Chapter 9

Chapter 9

Lily slowly opened her eyes , glancing at the clock it was almost noon , Damn I never sleep this late, as she started to move, her muscles screamed in protest from the events of the night before or should say the wee hours of the mornin’.  She grinned inwardly It had been a damn long time since she had good lovin’ like that . She cast a glance over at the person responsible for her very sore body. 

She stared for a few moments at the handsome face that lay sleeping, a soft snore escaping his lips “So cute . You could be trouble you know that “ she sighed ,  I so could fall in love with you but I can’t no way.  Its just a one nighter that is all Lily remember that! she scolded herself but as she did so her hand crept up and she slid a finger down his jawline.

Richie jerked awake at the soft touch on his face. He grinned, taking in the sleepy lady next to him. “Good morning, darlin’” he said softly, “sleep okay?”

She grinned then placed a sweet kiss on his lips  “I hadn't slept that good in a long time“ 

“Fabulous!” Richie said, raising his voice jokingly. He pulled Lily closer, kissing her deeply. “You, my dear, are pretty damn amazing.”

A blush crept across her cheeks “Stop you can give a girl a complex “ she replied teasingly “ Though have to say my body isn’t too happy with me right now “ she ran her hand across his smooth tanned chest . 

He raised an eyebrow, “You know what would help,” he said slowly, climbing out of bed and scooping her up in his strong arms, “a nice, hot shower. Hell, I’ll even help ya, gentleman that I am.” He strolled into the bathroom and set Lily on the toilet seat while he started the water. 

“I could get used to this pampering, you know “ Lily replied with a sweet smile .

Richie winked as he took her hand and helped her into the shower, and proceeded to wash her slowly with the cloth that hung on the rack. “Every beautiful lady deserves a little pampering,” he answered as he kissed her neck and shoulders. 

Lily leaned back a soft sigh of contentment escaped her lips as well as the lower regions were beginning to warm to his soft touch.  “How could anyone let you go? They must have been out of their head- crazy “ 

Richie smirked, “Everyone makes mistakes darlin’,” he answered, “me included.” He chose not to say anything else as he scrubbed her clean, then handed Lily the cloth. “My turn,” he grinned, wagging his eyebrows. 

She took the cloth and gave him a wicked grin , soaped up the cloth and slid down to his long legs and gently ran the cloth over them,  then slowly worked her way up his tall frame, taking extra care around his hips.

Shooting him a ornery glance , she then took him in her hands ,rubbing so slowly  “And to think I was in love with this shower without you in it “ Lily grinned devilishly.

Richie groaned, he had been trying to be a gentleman but fuck if she didn’t have him acting like a horny teenager. “Lily baby if looks could kill,” he grinned as he met her twinkling eyes. He took her hand and helped her stand back up, kissing her passionately as he softly nudged her up against the wall. 

Lily gasped at the quickness he had her against the wall , her arms encircled his neck as she returned his kisses wholeheartedly. 

Richie slowly slid inside of her, feeling her walls tighten around him as he slowly began to rock her gently against the wall of the shower. Then he grinned, one eyebrow raised. “Poor neighbors,” he winked. 

“I’m not that loud am I ? “ she snickered then buried her face into his chest , biting down as she rode out another wave that crashed around her. Her fingers digging into his shoulders for support.

They climbed higher and higher under the hot spray of the shower, until Richie finally climaxed, his head slumping on Lily’s shoulder. “Damn baby you wear me out,” he sighed jokingly, kissing her forehead sweetly.

“Me? “ she feigned innocence “ You did say it was your turn and I was just doing what you asked! ‘

He chuckled as he rinsed her off once again, then did the same for himself, finally shutting off the water. “Yeah but look you got me all pruny,” he guffawed, showing her his fingers. 

“Aw poor baby “ she took his hand and kissed each finger “You’re fingers are callused, I didn’t take you for a workin’ man? “ 

Richie paused, not yet, let this normalcy last as long as it can, he thought to himself. He shrugged, “I’ve had a long life,” he grinned, “This old man just picks up scars as he goes,” he replied, attempting to distract her with a dazzling smile. 

Lily reached for the towels, handing one to Richie then dried herself off “ You ain’t that old ? “ she quirked an eyebrow “ Are you ? “ 

He laughed, “I dunno, what would your guess be?” he asked, genuinely curious. He knew she was quite a bit younger than he was, definitely. 

“Umm” she gazed him over intently while she slid the towel around her , tucking it securely between her breasts “ In your 40’s - 45 maybe ? “ 

Richie grinned sheepishly as he wrapped his towel around his waist. “Well, I’m flattered. I just turned the big 50, actually,” he replied, running a hand through his hair. 

“Really? You don’t look it “ she smiled flipped her head over and twisting the second towel around her hair .

He laughed softly, “Well that’s good I guess. Especially standing next to Jon, the man’s pushing 50 and barely looks 40 some days,” he rolled his eyes. 

“Yea maybe if you go for the boyish look , I prefer a man “ she winked then ran her hand across his chest . 

Richie guffawed, his head tipping back in laughter. “God, it’s good to hear that some days,” he replied gratefully. 

Lily paused , gazing into the sadness that coated his eyes “ Hey , Its true . You are just what I needed . Hell I didn’t think I was woman enough to keep a man happy and I thank you for that “ she smiled sweetly and with all sincerity.

He pulled her into a hug, kissing the top of her head. “Darlin’, first of all you are one amazingly beautiful woman and you kept me happy all night. Trust me on that one. And second,” he added, tipping her head up and kissing her soft lips,  “thank you.”

OH damn he just had to be so prince  charming like didn’t he ? I’ll never see him again and oh the fuck well go with it Lily for as long as it lasts. “Thank me for what ? “ 

Richie grinned sweetly, “I’ve needed this for a long time.” he replied simply.

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Claire rolled over slowly, watching the gorgeous man that slept beside her, one arm draped over her chest. She chuckled at the drool stain on his pillow, rolling her eyes. You are too damn adorable, she giggled, yet sexy as fuck too. She scooted over, curling up close and running her fingers through the few curls that draped over his closed eyes. I could get used to you.

Jon yawned then peered through cracked eyelids and flashed a boyish smile “Mornin’ “ he stretched then sat up against the headboard “What time is it ? “ 

“Noon,” Claire replied, smirking. “Why, problem?”

His eyes widened “You’re shittin’ me ?!! I never sleep that late “ He bellowed “Na , well not til later have a meeting at 4 “ he shook his head with disbelief.

Claire reached up and kissed his frown, “Chill, hon,” she said, laughing softly, “You have plenty of time. You were tired,” she winked.

He chuckled “ Yea, just never happens is all “ then reached over and brushed a stray hair out of her face.  “So what do you have planned for the day ? “ 

She grabbed his strong hand, holding it tightly in hers. “Hadn’t planned anything specific,” Claire replied, “but I should probably meet back up with my travel buddy eventually,” she grinned.

“Hey! Since I  prolly have to pick up my buddy why don’t we all have lunch together” Jon suggested as he leaned in dropping a kiss on her lips.

Claire nodded, “That works just fine. I just need my phone and I’ll check in with Lily,” she slowly rolled out of bed and wrapped a blanket around her body before padding out to the living room where she’d left her clutch. 

“Okay that kills two birds with one stone “ Jon chortled “I’m gonna take a quick shower feel free to join me when you’re done “ he waggled his eyebrows then padded off to the bathroom.

She dug her mobile out and sent her friend a quick message, then tucked it away again, grinning as she heard him start the shower in the bathroom. She tiptoed in, watching silently through the glass door as Jon stood with his back to her under the water. She dropped the blanket, slid open the door and stepped in, wrapping her arms around him and placing her hands on his chest. “You sir,” she giggled, “really have to have the greatest ass I have ever seen...”

An hour and not so quick shower later,  Jon and Claire were headed back to the hotel . “So whatta think of NY so far “ He asked with a devilish twinkle in his eye while he drove threw the afternoon traffic . 

“I really do love it here,” Claire answered, “I came once with my parents when I was little, but haven’t been back since. I tend to stray from big cities these days,” she rolled her eyes, grinning, “This trip though has been quite eventful already, I have to admit,” she winked. 

He reached over and rubbed her leg “Yea have to say I’m glad I was home for a change or I might have missed out on your company “ 

“Do you travel a lot with your charity work?” she asked, curious as she took his hand in hers. 

Jon bit his bottom lip , debating how to word his profession “Yea and work also takes me away from home alot “ 

Claire looked over at him, “Work other than your foundation?”

“Yea, I’m a businessman “ Which was the truth , he did run a business so he wasn’t lying 

She nodded, “Obviously a successful one, judging by that fabulous penthouse,” she replied, laughing softly.

He joined in her laughter “Yea after many years of busting my ass “  

“Well then congrats are in order,” Claire grinned, squeezing his hand as they pulled up in front of her hotel. 

He smiled , threw the car into park ,stepped out of his Hybrid, handed his keys to the valet and walked to around to open her door “Thanks you’re just too sweet “ he reached for her hand and helped her out of the car. 

She shrugged, “I try,” she winked. “You’re pretty gentlemanly yourself ya know,” she added as they walked through the lobby and into the elevator. 

“Well ,only to lovely ladies like yourself “ He winked “My friend would tell you a different story , that I’m an asshole “ 

A few moments later they were on Claire’s floor and headed towards her suite.  “Wonder if they’re decent “ He grinned ornerly.

“I texted her what, an hour and a half ago?” Claire chucked, “I sure as hell hope so!” She slid her key in and opened the door, playfully covering her eyes as she stepped in. “We’re here!” she called out, “is it safe?!”

“Of course its safe why wouldn’t it be? “ Lily feigned innocence  “We been waiting to order lunch whatcha do stop and have a quickie before you got here “ 

Richie barked in laughter at the embarrassed facial expression that flicked over Jon’s face for a split second. “Wouldn’t surprise me in the least,” he joked.

“Fuck you , oh Lily did he pull let me help you line “ He guffawed as he pulled out a chair for Clair then seated himself beside her.

It was Lily’s turn to blush , she dipped her head down starting intently on her  glass of soda.

Claire snorted, “She probably faked needing help in the first place to get him to ask,” she winked at her best friend. 

“I DID NOT!  I had some serious aches and pains “ Lily protested adamantly , her gaze held steadfast on the glass, refusing to meet their amused looks. 

Richie chuckled, taking Lily’s hand. “I was just being a gentleman,” he added, backing her up.

Jon nodded “Sure , you were just so gentlemanly in the shower . Coffee baby? “ he asked reached for the silver container then poured himself a cup then leaned over to fill Claire’s.

The joyful banter continued as the 2 couples ordered and waited for their lunch to arrive.