Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Joycelyn Maynard slept with her boss after the company retreat Now , watching him sleep beside her , her eyes traced the contours of his perfect abs as she swallowed nervously .
Does this mean … Im gonna he fired ? she wondered .
Ellison Grants piercing gaze met hers .
Were getting married .
take responsibility Her mind went blank .
Since when did successful men become so old fashioned ? One night together , and hes already talking marriage she thought .
Joycelyn , youre now twenty six .
Dont tell me youre still a virgi ? The teasing words from her colleagues at the company retreat echoed through Joycelyns mind as she leaned against the hotel corridor wall .
Having never been kissed , shed dodged their questions by downing several drinks , then excused herself , claiming intoxication .
Now she fumbled with her key card , the door stubbornly refusing to open .
Frustrated , she pressed her flushed face against the cool surface , only to stumble forward as it suddenly swung ward .
Ellison stood before her , his chiseled features cast in shadow .
Joycelyn blinked in confusion .
Why is he in my room ? she wondered , mesmerized by his commanding presence .
This has to be a dream Is there something on my face ? His eyes narrowed , voice rough with barely contained desire .
Mhmm .
The sound escaped her lips before she could stop it , soft and breathy .
Standing before this usually untouchable man , she recalled her colleague Selene Whitmores whispered words .
A man like Mr.
Grant must be incredible in bed , Selene had said , and now here he was , larger than life .
Joycelyns tongue darted across her lips as heat bloomed through her body.
If I cant have him in real life , she thought , at least I can enjoy this dream .
She launched herself forward , pushing the door shut behind her .
Mr.
Grant , they say any woman who gets to spend a night with you must be very lucky .
Her lips curved into a playful smile Care to test that theory ? The air crackled between them as their eyes locked , Ellison , his own judgment clouded by alcohol , felt his control dipping as her soft curves pressed against him .
Instead of pushing her away , he pulled her closer .
Is this what you want ? Huh ? he murmured against her ear, his proximity sending shivers down her spine .
Yes , she breathed , the word barely a whisper .
Her eyes , glazed with desire and wine , held him captive .
Up close his features were even more striking than the glimpses shed caught at the office .
She found herself tracing every perfect line with her gaze from his sculpted brows to his straight nose , finally lingering on his parted lips .
Her expression shifted from seductive to innoce as their eyes met again .
The way she looked at him he knew exactly what was going on in one fluid motion , he took control , pressing her against 12:52 Mon , Feb 10 D Chapter 1 the wall .
His fingers guided her hand to his belt , his voice husky with restraint .
Help me with this Before she could respond , his lips claimed hers in her first kiss .
e melted into him as he deepened the kiss , her inexperience yielding to his expertise .
482 Her heart thundered in her chest .
The kiss was both tender and commanding , more real than any dream could be .
Every nerve ending sparked with electricity as she fumbled with his buttons and zipper , following his lead .
Perhaps because she believed it was a dream , there was no pain only pleasure .
Under his gentle guidance , she even found herself taking initiative , discovering that the normally stern boss was surprisingly tender and skilled , though his starnina proved overwhelming .
The next morning .
Joycelyn drifted between sleep and wakefulness as footsteps approached .
Why does this dream feel so real ! she wondered , her brow furrowing as Ellisons voice reached her ears .
Reality crashed in as she opened her eyes to find him approaching , a towel slung low on his hips .
Her gaze traced involuntarily over his broad shoulders , narrow waist , and the tempting V line disappearing beneath white terry cloth .
Memories of the night before flooded her mind , each more explicit than the last .
Color rushed to her cheeks , then drained away just as quickly .
Mr.
Grant ! Why are you here ? She clutched the sheets tighter .
Last night , we … w … The words stuck in her throat as his eyes studied her flustered expression .
What exactly are you trying to ask ? He was curious .
I mean , last night , did we … Her tongue tied itself in knots .
We did .
His simple confirmation hit her like a thunderbolt , Clinging to one last thread of hope , she stammered , But did we actually … Yes , we did , he replied firmly .
Her sharp intake of breath echoed in the sudden silence .
Having regrets now ? His expression remained unreadable .
She wrestled with her answer .
Objectively speaking , her first time with a gorgeous , skilled partner had been incredible .
But sleeping with her direct superior ? That was career suicide .
Well , Mr.
Grant , she began carefully , I was drunk last night and barely remember anything .
Were both adults cant we just forget this and go back to normal ? His lips curved into a dangerous smile as he studied her .
Youre still in my bed and already trying to pretend this never happened ? Catching sight of the hickeys shed left on his collarbone , she pulled the sheets higher .
Then at least turn around so I can get dressed Instead , he moved toward the bed , his weight making the mattress dip .
Her breath caught as his handsome face loomed over hers .
She tried to retreat , but he caught her wrists , pinning them above her head .
12:52 Mon , Feb 100 Chapter 1 48 % 2 In their struggle , the sheet slipped to her waist .
Skin met skin , sending tingles of electricity through her body .
A shiver ran down her spine .
Mr.
Grant Her protest died in her throat .
Her heart raced as heat flooded her face .

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His weight pressed her into the mattress , the position simultaneously thrilling and mortifying .
The tension in his features as he held himself in check only made him more irresistible .
You said you couldnt remember anything , he murmured , his intense gaze holding hers .
Then let me refresh your memory .
Her blush deepened as she tried to look anywhere but at him .
Aglimpse of his taut muscles reminded her exactly how well- equipped he was .
Even as a novice , she knew that desire , once unleashed , was impossible to contain .
His masculine form pressed against her once more .
His teeth grazed her pale collarbone , drawing a soft whimper from her lips .
Mr.
Grant ! She meant to stop him , but her breathy moan betrayed her .
Now fully sober , she found him even more overwhelming than before .
This was the final day of the company retreat they were supposed to head back after lunch .
If they delayed much longer , her colleagues would surely notice .
But he seemed intent on taking his time ..
Please , she whispered urgently .
Soon , he promised .
She was losing her mind .
Biting her lip , she fought to contain the embarrassing sounds threatening to escape .
Just then , a knock at the door interrupted them , followed by the sound of executives laughing in the hallway .
Mr.
Grant , lunch is ready .
Well be departing for the office afterward , a voice called out .
Joycelyn grabbed this chance like a lifeline .
Mr.
Grant , we need to go .
We cant be late , and it would be terrible if anyone found out .
Her earlier boldness had vanished completely , replaced by panic .
Frustration flickered across Ellisons features at the interruption Rolling away , he grabbed his phone from the nightstand and made a call .
A ringtone sounded from the hallway .
Taking advantage of the distraction , Joycelyn clutched the sheet to her chest .
Spotting a white shopping bag with womens clothing beside the bed , she snatched it up and hurried to the bathroom .
Go ahead without me .
He spoke into the phone .
Till be down shortly .
The voices outside soon faded away .
Joycelyn dressed as quickly as possible , wincing slightly at her tender muscles .
As she emerged , another phone rang in the Ellison was buckling his belt when he reached for it .
Yes ? Joycelyn froze in the bathroom doorway , noticing that was her phone in his hand .
She lunged forward in panic , forgetting her soreness .
Her legs betrayed her , and she stumbled .
Still on the call , Ellison caught her effortlessly with one arm .
Hello ? He spoke into the phone .
12:52 Mon , Feb 10 Chapter 1 Joycelyn snatched it away , ending the call .
Her stomach dropped as she saw the caller ID Selene Whitmore .
K 48 % 2 Meanwhile , in the hallway outside Joycelyns room , Selene exclunged shocked looks with their coworkers .
Did a man just answer Joycelyns phone ? She paused , eyes widening .
And that sexy voice … it sounded exactly like Mr.
Grant Ө