Playing with Fire

Chapter 35 - Affection

Charlotte's POV

After hanging up my phone, I went to Alex's office to inform him about the incident on the photoshoot set. Fortunately, no one got seriously injured.

I knocked on the door and walked into his office. He lifted his head up after signing the paperwork and faced me.

"Is everything okay?" He asked, worried.

"Almost." I took a deep breath and informed him about the incident.

"Is she fine now? Did you talk to the doctor?" He asked, furrowing his eyebrows, looking concerned.

"Yes, fortunately, she is fine. The doctor said she can leave today." I informed him.

"Good." He sighed in relief and rubbed his temple, closing his eyes.

"Are you fine?" I asked, concerned; his cheeks were flushed and he looked weary.

"Yeah." He mumbled, running his hand through his hair.

I frowned, unconvinced and approached him.

"You have a fever." I exclaimed anxiously as I rested my hand on his forehead.

"I am fine." He said lazily, pulling his head away.

"Yes, for sure." I rolled my eyes and sighed. "You have to rest."

"No, I have a meeting outside." He refused and took a sip from his water.

"No, you aren't going anywhere. Just your home." I stated, determined.

He smiled slightly. "I am fine. Don't worry."

"Alex! It is not up for discussion." I said in an authoritative tone.

"Charlotte, I am fine." He reassured me.

I heaved a loud sigh and grabbed the phone. I called his assistant and ordered her to cancel Alexis' meeting.

"What did you do?!" He exclaimed, annoyed as he stood up abruptly.

When his head spun, I grabbed his arm quickly, catching him, and helped him to sit down.

"You aren't fine, Alex. Don't be stubborn. I will take you home." I stated firmly.

He sighed and nodded. "Fine. I don't think you will leave me alone otherwise." He commented, bored.

"Exactly!" I exclaimed, self-satisfied and flashed a victorious smile.

As soon as we walked into his penthouse, he walked towards the couch and sat down. He looked so weak.

I looked around curiously while taking off my jacket: it was the first time I was in his place. The penthouse was decorated tastefully; the main colours were cream, white and gray.

I approached him and suggested Alex to help him to go to his bedroom. He agreed, stopping being stubborn for the first time, and let me help him to walk towards the bedroom.

Once we arrived, he lay down on the bed and leaned against the headboard after taking off his shoes.

"You should take a shower. Take off your clothes." I said firmly while thinking how I could help him to get better.

He raised his eyebrow and gave me a mischievous smirk. "You are so bold. I like it." He commented seductively and traveled his tongue over his lower lip.

"Shut up." I laughed, rolling my eyes playfully. "You have to take a shower. It will make you better."

He nodded as he straightened and tried to take off his suit jacket.