Naughty Before Christmas (Decadent Delight Series #3) (14 page)

There was no way in hell she could live without
Reggie tasting her, making love to her, watching her come apart in his arms, listening to her soft pleads for release.
There was no way she could go without him pumping inside her
, making damn sure she knew she belonged to him and only him
.

She wanted everything he had to offer. Everything he was willing to give and after five years there was plenty and she was certain the
re was even more to come. There had never been a dull moment in their relationship… ever.
How in the world did she think she could live without him?
Before she had a chance to explore the question further, Reggie’s thumb grazed her clit. Berlin’s head jerked backwards and she cried out as her body
tightened around his fingers. An orgasm shook her to the core.
“
Yess, yesss
!” she whimpered softly, trying to keep anyone still in the building from overhearing.

As soon as her breathing slowed, Reggie lifted her into his arms and carried her over to the desk where she found
herself on her back with him positioned
between her legs.

“It’s been too long,” he said as he slid the trousers down off his ass and without a second to lose he pushed hard inside
, penetrating her eager body.

Berlin gasped then moa
ned as he filled her and then he began to move, slowly at first. She watched as he gritted his teeth fighting to maintain control.

“
You feel so good,” he moaned between pumps.

Berlin wrapped her legs around his waist, drawing him deeper. Her hands skimmed along his tight ass
where she dug her nails into his dark flesh, causing him to growl.

“
Yes,” he whispered, as he reached down cupping her butt, lifting her off the desk then they both focused on the way their bodies were joined. The sight of him sliding in and out of her kitty caused her body to quickly become aroused again. Reggie continued to stroke and she felt her wetness surrounding him.

“
Berlin?” he said, while every muscle in his arms tightened with
tension and manly strength. “Look at me.”

She met his gaze, her heart skipping a beat. His eyes were
deep and so dark, dangerously black
.

“This is yours and only yours. There is no other woman I want to make love to but my wife.” He managed between thrust. “Do you believe that?” he asked as he pumped harder.

“
Yessssssss
,” she panted breathlessly. “I believe that.”

“Believe
what? Tell me what you believe,” he demanded and sounded almost desperate.

“I know I’m the only woman you want. The
only woman you’re making love to.”

With one quick, deep thrust
, her eyelids lowered and she moaned as he continued to pound into
her body.

“That’s what I’m talking about. This is my pussy. All mine,” he gro
wled.

The desk squeaked as he
thrust harder. Berlin moaned and began to squirm beneath him. Each stroke was deeper and better than the last. Each thrust brought them both closer to the edge. Reggie’s breathing suddenly became heavier while she rocked her hips matching his rhythm. She felt his body tense and another hard pump, Reggie cried out her name.

A
nd she didn’t give a damn who heard them.

Breathing heavily, Reggie staggered
around the desk and lowered onto the chair. Berlin rolled onto her side and grinned at him while she struggled to catch her breath. He looked sexy as hell with his pants still down at his ankles.

“Boo,
” he finally said between breaths. “I’m sorry about what went down at the house. But I was telling the truth about me and Lyric.”

Berlin
gazed into his worried eyes and shook her head. “I know. Lyric came to see me yesterday,” she confessed in a husky whisper. “But you are never to keep secrets from me again.” As soon as she managed to sit up on the desk, Reggie slid her down onto his lap.

“I promise,” he said
while trailing lazy kisses along her neck and jaw.

She drew back and frowned.
“Good, because I can’t raise this baby alone.”

“Like hell you will.” He looked so serious it frightened her. “I’d never let that happen. I told you before
… my children will never grow up without their father.”

Grinning, she replied,
“Well, good. I’m glad we got that straight.” Leaning in, she brought her lips to his again, and was given a hungry kiss. “No more secrets or beautiful women trying to get my husband’s attention,” she teased and was relieved that things were finally getting back to normal between them.

“No more
,” Reggie said and then added, “Matter of fact, get dressed. I wanna show you something.”

Her brown eyes widened.
“Now?”

“Yes, now
,” he said and a smile curved her lips.

As soon as they were dress
ed, they slipped into their coats. Berlin said goodbye to the last of the staff and headed out to Reggie’s SUV.

“We’ll pick you
r car up later. Now get in,” he insisted and they climbed inside.

Reggie
cranked up the Christmas music and hit the interstate. “Where are we going?” she asked then laughed.

“Woman, just wait and see,” he said with a wink.

Berlin laced her fingers with his and stared out the window at the snow that was starting to come down again. By the time they had jumped onto Interstate 40 she knew where they were headed.

“We’re going to Chesterfield?”

He nodded. “Yeah, I want you to see something out at the house.”

She sat on the seat anxious to see what new updates had been made.

When they finally reached the subdivision, she stared ahead and gasped, the entire house had been draped with Christmas ornaments. “Oh, that is beautiful!’

“I’m glad
you like it.” He looked pleased. “The boys did it this morning.”

W
reaths decorated all the windows on the front, and colorful lights lined the house, porch, and all of the bushes. As soon as the car had come to a complete stop Berlin was out of the seat, admiring the beautiful white snow that blanketed the large yard.

Reggie came around and took her hand and led her up the stairs where a
n even larger wreath hung from the front door. He stuck the key inside and moved aside so Berlin could enter first. The second she stepped inside, she spotted the ten-foot Christmas tree.

“Oh my, it’s beautiful!” she cried as she walked over. It had been decorated in gold bulbs and ornaments.
As her eyes swept the room, Berlin realized the entire room had been decorated and staged for real estate showings. The draperies had been hung and high-end furnishings were arranged around a beautifully stoned fireplace.

Berlin
took her time walking through the entire house taking in all the upgrades and décor. She had to admit Lyric was good at what she did.
Damn her.

“You like it
?”

She
nodded her head. “I love it.” Her eyes swept the grand staircase. “I am certain this house will go fast.”

Reggie’s
arms tightened around her as he turned her around slowly in a circle. “I already sold it.”

“What?”
She gawked and couldn’t help but feel a sense of loss. It was silly, she knew it, but it would have been great to have pretended just a while longer. “That’s wonderful.” She forced a smile.

“C’mon.”
Reggie released her then took Berlin’s hand and led her back into the living room, and over to the Christmas tree.

Berlin
glanced over at him. “How come you didn’t buy a tree like this at home?”

“
Because this house is bigger. Much bigger,” he murmured almost dismissively and then he reached underneath the tree and she noticed the red box. It looked so small in his big strong hands.

“What
’s that?” she asked.

“Open it an
d see.” He held it out and she hesitated almost afraid at what she might find inside. She gulped. “But it’s not Christmas yet.”

“It will be in a couple of hours and this gift can’t wait. Now open it
,” he insisted.

Grinning with curiosity, s
he took the box, untied the ribbon then removed the top, and looked inside. “What is this?” she said as she reached in and removed a key.

“I
t’s a key.”

“I know that
, silly.” She paused and grinned. “What’s it to?”

“It’s the key to this house. Merry Christmas.”

She met the grin on his face. “What? This is
our
house?”

“Yep.”

“
Oh my goodness
!” Berlin shrieked and clapped a trembling hand over her mouth. After a few seconds, she blurted, “Wait a minute… how can we afford it?”

“I’ve been keeping a secret from you
,” Reggie replied with a wink.

Her breath stalled. “You have?”

He nodded. “A couple of weeks ago I won the lottery.”

“What?”
Her stomach tightened. “You won?”

“Yes,” he calmly acknowledged
.

Berlin shook her head in disbelief.
“All those years I teased you for spending money ….”

“
… and it finally paid off,” Reggie replied. “I won… rather
we
won three million dollars.”

Overcome by emotion, her
eyes widened and she must have looked ready to faint because Reggie suddenly lunged forward and swept her up into his arms, carrying her over to an overstuffed beige couch, and took a seat with her on his lap.

Berlin was certain she had
swallowed her tongue. “
Oh my God
!” she said, trying to clear her throat. “Did you say,
three million
?” she repeated hoping she had heard him correctly but needed to be sure.

Reggie
nodded. “I bought the ticket when I was in Jefferson City.” He shook his head and she could tell he also was having a hard time believing it. “Since you loved this house so much I decided to give the boys their cut and keep it for us.”

Her eyes traveled around the room again
with tears running down her cheeks. “You hired Lyric to do all this?”

“That’s why I didn’t want to tell you
,” he told her, flashing a smile that revealed his perfect white teeth.

He’
s hiding something.
The words seem to hang in the air. Now she knew what that
something
had been. Berlin gazed up into his eyes and swallowed tightly before saying, “Will you ever be able to forgive me for being so stupid?”

Lowering his head to hers, their lips met and clung.
“All’s forgiven,” he murmured. Berlin exhaled while Reggie ran his warm lips along her neck and throat. “I love you, boo.”

Her voice was husky with emotion.
“And I love you. Thank you for my present. My gift will seem cheap in comparison.” She had bought him a MacBook.

He groaned softly
and wrapped his arms tightly around her. “All I want for Christmas is my family,” Reggie replied and pressed a protective hand to her middle. “You think you can handle that?”

Berlin
gazed at him as tears crowded her throat. “I think I’ve got that under control.”

“Yes, you do,” he whispered
while tenderly kissing her lips.

This was
going to be the best Christmas ever.

They were having their annual New Year’s Eve party. Bright lights. Laughter. Motown music. Their family and friends surrounded the large Christmas tree.

B
erlin waltzed around the room, eyes beaming, enjoying the sight of their first holiday in the new home. Glancing around, she grinned proudly. It would be weeks before they officially moved in. Nevertheless, she had insisted they bring in the New Year’s celebration in Arbor Meadows, inviting all of the people who were closest to them.

She spotted
Dereon and Christina standing under a mistletoe locked in a warm embrace and a kiss that was so R-rated she felt heat flush her face. Max, Trey, and B
raxton were standing around the fireplace debating football over the beat of the music. Smiling, Berlin shook her head. She was going to have to work on getting those three married.

Her parents and
Eileen were sitting on the couch while her niece and nephew ran around the room. The rest of the guests were coworkers, friends, and her in-laws—Reggie’s brother and mom, Hazel, who was considering moving closer so she would be near her first grandchild when he or she arrived. Reggie was already planning on buying his mother her first house.