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protection down.
    “So Alexis, did Lucy give you
a tour when you were here last?”
    “Yes, just briefly, your
apartment is amazing, she mentioned she stayed here every now and again, which
must be nice. She also mentioned you had a private elevator and an
Observatory.  It was only a quick tour, mainly just to familiarise me with
yours truly so that I can do my job more efficiently.” I was sounding
defensive, I really didn’t want him to think I was snooping around his place.
    “And rightly so, you will
need to get to know me very well in order to do your job properly, which is why
I have configured your keycard to allow access to my apartment.”
    “Oh, thanks.” Slightly
confused I took another swig. Shit , access to his private residence.
    “So what else has my darling
sister told you about me?” He looked so laid back and with a touch of arrogance,
he lounged back on his couch. It was this display that seemed to trigger my
inner naughty Alexis.
    “Who says she’s told me
anything, I may have my own talent in creepy research!” I decided I’d mimic his
relaxed position, so I wiggled back into the seat, crossed my legs and put one
arm behind my head. Alexis, you probably look ridiculous!
    His stare penetrated my body
to its core, my heart started to pound, the physical and sexual tension in the
space between us was immense. I noticed his free hand clench into a fist, then
release again. What was I doing? I was beginning to understand just how much I
was affecting him and possibly torturing him, this wasn’t me, I’m not normally
like this. It’s just I can't help myself around him, I think he does this to
me.
    “Well lets hear it? Your
creepy research that is.” His tension, eased!
    “Ok, you are incredibly
wealthy and innovative and have created an empire of luxurious Hotels
worldwide. You’re 36 years of age, adore your sister and baby nephew. You have
impeccable taste in décor. You are a Helicopter Pilot, Guitarist, Pianist,
Astronomer and Martial Art Guru. You like to cook, conduct creepy research and
you have an allergy to nuts!” He leaned forward and placed his empty glass on
the coffee table between us.
    “Is that all?” Grrrr, the
arrogance of this man. I placed my empty glass down on the coffee table
also.
    “You suffered a devastating
loss, when your parents and younger brother died in a car accident. You have an
estranged relationship with your Uncle, yet seem to get along with his son. You
are highly desirable by women all around you yet you remain single. Why?
Because, you haven’t met your match yet!” I sat there frozen, Oh Fuck, did I
just say all that? Shit, shit, he is going to have me thrown out. I stood
straight up and put my hands to my mouth.
    “Shit, I’m so sorry. I, I
didn’t mean, Shit” I spun around and practically ran for the front door.
    Seconds later I felt a hand
on my arm and I was suddenly pinned against the entryway wall, he had both
hands pressed against the wall on either side of my head.
    “I’m sorry, I shouldn’t have
said any of that, it was inappropriate and rude. I’m so sorry.” He looked
directly into my eyes.
    “Don’t be sorry, you were
right, except for one thing, I have found my match.” He leaned in and kissed me
passionately, he moved his hands from the wall and placed them on the sides of
my face. I was momentarily stunned, my hands were splayed out on the wall
behind me, at first I wanted to fight him off, but he tasted so good. He was a
superb kisser, his lips were soft and his tongue was incredible, it possessed
mine entirely, I opened my eyes, and pushed him back.
    “Stop,” I whispered
    “I can’t do this!” He didn’t
argue, he rested his forehead on mine.
    “I can’t do this Bryce. I’m
married and I love my husband, I’m not the kind of person to cheat, ever” I
fought back the tears, he moved aside to provide some space between us and put
one hand in his hair and the other across his mouth.
    “Shit, Alexis,