“Yeah... Sorry, I think I just had a nightmare...”
What was it about? I forget already. I can vaguely remember a chill and something that made me panic. Gosh, this was so intense...
Damian leans to kiss my forehead, caressing my cheek. “You’re okay, Nora. Sorry, you were asleep so deeply, I went to take a shower before waking you up.”
Now that I notice it, his hair is dripping, and he is wearing a new pair of dark jeans. He is still half-naked though, with a bath towel around his shoulders, and I can see the blackcrescent moon tattoo on his neck in full. He smells like mint-scented shampoo. I smile.
“I like a clean boyfriend,” I say while giving him a quick kiss.
“Noted, princess.”
“Can I borrow your shower if you’re done?”
“Sure. I’ll try to find you something clean to put on.”
I go to his bathroom to wash the remnants of my nightmare away. I can’t remember what was scaring me so much in that dream... Maybe that’s for the better. I realize I just spent the night sleeping with Damian and blush. I felt so great into his arms, I could get used to it. If only I could overcome my fears. I’m all right as long as it’s kissing and hugging, but whenever we go past that, I just can’t do it; I’m frightened. Moon Goddess, I wish I could get rid of these feelings... Damian is already more than patient with me, and even my wolf is going crazy about it now. What is wrong with me?
I finally get out of the shower, and I have no choice but to roll a large towel around me. When I go back to the bedroom, I find a plain grey t-shirt Damian left for me on the bed.
“Sorry, that’s the best I could find. I can ask—”
Damian stops, staring at me in my bath towel, and my bare legs underneath. I didn’t realize he would still be in the room! He averts his gaze immediately, and I get all red, grasping the situation.
“Moon Goddess, you’re really not making it easy, Nora.”
“Sorry... Can you give me a minute?” I mumble, deeply embarrassed.
He exits the room with a sigh, and I run to grab the clothes. How bold can I be? Stupid Nora! You’re the one making him wait, and now you walk around half-naked in his bedroom! What kind of torture is this! Moon Goddess, I reallyneed to be more self-conscious around Damian from now on...
I quickly put on my underwear and denim skirt from yesterday, with the new t-shirt. It’s obviously oversized, but I remember seeing how Elena wore stuff like this, tucking it in her skirt and all. Once I’m ready, it does look alright in the mirror. I dry my hair quickly, leaving my curls to take a natural shape, and find my earrings. When Damian comes back, I’m busy texting Bobo. He is now wearing his usual black shirt and a dark tie.
“Sorry about earlier...” I mumble, still embarrassed.
“Well, I can’t say I didn’t like what I saw.”
He approaches me with a smile, putting his arms around my waist, and leans a quick kiss on my lips. At least I know he likes my body...
“Let’s go get breakfast, I still think I need to feed you a bit more.”
“Do you have a kitchen here?”
I don’t remember seeing one yesterday while I was exploring his place. He shakes his head, proving me right. “We are going to the Company’s cafeteria. It’s not Nate’s restaurant, but it’s decent.”
He takes my hand, and we exit his apartment. This time the windows are all open, and the whole place certainly looks better than yesterday, in the sunlight. To our surprise, Neal is waiting for us at the entrance of Damian’s office. He greets us quickly.
“You look better, Boss. Hello, Nora.”
“Thanks, Neal. What are you doing here?” Asks Damian.
He sighs. I haven’t seen Neal often... He is wearing a dark suit like Damian’s, and I notice his wedding ring. So, the oldest Mura sibling is already married... I wonder if Bobo is an uncle?
“Your job. We canceled yesterday’s meetings, but seeing how your lady came back last night, I figured you would come to work today. We have a lot to catch up on, and a board meeting in two hours.”
He hands a thick red folder to Damian, but my mate frowns.
“I just got up, and I intend to have breakfast with Nora.”
Seeing Neal’s upset expression, it doesn’t seem like those matters can wait... I take the folder from his hand and give it to Damian. Both men look at me with confused expressions.
