To Say Goodbye

Chapter 19

Xander's POV

Just a few more days... A few days and she will be where she belongs, in my arms.

It has been nearly three weeks since she left. Three weeks since I last saw her in person, embraced her soft skin, kissed her perfect lips, tasted her sweet nectar.... Three. f*****g. Weeks.

Of course, we have talked everyday on the phone, lots of texts and even some video chats. However, it's just not the same. I want to be able to see her beautiful face. Play with her silky hair. Touch every inch of her short curvy body. I want her... no, need her.

What is wrong with me! I swore I would never be involved with a woman outside of s*x, but I crave this woman like no other. Every fiber of my being is consumed with her. While my head constantly barks against it.

I wonder what she is up to right now. I pull out my phone and call Paul, one of the guards watching over her.

"Hello, Mr. King." Paul said in a hushed tone.

"Report Paul." I say curtly.

"She has been busy getting ready for that big booking for tonight. She ran around town picking up last minute supplies, then went to her shop to set up and decorate. I have eyes on her from across the street. I can see here through the shop windows. Her decorations are awesome, by the way." Paul reported.

I chuckled. "Yeah, I heard she's got a knack for decorating. Could you send me a pic?" I asked hopefully.

"Sure, boss. Just give me a second. There are people in the way right now... ah, there. Picture sent sir." Paul exclaimed.

My phone chimed receiving the picture. "Thank you, Paul. Keep up the good work. Remember not to get too close, I don't want you to freak her out. Just keep an eye on her and keep her safe." I order quickly.

"Of course, sir. She wont know I'm here unless she needs me." He replied.

"Good, I'll call tomorrow for another report." With that I hung up and opened up the picture.

"Beautiful..." I mutter looking at my phone. She was helping customers wearing jeans, a black tshirt, and a black apron with some different colored paint on it. Even dressed like this she is mesmerizing. The corners of my lips turned up when I zoomed in on her face. She was laughing with an employee. Her pearly whites were on full display.

"What's got you grinning like an i***t? Let me guess, your 'little temptress'." Xavier stated providing air quotes with his fingers. I gave him one of my f**k off looks. He laughed unaffected. "She'll be here before you know it."

I only sighed and turned back to the pic of her.

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Maggie's POV

I'm finally going to see Xander again! I have missed him terribly. Our phone conversations have been good, but they don't compare to the real thing.

I was just zipping up my suitcase when there was a knock on my door. I walked over and looked through the glass. There stood a bulky bald man on my porch. He was dressed in fine clothes.

"What can I do for you?" I asked through the glass of the door.

"Ma'am, my name is Paul. Mr. King asked me to take you to the jet." He answered calmly.

"Jet? I thought I was just going to drive myself..." I questioned hoping he could clarify.

"Both bosses said it would be faster and more comfortable for you. I'll take your bags whenever you are ready ma'am." Paul explained.

"Okay, let me grab them for you. I'll be right back. Oh, and please just call me Maggie."

They sent a jet? Wait, they own a jet? I grabbed my suitcase and purse and headed out the door. I passed Paul my suitcase and walked with him to a black car. He placed my suitcase in the trunk while I slide into the backseat. Paul then entered the passenger seat. There was another man in the driver's seat, but I can't get a good glimpse of him.

This was my first time on a private jet. I was in awe the entire time. I have never been surrounded with so much luxury before. The seats were spacious and super comfortable. The flight attendant offered me complimentary drinks and food, but I wasn't hungry. She brought me the ginger ale I asked for. I think the flight only took about 40 minutes.

Now, I'm here.

I'm smiling trying to imagine how he will react when he sees me. However, Xander is a complicated man to figure out. When I first met him, he was rude and cold. He still is, but there are moments when he is open and more vulnerable.

"There's my favorite spitfire!" I heard someone shout as soon as I exited the jet. James was standing near the bottom of the stairs with a massive smile on his face.

"James!" I squealed running down the steps to give him a hug. He embraced me in a warm hug and chuckled. "I missed you! Where is everyone else?" I questioned peeking around him.

"They had to attend an important meeting, so they asked me to be your welcoming committee this time. Trust me Maggie, he wanted to be here." James said with a knowing look. I ducked down slightly embarrassed. Was I that obvious?

James talked my ear off the whole ride. We finally pulled into the garage of a massive building when the car stopped. "James, where are we?"

"We are at the office. Welcome to King Industries, Maggs! Xander wasn't able to come to you, so I brought you to him. Come on!" he smiled at me as he exited the car.

We took a private elevator to the top floor. I'm guessing that is where Xander and Xavier's offices are. The elevator doors opened to a waiting room. There was a reception desk in the middle of the room and a nerdy looking young man with glasses was sitting behind it. He looked at James and smiled great big. "Hi-ya, James." James gave him a little wink as we walked by and the young man blushed furiously.

James lead me down a hall to Xander's office. He opened the door for me to step in. "Wait here, I'll go see how much longer it will take." I walked further into the office and scanned over the room. It was massive. He had a sitting area to the right with two black couches and a coffee table. His desk was to the far left with two chairs in front for guests. I could see a door on the left wall, probably the bathroom, but I didn't check it out. I got distracted by the incredible view out of his windows. He had a perfect view of the mountains in the distance. I walked up to the windows to soak up the amazing sight.

"Beautiful." a deep whisper came from behind me. I jumped and turned to Xander. He was smiling slightly at me.

"Yeah, I could get used to this view" I returned his smile.

"So could I." He said still looking at me. My heart skipped a beat at that. He walked towards me slowly, until he was less than an inch away from me. Xander bent his neck down and I felt his hands embrace my face. His lips tenderly caress mine. It was so soft, I wasn't even sure he was actually kissing me. He rested his forehead against mine and said "I have missed you, my little temptress. So damn much." Then his lips came with more urgency. I could feel every emotion he was trying to poor into me and I reciprocated each one. We parted panting heavily. Xander still had his hands caressing my face and mine were resting on his chest.

"Come on, let's go home and get you something to eat. Mama Rosa has been preparing all day." He stated still breathing heavily. I laughed and nodded my head with enthusiasm. I love Mama Rosa, she is the absolute sweetest.

At the house, we all ate together around the dinner table. Mama Rosa told me all about one of the shows she has been watching and then she started telling embarrassing stories about the guys. All of them were chipping in or trying to explain the events that lead up to such situations. I couldn't stop laughing at all the interactions.

"My favorite was sophomore year after the homecoming game when James was in his truck getting all hot and heavy trying to go all the way with that cheerleader. You remember... Kathy!" Xavier was laughing hysterically at the memory.

"I would have succeeded too, if you jackasses didn't put all that hay in my ventilation system!" James gave him a playful glare.

"We heard them making out, but they had to stop a few times to sneeze. Apparently though, Kathy was trying really hard to hold hers in, so she could continue to make out with James. We heard all this moaning then suddenly there was a series of harsh sneezes and then we heard him yell out 'Ewe!" We immediately opened the door to find James had thick, green, slimy snot all down his face and jersey while Kathy McCormick was still trying to control her sneezes. She had a string of snot running from James' shirt to her nose! She was so mortified when she looked up and saw him covered in her bugers!" Andre chimed in wiping tears at the memory.

"Hahaha the best part was when she wiped her nose on his snot covered jersey and said 'it's already gross. I know that this was totally a turn off, but that was the best sneeze of my life. My sinuses are so clear now'." Xander added with a deep laugh, imitating a girls voice.

"Yeah, then she asked to meet the same time next week." James sighed.

We all looked at each other then busted out in laughter again. Mama Rosa only shook her head.

After all the stories, we cleared the table and headed to bed. I was heading to the same bedroom I stayed in before when Xander grabbed my hand and led me in the opposite direction.

"This time, you'll stay in my room."