Lust & Love
He leaned down, pressing a warm, open-mouthed kiss against the curve of her neck.
They sat at the candlelit table, completely isolated under the starry sky. They drank incredibly expensive vintage wine. Xavier didn't talk about Vanguard Holdings or contracts. He sat in the flickering light, giving her his absolute, undivided attention, looking at her like she was the only woman existing on the entire planet.
Soft, instrumental jazz began to play from the hidden outdoor speakers. Xavier stood up and offered his large, calloused hand.
"Dance with me," he requested quietly. It wasn't a corporate command. It was a genuine plea.