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?s all good. Obviously.”
“Well, tonight isn’t the night to discuss those things, but know that I’m here for you no matter what.”
Annabella reached out and hugged Louisa’s arm. “I know you are, and I appreciate that. We will need to talk though. I need your advice and insight, all things considered with your family and understanding men like Ivan. I want this to work.”
Louisa smiled. “Well as soon as he lets you out of his sight, hell, his bed, then we can have that talk.”
Annabella laughed.
“So how does it feel to have a lover?”
“Oh God.” She exhaled.
“That good?”
“He can’t seem to get enough of me, and I feel the same for him.”
Louisa glanced back at Ivan and this time Commerce and Striker were next to him and their eyes were glued to her and Annabella.
Louisa turned. “He is quite the catch. Very good looking, a big man as well, and capable in many areas, and not just because of his military experience. Make sure he treats you well, and that you never feel you can’t trust him, or are afraid of him. I mean there’s a difference between the respect you must show him, a man in his position, and that of his woman. Especially in public.”
“Oh, I am learning that. However it was completely out of character when he tossed me over his shoulder like some barbarian claiming possession of me as he carried me out of Gables and to his awaiting SUV. His buddies were yelling out “ooh rah”, and I was beyond embarrassed, yet completely turned on.”
“He did that?” Louisa asked and then Annabella explained about that night, the events that took place and about this woman, Cassandra Holmes.
“So obviously he slept with her?”
“I think they just had meaningless sex. In fact, I get the feeling the woman would spread her legs to get whatever she was after.”
“Know those types. I’ve been considering this new job, a transfer into the city. Actually the place isn’t far from Gable’s. I just can’t stand this woman, Chloe who is at the place in Mahwah. She drives me crazy and keeps trying to go after my position. My boss, Mike said that the company was looking for a new client services manager at the headquarters in Manhattan. They needed someone who can deal with the high end clientele.”
“That is fantastic news. You’re going to take it then?”
Louisa nodded but was nervous about it. “It’s more than I could have ever asked to get. I suppose I’ve impressed them so much, and specifically Michael’s cousin, Arnoff, he runs the agency in Manhattan. I’ll have to attend special events and upscale gatherings, help to secure business investments in the company while continuing to improve client services. There are a lot of aspects of the position, but considering the salary, it comes with the territory. As a matter of fact, I could very well be bringing clients into Gables to talk business and win them over for investments.” Louisa said and winked.
“And I will totally show you and your business associates the royal treatment so you can show them you know people.” Annabella said and smiled.
“I get the feeling you won’t be staying in that management position too long.”
“What? Why would you say that?”
“Hello?” Louisa teased and nodded toward Ivan who was making his way over.
“I’m not giving that up.”
“Not giving what up?” Ivan asked and placed his hand on Annabella’s shoulder and neck and stroked her skin. Her friend closed her eyes as if his touch had such power over her. She was in love with Ivan, and Louisa prayed the man didn’t break her heart.
“Well?” Ivan pushed as he lowered and kissed her shoulder.
“I think I’ll leave this conversation for you two love birds. Your home is very stunning Mr. Sokolov. It was incredibly sweet to surprise Annabella and invite her friends to finally see her. We were concerned to say the least.”
“No need to be concerned Louisa, and believe me she is safest with me.”
Louisa smiled. “You two make quite the perfect couple. You look good together. Content.”
“You think so?” Annabella asked, but Ivan looked serious and she wondered if the man even smiled.
“I’m going to go grab another drink, and maybe check out that game room. You know Annabella played a little pool during her college days.”
