Chapter 100 Chapter 100

Chapter 100 Chapter 100
“Hmmm... not sure I’m okay with that.” He smirked and tugged one of the sails free before sitting down next to her. He slid his strong arm behind her and pulled her close, kissing the side of her face before touching her cheek and pulling her in for a long kiss.
She broke it a moment later. “Why? Seems like the sensible option. I’m rarely in my office anyway. I’ll just make sure to lock up any sensitive information.”
“It’s not the information I’m worried about, silly woman. It’s you. Any man with a working libido would want to wine and dine you. You’re beautiful.” He kissed her once more.
“He’s a kid, Alex, and I’m not interested in anyone but you.”
“If he’s a kid, then you are, too,” he chuckled. “Besides, the guy reminds me far too much of myself when I was his age.”
“He’s got blond hair and green eyes. He looks nothing like you.” Jamie bit her lip seductively. “You’ve got the tall, dark, and handsome stereotype down perfectly.”
“Not my looks; my attitude, my cockiness. He knows what he wants and he goes after it. He did a great job all throughout the interview process this past spring. I’m excited to have him on board, but I’d almost rather have him with me than you.” He rubbed her shoulder as he studied her. “One more thing, but don’t get upset.”
She stiffened at his words. Why did people always preface something that was utterly upsetting by asking the one getting the information to not get upset? It was like it was destined to happen now.
“I’ll try. What’s up?” She turned a little, pressing her knees against his thigh and sliding her hand onto his leg.
“I’m only seeing you, and I want us to be exclusive...”
“But?”
“But, I don’t want us to come out at the office just yet. I know it’s ridiculous, but I read somewhere that younger, single CEOs have more respect and earning potential. Let’s just keep us on the down-low until we’re sure that we’re ready to make the step of declaring ourselves to be a couple. That sound okay?”
A fiery arrow of rejection shot through her. Had he really just said that?
“Um... yeah, I guess.” She shrugged and got up, moving to the back of the ship to look out at the water. Crying was out.
“Great. I knew you would understand.” He wrapped his arms around her from behind and pressed his lips to the side of her neck.
Understand?
Not in the slightest.