Undeniably Claimed

Chapter 14: Cassidy

Luca sat behind his desk listening to the man continue to jabber on his ear however all he could do was stare out the open door to Sophia's desk. He has deemed it 'necessary' to continue keeping the door open now with her being so near. He had considered the possibility of her desk being moved into his office but three reasons came up in his head. 1) It was not appropriate for the 'assistant' to be located in his office. 2) He didn't want to come off overly possessive. 3) Sophia would probably hate it. 

Hearing the elevator ding, his eyes automatically snapped to find her walking over to her desk with her lovely auburn hair flowing around her. She is speaking into the Bluetooth earpiece he had bought for her. It has been a few days now since the events from last Friday. Just the thought of her lips makes his fingers come up to trace his lips. He can practically still feel her tender lips attached to his. It was unlike what he had experienced previously... not that he had too many to compare to. 

She sat down at her desk unaware of his gaze still glued on her. The man on the phone long forgotten as he watches her switch on her computer before walking towards his office. Her emerald eyes finally noticing him standing there looking at her. She blushes before lowering her head biting her lip. His muscles tensing loving that he has such a reaction on her. The way his body practically hums with energy when ever they are near each other. It feels almost electric. She walks around him still looking anywhere but him. 

"Mr. Sanford? Are you still there?"

"Mmmhmm"

He doesn't even bother past that as he watches her. The man continues rambling on unaware that he is not being heard. Sophia's back is to him as she sits down a cup of coffee on his table followed by some files. She lays them open ready for his signature. It has become a routine for them. She is highly efficient in her work. He truly did believe she was an asset to the company and still was trying to figure out why she didn't want to stay on after her sister returned. She lifts her gaze to him as he still has his phone to his ear. He holds her gaze loving the red that creeps up her neck slowly. He could truly say he was mesmerized by the enigma that is Sophia Andrews. 

"Luca... Do you need anything?" She whispers as she steps closer. 

Her green eyes catch the light making them appear to glisten like a rare gem. He doesn't even think as his hand comes out to her taking her hand into his own. Finally realizing the man on the phone is still talking, he interrupts him. 

"I'm going to have to call you back."

With out another word, he ends the call pocketing his phone as he tugs his Tesoro closer to him. His other hand coming up to cup her cheek. The softness of her skin reminding him of silk beneath his thumb. 

"Good Morning Tesoro"

Her smile appears making the sun appear less in comparison.  His heart races as he comes forward kissing her cheek. Pulling back he smirks finding her red as a fresh tomato. He has learned that she is not accustomed to affection. He will have to work on that. 

"Morning Luca"

Her voice siring him in like the mythological creature she is. His phone begins ringing again and he sighs. She smiles before pecking his cheek and leaving his embrace. He looks over his shoulder watching as she retreats back to her desk. He reluctantly pulls out his cellphone answering the call however doesn't tear his gaze away from the beauty that has trapped him. 

"Brother?"

"Cassidy?" Luca blinks listening to his sister's voice. 

"Hey Luca, can I come by the office?" Her voice wavering.