I am getting ready to go out with Jake as I took a day off today to spend some time with him. I wear a simple black tee with a pair of black jeans, completing the look by throwing over a denim jacket with sneakers. I let my hair loose and grab my bag.

Jake is already waiting for me in the living room. I make my way towards him. As his back was towards me an idea pops into my head. I tip toe towards him as quietly as possible and stand right behind him. I rise on my toes so as to reach his ear and whisper a “Boo”. He jumps and turns around scared, looking like a deer caught in headlights. His look. Priceless. I laugh at his expense as he narrows his eyes at me, playfully, before he starts chuckling himself.

“Getting naughty aren't we, Miss Rain?”, he mocks throwing his right arm over my shoulders and pulling me close.

“Well, yes, Mr. Valtor. Damn right we are. It's my revenge for earlier. What were you thinking...”, I hit his shoulder before continuing, “... tickling me like that? You want me die due to asphyxiation?”

“Baby, right now I can think of another more pleasurable and sexier way to kill you due to asphyxiation...”, he mutters wiggling his eyebrows.

I roll my eyes at him. “Let's go. Before your inner serial killer jumps out and decides to kill me through asphyxia. Death by choking. Hmm... not my cup of tea. Or coffee.”

He just chuckles and leads us towards the door, his arm still resting around my shoulders keeping me close. I inhale his clear, manly scent mixed with his perfume that has a distinct spicy fragrance. I love me a good smelling man!!! I'm obsessed.

“Are you sniffing me?” Jake asks, amusement lacing in his voice.

Oops. Busted. Wasn't I being discreet? I thought I was!!!

“Yes. Because you smell sooooo good.”  I shrug. What's the point in hiding when he already caught me sniffing. Besides what's wrong in giving a compliment.

In return, he buries his face in my hair and takes a sniff too. I chuckle.
“You smell so good too. I want to bottle it up and take it with me when you're not with me.”

Stop Jake! You're going to make me melt!!

I blush and in reply peck his cheek in a quick, soft kiss. We head out together and I show him around the big city where I have been living for the last 4-5 years. We go to the mall first. I needed to buy some items and I wanted to buy something for him too. I just love giving gifts, no occasions required. I'm thinking of buying him a watch and get something engraved on it. ‘Jakie-boy’. Nah!! Looks like I'm personalizing a dog collar for my dog. I'll settle with just a simple watch then, stylish yet elegant.

I buy some clothes for myself. I model in front of him asking for his opinion to help me choose. He just states that I look good in everything so buy them all. I just roll my eyes at him and tell him, “Not everyone earns in millions, babe. I am not the CEO of my own accounting firm.” I roll my eyes at him as I walk back towards the racks and shelves and tried to put back some items. Key word being ‘tried’. Jake takes hold of my hand stopping me. I look back at him, raising a brow in question.

“Who said you're paying? And besides I'm not a CEO yet. We're still expanding and once the headquarters is done then I'll be taking over.” he replies shrugging as if it's not a big deal.

“Still. I don't earn in millions. And like hell I'll let you pay for my things Mr. Jacob Valtor.” I raise a threatening finger towards him. I'm an independent, strong woman and I can pay for my things. I may not earn in millions but I can still get myself things without going broke. I have enough saved up for myself besides I don't really spend that much since I don't go shopping quite often. I do only when I need to.

He sighs dropping the talk. For now.

As we make our way to the cash counter to pay for my things, Jake says, “Hey, I think I forgot my phone back there, can you please get it for me babe? Thanks.” he leans sideways to kiss my cheek.

I hand him the things and go back to look for his phone. I come back empty handed, confused. As I make my way towards the counter, I see Jake taking all of my bags and murmuring a thank you to the cashier. He played you! Again! Let him pay bitch...

I shake my head at that thought and make my way towards him a little bit pissed. I don't create a scene there since it's not proper and wait until we get to his car.

I touch his shoulder, giving it a warning squeeze for the storm to come and ask him, “Hey babe. I didn't find your phone back there. You paid already?”

“Oh yeah, sorry! I forgot it was in my back pocket... And yeah I paid.”, he smiles brightly at me. Ughh!! He isn't even bothered!!

I let it slide for the moment. Patience Roxy. Patience. Not here.

We make our way out of the store and I ask him, “Do you want to buy anything?”

“No I'm good. What else do you need?” he asks.

We go around shop after shop. After finishing my shopping, I ask him to go wait for me in the car as I have to use the restroom real quick. I hand him all the bags as he makes his way outside. I turn and enter a shop with men's watches. I look around and finally settle on a simple yet classy Omega watch. I pay for it and make my way back, putting it in my bag.

He is leaning inside the car putting all the things in the back seat, I make my way over to him and smack his sexy ass.

He turns around and raises his eyebrows, his eyes full of amusement. “What was that for?”

“Why did you pay for my things? I told you not to! And that was a cheap trick on your part Mr. Valtor. ” I narrow my eyes at him, accusingly.

“Roxy, it's alright. I wanted to okay? Can you please just accept the gesture?”

“No. Tell me how much they cost? I'll pay you back.”

“No you will not.” I grab a few grand from my bag and place it in his hands.

“Roxy, like hell I'm going to take your money. Put it back. You... stubborn...woman!” he says, struggling with me as we kept going back and forth putting in and taking the money out of my bag.

“Jake take it please. I'm way too dependent on myself and this will not bear good onto my conscience.” Well, I don't mind a bit. You're the one being stubborn!! Shut up!

He lets out a frustrated growl before pocketing the money. I am about to smirk at my victory when he suddenly grabs me and smashes his lips hard onto mine, right in the middle of the parking lot, kissing me senseless. I let out a contented sigh. I rake my hands through his hair and tug a little, making him groan and deepen the kiss even more. His kiss seems nothing like the previous ones, sweet and tender. This is almost bruising, an angry and punishing kiss but full of passion. I feel a whole zoo in my tummy right now.

He pulls his lips away roughly saying, “You stubborn woman. Just keep the damned things and keep your damned money. Let me pay this time and I'll pay in future too. No questions. It's my money and I choose to spend it on you. Just accept it, goddamnit!” he says, before pulling me back to him and kissing me again, but this time a little gentler than before but still full of desire.

I sigh. “Okay. I will accept. Thank you.” I whisper, still caught up in the aftermath of his kisses.

He pulls out the money from his pocket and hands it to me. “You're welcome. And thank fuck!!! You finally agreed with me. I just want to make you happy, baby.”, he moves closer to me and touches my cheek, before lifting my chin up, making me look into his eyes.

He gently pecks my lips before continuing, “I know you're a strong, independent and a very beautiful woman. I know you don't need a man to pay for your things and I couldn't be more proud, babe. I just want to make you happy, buy you things on my own will because it will make me even happier seeing that gorgeous smile light up that beautiful face of yours. So let me. Please. Let me take care of you.” he finishes and pulls me into his embrace.

I hug him back tightly and place a kiss on his chest feeling overwhelmed. No one has ever done this for me. No one has cared enough for me like this. I'm about to burst into tears and I don't want to worry him so I push all the bad memories away and focus on this gorgeous, sweet man entangled in my arms right right now. “That's so sweet. And I'm sorry for being stubborn. I know I can get a little overboard sometimes.” I reply to him cheekily.

He smiles at me and kisses my forehead before letting me go.

“Let's go back home.”

Home. I like the sound of that.

★★★★★

Matt texts me that he has to go out urgently and asked me to babysit Elle. I agree. I inform Jake that Elle will be joining us and his face instantly lights up at her name. They are too fond of each other.

We reach my apartment and take all the shopping bags inside. I grab two bottles of water for Jake and I both. The bell rings and I open the door. Matt hastily bids a goodbye to Elle and hugs me murmuring a thank you and taking off. I let Elle in and instantly she sees Jake and runs to him squealing.

“Uncle Jakie....” and jumps into his arms, wrapping her legs around his waist like a cute little koala.

“Hey munchkin! Missed your favourite uncle?”, he replies rubbing his nose with hers, making her scrunch her nose cutely. My heart. Be still. My baby fever is rising too high. Stop. What is it about seeing men and children together?

“Who are you talking about Uncle Jakie?” she looks at him innocently. Jake looks offended at first then an evil smile breaks onto his face. “You little minx...” and starts to tickle her. She bursts into cute giggles, thrashing around in his arms.

“I'm sorry. I'm sorry. You're the best, uncle Jakie.” She gives in. He hums to himself and then nods, pecking her cheeks. “Damn right I am.” I roll my eyes at them. Time to join in on the fun.

“Yeah just forget your Aunt Rox, Elle. I'm so hurt. I guess no more chocolate chip cookies for you. I'll eat them all by myself!”, I exclaim, shaking my head sadly, looking at Elle.

Then I turn towards Jake, “You stole her from me.”, and I start fake crying, putting my hands on my face to hide. I peek at them both from between my fingers, both of them looking despondent. Aww... Now I feel bad. But before I could tell them that I'm just messing with them, they both nod at each other and run towards me. Elle tugs at my jeans and I kneel down to reach her level. Jake is kneeling on the floor too with me in between them. Then they both put their arms around me simultaneously, and start showering me with kisses all over my face, leaving me a giggling mess under them. I fall onto the floor lying on my back with Elle sitting on my stomach still kissing my cheeks and giggling while Jake just sits there, looking at us with a thoughtful smile playing on his lips.

“Okay. Okay. I forgive you.” I finally let out making Elle hug me tightly.

“Can we make cookies now?” Elle asks excitedly. Here we go. Jake and I chuckle at her and I nod. She squeals and starts her happy dance while enchanting, “I love choco-chip cookies.”

Jake and I both look at each other and then chuckle at her. He stands up and lends me a hand. I take it as he pulls me up, resting one hand on my waist, holding me close, the other one still holding my hand.

“Kiss her.” Elle screams and runs away giggling while singing ‘Jake and Roxy sitting on a tree, k.i.s.s.i.n.g’. This girl!!!

We both chuckle at her. I get out of his arms, reluctantly, trust me if it was up to me, I'll remain in them forever and ever.

You're already whipped gurl!!! My conscience hollers at me and like most of the times I ignore it.

I look at Jake, “Come on. Let's make cookies and you, sir, is going to help us.”

He bows down, with one hand behind his back and other waving in front of him. Dramatic ass.

“Your wish. My command, madame.”

We both chuckle and make our way to the kitchen.

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