Intense by C.M. Steele
Chapter Fifteen
Roman
It’s one hell of a long four days. Amelia’s finally set to be released from the hospital, and I’ve just finished work early so that I could have a quick meeting with my therapist and then head to pick Amelia up. It was hard to go back to the office knowing that I had to be away from her. I did everything I could to take my meetings and calls in the hospital so I wasn’t far from her, but it became too bothersome for her. She sent me to my office. Which was fine, because it did have an upside. I had time to pick out the perfect engagement ring.
Today, I meet with my therapist. I did have to cancel my meeting, but when he learned of the situation, he understood. I’ve just arrived on his floor when he greets me. “Do come in.”
I take a seat and explain what the past four days have been like. He does his best to remain unfazed, but he gives a little away. “How are you feeling now that you’re going to be a father? Are you worried that she’ll do like your mother and try to take your baby from you?”
“Don’t compare Amelia to that shrew.”
“There, that’s good. Because you came to me with the need to compare all women to Anna. I’m glad to see the progress. I’m sad to say it has more to do with nearly losing Amelia than you seeing what life would be if you’d believed Anna.”
“You’re right. I’m not afraid of Amelia doing what Anna did to me to our baby. In fact, from the love and kindness Rachel has for Amelia, I know that Amelia’s going to be just like her mother.”
“Good. Now, I’ll expect to see you less often, but I do suggest that at the very least you stay for the next year. With the baby coming, there are bound to be arguments and things that you’re probably not prepared for.”
“Thanks, Doc. I’ll think about it. I’ll schedule the next appointment for the first week of October, but I have to check with my assistant on that.”
“Great. Take care, Roman.”
I feel great leaving his office and jump into the back of my vehicle. “Johnson, the hospital, please.”
“Yes, sir.” The trip seems like an eternity. When I get there, Amelia’s sitting on her bed waiting for me with our parents. The bandage that was wrapped around her head has been reduced to a small patch on her forehead. She has her wrists and one arm still wrapped, but the rest of her looks ready to go.
“I missed you,” I utter, stepping into the room and wrapping her up in my arms.
“I missed you too,” she grunts. Fucking idiot. I let go of my grip and step back.
“I’m sorry. It’s been a long morning without you.”
“It’s okay. I’m ready to go.”
“Were you all just waiting for me?”
“It’s only been about five minutes since they gave me the papers.”
“Well, then, let’s take you home.” I lift her up and then settle her in the wheelchair. I’d love to carry her to our vehicle, but I don’t want to jostle her at all. Our little one is growing inside, and I spent all night reading up on what to expect over the coming months.
“Are you ready, Princess?”
“As I’ll ever be.” We all head out together and down to where Johnson is waiting. After I set Amelia inside, I scoot in beside her while our parents slide into the other side of the limo.
“You brought a limo?”
“We needed space, and I wanted it to be easy for everyone to fit. Besides, it’s time to take you home in style.”
“Are we going back to the dorms?”
“No. All of your things have been removed. You’ve been released from the first-year dorm obligation due to extenuating circumstances and will be living with me for the rest of your days.” The tension immediately falls from her shoulders.
Once we arrive at my building, Amelia’s eyes widen. “You live here?”
“We live here, and I work a few floors below.” It’s not one of New York’s high rises, but it’s still made with the love and care of one of the best in the city. It’s actually just a ten-story building right outside the downtown area. As a businessman, I know it’s silly to purchase expensive space when I can move just outside the high-priced zone and then lease out several floors.
“Okay, please don’t tell me we have to walk up.”
“No. We have a private elevator. Come now, let’s get you nice and cozy inside. It’s the middle of August so it’s hot and humid, but from the looks of the sky, we’re about to get a downpour. As soon as we pass the threshold to the building, there’s a loud crack in the sky.
“Just in time,” my father says.
“Yep.”
I carry Amelia to the elevator. “I can walk, you know?”
“I like holding you.” I stick out my tongue at her, and she moans. I lean in and whisper, “Brat.”
“I love you too.” I can’t hold back, and I bend to kiss her.
“Romeo, you want to hit the code so we can go up?”
“Sure.” I enter her birthday, and the elevator takes off to the penthouse. As soon as we’re inside, I set her on her feet.
“Wow. Seriously, this place is amazing.” I wrap her up in my arms, letting her head fall onto my chest.
“It’s cool, but it just got a lot better,” I whisper, bending down and kissing her neck.
I give her a brief tour of the place, ending in our bedroom where I close and lock the door. “Now I’ve got you all alone,” I growl.
“What are you going to do to me, big boy?”
“I’d love to fucking lick you from head to toe and then fuck you until you pass out, but for now, I just want to say I love you.”
“I love you too, Roman. It’s only been a short while since we’ve known each other, but I do have a slight confession to make.”
“What’s that?”
“I’ve been fascinated by you for years. I had no idea that you were related to Theodore until he brought us home and your picture was on the mantle. I thought you were a great humanitarian for a cause that’s so close to my heart, and super sexy. None of the photos ever had you in them. Even your mother wasn’t in them.” Anna hated the fact that I loved to give back to kids who had been like my dad at one time. She thought that when he abandoned us, I would lose that love to help others.
“The orphanage and foster care programs?”
“Yes. I don’t know if you know, but I was…”
“Adopted. My dad told me. So when you met me and I was a total asshole...”
“You know the saying. Never meet your heroes because you’ll be let down. I was, but at the same time, I understood your anger was out of love and fear for your father.”
“And insane, unexplainable attraction to you.”
“Why? Am I not attractive?”
“You’re fucking gorgeous, but at thirty, I’d had no sexual interest in any woman I’d met. There were moments when I considered dating a beautiful woman, but then I’d see how superficial she was and I’d turn back around. You were different. The moment I saw you, my entire body lit up and I let my jealousy get the better of me.”
“Well, I’m glad that I got to see the other side of you. I truly think you’re a wonderful man with a kind, but bruised heart.”
“You’re healing it. You and this little one here.” I rub her flat stomach, so surprised how easily I’m welcoming the idea of becoming a dad. “I want to be the best dad I can be, and I have that man out there as a great example.”
“You’re going to be.”
“Now, if you would kindly stop rubbing your ass on my cock, that would be great.”
“But I miss it so much.”
“Tonight,” I promise. I want it to be special, but with her parents waiting for us, I don’t want to rush it. I love this woman too much. Maybe after a couple of years and babies, when we don’t have much time, I’ll fuck her on any surface I can.
“By then, I’ll be exhausted and probably sleeping on you.” Having her on me never sounds like a bad idea. I’m just glad she stuck around.
“Then I’ll wake you up with my tongue on your pretty kitten licking until you scream my name.” I turn her face with my fingers on her jaw and then take her mouth in a deep kiss. It only lasts a moment when I hear a knocking. “No naughty times right now. At least wait until we’re asleep or out of the house.”
“I guess, then, we should all call it a night,” Amelia says, giggling.
“We’ll be out in one minute.” I smile at her, kissing her once more before lifting her off me to stand. “Let’s go, before they come in here.”
“Fine.” She sighs, sauntering toward the door before walking out without a look back at me. I groan, adjusting my cock in my pants, hoping to last the rest of the night. She’s pure temptation, and she knows it.
