**New York City
One of the maids came to inform Ariana in her room that Marco was back from his trip to Los Angeles. Excited, she rushed out of her room and headed straight to his quarters. She didn't even bother to knock and entered inside, finding him naked.
A wry smile curved her lips as her eyes roamed his body slowly. She felt her thighs pool instantly with desire. She found it amusing that seeing him naked had such an effect on her.
"You're back." She managed to keep her voice steady despite her desire.
"Ariana, you surprised me." He shook his head, a hint of amusement in his eyes.
"It's not as if you bother to knock either," she scoffed, taking quick strides towards him. "How are you?"
"Great, at least the Moreno Estate is now in our power." He smiled, wrapping his arms around her waist.
She noticed his lips tightened slightly. "Is there a problem? You don't sound too excited."
