Darker – Chapter 23
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Warning! Chapters may include graphic sexual situations (BDSM) which may not be suitable for everyone. Reviews and comments are always welcome. Thank you for reading.
Last time on Darker…
Feeling a bit naughty I secured the leather accessory around my neck and instantly relaxed. Letting all of the air out of my lungs I closed my eyes and felt my temperature rise. I was officially aroused and needed to take the damn thing off before I did something stupid. But it was too late. Hearing the door shut and deadbolt engage, I spun around and saw him.
"What are you doing in here?"
Oh fuck...
And now…
I was speechless and for whatever reason couldn't look him in the eye as I held mine downward to avoid his judgmental stare. He never said I couldn't be in the playroom without him but now that I'd been caught red handed it felt as though I was intruding on his privacy. Slowly I began to undo my collar but was stopped.
"While you're in here only I can remove it, remember?" I nodded, taking in his words and thought a punishment was imminent. "And aren't you a little over dressed to be in here?"
"Um...sorry." My words were barely above a whisper as I crossed my arms and grabbed the hem of my tank. Just as I began to raise the material, I was stopped again. "What? Isn't this what you wanted?"
"Of course, I always want sex with you but for once in my life I don't know what the hell to do with you." Jesse was conflicted as he raked his fingers through his hair. "You never answered my question."
"Um...right. I was bored and curious."
"About what?"
"All of this." I merely stated, looking around the Red Room of Pain.
"I see." He retorted trying to understand my intent. "The door was locked. How did you get in?"
"I asked Christine for a key." I answered truthfully, still looking down at my fingers. "Please don't be mad."
"I'm not angry, Beca but like you've done so many times before, I'm just surprised you would do this." His admission had me wondering what the consequences of my actions would be. "What do you think I should do?"
"I don't know." Letting all of the air out of my lungs I was becoming more frustrated. "You're the dominant, or sadist or whatever the hell you are." I mumbled under my breath.
"Yes, but I'm also your lover." He paced the room and settled in front of me. Reaching for the collar he unbuckled it with one hand and let the accessory fall off. "I can't concentrate with this damn thing on you!" He huffed as the collar hit the ground. "Look at me!"
I did as I was told and saw his internal struggle.
"Are you going to punish me?"
"Do you want me too?"
"You already know the answer to that." Biting my lip I looked away. "Obviously I fucked up for being in here so it's your decision."
"I should punish you." He spoke softly then without warning tugged my hair down in back and crashed his lips to mine. The force was almost too painful as our teeth clashed. "I should take you over my knee and make that ass of yours raw." He threatened through gritted teeth.
Pulling away from him I'd had just about enough. "Okay, you never forbid me to come in here alone!" It was my turn to unload as I paced the room. "And plus, there was no mention of it in the contract. If you want to add it to the Submissive section as sub-clause 15-25, you better get that damn lawyer of yours on the phone and draw up some new papers!" With my arms crossed over my chest I turned away from him.
Touche!
He sighed in resignation. "You memorized the sub-clauses of the contract?"
"Yeah! I read the damn thing. Several times actually. It amused me."
"Amused you?" He repeated as his eyes nearly popped out of their sockets while he shook his head. After a couple of minutes of silence he realized this was a battle he wasn't going to win. "Well played, Miss Mitchell. As usual you've made a valid point and I stand corrected." Walking around he stood in front of me and saw that I was holding back my smirk. "Are you fucking with me?"
"No, but I do find this situation ridiculous." I paused. "This is my home now. I'm not just one of the fifteen, I'm your girlfriend with singular tastes. Sound familiar? However, if you don't want me in here than we can just stick with vanilla sex."
"Is that what you want?"
"You already know the answer to that."
This time it was Jesse's turn to laugh. "We really are alike." His reaction had me laughing along because he was right. "Tell me something, how did you feel being alone in here?"
I thought about what he was asking, gnawed on my lip then decided to come clean. The room had a womb like feel that did things to my libido. "Aroused, especially when I put on the dog collar."
"Go on."
"I kept thinking about what we've already done and the things we haven't."
"We've had some good times in here." I nodded in agreement as he continued. "But we've only scratched the surface." He paused to consider the possibilities. "Perhaps we can put your insolence to good use and continue your training."
"My training?"
"Yeah." He merely stated. "I bet you're soaked." To test his theory Jesse forced his hand down the front of my sweat bottoms. When his fingers swept through my folds he let out a sigh as I sucked in my breath. "Oh, baby! You never disappoint." Pulling his hand out, he brought his glistening fingers to his mouth and licked them clean. "Tell me what you want."
"Isn't it obvious?" With my arousal spiking even more I needed a release like yesterday. "I want you."
He smiled at my candor. "You already have me and I will fuck you, but first let me show you a few things I've recently acquired."
It became a perverted version of show and tell as Jesse showed me the newest additions to his personal collection. He was the master of his universe as he proudly displayed the latest in bondage gear, electro-sex gadgets and kinky sex toys. Stopping upon a steel bar with D-rings, I picked it up and examined it.
"What the hell is this thing?"
"Excellent choice." Jesse was full of mischief as he took the object from me. "Do you wanna play?"
My inner goddess popped up like a Jack in the Box.
Biting my lip again, I nodded.
"Good! We'll take it to the bedroom."
"Why not here?"
"Baby steps, Beca. I'm not quite ready to bring you back in here." He admitted truthfully then gave it more consideration. "And what about you? It wasn't so long ago you were attacked. Are you seriously ready for this?"
"Yes." Understanding where he was coming from I grabbed him by his jacket lapels and pressed my lips to his. "It's what my body and soul crave. You brought passion back into my life when I thought I'd lost it to that asshole. I trust you implicitly and want this."
"Be careful what you ask for." He cautioned. "What I have planned will be nothing you've experienced before." My eyes widened with fear of the unknown but my body couldn't wait.
Contemplating what kind of scene we were going to play out my anxiety level rose. What the hell was I thinking going inside the playroom and getting all hot and bothered? What kind of freak was I becoming?
At that moment my subconscious sucker punched me because it would seem a part of me wanted to be caught. With Jesse's reluctance to take me back to the playroom, this was my way of telling him what I needed.
Without warning Jesse's mood lightened as he picked me up and tossed me over his shoulder while I squawked in surprise. Apparently the dude couldn't wait to have his way with me with that thing of his. Grabbing more items I couldn't see, he locked the door behind us and headed to the bedroom.
Taking the flight of stairs to the main level we passed Christine along the way who smiled at the spectacle we made while I flushed in embarrassment because she had to know what we were up to.
"Um...we'll be turning in early tonight, you know...jet lag." Why I felt I owed her an explanation was beyond me as she smirked and went on her merry way.
Entering our bedroom he deposited me carelessly on the bed and draped his body over mine. Feeling his erection against me it was obvious he was just as aroused as I was. Our kisses were filled with hunger as he wasted no time in disposing of my clothes. I was stripped to my birthday suit when Jesse stopped and gazed upon me. We were at a point in our relationship where I no longer felt the need to shield myself as he worshipped my body with gentle touches.
"Do you have any idea what you mean to me?" Shaking my head I let out a whimper as he ran his palm over a hardened nipple. "You're the most important thing in my life." Leaning down he pressed his lips to mine as my fingers weaved through his soft hair. "You're all I need and everything I could ever want." He murmured into my lips then kissed me with such passion my heart felt as though it would explode. "Say yes."
"Jesse." Not wanting to discuss the proposal any further I needed to change the topic. "I love you too but aren't you a bit overdressed?" My teasing brought him back to his agenda. "I'm waiting for this so-called new experience."
"Oh really?" Getting to his feet he went over to the door and locked us in. "No escaping for you." He joked then became serious. "This can get pretty intense so if it's too much just tell me to stop. Okay?"
I nodded as he began to undress himself.
"Sit up and relax." Doing as I was told I leaned against a mountain of pillows. "This thing you picked out is called a spreader bar and is used in a different type of bondage. It's to keep the submissive open and restrained for their dominant to do as they please. These go on first."
Wide open and restrained? Sounds hot!
With ankle and wrist restraints fastened to me, he connected my ankles to the D-rings at both ends of the bar and left my wrists free. With a couple of clicks the bar was expanded from twelve to thirty-six inches and all of a sudden my feet felt as though they were miles apart and a jumbo jet could pass through my center. It was at that moment I realized what was about to happen. Being pushed down onto my back I was completely exposed while Jesse was going to do unimaginable things to me.
"How're you doing, babe?"
"Good." I answered quickly and smiled warily. "I'm good."
"That's my girl." He praised as he began to tease my sex. As his fingers explored me further I felt my arousal peak. "Jesus! You're already so wet. Let's see how you taste."
Oh my God...
Feeling his mouth on me I let out a gasp as his tongue massaged me the way I loved it, but being in this position I felt so vulnerable not knowing how far he would take things. As he sucked on my clit his digits filled me entirely, pumping my core and striking my special spot.
It felt more intense this way because I couldn't close my thighs. The pressure was building quickly and I was losing control. Letting out a strangled cry I shut my eyes, arched my back and grabbed the sheets with both hands as a powerful orgasm ripped through me. With being so exposed my body went on autopilot as my climax was prolonged.
"What the hell!" I was freaking out because the pulses wouldn't stop.
"Oh baby!" The tone of his voice was pure astonishment as my body spasmed uncontrollably. Feeling warmth on my lower extremities I knew from researching BDSM that I must have ejaculated my fluids which, I discovered that certain women were capable of during intense full body orgasms.
"You're fucking amazing." He beamed as he vigorously rubbed my clit propelling me into a multiple climactic situation.
"We're just getting warmed up." His seductive tone would be my undoing as I felt more tremors threaten from within. Leaving the bed he retrieved something out of a drawer. "You still with me?"
"Uh Huh." Was all I could get out between my ragged breaths as my eyes remained shut from my exquisite release.
Hearing something buzzing, I opened my eyes and braced myself for the next delicious assault. "This may tingle a little."
I cried out as I felt something press against my pubic area. Looking down it appeared to be some kind of massager with a large white rounded head that pulsed against my skin. The sensation was fucking amazing as I felt tiny hairs on my skin stand up
"How does that feel?"
"Mmm..." It really did feel good as my desire peaked again. "Fuuuuck!"
Letting out a chuckle he moved the vibrating device lower to the entrance of my core. The closer it got to my love bud the more intense the buzzing became.
"Isn't this nice?" He repeated the seductive mantra I've heard so many times as the culprit was held against my nerve bundle while the high thread count sheets shredded in my hands.
"Holy shit!" I cursed while my sensitive nub was stimulated and then I felt something enter me. It was too small to be his cock yet too large to be fingers. "What is that?"
"Shh...it doesn't matter. Relax and just let it happen." He whispered as I felt the object being pushed further inside. Was it a dildo? Then I felt the doodad come alive and send my pupils to the back of my head. "As much as you love my dick, even it has its limitations. This is a g-spot vibrator." With both areas under attack it was only a matter of minutes before I was exploding and squirting...again.
"Fuck!" He blurted out as my body bucked while my legs strained against the steel bar as he removed the devices and watched me unravel again and again. "That's it baby, let it go."
Without warning I was flipped onto my front and raised to my knees. With my wrists pulled behind me they were quickly attached to the ends of the bar while my face was pushed into the pile of pillows. With my ass up in the air I felt hog tied and completely helpless as Jesse began toying with my other hole. "This is an anal probe, not much wider than my finger. It's going to vibrate on a low frequency to give us both pleasure while I'm inside you."
Sounds hot...
I wasn't sure how much more I could take as I received my first ever rim job as his tongue explored and teased my other opening that left me moaning like a porn star actress. I gasped as the device was slowly guided inside but then starting mewling when I felt a slight tingling there. Jesse was right, it was nothing I'd ever experienced as I was on the cusp of another powerful climax. As the topic of anal play kept coming up I'd read about how there were erogenous zones there but never imagined it could feel so good. Getting caught up in the sensation I didn't realize Jesse had positioned himself to enter me. With his tip teasing my entrance he pushed his way inside and began to move.
I couldn't contain myself and grunted loudly with each thrust; I was literally about to burst when he stopped and withdrew himself.
What the…?
"Not yet, baby." And turned up the frequency of the probe that nearly did me in. "We're going to take it nice and slow this time. Now that I've got you exactly where I want you, we're going to savor this."
I'd never been so stimulated and was panting like a dog in heat as I felt subspace fast approaching. He must have sensed it as he pulled out and left me pouting.
"Oh, no you don't." Leaning down he kissed the back of my neck and reached around to squeeze my dangling breasts. "Don't you dare let yourself trance. Stay with me."
Re-entering me I cried out as his thrusts were deeper and slower. Taking his time, the vibration we felt was hypnotizing as we lost ourselves in the moment. As Jesse practically withdrew he pushed back in and held position as we let the electro-sex vibes run its course. With muffled cries in the pillows I came hard a couple more times before Jesse climaxed and shot his load into my depths. As my walls clamped around him, I drained every last drop as my body absorbed his seed.
By the time we had recovered from our orgasms I was freed from the probe and spreader bar, then brought into his arms. I felt loved, desired and satiated all at once, but was also dehydrated and exhausted; I could barely move.
The strength of a dying moth...
"Drink this." Helping me sit up he handed over a glass of water which I gulped down immediately while he gently moved my dampened hair off my flushed face. "You're thirsty because your body lost a lot of fluids. I'll get you more." Quickly getting to his feet he put on a pair of boxers and headed for the kitchen.
A couple of minutes later he returned and handed me another glass which I downed while he watched in amusement.
"I've never seen you cum so hard, was that okay for you?"
"What do you think?" It was a rhetorical question that needed no response as I emptied another glass. "It was bone chillingly, fucking fantastic."
Looking relieved and pleased with himself Jesse removed his shorts and returned to bed. "I agree. You never cease to amaze me."
Ignoring the giant wet spot created by our electro-sex session, we held each other and kissed passionately. Hearing the final words of an appointment being made with Dr. Moss, I felt content, closed my eyes and drifted off to a peaceful slumber.
Seventy-two hours later…
It was Monday morning and the day I was returning to work. With Jesse being lazy he'd decided to take the day off and was being overly distracting while I was freshly showered and dressed in black slacks, a form fitting black blouse and leather belt with a large silver buckle. My hair was up in a loose bun with tendrils hanging loosely on both sides with makeup done on the conservative side. With the bruise nearly healed I was able to cover it up with very little concealer.
"You look gorgeous." His compliment sent electrical pulses to my groin as I sat on the edge of our bed and slipped on my high heeled boots until playful Jesse grabbed me around the waist and pulled me down. Pressing his lips to mine I felt myself give into desire but had to break it off.
"Dude! I would love to do this but I've got to get to work, and so do you."
"No you don't."
"Here we go again". I thought to myself and rolled my eyes. With Jesse's insistence he kissed me again and started undoing my belt. "Stay here and have passionate vanilla sex with me."
"As attractive of an offer that is, I don't think the new owners of 'Residual Heat' would appreciate an employee calling in just to have sex on their first day back."
Letting out a sigh Jesse ran his fingers through his just fucked hair. "Fine! Go and be a music producer." His smile was so infectious I nearly gave into him. "Benji will take you to work and say with you while another guard is posted downstairs in the lobby.
"Thank you." Deciding not to argue with the added security I kissed him again. "I'm running late so I'm just gonna grab something at work."
Jesse beamed. "You mean you're actually going to eat something?"
"Yeah...I'm pretty hungry this morning. Can't imagine why." My suggestive tone made his eyes roll.
"I like making you hungry."
So do I...
Letting out a slight moan I gave Jesse one last kiss before getting to my feet. Grabbing my stuff I went looking for my chauffeur.
Forty minutes later...
Traffic was horrendous for a Monday morning but apparently Benji was also a NASCAR driver in a previous life. As I hung on for dear life I prayed to God we would make it there in one piece. Note to self, allow a full hour for travel time. Luckily my appointment with HR wasn't until ten so I had plenty of time for a quick bite. Entering the suite Barb, the receptionist stood up, ran around the desk and hugged me. She'd heard I had an accident but didn't have any details, and I wasn't about to go into it. Removing myself from her grip I headed inside to my cubicle. To my shock it had already been cleared out.
What the fuck was going on? Was I terminated?
I was furious! Storming out of the suite I grabbed Benji by the arm, not saying a word to Barb and entered the elevator to Human Resources. When the doors slid open a nameless blonde receptionist stood up and asked for my belongings.
"Good morning Ms. Mitchell, they're waiting for you."
"Who is?" Handing her my stuff I glanced over to the direction she was looking. "What the hell is going on?"
"Capitol sent their top execs to speak with you." She explained showing her pearly whites. "Your friend can stay in reception. Please come with me."
"Oh no! I'm not going anywhere without my friend who also happens to be my bodyguard."
"Yes ma'am...follow me."
Ma'am? What the fuck? I'm in my early twenties and younger than her...
Entering a conference room were a bunch of suits, Benji waited outside the glass doors.
"Ms. Mitchell." A man impeccably dressed in a grey double breasted ensemble opened. "Thank you for joining us on such short notice. Please have a seat." As another chair was pulled out, I sat down.
"I'm sorry, I mean no disrespect but who are you and why am I here?"
The men chuckled. "My apologies Ms. Mitchell. I'm Steve Barnett, CEO of Capitol Music Group."
Holy shit! The big wig himself.
"We've called this meeting because of what's transpired recently. We're joined by HR and legal council so everything discussed in here will remain private." Out of nervousness I bit my lip and fidgeted my fingers. "Our sincerest apologies for what happened and hope you'll fully recover from this ordeal. Keegan is no longer part of this organization and allowed anywhere near this building." Giving him a nod of appreciation, he continued on. "On a better note, we've been contacted by Snoop Dogg himself who was very impressed with the work you did on his first Christmas single which is scheduled for release next month. We would like you to continue your work with him on the rest of his album."
"Um...sure. Thank you but there's one slight problem. My cubicle was cleared out, I assumed my internship was over."
"Yes Ms. Mitchell, it is over. Based on your success we would like to offer you the position of Executive Producer of the 'Residual Heat' label. In anticipation of you accepting the position, your belongings have already been relocated in the office previously occupied by Keegan." And was handed a document with my new title and salary grade. "All you have to do is sign on the dotted line and the job is yours."
I couldn't believe what was happening and wondered if Jesse had anything to do with it. I'd gone from having an internship as a Production Assistant to becoming Executive Producer for Capitol's edgy sub-company that literally took place over night. With my salary nearly tripled I read over the document with a fine toothed comb.
"Thank you Mr. Barnett, I really appreciate the opportunity." I paused with a sigh as I made direct eye contact with the CEO. "I just have one question. Did the new owner have anything to do with this decision?"
The big wig smiled. "No, Ms. Mitchell. The decision was ours before the buy out was finalized, however we're fully aware of your relationship with Mr. Swanson which, will have no impact on your position here. You've earned this."
"Then I accept your offer." Grinning wide I signed the document and handed it back.
"Congratulations and best of luck to you in your new role." We shook hands to seal the deal. "My personal secretary will provide you with an electronic copy of the acceptance letter and will also send out a company wide announcement via email. Keegan's former administrative assistant will be assigned to you immediately."
"Thank you, Mr. Barnett."
As we stood up to leave I was joined by Benji as we headed back downstairs and was greeted by Destiny, Dax and Dean who were genuinely happy to see me.
True to his word, an email announcement went out within the hour. Settling into my new digs, I had the latest and greatest twenty-seven inch screen iMac computer and all the equipment I could ever need to produce a track.
Hearing the undeniable ping of an incoming email I clicked on the icon and smiled when I saw who it was from. As I was about to respond to the love of my life I received a call on my cell from Zoe who was officially inviting me over for Jesse's birthday dinner on Saturday. The arrogant ass never told me when his birthday was but now that I knew, the wheels were spinning in my head. I thanked the younger sibling for the call then invited her to meet me for lunch.
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FROM: Jesse
TO: Beca
SUBJECT: Woman On Top
Executive Producer? Congratulations baby, I'm so proud of you. This calls for celebration.
XOXO...
Jesse Swanson
Proud and Loving Boyfriend & CEO, JS Enterprises
I wonder what he has in mind, I hit reply.
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FROM: Beca
TO: Jesse
SUBJECT: Celebration
Thank you! The suits said you had nothing to do with the promotion so I accepted their offer. What kind of celebration did you have in mind?
And yes, I do prefer to be on top.
ILY...
Rebeca Mitchell
Flirtatious Executive Producer - Residual Heat Studios
Grinning, I hit send.
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FROM: Jesse
TO: Beca
SUBJECT: Oversized beds
The usual. Delicious meal paired with the perfect wine and then you screaming out my name. This bed of ours is way too big for one person. I got bored and ended up going into work.
By the way, I spat coffee everywhere reading your last email and I agree, you were born to ride.
XOXO...
Jesse Swanson
Bored out of my mind but now grinning for some reason CEO, JS Enterprises
Feeling myself flush, I hit reply
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FROM: Beca
TO: Jesse
SUBJECT: Senior Moments
We aim to please, Mr. Swanson :)
By the way, why didn't you tell me your birthday was coming up? Your sister just called to remind me about dinner at your parent's this Saturday and now she's meeting me for lunch.
Is your memory going? Perhaps while I'm out I'll pick up some batteries for your hearing aids now that you're officially entering your late twenties.
ILY...
Rebeca Mitchell
Old fart's girlfriend & Executive Producer - Residual Heat Studios
Chuckling at my response, I hit send.
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FROM: Jesse
TO: Beca
SUBJECT: Batteries
Thank you! Those little buggers can be VERY useful ;)
XOXO...
Jesse Swanson
Boyfriend with naughty thoughts & CEO, JS Enterprises
Shaking my head, I hit reply
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FROM: Beca
TO: Jesse
SUBJECT: Perv!
Did you just wink at me?
ILY...
Rebeca Mitchell
Rolling my eyes Executive Producer - Residual Heat Studios
Fully amused, I hit send.
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FROM: Jesse
TO: Beca
SUBJECT: Twitching Palm
Yes I did and my palm is twitching due to that nasty habit of yours but as you have pointed out so often, I share the same trait as you.
XOXO...
Jesse Swanson
Eye Roller & CEO, JS Enterprises
Smirking, I hit reply
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Getting a call from reception, Zoe was out front waiting for me. Looking at the time on my giant retina display I couldn't believe it was already lunch time and sent a final email to Jesse.
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FROM: Beca
TO: Jesse
SUBJECT: Twitching Palm
As much as I would love to continue this, you'll need to stow away your twitching palm for now because your sister is waiting for me. I never got around to breakfast so I'm famished.
Laters, baby...
Rebeca Mitchell
Hungry and Satiated Girlfriend & Executive Producer - Residual Heat Studios
Happy with my response, I hit send.
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FROM: Jesse
TO: Beca
SUBJECT: Annoying and nosey siblings
Tell my sister hello for me and enjoy your lunch. In the meantime I'll have IT wipe out these emails. Laters, baby…
XOXO...
P.S. Marry Me!
Jesse Swanson
Loving boyfriend & CEO, JS Enterprises
Smiling at his last email, I switched my computer off.
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Gathering my bag, Benji accompanied me to reception. As we made our way to the entrance Zoe appeared as spunky as ever with her trendy bob wearing a short tight leather skirt and low cut blouse that showed off her best assets. As we rounded the corner she practically accosted me.
"You look fantastic!" She squealed, wrapping her arms around me. "Understated but very sheik. No wonder my brother can't keep his eyes, or hands off of you." Her winking sent my eyes rolling to the heavens. "I can't wait to hear all about Copenhagen."
Shaking my head at the enthusiastic girl, we headed out. With a deli within walking distance we opted to stay local while Benji and an uniformed cop walked with us and kept a lookout for our safety. The restaurant was bustling with activity however, after a few minutes a small table opened up and we were seated. Studying the lunch specials we settled for chopped salads and iced teas. After our orders were taken Zoe grabbed my hand and practically begged for information.
"Is it true?" She asked as our iced teas were dropped off. Nodding I took a sip. "How did he do it?" I nearly choked on my drink.
"Trust me, you don't want to know."
"Oh no!" She got it right away. Letting out a sigh Zoe shook her head. "Please tell me it wasn't during sex."
I couldn't hold back my smirk and probably flamed fuchsia. "Actually it was in between." My admission had her cracking up. "It wasn't planned...it just sort of happened."
"No wonder you haven't given him an answer. That idiot brother of mine should've known better."
If she only knew my reasons for taking my time. We didn't exactly have a normal start to our relationship but what we did have was unconditional love and enough passion to ignite a thousand space shuttles. In two days we would be counseled by the good doctor and I would get the answers I needed. However, the more I thought about it the more I realized how unfair I was being to Jesse who would always need reinforcement for my commitment to him. It was at that moment I had my epiphany; it all made sense to me. Not only did I know what my answer was, I knew what I had to do.
"Beca?" Bringing me out of my reverie I didn't realize our salads had been brought. "Are you okay?"
"Yeah. I've never been better." And meant it.
My vibrant smile said it all as she acknowledged me with a nod. Polishing off our salads we talked about winning a cappella's highest honor to my promotion at work. Zoe talked about going back to college to finish her bachelor's degree and gave me details for Saturday night's dinner. Looking at my cell I saw that my lunch hour was nearly over and grabbed the check as soon as it was dropped off. With my new six digit salary I was more than capable of affording our meals. After paying the cashier I was about to wave to Benji when we ran into an old friend.
"Becky!" Only the Brit could call me that as he picked me up and swung me around. "You look hot! When did you get back?" He asked while Zoe drooled over Luke who was sporting snug fitting jeans and a tight grey shirt that showed off his abs of steel and tattooed muscular guns.
"Who is this?" Zoe asked as Luke put me back down on my feet. "Beca, can you please...?"
"Oh...right. Sure." I responded. "Zoe, this is Luke, a friend of mine from college. Luke, this is Jesse's younger sister, Zoe." Luke discarded me like trash as he pushed me to the side and took in Zoe's beauty.
"Becky never mentioned Jesse's sibling was such a knockout." She batted her eyes at his compliment while I watched them interact. "Love, would you like to go out sometime?"
From what I saw, Luke was just as smitten with Zoe as he took her hand and lightly pressed his lips to her knuckles while she giggled. I'd never seen the DJ this way as he swooned over the Jesse's little sister who appeared to be just as enamored by him. For once Zoe was shy and quiet as she was incapable of looking away from Luke.
I wondered at that very moment how Jesse would feel about some dude, who used to have a thing for me, dating his younger sister. After a little more small talk I looked at the time and needed to get back to work.
"Guys! Um...I need to get back to the office so…" Their eyes were locked and could give a shit if I was there or not. I was invisible. "I'm just gonna go." Shaking my head I chuckled to myself and backed away as the two of them carried on.
Waving to Benji at the counter he stood up and escorted me out of the restaurant. In order to carry out my plan I needed Benji's help. As we entered the Capitol Tower building I stopped to ask him for a favor.
"Benji, I want to buy something for Jesse's birthday but I don't have enough cash and don't want him to know where I purchased it. I know this is a lot to ask but can I borrow your credit card? I'll pay you back next week...I promise."
"I would be happy to Miss Beca." He smiled as he pressed the elevator call button. "When did you want to go?"
"Tonight after work."
Two days later...
As Executive Producer my typical work day consisted of coordinating meetings with my team, overseeing projects in progress and having playful email banter with a certain billionaire who kept pestering me for an answer. Today was also the day we were meeting with his shrink and I was as nervous as can be of the outcome. Pulling up to the front, Don drove the SUV with Jesse already in back as Benji accompanied me out of the building and opened the rear passenger door for me. Jesse immediately pulled me to him and kissed my lips. With our foreheads pressed together we held hands and had the feeling things between us were about to change. As soon as Benji settled in the front passenger seat we were on our way.
"Are you ready for this?" He asked softly. "I hope you get the answers you need."
So did I...
"Um...I wanted you to have this. It's just one of your birthday gifts." Handing him a long narrow box he looked like a little boy on Christmas Day as he shook it against his ear. Looking dumbfounded he studied the shape of the container and looked puzzled. "Promise me you won't open it until Saturday night."
"Okay baby, I won't but why are you giving this to me now?"
"I wanted you to look forward to something." Acknowledging me with a nod he opened his jacket he tucked the gift away in an inside pocket.
Pulling into the parking lot of the medical group we got out and was escorted by Benji and Don as we entered the building.
Taking the elevator to the fifth floor we checked in with reception then took our seats in the waiting room and sat in silence. After a twenty minute wait our names were finally called.
"Dr. Moss will see you now."
A/N: The correct response to the mini poll was "all of the above". Thank you everyone for your participation and awesome comments.
What kind of concerns or questions do you think Beca will have for the shrink?