Friday, July 6th, 2018

Ryder's POV

Of all people, Kimberly Forester.

"Why did you kiss me?! You twat! Now, I have lip cooties!! I hope Liam did not see this because you ruined my chances with him! You, inconsiderate jerk!!"

She started using her hands to try and wipe my kiss from her mouth as she hobbled to the bathroom. I need to get out of here fast. I'll never hear the end of this, and I need to apologize to Liam.

Kim's POV

I bent my head down as far as I could to the bathroom sink and splashed water on my mouth. Ewww, I was kissed by Ryder Ellis. Although, he is an excellent kisser. Nonetheless, he is an Ellis. Women were looking at me like I was crazy.

"What are you looking at?! I was kissed by Ryder Ellis!!!"

"Oh my gosh?! What is that like? He is sexy as heck! I have always wanted his lips on mine! And, his hands...." One of the girls yelled.

"It was wonderful. The way our heads moved in sync, and the way he held.... Ewww!! Ryder Ellis kissed me!!" I resumed trying to wash it off.

"You're so lucky to be kissed by him. He's so dreamy and hot."

"Again, ewww. He's all yours. I can't stand him."

"You're weird for not liking one of the sexiest bachelors in the United States," another one of the women said as they exited out of the bathroom.

"And, you're all delusional!" Whatever! They just don't understand. I was kissed by an Ellis. I then took a paper towel, wet it, and starting wiping my tongue because I let his tongue in my mouth! Liam is going to hate me.

After I finishing trying to wash my mouth, I went to find Liam. My ankle was starting to really hurt. Liam was standing at the same spot I left him.

"Liam, I'm sorry about what happened. It was absolutely a mistake. I can't stand him. I hope this won't change how you feel about me."

"Why would that change how I feel? I know it was not your fault. I will be chatting with Ryder about his actions. So, how about tomorrow I come over to your house and cater to you? I know your ankle has to be hurting."

"Yes, it is hurting like crazy. And, I would really like that. There's our limo." Liam helped me in the limo, then we left for my house.

Saturday, July 7th, 2018

Ryder's POV

Liam sent me a text, and I told him to come over to my house.

Ryley and I are lounging by the pool. She's talking on her phone to my mother. I heard Liam pull up to my house. So, I texted him to come through the back because we are by the pool.

Liam didn't seem mad, but maybe Ryley's presence has something to do with that. "Uncle Liam!!" Ryley ditched her phone and ran to Liam.

"Hi, princess. My, you get prettier every time I see you."

"Thank you, Uncle Liam. I miss you."

"You're welcome, sweetheart. And, I miss you too. Now, I need to talk with your daddy about something."

Ryley got down from Liam's arms and ran to her phone.

"Ryder, if Kimi and your family are rivals, why did you kiss her?"

"Liam, it was a mistake. One of my friend's sisters is stalking me. I have told her over and over that, I am not romantically interested in her. She won't take a hint. I was on my way out when I heard her calling my name. I didn't think, I just acted and kissed the first woman that was near me. I didn't realize it was Kimberly Forester until after the kiss. Trust me, I don't like her."

I don't like her, but that kiss was heavenly. She fit perfectly in my arms. And, those lips - I just want to.... Eww, now I feel the need to rinse my mouth.

"Good, because I want her for me. You know if I have parties, she will be there, right?" Liam arched his eyebrows.

"As long as we are nowhere near each other, it will not be a problem. Excuse me, Liam." I ran in the house to the bathroom and washed my mouth with soap. Eww, I kissed Kimberly Forester!

Kim's POV

Liam texted that he is on his way. Thankfully, he is not allergic to pets, otherwise, we would be an issue.

About 30 minutes after he sent the text, I heard him pull up. I hobbled to the door to open it.

He stepped out with a bouquet of flowers in one hand. And, a bottle of wine in the other.

"Welcome to Kimi's Manor. Nice ride you have there."

"Thank you. Nice rides you have too."

"Thanks. Black and blue are my favorite colors for SUVs. Make yourself at home. I would give you a tour, but my ankle has been bothering me since we left the Gala."

Liam followed me into my living room.

"We can save the tour for later."

My babies ran into the living room.

"Arf! Arf!"

"Meow!"

They both started sniffing Liam's leg. "They are checking you out first. My kitty is named Fluffy. And, my puppy is Snowflake."

"They are adorable."

"Thanks. I started feeling lonely in this big house. I just recently adopted them from an animal shelter. And, they get along so well. I bought them individual beds, but they sleep in the same one. My babies are inseparable."

"I had a chat with Mr. Ryder, and he said he made a mistake. I'm going to ask you the same thing I asked him. I like you a lot. I like to have parties at my condo, and I want you to come. Ryder will be there also. He's like family to me."

"Listen, I understand. You knew him longer than me. As long as we are nowhere near each other, it's not a problem. And, I like you a lot too."

"Good, I would like my girl and friend to be there with me."

"Oh, I'm your girl now?" I had to kid him.

"Darn right. I'm staking my claim, Ms. Forester."

"Well, as your 'girl' we can only make out, cuddle, or kiss. That's it. Sex is for after I say, 'I do.' I'm petrified that I will get hurt again."

"I can respect that. It will not be a problem. As a matter of fact, I am having a party next Saturday. I'll come to get you."

"I'm looking forward to it. Now, I know you are not waiting for an invite to kiss me. I don't bite, and I am not shy."

I grabbed Liam's shirt and pulled him into a kiss.

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Liam and I had a blast. He fixed lunch for us. There was enough for us to eat for dinner also. I watched a shirtless Liam swim in my pool - yummy. He even took Snowflake for a walk around the block.

We are now watching television. Well, I am watching television. Liam fell asleep in my lap. Fluffy and Snowflake are also asleep in my lap.

I started running my hand through Liam's hair and caressing his cheeks. I just hope that I live up to his expectations. He is also older than I am - 35 years old. Again, I don't care. He opened his eyes.

"I hate to wake you up, but I need to go to the bathroom. If you don't feel like driving home, you can sleep in the bedroom on this floor. Or, take one upstairs."

Liam sat up. "Sorry. Thanks for the offer. I'll take the one on this floor. And, I'll make you breakfast in the morning. What about you? I'm not going to let you hobble upstairs. I'll carry you."

"Aren't you sweet?" Liam told me to wrap my arms around his neck. Then, he lifted me up and carried me to my room upstairs.

"Good night, Liam."

"Good night, Kimi." Liam left my room and went back downstairs. I hobbled to my bathroom first. After I was finished, I went right to bed.

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Sunday, July 8th, 2018

I smelled bacon and eggs, coming from the kitchen. And, Starbucks coffee. Yummy. I got up and did my daily routine in the bathroom.

Once I was done, I changed into my outfit for the day and walked downstairs. Snowflake and Fluffy were eating their breakfast. Liam was at the stove, making pancakes too.

"Good morning, Mr. Spencer." I hobbled over to where Liam was standing. He leaned down and kissed me.

"Good morning, Ms. Forester. Breakfast is almost done. Would you like some company today?"

"I would love some company today."

"Have a seat. After breakfast, I'll go home to take a shower and change clothes. Then, I'll be right back."

I took one bite of the pancakes and started moaning. "Oh my gosh, these are delicious. Is the recipe a secret?"

"No, it's not. I added cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla extract."

"You know you are going to have to make these every weekend, right?"

"Hmm, every weekend, ma'am?"

"Yup. Every weekend. I'm spoiled. Not many women can say they have a 'cooking man.'"

"I'm glad you approve. Cooking is a passion of mine. I used to watch my mother and grandmother cook in the kitchen. So, I did a double major in college."

"Thank your mom and grandmother for me. You learned well. I like cooking too. Once my ankle is healed, I'll cook for you."

"I'm looking forward to it."

After we finished breakfast, Liam cleaned the dishes. Then, he carried me to the couch.

"I'll be back in an hour."

"My house keys are on the coffee table, just in case I may have fallen asleep."

Liam grabbed my keys, then he left. After that breakfast that we ate, I'm starting to feel sleepy.

As promised, Liam returned back to my house, so fresh and so clean. We then enjoyed the rest of the weekend.

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Monday, July 9th, 2018

Liam stayed with me on Sunday too. I know we have known each other since the Gala, but he is really sweet. He even made lunch for me today.

I am sitting comfortably in my home office, working away. I have been communicating by phone and email to my personal assistant. I don't bother her with trivial things I can do, like get coffee, food, etc.

After replying to all of my emails, I heard a loud knock on my front door. Who lost their mind, banging on my door like that?! I grabbed my crutches, then slowly walked to the door. I am seriously about to rip their hands off.

"Who are you? And, why are you banging your fists on my front door like you lost your mind?!"

"I could be your worst nightmare if you don't leave Ryder Ellis alone. He's mine."

"First off, you have the audacity to step to my front door, threatening me?! And, second of all Ryder Ellis means nothing to me!"

"That's not what that kiss looked like at the gala."

"You have 5 seconds to get off my property. I will be calling the police."

I sure did slam the door in her face. It's time to pay Mr. Ellis a visit!

Ryder's POV

Even though time seems to be dragging at work today, I was able to get quite a bit done. I placed my award on my award shelf. My office phone rang, so I answered it.

"Mr. Ellis, Kimberly Forester is here. And, she is none too pleased with you. She demands to talk to you immediately."

"Send her in, Stacey."

Why is she here? And, what does she want?

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