Chapter 5 Episode 5

Emma's point of view

Ok. It's possible that I went a little too far. Max didn't like my idea at first, so he needed some persuasion before finally agreeing with me. He may not have asked me to beg her if she said no, but when things are inadequate, desperate measures are needed.

How did it get her here? Sí?

She said yes, which is one step closer to her getting the job full-time.

Max needs to stop being stubborn and see that Ara is the best choice for the job. Also, I have a feeling about those two.

God bless you. Should my husband be here and find out what I'm up to, he would tell me to do something else.

He must be rolling around in his grave.

I laughed. May God bless his soul.

Max POV

It's real now. I now have enough shares in Hyatt Hotel and Resort to run it. It will soon be known as the Maxwell Hotel, Spa, and Resort. As I walked towards the house, I thought to myself.

Because I was so excited to see Aria again, my heart was racing. I thought about her the whole day. I thought about going to see her again. It kept coming to mind what she would like. Does she get along with my daughter? It was amazing that I could attend the meeting this morning with everything going through my head.

I could hear music coming from the living room when I opened the front door. I could hear people laughing and giggling as well.

"Turns me around," my daughter said while she couldn't stop laughing.

I checked out what they were doing by going to the living room.

They were having fun.

The scene in front of me made my heart feel soft. I had to hold back a groan when Aria began to shake her behind.

How will I stay sane while this beautiful woman dances in my living room?

Damn. She also has some pretty cool moves.

I could feel myself getting tough.

Good morning! This can't be taking place.

Come up with something gross.

Poop, dead rats, snot... That does work.

My daughter saw me when she looked up.

"Daddy!" She yelled as she wriggled out of Aria's arms.

I stood there, and Aria was shocked when she turned around.

She's turning pink. She's red in the face.

"You're home, Daddy!" She said as she ran towards me. I grabbed her and put her next to me.

I told her, "You looked like you were having fun," as I tickled her.

She broke out in a fit of laughter. "Daddy, we were dancing. She said, "It's so much fun!"

"I can tell," I told Aria as I looked at her. I saw her dancing around in my living room, and she looked shy about it. Of course, I saw that she turned even more red when she looked down.

I laughed.

She has already won the heart of my Principessa. Her bond with any other woman has never been so quick and eager. And I had no idea that any woman could make me feel this way until heat started building up in my loins again, and my heart started to pound in my chest.

Hey, Fanculo!

It's going to be so damn hard to put some space between us. She'll only be here for a day or two, which is good.

I knew my daughter should be in bed by now when I looked at her. Let me tuck you in, Princess. "My dear daughter, it's time for bed," I told her.

"Okay, Daddy, but I want Ara to come too," she stated.

I looked at Ara and raised an eyebrow to ask her a question. She looked shocked when Lia asked her to, and I felt the same way. "Well, would you mind, Ms. Canzano?" I asked with a shrug.

She just shook her head. She smiled softly at my daughter and said, "It would be my pleasure."

"Okay, then. I told her, "Let's get you to bed, principessa."

She laughed and reached out to touch Ara. At first, Ara looked shocked, but then she smiled, blinked, and walked over to her.

Lia squished her into my side with a hug. It felt like her chest was rubbing against my arm.

I tensed up, and I could feel myself getting excited.

Good morning! Poop, snot, dead rats, and puke. Poop, snot, dead rats, puke... Ok. Think about gross things over and over.

It felt good to say, "Let's get you to bed, principessa." I turned around and walked towards her room.

I tried to stay calm and relaxed. Aria is inches away from me, which makes it very hard.

I put Lia down on her bed when we got to her room. As I was tucking her in, she begged me, "Daddy, I want Ara to do it. Please..."

"Of course, lady. "Aria, you wouldn't mind, would you?"

No, she shook her head. "I'd love to," she agreed.

I saw her put my daughter to bed. She stroked her soft face and cheeks and then leaned in to kiss her on the forehead.

She said, "Good night, my angel." Good night, sweetheart...

Hey Ara, good night! Thanks for playing with me. It was so much fun. You're going to be back tomorrow, right?" She inquired.

I tensed up. Aria told me before I could say anything, "I don't know, sweetheart, but I loved spending the day with you."

My daughter responded with a sleepy yawn.

Aria laughed. She said, "Sleep tight, sweetheart," and then she moved away so I could kiss my daughter goodbye.

I kissed her forehead and said, "Goodnight, principessa."

She laughed. She said, "Goodnight, Daddy", and hugged me tight with her little arms around my neck. "I love her dad." Allow her to stay. She told me in my ear, "I want to keep her forever."

Emelia's voice was full of happiness and hope, making my heart feel thankful and uneasy.

In such a short time, Aria seemed to have won my daughter's heart.

How can I tell her we don't want to keep her? That she's not going to stay?

Before letting go, I gave my daughter one last hug. I kissed her forehead and said, "Sleep tight, mio figlia."

I turned to leave Aria's room.

While closing Lia's door, I heard Aria say, "You have a wonderful daughter."

I turned around and gave her a nod. "I do," I replied with a smile. "Thank you for watching her and taking care of her today."

"Not a problem," she said.

It was like we were meant to be together.

I could only hear us breathing. It scares me that she makes me feel things I've never felt. The focused look in her golden brown eyes made me feel like I could reach out and grab her and taste her lips.

I'm afraid to touch her skin because it's glowing. To feel how smooth and soft her skin is.

We were in a daze until I cleared my throat.

It's not right for me to think about her this way. I never want to show weakness again, and love makes you show weakness. Alex had been able to hurt me. I loved her more than anyone else... Would love someone again.

Love?

What do I mean?

My heart is now with Alex, and I will never love anyone else.

Once more, I cleared my throat. Bringing an end to the quiet and tension between us.

It would be better to talk in my office, I told Ms. Canzano, then walked past her to get to mine. She said nothing, and I didn't wait for her to answer. She just kept following me.

I closed my eyes and tried not to breathe too fast or slow. I feel like I'm getting closer to the danger of making Aria mine whenever I spend time with her. My mind kept going back to her body and how it would look naked as soon as I saw her. How she'd feel when I held her. What kind of lover she is. It makes me wonder how she will react to my touch and hug.

I was interested in what was so lovely about that spot between her legs.

The soft shape of her long, beautiful neck makes me think of how it would feel against my lips, what she would say. Will she get cold? Will she mutter? All these thoughts keep going through my head, and the more time I spend with her, the more I want to make my dreams come true. The more I feel her close, the more I want to know the answers to my questions.

I groan to myself.

In my mind, I shake my head to get my mind back on track.

Being able to think like this drives me crazy.

Lia is more important to me than my interest in and attraction to her. She treats her well and is suitable for her. There's no doubt about that. I need to keep an open mind and concentrate on what's important...

Wow, dio. I hope this is the right choice for me.

I turned the doorknob on my office door and waved for her to come in.

I went in after her.

I went to my desk.

I took a big breath and turned around to face her.

"Well, Ms. Canzano, how would you like to stay on as Lia's nanny?"