The Sweetest Temptation
Chapter 43: The date

Chapter 43: The date

"So where are we going?" Beatrix asked nervously as she descended from the stairs.

Damien was standing at the end of the stairs, dressed in a dark gray suit with a white silk shirt he’d left open at the collar.

His hair was combed back, his chiseled jaw shaved and his sensual mouth set in a tight, impatient line.

He looked sinful and solemn until he looked up and smiled, his amber eyes bright and appreciative as they slowly took her in.

Beatrix blushed but forced herself not to lower her head in a self-conscious gesture.

She was wearing a simple black long sleeve bodycon dress that her best friend Stella gave to her paired with stiletto heels.

She had brushed her hair down and let it float in loose waves around her back and finished the look with her favorite piece of jewelry her dad had given her.

It was a pair of big pearl earrings framed by a cluster of small diamonds around it and its matching necklace.

"You’re beautiful," was the first thing Damien said as he straightened up and stepped towards her , his hand reaching up to catch a lock of her hair.

Beatrix has always been insecure about the way she looked but with Damien she felt the most beautiful. He never failed to remind her how cute or beautiful she was.

Beatrix smiled up at him and closed her eyes briefly as he swooped down for a quick, breathtaking kiss.

Now she was obsessed with his kisses.

"Thank you," she breathed softly, placing a hand on his lapel. "I’m not sure where we’re going but I hope I’m not under-dressed for it.Dressing isn’t my strongest strength."

Damien shook his head and moved his hand down so his fingers now traced the curved neckline of her dress.

"You’re gorgeous . You’re gorgeous and you’re mine."

Damien looked like he was in a bit of a trance as he said that and laughter bubbled up in her throat, drawing him out of it.

He blinked and smiled slowly before stepping back and offering his arm.

Beatrix took his hand and he walked them to the car waiting for them. Damien opened the door for her.

"Thank you."

"Welcome princess."

Beatrix smiled softly at him while he closed the door.

The scent of rich leather and cologne overwhelmed her sense of smell. She watched as he rounded the front of the car.

Something stirred inside of Beatrix, and she bit her lips while studying his frame. The suit that he wore seemed to cling to his shoulders better and she couldn’t help but think about his perfect body.

He climbed into the car and instructed her to buckle up before driving off.

Beatrix gathered her hands on her lap and peered out of the window after following his command.

Curiosity was killing her. She wanted to know where he was taking her.

"So....where are we going? I hope you’re not planning on kidnapping me." Beatrix pouted.

"It isn’t considered kidnapping when you willingly sit in my car." Damien remarked smartly.

"And by the way, I thought you wanted a date worth remembering."

"Ok fine." Beatrix groaned. "A clue? I deserve a clue, at least."

A smile crawled onto Damien’s face at Beatrix’s playful behavior.

She was so shy when he first met her but now he liked how carefree and comfortable she was around him.

"No, because it’s a surprise." He smirked.

"You and your surprises." Beatrix said, rolling her eyes.

"Did you just roll your eyes at me?" Damien asked, amused.

"Hmm I did. What are you going to do Mr. Niarchos?." Beatrix teased.

"That’s a first." Damien whispered under his breath.

"What?"

Damien glanced at Beatrix , chuckling. "It’s like with you, everything I feel. I’ve never felt this way before. Everything I do, I’ve never done before."

"So Mr. Niarchos hasn’t ever surprised a girl before."

Beatrix mocked playfully.

"Never."

A smile crawled up onto Beatrix’s lips as she turned her face away from Damien, watching the city pass before her eyes.

She didn’t really pay attention to the city when they were coming because she was preoccupied with her thoughts but today she realized how beautiful the city was.

After driving for thirty minutes, Beatrix couldn’t hold her curiosity any longer.

"Come on Damien, where are you taking me?

She pouted, constantly keeping her eyes on the surroundings for any clues that might reveal this mysterious place Damien was taking her to.

It’s not like she even knew any part of the city they were currently residing in.

"Patience Ms.Quinn, we’re just about here."

Damien assured.

Beatrix pouted, looking out of the window once more.

The busy road was slowly fading away as they continued their travels. Instead, it was replaced by a quiet road.

Their car was the only vehicle on the road right now.

However, before Beatrix could come to any conclusions, Damien pulled the car over to the side of the road stopping in front of a black gate.

Damien got out of the car, walking around to the passenger side to unload Beatrix. Carefully helping her out of the car, Damien secured his arms around her as he escorted her through the gate.

The place was dimly lit but she could see endless flowers and trees.

"Come on," Damien urged her as he led them on a pavement.

Beatrix sucked in a breath as they stopped by the entrance of a garden, marveling at the variety of small trees, ferns, vines and shrubs that filled the space.

The path around the garden was lit with warm glass lamps that glowed beautifully in the dark night.

Violins were playing a slow, romantic tune in the distance and they followed it, strolling through the winding path between the plants and flowers enjoying the cool night breeze.

In the middle of the large garden, a tall water fountain was standing there, water spilling from each side down into a shallow white marble pool.

Next to it, a cozy table for two was set, laid out with a dark red cloth, a bottle of red wine and two glasses on it.

Three violinists in black suits were playing on one corner and two servers, just as sharply dressed, stood waiting as they approached.

"Wow...you really went out for this date didn’t you,"

Beatrix breathed softly, broadly smiling at Damien.

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