Ashton Lombardi POV

 I wonder if this is what they would call having a crush or is it deeper than that? Whatever it is I know for sure that I want her, I need her and I will not let anyone else have her. She's mine. 

I was staring at her as she looked around my office and looking at the view from outside my huge glass window. She's beautiful, enchanting and MINE. 

I shake off the possessive feeling that is starting to get slightly overwhelming, even for me. I want her to look at me. I want to see the beautiful orbs, sparkling as they enchant me and stare back into my soul. 

I came out of my trance once again and cleared my throat. 

"Angel?" please pay attention to me. 

"Oh sorry, I was distracted. Well, I hope you enjoy the food!" 

"Of course I will Angel, your cooking is the best I've ever had. Ever since I had a taste of your cooking I really can't seem to enjoy any other food except yours.

A tinge of pink shade embrace her cheek and I couldn't help but chuckle and caress it softly with my thumb. And, as if I have no control of my body, as soon I see the pink shades turned red I move towards her and kiss her cheek.

Wait, what? Did I just do that?

As I pull back, she and I was shocked by what just happened. I got out of my shocking state and soon become anxious. Is she going to distant herself now I made a move like that? Does she want to end whatever we have right now and walk away? or worse, leaving me and not wanting to have anything to do with me ever again? But, NO! I won't let that happen. I will chase her and I will have her with me no matter what. I..

I was cut of my thought as I hear her voice. 

"um... sorry..." she said softly and quietly. I look closer to her face and now realised that she looks more embarrassed and shy instead. I sigh in relief quietly to myself.

"Sorry? why are you sorry angel?" I once again caress her still rosy cheek.

"I... I don't know. I ... just.. I really don't know what else to say." she started to play with the end of my tie still blushing profusely.

"Angel. I hope you know by now that I have a feeling for you. I like you, and I'm sorry if I'm too forward with my action towards you but whenever you are around me I just lose my mind. My action is uncontrollable, it's like it has a mind of its own and its only thought is to have you within my reach; I just want to hold you and have you by my side. Do you feel the same way towards me Angel?" I look deeply into her eyes, letting her know how I mean every word I said. 

But now, I'm nervous to what she will say. 

"Ashton, I too feel like I have feelings for you. I don't know what it is since I've never felt this way before nor have ever been in any sort of relationship. But I know for sure I like to have you around me, be with you and spend my time with you even cooking for you." she now hold both of my hands, and it feels just right. 

We both now smile at each other, but I'm more like a Cheshire cat and she well, like an Angel she is. Her beautiful, sweet smile. 

"Well, Angel. Since we now know about our feelings, can I... I mean do you..." I started to stutter and get up, pacing myself back and forth trying to find the best way to ask the question that,hopefully, can help us proceed into this relationship. 

I'm a CEO goddamnit! I need to think fast and execute this well. I can't just ask the question just like that without preparation. My angel deserves more than that. I need to show her that I'm serious. With that in mind I made my decision. 

I stopped my pacing and turn back to her. I sit back to my previous spot and hold her hands, firmly yet gently but I can't help but to rub my thumb on her hand feeling her soft skin and for the sake of calming myself down. Good Lord help me!

"Angel, would you like to have a date with me tonight?" Are you kidding me Ashton? You sounds like a high-schooler! How stupid can you be? Can't you get any lamer than that?

During my self-criticism my Angel was grinning as if knowing that I'm having a crazy battle to my innerself. "I'm sorry Ashton.." and that did it. My heart crush and I was about to let go of her hand until she took it back and now hold it firmly as the role is now reverse.

"Please hear me out, you didn't let me finish." I was about to cut her in until she place her index finger on my lips. I'm liking the gesture and can't help but to let a small smile as I look into her eyes once again. "I would LOVE to have a date with you tonight!" and now her grinning is back before she wink at me. 

You will be the death of me Angel. I thought but it seems I instead said that outloud based on the sweet, melodious sound of laughter coming from her. I smiled and chuckle at my ownself. Yup, I'm smitten by her.

"Well, enough with that. We should eat our lunch now, you don't have much time I bet you're busy with your schedule." With that we continue our lunch in a comfortable silence added with shy, loving glances and smiles we throw at each other. 

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I was rushing myself back home as soon I completed the schedule which I had arranged so I can prepare myself for my date with Angel tonight. 

I have called Angelo this afternoon as soon my Angel left my office for his help. I mean, he has been through the stage of getting whipped and preparing for date so I need his help. No, I don't need ideas for the date but I need his and his girlfriend help to set this up.

I know my Angel, not much but that's only for now, she is not the fine dining or five-star restaurant woman. She is modest, down to Earth and love simplicity. For that reason I decided to have dinner by the beach with the view of stars and sound of waves. I'm CONFIDENT that she will love it.

I have sent my driver to arrange the set up by the beach ready, as well the boat. I'm planning to take her to my boat so we can spend more time together. I want to spend as many more time as I can with her, be it day and night.

I quickly shower and change before I walk into Derek's room. I knocked and walk into the room finding him watching piano play tutorial on his phone. 

"Derek, you want to learn how to play the piano?" I asked curiously. Wow, did he know his dad used to play all kind of instruments including piano, bass, guitar and drum?

Derek simply shook his head not saying a word to me. I nod my head but still feeling a little lost. Then it clicked, it may have something to do with my Angel. 

My Angel. 

"Well, Derek I'm going out tonight I hope you finish you homeworks if you have any. Also, eat, shower, brush you teeth then sleep okay?" I said gently and slowly as I ruffle his hair. This boy needs a haircut. 

Derek simply nodded his head and wave his hand as if telling me to take my leave now. Obliging to his want I wave back at him before I left his room.  

I quickly take my car key and head towards my car. I made sure to use the car fragrance just to show her how much I really pay attention to details for this date. I will make this the best first date she will ever have and will always remember.

I was so happy and relieved when she told me that she has never been in any kind of relationship. That applies to me too, if we're talking about the serious ones. The world knows me as player, casanova, manwhore but that's because I have my sexual needs and work stress that overwhelms me most of the time. That's how sex comes into the formula, it's only use as my temporary solution. Yet now, it's a different story; now that she is here I don't need those flings.

I will only need her, but I have to be careful and not to lose control. I can't rush and scare her. Today is only a kiss on her cheek and I can't do more than that and hug. Yes, hug too - definitely. I need to always have her in my arms, maybe I can hold her hands too. That would be wonderful, to hold her soft, smooth hand. Definitely.

On my way to her place I stopped by at a floristry to get my Angel a beautiful bouquet of flower. I want to take this seriously hence why I got out of my car as soon I park it and take my time look around the shop so I can find at the best flower arrangements. And there, I found it - beautiful, just like my Angel.

I ask the shop assistant help to double the amount of the flowers to make a bigger bouquet for my Angel. As soon that was done I went back into my car and resume my drive towards Angel's place. 

I quickly make way to Angel's condo door. Outside the door I quickly check myself, making sure everything is perfect. I even called Angelo and my driver to make sure everything is ready for my date. Once that's done I check my breath, hair, clothes and lastly the flower arrangement before I knock on her condo. I know she may have seen me through the intercom video when she let me in, but I don't know how she looks like. 

Yet, I know even before seeing her that she will always be beautiful, perfect, flawless and Angelic. 

I can hear the clicking sound of her heels coming closer to the door and finally the door is wide open. I couldn't help but have my eyes bulging out, jaw dropped and breath hitch from the beauty she held before me. 

My Angel, you are definitely going to be the death of me.

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Below is Ashton's expression when he saw Zia. LOL

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