His Temptation

Confessing feelings

Chapter 18

Confessing feelings

Leaving Nathan's office, I forcefully stomped away towards my desk. I want to run and hide, maybe even take my anger out on something. I don't know what. I am not a woman who hits or hurts things or someone, but Brian is so infuriating.

Stomping in heels aches makes my feet and makes my ass wiggle; if I wasn't so angry, I probably think it would but funny. I feel someone's eyes boring into my back. I don't want to turn to look; I don't want to give him the satisfaction. Brian looks at me so intensely that I can feel his stare.

I sit at my desk; it looks off.

To soothe my anger, I started to organize everything on my desk. I was sure my desk didn't look like this. I love to have it organized so it's easy to find what I need. I don't like to believe it, but there is no other explanation; someone has gone through my desk and made a mess of all the papers I had in neat folders. Almost no papers are in the correct folder; sorting through this will take a while. I have only gotten started, and I feel someone leering at me. I lift my gaze and am met with worried eyes, a kind face, and a tentative smile. Seeing his concern and sweet face made me smile. My anger melted away as I looked at Nathan. I instantly remember how safe I felt in his arms; in my mind, there is one question. How soon can I be in his arms again?

"Angelica, are you okay?"

"I'm doing fine. I must say better when I saw you and your sweet smile. I am worried I no longer know where the boundaries are; I seem to say things I shouldn't. And somehow ended up in your arms earlier."

"Do you hear me complaining?"

I joke and smile to calm her worries, but it doesn't seem to help.

"Angel, it was my pleasure to hold you close. I am sure it is improper to say or think about dating my employee, but I can't get you out of my thoughts. I want you to know whatever happens between us will never affect your job or reference if you choose to leave this job."

"Wait, did you say dating?"

"Nathan, why do you call me Angel?"

"Angel, you are constantly on my mind. I need no time to doubt or think about this. I want to date you; I can confidently say that you like me just as I do. Like, seem to tame for these feelings. You are an Angel to me because life seemed meaningless until I laid my eyes on you."

"It's kind of… a lot. I shouldn't have thrown myself in your arms, but I couldn't help myself. As inappropriate as it all should be, I must be honest. I haven't been able to get you out of my mind since I first saw you. I know it should be wrong on so many levels, but I don't seem to be able to care as I should. My behavior is unfitting both in actions and words."

"Oh, my Angel, don't think about how we should act. You know I want you, and I know you want me. We both have been unlucky in past relationships. Why should we suffer in silence as we desire to love again? Why not start with a date and see where it takes us? My dear, what do you say about a date, Friday?"

"I should say no. I should never have done many things I've done since I started working here, but with that said, I can't say no. I'd love to go out with you on Friday."

I feel like a teenager who just begged for a date with the school's hottest chic, and she said yes. Goddamn, This young woman is going to be mine, but first we are going on a date. I haven't been this happy in years. I can't think of anything that could make me happier than Angelica accepting.

"Angelica, I'm so happy to hear this. I can't wait until Friday."

I look at her and recall I left her alone with that asshole Brian.

"Please tell me, how did it go with Brian Sullivan?"

"He only wanted me back. His now wife, who's my ex-friend, had cheated on him, so I guess he thought I'd come running back now when he needed a girlfriend. Also, Amanda had done a number on the files and everything else; apparently, he noticed I did a good job, and Amanda didn't. I asked him to leave. I don't ever want to see him again."

"Wow, he is an even bigger schmuck than I thought."

As I uttered that, I couldn't hide the grin.

"Yeah, you are right about that. Let's forget about him, okay?"

"Gladly."

"Angel, we need to get some work done before this day ends."

I let my eyes travel over her fantastic body and lean in to whisper.

"I would love to hold you; I miss having you in my arms."

"Mr. Matthews, you are such a busy man you can't possibly have time to talk to me all day."

I whispered it near his ear as if I was telling him a secret, and as the words left my lips, I couldn't keep the mirth away.

He had a shocked facial expression as if I dared to talk to him like that, and with a moment's notice, he heartedly started to laugh as he turned and walked to his office.

I tilted my head and watched as he walked away.

Definitely, he has a nice ass and a hot body. I felt his bulging muscles when he held me in his office. He might be 18 years older; he doesn't look like 48 years old. I never knew I had a thing for older men, but I love that he is older. I don't mind men my age; after all, Dominic is too tempting as well. There is something special about Nathan.

If I am honest with myself, I want them both.