Page 47 of Indescribable Love

But he was already shaking his head. “I’ll call my lawyer.” And with a look of utter defeat, he simply walked away, leaving her feeling like she’d just kicked a puppy.

He stayed locked away in the luxurious office for far longer than he needed to, but Simon needed some time to decompress. It had been years since he’d had this kind of anxiety and tension, and he hated it—absolutely hated it.

And yet he refused to be bullied into bending to someone else’s will.

Now, his legal team was getting involved and this was all becoming a much bigger issue than it needed to be.

And making this big secret seem even more attractive to the vulturous mind of Max Yearsley.

Great.

Raking a hand through his hair, Simon let out a long breath and knew he had done everything he needed to and could now go back to Juliette and enjoy the rest of the day. They were going to his favorite steakhouse for dinner, and then, if everything went as planned, he wanted to make love to her under the stars tonight. Honestly, he wasn’t sure if either of them were that adventurous, but the yard was fairly private and from the first moment he saw her out on the deck, he knew that’s what he wanted.

But…he’d see if it would come to fruition.

Standing, he stretched and told himself that everything was under control so he could relax. Walking out of the office, he found Juliette sitting on the lounge he had vacated earlier. Her eyes were closed and she had a serene smile on her face. Today’s sundress was a white eyelet that was stark against her tanned skin. Just the sight of her took his breath away.

As stealthily as he could, Simon tiptoed over to the lounge and crouched down beside her. He held his breath for a moment to see if she’d acknowledge him.

She did not.

Reaching out, he gently rested his hand on her ankle and paused.

She didn’t move.

Slowly, his hand caressed its way up her calf, over her knee, and came to rest on her thigh, just a hint under the hem of her dress.

“If that hand goes any higher, I’m going to assume you’re into very public displays of affection,” she said with sleepy amusement. “Or you’re an exhibitionist.” One beautiful eye opened and looked at him. “I didn’t think that was your thing.”

Unable to help himself, he laughed softly, shaking his head. “With you, sweet Juliette, I want to be all those things because you are a constant temptation. The ultimate distraction.”

His words obviously pleased her because she hummed happily. “Is it wrong that I love that? I don’t think I’ve ever been any of those things to anyone.”

“Then anyone who didn’t see that was blind or stupid.” Then he shrugged. “But their loss is my gain because I do see it, feel it, and appreciate it.” His hand moved higher, toying with the lace band at her hip. “And your taste in lingerie is spectacular.”

Another hum. “Glad you approve.” Sitting up a bit, she looked around. This corner of the deck held the most privacy and the sexy grin she gave him told him she was thinking all the same naughty things he had been earlier.

“Juliette…”

She sat up and quickly whipped the dress up over her head before reclining back against the lounge.

“My God, you’re magnificent,” he marveled. All her curves were on display, and he couldn’t wait to have her wrapped around him.

His own shirt went flying before he kicked his jeans off. He was already barefoot, so all that was left was his briefs.

And yeah…with his thumbs hooked on the waistband, he took a minute to consider if he really was an exhibitionist…

“Do it,” she whispered before licking her lips.

Groaning, Simon quickly peeled off his briefs before joining her on the lounge, both of them laughing like two kids afraid of getting caught.

Which, let’s face it, they were.

“We can totally go inside,” she said between giggles. “I’m totally faking my bravado!”

That just made him laugh harder. “Me too!” Shaking his head, he added, “Kind of wish you would have said that before I took off my briefs!”

“Come on,” she said, wiggling out from under him. “Let’s grab our stuff and go inside—but leave the sliding doors open so it’s almost like we’re outside!”