Chapter 34 Excitement
That was the happiest dinner Leo and Rhianna had. They chatted happily while eating and helped wash the dishes together. After they washed the dishes, she said goodbye to Leo and that she was going to her room. When she entered the room, she immediately went to the bathroom to take a half-bath.
After that, she immediately came out of the bathroom with a towel wrapped around her body. Right after she left, Leo entered the room. She was stunned when their eyes met. He razed his gaze on her from head to toe. She blushed at the way he looked at her. She saw the desire in his eyes. He cough.
“Sorry. No one answered so I went in. I’ll go out first.” he said and left before closing the door.
Rhianna, on the other hand, was just stuck on where she is. She suddenly felt ashamed! What the heck! She got dressed right away. She wore a sleeveless duster. She tied her hair and put powder on her face. When she was satisfied with her appearance. She fixed the bed. When she has done fixing it. Suddenly, someone knocked, and it was Leo.
“Have you gotten dressed yet Rhianna?” Leo asked her.
“Yes. You can go in.” she replied and sat on the edge of the bed. The door opened and Leo’s handsome face appeared in front of her. Their eyes met. He smiled which made her heart beat faster. When Leo entered, he sat next to her.
“Do you need anything?” She asked him and looked at him. He looked at the floor as if he was ashamed. Why should he be shy?
“Hmm… I would like to ask you out on a date Rhianna. If you agree?” he asked her with his eyes still on the floor. She couldn’t help but be stunned by what he said. Of course, she will agree! There is no reason for her not to agree to his offer. Is this the beginning of it all? He suddenly looked at her. Their eyes met. Suddenly her eyes went to his lips. It’s like someone is pushing her to kiss him.
“Rhianna? Don’t you want to date me? If you don’t want to, that’s fine with me. I won’t force you.” he said.
“Yes, I will agree. Let’s go on a date tomorrow.” she said and gave him a sweet smile.
For some unknown reason, her right hand suddenly rose to caress his cheek. She was surprised when he suddenly pulled her closer to him. He suddenly kissed her which surprised her. Her lips parted to meet his kiss. Because of the sensation, she felt, her hands moved spontaneously to wrap around his neck and her lips moved spontaneously to accept his kiss.
He slowly laid her down on the bed while their lips were still touching. His kiss went down to her neck and kissed it which caused her body to tingle. What he was doing felt good. This is new to her. The sensation she felt from kissing her neck was all new to her. No one has ever done that to her but Leo.
“Leo,” she said. He suddenly stopped what he was doing and got up from on top of her. He washed his face and stroked his hair as if he had committed a crime.
“F*ck! I shouldn’t have done that to you.” he said staring at her. “I respect you, Rhianna. I’m sorry.” he said, waking up to what he had done. She couldn’t help but smile at what he said. To think that he respects her is a big deal to Rhianna. It’s not a joke to hold yourself back, especially since he’s a man and has needs too. She was impressed by what he did and she loved him even more.
“It’s okay Leo. I understand. Thank you for the respect you give me.” Rhianna sincerely said. He stood up from his seat and came to her. Then, he gave her a quick kiss on the lips which caused her cheeks to blush even more.
“You’re blushing.” he teased while grinning.
“It’s all your fault!” she shouted then pouted her lips. He just laughed at what she said. He stood up.
“Go to sleep. We have a date tomorrow around noon. Dress well.” he said and left his room. She couldn’t stop himself. She giggled because of the thrill she felt. She rolled over in her bed like a teenager. She can’t sleep because of the excitement she feels about their date tomorrow.
THE NEXT DAY, when she woke up, she immediately went to the kitchen to cook breakfast for them, but she found him in front of the stove and frying. She smelled the sweet smell of ham. Rhianna approached Leo.
“What are you cooking?” she asked even though she already knew the answer. He recoiled in shock.
“Shit! Rhianna. You shocked me!” he exclaimed which made her laugh.
“Why are you cooking? Shouldn’t I be?” she asked. It’s embarrassing because he always cooks for them.
“Why? You don’t want to?” he asked, looking at her.
“It’s just embarrassing that a man cooked for me. Maybe, I’ll get used to the way you take care of me.” she said. He walked towards her carrying the ham and fried egg he had cooked.
“Better, get used to it. I prefer that you get used to it.” he said and winked at her.
My heart pounds from what he said. I’m really in love with Leo. He put the plate on the table as soon as he got close. She stood up to take a plate from the container. When she got back, she spooned some rice into the pot.
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She didn’t address her stepfather Don because it doesn’t suit him. The wealth he has comes from illegal sources. He was good to them but locking them in one place for a few years is what she didn’t like. Of course, even being a Drug Lord.
Because of what he does, many young people are separated from the right path and many people perish. Why does it dare to do such a thing? Doesn’t he feel guilty? After all, people who are greedy for money have no conscience.
“You’re thinking far, Rhianna. What’s bothering you?” Leo suddenly asked her who brought her back to the present. She sighed and sat on the chair at the table.
“I just thought of Ysmael. With what he does. Many people perish.” she said. Leo grabbed her hand that was on the table and stared at her intently.
“There are people like that, Rhianna. Who doesn’t think about such things? As long as they have money, they forget the word conscience. Money is powerful. It can change you, Rhianna. That’s what you asked earlier. Agent Jerald hasn’t called me yet. Don Ysmael is the only one we need to bring down.” Leo said. She nodded at what he said. He’s right, money is powerful.
“Once we catch him. I’ll be free.” he whispered. It was a whisper but she heard it clearly because her hearing was sharp. What does he mean? Free where? Is he free from protecting her? But didn’t Brandon say that Leo loves her? Before she goes crazy thinking of the answer to the questions in her head. She has already asked.
“Free where?” she asked. He stopped his spoon as he was about to take a bite and looked at her.
“I’m free to do what I want Rhianna.” he said. Maybe he will be free to do what he wants them to be. She hopes, she hopes that she’s right. Somehow that thought gave her hope. Think positive self! She smiled at him.
“Yes you will be free.” she said. They will both be free for their happiness.