It’s Love That Blinds Him – Chapter 8

Malcolm suggested Lucia join him for a shower, but she declined. She knew that if she showered with him, they’d make love again and she’d probably pass out from pleasure in the bathroom. After all, they’d just made love all over the apartment. They’d done it on the couch, on the windowsill…. “Are we beasts?” she wondered.

Malcolm lowered his head to look into her eyes and kissed her on the forehead. Then he went into the bathroom alone to remove the warm smell of s*x from her body. He didn’t try to force her to join him.

Lucia didn’t take her eyes off him until he had closed the bathroom door. She then quickly got dressed and ran out of the apartment.

her every time. I must be crazy! Do I really want a man that badly? I really need to calm down before I do something I might regret later. I need to forget about all this and leave t

quickly ran down the stairs and out of the building. Once outside, she hailed a cab that took her

out of the bathroom. His hair was still wet. He was surprised to discover that Lucia had taken advantage of his being in the bathroom to gather her things and leave. He simply raised his eyebrows, feeling a little disappointed. This was the second time she’d escaped from his territory. It was also the second time a woman had left his bed while he was in the shower, because s

ce in her pillow, trying to sleep.

for him. Then they’d do crazy things all night long.

the contrary, she had a whole night of insomnia. She couldn’t stop thinking about their lovemaking all night long.

rowded yet. She was able to find a seat without too much difficulty. Once seated on the metro, Lucia closed her eyes to try and get some rest before arriving at the company.

ket. When she saw the caller ID, an excited smile appeared on her lips.

ake, sweetie?” A woman’s soft voice came through the phone.

. Why are you calling me so early?” Lucia asked in a cheerful voice.

dies abroad after she graduated from high school. However, this had no negative impact on their friendship, because even though they were in different countries, their friendship was just as strong. In fac

Lucia seemed quite mature and charming, while Sophia looked young and vivacious, like a teenage

well.

us.

id rush hour.”

am right now!” Sophia asked with an excited laugh.

y right now. How about dinner tonight?” Sophia’s voice was full of joy and excitement. It was as if she’d finally found happiness after long years of searching.

with joy. Luckily for her, there weren’t many people in the subway, or she’d have been asked to get off for disturbing the peace.

! I’ve got to finish fitting out now. See you tonight! I’ll be waiting outside your office when you finish work. Come on, be well.” Sophia hung up with a sm

had just entered her life, and just when she

to stay on her own in deserted places for months at a time.

ing to investigate. Sophia e-mailed her from time to time. She lived in City X for a while before moving to Nepa

ld sit down and have a good chat.

ch, got off. She made her way to her place of work, which was not far away. As she had planned, she was the first to arrive at the office. She headed for her desk and, after cleaning it and pouring herself a cup of coffee, turned on the computer

re the usual finishing time. She quickly sorted her belongings and prepared to leave the building. She actually wanted to be at the bottom of the building long before Sophia came to pick her up.

ystery man we met yesterday? This is the first time I’ve seen you leave work so early. Wow! You look like you’re having fun!”

hey’d done together.

colleagues before heading straight for the first floor. She saw Sophia’s SUV waiting for her at the entrance as soon as she walked through the

a smiled back and ran to the car. She was amused to see a small woman like Sophia, who was only 160 cm tall, driving such a manly car. Laughing heartily, Sophia told her that the car h

eir way to the Pastasweet restaurant.

Sailboats, lifebuoys and arched doors were an important part of the restaurant’s decor. At

day, there was a long line of people waiting outside to get a table.

s office was not far from the restaurant, the two wome

e to each other.

Lucia, you’re getting more beautiful every day. Are you a couple?” Soph

e God of love, which just made her more beautiful. Her eyes were very bright and vivid.

Lucia said frankly because she didn’t want to hide anything from her best friend.

fe seemed rather exciting.

know anything about him except his name. Besides, I’m not even sure that’s his real name.” Lucia said this before Sophia could ask any

’s taken you so long to get back, but you look really happy.”

id information in the last two years.”

s a hint of hesitation in Sophia’s voice.

managed to pique her curiosity.

ve time. It’s a nice place. You can even consider it a vacation!” Sophia’s voice was full of excitement.

admit, it is indeed a good idea. I may not be interested in witches, but I’m definitely interested in traveling. As soon as the case I’m working on at the moment is o

be great!” Sophia nodded en

ugh the time passed quickly, both young women were happy to have seen each other again. Sophia would be leaving the city S a day later to wander the world, as she always did. Lucia didn’t know

’t talk all the time, they always cared about each other.