My Dad's Bestfriend

Chapter 31 Enamoured

Evelyn

Morning arrived sooner than expected, as the sun's gentle rays permeated the room through a slender gap in the curtains, caressing my face. Instinctively, I sought refuge in the warmth of Jacob's neck, eliciting a playful chuckle that assured me of his wakefulness.

"So you're awake," I mumbled, my voice laden with fatigue and grogginess.

How could I possibly summon any energy when Jacob had effortlessly drained every ounce of it from me the night before? My lower abdomen still throbbed, a testament to his unwavering vigour. The man was made of steel....everywhere.

"Yeah, I've been up for a while," he replied, tenderly tracing small circles on my back while planting kisses on my shoulder.

"Aren't you tired?"

I was genuinely curious. How could I feel utterly depleted while he radiated tenfold more energy, considering he had been the one responsible for our passionate escapades?

"That's the complete opposite of how I'm feeling right now," he snickered. "How can anyone be tired after such an incredible night?"

"But why do I feel so fucking tired?" I queried, lifting my gaze to meet him. Damn, he was breathtaking.

"Because—while it's true that I was the one exerting the effort, it was upon you that I bestowed it..." He paused momentarily, mischief flickering in his emerald eyes, "Oh, my apologies, beloved. I haven't worked on you; I've worked inside you. Would you like me to show you the exact spot?"

He attempted to move his hand towards my bottom, but I grabbed it soon as I could, stopping him halfway from his misdeed.

"Don't you dare." I glared at him.

There was no way in hell I was going to let him touch me right now. If he did, I knew without a doubt that all my self-control would crumble, and the consequences would be an intensification of the agony coursing through my body and my insides.

Jacob laughed, fully aware of my reasons. How could he not? Both he and I remembered every intricate detail of last night, and if it weren't for this relentless pain that sent electric shocks through me with every second, I would be the one seducing him right now.

There was no denying his prowess in the bedroom; it was fair to say he had kept me up for nearly the entire night.

"Okay, I won't," he assured me, pulling me closer and rubbing my back, as if trying to help me find solace, "Do you need Advil? I can get it for you."

"No, don't worry. The pain will fade away soon," I replied, snuggling even closer to his body, relishing in his comforting warmth, "What you can do is stay with me a little while longer."

"Your wish is my command," he said with a smile, pressing a gentle kiss on my lips, "What are your plans for the day?"

"Do I look like I'm allowed to make separate plans when it's none other than your best friend, AKA my dad, getting married?"

"I could help you."

"What's the catch?"

Reading Jacob was effortless for me. It was astonishing how quickly I had come to understand him. I could effortlessly discern his thoughts before they even left his lips. He was like an open book, though there were moments when he stood as the most enigmatic person I had ever encountered.

myriad of colours, and I was determined

spend some uninterrupted time together," he whispered in my ear, sending delightful goosebumps cascading

prying eyes?" I asked, deciding to play his game as I brushed

oddly satisfying allure in how his blue veins protruded, and the pace of his breath

said it a thousand times, but I'll say it

how frequently I voiced this sentiment, it would never alter the truth

your little tactics, young lady," he spoke, his tone both seductive and serious, "I'm quite certain the ache between your luscious thighs requires a few more hours to

you were the one who initiated it with your

right now," he chuckled, his voice husky and resonant, "But you wouldn't

arguments by resorting to... to these

really? So now you're accusing me

I nodded, "You are

there's anyone unfair between the two of us, Evelyn, you have to admit it's you. From seducing me since day one, to making me jealous by pretending your gay friend was your 'fake boyfriend of the day,' calling me a coward, and countless other foolish things, all leading up to making me lose every

antics I employed to lure him out of his shell was utterly hilarious. I had certainly gone to extreme lengths to push

calling you those things, but you can't really

nodded, his tongue darting out to lick his bottom lip as he slipped his hands around my hips and brought me closer to his body, "And now I'm

my eyes widened in

do

his chest, sheer disbelief

He feigned innocence, but the smirk playing at the corner of his lips revealed the true story. "You

me something I

prepared some explanations. All you need to do is narrate," he said, tapping my nose playfully as if I were a child, "So our plan is a go. Okay?" "Where do you intend to take me?" I asked, a frown creasing my forehead as I moved his hand away from my face, protecting my poor nose from his wrath. "Somewhere," he replied, smoothing away my frown with his thumb and

"Where?!"

somewhere far from this so-called

stupid. My dad's choice is

a bit clueless at times. How did he manage to include everything imaginable in

although this mansion is an exception, built in the middle of nowhere. Even the closest gym would take at least half an

at his lips,

I asked, "We came here primarily for a function, to spend quality family time, cherish rare moments, and reconnect my dad with old friends he hasn't seen in years, and got out of touch, including you. He didn't

occupied with his. And, of course, let's not forget how he managed to scare away your dates," he chuckled, his expression quickly fading into a blank canvas as he gently

me is, did you just indirectly call me that green monster?" He arched an eyebrow, and damn, he looked irresistibly sexy. From this view, I

don't want to admit it, but... you are too stunning for that. I must say, Mr Jacob Adriano, you've sculpted yourself in a way that no woman can take her eyes off

just moments ago he was

changed my mind and swiftly moved away, evading his attempt to seal my lips

was that?" His expression betrayed

my throat. "You're not

palpable, and I couldn't help but enjoy getting under his

"Because I said so."

attempting to lean in for another kiss, but once again, I skillfully evaded his advance. It was a challenge not to burst into laughter. His expression, a mix of confusion and frustration,

said-I won't