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Diego's POV

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I had a hectic morning.

This week had been packed with meetings and business diners. The most horrible part was that I was now in a position where so many people, even older men, somehow looked up to me.

I'd become some kind of role model whom they had expectations of. Also, unlike before, I couldn't ditch work like I wished or dress like I pleased. I couldn't just wear Polo and jeans, which I was used to. I hated putting on ties or suits. They made me feel suffocated.

I never thought about how stressful it would be to live this way. How come Stephano was so perfect in wearing suits and using ties two four seven? He made it look effortless. Even Kara would dress in formal attires Monday to Friday. Ugh.

"We have taken the semi finished products into consideration and have been carefully observing each production stage."

"Who are the target audience?" My assistant asked the team making their presentation about our newest investment which was still being tested and researched upon.

Blake, my assistant mostly usually did the talking. I couldn't be sure if I was slow in processing things but I knew I usually stared at the faces of everyone in the meeting without having an actual clue about whatever they were saying until after the meeting had been concluded, where my secretary would give me the recording to listen to the meeting again.

In a calmer setting that could help me think clearly without twenty something pair of eyes staring at me and awaiting my approval. Then I would tell my assistant the next step we would take.

That method had been working so far, but what if an issue that needed my attention ASAP arose and I froze in the meeting as usual, staring randomly at people while thinking of video games and how I could go home soon to wear casual clothes?

Ugh!

"The young adult and under thirty five." The supervisor who was speaking replied and continued his presentation when my phone pinged.

He slowly stopped speaking as he stared at me while I picked my phone.

It was a message from Adrian and I opened it quickly, wondering what she wanted to tell me.

Baby: *Hi love. I know the past few months have been hard for you and you've had to deal with me constantly running from you but I want to remind you that I love and cherish you very much. You're amazing and you deserve all the happiness in the world. Come home early, I'm taking you out for dinner. And I have a surprise for you after the dinner. Love you 💕*

A smile stretched on my lips as I reread the message again, and again, and again. I slowly read each line as if I couldn't comprehend her words, chuckling at her sweetness.

She was so sweet and my love for her had increased ever since we got back together two weeks ago.

"Uh, sir, Mr Morrison is asking if he can continue." My assistant asked in a hushed tone, his face close to mine and that made me look up at him in confusion until I realized the supervisor must've stopped talking when I picked my phone.

Apart from my assistant, there were other twenty something pairs of eyes staring at me and I couldn't care less what they were thinking.

And to think I'd been staring at it like an idiot, grinning at my phone. Only my Adriana would do this to me.

"Yes, continue." I dropped my phone and tried to focus on work, only succeeding partially as the day slowly went by. When the clock hit five, I shot out of my chair like my pants were on fire and instantly picked my suit jacket and phone, dashing towards the door.

During the ride back, I couldn't help but wonder where she would take me. Was it somewhere we'd been before? Come to think of it, I'd only ever taken her out once. I should rectify that.

When I got home, I quickly went into Adrian's room but she wasn't there. Frowning, I went to the kitchen but she also wasn't there.

I tensed for a bit, hoping she didn't leave again but shook my head and decided I had to trust her more. That was the only way this could work between us.

Tugging at what was left of my lose tie, I took it off my neck and walked into my room with a sigh, wondering where Adrian was. Her car was still parked outside. Did she take a tax-

My nostrils tingled at the sweet smell of strawberry in my room and I heaved a sigh of relief. She'd be here then.

"Adrian?" I called but got no response. A quick check in my bathroom told me she wasn't there and I resignedly walked into my walk in closet only to see Adrian standing in front of my jeans collection with a thoughtful look on her face.

I walked to her slowly and wrapped my arms around her, wondering how she didn't see me since she gave me her side profile from the door. "You're back." She murmured distractedly.

"What are you looking for?" I pecked her cheek and looked up at my clothes with a frown.

"I'm thinking of what you can wear but they all look the same right now. I take it we aren't going to a place where we need to be formally dressed?"

"I know you don't like formal clothes so you'll have to do with jeans and a nice t-shirt."

"You know?" I couldn't remember ever mentioning my hatred for formal clothes.

"Hmm. I noticed it from your expression."

"But I could make an exception for you if we're going to a posh diner-"

She turned around and searched my eyes. "No. You can wear whatever you want, as long as you're comfortable in it. What do you care about whatever anyone says? It's your clothes and your money. Besides, they could go fuck themselves if they think only people dressed in suit should dine with them." She went on her tippy toes and kissed my lips.

"Thank you." I chuckled when she leaned away.

"Always welcome. Besides, I think you'd look so fucking hot if you rocked some cool sneakers to work. You're the boss and we live in a modernized age so puhleaseeee."

I threw my head back in laughter. "I'll actually consider that. I hate ties."

"Okay boy, here's what I've picked out so far. Add this black ripped jeans and we're good to go. I'll go have a quick shower and dress up."

I stared at her retreating form as she walked out, feeling my erection throb painfully and I rolled my eyes. She only kissed me and rubbed on me a little yet I reacted to it this way.

I showered and put on my clothes. Then I checked my gmail for an important mail I was expecting and replied to it instantly, proceeding to give my PA the necessary instructions.

When I walked to the living room, Adrian was already waiting for me. Her make up was moderate and she'd done her hair up in this way that made her face look so pretty. She'd left some baby hair at the left side, curling it so it bobbed a little when she looked up.

My breath intake was harsh. I wished I could ditch this dinner and make love to her. When she looked up at me, her face stretched into a smile and she slowly got up. She was putting on a black top that had the same design as I what she'd picked out for me with skinny jeans and converse. The converse was black while she'd picked out black that had a bit of white design on it for me.

"Aren't you supposed to be wearing a gown?"

"Nope. We're matching outfits. Are you ready?"

"As ready as I'll ever be." I curved my elbow and she held it gently, looking up to steal a glance at me. "By the way, you look really pretty. There's this cuteness overload vibe I'm getting, maybe due to your dressing or something. You look sweet."

"And you look perfect." She purred.

She said she would drive us there but I would drive us back home. Even though I really wanted to do these little things for her, I let her drive us into town. She stopped in front of a complex.

"We're here."

I looked around. "I've never been here before."

"Same but their reviews are good and Kara recommended it. When are you going to visit her anyway? She complained you don't visit anymore and you forbade her from bringing Natalia over to your work place."

I heaved a sigh as I motioned for her to sit still till I went around to open the door on her side, which she did though with an eye roll. "Don't mind Kara. I'll visit her this weekend. She was worried that I was sick. She said she felt it and wanted to visit at all cost. When I said I was fine, she threatened to tell mom."

"Oh. It's probably the twins connection. I mean, you truly fell sick for a while."

"Right." I huffed as we walked side by side into the diner. We were approached by an elderly man who introduced himself as Marco and Adrian told him she'd made a reservation, which he quickly conformed.

He led us to our seats near the window where we could get a view of whatever was happening outside.

"What would you like to have Mr and Mrs Houston?" He looked from me to Adrian and my eyes bulged. Houston? I chuckled but said nothing while Adrian's cheeks enflamed. 

"We'll have a glass of water while going through the menu and call you- better still I'll go through it right now so we can order our meals straight up."

The man smiled warmly in return.

After a quick glance at the menu, "I'll have the Spanish pastries. It says here that the salted filling will contain meat, fish, and cheese."

"Yes, the filling is covered with a layer of dough. It's an amazing Spanish meal." The man replied.

"Great. I'll also have the Albondigas – Spanish Meatballs." She read the name awkwardly while the elderly man smiled. "With a bottle of champagne."

"Is that all Mrs Houston?"

"I'm not- uh, yes. That would be all. What would you have, darling?" She purred the last word with a knowing smile.

"I'll have what she's having with the Gambas Al Ajillo – Garlic Prawns."

"We'll be back shortly with your orders." He told us and we simultaneously thanked him.

"So...a Spanish diner?" I raised a brow.

"Yup. For a change. Or wait, do you not like it here?"

"It's nice. I'm just curious about their food."

"I am as well. But Kara told me this place is good and you know Kara loves food, with your mom being a great cook and all. So should I wait till after our meals before starting my confession?" She asked me with a blink.

"What confession? Did you do something I would be mad about?"

"Well not exactly. But, when I told you I was being stalked, I kind of lied." Her face contorted. "I just needed to be close to you so I didn't mind moving all my things and cohabiting with you based on a lie."

"I know." I chuckled.

She gasped. "What?"

"Yes, I knew all along. I sent someone to make findings. The feedback was a CCTV footage of you leaving your house daily and returning at noons for the past two months before you moved over to my place. There was no threat."

"Oh my god! You knew?" She bit her lower lip nervously.

"Yes. I figured out what you were up to anyway so I went along with it."

"Wow." She fanned her face. "Here I was thinking I'd gotten you where I wanted you while you saw through my lie the whole time and just let me feel like I was some cool person." She bit on her lower lip again, sucking it softly between her teeth.

"Sorry but it was necessary. Stop biting your lower lip, it's distracting." I stated hoarsely, unable to take my eyes away but thankfully, our orders came just then and we dug in.

The prawn was good. Properly marinaded. The sauce melted on my tongue the moment I chewed and I bit back a groan. I missed seafoods.

Adrian started with the meatballs and her eyes were bright as she ate. I couldn't resist taking a bite as I wondered if it was that good. Her reaction was totally necessary though because the meatball was 'that' good.

"This is nice." I murmured and leaned back to take a sip of my wine.

"Right? I'll give them a good review. And I just know I'll be stopping by here often even though their meals cost a ton."

"That's why you have me, your Mr Houston." I couldn't resist chuckling and she looked away, a smile tracing the sides of her lips.

"You should've corrected them." She murmured.

"Why didn't you?" I asked in return as I went back to my delicious meatballs.

"Everyone knows I'll do anything to be your Mrs." She murmured softly but didn't look up at me. I froze for two seconds.

Did she just say what I heard? The wheels began to turn in my head.

She would do anything to become my Mrs right? A smile spread on my face as I made a mental note to start planning a proposal. I was thinking she would want to wait for a bit longer but since she was as invested in this as much as I was, that would be great.

We finished our dinner over small talks and Adrian ordered takeout of the meals we'd just eaten. She paid too.

But I contacted my assistant to transfer triple that money back into her account. She loved taking care of me and I loved taking care of her too. End of story.

The ride back home was filled with sexual tension. I couldn't wait to be with her. And inside her. I shifted a little in my seat, suppressing a groan when her hand on my thigh moved up a little.

"Don't start what you won't be able to finish, Adriana." I warned her thickly and she slowly retracted her hand. I couldn't say if I loved or hated that.

"Let's have some dessert and watch a romantic movie?" She asked softly when we got back in and I nodded.

"Dessert would be great."

"I'll go change." She went on her tippy toes, brushing her breasts on my chest as she pecked me slowly before stepping back to give me a sultry look and walking to her room.

I walked into the room to change, feeling lightheaded as I took it off my sneakers and put away my wristwatch.

Then I stepped out and wondered what movie we could watch.

"What did you pick? I've brought blankets and chocolates." Adrian called from behind me. I turned around and my eyes bulged.

"What the...baby, come here." My tone softened as I trailed my eyes over her form. She was wearing that garter. The one I'd always wanted her to get. She'd brushed it off the few times I mentioned it so I couldn't be sure if she liked the idea or not. If not, I'd have ordered a few for her myself. I didn't want to look forceful since she didn't show interest.

She walked to me and I noted she had washed off her makeup.

"Turn around." I breathed. She did as asked, slowly. "Fuck, I don't think I'll be able to concentrate on any movie right now baby. You're killing me. This is so hot. You look so damn gorgeous." I tugged my lower lip between my teeth, biting it and imagining I was sucking on her delectable skin instead.

She giggled. "Thanks. Let's do something interesting. Let's dance." She proposed while going to lock the door and drop the curtains before turning on the LED lights.

I fixed these lights specifically

I got up, noting the sudden tightening of my pants. Turning the stations on my TV, she connected her phone Bluetooth to my home theatre.

"Are you familiar with this song?" She asked as the sound of drum beating softly began to fill the sitting room.

"No."

"It's titled 'Young and beautiful' by Lana Del Rey. I love this song because it gives off nineties vibes." She explained and twirled, looking so at ease that it made my heart hurt. She was so fucking gorgeous and I never knew I could fall deeper in love with her but I actually did.

Why were my eyes watering? Shit. I blinked rapidly and exhaled, stepping closer to her and puller her into me.

"I've seen the world, done it all, had my cake now,"

"Diamonds, brilliant, and Bel Air now," she twirled again and I caught her the second time, taking her hand as she started swaying her hips while singing along so I could hear the lyrics.

"Hot summer nights, mid-July, When you and I were forever wild,"

"The crazy days, city lights, The way you'd play with me like a child..." She looked sideways and looked back up at me as we fell into a dancing step. Ballet.

"Will you still love me when I'm no longer young and beautiful?" She cocked a brow questioningly, "Will you still love me when I got nothing but my aching soul?"

"I know you will, I know you will, I know that you will, Will you still love me when I'm no longer beautiful?" I twirled her around and caught her waist, loving the way she fit into me perfectly.

"I've seen the world, lit it up as my stage now, Channeling angels in the new age now,"

"Hot summer days, rock and roll, The way you'd play for me at your show, And all the ways I got to know Your pretty face and electric soul..." We separated and she did some sensual moves with her legs, her eyes never leaving mine. I never even knew she could dance. My heart swelled so much I felt like it would burst from my chest.

"Will you still love me when I'm no longer young and beautiful?" She asked as I pulled her back into my arms and made her stand on my feet so I could rock us sideways.

"Yes I will." I breathed.

"Will you still love me when I got nothing but my aching soul? She repeated along with the song.

"Definitely."

"I know you will, I know you will, I know that you will," she gave me a wholesome smile.

"Will you still love me when I'm no longer beautiful?"

Then she pulled back and hugged her chest. "Dear Lord, when I get to Heaven, Please let me bring my man," she smiled up at the ceiling.

"When he comes, tell me that you'll let him in Father, tell me if you can,"

"All that grace, all that body," her gaze darted over me, her eyes heated, "All that face makes me wanna party,"

"He's my sun, he makes me shine... like diamonds..."

She stepped back into my arms and looked up at me, "Will you still love me when I'm no longer young and beautiful?" She repeated.

"Yes love." I muttered thickly.

"Will you still love me when I got nothing but my aching soul?"

"Till my last breath." I whispered as she kept singing along.

"I know you will, I know you will, I know that you will..." Her face spread into a beautiful smile that made me give her my own smile in return.

"Will you still love me when I'm no longer beautiful?"

"Forever."

"Will you still love me when I'm no longer beautiful? Will you still love me when I'm not young and beautiful?" She ended and nuzzled into my chest as the song slowly ended.

"Let's not play anymore song, let's just enjoy the quiet for a bit, okay?"

She nodded. "Okay."

We moved in comfortable silence after she disconnected the Bluetooth, only for her to look up at me all of a sudden.

"I know I don't tell you as much as you tell me but I love you. With every breath I take. I adore you. I cherish you."

My breath hitched.

"You're amazing, Diego. You're strong, you're kind hearted. You're everything I can ever wish for." She licked my chest and bit my nipple through my chest.

"Adriana..." I groaned and pulled her closer, bending to kiss her sweet lips. She instantly reacted to my kiss, parting her lips so I could insert my tongue and caress each corner of her mouth. Impatiently, I reached for her ass and hoisted her up so she could wrap her legs around me.

"I want you so bad." She moaned against my lips and rotated her hips, dragging her core against my hardness wantonly.

"What about dessert?" I asked.

She gave me a deadpan expression. "Me or chocolates and movies?"

"You. Forever." I kissed her again and walked into my bedroom where we both exchanged promises with our words, actions, bodies and emotions tangling up.

When she slowly dozed off two and half hours later after we'd showered, I got out of bed and contacted Kara. She would be spending some time at home now because she was pregnant and knowing Stephano, company policies be damned, he wouldn't allow his wife to work while pregnant.

Diego: *Hey love, can we meet up on Saturday? I need your help with something.*

Baby sis♥️: *she's asleep, I'll tell her. And stop calling her your love.*

I rolled my eyes, knowing Stephano was the one replying Kara's message.

Diego: *what happened to personal privacy?*

Baby sis♥️: *we read each other's messages and pick each other's calls. There's no big deal.*

Diego: *we'll that's unhealthy. You should maintain some privacy at least. Give your partner the right to tell you some things without you snooping through each other's private things. It's a mobile phone for a reason, not a public landline.*

Baby sis: *♥️ yeah yeah. I'm sleepy. Go fix your relationship instead of lecturing me about mine.*

I glared at the phone screen and huffed, dropping my phone on the bedside.

Turning sideways, I pecked Adrian's forehead gently and felt her snuggle into me as she sighed. A smile crept up my face and I pulled her into me and shut my eyes, saying a short prayer of thanks for having her back at my side once again.

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One of my fave couples so far.