Guarding His Heart (14 page)

“Is that what you think?” I stared into her eyes and kissed her lightly. “Do you think that’s why I’m asking you to be my girlfriend?”

“No.” She said breathlessly as she kissed me back.

“So is that a yes?”

“Yes, Leo Maxwell, I will be your girlfriend.”

“Good.” I grinned and pushed her back against the door. “I wonder if we can get away with a quickie?” I ran my hands down her waist and leaned in to kiss her again.

“What’s a quickie, Uncle Leo?” Skylar’s voice squeaked behind me and I jumped back.

“Skylar.” I groaned and ran my hands through my hair. “This is my girlfriend, Hannah. Hannah, this is Skylar, she’s Noah’s daughter.”

“Nice to meet you, Skylar.” Hannah grinned at the little girl, a red hue on her face. I grabbed her hand and pulled her into the kitchen.

“Come on, let me introduce you to everyone. Don’t be surprised if you see some people fainting from shock though. I’ve sworn for years that I wasn’t going to get a girlfriend.”

“I’m glad you changed your mind.” She squeezed my hand. “I’m glad you’ve let me in Leo.”

“My heart was guarded.” I stopped and stared into her eyes. “It’s been guarded for a long time, but now, now that I’ve met you, I know that it doesn’t have to be guarded any longer.” I pulled her towards me and kissed her on the lips hard, enjoying the taste of her against my lips. “I really like you, Hannah Will. I really really like you.”

“I really like you too, Leo Maxwell.” She kissed me back eagerly and I frowned.

“Hmm.”

“What’s wrong?” She looked worried.

“I don’t think I’m being honest.” I stared into her brown eyes and kissed her nose softly. “I think I more than like you, Hannah. I think I’m falling in love with you.”

“Oh.” Her eyes looked surprised and she smiled at me with a dazed expression.

“Oh?” I licked my lips.

“Oh, I think I’m falling in love with you as well, Mr. Leo Maxwell. I think I fell for you the day I met you.” She said softly. “My new big macho boss.” She grinned. “I think it was love at first sight, only I was too annoyed to know it.”

“Good.” I ran my fingers down her back. “I think I fell in love with you the moment I found out you hated your new boss and your new boss was me.”

“Argh, don’t remind me.” She groaned.

“Aren’t you glad I took your job now?” I asked softly and she laughed.

“Yes, my darling. I’m very glad you stole my job.”

“I didn’t say stole, you little—” I grabbed her ass and she ran away from me.

“Leo, stop.” She giggled as she ran into the kitchen.

“I’ll never stop.” I followed her into the kitchen, my heart soaring. “I don’t think I’ll ever stop loving you.” I whispered under my breath as I watched Hannah hugging Lucky. This was my family and my heart felt full and heavy. This was my family. This
was my life. I had nothing to fear. I was loved and I loved. I watched Hannah chatting and laughing with Lucky and I knew in that moment that one day Hannah was going to be my wife. I knew it in my heart and my soul. Hannah was the one for me. She was the one that I’d been waiting for and I didn’t even know it.

Chapter Sixteen

Hannah

The whispers in the office alerted me to the fact that more than just a couple of people had seen or heard about my sex tape. Awkward didn’t even begin to describe the way I felt as I rode up to my office in the elevator. I walked down the hallway quickly, my heart racing with shame and then I saw him and burst out laughing.

“Leo, what are you doing?” I giggled as he walked towards me in his French Maid’s outfit. “What are you wearing?”

“I figured you’d be worried that people were talking about you today.” He laughed. “And I thought what’s the best way to get people to stop talking about you? I’ll have them talk about someone else. And who was the best person for the job?” He spun around and dusted my nose with the feather duster he held in his right hand.

“You’re crazy, you know that right?” I leaned forward and gave him a quick kiss. “Are you wearing lipstick?” I touched his lips as I pulled back.

“Well you know. What’s dressing up without makeup?”

“Leo Maxwell, what am I going to do with you?” I shook my head and gasped as he pulled me towards him roughly.

“I can think of many things you can do with me.” He sucked on my lower lip. “In fact, I can think of one I’d like to do right now?”

“Really?” Leo’s dads voice boomed into the room as he walked in and saw us. I jumped back in fright, my face turning red as he stared at the both of us with narrowed eyes. “The two of you are the talk of the office and you’re in here making out.”

“Dad,” Leo began and stopped as his dad put his hand up.

“And what are you wearing son?” He frowned and stared at Leo in his outfit. He turned towards me and stared at me for a few seconds. “What have you done to my son?”

“I, uh,” I stumbled over my words. This was it then. I was about to be fired. I was a little worried, but not upset. Not now that I knew Leo liked me. Not now I knew we were officially dating. I’d find another job, somewhere. Even if that meant I had to work in Target to pay the bills, until I found something else.

“Whatever it is that you’re doing, don’t stop.” He grinned suddenly. “I’ve never seen my boy so happy.”

“Dad?” Leo sounded as shocked as I felt.

“I know you think I’m all business and a fuddy duddy, but I want to see you happy Leo. I’ve never seen you so happy. I don’t think I’ve ever seen you in a relationship before.” He looked at me. “I want to apologize to you,
Hannah. I said some things to Leo and I’m not proud of myself. I’ve looked over your resume and you’re an extremely bright and intelligent woman. I want you to know that I’ve spoken to HR and we’re going to follow your work and see if we have any positions coming up.”

“Did you do this?” I turned to Leo with a frown. I didn’t want him to get me a promotion because I was dating him.

“Nope.” He shook his head. “I’ve had nothing to do with this. You know that Hannah. I’ve been with you all weekend.” He winked at me and I blushed.

“He’s right.” Mr. Maxwell nodded. “This is something I’ve been thinking about. To be honest, I didn’t even know you and my son were so into each other until right now. I mean, yes there was the video, but I wasn’t sure if that was just a dalliance.”

“It wasn’t a dalliance dad. Hannah and I are dating.” Leo grabbed my hand.

“So does that mean, I might still have a shot at being a grandad?”

“Dad, really?” Leo rolled his eyes and I felt my face going even redder. “You’re embarrassing Hannah.”

“I’m fine.” I smiled weakly and I felt Leo’s arm around my waist.

“I also wanted you both to know that I’ve decided not to accept Rob Martin’s offer.” He looked Leo in the eyes. “You were right my son. That’s not the sort of man I want to be associated with.”

“Wow.” I turned to Leo. “I’m impressed.” I gave him a huge grin and then turned back to his dad. “And thank you, Mr. Maxwell, that means so much to be. I have to admit I was a bit upset when Leo showed up and took over this position. And I was a bit hostile, but you made the right choice. He’s fantastic in this role and I think he’ll make a fine CEO one day.” My heart surged as I realized just how much Leo meant to me. I’d been so wrong about him. I’d judged him without even knowing him and I’d been wrong.

“You’re a fine woman, Hannah Will.” He smiled at me. “Now excuse me, I have a lot of emails to respond to.” He turned to walk away and then stopped at the door. “Oh and Leo, don’t show up in a strippers outfit tomorrow.” He said and then walked out the door.

Leo and I looked at each other for a couple of seconds and then burst out laughing.

“I love your dad.” I put my arms around his neck and kissed him softly.

“He’s not a bad guy, I suppose.” He kissed me back passionately and sucked on my tongue as his hand massaged my ass. I ran my hands down his back and groaned as his hand found my breast and squeezed.

“Leo,” I moaned against his lips. “I think I should go and get your coffee now.”

“I’d rather drink something else.” His fingers ran up my thigh as he pushed my skirt up.

“Leo.” I moaned as he ran his fingers between my legs.

“Yes, Hannah my darling?”

“I don’t think this is a good idea.” I moved his apron to the side and grabbed his crotch. He was already slightly hard and I sighed. “We already have one sex tape out there, we don’t need to give people anything else to talk about.”

“Are you upset?” He pulled back and looked into my eyes. “I can go and tell everyone that they will be fired if they talk about the tape.”

“No. I’m more embarrassed that people have seen it.” I bit down on my lower lip.

“Oh.” He ran his fingers down the side of my face. “Only a few people saw it and then my dad had it deleted permanently from the system.”

“It’s still so embarrassing.” I groaned.

“Does it make you feel better to know that the only thing in the video was your back and groans and some full frontal shots of me?” He smiled. “You couldn’t actually see any of the fucking in the tape.”

“Oh, I didn’t know that.” I felt lighter. “That does make me feel better.”

“Better enough to give me a blowjob?”

“No!” I laughed.

“What about a quickie?”

“Hmmm.” I licked my lips. “I’ll let you know.”

“When?” He pouted and I laughed at the look that he made.

“After you walk around the building. Once you do that, I’ll give you ten minutes to do whatever you want.”

“I love you women, you do know that right?” He growled and pulled me towards him. “And when you say anything you mean anything right?”

“Yes, Leo.” I laughed and kissed him softly. “I do mean everything.”

Epilogue

Six Months Later

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Have a great first day

Hannah,

I woke up this morning and you weren’t in the bed. I think I cried a little bit, but then I saw the coffee at the side of the bed and my heart melted. OMG, I just realized I sound like a girl. What have you done to me?

Oh yeah, have a great first day as a manager! I’ll miss you, but am glad you got a job better suited to your skills.

Leo

No Longer Your Boss

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: Not a girl, a baby

Leo,

I wish I could say that I’m sad I’m not your assistant, but I think the only thing I’m going to miss is morning breakfast and for some reason I think you’re still going to make sure I’m fed. I’m glad you enjoyed your coffee. I’ll have a pot waiting for you in the office as well. No need to cry. I’m in the office next to you. I’m sure you’ll see me just as much as you did before.

Hannah

P.S. Why aren’t you at work yet?

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Being The Boss’s son has its perks

Hannah,

Have your assistant schedule me in for a 4pm appointment. I need to speak to you about something very important. Oh who am I kidding? I want to have hot sex on your desk. We need to christen it.

Leo

P.S. I miss you

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: I miss you too

Sex Addict,

I’ve scheduled you in for 4pm.  How long do you need? Ten minutes or five? :)

Also, Lucky called me, she wants to know if we can babysit David and Ruby-Lane this weekend because she wants to surprise Zane with a trip to Napa. I said I’d check with you, but I didn’t see a problem. Let me know.

Missing you.

Hannah

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Am I about to be a dad?

Are you trying to tell me you’re pregnant???

Leo

Possible Baby Daddy

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: Idiot

Leo,

You’re an idiot. I am not pregnant! And if I was, you would be the daddy, not the possible daddy! Ass! And stop calling me.

Hannah

Your soon to be ex girlfriend

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: I love you

I was joking! Don’t ever say soon to be ex girlfriend. Or I will come into your office and show you just how wrong that is. Tell Lucky of course we’ll look after her brats. Just as long as they don’t cry all night. And answer the phone, I want to tell you how much I love you.

Leo

Your soon to be husband and baby daddy

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: Making Me Cry

Thank you for the roses and the candy. I cried. I know, I know. I’m a baby. You’re so sweet. I love you, Leo Maxwell. And don’t you know better than to talk about babies to a broody girlfriend. I might stop taking my pill.

Hannah

Soon to be baby momma

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Meet me at Noon

I’ll be by the elevator. And don’t worry, I don’t want to try to have sex again. At least not at this time. I’ll wait until you’ve been a manager for longer. Or maybe I’ll wait until you’re my boss. Then you’ll be sexually harassing me.

Love you my sexy soon to be baby momma.

Leo

I am man, hear me roar

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: Lucky and Zane are coming by

I LOVE YOU!! How could you surprise me like that? This is the best day ever. I can’t believe you kept this a secret. I love the ring. It fits perfectly. I’m crying again. My makeup must look awful. And in case you didn’t hear my screams the first time. YES. YES. YES. I will marry you.

Your fiance,

Hannah

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Can I be any happier??

I feel like I’m living in heaven right now. Can life get any better than this? I’m crying as well right now. Well, maybe not, but I’m happier than I’ve ever been in my life. I can’t wait to call you my wife.

Leo

P.S. Ask Zane to not rub it in my face

To: Leo Maxwell

From: Hannah Will

Re: Lisa wants to know if she can have a black card

Lisa told me to ask you if she can have a black Amex. :) And if the answer is no, she said can you please find her a man. I said I’d see what I can do. Haha.

By the way, the next time you come into my office for a quickie, it has to be a quickie. An hour and a half isn’t a quickie. Just in case you didn’t know.

Love you!

To: Hannah Will

From: Leo Maxwell

Re: Forever starts today

Tell Lisa that I’ll give her a black Amex the day she can afford her own rent. I do not want her living with us when we get married, which I expect to be soon, btw. I’d like to vacation in Hawaii. There’s a certain waterfall I want to make love under. Also, what do you want for dinner tonight?

I love you more!!

Leo

“Meet me outside my door.”

“Yes, Leo.”

“Hurry.”

“I’m coming.”

“I sure hope not. I’m not there.”

“Funny.”

“Hurry up, I want to go home and make love to my beautiful fiance.”

“I’m on the way.”

“Yes!”

“You’re not going to email and text me all day, every day, are you??”

“It’s not against the rules is it?”

“Never.”

“Good, you know I can’t follow rules anyway.”

“I know. :)”

“Just for that, we’re going to christen the elevator.”

“Leo!!”

“Yes! That’s what I want you to scream when I make you come in five minutes.”

“I’ll be there in ten seconds.”

“That’s what I like to hear.”

“I love you.”

“I love you more.”

“I love you even more.”

“I love you to the moon and back.”

“I love you to Pluto.”

“I love you to Eternity.”

“I love you to infinity.”

“I love you to the edges of the earth.”

“I love you with every beat of my heart.”

“I love you Hannah Will.”

“I love you Leo Maxwell.”

“I’m so glad you’re going to be my wife.”

“I’m so glad you’re going to be my husband.”

“Taking your job was the best thing I’ve ever done in my life. You’ve made all my dreams come true, Hannah. Know my heart will always be yours, to do with what you will. I will love you forever and I will never be guarded around you. You’re my everything Hannah. You’re the beat in my heart. I love you.”