Chapter 171
Chapter 171:
“Why did you wake up? Do you need more pain meds?” I asked softly.
“I… you weren’t in bed. I feel… better with you in bed.” His voice cracked a little as he nuzzled closer into my pillow, letting my arm drape over his body. His leg slipped between mine, fitting us like the perfect jigsaw puzzle.
“Shh… you’re safe now. I’m here for you. Go back to sleep. We can talk in the morning.” I could feel him breaking in my arms, but I wasn’t going to let him deal with it until he was ready. “Sleep, baby, I got you p>
When morning came, I was up before him and let him sleep longer. I preferred that he took some time off from work. Maybe I could get him to spend a day or two out of the city, or perhaps I could take him to the penthouse and see if he’d feel more comfortable living high above the ground.
The smell of coffee and bacon must’ve woken him, because he walked out of the bedroom, looking all gorgeous with his bed hair and still sleepy eyes.
“Morning, take a seat. I’m making bacon and eggs. I was going to bring it to you, but this works too.” I winked and poured him a cup of coffee, making another batch for my second cup of the morning. Oscar got up and poured the creamer and sugar that I had already set up for him. He liked his coffee sweet and creamy, and I wasn’t about to judge him for it.
“You never sleep long, do you?” Oscar asked after taking his first sip of coffee. I always loved watching his content expression as he savored it.
“No, usually three to four hours when I’m in town.” I plated our breakfast and gave him his before taking a seat at the breakfast bar.
The chair was nice and comfortable and the house was nicely decorated, but I still wanted to see if he would be more comfortable in the penthouse.
“So, I hope you’re not going into the office today p>
“Um… no, I think I’ll work from home today. I’ll call my assistant and reschedule today’s meeting.” There was a hesitation in his voice, so I put my hand on his, trying to give him the support he needed. Updates are released by.net
“How about taking a few days off, we can get out of town or just out of this house.” I watched as he bit into his breakfast. I was secretly glad that the man still had his appetite, because he needed his strength to get better. “Where are we going? Do you mind missing work p>
It’s cute that he thinks I have to work every day. “I’m fine, Oscar, I have my men. I have a second and a third, just like Ghazi has me to answer to.” The moment I mention my cousin’s name, I know I have hit a raw nerve. It would take time for him to get used to it and I didn’t want to give up on us. “Oh p>
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“Yeah, so? Out of town, or do you want us to hunker down in this lavish penthouse I inherited from Ghazi’s uncles? You can even choose which view you want to wake up to in the morning p>
“Do you mind if we stay in the penthouse? I like to stay nearby if I’m needed for a meeting, and the penthouse sounds nice. I don’t want to sound like an ass, but I’m nervous about staying so close to the eround p>
I couldn’t help laughing at his last words. I know I shouldn’t, but I couldn’t help it. I picked up my empty plate and his and put them in the sink before pouring myself a second cup of coffee.
“You’re a total ass, but a sexy one, and did I mention how I like to be buried in that sexy ass?” I
stepped between his legs and cupped his face before leaning down to kiss his lips, taking care not to damage his bruise, then moving down to his favourite spot just below his ear.
“Zal… ‘