Saving Akira (Complete)

Chapter 5

      After several hours of getting Akira ready for the dinner party she smiled and nodded. “Girlfriend I wish I was as stunning as you are. You are going to knock our boss’ socks off! Okay I am going to go before he gets here. Call me tomorrow and let me know how it went I left my number on the nightstand. Akira you are going to be the most beautiful woman there everyone is going to be envious of you.” Quickly she hugged Akira and ran out the door before her friend could say a word. Sue spotted the limo pull in so she high tailed it down the back stares so that Jon did not see her there. 

     Within minutes of Sue leaving she heard a knock on the door and a low growling rumble. Oh yes she knew who that was there was no if ands or buts about it. Taking a steadying breath Akira opened the door. “Evening Jon.” As he went to say something about her living arrangements his eyes fell on her and his jaw simply dropped open. Standing before him in the dress he had Sue pick up for her.  

     No he had not seen it just yet so this was definitely candy for his eyes. There she stood in a black dress with a sweetheart neckline that dipped low enough to barely show the valley of her breasts. The bodice of the dress had an inlay of blue sapphire and silver sequins that formed beautiful flowers along with silver embroidery. The gown hugged her luscious curves all the way to her hips and loosened slightly there. Coming up the left side was a slit that went right to her thigh area that also had a contrasting sapphire blue accent that went the length of slit. As his dark eyes continued to take her in he noticed the four inch heels that were encrusted with sapphire blue glitter not to mention the smoky colored stockings she wore. Taking a deep breath his gaze traveled back up to her beautiful features which were gently framed by wispy little curls to soften the French twist her hair had been tucked into. “You look stunning.” 

     A soft shade of pink filled her delicate features as she took in a deep breath. Butterflies seemed to flutter around in her stomach not to mention the warmth that flooded her body. Softly she whispered “Thank you Jon. Though I think you need glasses. But thank you just the same. Let me grab my purse and we can go.” Turning quickly she went to grab her small black clutch purse. 

     “Akira before we go I have something else for you and I think it will go wonderfully with your beautiful eyes.” Stepping into the room he pulled out a jewelry box and opened it for her to look inside. The necklace was a pear shape cut emerald with sapphires clustering around it along with a matching set of ear rings. There was also an emerald and sapphire tennis bracelet to go with the ear rings and necklace since no jewelry set was complete without it. 

    She lifted her gaze from the jewels to look at him in complete and utter shock. “They are lovely. Are they on loan from the jewelry store?” Gently she took the ear rings and put them on. As she stood there admiring them in the mirror on the wall Jon pulled the necklace out and placed it around her neck. “No these are yours to keep. They match your eyes so well. I don’t know which is sparkling brighter you or the jewels. Simply stunning my sweet little panther.” He then turned her towards him and took one of her hands into his and placed the bracelet around her wrist.  

     “Jon I can’t keep these. It is enough that you bought the gown and shoes which must have already cost you …” In mid sentence he cut her off by brushing his lips to hers. In that moment Jon stole her very breath with another sweet gentle kiss. “Oh my…” Was all she could manage. 

     “Come it is time for us to leave. And Akira don’t think we won’t talk about your place of residence.” Damn she thought she was out of the woods on that. “We do not want to be late for the Burkshire’s party though perhaps a fashionably late entrance is indeed in order so I can show you off properly.” With that said he offered his arm and she placed her hand gently into place as he led her down the stairs to the limo. Tonight Akira felt like Cinderella going to the ball. All of her fears were shoved aside just for tonight.  

     Jon gave the driver orders to drive around for about a half hour before heading to the Burkshire estate. The driver gave Akira an appreciative look as he listened to Jon’s orders. His gaze darkened and a low grumbling sound filled the evening air. “Do not look at her like that. Mine!” The driver quickly lowered his gaze and nodded just as Akira spoke up “I am not yours nor am I anyone else’s!”  

     Not waiting for the door to be opened for her Akira opened it with a huff and slid into the limo slamming the door behind her. Both men blinked at her as she disappeared into the limo. “Sir I do believe you have your hands full with that one.” Jon muttered a few incoherent words then joined Akira inside the limo. 

     “Akira I’m sorry I did not mean to make you upset. But I will not let anyone look at you like you are a piece of prime pussy.” His voice was soft yet stern as he took a seat beside her. Not wasting time she quickly moved to go to the other side of the limo but Jon caught her and pulled her into his lap instead. “Why not Jon? That’s how you look at me like I’m some prime piece of p***y, just here for you to indulge in. Well let me tell you something…” she was fighting to get out of his lap as she continued talking to him, “I am no one’s property and I will never take a Mate. And you or no one else will ever get a chance to devour me.” 

     His grasp on her tightened as he pulled her closer to his chest. “Shhh Akira calm down. I am indeed sorry that I made you feel this way. Let’s just have a wonderful evening ok? No more talk of others or of Mating. Those topics have a time and a place but this is not it.” Finally she settled down but still leaned against him as rigid as an oak tree. For the rest of the ride they remained silent but not once did Jon let her move from her place even though she tried periodically. 

     All too soon the car came to a stop and she heard the driver’s door open. They must have arrived at the Burkshire estate. Finally he set her beside him so he could get of the limo as the door opened. Carefully she moved towards the door as Jon held out his hand. Since this was formal etiquette dictated that she take the offered hand for help. So being the good little assistant she placed her hand in his and stepped out of the limo. The place looked like a palace to her as she looked around letting Jon lead her inside. “Evening Ronald.” Jon spoke to the man at the door. “Evening Mr. Jacoby. They are waiting in the ballroom area festivities have yet to begin.” 

     With a nod to acknowledge Ronald’s direction Jon lead her through the massive area to a set of stairs that were wide and lead down two different sides. Taking the right he lead her down the small curved staircase to a larger one that descended into a huge area with shimmering chandeliers and other guests dressed to the nines. Akira’s gaze lifted to Jon as he smiled and moved to the top part of the second set of stairs with her. As they descended those stairs every eye on the room fell on the two of them. No not on the two of them but on Akira making her feel very nervous. Softly he whispered into her ear “They see how gorgeous you are so relax.”  

     To her own surprise she gripped his hand tighter as they made their way into the ballroom. “Jon this is not a dinner party this is a formal event.” Chuckling softly he responded, “This is actually a charity event combined with business. There is a dinner to go with this but later after the charity event is over. Akira you are breathtaking.” Once more that soft shade of pink filled her features.  

     “Come dance with me.” Sweeping her into his arms as they reached the bottom of the steps they moved to the music as if they were one entity. Jon was totally mesmerized by Akira’s beautiful eyes he had never seen eyes quite like hers. He could not help but to wonder what they would like all dazed from the throws of an o****m. His panther was nagging at him to find out but Jon the man knew he had to take it easy with her.  

     After the song came to an end Jon did not let go of her and they kept swaying lost in the moment together. Unfortunately that moment was short lived as Jon’s partner and best friend Cameron came over and tapped him on the shoulder. “Hey give someone else a chance to dance with the beauty in your arms.” A low rumbling growl came from Jon as he turned to see Cameron. “Mine.”  

     “Whoa Jon check your panther this is the wrong place for that.” He said loudly enough for only Jon to hear. However, to prevent an issue Cameron backed up and Jon let go of Akira completely. In that moment Akira gathered her thoughts and bolted for the ladies room without a word. Her panther was snapping at her wanting to get at her Mate and all she could do was hold her panther at bay and attempt to remind the creature that they could not have a Mate right now. 

     For the rest of the charity event Akira politely declined any and all dances with anyone who asked her to dance. As for Jon he felt really stupid for the way he acted and tried to apologize on several occasions but failed miserably as Akira always retreated anytime he got close enough to her. When the time came for the dinner party portion of the evening she took her place at Jon’s side with her hand placed lightly on the crook of his elbow. Not a word was spoken as Jon escorted Akira to the table where they were assigned.