CHAPTER 36

“I will be the judge, and if that friend of yours breaks my daughter’s heart, I will slowly and painfully kill him. That is a guarantee.”

“I’ll remember that ma’am.”

“That’s my boy. Why don’t we go back inside? I have something to tell you all.”

“Why don’t you just tell me?”

“No, I’m not going to pick favorites,” she said, and he smiled. She wasn’t budging at all.

“Since we’ve finished with your hands, let’s go inside,” he said, leading her inside.

They went straight to the lounge where Anne and Taylor were having a good time. They were laughing so hard that Violet came to a halt and looked at them so intently that he cleared his throat to get their attention.

“Mother, you arrived!”

“Yes, darling, I did. I can tell you two are having a good time.”

“He’s just a lot of fun to be around.”

“All right, then. I’ll say what I want to say, and then you’ll go pick up Leah from school. Taylor is welcome to accompany you.”

“Really?”

“Yes,” Violet said, looking at Taylor and Dylan, “I’ll be leaving for Tawland for a birthday party the day after tomorrow, so you Dylan, Taylor, Sam, and Laura will be joining us. Unless you have other plans, which will most certainly disappoint the princess.”

“Do you want us to go to a royal birthday party?”

“Do you have an issue with that?”

“It’s enormous. Even if I had something, I’m canceling everything,” Taylor said to Anne.

“Don’t forget to call and tell your friends. Also, arrive at the airstrip by four o’clock; the jet will take off around five o’clock. Anne will send you the information.”

“Yes, ma’am,” Taylor replied.

“Now you can go and choose my princess, but make sure you return early. Let’s all go out to dinner.”

“Yes, ma’am. I’ll get started,” Anne said.

He turned his head to Violet, who seemed defeated by what she was looking at as the two left the lounge all smiles.

“I never imagined I’d be able to witness something like this, especially in my own home.”

“Babe, life is full of surprises. So, now that we’re all alone, what should we do?”

“Well, it’ll take Anne about an hour and a half to go and come back, so let’s go check your room.”

“I’m not going to live with you?”

“Would you like to live with me?”

“You have no idea how badly I want to sleep and wake up next to you.”

“Aren’t you just taking advantage of me?”

“I’m willing to try anything just to spend another second with you, babes.”

“For the time being, let’s just go check your room, and if you behave, maybe I’ll let you sleep in my room.”

“That’s my lady,” he said as he scooped her up.

He went to his room and opened the door, as she had instructed. It wasn’t as nice as Violet’s, but it was big and cool, well-furnished, and had a big bed.

“Thank you so much, babes.”

“I’ll do anything for you. Now that I can see you every day, it’s both bad and good. Are you sure you’re not going to put me down?”

“I believe I should, and how about we christen this bed?”

“Are you crazy? The girls will return soon.”

“There’s still an hour, and a lot can happen in that time,” he said as he pushed her aside.

His gaze swept over her body, passing over her legs, hips, and lingering on her chest. He pressed his body against her, his lips inches away from hers. Softly, he drew his lips together.

“Dylan...” she softly whispered against his lips.

He pressed his lips to hers. Violet closed her eyes softly as she leaned in for his kiss. He encircled her waist with both arms, she was entirely his. Looking at her, he drew away from the kiss.

He pushed her hair off her neck. He traced his finger along her neck, tracing the veins. He simply enjoyed watching her react to his touch and knowing that he was able to affect her in this way made him want to continue pleasing her.

He reached down and gently kissed her neck. He came to a halt and gently tossed her onto his new bed. As he slowly removed his shirt, his gaze never left hers.
Violet bit her lower lip softly as he undid his pants. Dylan crept up on the bed, slowly reaching for her and undressing her.

Violet’s little dress was removed, leaving her completely naked as he removed the lace underwear she was wearing. He pushed her down onto the bed, yanking her hair away from her neck.

“You are mine, Violet, and no matter what, remember that Dylan will always love you,” he said softly as he moved closer to her lip. Violet nodded with a smile.

He rubbed her small nub gently with his hand as he moved it down her stomach. He simply adored this woman, and he was determined to show her how much he adored her, even if it meant proving it to her every day.

She was getting used to it and was much happier as a result. Relaxing in the tub while thinking about Dylan made her smile, and someone noticed.

“You look brighter and happier, ma’am. I’m glad to see that,” Mary said.

Mary was her chief maid, a woman who had worked for her for over a decade and was very loyal too.

“Thank you very much, Mary. What exactly are you doing in here? I didn’t say anything about wanting something,” she asked seeing this woman she didn’t think she would see.

“No, ma’am, there is someone here to see you, and I just wanted to double-check with you.”

“Who is it?”

“They are your brother and sister.”

“Does that mean Mike is here?”

“Yes, and Lucy as well.”

“That’s great news, but I’m afraid I won’t be able to leave my tub.”

“That’s why I wanted to double-check with you. It will be disastrous if you discontinue your treatment in the middle.”

“All right, then, let’s do this. Prepare a couch and a table for them, as well as some refreshments. Bring me a bottle of wine and some grapes while you’re at it and pull the curtains down. I’d rather not have my brother see me naked.”

“I’ll take care of everything.”

“Send Lucy in for the time being,” she said.

“Right away,” Mary said as she exited the room.

She was perplexed as to why they were here. She’d find out in a matter of minutes. Lucy, who was overjoyed, walked in through the massive doors at that precise moment.

“Sis!” she exclaimed happily.