HOLDEN
Igroan as I finish work, then stretch and roll out my neck. One week since having a new office – now separate from my bedroom. I’d complained at first, but looking at my coworker, I don’t have a single negative thing to say.
Rolling my chair over to Sophie, I see her logging off her computer. Which means she’s all mine. Nick only got half a date with her before Miles came home, but for the rest of the night, we get to have some alone time.
Sophie turns in her chair and trips over mine, landing in my lap. Her red hair splashes over her face, and she laughs as she tries to push it all behind her ears. “Going to tell me what the plan is for tonight?”
“I got exclusive tickets to an event at the zoo tonight. It’s a food and wine event, plus we get to see what these animals get up to at night.” I shrug. “I planned for dinner first.”
“That sounds perfect!” She beams at me. “As long as the date includes-”
I roll my eyes. Making her go one week without any kind of sex has turned her into an animal. The day we moved in, I swear she was ready to jump all of us. Although I shouldn’t be complaining.
I kiss her softly, slipping my hand up her shirt to cup her bare breast. One of the perks of her working from home. She arches into my hand and moans softly. When I draw back, her cheeks flare pink.
“Yes. Sex is included if we’re in the mood after the zoo.”
“When.”
“Tonight.” I blink, confused.
She laughs as she pulls herself from my lap. “No, when we’re still horny after the zoo. It’s now a personal mission.”
I arch an eyebrow at her, and she winks at me. “I’ll meet you in forty-five minutes.”
“Yes, ma’am.” I salute her mockingly, and she flips me off before laughing and running to get ready.
After another twenty minutes of choosing what to wear, I head out to the living room, enjoying the view. The floor-to-ceiling windows really are something else. Looking out over Central Park and seeing the glittering city just past the trees is a billion-dollar experience.
“Hey!” Nick pats my back. “Did you figure out that flex account thing?”
I nod, and he stands by me. I clear my throat. “Have you settled in yet?”
“It’ll take longer than a week,” Nick assures me. “But try to enjoy it. Especially tonight.”
“Sophie asked if everyone could get free Saturday.”
“A group date?” He nods. “Yeah, she texted. As far as I know, everyone’s set except Roman. It’ll depend on if he or Miles is taking the rest of the contract from Tokyo.”
I sigh and roll my eyes. Roman doesn’t care one way or another. Which means it will be up to Miles and the guys overseas. Nick groans, and I hear his stomach growl. I sit in one of the chairs and glance at the time. Fifteen minutes to go.
“Tomorrow night, you want to order Chinese?” Nick continues from the kitchen. “As much as I like this cooking rotation-”
“Please, something easy.” I groan.
“Maybe we should buy Sophie an apron and see if she will actually cook naked. I might feel inspired to take my turn then.” Nick chuckles.
My lips turn up, and I decide to join him in the kitchen to see what leftovers he pulls. Thursdays are leftover nights, and Fridays are supposed to be my night to cook, making Nick’s idea even more appealing. Saturdays are supposed to be the only eat-out day we have all week.
I pour Nick and myself a glass of wine each, and he takes a sip happily while pulling out lasagna. I hear a groan and reach for the scotch. Gunner will definitely want a glass. He had the fun of catching Miles up today.
“Well, it’s good to have the boss man back.” He grumbles, tossing his stuff to the side as he joins us. He pulls out some lasagna for himself and takes the scotch I poured him. “Thanks, Hold. You’re a real friend.”
“You’ll say that to anyone who gives you food or alcohol.” Nick rolls his eyes. “So, how was your day, dear.”
“Well, honey.” Gunner finishes his drink. “I got a lecture about my organizational skills. How was yours?”
I smirk, and Gunner nudges me. “We all know you had the best view.”