Falling for Mr Taylor

Chapter Eight: Putting it all out there

Marcus’s P.O.V

The work day had reached it end, neither Hope nor I had brought up what I had wrote on that text. I understood why she felt the way she did with me being her boss. I know boss and Assistant a little cliché but for me it was not. I have never been involved with anyone that works for me or a long side of me, it is not something I have ever done or agreed with but Hope? She was something else entirely. But as I said to her whatever has to happen between her and me, it would stay professional at work. I was still not sure what she thought about it all since she has not said much. I did promise not to bring it up until tonight though.

“Do you need anything else Sir?” Hope asked appearing at my office door

“No I think that is us done for the day. Come in, just have a couple of small things to do then I will give you a lift home.” I smiled

“OK.” She smiled back coming over, taking a seat at the other side of my desk

I finished up the emails I had to do, before switching everything off for the day. It has been a busy day for everyone, a late finish for most, it was already after eight P.M. I would be glad when the weekend comes around to get a day off.

“All done, ready to go?” I said getting up from my desk

Hope nodded, getting to her feet too. I was not sure if I should bring things up or let her? I never wanted to seem like I was pressuring her but at the same time I never wanted her thinking I never meant any of it. I would decide on the car journey. I grabbed my things, Hope and I both heading out to the garage to my car, a comfortable silence falling between us. I am surprised the both of us has made it through this long assed day without falling asleep since we never exactly slept last night. Thank God for coffee and energy drinks, we would both sleep well tonight that was for sure. A silence fell between us as made the walk, it was not a uncomfortable one though.

“Do you have any plans for tonight?” Hope asked nervously as we settled in the car

“No. Food, shower and sleep.” I laughed

“Oh…Ok.” She said sounding disappointed

“Hope? Were you asking me that question for a specific reason?” I asked starting the car

“Um, yes.” She said shyly

“Hope it is OK, you don’t need to get embarrassed, ask me what it was you wanted?” I said softly placing my hand on her knee making her look at me

“See if maybe you wanted to grab some food and go back to mine for a bite to eat and a movie or something. If you are too tired it is OK.” She said

I could see in her eyes how hard for her it was to ask me that. She was looking at me, nibbling on her lower lip, a worried look on her face as she waited on my answer.

“Yes sure sounds good. What do you fancy?” I asked

“OK.” She said relaxing, smiling at me “How about Chinese?” she suggested

“Sounds good. I know a great place we can order from.” I smiled “Hope please next time you wanna ask me something like this don’t hesitate OK?” I added

Hope nodded her head and we finally got on our way, stopping to pick Chinese up on the way before heading back to hers. I am hoping that with us being out of work and alone we can talk about things.

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Hope and I were currently on her sofa after our dinner, the movie playing in the background but we were too busy chatting to concentrate on it.

“Would you mind if I grabbed a quick shower and got into my PJS? Won’t take long?” she asked

“No that is fine.” I smiled

“Then we can talk OK?” She said “About, well you know what?” she added

“Sounds good. How about I get the kettle on for a cuppa while you do that?” I said

We agreed on that plan before she headed off to get her shower. I headed into the kitchen, getting the cups ready, that way when she comes back through it will only be a case of filling them up. I was glad she has brought our conversation from earlier up cause that means I know what is going on, find out if she is interested enough for the two of us to hang out more and get to know each other better. It never took long for her to come back through, showered and in her pjs which consisted of shorts and an oversized tee. I never meant to but my eyes trailed over her legs. I like a woman with a good pair of legs and well she has a very nice pair. I quickly pulled away, looking her in the eye, Hope let out a giggle and a flush on her cheeks.

“Sorry.” I said, rubbing the back of my neck

“It is OK.” She smiled

Hope came over, making us a cup of tea each before we headed back through to the living room. We sat in silence for the first few minutes. I could sense she wanted to say something but never knew where to start. I decided I would start the conversation. I turned around, making sure I was face on with her. She looked up at me, a nervous look in her eyes

“Have you thought about what I said?” I asked

“Yes. All day.” she said blushing

“You have? Me too.” I said “And have you decided?” I added

I was hoping she wouldn’t turn around and tell me that she can’t do it that would crush me…no lie.

“I am still worried about the full thing boss/assistant thing but I do wanna spend more time with you outside of work.” She said

“You do?” I asked trying to contain myself

“I do but we take it slow and if it starts interfering with work then we need to stop OK?” She said

“That is fine with me. I can do both. Thank you for willing to try.” I smiled “Can I kiss you now?” I added, something I have been wanting to do since the first kiss we shared

“Yes.” She breathed out

I reached in, placing my hand on her cheek and closed the space between us, our lips meeting in a sweet kiss. Her arms snaked around my neck, whimpering into the kiss. I loved the feel of her lips against mine but knew I should pull away, her words we take it slow passing through my head. Hope was smiling once we pulled apart, slowly opening her eyes to look at me and I couldn’t help but return it.

“How about we actually watch that movie now?” I laughed

“Yes now things are out in the open.” She laughed too putting it back to the start

I put my arm out, patting my shoulder, Hope looking at me confused

“Come here I mean.” I said

“Oh…Ok.” She giggled

Hope moved towards me, snuggling into my side and I wrapped my arm around her, Hope rested her head against my shoulder. I smiled as I looked down at her. I was hoping to share more moments like this with her.