12 HIS INTENTIONS

A day had passed since their intense kiss and Nova hurting his ego, but because of it Ambrose has been absent minded throughout the weekend and kept thinking of the kiss. 

Ambrose was very early in the office today because he wanted to try and distract himself with something so as not to think about Nova and the kiss. He was busy analysing the company's ledger when he saw Adriana enter his office. With a scowl on his face, he stared at Adriana who wore a one shoulder side spliced dress that was too short in his eyes. One wrong move, and he bet he could almost see her underwear.

" Good morning, darling. Why didn't you wake me up so we can come to work together? " She asked, walking towards his seat.

" I'm busy. " Ambrose muttered under his breath as he dropped his gaze back to the ledger in his hands. His attention completely focused on it which infuriated Adriana because he was ignoring her.

How is it possible that this happened? She had made sure to wear this dress to work this morning, and nearly every man she encountered on the way there had his mouth open and was admiring her appearance. However, Ambrose acted differently, as if he didn't give a damn about what she was wearing. She expected that he would be angry and try to cover her flesh like a jealous husband, but he didn't.

She stood there for a while as she thought about how to get his attention before a charming smile emerged from her mouth.

" Do you like what I'm putting on? " Adriana asked, moving closer to him and sat on his lap sliding her hands to loop around his neck.

" What do you think you're doing? " Ambrose asked, annoyed. " Will you get up from there? You disgust…" He was unable to complete his sentence because as soon as he glanced over Adriana's right shoulder, his eyes met with Nova's. Their eyes met for a second and the corner of her mouth twitched into what could be a grimace or a smirk - and then it was gone. The expression on her face infuriated Ambrose and his jaw clenched. She doesn't seem affected by seeing Adriana on his lap. However, why would she? Adriana was his wife but he couldn't help but feel annoyed that she doesn't even look a bit hurt or jealous.

" Are you sure you want me to? " Adriana's seductive voice cut into his thoughts, unaware of the tension in the room. " I miss your touch and-- " 

Ambrose smirked and grabbed Adriana's chin in his hand, his grip gentle yet firm, fingers like marble.

His mouth settled unexpectedly on hers, covering the word even as she spoke it. Adriana stiffened at the feel of his firm lips on hers. Seven years passed since he finally touched her intimately, and it was as if they had never been apart. She remembered the scent of him, the way his mouth bit at hers to make it open just as it had the first time and every time he'd kissed her. She remembered the sound he made in his throat when he dragged her face under his with rough, warm hands. 

The memories brought goosebumps to her skin and she reciprocated the kiss. She could feel butterflies in her stomach as he kissed her roughly, biting and sucking on her lower lip. She moaned into the kiss, enjoying the moment in his arms. 

" He really missed me too. I can feel it by the way he is kissing me. He can never get over me just yet. " She thought excitedly.

Ambrose kissed Adriana as he held Nova's gaze for a long moment. He wanted to spite her, to make her feel jealous but she still remained unfazed as she watched them kiss in such close proximity and Adriana on his lap.

Nova cleared her throat in order to gain their attention. She was fully aware of Ambrose's intentions. They stopped kissing and Adriana turned to glare at who dared to disturb them but seeing it was Nova, she couldn't help but glare at her as she shuddered with rage. How dare she try to interrupt their sexual tension?' Adriana thought. 

There was no doubt that Adriana didn't like her one bit. And similarly, there was no doubt that Nova felt the exact same way. Adriana didn't know why but she felt threatened by Nova's presence. She couldn't help but be anxious to get the information she needed on Nova's past as soon as possible.

" What are you doing here? " Adriana hissed.

" Excuse me...I came to return the designs to Ambrose. I didn't know you were going to be here. " Nova said with a forced smile.

" He's my husband, of course, I'm going to be here. " Adriana replied irritably.

" The house design for Mr Smith is too old-fashioned and doesn't reflect his lifestyle. I don't think he will be satisfied by the outcome and it might become a huge loss to the company. " Nova pointed out to Ambrose, not beating around the bush.

" What…! " Adriana gasped. " What do you mean? I am the Product Manager of this company and I understand my client's needs. Or, have you forgotten that I'm also the CEO's wife? " She retorted with a nasty inflection.

" Have I? " Nova gasped while acting unaware. " I've got an idea for the house design. " She volunteered to Ambrose, who appeared to be deep in thought.

Ambrose zoned out, lost in the gaze of the rhythmic movement of Nova's lips. She was talking but he wasn't listening, barely heard a thing from the two women, as his eyes darted between her deep, brown eyes and her smooth, slicky, glossy lips. 

He wanted to push off Adriana from his lap and draw Nova close, lean in and kiss her, notwithstanding the sense of danger around her.

" Darling!!! " 

Ambrose quickly came out from his daze and his eyes darted from Nova to Adriana whose face was flushed with anger.

" What did you say? " He asked Nova.

Adriana raised a brow as Ambrose's question was directed to Nova. She stared hard at Nova, contemptuously, her eyes sharp and immediately hostile.

" I said I have an idea for the house design. " Nova smiled gently, despite her urge to laugh at Adriana's face.

" I really can't believe your audacity. " Adriana lashed out.

Nova drew in a deep breath. " My audacity? " She said as she gave Adriana a chilly look. "I should also point out that I own shares in this company. If Mr. Smith vehemently disapproves of the house design and word spreads, the company would suffer greatly, and I will also suffer as a shareholder." She firmly added.

Ambrose didn't say a word, but his expression showed that of amusement. Adriana was expecting him to speak, but he remained silent.

To be continued...