Ciel

I knew she didn’t like me teasing her that way but I enjoyed seeing her all riled up. I wrapped my arms around her as I whispered “Don’t worry, my perverted thoughts are only for you.”

I tightened my grip around her as I suddenly started leaning closer to her beautiful freckled face. Our lips were only inches away and my heart was somewhere soaring in the sky and at the time falling.

Our lips finally meet.

Her lips were exactly as I remembered. Soft and warm that made my body feel absolutely amazing. Her hands griped the front of my shirt. She felt so small in my arms, it felt like she was the most fragile thing. That she could break any moment if I let go.

I’ll never let her go.

She was mine.

We regretfully pulled away. Our eyes never leaving the other. We didn’t even step out from each other’s hold almost like we were contented. In a blink of an eye realization crossed Fran’s face. Her face turned bright red as she untangled herself from my arms and took a large step back.

“I… I… I’ll pretend that didn’t happen. You idiot!” she spat out.

I knocked my head back as a merrily laugh escaped my mouth. Of course she would spat fire just as we shared a moment. The name Habanero truly suited her.

I took a quick glance at the photo on my phone and admired the perfect image captured of Fran. She had a surprised look as she had her hands entwined together in front of her. The golden light behind her shined brightly giving a beautiful glow around Fran.

I was definitely not deleting this.

We were once again silent. Fran’s eyes were still glued to the Christmas lights decorated around us. The lights reflected in her eyes beautifully. I suddenly grabbed her hand which made her body go tense as she stared at me.

“I know I’m not the ideal guy you’re looking for… But I promised you that you’ll have fun tonight… and I don’t mean it in any dirty way… I just mean I hope you enjoy my company.” I stuttered. This startled me since I never stutter. I was always firm with my words but there was something about Fran that made me go weak.

The night was growing a bit chilly but I noticed that Fran was shivering. I wrapped an arm around her shoulders and brought her near me.

“Want to come over to my place?” I asked her. Her eyes slightly widened as she slowly started backing away from me. “I told you that I wasn’t going to do any of that stuff.” she raised her voice.

I held both of my hands up in surrender and said “No, I don’t mean it that way. I just want to show you something.” I could tell the look in her eyes that she didn’t trust me but she was internally battling with her thoughts. She sighed as she spoke “I’ll go with you but just so you know, if you try anything I will kill you in your sleep.” She truly looked like she meant it.

And I wouldn’t doubt her either.

We hailed a taxi together and headed towards my apartment. It was my first time ever bringing a girl to my apartment for the second time. Usually, a girl’s first time in my apartment would be her last time.

We went up to my apartment floor and I told her to make herself at home. There were three doors in the open area. One led to my bedroom, another led to the bathroom, and the last one was to my office. My mind started imagining things that Fran and I could do but I shrugged the thought away. It didn’t help that my body was itching to be near her.

I made sure that my office was presentable and my Playboy magazines were well hidden. On one wall of the office was a large shelf filled with books. Some were classic books first editions. I never was a bookworm but growing up in a rich and well known family forced me to do things I didn’t want.

Like read books, play the violin, go to calligraphy class, or even learn how to do the waltz. I walked back towards the living room to see Fran sitting down as she looked intensely at her lap. I smirked at how adorable she looked.

I grabbed her hand which pulled her out of her own bubble. “Where are we going?” she stuttered as her eyes gazed at my bedroom door. Is that all she thinks about me? I don’t blame her.

I rolled my eyes and said “Sorry to disappoint Habanero, but we’re not going in my bedroom today.” Her cheeks started growing red. “I knew that.” She muttered which made me chuckle.

I brought her to my office and pointed towards the bookshelves. As her eyes landed on the shelves her eyes widened like she just fell in love. If only she looked at me that way. Her hands traced each spine of each book then her eyes landed on a specific book.

At this point I’m not even surprised.

She took out Pride and Prejudice: First Edition.

“You’ve read this?” she asked in surprise that I even own that book. I scratched the back of my neck and said “Yeah, most of those books are from my parent’s home. I just brought a few. I don’t really read them like you do but I was forced to read every single book on that shelf.”

Her smile was absolutely breathtaking.

“Come to think of it, I think I’m like Mr. Darcy.” I said which made her burst out laughing in a very unlady like way. “Yeah right! And I’m Mary Poppins.” She said through tears and giggles.

“I’m actually serious. I might not dress or talk like he does but there are a few characteristics that are similar between him and I.” I told her.

“You’re nothing like Mr. Darcy.” she deadpanned.

“That’s what Elizabeth said about Mr. Darcy at first. I think I’m like Mr. Darcy and you’re like Elizabeth. Darcy and Elizabeth argued a lot in the beginning and claimed that they hated one another but in the end that wasn’t the case, was it?” I explained.

Her cheeks reddened once more as she avoided eye contact with me.

“You can have it.” I said casually as I headed towards my office chair behind the wooden desk. Her eyes widened in surprise as she quickly asked “Are you sure? This is very expensive.” But seeing you smile is worth it.

“Don’t worry about it. Even if I didn’t give it to you, all it ever would do is sit here.” I told her as I sat down in my chair. She smiled as she hugged the book like it was the most precious thing to her. I was instantly shocked when I felt her slender arms wrapped around me from my side. Her face was dangerously close to mine since I was sitting down and she was standing up.

“Thank you. This is the best gift I’ve ever received… Of course, besides Fancy Cups.” she said as she pulled away. My whole body tensed as I saw the way she looked at me. Her eyes sparkled with something that I couldn’t explain. I gave her a soft smile and said “We might be at each other’s throats at times and sometimes you can’t get enough of me.” I teased her.

She scoffed and said “As if.”

My smile was still plastered on my face. “But you might not know this but you mean a whole lot to me. As your angel investor I’m happy to see your business every day and I always thought how proud I am of myself that I chose Fancy Cups. At the same time I enjoy how passionate you are towards almost everything you do. That’s why I caused the scene about a week ago.”

“Zen is a friend of mine. He’s not a bad person but he just doesn’t know how to show how he cares without offending anyone. Which is why I wanted you away from him. I don’t exactly work for Storm Enterprise but there are times when they need my help. Putting that aside, Fancy Cups means a lot to me too you know. I didn’t know you when I fell in love with the idea of your coffee shop. But what keeps me coming back to Fancy Cups isn’t your coffee… it’s you.” I never thought I would say such words to her.

I stood up from my chair and walked over to the large window of my office. It was silent and I would understand if she’s creeped out by my little confession but at least she knows now.

“Ciel.” her angelic voice called out.

I turned around but wasn’t ready for what happened. She grabbed me by my shirt and brought my lips upon hers. At first my eyes widened as we shared a kiss once more, not that I’m complaining.

She deepened the kiss eliciting a groan from me. This woman will be the end of me. I closed my eyes and relaxed into the kiss as I wrapped my arms around her tiny waist. I gently licked her bottom lip, asking for entrance. Surprisingly, she granted me entrance as our tongues fought for domination. She tasted sweet and addicting. When she let out a soft moan I couldn’t help myself as I lifted her up making her wrap her legs around my waist.

I also couldn’t help but feel a tent shaping in my pants. I could tell that she felt how excited I was when she bounced up and gasped out a moan. I carried her over to the leather couch that sat in my office and gently laid her down without breaking our heated kiss.

She drove me over the edge when her hips started grinding upwards towards me, creating a strong friction. I painfully removed my lips from hers and started kissing her jaw and her back arched as I reached her neck.

“Ciel.” she let out a long moan.

“I’m going to fuck you so hard you won’t be able to walk after this.” I whispered but before she can reply I attached my lips back to hers.