Page 124 of Shadows and Whispers


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“You’ll never be miserable if I have a say in it, Cress. I’d give up my happiness for yours if that’s what it takes.”

She grinned slyly. “That’s very admirable of you but the only way this works for me is if we’re both happy, so don’t fuck this up and I’ll try my best not to either.”

“Deal.”

But the thing was, she never had to worry about her happiness. Experiencing even the smallest amount of Cress allowed me to realize some things were worth the sacrifice. Sacrificing my happiness for hers was an oath I would take if it meant having any parts of this woman.

“Are you done with this?”

Our dinner flowed with ease. I ordered a steak and potatoes. Cress ordered sides insisting that she needed to start getting back in dance shape which was interesting considering nothing about her had physically changed that I could tell. Her body was worship worthy. Defined curves, lean, toned arms and legs that I enjoyed having wrapped around my body but I also understood the appearance had little to do with her fitness level. Dancing was physically taxing.

“I don’t want to be, but…” She reached for another tempura green bean and I watched as it moved between her lips. A subtle reminder of my dick having been in that same place. “But yes, I’ve had enough.”

“You sure?” I lifted a brow in challenge and she placed a hand over her stomach and smiled.

“I ate half of your steak and plus what I ordered so yep, I’m sure.”

“How about we go outside to the deck? You can have another glass of wine and maybe if I’m lucky my wife will dance for me.”

“Here?”

“Yes, here. There’s an outdoor bar with a dance floor.”

“Drinks I can do, but I’m not dancing for you here in public.”

No, you aren’t. I’m not willing to share so this dance will only be for me.

“You’ll just have to trust me on this.”

I lifted and extended my hand. She didn’t hesitate. I fucking loved her confidence in me and I also loved the energy that always seemed to travel between and through us.

Every look.

Every touch.

All of it relevant to a bond I had with a woman I would hand over my soul too. All she had to do was ask.

We navigated through the restaurant. Guests were enjoying their meals with their selected company for the evening. My hand rested on Cress’s back, the warmth of her bare skin burning my palm, taunting me with the urge to explore more.

Later.

Tonight was about intimacy not sex.

I wanted to show appreciation for my wife.

She deserved to be revered.

With a discreet nod, the manager let me know that things were set up as requested just before Cress and I moved through the folding glass doors that opened onto the deck. Wood rafting was overhead, laced with string lights, creating an open gazebo feel . The lower perimeter of the deck illuminated with a hazy glow from the same type of lights. The bar offered a soft blue from fluorescent bulbs that were under the wood surface where drinks were served and tall round tables defined the area that was used as a dance floor.

Based on the smile she offered after she fully took in her surroundings I could tell she approved. “I can’t believe I’ve never been here before. This is nice. The food was amazing and this outdoor space is gorgeous.”

And so are you.

“I’m glad you approve, considering you own it.”

“What?”

“Remember what I said. My assets are now your assets.”

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