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“Then, it’s settled. Zane will watch over Angelina while you’re gone.”
What the ever-loving fuck?
I turn to growl at Zane. He gives a sissy-assed wave and winks at me. Fucking motherfucker.
“Don’t worry, Vic. I’ll take care of Angelina while you’re gone. I won’t let her out of my sight.”
“Don’t make me kill you,” I snap. He shrugs.
Son of a bitch.
angelina
. . .
“Victor, this is too much,” I murmur looking around the dining room of Toro Toro. It’s a modern steakhouse with private dining. There’s also a DJ and the place stays packed. I’ve never been here. It’s fancy and although a night out with Victor is nice, I’d rather be home in my sweats eating Chinese.
“Do you like it?”
“Of course, this place is amazing.”
“Why do I feel like you’re lying?” he asks, staring at me.
“I don’t know. I’m telling the truth. Everyone is always talking about this place.”
“But not you?”
I sigh. “Stop doing that, Victor. It’s a beautiful place and I’m out with you. The food is great, and the music is good.”
“I should have cooked for you at home. I just thought I’d treat you to a good meal and in the process, get to dance with you,” he mutters.
“Victor, stop,” I plead, afraid I’m hurting his feelings. No one else could pick up on my thoughts but this man. He knows me too well. I reach over and put my hand over his. “I’m having a great time. I promise. I’m just tired because work was extra busy today. That’s all. I also love the idea of dancing with you.” I don’tbother to hide my smile at the thought of swaying to the music while I’m in his arms.
“We could have danced at the house,” he mumbles.
“Then, I would be in my pajamas and not this beautiful dress you bought me.” I look down at the dress that is soft and sleek, form fitting, and the most beautiful pale green color that appears almost silver with just a tint of another color. I feel sexy in this dress. It dips down to show just enough cleavage and the thin straps look delicate and show off my shoulders. There’s a slit up the side. It’s a little higher than any I’ve worn, but it isn’t so high that I’m afraid of flashing someone when I sit down. Victor is wearing a black suit, and the shirt matches the color of my dress. He went to a lot of effort and I don’t want to ruin it. “You really shouldn’t have spent money on me, but I do love the dress,” I add, forcing myself to meet his gaze despite the blush rising on my face.
“You look beautiful in it, but I suddenly want to see you in your pajamas.”
His reply shocks me, especially when I see the desire that’s plainly written on his face. It feels like everything has changed overnight. Victor has only ever shown me friendship. I never saw desire on his face when he was with me.Not once.The change almost feels too sudden. I’m afraid to trust it. Or heck, maybe I’m just afraid in general.
“This steak is really good,” I praise, keeping my head down and trying to get control of myself. I know changing the subject to the food is lame, but I can’t help it. My mind is a mess. I’ve never really dealt with emotions when it came to guys. Mostly because I was pretty sure the rape left me broken. Victor is the only one who has broken through.
“Hey, don’t do that,” Victor says, and I look at him.
“What do you mean?”
“Kitten, I could actually see you shutting doors on me. You don’t get to do that with me. I’m your safe place, remember? I think I’ve proven that since we met. Just because you know how I feel about you now, doesn’t mean things have changed—especially not that. No matter what happens between us, I willalwaysbe here for you.”
My heart hammers against my chest. I know he means what he’s saying. I guess I just didn’t realize he could read me so well. I have a strange feeling that he has always had that ability—he just kept it hidden from me.
“It’s just that you’ve changed.”
“Changed?”
“In how you’re treating me. I mean, not that you’re treating me bad, it’s just that you’re acting like you have feelings for me?—”
“There is no acting, Kitten. Honestly, I’ve always been like this, you just didn’t realize the feelings I have for you are more encompassing than friendship.”
