As the next few days drift by. Luca has continued to woo me with flowers and cards that have endless sexual gestures written inside them. I've done nothing but think of those sexual gestures he's managed to imprint on my mind.
So, I guess It’s safe to say...
He was right!
He has somehow managed to squirm himself in and take on the leading role in most of my dreams.
Tonight Chrissy’s gone through a tonne of trouble to seal us seats to dine in at the New Greek restaurant uptown. I'm looking forward to seeing both her and Conrad. I love knowing that she is being taken care of. But, I love having the house to myself more.
I walk into the kitchen and can't help but admire the multiple glass vases lined up on the bench full of wildflowers. My mouth has been doing this weird thing where it slopes up into a cheesy grin and sometimes I want to slap myself silly knowing how foolish I look.
I text him to thank him.
Vanessa: Love the flowers today, White roses happen to be my favourite. Thank you for making me smile.
DING......
Luca: You're welcome Tesoro. Can I see you tonight?
Vanessa: I already have dinner plans with Chrissy tonight, Sorry.
DING.......
Luca: You’re not hiding from me are you? Because we both know I’ll only end up finding you.
I laugh at his text believing every word.
Vanessa: Not hiding. I promise.
I set my phone down and get myself ready.
DING......
Luca: Maybe I’ll see you sooner than you think Cara Mio.
I stare at the text for a minute longer, the man can be a bit cryptic sometimes. I decided it would be wiser not to reply and provoke his intentions. I wouldn't put it past him if he went ahead and decided to hire out the whole restaurant. Just to prove to me how resourceful he can be just to get what he wants.
On my arrival at the restaurant. I’m ushered to a table where Chrissy and Conrad are waiting. I can hear it chanting ‘Third Wheeler’.
Chrissy sees me first and jumps out of her chair embracing me in a hug. Conrad stands patiently waiting for Chrissy to me release me.
“This…” She says as she releases me and wraps her arms around Conrad’s waist.
“….Is Conrad. Conrad, you remember Vanessa?”
Conrad puts a handout and I take it giving him a firm handshake in return.
“Vanessa, Nice to see you again." He says with an awkward smile.
“Likewise, so uh what’s the deal with you two anyway?”
“Conrad met dad today." She smirks.
"Well, I see you're still here Conrad which means you passed her fathers tests?" I smile.
"Not all of them. What I lacked in his test I made up with courage and charm." He flashes me a wink as he plants a kiss on Chrissys head.
“So... Congratulations it is then.”
“Congratulations to...?” A deep voice cuts through me.
Turning in my seat I see Luca standing behind me dressed in a charcoal suit with a bunch of flowers in his hand. I stand to face him.
“Luca, what are you doing here?” I lean in and whisper.
“You’re stalking me now?” He tips his head back and laughs at me.
“Seriously Luca.?” Recovering from his laugh he hands me the bunch of flowers.
“I’m not stalking you, Vanessa. I called Chrissy and asked her if there was room for one more. I thought if you couldn’t come to me then I’d come to you, Si.” He leans in and kisses me lightly on the cheek.
“You're crazy. You know that?" I shake my head.
“Si. I find myself doing things I wouldn’t usually do with other women where you're concerned, Tesoro." He smirks
"I don’t know whether to take that as a compliment or be a bit concerned for my safety?”
He leans in closer and whispers in my ear seductively.
“In this case, I’d say your safety.”
His warm breath tickles my neck and sends a wave of Goosebumps down my spine. He steps around me and pulls out my chair waiting for me to sit. Clearly stating he isn’t leaving and the conversation is over. Not wanting to cause a scene. I obediently sit and let it slide.
As the night carried on and we were in fits of laughter. I found myself looking at him and admiring how easy it was for him to blend in with my friends. He made everything look effortless and I admired that about him.
I look at the time and realise how late it has gotten.
“Shit,” I mutter.
“Is everything alright?” Luca asks with concerned eyes.
“It’s getting late. I should be heading home.” I blush under his gaze.
Luca Lightly nods his head.
He gets the waiters attention and settles the bill ignoring our pleas to split it four ways.
When we step out of the restaurant and I let out a long breath and turn to Luca.
“Come, I’ll give you a ride home.” He takes my hand and leads us across the road to where Cullum is parked
We settle into the Beast and I notice a glass wall is up blocking us from Cullum’s view. Luca puts a single finger under my chin and forces me to make eye contact with him.
“You look stunning tonight Cara Mia. It’s taking all my will power and more not to ravish you.” His voice is low and Hoarse.
“You have no idea how many times I've dreamed of you... remembering the soft sweet moans you made as I played with your nipple ” He closes his eyes and I impulsively press my lips against his.
The kiss starts slow and sweet. Gradually becoming hot and heavy. His kisses become intoxicating as he slips his tongue past my lips deliberately massaging and intertwining our tongues together. He scoops me up and places me across his legs so there’s no space between us He whispers his approval in between kisses. Reminding me countlessly how sweet I taste and how much he desperately wants to bury himself deep inside me. I don’t know if it’s the wine or the words that fuel my lust for him as all my self-control goes out the window. I roughly peel his jacket off, ridding him of his tie next. His hand slides up my dress and rests lightly on my inner thigh. I start clawing at his shirt desperately trying to get my hands on his bare chest.
The car comes to a stop.
I look outside to discover we're parked in front of my house. I look back at Luca with my bottom lip between my teeth. He reaches up and grabs my face with his hands.
“Your move Cara Mia.".
I lean in and press a light kiss on his lips and he accepts it.
“I want you,” I whisper breathlessly.