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“Great job!” Elle took out the clothespins and we all waited as the other nine women went. When it became my turn, I couldn’t stop staring at Zain. The hunger in his eyes was undeniable. The last few weeks consisted of nothing but hello and goodbye as we both stayed extremely busy. But not by Slade’s choice. By mine.
Something happened to me the day I saw Saul’s stomach shredded. Zain’s brutality hadn’t scared me, but my curiosity regarding my brother’s concerns did. I’d been in denial for so long about what Zain really did, I’d shut myself off to the possibility that he’d possibly need that sort of lifestyle. I knew I could accept it if he did. It was just who he was, but not knowing for sure was what held me back. Was he done with the darker side of his life or was killing something he had to do? So far, he’d buried himself in work at Slade Industries, and deep down, I knew it was going to last. The more I saw him learn and grow from the corporate world, the more I believed he’d found his passion. His determination was quickly moving him up the ladder, but no faster than anyone else putting in just as much work. He fought for everything. Stayed the long hours right beside me, volunteered for assignments…he was quickly making a name for himself.
“Three! Good job, Lily.”
I laughed, glancing back up at my Master, who never broke his stare. It sent my heart thudding and my body burning for whatever he wished to do.
Elle pulled out a box and I tried to focus as the next game began, but I couldn’t stop taking quick looks over to the table where Zain sat. He was leaned back in the chair, his dark suit accentuating his light eyes. The intensity had me blinking and glancing up at Elle as she had me draw a number from the box she held. I glanced down, repeating it as she moved on to the next person.
I grabbed a glass of water, sitting before me and took a big drink. The coolness traveled all the way down my stomach and I shivered. More from the sensitivity within me than anything. Even when I wasn’t looking, I could feel my Master’s eyes on me. My hand came down, pulling at the black, knee-length dress and I paused, gripping at the hem. Flashbacks of Zain cornering me in the kitchen had me shifting in my chair as I remembered back.
“You’re avoiding me.” The top half of my body was pushed over the top of the counter from the flat of his palm. I had immediately moaned as his fingers traced up the back of my thigh, pushing under my dress until he teased over the lace covering my pussy. “You keep doing that, by the time I get my hands on you, you might come to regret it. Fuck, slave, I want you so bad.”
Talking through the hallway had cut our episode short, and that was four days ago.
“Is it almost time?” Mary glanced over at the cake and Elle handed Kaitlyn a length of string.
“Almost. Last game. Now,” Elle stretched out the length in her hand. “I’m going to walk around and everyone needs to cut the string where you think it’ll wrap around Mary’s stomach. The closest to the actual fit will win.”
I grabbed the scissors as she came to me first and stretched the string out, looking over at Mary and trying to imagine the perfect size. I moved closer in, seeing that she wasn’t that big. Not yet.
“There.” I smiled placing the rope on the table while everyone else had their turn. Squeals and heavy laughter had me feeling lighter. I watched while everyone came to wrap their piece around her. There were a few that came close, but when I moved in to check mine, my jaw dropped and I raised my eyebrows.
“Winner,” Elle said, handing me a baby rattle. “Great job, Lily.” She handed me a lighter. Would you like to do the honors? I think we’re all ready to see the big surprise.”
I took the lighter as Slade came over with Mary to stand beside me. The flame flickered and I watched the wax melt from the wick, sliding down toward the icing. My stare became trapped for the slightest moment as memories of Zain and I with the wax exploded in my mind. Just as I glanced up, he stood, coming forward. Slowly, I lifted, stepping back so my brother and Mary could take their place.
“Again,” Zain whispered, coming in behind me and pulling back against him. “Tonight.”
Swallowing was almost impossible as I nodded and stared ahead. Slade and Mary both lowered, blowing out the candle. Their hands connected over the knife and I smiled while they eased it down. Laughter shot out and Mary giggled as her excitement shone through. They drew the handle back and wedged the slice. Silence filled the room and Mary let go, letting Slade lift the piece.
Cheers erupted and my hand shot to my mouth as I laughed. “Pink!” More than one person yelled it and Mary began clapping as Slade’s eyes widened in shock.
“Congrats,” I said, stepping forward and throwing my arms around Mary and then my brother.
“Oh shit,” he breathed out. “We’re having a girl?”
“A girl,” I assured. My tone rose in pitch and I couldn’t withhold my excitement. “I’m going to have a niece!” I hugged him again and stepped back as Gaige slapped his shoulder, laughing. A million expressions crossed his face while I settled back against Zain. I watched, soaking it all in as my Master wrapped his arms around me from behind. The smell of his cologne brought me to a blissful state of mind and I couldn’t imagine the moment being anymore perfect. Aside from keeping things slow, the last three months had been heaven. I hadn’t had any more flashbacks. The foundation I volunteered at left me with a sense of purpose and each moment with Zain was full of passion and want. And it didn’t even have to do with the sex. The smallest gesture of his hand down my face as he smiled lovingly was enough. I knew my future was set with him. Our love was stronger than ever and it was time for me to let things play out without holding back.
Mary took turns hugging the girls that came up and Slade was beginning to have a smile on his face. I knew my brother. It would take time to sink in. He was afraid of having a girl from what he went through with Mary and me, but that little girl was going to have a wonderful father and she’d have Slade wrapped around her finger from the moment she was born. From the way he stretched out his hand to fit over Mary’s stomach as she conversed, maybe she already did.
“What a beautiful moment,” Zain said against my ear. “I’m so glad I get to be a part of all this.”
I turned in his arms, outstretching mine to fit around his neck. “Slade told you long ago that you were part of this family. Do you feel it?”
“More than you know.” Zain’s forehead came to rest against mine and I closed my eyes, savoring our moment.
“I miss you. Stay with me tonight, and not just for dinner. I want to show you something.”
My eyes fluttered open and I pulled back to meet his gaze. “Show me something?”
A smile pulled at the edge of his lips. “If you think you can handle it.”
Immediately, my fingers clutched his suit jacket. Arousal swept through me and I felt myself get wet.
“Anything for you. I mean that.” I studied the way his eyes narrowed. “Anything. I can handle it.”
“I know.” He turned me around before we could say any more. His arm went back around my chest and his face lowered next to mine as we watched everyone celebrate. With all the cheers and conversation happening, I barely heard a thing. All I could see and hear was what my imagination was supplying me with. Hot, passionate, dark fantasies. Ones I hoped came to life tonight.
