: Getting Her Away From The The Enemy Sersat in his chair, calm as ever. Meanwhile, my mind was anywhere but here. We were in his office for a quick meeting, but I couldn't focus. I was exhausted-last night had drained me. The argument with Clairessa had pushedto the edge. I'd acted out of line, but I didn't care. All I wanted was to keep her away from Daniel I had stayed out late on purpose, waiting until she was asleep before returning to the suite. I didn't trust myself around her. My anger had nearly ledto kiss her last night. God, how badly I wanted to. Not just a kiss -I wanted her to know she was mine. But I held back, knowing if I crossed that line, there would be no turning back.
you." Sergio's voice broke through the haze. "Gabe, once again... I apologize for inviting Daniel without telling My chest constricted as I slammed my palm against the desk. “Serg... you fucking know better," I fumed, unable to hold back my anger. "After everything he's done, you still invited him. Do you even realize what it feels like to see him here, acting as though nothing transpired between us years ago? He leaned forward, his expression regretful. "Gabe, I apologize. You know it was never my intention to make you reopen old wounds, but it's been fifteen years. You can't carry this pain forever." My jaw tightened, a familiar ache spreading through my chest. "You think I haven't tried?" I asked, struggling to keep my emotions in check. "That night refuses to leave my memory. It's like a scar that won't heal, no matter how much tpasses." Trose from my seat and walked toward the large glass windows, desperate for an escape. My eyes scanned the resort grounds, looking for anything to calmAnd then, I saw her 0 1/4 O O Q O 1732 Thu, 20 FED Chapter 59. Getting Her Away From The The Enemy Clairessa.
She was standing by the pool.
But she wasn't alone.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtDaniel stood behind her, his hands reaching to help her with her dress. She wore something sheer-no, it wasn't just sheer, it was practically nothing. The lace clung to her curves like it had been painted on.
My pulse quickened as he leaned in close, and she didn't pull away. I saw him reach behind her to untie the thin cover she wore over her shoulders. She let it fall to the ground, and I saw more of her than I was prepared for They exchanged a few words before diving into the water. It looked like a race. My chest tightened as I forced myself to watch them. She won. I saw her laughing, her joy radiating, and it cutlike a blade.
Anger surged through me, hot and suffocating. My fists clenched at my sides as I fought the urge to shatter the glass and drag him away from her. Jealousy burned through me, the protectiveness I felt for her overwhelming. "Gabe Gabe have you been listening to anything I've said?" Sergio's voice tried to pullback. "Gabe." I turned, my patience at its limit. "What?" His hand rested on my shoulder, trying to ground me. "What has you so distracted?" I shrugged off his touch, my attention still fixed on Daniel and Clairessa. All I could think about was taking her away from him 0 0 0 G < 2/4 17:34 Thu, 20 Feb Chapter 59: Getting Her Away From The The Enemy 1 The sight felt like a punch to the gut. I couldn't bear it anymore, my emotions overtaking me. I turned briefly to face Ser"Let's pick this up later," I said curtly, brushing past him as I stormed out of the room, ignoring him calling afterI hurried down the elevator as though my life depended on it, my vision blurred with rage as I stormed out of the office and made my way to the pool.
When I reached the pool deck, I stopped for a moment, watching them. Daniel was floating in the water, his lazy smirk infuriating me. Clairessa leaned against the edge of the pool, her body half-submerged, droplets of water tracing down her hair and onto the curves of her soft skin.
She looked radiant under the sunlight, but I couldn't focus on that because the sight of her laughing with him only fueled my anger.
"Clairessa, get the hell out of that pool. Now," I roared, startling them both.
Clairessa turned to face me, her eyes widening as they met mine. “Mr. Storm, what are you doing here?" I didn't answer. Instead, I held out my hand, waiting for her to take it. My gaze didn't leave hers as she swam to the edge and made her way out.
I couldn't help it-my eyes betrayed me, trailing down her body. The way the yellow fabric clung to her soft, full breasts left nothing to the imagination as the water amplified every curve. I swallowed hard, my gaze moving lower to her slender waist, her hips, and her smooth legs. Images of her wrapped aroundflashed through my mind, sending an instant ache inside my pants.
She reached the edge, her lips parting slightly as if to argue, but then she placed her hand in mine. Her skin was soft and damp, sending an electric charge up my arm. I gripped her hand firmly, pulling her out of the pool in one swift motion.
"Mr. Storm. I wasn't she stuttered, her voice fading as my eyes drank her in again. Water dripped down her smooth skin, her curly hair clinging to her flushed face. She was intoxicating, and I cursed myself for wanting her so badly it hurt aniel's voice forcedout of my thoughts. "Gabe! I wasn't expecting you to join us," he said with a playful smirk
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmHe glanced at Clairessa, his eyes scanning her body appreciatively The way he ogled her so openly" disgusted me. His desire for her was obvious, and it drovemad with jealousy 0 3/4 0< 17:34 Thu, 20 Feb Chapter 59: Getting Her Away From The The Enemy ☐☐:19% Ignoring Daniel's words, I spotted a bag and towel nearby, which I assumed were hers. I grabbed the towel and returned, stretching it out toward her.
"Wrap this around your body. Now" I ordered. She hesitated but eventually stowel, took the towel, drying her hair first before wrapping it tightly around herself. this." "Gabe, listen," Daniel started, walking toward me. "Clairessa and I were just talking. There's no need for I raised a hand, cutting him off. “There's no need for any explanations. This little charade is over." Turning to Clairessa, I gave her a pointed look. "After you." She stared atfor a long moment, as if debating whether to challenge me. Then, with a frustrated shake of her head, she turned and walked away.
Daniel hissed in frustration, the sound grating on my nerves. "Gabe, this is unnecessary Xhe called after me."Controlling her won't stop anything." The rage cfast, and I closed the gap between us. “Stay the fuck away from Clairessa," I warned, walking away without waiting for his response.
I knew if I stayed any longer, my fist would meet his face. The last thing I needed was to cause a scene and end up on ssleazy blog.
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