CHAPTER THIRTEEN
“Would you like to dance?” Lucky’s question broke the silence that had settled between us. Before I could answer, he squeezed my hand and pulled me toward the estate. I struggled to keep up, my high-heeled shoes making it difficult. He had a wild expression on his face and a smile that looked like it could light up the whole world.
Once we stepped inside, I heard the music playing from the ballroom. “Come on.” He urged me forward, pulling me inside. His excitement was infectious and I could already feel a rush of adrenaline running through my veins. I couldn’t believe he was this eager to dance with me.
He opened the door for me just as the orchestra started to play a slow song. People paired up and swayed together while those who had yet to find their luck watched from the sidelines. Lucky took my hand and pulled me right toward the middle of the dancefloor. In one fluid motion, he had my body pinned against his. His arm rested on my lower back while the other held my hand tightly, guiding me through the motions of a waltz.
I had never danced like this before, but somehow, we were in perfect sync. I feared I would step on his feet, but it was like we had been dancing partners for years. He smiled down at me as he slowed his pace, matching the rhythm of the music. “Let me guess, you dance as a hobby.” He said, his voice soft and seductive.
I shook my head, my heart beating so loud that it nearly drowned out the music.
“You’re a natural then.” Pulling me even closer, his hand moved down to my ass, his fingers squeezing my flesh ever so slightly. I nearly moaned at the touch and he grinned, locking our hips together.
“I… I’ve never ballroom danced before,” I admitted, feeling my cheeks become warm with blush. He gently caressed my cheek with his hand, looking at me as if I was the only woman in the world.
“I don’t believe that. You’re too modest.” He laughed. The sound erupted deep within his stomach and echoed through my mind. Some people stared at us, but Lucky didn’t seem to mind. He looked like he was having the time of his life.
We turned and stepped with the music. I was starting to get dizzy, but I couldn’t tell if it was a result of the dancing or the proximity of Lucky’s body against my own. He was so tall and muscular, it made my knees weak. I could feel his godlike physique through his designer clothes and it just left me to wonder what he would like if they were in a pile on the floor. Naughtily, I started to undress him with my eyes, picturing his every inch. I had no doubt that he would be the sexiest thing I’ve ever seen. How had I been lucky enough to catch his eye with my plain Jane looks?
As the song approached its crescendo, Lucky leaned down, his lips grazing mine. The contact came as a surprise and made me shiver all over. I almost stopped dancing, but Lucky didn’t skip a beat. His lips traveled along the side of my neck, finding my sweet spot. My fingers tightened around him as I suppressed the urge to moan. Soon enough, his lips found my collar bone, leaving behind a trail of kisses that left me weak in the knees.
Shivers of ecstasy shot through my skin, all the way down to my sex. It was like the fire that had been burning in my stomach had jumped down to my thighs. I could tell that I was getting excited. Lust and desire raged deep within my soul with every kiss he left behind on my skin.
My fingers found his hair, pulling on it slightly, silently begging for more. I wanted to tilt my head back and moan, but I was conscious of all the people already staring at us. Lucky continued to kiss me, moving further down, kissing the top of my breasts as his fingers tightened around my hips, pulling me closer than ever.
I felt what must have been the outline of his erection against my thigh and it just made me even more excited. The fact that I was turning on this god of a man made me feel incredibly sexy. I grinned, tugging at his hair, pushing his head down just a little bit further. His lips were on the cusp of my neckline and I still wanted more. I had never felt this way before. I never wanted him to stop, no matter how far we went.
Goosebumps formed all over my skin. The song continued and we swayed along with all the other couples. I couldn’t be certain, but it felt like there was a puddle forming in my panties. I just couldn’t help it. This man was driving me wild… and all he was doing was kissing me. I could only imagine what would happen if those lips kept traveling down my body, eventually getting between my legs, kissing the lips between my hips.
As the song ended, Lucky pulled away, his eyes burning with desire. I felt my heart skipping a beat and I leaned in, ready to kiss him. He kissed my neck instead, taking my earlobe between his teeth before he whispered, “I must have you…” I shuddered at his words, my mind spinning at the implications. What did he mean? Was he going to bid for me at the auction? “You’re the most sensual creature I’ve ever seen. I cannot stand the thought of letting you go home with some other man.” His fingers tightened on my hips. “One way or another, I’ll have you as my own, sweet Stella.”