Chapter 26 26 Chapter 26 - Interrupted Passion Monica's POV My boss's voice cut through the office noise as he called my name. I turned, expecting another pile of work to land on my desk. "Yes, Mr. Lorenzo?" "Close the door and come here. I shut the door behind me and walked toward him. He sat on that leather couch-the same one that haunted my thoughts with dangerous possibilities. Morris looked worn down, his elbows pressed against his knees, head hanging low. The urge to comfort him, to run my fingers through his dark hair, nearly overwhelmed me. But I held back. His touch always shattered my self-control. Even the briefest contact sent fire racing through my veins, making my body ache for more. This man's effect on me defied all logic. He rose and pulled me close, his arms circling my waist. This embrace felt different-tender, protective, loving. Unlike our usual heated encounters, this warmth spread through my chest. like honey. His lips found my shoulder, pressing a soft kiss there before his breath tickled my ear. "I don't know where we're heading with all this..." Thinking he meant the audit stress, I reached up to stroke his hair, trying to soothe him. "Don't worry, Morris. Everything will work out." He exhaled slowly and began trailing kisses across my shoulders, up my neck. When he reached my ear, he nipped gently, then sucked, making me gasp. His mouth continued its journey until he claimed my lips. What began as something sweet and gentle quickly turned hungry. His tongue invaded my mouth, and I responded with equal fervor. We moved together in perfect rhythm until he spun us around, lowering me onto the couch beneath his solid weight. His hardness pressed against me, and I was already melting for him. Morris's hands roamed my sides, rising to cup my breasts through my shirt. He felt my nipples harden under his touch and lifted his head with a wicked smile. "Time to see what's been hiding under this shirt before these buttons give up." He captured my mouth again while increasing the delicious friction between us. His lips moved to my neck, finding the first button of my blouse. < 26 Chapter 26 - Interrupted Passion In one smooth motion, he switched our positions, pulling me onto his lap. The pressure of him against me made me close my eyes and moan as he moved beneath me. "God, Monica, you're driving me out of my mind." He returned to my neck, unfastening each button with deliberate slowness, kissing the newly exposed skin. My shirt hung open, my hair a wild mess, hands braced on his broad shoulders. His kiss deepened as his hands found my bra clasp, freeing my breasts. Fire burned in his eyes as he took my left breast into his mouth while his hand caressed the right. He sucked, licked, and gently bit my nipple. Electric currents shot straight to my core as moisture gathered between my thighs. When he switched to my other breast, feasting like a man starved, I tangled my fingers in his hair and pressed closer, silently begging for more. Lost in sensation, I barely noticed him pulling me against his chest and throwing his jacket over my bare back just as Darren's voice rang out: "Morris, dinner plans are- Jesus Christ! I'm out, I'm out!" The door slammed shut. Mortification froze me in place while Morris burst into laughter. I stared at him in disbelief-was he actually finding this funny? He noticed my horror and cupped my face gently. "Sweetheart, it's not like Darren doesn't know what's happening between us. Relax-he didn't see anything important. I covered you the second I heard the door." He kissed me quickly and helped me sit up properly. Shame burned through me. Darren had seen far more than necessary. "I should go see what Darren wants," Morris said, standing without any concern for the obvious bulge straining his pants. He left, closing the door behind him. I hurriedly redressed and headed for my desk. My phone buzzed with a text from the babysitter: "Monica, Austin had a fever when I picked him up from daycare. I gave him medicine and he's sleeping now. Might be catching a cold. Thought you should know." My fingers flew across the screen as I typed back that I'd be home soon. I gathered my things, shut down my computer, and grabbed my purse just as Morris returned. His smile vanished when he saw me ready to leave. "Going somewhere? We're not finished here. "Morris, I'm sorry, but I have to go. There's an emergency at home." Seeing the worry in my expression, his tone softened. C 26 Chapter 26- Interrupted Passion "Give me a second. I'll drive you-it'll be faster." He disappeared into his office and emerged wearing his suit jacket. "Come on, Monica. Let's go." Comment 0 In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. 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