Chapter 55 - Merry Christmas (4) (2/2)

Vivian looked like a child who is about to cry. ”Well, I don't know how to treat him.”

”How did you treat him so far?”

”Like an untouchable God!” Vivian responded honestly.

”...”, Sarah was speechless.

Aiden raised his eyebrows surprised with Vivian's answer. Part of him was amused.

”I really don't know how to respond to this…” Sarah burst into laugh.

They all laughed, and that loosened up Vivian.

”Come on, you should freshen up and rest before dinner. Guest bedrooms are ready for you.” Vivian gestured with her hand down the hall.

”We need one bedroom.” Sarah said seriously.

Vivian was stunned speechless. 'It's my turn not to know how to respond to this. Aren't you two moving along to fast?'. After clearing her throat Vivian composed herself, almost. ”OK. One. If you say so, only one.”

Sarah noticed that Vivian is uncomfortable and responded without much thought. ”Even if we take two rooms, I will end up sneaking into his at night.”

Vivian frowned, swallowed hard and took a deep breath. Number of emotions showed on her face in quick succession. Eventually, she spoke. ”OK. I got it! You don't have to rub it in. Settle down first, and then we will eat.” She led the way to the guest bedroom. ”Let me know if you need anything else. Dinner is at seven. You have time to freshen up and rest a bit. I will come and get you when it's ready.”

...

Sarah is checking out the view out of the guest bedroom window. It's dark outside, night falls early in the winter. Sarah can see lit up stables on the left. In front is a partially lit up horse track, white from snow which has many dark spots, probably from hoof prints.

Aiden embraced her from behind. ”Do you want to shower?”

”Yes.” Sarah turned toward him. ”It's just that I'm afraid we will end up... you know...” She blushed.

”Since when is that a problem? We have more than one hour until dinner.” He raised one eyebrow while his eyes examined her face and his devilish smile disarmed her completely. Seeing that she is not moving, he decided to give her some incentive and he removed his top. Sarah looked at his toned body and inhaled sharply. Seeing her staring like that, he inched toward her while his smile increased. When he stopped, Sarah could feel his breath on her face.

”I see you want us to shower together.” His deep voice entranced her.

She snapped out of her daze and looked up into his eyes. ”You did this on purpose!”

”What if I did?” He inched closer and his lips grazed over hers.

”You are seducing me.” Sarah's voice became weaker.

”And...?” His hot breath caressed her lips.

”Well...” She whispered. ”It's working” She wrapped her arms around his neck and pulled in him for a deep kiss.