Chapter 40 CASSANDRA Cassandra wakes to the soothing sound of Emilios voice. Hes speaking in his native tongue, and when she opens her eyes, she sees hes talking to Alex, whos nestled between them. Emilio looks stunning in the morning light, his hair tousled from her fingers running through it all night. His face is shadowed with stubble, and she reaches out to touch it, a slow, seductive smile spreading across her lips. Damn, shes lucky to wake up next to this man. If you keep touching my face and looking at me like that, I cant promise to behave, he warns her. I cant help itits not my fault youre so irresistible in the morning. Cassie… he growls. Yes…? she purrs. Emilio chuckles and shakes his head. Youre going to pay for this, he promises. And I, my dear husband, cant wait. Cassandra leans over Alex to give him a gentle kiss before climbing out of bed. After her shower, she finds them downstairs in the living room. What time did he wake up? Maybe an hour before you? Im not sure. He didnt give you a hard time? His finger tenderly strokes Alexs cheek. He knows better than to bother Daddy. We understand each other. Cassandra smiles. You want breakfast? she asks. Will you be my dessert? He gives her that sexy grin of his. Depends… Emilio raises an eyebrow. On what? On how soon your son falls asleep. Maybe we can skip straight to dessert. Emilio looks at her with hungry eyes, and she feels a warm flutter in her stomach. A little while later, Alex is ready for his morning nap, having woken up early. After Cassandra puts him down, Emilio slowly approaches her, his gaze setting her skin ablaze. Shes excited for the pleasure thats about to come. Emilio stops just before her, and Cassandras heart pounds in her chest. He touches her pulse at the base of her neck, and she closes her eyes. Why do I affect you so much? he asks softly. Because I love you, she thinks. I dont know. I was hoping you could tell me. Whenever I touch you, your body responds to mine, he continues, pulling her close. Whenever I kiss you, I can feel you tremble. He nibbles and gently bites her neck, and she wraps her arms around him. Every time we make love, you react like its our first time. You give yourself to me completely, and I love it. And I love how you make me feel, Cassandra whispers as Emilio kisses her. His hand moves to her neck, holding her head still as he deepens the kiss. He cups her breasts, and she groans, wishing those lips were on her skin. Cassandra presses herself closer to Emilio, wanting to feel more of him, but then he lifts her up, never breaking their kiss. Soon, she finds herself sitting on the dining room table with Emilio standing between her legs. He rips off his shirt and her blouse, and she hears the buttons scatter across the floor. With Emilio half-naked before her, Cassandra runs her hands over his broad chest. He rubs her nipple through the lace of her bra, and a moan escapes her lips. She pulls back slightly and looks into his passion-filled eyes. I want you, Emilio, she whispers. I want you and everything you can give me. He groans. Dios mío! Without another word, he removes her pants and underwear and frees himself from his own. He stands between her thighs and takes her mouth in a passionate kiss, accepting everything shes offering. Gasping for air, Cassandra breaks the kiss, and immediately his lips move to her neck and down to her throat. Sounds of pleasure escape her lips, and they clearly heighten his own desire. When Emilios mouth covers one of her aching, tight nipples, Cassandra moans and grips his biceps for support. Her head falls back as his tongue twirls and sucks, making her whole body quiver. He gives the same pleasure to her other nipple, and for a second, she thinks she cant wait any longer. When Emilio positions himself better between her legs and enters her in one strong thrust, Cassandra is so ready that she welcomes his length, the way he moves within her. Each time he penetrates her, his arm tightens around her waist, pulling her closer, claiming every part of her. He goes deeper and deeper, filling her completely, and her muscles tighten around him. Cassandra shudders as she climaxes, his name on her lips. A few seconds later, Emilios body stiffens as he reaches his peak, groaning as he comes inside her. EMILIANO Afterward, Emiliano and Cassie both struggle to catch their breath. He loosens his hold on her and threads his fingers through her long hair. Why is he so drawn to her? Why does he feel such a powerful connection to her? Why cant he stay away from her? Why does he see her beautiful face everywhere he goes? Why did he set a picture of her and Alex as his laptop and phone screensaver? God, hes losing his mind. Emilio…? Cassie says softly. He looks into her eyes. Youre not here anymore. Emiliano strokes her face. Lets go take a shower together before Alex wakes up. Control is everything to him, and hes starting to lose sight of it because of Cassie. He cant make sense of anything anymore. Shes breaking down the walls he built to keep everyone out, making her way into his heart, and theres nothing he can do about it. Emiliano is falling in love with her. The realization hits Emiliano like a punch to the gut. He never thought hed fall in love, let alone this hard and this fast. When did Cassie and Alex become so vital to his life that he cant picture a world without them? He watches as water cascades down Cassies stunning body. Her back is to him, so he gently spins her around to face him. Every inch of her is breathtaking. She may not know it yet, but her body isnt hers alone anymoreits his, and it always will be. Emiliano makes love to Cassie once more. When they step out of the bathroom, she asks, You want to talk about it? She starts to towel dry her hair. What do you want me to say? Hes not about to bare his soul right now. Hes still grappling with the fact that hes in love with her. I can tell youre holding back, but I wont push. When youre ready to talk, Ill be here to listen. Why does she have to be so damn wonderful? Why does she have such a pure heart? By the way, Cassie says, I found a job. I start on Monday. Emiliano is silent for a long moment. What? he finally manages, his voice dangerously low. What did you just say? I found a she starts, but he cuts her off. I thought I made it clear that my wife isnt going to work. Emiliano, thats not your call. This is my life, and Ill do what I want with it. He swears in Spanish. It takes every ounce of his self-control not to shake some sense into her. Youre not going anywhere on Monday. Why do you want to work when I provide everything you need? What more could you want? Seeing the defiance in her eyes, Emiliano strides over and grips the back of her neck. Shes going to go, regardless of what he says. He cant control her, and thats one of the reasons he loves her. Emiliano, youre gone most of the time, and Im bored out of my mind. The only people I can talk to are at work all day. Please, dont do this to me. Hearing her plea, he lets her go and relents. As long as youre home before I get back from work, we wont have a problem. He pauses. I want to know the name of the company youll be working for. I need to make sure my wife isnt working for criminals or frauds. Thats so controlling. Dont you think thats a bit much? Either that, or you dont go. Emiliano brushes his lips against hers and then nips at her softly. When he pulls away, Cassie says, I hate your demands and your controlling ways. Ill do whatever it takes, cross any line, to keep you safe. By the look of shock on her face, Cassie believes him. 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