Unavoidable Attraction
By Kristen and Alisa
Chapter 14 -Facing Brady-
After leaving Natalie's school Chloe noticed the time, and didn't know how late it had gotten. In fact this was the latest she had ever been, and knew it was not a good thing. As Chloe stepped into the elevator for some reason her conversation with Natalie that night Mimi had come back into town replayed itself in her head.
.::::::::::.FlashBack.:::::::::.
Chloe sat on the couch reading her latest Nora Robert's book. No matter how busy life got, she would always find time to settle down and read a good book. She found it oddly interesting that the theme was mistaken identity. It almost reminded her of the first time she saw Brady. She remembered him coming down the hallway like a vision in his suit, as he always is. She laughed out loud remembering the look of disgust and annoyance on her face as he made eye contact.
"What's so funny mommy?" Natalie asked from the other side of the couch.
Chloe blushed. She put the book down in front of her and sat up a little to face her daughter. "Just something in this book was funny to me" Chloe said easily, finding it pitiful how she was trying to convince a Six year old. Natalie wasn't easily put off, and she wasn't dumb either.
"You and Aunt Mimi were talking about Brady earlier, right?"
Chloe looked shocked. How did she know? Chloe narrowed her eyes at her daughter looking perfectly innocent except for that mischievous gleam in her blue-green eyes. Yep, Mimi was definitely rubbing off on her.
"OK you", Chloe smiled playfully, "Mimi and I were in fact talking about Brady earlier, but it was just about business." Again another lie.
"I don't want you or Natalie to get hurt" Mimi's words echoed in her mind. If She and Brady got involved she had to think about the effect it would have on Natalie. Maybe it was best if she didn't let Natalie know her feelings for Brady.
Natalie was a little disappointed at her mother's words. She liked Brady and wanted her mother to like him too.
"I like Brady" Natalie said. Chloe looked at her daughter and saw the genuine smile on her little face. Chloe smiled. Maybe telling Natalie wouldn't be a bad idea after all.
.::::::::End of Flashback.:::::::::,
The low ding and swoosh of the elevator brought Chloe out of her thoughts. As Chloe approaches her office, the receptionist says, "Good morning, Ms. lane. And how is your daughter doing?" Chloe stopped at the mention of her daughter, and then she remembered how she ran out of here the other day like a crazy woman. Now half the office probably thought she was out of her mind.
"She's doing better. Thanks for asking, and covering for me." Chloe said sincerely. The other lady made a motion with her hand as if it was no big deal.
"Do I have any messages ?" As the lady reached for them and handed them to her, she said, "Yes, just one. Mr. Black would like to see you. And I wish your daughter well"
"Thank you." Chloe replied. She would have to remember to get that lady a gift or something.
Chloe walked to her office and upon entering took her coat off. Brady wanted to see her first thing, and she was beyond late. She searched her brain to see if she had stupidly forgotten about some account, but couldn't think of anything. She went and got 2 coffees, a couple of muffins(his favorite of course). And then, she proceeded to her boss' office. All the while, trying to stay calm. No matter how many times she found herself standing outside his office, it always gave her this exciting chill.
Chloe took a deep breath and tried to calm her overly fragile nerves. She juggled the tray and knocked on the door.
"Come in."
Well he didn't yell. No yelling was good, hopefully it would stay that way. She opened the door, and walked in with the tray.
As she closed the door, Chloe said, "Good morning, Mr. Black. Here, is your coffee and muffin. I understand, that you wanted to see me?" Eyes wide and face slowly becoming flushed an excuse for her tardiness rushed out "I'm sorry that I'm late. When I dropped Natalie off at school, I had to talk to her teacher." Chloe didn't look up at him. In fear, he would be mad that she was late.
When Brady looked up from the papers he was looking at, he nearly stopped breathing. He sat there looking at a goddess. He swore to himself she got better looking every time he saw her. And what was this? Her hair down? It looks better down. His eyes just devoured her form and that's when he noticed she wasn't looking at him. His brows scrunched together in confusion as he thought about it, but was pulled out of his thoughts by Chloe clearing her throat.
"Ahem. Mr. Black, are you alright sir.?" Chloe asked desperately hoping everything was OK. Brady swallowed hard, and ran his hand through his hair.
"First, will you please look up at me?" Blue met blue in an intense stare.
"Good, thank you. Second, What did I say about calling me Mr. Black inside this office, Chloe?" Chloe nervously curled a strand of her waist length hair around her finger as she balanced the tray with the other hand.
"You said, to call you Brady inside this office. I'm sorry." Chloe said as she began to walk to his desk.
Brady smiled, "That's alright, after the weekend you had. Also, I'm fine to finally answer your question. I just kind of zoned out there for a minute. Third, will you please relax Chloe? I'd like to drink that coffee, not clean it up." He finished with a teasing smile. Chloe sat the tray down and Brady waited for her to sit before he continued.
"Thanks for the coffee and muffin. I've been here since 7:30am, going over the Brookes deal. And don't worry about being a little late."
Chloe broke in, "But, you said that-"
Brady cut her off, "Yes, Chloe . I know what I said in the beginning about being late but, you did have a sick child. And besides, this is the first time in 4 months that you've been late. They both took sips of their coffee and a bite of muffin.
"Thank you, Brady." Chloe said giving him a bright smile.
"Don't mention it. Any way, how is your daughter doing? Is she feeling better?"
"She seems to be better. We won't know for awhile. I just wish I'd hear something soon." Chloe said with a sigh.
As Chloe sat across from Brady, she looked at him carefully. His clothes looked worn and it looked like he hadn't shaved in a few days. He looked really tired, as if hadn't gotten much sleep over the weekend. She was the one with the sick child and here he was looking worse than she did. Could something be wrong? Did a deal go bad?
Chloe finished her thought and noticed that he was checking her out for the second time that morning. Chloe looked down at her outfit. She didn't think there was anything wrong with it but, under his intense gaze she felt oddly self-conscience. This cream color probably looked awful. She should have worn the blue one.
Brady couldn't help himself. He was seriously on edge and these urges he had been having just couldn't be brought down anymore. He suddenly stood up, walked around his desk and sat on the edge of it facing Chloe. Almost as if a trance he leaned forward and placed some hair behind her right ear, causing a chill to run through Chloe.
"Beautiful." He whispered looking straight into her big blue eyes.
The feel of her silky hair against his rough hands felt so good, but this wasn't the time for that and he knew she wasn't ready either. Chloe was taken back a little at what he had just said and done. She was confused yet dazed.
"What?" she replied matching his soft tone. Her words slipped into his ears like liquid sex, and his eyes had fixed in on those full lips. He couldn't help himself.
He softly caressed her cheek with his thumb and said, "I said, you're beautiful. And your hair, is so much better down. More relaxed" his eyes moved to her hair but, his hands continued to caress her soft cheek. Chloe closed her eyes at the feel of his hand on her face and his words. They made her smile. The feel of him so close was sending jolts up and down her entire body. He had such a soft touch, nothing like her ex-husband.
Just the thought of Phillip, made Chloe shake. Brady dropped his hand and sat back on the desk, as he did he asked, "Are you alright, Chloe? Because, I don't want to push you into anything that you may not be ready for or want." Brady couldn't believe he had just said that. He didn't know if he would be able to control himself if she said she wasn't ready. Chloe shook her head, opened her eyes and reached for her coffee because her mouth was dry. The effects of Brady and his gentle ways with her , totally shocked her. This wasn't the man everyone had talked about, being a hard-ass and heartless woman user.
While Chloe tried to get her mind to work again, Brady sat patiently waiting for the beautiful woman in front of him to speak.
Finally, Chloe found her voice and said, "I'm sorry about that. You didn't do anything wrong."
" Are you sure, Chloe? I know you've had it rough and I swear, I don't want to push you. But, I do really like you a lot and I'd like for us to get to know each other better."
Chloe stood up and placed her hand on Brady's cheek, looked into his eyes and said,
"Yes, I'm sure. And I'll be honest, I like you too. In fact, It seems you made quite the impression on Natalie as well." Chloe said with an easy smile, becoming more relaxed.
"Well, she is a sweet little thing. Speaking of Natalie, I hope everything is OK?" Brady said concerned.
"Yes, I hope so too" Chloe said forcing a smile, she didn't feel.
Chloe broke his gaze and stared at her hands in her lap. Brady sat looking at the beautiful woman in front of him. As he sat watching her, Brady got an idea. Chloe felt warm fingers lift her chin. She looked into his bright crystal eyes, knowing he was up to something.
"I have an idea"
"What's that?" Chloe asked
"Well, we have that meeting with Brooke on Wednesday and we need to go over some things before then. So, what I suggest is, we have lunch here, take care of work, and talk. How does that sound?"
It was the perfect way to start getting to know each other better. Besides, they really did need to go over things for the meeting. And hey, they had to eat right? Brady mentally patted himself on the back.
Chloe couldn't believe what she was hearing or feeling at the moment. Brady's kind words were going straight to her heart and every time he touched her it was making her insides flip. She couldn't believe that he wanted to have lunch with her here in the office.
"You want to have lunch here in the office with me? What about the staff, aren't you concerned what they'll think or say?" Chloe asked confused.
Brady stood and leaned against his desk. He crossed his arms in a casual stance.
"Chloe, I don't care what they say or think about me having lunch with
You here in My office." He stopped noticing her hesitant face. "But, if your not comfortable with it. We don't have to. I just thought, that we could kill a couple of birds at the same time."
Chloe realized her silence was taking it's toll so she quickly stood with a smile
"I'd like that. I have to call the school to check on Natalie, then I'm all yours. Did you want to order in?"
Chloe had no idea, what the words "then I'm all yours" did to Brady. His mind painting interesting images at the thought of her being all his. Then he remembered her question.
"You know what? I could really go for some of those BLT's. Remember the ones you got that one time you found me asleep? Those BLT's were heaven" They both smiled at the memory of it.
"Well, until then I better get to my office and get some work done."
Both Brady and Chloe stood and walked to the door. As they did, Brady had
his hand on the small of her back. His light touch, made her warm all over. When they reached the door, Brady opened it for her and said, "I'll see you later then."
Chloe turned and nodded her head and gave him a slight smile. Then, she headed for her office and Brady closed his door and went to his desk to get some work done. Brady sat down roughly in his big leather chair. He rested his elbows on the desk as he ran his hands over his face. He finally released the moan that he had fought to keep while Chloe was in his office. That woman was going to be the death of him. Why oh why, did she have to be so damn sexy. And the funny thing was she probably had no idea the effect she had on him. He rested his head on his hand thinking about how long he had known Chloe. How long had he simply watched her and wanted her, but always fought the urge to do anything about it. Those long legs, and full pouty lips. His sexual frustration was getting the best of him.
Chloe entered her office, sat behind her desk and closed her eyes. She could still feel the warmth of his hands on her. Those big strong hands caressing her soft cheek. His sultry voice as he said she was beautiful. Chloe's eyes closed and she smiled dazedly. Her cheeks started to flush at the nervous tingle her body was under. Chloe didn't think she would be able to sit and play dumb for long. With his hair ruffled and his face unshaven she thought he was the sexiest man she had ever seen. She could swear his scent followed her everywhere she went, and she reveled in it. Chloe shook her head and tried to get to work.
-Several Hours later-
Chloe looked up from her files and saw that it was 11:45am. So, after stretching a bit. Chloe picked up the phone and called her daughter's school to check on Natalie. After being told that Natalie was just fine and didn't seem to be having any problems, Chloe thanked the teacher.
Then, Chloe got up from her chair grabbed her coat and purse and left to get her and Brady's lunch, as she had promised. As she was leaving, Chloe stopped by Brady's office. And as she was walking toward Brady's office with her coat & purse, Chloe noticed Cassie at the front desk following her with her eyes. Chloe smirked as she sauntered down the hall to Brady's office. 'Eat your heart out Cass, cause Brady doesn't care what you think, and neither do I'. Chloe saw the dirty looks she had been getting from that girl, as well as a large portion of the female staff, for over 3 months. With a shrug of her shoulders she just let it slide.
Brady stood facing the window as he looked over a file when a knock was heard.
"Yes?" he asked not even turning around.
Chloe opened the door and walked in. She closed the door and just froze. When she said Brady had been a vision in his suit, that wasn't even half of it. This man could fill out a suit in all the right places. Chloe actually had to force herself not to drool as she stared at his cute little butt. Not to mention those broad shoulders, She closed her eyes and tried to suppress a groan, it really had been too long since she had been with a man. Brady could feel her eyes on him and he couldn't help but smile.
"I'm sorry, if I'm bothering you Brady."
Brady turned to face Chloe and smiled at her. He walked over to his desk and sat the file on it.
"Not at all. In fact, I'm glad for the break."
Brady suddenly stopped talking and frowned. Was she here to cancel lunch? Brady sat on the corner of his desk and just looked at her, with a look of questioned disappointment on his face. Chloe saw that look and smiled. He could be so easy to read sometimes. If it was a couple of months ago she probably wouldn't know what to think, but now she was finding it easier to see his emotions.
"I'm not here to cancel Brady., So stop giving me that look"
He didn't respond, so she went on. "I just came to let you know, I'm headed to get lunch. You still want BLT'S right?"
Brady let out a slow breath, smiled and said "Yes, of course I still want those. I've looked forward to those all morning. Brady looked out the window and noticed the graying skies and said, "It looks like a storm is rollin' in. Be careful out there."
Chloe tilted her head slightly, half smiled and replied, I will. I'll be back soon."
"Alright."
And with that, Chloe turned and walked out of his office. After Chloe had left, Brady ran his hand through his hair, loosened his tie and took off his jacket. Then, he sat in his chair, put his feet up on his desk and closed his eyes.
As Chloe drove to the diner to get lunch, she laughed remembering the look on his face. As she pulled into the diner, it began to storm badly. So badly, it made her jump as Chloe walked up into the diner. Chloe walked up to the counter to order lunch.
"How can I help you?"
"Let's see, 6 turkey bacon BLT'S, side of Cole slaw, 2 ice teas, and 2 pieces of apple pie. Please."
The cashier looked at Chloe wondering how someone so small could eat that much
"Is that all, miss ?"
Chloe spotted the brownies and decided to be overly nice to the boss .
"Oh, no. I'll take 4 of those and a cup of coffee for here please."
"Sure. Are the brownies to go or for here, with the coffee?"
"Coffee , here. Brownies to go."
"Alright. It will be a few minutes."
With that, the waitress placed a cup of coffee on the counter and went to start the order. Chloe went to a payphone to call Brady.
Brady who had opened his eyes at the sound of the storm outside, sat looking over some papers listening to the rain hit his window. As he tried to focus on work, Brady couldn't help but be concerned for Chloe. It was getting pretty nasty out. And 10 minutes after Chloe had left, the power started going on and off. Poor Brady, nearly jumped out of his skin when the phone rang.
"Basic Black, Vice President Black here."
"My aren't we being formal."
Brady sighed a sound of relief, when he heard Chloe's voice.
" Hey, is everything OK?"
"Nothing is wrong. Unless, you can't wait for lunch ?"
"Yes, I think I can wait for food." He replied teasingly. However, he didn't know just how long he could wait to taste those lips of hers.
"Is it busy?"
"Yes, some. It is lunch time. I'll try to get back as soon as I can."
"Alright. Just, be careful. It looks like it's getting bad outside"
Chloe couldn't help half smiling at her boss's concern for her.
"I promise, I'll be as careful as I can. I have to go, the order is almost ready."
And with that, they hung up. Chloe took a drink of her coffee. As she did, Chloe smiled to herself. Brady sat down at his desk anxiously awaiting Chloe's return.
TBC- Now that Chloe and Brady have established they like each other, will things start getting steamy?
By Kristen and Alisa
Chapter 14 -Facing Brady-
After leaving Natalie's school Chloe noticed the time, and didn't know how late it had gotten. In fact this was the latest she had ever been, and knew it was not a good thing. As Chloe stepped into the elevator for some reason her conversation with Natalie that night Mimi had come back into town replayed itself in her head.
.::::::::::.FlashBack.:::::::::.
Chloe sat on the couch reading her latest Nora Robert's book. No matter how busy life got, she would always find time to settle down and read a good book. She found it oddly interesting that the theme was mistaken identity. It almost reminded her of the first time she saw Brady. She remembered him coming down the hallway like a vision in his suit, as he always is. She laughed out loud remembering the look of disgust and annoyance on her face as he made eye contact.
"What's so funny mommy?" Natalie asked from the other side of the couch.
Chloe blushed. She put the book down in front of her and sat up a little to face her daughter. "Just something in this book was funny to me" Chloe said easily, finding it pitiful how she was trying to convince a Six year old. Natalie wasn't easily put off, and she wasn't dumb either.
"You and Aunt Mimi were talking about Brady earlier, right?"
Chloe looked shocked. How did she know? Chloe narrowed her eyes at her daughter looking perfectly innocent except for that mischievous gleam in her blue-green eyes. Yep, Mimi was definitely rubbing off on her.
"OK you", Chloe smiled playfully, "Mimi and I were in fact talking about Brady earlier, but it was just about business." Again another lie.
"I don't want you or Natalie to get hurt" Mimi's words echoed in her mind. If She and Brady got involved she had to think about the effect it would have on Natalie. Maybe it was best if she didn't let Natalie know her feelings for Brady.
Natalie was a little disappointed at her mother's words. She liked Brady and wanted her mother to like him too.
"I like Brady" Natalie said. Chloe looked at her daughter and saw the genuine smile on her little face. Chloe smiled. Maybe telling Natalie wouldn't be a bad idea after all.
.::::::::End of Flashback.:::::::::,
The low ding and swoosh of the elevator brought Chloe out of her thoughts. As Chloe approaches her office, the receptionist says, "Good morning, Ms. lane. And how is your daughter doing?" Chloe stopped at the mention of her daughter, and then she remembered how she ran out of here the other day like a crazy woman. Now half the office probably thought she was out of her mind.
"She's doing better. Thanks for asking, and covering for me." Chloe said sincerely. The other lady made a motion with her hand as if it was no big deal.
"Do I have any messages ?" As the lady reached for them and handed them to her, she said, "Yes, just one. Mr. Black would like to see you. And I wish your daughter well"
"Thank you." Chloe replied. She would have to remember to get that lady a gift or something.
Chloe walked to her office and upon entering took her coat off. Brady wanted to see her first thing, and she was beyond late. She searched her brain to see if she had stupidly forgotten about some account, but couldn't think of anything. She went and got 2 coffees, a couple of muffins(his favorite of course). And then, she proceeded to her boss' office. All the while, trying to stay calm. No matter how many times she found herself standing outside his office, it always gave her this exciting chill.
Chloe took a deep breath and tried to calm her overly fragile nerves. She juggled the tray and knocked on the door.
"Come in."
Well he didn't yell. No yelling was good, hopefully it would stay that way. She opened the door, and walked in with the tray.
As she closed the door, Chloe said, "Good morning, Mr. Black. Here, is your coffee and muffin. I understand, that you wanted to see me?" Eyes wide and face slowly becoming flushed an excuse for her tardiness rushed out "I'm sorry that I'm late. When I dropped Natalie off at school, I had to talk to her teacher." Chloe didn't look up at him. In fear, he would be mad that she was late.
When Brady looked up from the papers he was looking at, he nearly stopped breathing. He sat there looking at a goddess. He swore to himself she got better looking every time he saw her. And what was this? Her hair down? It looks better down. His eyes just devoured her form and that's when he noticed she wasn't looking at him. His brows scrunched together in confusion as he thought about it, but was pulled out of his thoughts by Chloe clearing her throat.
"Ahem. Mr. Black, are you alright sir.?" Chloe asked desperately hoping everything was OK. Brady swallowed hard, and ran his hand through his hair.
"First, will you please look up at me?" Blue met blue in an intense stare.
"Good, thank you. Second, What did I say about calling me Mr. Black inside this office, Chloe?" Chloe nervously curled a strand of her waist length hair around her finger as she balanced the tray with the other hand.
"You said, to call you Brady inside this office. I'm sorry." Chloe said as she began to walk to his desk.
Brady smiled, "That's alright, after the weekend you had. Also, I'm fine to finally answer your question. I just kind of zoned out there for a minute. Third, will you please relax Chloe? I'd like to drink that coffee, not clean it up." He finished with a teasing smile. Chloe sat the tray down and Brady waited for her to sit before he continued.
"Thanks for the coffee and muffin. I've been here since 7:30am, going over the Brookes deal. And don't worry about being a little late."
Chloe broke in, "But, you said that-"
Brady cut her off, "Yes, Chloe . I know what I said in the beginning about being late but, you did have a sick child. And besides, this is the first time in 4 months that you've been late. They both took sips of their coffee and a bite of muffin.
"Thank you, Brady." Chloe said giving him a bright smile.
"Don't mention it. Any way, how is your daughter doing? Is she feeling better?"
"She seems to be better. We won't know for awhile. I just wish I'd hear something soon." Chloe said with a sigh.
As Chloe sat across from Brady, she looked at him carefully. His clothes looked worn and it looked like he hadn't shaved in a few days. He looked really tired, as if hadn't gotten much sleep over the weekend. She was the one with the sick child and here he was looking worse than she did. Could something be wrong? Did a deal go bad?
Chloe finished her thought and noticed that he was checking her out for the second time that morning. Chloe looked down at her outfit. She didn't think there was anything wrong with it but, under his intense gaze she felt oddly self-conscience. This cream color probably looked awful. She should have worn the blue one.
Brady couldn't help himself. He was seriously on edge and these urges he had been having just couldn't be brought down anymore. He suddenly stood up, walked around his desk and sat on the edge of it facing Chloe. Almost as if a trance he leaned forward and placed some hair behind her right ear, causing a chill to run through Chloe.
"Beautiful." He whispered looking straight into her big blue eyes.
The feel of her silky hair against his rough hands felt so good, but this wasn't the time for that and he knew she wasn't ready either. Chloe was taken back a little at what he had just said and done. She was confused yet dazed.
"What?" she replied matching his soft tone. Her words slipped into his ears like liquid sex, and his eyes had fixed in on those full lips. He couldn't help himself.
He softly caressed her cheek with his thumb and said, "I said, you're beautiful. And your hair, is so much better down. More relaxed" his eyes moved to her hair but, his hands continued to caress her soft cheek. Chloe closed her eyes at the feel of his hand on her face and his words. They made her smile. The feel of him so close was sending jolts up and down her entire body. He had such a soft touch, nothing like her ex-husband.
Just the thought of Phillip, made Chloe shake. Brady dropped his hand and sat back on the desk, as he did he asked, "Are you alright, Chloe? Because, I don't want to push you into anything that you may not be ready for or want." Brady couldn't believe he had just said that. He didn't know if he would be able to control himself if she said she wasn't ready. Chloe shook her head, opened her eyes and reached for her coffee because her mouth was dry. The effects of Brady and his gentle ways with her , totally shocked her. This wasn't the man everyone had talked about, being a hard-ass and heartless woman user.
While Chloe tried to get her mind to work again, Brady sat patiently waiting for the beautiful woman in front of him to speak.
Finally, Chloe found her voice and said, "I'm sorry about that. You didn't do anything wrong."
" Are you sure, Chloe? I know you've had it rough and I swear, I don't want to push you. But, I do really like you a lot and I'd like for us to get to know each other better."
Chloe stood up and placed her hand on Brady's cheek, looked into his eyes and said,
"Yes, I'm sure. And I'll be honest, I like you too. In fact, It seems you made quite the impression on Natalie as well." Chloe said with an easy smile, becoming more relaxed.
"Well, she is a sweet little thing. Speaking of Natalie, I hope everything is OK?" Brady said concerned.
"Yes, I hope so too" Chloe said forcing a smile, she didn't feel.
Chloe broke his gaze and stared at her hands in her lap. Brady sat looking at the beautiful woman in front of him. As he sat watching her, Brady got an idea. Chloe felt warm fingers lift her chin. She looked into his bright crystal eyes, knowing he was up to something.
"I have an idea"
"What's that?" Chloe asked
"Well, we have that meeting with Brooke on Wednesday and we need to go over some things before then. So, what I suggest is, we have lunch here, take care of work, and talk. How does that sound?"
It was the perfect way to start getting to know each other better. Besides, they really did need to go over things for the meeting. And hey, they had to eat right? Brady mentally patted himself on the back.
Chloe couldn't believe what she was hearing or feeling at the moment. Brady's kind words were going straight to her heart and every time he touched her it was making her insides flip. She couldn't believe that he wanted to have lunch with her here in the office.
"You want to have lunch here in the office with me? What about the staff, aren't you concerned what they'll think or say?" Chloe asked confused.
Brady stood and leaned against his desk. He crossed his arms in a casual stance.
"Chloe, I don't care what they say or think about me having lunch with
You here in My office." He stopped noticing her hesitant face. "But, if your not comfortable with it. We don't have to. I just thought, that we could kill a couple of birds at the same time."
Chloe realized her silence was taking it's toll so she quickly stood with a smile
"I'd like that. I have to call the school to check on Natalie, then I'm all yours. Did you want to order in?"
Chloe had no idea, what the words "then I'm all yours" did to Brady. His mind painting interesting images at the thought of her being all his. Then he remembered her question.
"You know what? I could really go for some of those BLT's. Remember the ones you got that one time you found me asleep? Those BLT's were heaven" They both smiled at the memory of it.
"Well, until then I better get to my office and get some work done."
Both Brady and Chloe stood and walked to the door. As they did, Brady had
his hand on the small of her back. His light touch, made her warm all over. When they reached the door, Brady opened it for her and said, "I'll see you later then."
Chloe turned and nodded her head and gave him a slight smile. Then, she headed for her office and Brady closed his door and went to his desk to get some work done. Brady sat down roughly in his big leather chair. He rested his elbows on the desk as he ran his hands over his face. He finally released the moan that he had fought to keep while Chloe was in his office. That woman was going to be the death of him. Why oh why, did she have to be so damn sexy. And the funny thing was she probably had no idea the effect she had on him. He rested his head on his hand thinking about how long he had known Chloe. How long had he simply watched her and wanted her, but always fought the urge to do anything about it. Those long legs, and full pouty lips. His sexual frustration was getting the best of him.
Chloe entered her office, sat behind her desk and closed her eyes. She could still feel the warmth of his hands on her. Those big strong hands caressing her soft cheek. His sultry voice as he said she was beautiful. Chloe's eyes closed and she smiled dazedly. Her cheeks started to flush at the nervous tingle her body was under. Chloe didn't think she would be able to sit and play dumb for long. With his hair ruffled and his face unshaven she thought he was the sexiest man she had ever seen. She could swear his scent followed her everywhere she went, and she reveled in it. Chloe shook her head and tried to get to work.
-Several Hours later-
Chloe looked up from her files and saw that it was 11:45am. So, after stretching a bit. Chloe picked up the phone and called her daughter's school to check on Natalie. After being told that Natalie was just fine and didn't seem to be having any problems, Chloe thanked the teacher.
Then, Chloe got up from her chair grabbed her coat and purse and left to get her and Brady's lunch, as she had promised. As she was leaving, Chloe stopped by Brady's office. And as she was walking toward Brady's office with her coat & purse, Chloe noticed Cassie at the front desk following her with her eyes. Chloe smirked as she sauntered down the hall to Brady's office. 'Eat your heart out Cass, cause Brady doesn't care what you think, and neither do I'. Chloe saw the dirty looks she had been getting from that girl, as well as a large portion of the female staff, for over 3 months. With a shrug of her shoulders she just let it slide.
Brady stood facing the window as he looked over a file when a knock was heard.
"Yes?" he asked not even turning around.
Chloe opened the door and walked in. She closed the door and just froze. When she said Brady had been a vision in his suit, that wasn't even half of it. This man could fill out a suit in all the right places. Chloe actually had to force herself not to drool as she stared at his cute little butt. Not to mention those broad shoulders, She closed her eyes and tried to suppress a groan, it really had been too long since she had been with a man. Brady could feel her eyes on him and he couldn't help but smile.
"I'm sorry, if I'm bothering you Brady."
Brady turned to face Chloe and smiled at her. He walked over to his desk and sat the file on it.
"Not at all. In fact, I'm glad for the break."
Brady suddenly stopped talking and frowned. Was she here to cancel lunch? Brady sat on the corner of his desk and just looked at her, with a look of questioned disappointment on his face. Chloe saw that look and smiled. He could be so easy to read sometimes. If it was a couple of months ago she probably wouldn't know what to think, but now she was finding it easier to see his emotions.
"I'm not here to cancel Brady., So stop giving me that look"
He didn't respond, so she went on. "I just came to let you know, I'm headed to get lunch. You still want BLT'S right?"
Brady let out a slow breath, smiled and said "Yes, of course I still want those. I've looked forward to those all morning. Brady looked out the window and noticed the graying skies and said, "It looks like a storm is rollin' in. Be careful out there."
Chloe tilted her head slightly, half smiled and replied, I will. I'll be back soon."
"Alright."
And with that, Chloe turned and walked out of his office. After Chloe had left, Brady ran his hand through his hair, loosened his tie and took off his jacket. Then, he sat in his chair, put his feet up on his desk and closed his eyes.
As Chloe drove to the diner to get lunch, she laughed remembering the look on his face. As she pulled into the diner, it began to storm badly. So badly, it made her jump as Chloe walked up into the diner. Chloe walked up to the counter to order lunch.
"How can I help you?"
"Let's see, 6 turkey bacon BLT'S, side of Cole slaw, 2 ice teas, and 2 pieces of apple pie. Please."
The cashier looked at Chloe wondering how someone so small could eat that much
"Is that all, miss ?"
Chloe spotted the brownies and decided to be overly nice to the boss .
"Oh, no. I'll take 4 of those and a cup of coffee for here please."
"Sure. Are the brownies to go or for here, with the coffee?"
"Coffee , here. Brownies to go."
"Alright. It will be a few minutes."
With that, the waitress placed a cup of coffee on the counter and went to start the order. Chloe went to a payphone to call Brady.
Brady who had opened his eyes at the sound of the storm outside, sat looking over some papers listening to the rain hit his window. As he tried to focus on work, Brady couldn't help but be concerned for Chloe. It was getting pretty nasty out. And 10 minutes after Chloe had left, the power started going on and off. Poor Brady, nearly jumped out of his skin when the phone rang.
"Basic Black, Vice President Black here."
"My aren't we being formal."
Brady sighed a sound of relief, when he heard Chloe's voice.
" Hey, is everything OK?"
"Nothing is wrong. Unless, you can't wait for lunch ?"
"Yes, I think I can wait for food." He replied teasingly. However, he didn't know just how long he could wait to taste those lips of hers.
"Is it busy?"
"Yes, some. It is lunch time. I'll try to get back as soon as I can."
"Alright. Just, be careful. It looks like it's getting bad outside"
Chloe couldn't help half smiling at her boss's concern for her.
"I promise, I'll be as careful as I can. I have to go, the order is almost ready."
And with that, they hung up. Chloe took a drink of her coffee. As she did, Chloe smiled to herself. Brady sat down at his desk anxiously awaiting Chloe's return.
TBC- Now that Chloe and Brady have established they like each other, will things start getting steamy?