She couldn't move between Daniel's body and the wall, and she didn't want to either. If she had known he was on edge like she was she would have acted sooner. But she thought that Daniel wanted to keep waiting to be sure, that he didn't want to get ahead of himself and lose his temper.
- I'm sick of trying on clothes... - She said looking at him over her shoulder.
- Mmmm... -
- Why don't we leave? -
- Are you sure? -
- Yes...
Daniel took another breath of air and finished sinking his face into Deanna's neck. He was about to lose his mind, she was as impatient as he was and it showed in the tone of her voice and the movements of her body. It was the first time a woman had taken the initiative with him in such an overt way, showing that she wanted him just as badly. It wasn't just a passing seduction to stroke his ego and get something, she lived in his house and if something happened between them it would happen again. Daniel was sure that once he tasted the flavor of her skin he would become addicted.
- We can't go to the house, there are the children - She told him.
- No, we'll go somewhere else... -
- Yes...
But he was still motionless, stuck in his position, he didn't even try to release her. He felt he could stay like this with her forever. Deanna moved a little, separating herself from his body and turned to look at him and he watched her. Her face red, her breath hitching, her hands still holding her dress to her chest.
- Are you sure? - He asked her again in a whisper, he was afraid she would regret it.
- Yes - She answered more confident and looking him in the eyes.
He wanted to kiss her right there, the tension was increasing with the seconds and the heat between their bodies was becoming unbearable. He was looking at her, her face, her neck, her bare shoulders, as if he didn't already know them by heart. He was dying to touch a lock of her hair and play with it between his fingers. And Deanna didn't duck her head, didn't show modesty or shame, her stay was firm, telling him without words that she wanted the same.
- They were here a moment ago -
- I don't think they left without telling us -
It was Harry and Laura, their voices sounding closer and closer.
-The curtains are still closed.
Daniel hurried to separate from her and put both hands in his pockets. Just then Laura pulled back the curtain. The image was exactly what it represented: Deanna with her dress unfastened, holding it, with a red face and Daniel completely out of place, not knowing how to react.
- Oh!" said Laura smiling.
Harry looked at them from a few steps behind his wife, what were they doing? His face unhinged, Daniel was not only a piece of ice on the outside, he was a cheeky one on the inside. And Deanna was no different, the whole show showing off in front of him shamelessly.
- I'm so sorry... we thought you had left... Oh God! I'm sorry...
- It's okay, Laura, Daniel was helping me with the zipper -
Daniel noticed his brother's face and Harry looked him straight in the eye with the most unpleasant expression he had ever seen. As if he was telling him that he was disgusted by what he saw. He was judging him, accusing him, he felt a terrible urge to scream at him and hit him. How had he dared so much? What was wrong with Deanna that she was strutting around like that? It was a sham marriage, nothing was true, nothing. There were not supposed to be feelings between them, they were just expected to keep up the facade and that was it.
Daniel didn't like that offensive look on his brother's face at all, he had suspicions that's why he was always jealous of him. And now he was confirming it: that attitude was not of an annoyed friend, no. Harry had feelings for Deanna, even married and with a child on the way. That's why he was looking out for her, not to protect her from the trouble he'd gotten her into. Would Laura know? They seemed so in love all the time. He desperately went to him for help to marry her, got Deanna in the middle and set up that whole circus so he could have a chance to be with Laura.
And he wouldn't move from where he was standing, like he was waiting for something. Of course he wasn't going to leave them alone, especially after witnessing that scene.
-Deanna, why don't you get dressed and let's go get some coffee? Let's get some rest," he said, his voice a little rough.
Deanna smiled in relief, she thought he was upset.
-Sure, I could use something hot," Daniel looked at her sideways and, if possible, her face turned even redder.
-Harry, we'd better go back home, I'm a little tired," Laura wanted to give them space.
-No, no, we haven't bought anything for the baby yet and I want to show Deanna a music store nearby. We can rest in the cafeteria... You guys are not in a hurry to go back, are you? -
- No, of course not –
Daniel realized his brother's intentions. It was time to show authority, if he wanted to step on his territory he would first have to step over him. He wouldn't let anyone get in the way of his relationship with Deanna, not even Harry and if he had to assert himself against him, he would. His will was iron and he knew he would not back down easily.
Whatever his feelings he was now married and his wife would give him a child in a few months, he had to let them go. When Deanna was ready Daniel held her hand tightly and gave her a smile, he had to make it clear where the relationship was now; let everyone see them so they knew she was HIS wife. It wouldn't be Harry, but in the future maybe someone else might try to get close to her.
He didn't leave her side for a moment all the way to the cafeteria. Laura was overjoyed to see them. And even though Deanna felt a little embarrassed, she held her husband's hand just as tightly to walk beside him. The area where they were was usually frequented by the same people who made up their social circle; friends, colleagues, people who knew them or their family. Someone would see them, recognize them and the gossip would start to spread like wildfire. And that was exactly what Daniel wanted.
- What do you want to drink? -
- Coffee would be nice.
- And for a snack? Do you want something? -
- I don't know...
They both leaned over the display case so she could choose what she wanted, but Daniel still wouldn't let go. Harry was still watching them with annoyance, he was about to say something when Laura grabbed his arm and stuck to him.
- I'll have a green tea - She said to her husband.
- Sure, whatever you want - Harry answered trying to compose himself.
Whether or not Laura had noticed something strange about her husband, she didn't say anything. The four of them sat down and silence took over the table. Deanna could sense that the siblings were not on good terms yet, apparently they could get along and Daniel overcoming his jealousy would be more work. She hadn't noticed the exchange of glances between them, nor the dense atmosphere that settled. She was focused on Daniel and the sensations still reverberating through her body.
Laura tried to break the ice.
- Did you find something you liked Dean? -
- Not really... it's not the kind of clothes I usually wear -
- That's because you wear clothes that are too short - Daniel told her.
- Of course I don't.
- Of course you do.
- And you think I shouldn't -
- Not in front of people -
- Why not? -
- Because you don't -
- That's not even an answer.
- Because you can see... parts... of your body... - She was making him uncomfortable by making him talk about it. It was obvious that she didn't want anyone else to look at her.
- Body parts? - And she was going to see how far she could take it.
- Yeah, you know... the legs and stuff -
- But don't you think I have nice legs? -
- Of course you do... -
And once again, without thinking, his real thoughts slipped out of his mouth. Deanna smiled in satisfaction and after surprising himself, Daniel smiled back. He didn't know what she did to confuse him and always force him to confess without realizing it. Laura hid a giggle and Harry's world was falling apart.