Chapter 41 Desiring Him
“You won’t have any problems with me after you get to know me. That’s what this trip is all about, isn’t it? I told you I won’t play fair,” he shrugged, sitting on the chair and making himself comfortable. Alyssa was stunned by his admission. So he had indeed taken her challenge seriously and started working on it as well.
“I thought this was a business trip,” she said, dazed and confused. What would she do now? What exactly had Nicholas planned for her? Would she have to share a room all throughout the trip?
“Stop fretting so much. Let’s relax and watch a movie. So, which is your favorite?” he asked her to lighten the atmosphere in the room. Alyssa studied him for a second and noted that he was indeed interested in a movie. Sitting on the chair beside him, she browsed through the options available.
“Select it but we’ll watch after take-off,” said Nicholas, sensing the way she was all worked up around him. He wanted to make her comfortable around him first, or it would be difficult to enjoy the trip. His arm brushed hers accidentally, and she jumped as if burned, glancing at him sharply. Nicholas behaved as if he wasn’t aware of the brief touch, although it had his organ twitching to life! It was strange that such a tiny connection could have such an effect on him. He had to do something about it on this trip. He had to woo her somehow and convince her to have se with him, at least once. Maybe it would cure his insane desire for her!
“I like this one. It’s so romantic but I never got to see the full movie,” she said, taking out a heart-warming romantic movie.
“Oh, it’ll give me diabetes. Why don’t you choose something thrilling, like a horror movie or a psychological thriller?” said Nicholas.
“I hate psychological thrillers. I can’t stay alone after I watch one of those.”
“Who’s asking you to stay alone? You can always stay with me,” he said with a smirk.
“No, thanks. I’d rather watch a romantic movie and stay alone.”
“And have a love affair with me.” Alyssa plugged her ears with a laugh and got ready for take-off. It had two effects, but the best one was it quietened Nicholas. After take-off, Nicholas settled himself on the bed and started the movie while Alyssa remained in her chair and watched. She couldn’t risk being close to Nicholas when a slight brush of his arm could give her goosebumps.
“Why are you so stuck-up? Can’t you relax for a change?” asked Nicholas, feeling frustrated to see her sitting stiffly on the edge of her seat. “Come here, Alyssa. I won’t touch you, I promise,” he said, coaxing her to join him. Alyssa saw the sincerity in his eyes and smiled, climbing onto the bed. Nicholas noted the way she put up a barricade of cushions between them. His fingers itched to throw them away and pull her into his arms and end the hesitation between them once and for all, but he controlled the urge. There were fourteen days to go and he would surely get his chance. Till then, he needed to entice his prey! He groaned at his own dismal state! When did the cool, reserved, nerdy Nicholas turn into a weird, needy, and uncontrollable se addict? To date, no woman had the power to control his mind and body in this manner, as Alyssa did.
Alyssa watched the movie, but she was constantly on her guard, ready to jump away if Nicholas made a move. It wasn’t the best way to watch her favorite romantic movie, but what could she do? Every time she relaxed, she found Nicholas’s ardent gaze glued upon her, making her acutely aware of herself, of the cozy comfort of the bed. Within the close confines of the suite meant for couples, she felt the seual tension getting to her nerves. She had no idea what they would do after the movie ended.
“Shall we have our lunch now? Or do you wish to complete the movie first?” asked Nicholas, bored by now. It was a different thing to experience romance in real life than watching other people kiss!
“We can pause it and have our food first. I’m starving!”
“Great. I’m hungry too, but not for food!” he winked and Alyssa rolled her eyes at him. Why did he have to be so shamelessly explicit about his needs?
Happy to communicate his heart’s desire to Alyssa, Nicholas summoned the cabin crew and placed their order. Alyssa scooted back to her chair and rolled up the shutters to watch out of the window. With the movie switched off, she didn’t trust Nicholas’s motive. What if he grabbed her and kissed her? She knew it wouldn’t stop at just a kiss as she too wanted him with equal hunger! Her eyes widened at the realization! Did she want him as much as he wanted her?
‘God! Why did it have to be him?’ she murmured in her mind.
“Are you talking to yourself?” asked a curious Nicholas, whose eyes were hooked upon her. Startled, Alyssa turned to see him lying on the bed, with his arms flexed behind his head, supporting it against the pillow, watching her. She noted the nerves standing out on his thick biceps! How would they feel wrapped up around her soft, naked body? “Dreaming of me?” he asked with a wink, snapping her out of her thoughts. Could he read her mind?
“No, I was thinking about the movie. Will they unite or not in the end?” she lied with a stiff smile.
Nicholas sighed and gave her a look of disbelief. “Seriously? Are you that concerned about their love story? I’m bored. I’d rather live my love story!” he mumbled the last part, but Alyssa heard him clearly. The cabin crew arrived with their food and they both thanked her and tucked into the mouthwatering international cuisine.
“I haven’t been on such a long flight before. The food is the best part of the deal,” said Alyssa.
“Yeah, but it’s enjoyable because you’re with me. I get bored every time.”
“Why? Didn’t you take your previous PA with you on your trips?” she asked curiously.
“No, Mrs. Davies didn’t travel with me. She has asthma problems. I always travel alone.”
“I prefer traveling alone.” Nicholas looked at her with a strange expression she didn’t understand.
“So, I take it you aren’t enjoying traveling with me,” he said, staring at her earnestly as if waiting for her to correct him.
“No, that’s not true. I’m fine with it so far, although it’s a little stressful since I’ve never shared a room or bed with a guy before,” she admitted honestly.
“You don’t trust me at all, it seems. I might desire you, but I’m not an animal that I can’t control my feelings. Although I love to tease you, rest assured that I will never force myself on you. I’m true to my words, Alyssa. So why don’t you relax and enjoy the trip?” he entreated. The sincerity in his eyes had her floored. She knew he would stand by his words as he just claimed.
“I’m trying to. Thank you for the treat, Nicholas,” she said, savoring the slow-cooked beef fillet and grilled prawns and scallops.
“Just a thank you won’t do. Admit that you’re enjoying it with me,” he insisted. A small smile brightened up her lips, and she gazed deeply into his brilliant blue eyes.
“I’m enjoying my time with you. Happy now?” she asked. Nicholas nodded, a smile tugging at his lips as he helped himself to the dessert.
“Mmm, heavenly. If I could, I would have had this differently,” he said, giving her a hooded glance.
“Differently? How else can you eat white chocolate and strawberry mousse?” she asked with wide eyes, while Nicholas gave her a look. Was she that innocent?
“I’ll show you someday. Let’s not talk about it now. I’m having problems,” he said gruffly, while Alyssa gave him a weird look. He was really a weirdo!
She concentrated on her dessert and relished every bite, while Nicholas sat with his back to her and ate his dessert, groaning with every bite.
After food, he dozed off to sleep while she completed the movie and then sat reading the details of their agenda on her mobile phone. Throughout the time, she steered clear of the bed and watched Nicholas sprawled all over it. Her cheeks flamed with color, thinking about what she would do at night. The bed wasn’t that big to fit the two of them as well as a barricade of cushions in the middle!
She tried to concentrate on the document she was reading, but all her mind could conjure up was their sleeping arrangements. She just waited for the torture to be over. Once at the hotel, she would definitely demand a separate room for herself!