(•WET KISSES•)

“Dum… dum… dum…” he heard her heartbeat, and he wondered what it meant.

Why was she holding him so tightly? What was going through her mind?

••••

NEXT MORNING**

Joanna tossed and turned in her bed as the sunlight streamed through the window.

She was still sleeping when Newton walked into the room, a tray of food in his hands and a smile on his face. He set the tray down on the nightstand and sat down next to Joanna.

As the sun continued to stream in through the window, Newton shielded Joanna’s eyes with his hand. But even with his hand blocking the light, Joanna kept her eyes closed.

“W-what are you doing here?” Joanna asked, her eyes blinking rapidly as she sat up in bed.

“I’m just blocking the sunlight from your face,” Newton said, a sheepish smile on his face. Joanna couldn’t help but chuckle at his awkwardness.

“Thanks, but I think the curtains would’ve been more effective,” she teased, knowing full well that he had just wanted to watch her sleep.

“I’d be happy to stress myself for you,” Newton said with a wink.

Joanna rolled her eyes and shook her head.

“You’re crazy,” she said, but her heart was fluttering at his kind gesture.

“I made this for you,” Newton said, holding out the tray of food. Joanna could smell the delicious aroma coming from the plate, and her stomach rumbled.

“Wait – am I dreaming?” Joanna asked Newton, her eyes wide with disbelief.

She pinched herself to make sure she was really awake.

“Nope – you’re not dreaming,” Newton said, a sly smile playing on his lips.

“Since when do you cook?” Joanna asked, incredulous.

“I just learned a little bit from a YouTube tutorial, but I tried my best” Newton admitted.

“If this doesn’t taste good, I’m going to ki|| you,” Joanna said, her expression dead serious. She took a bite of the bacon and eggs, and crinkled her nose.

“How is it?” Newton asked nervously.

Joanna made a sour face and said, “It’s salty!”

“But I tasted it before I brought it over, and it wasn’t salty,” he protested.

“I’m just messing, it’s yummy. “She said laughing.

••••

FALLON MANSION**

Jimmy and Angel entered the mansion, they found Mr. Fallon in the kitchen, where the maids were busy preparing food.

“She’s a pretty one, isn’t she?” Mr. Fallon commented, eyeing Angel appreciatively. Jimmy smiled awkwardly, trying to ignore the comment.

“So, how did the two of you meet?” Mr. Fallon asked.

“We met at a fancy restaurant,” Jimmy said, smiling at Angel.

“No, we met at a store,” Angel said.

“Yes, we both met in a store,” they said in unison.

“So how long have you two been dating?” Mr. Fallon asked, his curiosity growing.

“A year and a half,” Angel replied. Mr. Fallon turned to face Jimmy, his eyebrows raised in surprise.

“Son, how come you never mentioned this girl before? I thought you didn’t have anyone in your life,” Mr. Fallon said.

“That’s why I told you to be patient,I was waiting for the right moment.” Jimmy retorted.

“We’ve been through so much together, like that time Angel saved me from a mugger. She’s like my own personal superhero.” Jimmy added.

“Now that he’s introduced you to me, I hope you’ll start preparing for marriage,” Mr. Fallon said with a sly smile.

Angel’s eyes widened in shock.

“What?” she stammered.

“Hasn’t Jimmy told you that I’m dying soon, and I need to see my grandchildren before I go?” Mr. Fallon asked, his tone casual.

Angel’s mouth dropped open, and she looked at Jimmy in disbelief.

“Yes, we’re preparing for a wedding soon,” Jimmy said and looked at Angel her eyes still wide.

Mr. Fallon went back to eating his food, but noticed that Angel was just pushing hers around on her plate.

“Aren’t you going to eat?” Mr. Fallon asked, concerned.

“Oh, yes, sorry,” Angel said, picking up her fork and taking a bite.

“Are you that hungry?” Mr. Fallon asked, amused.

“I guess I am,” Angel said with a sheepish grin.

Mr. Fallon smiled back at her.

“Then eat up, and if you need more, just let me know and I’ll ask the maids to bring some,” he offered.

“Thank you, Mr. Fallon,” she said gratefully.

“And you can call me father-in-law,” he added with a wink.

“I like the sound of that,” Angel said with a grin.

“I know that look on your faces, so I’ve prepared the paperwork for a contract marriage,” Mr. Fallon said, producing a thick stack of papers from his desk.

Their eyes went wide, and they both jumped to their feet.

“What?” she asked, confused.

“What?” he echoed, his brow furrowed. 🙄

••••

MOORE MANSION**

Dorothy stalked into her room and began to tear it apart, throwing clothes and knick-knacks around the room in a fit of rage. Leo had ruined her plan.

She’d always known he didn’t like Newton or Joanna, but why was he willing to give up the company for them? She’d thought that by now she’d be in control, but her son had completely derailed her plans.

She needed to come up with another plan, or else all her plans from the beginning would be for naught.

Now that Leo knew her secrets, she had to be more careful around him. One wrong move and he could ruin everything.

She paced in front of her vanity, her mind racing. Her eyes landed on the mirror, and she saw her own reflection staring back at her.

Suddenly, a thought came to her. She picked up her phone and dialed a number. It was answered after the first ring.

••••

MOORE GROUP OF COMPANY**

Newton’s fingers flew across the keyboard, and he was so focused on his work that he barely noticed when Joanna video called him.

“Hey, motherf-__-ker!” she said, smiling.

“That’s not my name!” Newton protested.

“Should I change it, then?” Joanna asked.

“I would be so grateful,” Newton replied, a hint of relief in his voice.

“What about husby?” Joanna suggested.

“You’re giving me goosebumps,” Newton said, but his smile betrayed the fact that he actually liked the nickname.

“I’m glad you like it,” Joanna said with a grin.

“So, why did you call?” Newton asked.

“I just wanted to hear your voice. I’ve missed you,” Joanna confessed.

“Since when? You used to be the person who didn’t even care how I was doing,” he said.

Joanna’s face fell, and she quickly backtracked.

“I’m sorry, that was insensitive of me. I miss you, and I want you to come home soon.” she said.

Newton raised an eyebrow.

“Since you asked so nicely, four eyes,” he teased.

Joanna giggled.

“No, tell me you miss me. I want to hear you say it,” Joanna said, her voice soft and pleading.

Newton smiled.

“I miss you, and I promise to come home as soon as I can.” he said.

“Okay, bye,” Joanna said, hanging up. Newton put his phone down, a goofy smile on his face.

••••

A RESTAURANT**

Piper sat at the restaurant, checking her wristwatch again and again. Senior Kiss hadn’t arrived yet, and she was starting to worry.

She was about to stand up and leave when Kiss finally entered, and all eyes turned to him.

Piper smiled when she saw him and waved him over. He walked over and sat down across from her.

“Sorry I’m late,” Kiss said sheepishly.

“You’re not late at all,” Piper said with a warm smile. The waiter brought over their order – a hamburger for Piper and a glass of wine for Kiss.

Piper took a bite of her burger, savoring the juicy meat and flavorful sauce.

Kiss couldn’t help but watch her lips as she ate, entranced by the way they moved and the way she licked them after each bite.

Piper looked up and caught Kiss staring at her. She arched an eyebrow, curious as to what he was looking at.

“Why are you staring at me?” she asked, amused.

“Oh, it’s nothing,” he said, a little embarrassed.

“I think you’re lying, you were definitely staring at me.” Piper said.

“You’re just so…cute,” Kiss said, his voice a little sheepish. Piper smiled, reaching for his hand and taking it

“Senior, I know you know that I like you, but this crazy feeling in my heart just keeps growing. Every day I fall a little bit more in love with you. I’m not asking you to reciprocate these feelings for me. All I’m asking is that you give me a month. If you don’t fall for me in a month, then you can push me away. Just a month, senior. That’s all I’m asking.” Piper said.

Kiss looked at her, his heart racing.

“You don’t have to make me fall for you, because you did that already,I’m in love with you. I’m crazily in love with you.” Kiss said his voice soft.

“What? If you love me, why didn’t you tell me?” Piper exclaimed her eyes wide.

“I was worried that I wasn’t meant for you, but age is just a number,” Kiss explained.

Piper just looked at him, waiting for him to continue.

“Does that mean I’m your girlfriend now?” she asked finally.

Kiss nodded, and before he could say anything else, she stood up and went to hug him.

“I promise you won’t regret this,” he said, but he didn’t get to finish his sentence before Piper kissed him.

•••••

NEWTON MANSION**

Joanna was in the shower, wearing just a tube bra and leggings. Music played in the background as the water fell on her body. She arched her back and started to dance slowly to the beat of the song.

She twerked her booty to the rhythm of the music, the water falling on her body making the experience all the more sensual.

Meanwhile, Newton drove into the parking lot, Alison, was there to meet him. She took his suitcase from the trunk and brought it to the elevator.

“Where is my wife?” Newton asked as they got in the elevator.

“She’s in her room,” Alison replied. Newton nodded.

He had expected her to come down to greet him when he got home. Hadn’t she said she missed him?

“That’s strange,” he muttered to himself as he got into the elevator.

“Can you drop my suitcase in my room? I’m going to go meet Joanna,” he told Alison before the doors closed.

“But…” she started, but Newton had already left.

“It’s probably fine, they are husband and wife after all.” She went to drop Newton’s suitcase in his room.

Newton knocked on Joanna’s door, but there was no response. Fortunately, the door was open, so he stepped inside.

“Joanna?” he called out, but only heard the sound of running water. He went up to the bathroom door and leaned against it, but it opened unexpectedly, pushing him inside.

Joanna, lost in the moment, was dancing away, completely oblivious to Newton’s presence.

Newton looked up and saw Joanna dancing, her every move accentuating her beautiful curves. Her body was glistening from the water, and her Ɲīpplës were standing out clearly.

His eyes widened and he couldn’t help but watch her, transfixed.

He approached her from behind and wrapped his arms around her waist, pressing himself against her.

Joanna’s eyes widened as she felt someone behind her.

“W-what are you doing here?” she stuttered.

Newton didn’t respond. Instead, his warm lips gently pressed against her cold neck, leaving a trail of kisses.

Joanna shrieked in surprise. Her skin tingled with excitement.

“Just tell me you don’t want this,” he whispered into her ear.

Newton’s lips trailed up her neck, leaving wet kisses behind. His shirt was now drenched from the running shower.

He turned her around to face him and kissed her passionately, their lips locking together.

⇙

💜𝑻𝑩𝑪…🖤