fight it. We end up cuddling and making out in bed.

After a few moments he speaks up, "Baby I work you way too hard and your work schedule needs to be changed. There's no reason for you to come to work especially if we have no meetings.

Although I would want you to be there with me, you'll be living with me soon so, it shouldn't be a problem."

I look at him and I can see he genuinely thinks I deserve a break. "Thank you, Seb. But I hope you're not only saying this because I'm your girlfriend."

He smirks, "Maybe, maybe not."

I hit his chest playfully. "Baby, you can't be doing that."

"I'm kidding... I did it because I love you."

Before I could protest, his lips are once again on mine. His large hands roam all over my body as he leaves a trail of kisses from my lips down to my neck. I realize what he's doing and I quickly push his face away.

"Seb, what did I tell you about hickeys?!"

He sighs, "Just one," he pleads.

I peck his lips a few more times and look into his eyes. "I love you so much, but no." Standing up, I pull him up with me. "Now go to work, I'll be there soon."

"Love, do you see what I'm wearing. I need my suit."

"And where's your suit?"

"Home."

"Then I suggest you go home and change then. Although, you look extremely good right now," I bite my lips.

"Yeah?" he pulls me close to him.

"Mhm." He begins to lean down to my level but I swerve him. "Baby, please go away so I can get dressed."

"Fine," he huffs, leaving the room.

It takes me about thirty minutes to get ready and dressed then I exit my room to see he's sitting on the couch, waiting for me. I expected him to be gone by now. Placing my hands on my waist, I glare at him. "Emilian, why are you still here."

"Baby, I'm taking you shopping for tops and dresses that don't show cleavage," he tells me while examining my outfit. "I'm going to have to send out a dress code, specifically for you."

I roll my eyes.

"Ok, ok. I just wanted to give my woman a ride to work. Can I not be a gentleman?" This man.

"Whatever Seb, let's go. We're already late."

We arrive shortly at work and I realize he hadn't changed. "Are you coming inside wearing that?"

"Yes, I am, love. I was going to change until you said I looked sexy."

I smile, "I did not say that."

"They may not have been your exact words but, baby I know what you meant." He hops out of the car and walks over to open my door. I step out and he shuts the door, pushing my back against it.

He leans down and speaks, "I chose not to change because my woman likes my outfit and maybe even because it's more comfortable than a suit."

I blush and give him a quick kiss. "I'm going to go now. I love you."

"I love you too," he kisses me one last time and lets me go. I watch him walk towards his secret entrance and damn my man really looks sexy.

Unfortunately, as soon as I step foot inside the building, something is off.

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