Touch me like you mean it

Lara straddled Tyler lap , their mouths locked in a slow , hungry kiss that tasted like good bye. His fingers dug into her waist, trying to memorize the feeling of her one last time, while her hands tangled in his hair , anchoring herself in the moment before everything changed. Babe...... "he murmured between kisses breathless, needy. Do you really have to go? can't you just do the internship in my dad's firm? Why must it be that far? lara pulled back slightly, their lips brushing, still close enough to feel his breath against her skin."you know why babe.My mom already told your dad it's final . she wants me to work under her best friend firm.It's in Chicago, not Mars.It's just a different city . Different city, different people, different temptation,he muttered, sliding his hands up her bare back . Her tank top had ridden up during their heated session on the couch, revealing smooth,warm skin that he now traced with slow fingers. Lara sighed, leaning into his touch. "you 're being dramatic, it's just a year, not forever. feels like forever when I'm not inside you every night, he whispered into her neck. she gasped softly as his lips brushed the sensitive skin beneath her ear. The heat built between them again, but she forced herself to still remove his hands. "stop babe", she whispered, though her voice was shaky . We all have time in the morning ,my flight is till noon. He groaned but didn't argue. "you better not find some tall , muscular stranger out there that does it better than me". She laughed, pushing off his lap. "Now you 're just insecure. I'm not going there to fall in love I'm going there to work . Tyler watched her stand, her shorts riding high on her thigh , her long legs leading up to the only woman he ever wanted. you are trouble lara Daniel. And you love it, she winked at him. The next morning was a blur. Her bags were packed, her ticket checked three times, and after a teary hug with her mom, she stood outside her house waiting for her best friend. Jade's car pulled up fast, the radio blaring some breakup anthem that made Lara roll her eyes. "Girl"! Jade squealed , jumping out and rushing to hug her. "you're really leaving me for one whole year? I hate you". Lara laughed and hugged her tight. "you'll survive. I will always video call you everyday and maybe I'll meet some hot rich dude. Jade smirked . Girl, please. you've got Tyler. Don't be greedy. Lara laughed out loudly, I am joking girl. The ride to the airport was filled with jokes, selfies, and emotional promises. Jade dropped her off with a hug and a wave. "Don't forget us poor people when you're dining with rich men and sipping wine on rooftop",Jade teased. " You're the worst", Lara said with a laugh before disappearing into the airport. Chicago greeted her with wind, luxury and a private driver holding a sign with her name on it. She was driven through an upscale neighborhood where every house looked like a magazine cover. But when the car turned into the driveway, Lara jaw dropped. "Holy......" she whispered. The mansion stood like a castle - tall white, with massive glass windows, ivy - covered walls, and a driveway that circled around a marble fountain. Her family is wealthy but this was another level. "Lara, welcome. you look just like your mom when she was your age. Come in". Inside was even more overwhelming - crystal chandelier, polished floors, and art that probably cost more than her car. "you'll have ur own room upstairs., Mr Carter said. Dinner is at seven, My wife is thrilled to meet you.Feel at home dear. "Thank you, Sir. This is ...... beautiful". She was shown her room - a suite, honestly - with a private bathroom, balcony and a sheet that smelled like heaven. When dinner came, the Carter family was friendly and elegant. Mrs Carter was poised but kind , asking Lara about school life and her goals. Mr. Carter spoke about the firm and the training plan. One person, however, was missing. " Ethan won't be joining us tonight, Mrs Carter said. "He's out..... as usual. Lara smiled politely but followed her gaze to a photo on the living room wall - a tall , chiseled man in a tuxedo, smirking at the camera with a cocky charm. That's Ethan,"Mrs Carter said, noticing her stare." our only son". Lara stomach fluttered in a way she didn't like. That was the man she 'd be working with. She swallowed hard.play boys were the last thing she needs right now. but her eyes lingered on the photo.