Julien couldn't believe his eyes of the vision kneeling in front of his office door.

Time stood still as he watched Annie, the woman who constantly consumed his every thought, and overwhelmed his senses. He had many sleepless nights due to his obsession with her.

His heart swelled inside his chest, a feeling he has never felt before.

She didn't look up as she struggled to gather the paper work in the file. Coming down on his haunches he clasped her cold hands in his, stilling her movements. She stiffened and ever so slowly looked up at him from beneath her long lashes.

A deep blush covered her face as he tilted her head up to his eye level.

He stared deeply into her dark blue eyes and pulled her up with him as he stood up tall never breaking eye contact. "Come in please." Pulling her with him into his office. Collecting the remaining paperwork from the floor, Julien trailed his gaze down the hall to see it anyone witnessed them.  But the halls were empty.

Closing the door and locking it, he turned to her as she watched him closely.

Walking to his sleek desk, he reached for a remote and pressed a button.   A moment later, the glass turned opaque, blocking the view from everyone on the main floor and ensuring them privacy. Annie glanced at the windows and her eyes widened. He placed the remote back and turned, approaching her slowly giving her a small smile, his gaze heated.

She stayed rooted to her spot as he took her hand and pulled her towards him.

Placing a finger under her chin up to his gaze. "How have you been?" He asked her softly. Holding her close to his body. She was stiff in his arms, wanting to ease her tension he started rubbing her back as his arms circled around her.

"Um...much better..." She replied in a small voice. Slowly her muscles started to relax to his touch as he brought her fully against his chest. Her hands slowly relaxed from their tight grip as she flattened them against his upper shoulders.

"Good..." Quirking an eyebrow at her. "So you're the messenger with the paperwork, I was expecting somebody else...it must be my lucky day..." Cupping her cheek.

She smiled and nodded.

Julien pulled her tighter to him and hugged her, his head in the crook of her neck. The light perfume she applied tickled his senses as he inhaled.

He kissed her racing pulse and smiled as she tilted her head slightly to the side. Finally she started to relax and loosen up. Each time they became intimate she accepted him a little easier which he was glad for.

"Thank you for the roses, they are beautiful." Pulling back to look at him.

His eyes twinkled in happiness. Bending down to place a light kiss to her nose he rested his forehead against hers.

"Beautiful roses for a beautiful lady..." Now his nose was touching hers. "What is your favorite color rose?" He asked, wondering if she liked what he chose, but for the future he would be certain to order her favorite color.

A big smile highlighted her features. "The deep pink color you sent me are my favorites." She answered. Julien's eyebrows rose, he couldn't believe it. Annie placed a sweet lingering kiss to his cheek. "Lucky guess, huh?" She teased pulling back.

Her kiss was sweet and genuine, and it made him want more.

"I'm glad I got it right the first try..." He winked, making her laugh.

Her kiss alone almost managed to unhinge him, her laughter consumed him, making him feel like he won first place in a contest. A small shiver worked it's way down his spine, his eyes closed briefly as he relished in the pleasure that her touch brought him.

"Come, let us sit." Leading her to the black L shaped couch in the center of his office. They sat and Julien pulled her closely wrapping his arm around her. She rested her head on his shoulder, as his other hand entwined in hers.

He still didn't understand the strange power she held over him, the fierce connection that blazed between them, but he accepted the fact that he had no control over it. They belonged together, feeling it in every bone in his body. She was made for him and he for her. They were meant to be. This woman he held was his, she belonged to him, and as long as he was alive he would keep her safe from any harm.

Annie's upper body was sprawled against his hard chest. If this was as close as he was getting to heaven then he would take it relishing in the feel of her. Closing his eyes he did not know how long they stayed like this nor did he care, all he knew is she completed him.

Annie pulled up and looked up at him giving him a small smile. "I probably need to go, I'm sure you still have work to finish up and I've taken up much of your time." Now fulling sitting up much to his dismay. Julien felt cold and empty without her, refusing to let go of her hand, his grip was strong as it kept her anchored to him.

"Don't go. Have lunch with me." He demanded not wanting to separate from her. The time they shared wasn't enough for him, desperately finding a way to keep her with him. Annie hesitated and looked away, the stiffness returning.

"We can't without anybody noticing..." She mumbled standing up now.

His hand still clutched hers as he tugged her down once again but this time she landed on his lap. A yelp of surprise left her as her lips parted. Gripping her hip, he shifted her to face him, chest to chest, his face mere inches from hers.

A strong sensation of déjà vu overcame him, recalling the same exact events when Annie landed on his lap, in the same exact position weeks ago. Glancing down at her softly parted lips he groaned as his other hand cupped the back of her head. His whole body tightened with need as her soft body pressed firmly against him.

The hand on her hip slide upwards to her waist under her light blouse. Julien caressed the silkiness of her soft skin and at the same time swooped his head down in hopes to steal a kiss, pulling her head closer to his.

Although her hands were clasped around his neck she didn't encourage nor discourage his advance and seeing she didn't push him away which she could easily have.

"Julien...." She moaned his name as if pleading him to close the gap between them. He trailed kisses along her jaw slowly, the suspense driving him insane but he wanted to go slowly and allow her time to adjust.

"We can't.." She moaned as she closed her eyes welcoming his kisses on her skin. Trying to fight the attraction between them was hard, he wanted her so badly, pulling back slightly he stared at her.

"Just one kiss duchess..." He asked pleadingly, she looked up, desire evident in her eyes. Julien closed the gap between them before she could protest further.

Molding his lips to hers, an explosion of electricity flowed through him as he kissed her. He felt the shudder that went through her as his lips assaulted hers asking for entrance to taste her. Keeping her lips compressed against his, she kissed him tentatively back and pulled away. Julien groaned as she withdrew slightly opening his eyes to the searing deep blue ones starring back at him.

A deep blush stained her cheeks and she had a dazed look of shock. "I've been wanting to do this from the day I first saw you.." Shifting her tighter against him.

Trying to wiggle away, he kept her glued to him as he crushed her to his chest. "Don't move..." He said in a tight voice, his arousal straining against his pants. The more she wiggled and moved on his lap the more aroused he became, making it difficult to regain control.

Noticing his discomfort Annie stopped moving and froze, looking down her eyes widened like saucers. "Duchess...look at me." He demanded, she shook her head. Allowing her to sit up, still she looked away unable to meet his gaze. Nudging her chin up, a look of shame and embarrassment etched her delicate features.

"I really need to go!" She says.

Before Julien could grab her once more Annie stood, spun around and headed straight for his office door. Julien couldn't have her leave, not like this. The last time few times she ran and avoided him, didn't end well for the both of them. Standing to his full height he followed her, his strides long and determined.

Becoming angry at himself, he knew he caused this wedge again. His self control was unraveling, threatening to hinder him merely from this woman. His greed took over his senses, simply touching her was not enough, his feeling for her were growing and becoming stronger.

And he wanted more.

Shaking his head angrily, Annie unlocked the bolt and twisted the knob.

Julien came up behind her and held the door closed with one arm above her head. Realizing the door didn't open Annie turned and looked him dead in the eyes.

"Let me out!" She demanded angrily. Julien lowered his arm and placed it close to her head still against the door and than the other side, caging her between his arms.

Annie's back flattened against his door trying to put more distance between them. Although they did not touch the desire between them was heavy in the air. The heat in the room suddenly felt too warm.

"Let me go..." She said more calmly. Julien shook his head at her.

"Never...you are mine." He growled. Annie looked rendered speechless at his declaration and looked away.

She needed to understand that fate brought them together and these feelings are bigger and more powerful then the both of them; Julien was not about to turn his back and walk away from the one person that completed him.

Annie still seemed shell shocked and at a loss. Letting everything out in the open from the beginning was the only way she would accustom herself to him. He would not hold anything back from her. "I have strong feelings for you and they grow more and more everyday. I am not about to let you walk out of here, and I know you feel the same. Why fight it?" He declared, challenging her to deny it.

It was a constant struggle to keep convincing her what was between them. This pent up attraction and desire they felt for one another would result in something they very well might regret. She fought him, pushed his limits and was denying him what he needed from her...everything. Wanting all of her, not just a kiss or a touch, and the sooner she realized it the easier it will be....
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