The walk to her house was silent, Lanoir kept sneaking glances and wanted to admire him. She couldn't deny how handsome he was. She walked with her bike on the inside of to her right while he was on the outside of her. Closer to the street he didn't place his hood back on his face, and she could see that he was pretty comfortable with that. He wasn't only a man of the night.

Turning her head she looked at the window that held small puppies in it and smiled. It was a pet shop she passed all the time when she went for her bike rides and always loved to look inside the window. She was tempted to take them all home. But she knew she didn't have the space for a litter of puppies.

When she turned back around her brown eyes clashed with his grey eyes, as he was clearly watching her, blushing she looked away.

"You usually have a lot to tell me , your oddly quiet today?" he asked

Turning the corner they finally landed on her block. "Well today has been strange and my brain is trying to comprehend all the questions I have. So don't worry I have a lot to say and Like early I think we should not..."

"Dont," he said while standing in front of her door. "I have to go, but we will speak about this later. Get your thought together and we'll speak later." she said while walking down the stairs and walking away.

Lanoir watched as he walked further and further away.

...

After showering she ran the thick fluffy towel through her hair Lanoir had completely forgot that she was required to attend a gala with her boss tonight. She wanted to call and tell him that she couldn't make it but she knew it would be unprofessional since didn't call days before. So she dresses in a floor length deep hunter green silk dress that had small pearls around the bodice. She swept her hair up and curled the ends. Than she allowed some curls to frame around her face and neck. After that she slipped her pearl earing and necklace on. Her outfit was very classy. After that she put on a pair of cream colored heels.

Leaving a note on the table she left the address on it so he knew where she was. Getting into the company sent limo she headed off to the event.

Entering the large pristine building she enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the event. The color scheme was golds , white and creams. That was brought together by the large shiny chandelier in the ballroom. Waking up the steps she handed her jacket into the coat room and grabbed a glass of champagne and made her way over to the table.

"Ah Lanoir you look stunning." Lillian stated as she sat next to her husband her boss.

Smiling she st to her right and smiled.

"Thank you Lillian, as always you look beautiful." she said throwing her a small smile.

They made polite smile talk. Lanoir was bored out of her mind. She tried to think of a reason to leave but couldn't come up with a legit reason.

"Lanoir our company should say a few words once the floor is open. There are some great potential customers here."

"Yes, of course." she replied while taking a sip from her glass.

She turned around , her eyes looking around the croweded room looking for no one in particular, when her eyes landed on Mr.Dunham. He was dressed in a navy blue suit that looked liked it cost thousands. She watched as he stood up and made his way towards her.

"I have to say that you look absolutely breathtaking this evening Ms. Swells." he said while standing in front of her

"Thank you Mr. dunham , you look very nice this evening. Are you here chatting t up with these big business moguls? "

"Not to be rude but I'm bored out of my mind, actually." He said while laughing

Lanoir laughed and nodded her head.

"How about we dance?" he asked while offering his hand.

Smiling she agreed and grasped his hand. They made their way to the center of the dance floor. Standing face to face he lowered his right hand to the middle off her back and with the left grabbed her left hand. Moving to the beat of the music they moved together.

"You dance very well Ms. Swells." he said close to her ear.

"Thank you. But only because i'm counting the steps inside my head , Mr.Dunham." she laughed. Lanoir wasn't the best dancer, but she knew enough.

"Please call me Jeffrey also I would like to apologize once again for my poor behavior the first day we met."

"It fine , It wasn't the first time that I was mistaken for a assistant, but it gives me great satisfaction when i can prove them wrong."

"And you sure did. I might be moving fast but I think that you're a wonderful women and was wondering if I could take you out to dinner sometimes?"

"Like a date?" she questioned

"Yes like a date." he smiled

"Do you mind if I cut in?" A deep husky voice questioned

Looking over her shoulder Lanoir was surprised to see him here. Blushing as she saw what he was wearing. He wore a expensive black tux with a silk black tie and black shirt. His black hair was slicked back leaving a small piece that grazed his forehead. His hand was focused on jeffery as his eyes traveled down to the right hand that was on her hip.

"Yeah sure, I have to go speak to someone, Lanoir Ill see you later okay ? " he asked while giving her a smile

"Yeah sure M.. I mean Jeffery." She said

She didn't even have time to questioned him when she was slowly moving again. They danced in tempo with the music.

"I didn't think you would show up here." she asked while looking up at him.

"I told you I would see you again tonight." he said while glancing down at her

Lanoir still couldn't get over how perfect he was. His jaw was chiseled to perfection. Lanoir had only seen men like this in fashion magazines.

"You look beautiful tonight Lanoir. Your always beautiful to me though." he said while bringing her even closer.

Lanoir had been told that all night but when he said it she couldn't help but feel butterflies in her stomach.

"Thank you." she whispered

"How long have you've been here?" I didn't see you come in." she asked

"I came in when you were dancing with that man. Are you to together?" He asked in a very blank tone.

"Oh.. and no we're not together he's just a client with my job. I'm not with anyone."

"Well i'm with you here like dancing and stuff but I don't think were like Together Together." she rushed her words out.

She felt his muscles relax when she said that she and Jeffrey weren't together. She looked up and gazed into his beautiful grey eyes. She realized in that moment that he cared for her. Bringing his hands to her chheck he carresd her lips. They parted her warm breath fanning against his thumb. It felt like time stopped as he bent down, his eyes never leaving hers. Turning her head up she felt his lips against hers. Her lips parted in awe as he deepened the kiss , pulling her closer. Chest to chest. The hand holding her head angled it to the side, settling his lips fully on hers and the hand on her waist grabbed her hips more firmly. Lanoir allowed herself to fully give in a just enjoy what they were sharing.

Pulling away for air she looked around and was glad that no one had cared about the pair making out in the middle of the floor.

She was about to say something else when she saw her boss making his way towards them.

"I.. I have to make a speech." she stuttered, barely able to get the words out. She squeezed his hand and made her way up the steps.

"Good evening Ladies and gentlemen my name is Lanoir Swells and I am the head of Security implication at Security Co. Our business is well known to guarantee excellent quality services that will efficiently protect you business and products." She smiled at the crowd "if you want safe, secure and proven technology please don't be shy and come see us. Thank you." she said while heading towards the back of the stage so she could make her way back to him. But she was stopped as she was roughly pushed against a wall. Her head bouncing on the wall, her vision became blurry. She felt herself being dragged somewhere.

She tried to get a grip on herself , feeling the cold air hit her face she knew she was outside. Ignoring the pain in her head she started to fight harder she couldn't see who her attacker was but she knew it was a male by his voice.

"I don't even know what's so special about her."

Crying out in pain as her arm was twisted behind her back.

"Stop moving or the process will be painful. It doesn't have to be if you comply."

So she did the exact opposite. She fought harder. She felt the edge of a knife press against her neck . the sharp blade dug into her flesh creating a small cut. A bead of bright red blood slide down her neck. Hissing in pain she closed her eyes,

The arm that was around her neck was swiftly yanked from her neck and she heard a cry of pain. Turning around she saw that her guy had the other one pinned to the ground. Landing a swift punch he jumped up and pulled her behind her. Her back touching the damp brick wall.He stood in front of her shielding her from the danger.

The darkness of outside made it hard for lanoir to see properly. Her breathing sound so loud against the silence. His body stood sharp and alert his body ready for any movement. The man who tried to kill herv was clearly some kind of trained fighter. His entire aura screamed dangerous. But she also knew that her man was also deadly and cleary was trained. She had witness this the first time that they had met. Lanoir didn't know his reason for harming people, she didn't even know his name but she knew that he could protect her. She trusted him because deep down , she knew that she meant something to him and that he meant something to her. The kiss they had shared proved that.