Like No Other Man

Chapter 5

"Oh my gosh, Charli!" Ashley screeched as she ran into my arms.

I was barely halfway into my office when I heard a screech and looked up to see Ashley running towards me in six-inch heels.

I caught her in my arms just in time and she tightly hugged me.

"We have lots to talk about!" She said and quickly pushed me into the office.

She closed the door and I shook my head at her, taking a seat on the white cushioned couch.

"You will not believe what happened to me." Ashley started and took a seat beside me.

I didn't have to say a word as she began to talk about her experience at a new club.

I nodded my head at everything, humming at things. My mind though was completely somewhere else.

It's been a week since I've seen or talked to Luca. We mainly exchanged things with either Mateo or Grace.

He was building a case against Mr. Carlson and hopefully he'll be able to turn it in a couple of days.

Other than the case, we didn't exist in each other's lives. Not a problem.

But there was a problem. My dreams have been consumed by a handsome face that has so many things under his physical appearance. I've had many hot, steamy dreams about him.

How he'd take me on every surface, whispering things into my ear. How amazing it'll feel to have him deep in me with his large bulky body above mine. How I'd be able to see all his tattoos and touch them and kiss them. It was tormenting.

"Charli!" Ashley suddenly screamed frightening me.

I jumped up and froze. I looked up to see Ashley blinking at me.

"I'm sorry, what?" I asked,

Ashley sighed and leaned back.

"I'm so sorry for not listening. I was in the beginning, but I kind of dozed off." I apologized,

"It's ok. At least this time I had a person here to talk my things to instead of sitting at my desk all alone, looking like a crazy person." She said, making us both chuckle.

"So, tell me what's going on in that head of yours." Ashley said,

I sighed and shook my head.

"You don't want to know." I muttered,

"No, come on. Tell me." She began to whine, and I knew if I didn't talk, she'd bug me until I broke.

"I met this guy. He's... he's a friend of Mateo and is a lawyer." I started,

"Oh really. What's his name?" Ashley asked,

I shook my head and stretched my limps.

"You wouldn't know him he's a private lawyer. Very confidential apparently and not many people know of him, but his name is Luca Derain." I said,

"Yeah, you're right. I don't know him." She said,

"Yes well, the first three days we saw each other. One night he came to my house and made dinner. A lot happened that night. We talked and talked, getting to know each other. Now I can't stop thinking about him." I sighed,

Ashley was quiet for a moment, nodding her head to herself.

"Wow, that's the most thrilling and interesting that has happened to you in a while." She stated and I smacked her.

"Look, I know is that you have to live, or you'll just grow old and regret those life changing moments. This guy sounds really promising and I think you should contact him and meet up." She sighed,

I nodded my head, my mind still going over her words.

"Thanks Ashley. I'm glad I have you as a friend." I said,

She smiled at me and we quickly hugged.

We talked some more before she left to do work and so did I.

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"Charli!" Grace said and pulled me into a hug.

"Hey Grace." I said and entered their house.

She closed the door behind me, and we walked into the kitchen where she was making pie.

I watched as she walked around the kitchen dressed in a short dress and heels and a huge smile on her face.

"Whoa, what has you all excited and happy?" I asked,

"Oh, we got great news." She giggled and twirled around.

"Luca came today and told us that he put in the file. Someone is checking it and it'll be made into a case. Mr. Carlson will be notified two days from now and the case will start from then on... and Mateo and I have been having some mind-blowing s*x these days." Grace explained, grinning from ear to ear.

I gagged at hearing about my brother's s*x news. He didn't know about mine which was nonexistent, and I didn't know about his that was lively as I was just informed.

"Finally, after he's gone, I'll finally be able to do my thing and enjoy my life." She sighed,

I smiled at her and we hugged. I congratulated her and stayed for some pie.

I sat at the island, watching Grace pull the pie out. Suddenly, Mateo showed up soaking in sweat.

"Hey baby." Mateo said unaware of my presence in the room.

He pulled Grace towards him and kisses her passionately.

I wouldn't have been that bothered because I've seen them kiss numerous times, but I watched in horror as his hands slowly disappeared up her dress, making her giggle.

He lowly chuckled and picked her up.

"How's the most beautiful woman in the world?" Mateo huskily asked,

"I was doing fine until you came in sexing Grace up." I said,

"Jesus, Charli!" He screeched and nearly dropped Grace.

"What are you doing here?" He asked, setting Grace down.

"I came for a visit. Congrats on the good news." I said,

"Thanks." He said and leaned against the counter.

"So, why are you sweating so much?" I asked, motioning to his soaked while beater and pants.

"Luca and I just came from the gym. We decided to lift some weights. He's helping me get back in shape." Mateo said and flexed his muscles.

"Is he gone?" I asked, referring to Luca.

"No. Luca!" Mateo yelled,

I heard heavy footsteps steadily walk towards the kitchen. Looking up, I nearly drooled.

Unlike Mateo, seeing Luca covered in sweat turned me on. His hair was soak and clung to his face. He was wearing a wife beater and basketball pants.

He held a water bottle in his hand, and I watched like a creep as he uncapped it and drank from it.

At that moment, I wanted nothing more than to be that bottle. To feel his lips against mine as he hungrily drank from me.

Ok, got to calm down before I jump the guy.

He finished the water and threw into the nearby trash. His dark eyes suddenly snapped over to me and they were momentarily surprised.

"Charli, nice seeing you again." He said,

"Nice to see you too." I replied,

He leaned against the counter and we both listened as Grace and Mateo. I couldn't help, but glance and him occasionally and our eyes met.

He winked at me and I looked away, trying not to pay mind to him as he lowly laughed.

Real smooth, Charli. Real smooth.

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"Mommy!" Jonah screamed as he ran out the school.

He got into the backseat and immediately buckled up before he began to talk.

"Hey baby. How was your day at school?" I asked as we pulled off.

"It was amazing! We had a guest speaker today and he taught us how the lamp works!" Jonah said and went on about what else the man taught them.

I nodded my head and responded to things as I drove us home.

I nodded my head as he spoke about his day, but in the corner of my mind I was thinking of someone else.