Alex could see the enthusiasm in her smile. It was apparent she was enjoying making him work for it. He could not blame her since he had woken her from a deep sleep.
She could barely open her eyes, but he forced her with a bit of persuasion and seduction. But in his defense, he hardly slept last night, wanting so much to hold her and have her.
Seeing her glowing the entire night during the party but unable to touch her was complete and utter torture. But he understood that she had an obligation to fulfill for her father and the company. So, he waited for his turn.
"You don't know how hard it was to control myself last night, seeing you wearing only those things." He told her, reminding himself that it had not been easy. "I had to take a shower to cool myself down."