The CEO's Contractual Wife (Olivia and Ryan) novel Chapter 147

Chapter 147

Chapter 147

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When we finally arrived at the estate, Alfred was waiting to greet us, despite the late hour.

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“Good evening, Mr. Carter, Mrs. Carter,” he said with a slight bow. “I trust the gala was enjoyable?”

“It was, thank you, Alfred,” I replied. “You didn’t need to wait up.”

“No trouble at all, sir.” His eyes crinkled at the corners. “Mrs. Carter, shall I bring some tea to your room?”

“That would be lovely,” Olivia said, and I noted how easily she’d adapted to having staff. “Thank you, Alfred.”

“Very good, madam. I’ll have it sent up shortly.”

As Alfred disappeared toward the kitchen, Olivia kicked off her heels with a sigh of relief. “These shoes are gorgeous but absolutely murderous.”

“Want me to carry you upstairs?” I offered, only half–joking.

“I think I can manage,” she laughed, picking up her shoes. “But I appreciate the chivalry.”

We made our way upstairs to our bedroom suite. Olivia immediately headed for the bathroom to remove her makeup, while I loosened my tie and shrugged out of my jacket.

“Did you enjoy the gala?” I called out, unbuttoning my shirt.

“I did, actually.” Her voice echoed slightly from the bathroom. “Aside from Victoria’s commentary, it was fascinating to see that world up close.”

“The charity circuit can be tedious, but the causes are usually worthwhile,” I replied, hanging up my jacket.

Olivia emerged from the bathroom, face freshly scrubbed. Without makeup, she looked younger and somehow more vulnerable. She’d changed into silk pajamas that flowed with her movements.

“The work they’re doing for those kids is amazing,” she said, sitting on the edge of the bed. “I had no idea you funded an entire research wing.”

I shrugged, suddenly uncomfortable with her admiration. “It’s just money.”

“No, it’s not just money,” Olivia insisted. “It’s lives. Those children have a fighting chance because of that

research.”

“Well, when you put it that way…” I smiled, unexpectedly pleased by her perspective.

A soft knock at the door announced Alfred with Olivia’s tea. I opened the door to find him holding a silver tray with a porcelain teapot and cup.

“Your tea, Mrs. Carter,” he said, placing the tray on the bedside table.

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“Perfect, thank you, Alfred,” Olivia said warmly.

“Will there be anything else, sir?” Alfred asked me.

“No, that will be all. Goodnight, Alfred.”

“Goodnight, sir, madam.”

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After he left, Olivia poured herself a cup of tea, the fragrant steam rising between us. She looked relaxed now, the tension from the gala melting away as she settled against the headboard.

“I’m going to change,” I told her, heading toward the walk–in closet.

I left the door fully open, a habit I hadn’t bothered changing since living alone. Loosening my bow tie completely, I tossed it onto the dresser and unbuttoned my shirt, shrugging it off my shoulders. The cool air of the closet hit my bare chest as I unfastened my belt and removed my pants.

I glanced toward the bedroom, catching Olivia watching me through the open doorway. Her eyes widened slightly as I hooked my thumbs into my boxer briefs and slid them down my legs, stepping out of them completely.

Blood rushed south immediately as she continued to stare, her lips parting slightly. I hadn’t planned on giving her a show, but her reaction stirred something primal in me. My cock twitched, beginning to harden under her gaze. I made no effort to cover myself, instead stretching deliberately, giving her a full view of my naked body.

I grabbed a pair of black silk pajama pants from a drawer. I slipped them on without bothering with underwear, the silk material doing little to hide my growing erection.

I walked back into the bedroom, noticing how the thin material of Olivia’s pajamas clung to her curves. Her nipples pressed against the silk, clearly visible and obviously braless.

“Is that Earl Grey?” I asked, sitting beside her on the bed, close enough that our thighs touched.

“Chamomile,” she corrected, offering me the cup. “Want some?”

I took the cup from her hands, our fingers brushing. “Thanks.”

Taking a sip, I watched her over the rim of the cup. Her hair was loose around her shoulders, slightly mussed from where she’d removed the pins that had held it up all evening. Without makeup, her face had a soft vulnerability that stirred something protective in me.

“You look beautiful like this,” I said, handing the cup back.

“Like what? In pajamas with no makeup?”

“Exactly like that, Natural, Relaxed.” I reached out to tuck a strand of hair behind her ear. “Not that you don’t look stunning all dressed up, but this… this is nice too.”

She smiled, ducking her head slightly. “You’re just saying that.”

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“I never just say things.” I let my hand linger, trailing down her neck to her shoulder. “If I didn’t mean it, I wouldn’t say it.”

Olivia shivered under my touch. “The tea’s going to get cold.”

“Fuck the tea,” I murmured, taking the cup from her hands and placing it on the nightstand.

Her eyes widened at my language, but I could see the pupils dilating with desire. I leaned in slowly, giving her time to pull away if she wanted to. She didn’t.

Our lips met softly at first, a gentle press that quickly became more. I cupped her face with one hand, deepening the kiss as she sighed into my mouth. Her hands came up to my chest, fingers splaying across my bare skin.

“Alexander,” she breathed when we broke apart.

“Tell me you want this,” I said against her lips. “I need to hear you say it.”

“I want this,” she whispered without hesitation. “I want you.”

That was all I needed. I kissed her again, harder this time, one hand sliding down to cup her breast through the thin silk. Her nipple hardened against my palm, and she arched into my touch, a small moan escaping

her.

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