sure I do want to discuss last night. Last night was incredible….mind blowing. And last night Kane claimed my heart. I gulp back the heavy feeling lumping in my throat before responding.
“ On the same page?”
“Yeah. Last night was amazing, Sky. But when Alexei’s men turned up to party, I should have been protecting you and ready, not lying next to you thinking of wicked ways to wake you up so we could make love again.”
“But you did protect me, Kane.” I counter.
“I don’t want to argue, Sky. Yes, this time I did protect you. But what about next time…..and there will be a next time. I’m trying to be upfront with you. Whoever wants Alexei Bortsov dead is still coming after you, too. They think you know more than you think….and they are probably right and….”
I interrupt him. I just want him to cut to the chase. Last night was a one off. “Just say it, Kane.”
“You know what I’m trying to say. You’re a highly intelligent woman. But when we get to the new house, we are in separate rooms from now on, ok?”
I quickly turn my face away to stare out of the window. I know he is right. I am not stupid. But that doesn’t stop the rush of feelings or the solitary tear trying to escape from my eye. I spend the remainder of the journey pretending to sleep.
***
The London borough of Richmond upon Thames incorporates some 1,714 streets. Home to the rich and famous for centuries, from Henry VIII to Mick Jagger, Richmond-upon-Thames boasts magnificent houses and gardens, many of which stem from the river that forms the heart of this popular enclave. Marble Hill House , the Thames-side villa built around 1724 for Henrietta Howard, mistress of King George III, can also be found in this rich and vibrant borough. The finest feature of the borough is Richmond Park , with its herds of red and fallow deer. The most magnificent park in the capital, this expanse offers some of the most attractive countryside in Britain.
From the exterior, Meadow House is truly deceptive set behind wrought iron gates and located within a short walk of the pedestrian access to Richmond Park, Stag Lodge Riding Stables and the shops of Kingston Vale, which include a Post Office/ Newsagent, Dry Cleaners, Food / Grocery Store. With the added security of private enclosed gardens both front and rear including a ‘look-out’ roof terrace, it is ideally suited to lend itself as an inconspicuous Safe House.
We pull in to the gated driveway, pile in through the entrance and deposit our luggage into our individual rooms. Brains and I set about preparing a supper for us all. I am aware of her watching me intently. As we load trays with breads, cheeses and fruit, she elbows me sharply in the ribs.
As I turn to scowl in response, she gestures to me to hush. “Ok, what’s with the long face? I know something is troubling you so spill it, Sky.”
“I’m just tired, Brains. There is nothing to spill.” I fake a quiet smile.
“I know you and Kane slept together last nig ht. That was obvious.”
“And it was a one off. I know exactly where I stand with Kane. So there is no more to discuss. As I said, I am just tired.” I finish loading the remaining items onto the trays and begin to make my way through to the dining room. She follows closely behind. She watches as I robotically lay the table.
“You’ve fallen for him, haven’t you?” She looks me directly in the eyes. I turn to avoid her gaze, announcing to the guys that supper is ready.
***
Storm stretches out his long legs, shakes out tired shoulders and leans back into his chair on the roof terrace. No passers-by or neighbours would question why two people would be sat here on a balmy summer evening. No-one but them would consider that this is a perfect look-out to spot potential intruders.
He steals another look at his boss. Kane is engrossed watching
“ On the same page?”
“Yeah. Last night was amazing, Sky. But when Alexei’s men turned up to party, I should have been protecting you and ready, not lying next to you thinking of wicked ways to wake you up so we could make love again.”
“But you did protect me, Kane.” I counter.
“I don’t want to argue, Sky. Yes, this time I did protect you. But what about next time…..and there will be a next time. I’m trying to be upfront with you. Whoever wants Alexei Bortsov dead is still coming after you, too. They think you know more than you think….and they are probably right and….”
I interrupt him. I just want him to cut to the chase. Last night was a one off. “Just say it, Kane.”
“You know what I’m trying to say. You’re a highly intelligent woman. But when we get to the new house, we are in separate rooms from now on, ok?”
I quickly turn my face away to stare out of the window. I know he is right. I am not stupid. But that doesn’t stop the rush of feelings or the solitary tear trying to escape from my eye. I spend the remainder of the journey pretending to sleep.
***
The London borough of Richmond upon Thames incorporates some 1,714 streets. Home to the rich and famous for centuries, from Henry VIII to Mick Jagger, Richmond-upon-Thames boasts magnificent houses and gardens, many of which stem from the river that forms the heart of this popular enclave. Marble Hill House , the Thames-side villa built around 1724 for Henrietta Howard, mistress of King George III, can also be found in this rich and vibrant borough. The finest feature of the borough is Richmond Park , with its herds of red and fallow deer. The most magnificent park in the capital, this expanse offers some of the most attractive countryside in Britain.
From the exterior, Meadow House is truly deceptive set behind wrought iron gates and located within a short walk of the pedestrian access to Richmond Park, Stag Lodge Riding Stables and the shops of Kingston Vale, which include a Post Office/ Newsagent, Dry Cleaners, Food / Grocery Store. With the added security of private enclosed gardens both front and rear including a ‘look-out’ roof terrace, it is ideally suited to lend itself as an inconspicuous Safe House.
We pull in to the gated driveway, pile in through the entrance and deposit our luggage into our individual rooms. Brains and I set about preparing a supper for us all. I am aware of her watching me intently. As we load trays with breads, cheeses and fruit, she elbows me sharply in the ribs.
As I turn to scowl in response, she gestures to me to hush. “Ok, what’s with the long face? I know something is troubling you so spill it, Sky.”
“I’m just tired, Brains. There is nothing to spill.” I fake a quiet smile.
“I know you and Kane slept together last nig ht. That was obvious.”
“And it was a one off. I know exactly where I stand with Kane. So there is no more to discuss. As I said, I am just tired.” I finish loading the remaining items onto the trays and begin to make my way through to the dining room. She follows closely behind. She watches as I robotically lay the table.
“You’ve fallen for him, haven’t you?” She looks me directly in the eyes. I turn to avoid her gaze, announcing to the guys that supper is ready.
***
Storm stretches out his long legs, shakes out tired shoulders and leans back into his chair on the roof terrace. No passers-by or neighbours would question why two people would be sat here on a balmy summer evening. No-one but them would consider that this is a perfect look-out to spot potential intruders.
He steals another look at his boss. Kane is engrossed watching
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