Harper's POV

My eyes opened slightly, my vision slowly adjusting to the darkroom. A small smile formed on my lips when I realised where I was. I shifted around slightly and found that I was pinned to the soft mattress by two strong arms that were wrapped around my waist in a vice-like grip, not that I minded when the arms belonged to Angel. He must have carried me to bed after id fell asleep on the sofa, god knows how many hours ago. I relished in the silence for a moment, allowing my mind to drift over today's events. Never would I have thought today would have ended like it had, with Angelo and me wrapped up in bed together.

I turned slightly so I could get a better look at the sleeping man next to me, god this man was something else. His usual clean-shaven jaw was covered in light stubble, and the lips that I had become so dangerously addicted to were slightly parted. He looked so much younger when he was asleep, not having to worry about the weight of an entire empire resting on his shoulders. My hands itched to touch him, but sleep was threatening to claim me again, nestling up to Angelo's chest I breathed in the scent of his body wash and aftershave. Closing my eyes, I let sleep take me, with a smile evidently on my face this time because I was in the arms of the man I was falling in love with.

I could smell bacon; the mouth-watering scent caused my stomach to rumble. Despite the large feast room service had given Angelo and me last night, I was starving and in much need of some breakfast. I sat up in the large bed and took a minute to admire the surroundings; the room was the same as it had been the last time I was here. But things felt different, well maybe because they were. Even though Angelo and I had admitted our feelings to each other, there was no clearly defined label as to what we were. But at the moment none of that mattered, I'd just spent the night in his arms, and I couldn't be any happier. There was nothing on this earth that could ruin my happy mood today, having a quick stretch and doing my best to sort my tangled mess of hair out with my fingers I made my way out to the kitchen, where the delicious scent of food was coming from.

The moment I rounded the corner to the kitchen, my mouth almost hit the floor. The sight before me should have been entirely illegal. Angelo cooking breakfast in just a pair of joggers that were dangerously low was a sight to behold. I knew I looked like I total freak staring at him like this, but I couldn't help myself, every well-defined muscle from his gorgeously tanned back to his abdominal region was on show and my god if I didn't know any better I'd think this man was carved from marble. If the smell of the food cooking weren't enough to start my mouth-watering, a shirtless Angelo defiantly would. Pulling myself together, I walked over to one of the chairs by the breakfast bar and perched myself on one.

"Didn't think you used this kitchen?" I hoped that my voice didn't betray how flustered I was feeling. Angelo turned to face me, a smile on his lips that could've melted my heart on the spot. Setting the pan down on the side, he walked over to me and pulled me into his arms. Using one of his fingers to tilt my chin up, he placed a small but passionate kiss on my lips. My arms snaked around his waist, and my head came to rest just below his collar bone , I savoured this intimate moment because I knew that we wouldn't be able to have times like this while we were in work , we were both busy with plans for the new hotel , moments like this would be a rarity. "How did you sleep?" His voice came out as a murmur, placing a kiss, on the top of my head, he walked back over to the pan he was using to cook breakfast.

" I think I had one of the best sleep's I've ever had; you have one seriously soft bed. It was like sleeping on a cloud. Oh and by the way I'm keeping the shirt I've become rather fond of it." I laugh, shooting him a sly smile.

He chuckled slightly, shaking his head. " I hope you're hungry; I've done us quite a feast."

I tried to catch a glimpse of what he was cooking but I couldn't, the only thing I had to go off was the glorious smells floating around the kitchen, " I'm defiantly hungry, it all smells so good."

"It won't be too long, coffee ?" He asked, walking towards the machine and turning it on.

" Yes, please." I smile to myself; I could get used to mornings like this.

The various plates of food that were in front of me were something else. Bacon and waffles, a large bowl of beautiful chopped up fruit and some Nutella on toast, as it was placed in front of me Angelo stated that he knew it was my favourite so I couldn't have a breakfast feast without it. The small gesture made me smile; I still couldn't believe how lucky I was to be sat here, enjoying this beautiful meal with Angelo.

"So, what's the plan today. Don't we need to go to work ?" I asked

" Well, go in some time after lunch." He began " I don't want to burst out little bubble yet, I'm enjoying it too much." He'd gotten up from the breakfast bar and wrapped his arms around me, at this point, I couldn't give a damn if I never left this penthouse again. I nestled closer into his chest; I was happy and content with life for the first time in a long time.

"Have you finished your food ?" I gave him a small nod and then suddenly I'm being lifted bridal style and on my way back to Angelo's bedroom.

I landed on the bed with a small thud, beside me, the bed dipped slightly as Angelo lowered his body down onto the soft mattress beside me. I sat up slightly and shuffled over to him. My head was resting on his shoulder, and my arm wrapped around his stomach. We led like that for a while, casual conversation flowing between us like it always did while his hand traced small patterns on the small of my back.

I must have dropped off because a while later I was being nudged awake, I groaned out of distaste for being woken back up when I was so comfy and warm. " Love you've got to wake up, we need to go to the office for a while. Your clothes are on the chair along with a towel, feel free to use the shower. I'll wait for you in the living room." He placed a small kiss on my cheek, and I listened as his footsteps got quieter as he walked into the living room. The thought of skipping work and staying in bed was at the forefront of my mind, but I knew that the work that needed doing was too important to miss. Reluctantly I dragged myself from what I had now decided was the worlds comfiest bed and made my way over to the shower.

Twenty minutes later and I was ready, I was quite proud of my appearance seeing as I had none of my makeup or other usual appliances I looked half decent. Picking up my glasses from the bedside table, I made my way into the living room to meet Angelo. "I'm ready, sorry I took so long."

"Nonsense, don't apologise. You're worth the wait." He replied, my insides almost melted. God, I hope I'm not blushing. " The cars outside, as much as I'd love to keep us locked up in here for the rest of the day business waits for no one." His voice seemed a little sad; I guess he felt the same way as me. Offering me his arm, I gladly took it as we walked towards the lift that would take us back down to reality.

I spent the journey to work glued to Angelo's side, not wanting to separate from him until we had to. His arm was around my waist, and our free hands were entwined with each other. The moment the building became visible, the mood in the back of the limo plummeted, neither of us wanted to be away from the other, but it was a reality we had to face. "You ready for this?" His voice broke me out of my depressing thought.

I let out a deep sigh, "I guess so." Before he had the chance to leave the limo, I pulled his face towards mine and planted a kiss on his lips. His arms immediately Locked around my waist, and a deep groan came from the back of his throat. Our tongues fought for dominance, but I quickly submitted, letting him take full control.

When we both reluctantly pulled away my whole body felt like it was shaking, I looked up at Angelo through my lashes and his eyes were locked on me. You could almost see the cloud of lust in his beautiful blue eyes, making them dangerously dark. I wanted to push him, to see how far he would take things in the close confines of the back of the limo. I was so close to just throwing myself back into his arms, but then I remembered where we were and what we both needed to do and pushed the thought to the back of my mind. Shooting a sly smile at Angelo, I opened the door to the limo and made my way towards the building.

Two hours into work and I could have slammed my face into my desk, I loved my job, and I was having so much fun, looking at various interior designers that Angelo's company had worked with on various other projects. It was my job to look through all of their portfolio's and decide which one I thought would fit the hotel the best. However, the four files in front of me looked less than appealing; my mind was stuck on what nearly happened in the limo an hour or so ago. I knew I needed to concentrate, but I couldn't stop thinking about Angelo and that perfect mouth of his.

Snap out of it, Harper! I mentally screamed at myself, there's a time, and a place to be having erotic thoughts about Angelo and the office isn't one of them. Shaking my head as if the gesture would help I dove into the first file.

A few hours later, I had narrowed it down to 2 different companies, luxury interiors and another very obnoxious company called decadence. Just as I was about to stand up to make my way into Angelo's office, he came in through the door. "How's the search going?" He asked, lowering himself down into one of the chairs.

" I've narrowed it down to two companies, luxury interiors and decadence. I couldn't narrow it down to just one."

" You've chosen some outstanding companies, I'm proud. We'll go through them both tomorrow; it's time to leave now it's almost 5."

"Okay cool, let me just get my coat."

" I hope you don't mind, but you'll have to spend the night at home tonight. I've got a night meeting with the head of the building company to work out an estimation on when the hotel will be finished."

I was a little disappointed, but I knew I couldn't complain, "yeah sure, that's fine, I'm sure my nan wants to see me anyway."

We walked down to the limo together; I had to keep my hands occupied because I wanted nothing more than to grab hold of his hand and entwine his fingers with mine. Sat in the back of the limo we could finally be together, I gave him a small peck on the cheek and rested my head on his shoulder and let out a sigh of relief. " I'm going to miss you tonight" He murmured as he brushed some stray hair behind my ear.

"I'm going to miss you too; there's going to be other nights. This meeting's important; you can't blow it off for a night in with me. I'm not going anywhere." My reply came like a searing kiss; it felt like I was having an out of body experience, god this man can kiss.

We only broke apart when the car came to a stop outside my house. "I'll be outside at 8: 30, sleep well love the ill text you when I can."

"I hope your meeting goes well." My voice was coming out slightly breathy, still not fully recovered from the mind-blowing kiss.

" I'll see you in the morning."

" Bye," I replied as I slipped out of the car.

I watched as the black vehicle disappeared in the distance, a piece of my heart going with it. I knew at that moment that I'd go anywhere for that man. I was utterly and undeniably in love with Angelo Deluca.

"Hi, nan I'm home," I shout as I walk through the door, throwing my bag and shoes down in the corridor.

" Hi dear, food will be done in 45 minutes. I want to know all about that business meeting you had last night."

"Sure, I'll tell you over dinner." Okay I lied, I didn't exactly tell my nan about Angelo and me, I told her I was staying at his but because we had a late-night business meeting and I didn't know what time we'd be finishing. As I was walking up the stairs, my phone pinged. My heart fluttered a little, thinking that the sender was Angelo, but god I couldn't have been more wrong.

To: Harper

From: Unknown

I know who you are. You're just a cheap little slut

That slept with old rich men for money. If you don't leave Angelo

Alone, the whole town will know your secret.

Below the message was a photo of me in my work outfit, sat with one of the regulars I used to talk to before I met Angelo. Captioning the photo in red writing was Harper Dawson, the town whore.

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