Chapter 1. Attraction
" Adam, Olivia will be here soon. She is a difficult child." Evangeline Hunter or soon to be Mrs. Duston spoke in a apologetic voice.
“ Don’t apologize, we are going to be family soon. She must be a lovely child. I don't mind waiting, after all she will be my daughter” Adam Duston smiled softly at her, erasing all the traces of unease in her heart. Sensing his care, Evangeline smiled softly making her sharp features seem delicate.
Xavier Duston, who was sat silently by the side cringed at his father's words. He had seen his father sleep with countless number of women after his mother’s demise. All of them had been one-night stands and not even a single lady managed to catch his father’s eyes. He had not seen Evangeline sleep with his father and he didn’t know why his father was dead set on marrying her.
Evangeline Hunter is no ordinary woman. She is the acting CEO of Hunter corporation, the only company that was on equal standing with Duston corporation. After her husband’s death, she was the one who took hold of the reins of Hunter corporation and he had to admit that the lady had done an excellent job for the Hunter corporation is a well known name across the world.
Dressed in a deep wine red frock that covered her entirely, Evangeline Hunter seemed to the epitome of grace and elegance. Even in her late forties, she had looks that can rival with those in their late twenties.
She had a harmless smile on her face and it was precisely this smile that scared the s**t out of Xavier. He always believed that there was something scary about a woman who smiles in silence with a profound look in her eyes. Professionally, he held a deep respect for her and personally he had no qualms about her sudden addition into the Duston family.
Whether this marital bond is out of romance or solely for strengthening of their business, he was not sure and he was never the judgemental one.
Xavier never cared about his father’s personal affairs. There was no strong relation between the son and the father and he preferred it to be that way. It is only out of obligation that he agreed to attend this family meeting.
Initially he was bored to death but now the situation has been reversed.
He was the first one to arrive to this place, soon followed by his father and Evangeline. He heard that Evangeline had a daughter, Olivia, his soon to be step-sister.
Wild, rebellious and clever- these were the terms that are associated with Olivia Hunter. Not much was known about her looks as she never made her appearance in public. She was a mystery.
It was rumored that she helped her mother in business and that she was craftier than her mother.
Xavier was never the rebellious type and he never went head on with his father. Going against his father was a futile effort and being the wise man he was he realized this fact early in his life. He personally enjoyed business and the good thing is that his interests never collided with his father's.
Rumors are that Olivia never listened to her mother without putting up a fight. The fact that the girl still fights knowing that she will lose made Xavier wonder if the girl was stubborn or stupid or both.
An hour had passed but not even a trace of Olivia could be seen.
As the minutes ticked by, Evangeline’s face turned bitter and the frown on her face deepened. Xavier glanced at his father but there no trace of impatience or disappointment. Once again, he applauded his father’s patience, the trait which managed to make him the best businessman of all times.
Anyways, Xavier was in no hurry as he was now thoroughly intrigued by Olivia Hunter. With all the patience in the world, he leisurely sipped the wine as the soft music continued to play in the room.
Clank! Clank!
The sharp sounds of the pointed heels caught the attention of the trio in the VIP room and they collectively lifted their heads towards the direction of the sounds.
As soon as Xavier’s eyes fell on the person walking towards them, his movements stilled and his breathing stalled for a moment.
He slept with many women, more than what he could count and remember. This time he could tell that she was different. He could feel it, he felt his heart scream ' She's the one!'
His emerald green eyes scanned the alluring woman who is the definition of walking sin. The black silk dress hugged her hourglass figure like a second skin. The sweetheart neck exposed a delicious amount of her soft cleavage. Her breasts were neither too big nor too small. With his experience with the ladies, Xavier was sure that they are B cupped and he wondered how they would feel in his hands.
The dress ended at her mid thigh accentuating her long legs. At the sight of those made-for-s*x legs, he felt his groin twitch with excitement.
She had a curvy waist and long midnight black hair which danced around her.
She had a well sculpted nose and plump red lips which he badly wanted to sample. He was sure that those lips would taste anything but divine.
She was not the prettiest, but she had an air of confidence around her which made her look enchanting and evil, a deadly combination which can make men go bonkers.
She was beautiful, extremely beautiful in his eyes.
To put it simply, at the very moment his eyes fell on her, Xavier felt a primal desire in his heart. It was the reaction of a hot blooded male when he finds his mate.
' Mine! Only mine!' Xavier's eyes darkened as he declared in his heart.
Very soon his breathing became labored and a visible bulge appeared in his pants, which he failed to notice.
She was a few steps away from them and Xavier found himself unable to tear his eyes from her as she shot a smile at Evangeline, while the latter frowned.
“ Olivia dear, come and apologize to your father.” Evangeline chastised, making Olivia’s smile widen further if it was possible.
“ Mr.Duston, I apologize for my behavior and it’s a pleasure meeting you.” Olivia smiled politely while shaking her hands with Adam Duston.
‘ The husky bedroom voice!’ Xavier took in a deep breath to control his throbbing member and somersaulting heart, his eyes never leaving the woman of his dreams.
“ No need to apologize, dear. The pleasure is all mine and welcome to the family, Olivia.” Adam Duston spoke in his usual business tone, the look in eyes softening by a small degree.
Xavier was not able to make head or tails of the ongoing conversation as the name Olivia repeatedly played in his mind like a broken tape recorder. As the daze in his eyes cleared, a shocking realization dawned upon him.
‘ f**k! She is your step-sister!’ His mind chastised him.
‘ You are not blood-related and there’s no harm if the feelings are mutual.’ His heart encouraged him.
Xavier took in a deep breath to make his voice sound normal. In a spur of moment, he voiced his doubts.
“ Are you Olivia Hunter?”
Olivia did not clearly observe the third person in the room, so she was stunned when she heard someone address her. A shiver spread through her spine when a hoarse and sexy make-my-knees-go-weak voice sounded beside her, making her turn abruptly.
She thought that the voice was damn sexy but she felt no words to describe the man before her. He was dressed in navy blue suit which hugged his abs and flaunted his broad shoulders. He was extremely handsome, but what took her breath away is his emerald green eyes.
On the other hand, even Xavier felt dazed when a pair of grey eyes stare into his green orbs haltingly. He had never seen such mesmerizing eyes, eyes which drown your soul.
When he was admiring her eyes, he heard her say " Yes, I am Olivia Hunter. You are Mr?"
" Xavier Hunter." he promptly answered all the while carefully observing her reaction.
On hearing his name, a flash of disappointment passed through her eyes which did not go unnoticed by him.
On seeing her obvious regret, a surge of happiness floated in Xavier's heart. She seemed to be interested in him, which he was going to confirm now.
Olivia had never met a man who could turn her on by his looks, she was genuinely smitten by him. But, when she heard that the man was her step-brother, she felt sad. She had no problems even if he was the step-brother but she was unsure of his thoughts of her.
Just when she was wondering of how to make sure of his intentions, she felt a warm hand take hold of hers. She lifted her head only to find Xavier bend down to kiss her hand, all the time his eyes never leaving hers. The touch of his warm lips on her skin sent tingles in her body whereas the smoldering look in his eyes made her body heat up.
" You are looking lovely." Breaking the contact with her skin, Xavier articulated each and every word clearly.
At his obvious compliment, a faint blush painted her cheeks. Feeling butterflies in her stomach, Olivia subconsciously lowered her eyes only to meet with the tent in his pants. Her almond shaped eyes widened at the sight of the visible arousal.
She lifted her head and her heart soared at the sight of his darkened eyes, eyes which are shrouded in a veil of lust.
" Olivia, he's your step-brother, Xavier. I hope you both get along." Evangeline spoke hopefully, and much to her surprise Olivia actually agreed.
"I will, mother." she nodded at a stunned Evangeline before she turned to face Xavier "I look forward to spend time with you, Xavier." Licking her dry lips, Olivia spoke earning a low grunt from Xavier. He was able to see through her, she was feeling the same lust towards him similar to the way he desired her.
" Well then, let's start dinner." Adam Duston announced oblivious to the amorous atmosphere between the two.
Adam and Evangeline sat beside each other while Olivia and Xavier sat beside each other.
After the prayer, the dinner started with lavish and mouth watering dishes. Occasionally chatting while eating, Adam and Evangeline started to enjoy each other's company.
Olivia who had a penchant for eating had her attention solely focused on the dishes completely forgetting the male specimen beside her. With stuffed cheeks, she looked like a squirrel.
Xavier who was silently observing her out of the corner of his eyes, took in this scene and felt that she was extremely cute. This innocent look of hers further aroused him.
Not caring for the consequences, he grabbed her naked thigh under the table.
Olivia who was so engrossed in eating, dropped her fork when she felt a warm hand slowly ascending her thighs.