[Fouty-Four]

|Chapter 44|

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We're in his office and I'm sitting on his lap checking over a document he typed up. He's not making it easy though, because he's been clinging to me like we haven't seen each other for days.

"Baby," I say.

"Yes?"

"Why haven't you asked me to the charity event?"

"I know you don't like big events and you don't have to go," he responds.

"Who will be your date if I don't go with you?"

"Lucian and I were thinking of going alone."

"Why though?" I know he's not embarrassed by me so, I want to know why he doesn't want me there.

He lets out a big sigh, "Do you really want to go?"

"Not really but I don't want you going alone. I can't have women thinking you're single."

He squeezes my hips, "Jealous are we?"

"Let another woman touch you Emilian," I tell him seriously and look back at him. "You won't be getting none of this." I rub against his front and he stops me.

"Then who will?" he raises his eyebrows.

"Somebody else."

"Yeah, ok," he says nonchalantly.

"You don't think I'm serious?" I stand up, turning to look at him.

He also stands up, pulling me close to him by my waist and he stares me in the eyes. Ok, he wins.

"Say that again," he tells me with a straight face.

I bury my face in his chest, "I'm joking baby."

"Nope, say that again."

I pout, "Baby." I wrap my arms around his neck. He just looks down at me seriously. "Talk to me."

"Don't ever think of leaving me."

"I won't Seb."

"I'm serious Elara," he says with a hint of sadness. Aww, my baby.

"I promise," I smile genuinely. "It would hurt me as much as it would hurt you," I caress his cheek.

"I just realized I rarely kiss you anywhere other than your lips," I tell him.

"I'm not complaining," he smirks.

"Would you want that?"

"Love, I'd take any form of affection from you."

"But your lips are so welcoming," I bring his lips to mine and we share a short but sweet kiss.

"Do you see how easily we get distracted when we're in the same room?" I say.

"It's because you can't resist me, love."

"Oh, shut up because you know why you decided to wear joggers and a t-shirt to work."

"Perks of being the boss, baby."

"So I can come in biker shorts and a top?"

"No."

"Why? It's more comfortable."

"Mhm, ok Elara."

I giggle, "You're only saying that because wouldn't be able to keep your eyes off me."

He looks away trying to hide a big smile.

"I caught that," I laugh at him.

He clears his throat, "Anyways, let's get back to work."

"I'm going to finish this in my office because you were doing too much." I grab the laptop and kiss his cheek.

"Nope, I don't like that."

"Why?"

"It's like a tease. Give me a real kiss," he puckers his lips.

I smile pecking his lip, "I love you. And by the way, I don't mind you going to the charity event alone if you really want to."

"Love," he sighs. "We'll talk about this later and I love you too." I shut the door and walk to my office to see Zara waiting for me on her phone?

"Oh, hey girl. How long have you been waiting here?"

"Five minutes. I was just about to check Mr. Moldovan's office."

"I'm sorry for that. He was being very distracting," I unlock the door and we both step in closing it.

"Wait!" she gasps covering her mouth. "Mr. Moldovan is the man you've been talking about?"

"You didn't know?" I ask giggling.

"No! Oh my gosh!" she squeals.

"Well, surprise!" I say, opening my arms wide.

She squeals again, embracing me in a tight hug.

"I had a feeling but then I was like, nah I'm not going to assume anything. But damn am I happy it's him."

"I probably shouldn't have assumed you knew, but yeah he's my boyfriend."

"Y'all are a cute couple. Lara, you did good," she says honestly.

"Thank you, I know." I playfully flip my hair. "So what did you want to talk to me about."

"Oh, nothing. My office just felt lonely."

"Trust me girl I understand. You can sit on that couch if you want."

"Thanks," she sits and gets comfortable, opening her laptop.

"There are blankets behind the couch also."

"It sounds like you're trying to put me to sleep, I'm good."

There's a knock on the door and I shout, "Come in!"

Seb strolls in with a stack of paper in hand, "Love, can you sort and check these for me?"

"Sure baby. Place them on the coffee table."

He turns and spots Zara sitting on the couch watching us interact. This girl.

I laugh loudly. "Good afternoon Ms. Layton, I hope you're doing well."

"Yes sir. Just finishing up some work," she replies.

"Mhm."

"When do you need them by?"

"Tomorrow please."

"Alright," I say.

"Bye ladies," he shuts the door.

"Oooo girl he has you blushing and stuff," she teases. "Y'all are cute," she says smiling and focusing back on her laptop.

I roll my eyes playfully, "You're a mess."

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"Oh my gosh I thought you were never going to answer my call," Eliza says dramatically.

"Sorry, hun. I was in the shower and I couldn't pause J Cole for you."

"Wow," she drags out.

"So can you tell me why I knew nothing about you and Luci getting back together?"

"I'm sorry, I'm sorry. But aren't you happy?"

"Of course I am. I just hope you didn't let him off easily."

"You know I wouldn't."

"Well, explain to me what happened."

"Ok so, he came to my apartment in the middle of the night and when I opened the door he was standing there with roses and my favorite chocolate. I looked at him like he was out of his mind because why the hell is he outside of my door at 1 a.m.?

He told me sorry multiple times and asked if I could take him back."

"What did you tell him?"

"I basically told him that if he wants to try again then he has to make some kind of change. And I told him if I don't see any changes or if he does something I don't like, then I'm done and he agreed."

"Has he kept word?"

"Yup. I can see the effort. We also moved in together and Mads is currently staying in the apartment. I didn't know what you would want to do with it."

I sigh, "I don't know either. I'm still paying the rent but I don't mind. If Mads wants to keep it then I'll hand it over to her."

"Alright, I'll tell her. How have you and Emilian been?"

"Amazing actually. He just made me dinner, and I'm thankful because I am tired."

"Oh yeah? What did he make?

"A Romanian dish called Papanași which I ate with leftover shrimp I had."

"Ooo what's that?"

"It's like fried cheese doughnuts with sweet and sour cream and blueberry jam. It was delicious."

"Sounds like you'll be eating a lot more Romanian dishes in the future."

"I wish. Most of the traditional dishes have meat and that makes me so sad because I want to try them."

"Awww well, tell him we'll eat anything in this house, especially Luci," she rolls her eyes. "This man can eat anything."

I giggle, "Trust me, girl, I know."

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