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There was no way he was that interested in me. As soon as I wasn’t right in front of him, he wouldn’t pursue me anymore. He probably wouldn’t even remember me. That was why, as soon as I’d tasted a dessert or two, I needed to close myself in my room, maybe even barricade the door.
My eyes widened when Worth took the lid off a beautiful piece of cheesecake with curls of lemon peel on top.
“Lemon double cream cheesecake goes beautifully with champagne,” he said as he lifted the bottle from the ice and began opening it.
I watched, fascinated by his hands, remembering how they felt on me. I was so tense the pop of the cork made me jump. I didn’t know what to say or what not to. I couldn’t betray Beck’s trust. I shouldn’t encourage Worth to do that either. If it weren’t for Beck, I wouldn’t be here, and yet what had happened with Worth was all I could think about. Nothing I’d ever experienced had affected me as much as Worth fucking me.
“Taste the cheesecake, then take a sip of your champagne,” Worth encouraged.
This time I picked up my own fork. I didn’t think I could handle him feeding me again. The cheesecake was incredible, a perfect blend of sweet and tart from the lemon and cream. I realized I was making sex noises again.
Worth grinned. “You’re not making this easy.”
“Sorry.” I picked up my champagne flute and took a sip. The bubbly liquid eased over my tongue. It was a delightful contrast to the creaminess of the cheesecake.
“Good?” Worth asked.
“Yes, but I feel like you could make me like anything.”
“I think I could too, and I’d really like to try.”
He held my gaze. I didn’t breathe, and for a moment I couldn’t move. Heat rose up my neck and into my face. I pushed my chair back, picked up my glass of champagne, and raced to my room. This time, Worth didn’t try to stop me.
When the door was closed behind me, I sank down on the chaise in front of my window. Minutes passed before I could breathe normally again, but when I could, I called Beck. He didn’t answer, so I texted him.
Please talk to me. I’m so sorry.
I told you it isn’t your fault.
Then talk to me.
A FaceTime call came through, and I was relieved to see Beck on the screen.
“Worth really didn’t do anything wrong. I’m fine. I’m safe. I’m happy.” I managed to get out the words without my voice shaking.
“I should never have sent you there with him. I should’ve had you come stay with me, but I wanted you to experience Aruba.”
“It’s beautiful. I love it here, and like I told you, I never thought your brother was dangerous. He’s nothing like Tommy.”
“God, no. Worth would never hurt you. I know that.”
I ran a hand through my hair. “Maybe tell him that.”
“I can arrange for you to have another room.”
“You don’t need to spend any more money. Worth and I are fine, this villa is bigger than the house I shared with Tommy.”
Beck sighed. “I guess it’s better anyway. I don’t want you there alone.”
“But you also don’t want me with Worth.”
He blew out a long breath. “I don’t want you with him with him. You need time on your own, and my brother doesn’t do relationships.”
“I know. You’ve told me all about him.”
“Then why would you start a fling with him? You have to know it was a terrible idea.”
I needed help, and I was grateful Beck had gotten me out of St. Louis, but he was talking to me like I was a child. I’d survived hell. Couldn’t I decide if I wanted a fling or not? “What I know is that Worth was kind to me. He treated me with respect.”
