The Off Limit Heist: Enemies to Lovers Mystery Romance by Theron Rachael

Author:Theron, Rachael
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: anonymous
Published: 2024-12-01T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter twelve

Shadows of the Past

Lucas

I stormed away from Emelia, every emotion haywired to torment me.

I had to save my son Claydon, no matter the cost. Even if it meant betraying Emelia's trust and handing over the painting that was our only solid lead.

The painting we hadn’t yet found.

I waved to the guards to stand down and stalked to the other end of the premises.

Unless it was a sniper’s shot, I was so frustrated right now that if anyone made the mistake of jumping me, they’d get the full pressure of my fury.

I paced for several minutes, letting the cold midnight air hit my shattered nerves.

But as I began to calm down, clarity pierced my anguish. The kidnappers had been so sure Emelia had the painting, but she didn't.

Which meant… Could Emelia have it on her without realizing it?

I hurried back, shame welling up inside me. She sat slumped in the chair, her whole face filled with sadness. I knelt before her, no longer caring about my pride.

I stroked her hair back. "Evelyn... I'm so sorry. I wasn't thinking clearly. You must have the real painting without knowing it."

Emelia searched my face, then nodded slowly. "It's okay, Lucas. We'll figure this out together, and if I have it, we’ll find it and save Claydon."

Her grace despite my harsh words stirred something in me.

She grasped my hands, anchoring me with her strength. I wouldn't have to sacrifice my son or betray Emelia's trust. There would be another way if we worked together.

I pulled her tightly into my arms, overcome with gratitude. My actions should have put distance between us, but Emelia's compassion bridged that rift in an instant. I knew then I couldn't imagine doing this without her by my side.

Kissing her smack on her lips, I asked Emelia a million questions about anything I could think of that might point to her having the painting in their possession. We kept on coming up with nothing.

Exhausted, we collapsed into bed still dressed. Lying there in the darkness, our fingers intertwined like two halves of a whole.

"We'll find your son and discover the truth, I promise you. You’ve been there for me from the start; now it’s my turn to be here for you," Emelia whispered. My heart swelled, knowing she meant it absolutely.

I leaned over and kissed her deeply. All the longing and connection between us ignited in that moment.

We gave ourselves over to each other, leaving no barriers. If tomorrow we succeeded or failed, tonight we were one.

My fingers ran over Emelia. Across her chest, over the curve of her hip, and then I pulled her panties aside and slipped a finger in between her legs. Emelia kissed me longingly and pulled off her underwear so she could spread her legs wider.

My fingers ran all over her vagina then lingered at her clit. I moaned when I felt the wetness on my fingers.

I pushed a finger into her, moving in gentle circular motions which made Emelia moan.

She sat up and helped me pull my bulging trousers off.

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