“And when I said Addison was spoken for, I meant it.”
Bill’s gaze cut to the direction Ben and Addison had gone.
“Is she dating…?” His eyes moved back to my face. “I thought you and Ben were a couple.”
“We are,” I confirmed.
“So, what? He can step out on you, but you’re going to warn me away?” He barked a laugh. “Typical.”
“Let’s just say Ben and I have an open relationship.” I cocked one eyebrow. “As do Addison and I.”
Bill frowned.
I took another step closer. “Since I obviously wasn’t clear the first time I told you she wasn’t available, I’ll make sure you understand this time. Addison belongs to me and Ben. Don’t make me have to say it again. The next time, I won’t be so kind.”
Not waiting for a response, I turned and headed toward the bar. Bill was a client, but that didn’t mean I was going to sit back and let him encroach on what was mine. The man had a wife and kid, for fuck’s sake. He needed to show a little respect for his vows and for the family he’d created. And if he didn’t, he would be looking for another firm to represent him, because that was the sort of shit I couldn’t tolerate.
When Ben and Addison didn’t return a few minutes later, I opted to go in search of them. If for no other reason than to ensure that Ben was all right. I knew he’d been worked up when he saw Bill’s arm around Addison. It had pissed me off, too, but I’d been privy to Bill’s previous interest in her. I knew Addison wasn’t the least bit attracted to him. It was written all over her face.
I found Ben and Addison in a darkened hallway on the main floor of the hotel. It looked to be a service area. Good thing most of those people had probably already gone home for the evening. Otherwise, they would’ve been in for quite the show.
Leaning one shoulder against the wall, I observed the two of them. Watching as Ben practically inhaled Addison was quite the treat. The man was holding back, but just barely. The way he pressed her up against the wall… The only thing keeping him from impaling her on his cock was the fact they were both dressed.
When it was evident they had no idea I was there, I finally cleared my throat. Ben merely turned his head toward me while Addison hid her face in his shoulder.
“You okay?” I asked him, pushing off the wall and moving closer.
“I will be,” he said, his eyes meeting mine.
It was then that I saw the unadulterated lust in his golden gaze. He didn’t even need to speak for me to know that he was desperate for something. I had previously wondered how I would know what Ben needed, but evidently, there was a silent communication between the two of us that was more than enough for me.
“I don’t think Bill will make the mistake of hitting on her again,” I told him.
Ben nodded his head. “Thank you.”
“My pleasure, pup.”
And that deep, dark need that was so prominent inside me roared to the surface. Tonight, we weren’t going to be bystanders, forced to keep our distance. Tonight, I wasn’t going to sit back and watch my pup dominate our little rebel like I’d initially thought I would.
No. Tonight, I was going to dominate them both.
And I was going do to it my way.
“Come here, pup,” I ordered.
Ben stepped back from Addison, taking her hand before turning to face me.
“Little rebel.”
The blush on her face was quite appealing. It gave me an idea.
“It hasn’t been that long since we role played,” I stated. “But I think it’s time for another scene.” I focused on Addison. “It’s important that you understand up-front that I take these scenes seriously. No matter where we are. I expect one hundred percent, which means it’s imperative you get into character. If at any time you feel it necessary, you can use your safe word. Or if you need to slow things down, use yellow.”
There was a hint of intrigue in her gaze, which I liked.
“Yes, Mr. Parker.”
“Good.” I glanced between them. “Now, I want the two of you to go back out to the bar. You’re on a date, so have a drink, laugh a little. Then, when you’re ready, invite Ben back to your place,” I told Addison. “Take as much time as you need. The only other requirement is that when I arrive, you both need to be stripped down to your underwear.” I narrowed my eyes. “Not naked.”
Ben nodded his understanding.
“I’m going to be the man who goes to his girlfriend’s place to find her in bed with another man.”
Addison’s eyes widened. “You want me to pretend to be a cheating girlfriend?”
