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I’m not hungry for dessert at all.
I’m hungry for Jacob…
“Oh, you have to try a little of it. It’s a delicious tiramisu, and I know how much you love tiramisu.”
I don’t want to let Amber down. She’s right; I do love tiramisu.
Before I can respond, though, Jacob says, “That sounds delicious. I love tiramisu myself. I’d love to try some.”
I look at him, surprised by his response for more than one reason.
“Great! You two come sit with Markus and me after you get a piece. We haven’t had a chance to talk with either of you tonight!”
Jacob and I agree before Amber rushes off to talk to another guest.
“Sorry, I can’t turn down tiramisu,” he says. “And I can’t turn down Amber and Markus. They’ve been so helpful in getting my bar opened.”
I smile. As much as I was looking forward to the myriad of possible scenarios that could’ve played out between Jacob and me if Amber hadn’t stopped us from leaving, I find myself a little relieved that she did. Who knows what would’ve happened, or if it would’ve turned into a mistake with my new work neighbor that I’d end up regretting.
Not only that, it’s been a few years since I’ve had sex, and no matter how hot and ready I think I am for Jacob at this moment, I’m not sure I want to rush things with him. Something tells me I should take things slow with Mr. Hot Toddy.
4
Jacob
I can’t sleep.
I should be sound asleep by now, considering I didn’t get home until one o’clock, and here it is, almost three already. But I’m still wide awake, unable to get my evening with Heidi off my mind. My attraction to her has multiplied since getting to know her. She’s not only beautiful on the outside but she also has a beautiful soul. I enjoyed getting to know her. She’s not like any other girl I’ve met before. She’s strong, brave, independent, and smart, not to mention kind and fun to be around. Maybe she’s not like other girls because she’s in a whole other category––she’s not a girl, she’s a woman.
Heidi’s a woman I’d like to get to know more. Knowing what she’s been through makes me want to spoil her––take her out on fancy dates, treat her the way she deserves to be treated––but maybe I’m getting ahead of myself.
Kissing her felt amazing. We were close to leaving together before Amber innocently stopped us, and while I know we could’ve left together later, I’m glad we didn’t. I don’t want Heidi to be another notch on my bedpost. I want to take things slower with her, get to know her better first before sleeping with her. If I’m lucky enough to get the chance to sleep with her. We’ll be working next door to each other, after all. Our businesses share a wall, not to mention Markus is her cousin. If things don’t work out with Heidi, things could get awkward really fast, and I definitely don’t want that to happen.
I need to take things one step at a time with Heidi. Take her out on a real date to begin with. Get to know each other better. Then if things continue to go well between us, maybe we’ll take things to the next level.
God, I hope so.
New Year’s Eve
“Jacob! This is amazing! Congrats, man!” Markus shakes my hand, then pulls me in for a man-hug.
I pat his back twice, then we let go. “Thanks, man. I’m still in awe that I pulled all this off. Thanks again for all your help.”
“All I did was tell you about this space for lease. That’s nothing compared to all the hard work you put into it.”
“True, but I wouldn’t have a location without your help, and that’s pretty important!”
“I guess you’re right,” Markus says with a laugh before Amber walks up to join her husband.
“Jacob, I love the place! Good job!” Amber hugs me, then steps back and puts her arm around her husband.
“Thanks. I was just thanking Markus for finding this place for me. I couldn’t have opened today without your help.”
She smiles, then something behind my back catches her eye. “I guess this location has become a good place for you for more than one reason,” she says, and before I have a chance to turn around to see what she’s looking at, Heidi appears at my side.
“Hi, guys,” she says, looking beautiful as ever.
I wrap my arm around her waist and kiss her briefly on the lips. “Hey, babe.”
