Filed to story: Finding the Secret Daddy for My Baby Novel
His gaze also turned to her. He had no intention of telling her about the upcoming trip abroad. He wouldn’t allow her to accompany him because it would be a risky trip.
In the evening, Shirley was lying in bed when Imogen’s text suddenly arrived.
‘Shirley, did you bring your passport?” Bewildered, Shirley replied, ‘No, it’s with my parents.
‘How are you going abroad then? You will need it in three days, won’t you?’ ‘Why would I be going abroad?’ Shirley asked in reply.
‘To accompany Mr. Flintstone abroad! Didn’t you know?’ Imogen was surprised.
Since she had the opportunity to go abroad, she assumed Shirley would be joining. They would be able to watch each other’s backs that way.
Shirley immediately sat up, her mind buzzing. What? Zacharias is going abroad in three days? He didn’t even tell me.
She looked at the time and saw that it was already 11.00PM. However, the thought of Zacharias not informing him about the trip got her fuming. She didn’t even care about the time as she proceeded to lift the covers, get out of bed, and head to the third floor.
She arrived at the study first, only to find the room empty. She thought, He must have returned to his room to sleep. So, she knocked on his door.
Before the third knock, the door suddenly opened from the inside. Zacharias, only wrapped in a towel, looked at Shirley with surprise.
“At this time of the night? Is something the matter?” His eyes held a hint of a flirtatious and somewhat expectant smile.
“Yes. Are you going abroad in three days? Why didn’t you inform me to accompany you?” she asked directly.
He intended to secretly go abroad without telling her, but he didn’t expect that she would find out. He cleared his throat and explained, “I have enough bodyguards; there was no need to inform you.” “Then, include me. I want to go with you.” Shirley looked at Zacharias firmly.
“You don’t need to come along.” He was quite insistent on this matter. He wanted to leave her in the country.
“I want to go.” She behaved like a stubborn child, her gaze determined.
“I am going for work, not for leisure. I can’t take you with me.” He tried to persuade her.
She felt even more reluctant to back down upon hearing this. “Are you underestimating my abilities? Zacharias Flintstone, if you don’t take me, then I’ll go abroad on my own to find you.”
Shirley could do anything. Stunned, Zacharias gazed at her, wondering, Is she genuinely insisting on accompanying me? “Why do you have to come with me?” he asked with his arms crossed. His dark hair was still dripping with water, giving him a sexy and enticing look as the droplets fell on his strong and full chest.
“Because… I…” “Because you like me and care about me, hmm?” He finished her sentence.
Shirley’s eyes widened, but she nodded to express her willingness to accompany Zacharias abroad. “Yes, that’s the reason. Can I come with you?” His lips curled. Although he forced her to admit it, he was still happy. However, he answered her question with a touch of indifference. “No.” “You…” She clenched her fists in frustration. Zacharias began closing the door.
In response, Shirley extended her hand to push it. Just as the door was about to shut, he swiftly reopened it, causing her pushing motion to transform into a dive directly into his embrace.
The man was clearly doing it on purpose. He opened his arms and embraced her, pressing her face against his warm and solid shoulder.
Even though she was annoyed, the arm tightly wrapped around her waist prevented her from escaping.
He grinned. “Do you have any ulterior motives for coming to me so late at night?” Shirley thought, He’s obviously the one with ulterior motives, and yet he is pushing this onto me. How despicable. “Let me go abroad. Still wanting to fight for this, she stayed in Zacharias’ embrace without struggling.
“The situation abroad is a bit messy. I don’t want you to go,” he honestly expressed his concerns. He was trying to protect her.
“I’m still going. I’m not scared of death,” she said, raising her head. In her heart, she added, I’m not afraid of death, but I’m scared of you dying.
He was taken aback by how stubborn she was. He reached out and caressed her head. “Your father wouldn’t let me take you either.” “I’m an adult. I can take responsibility for my actions,” Shirley refuted a bit impatiently. “I don’t need my dad’s approval for everything I do.” Zacharias couldn’t help but kiss her forehead. “Can you promise to stay by my side and not wander off?” Seeing that he seemed to be agreeing, she immediately nodded. “I can promise not to cause trouble.” Reluctant to bring her along, he found it hard to resist her imploring gaze. In the end, he yielded. “Fine.” He nodded.
Shirley breathed a sigh of relief. As she only then realized that she was still being held in Zacharias’ embrace, she couldn’t help but ask, “Can you let me go now, Mr. Flintstone?” He suddenly spoke in a low voice, “If you want to go abroad with me, I have a request.” She was slightly taken aback and wondered why he had so many demands. So, she looked up and expressed her acceptance. “Okay, go ahead.” “Will you say yes to anything?” he asked in a low, hoarse voice.
“Yes, I promise you.” She was still too naive.
“Let me kiss you for ten minutes.” Zacharias smiled, very pleased with himself.
“No…” Shirley attempted to refuse, but it was too late. He swiftly grasped the back of her neck, his thin lips silencing any protest she tried to voice.
At that moment, her mind was tinged with regret. Ten minutes! Is he trying to kill me?
As the man’s lips drew near, she experienced a delightful surge of electricity coursing through her body. The room appeared to stand still in time. The connection evoked an indescribable sensation of sweetness and pleasure.
Shirley’s senses spiraled into chaos. The figure beneath her touch wasn’t clothed; it was a man with firm muscles, emitting warmth like a blazing fire.
Inexplicably, she found herself enjoying Zacharias’ kisses, craving even more intimate contact.
The man’s kisses expressed love and tenderness-alternating between swift passion and deliberate slowness as if savoring his most cherished possession.
Her tongue was numb, and her breath was growing shallow. A pervasive sensation of restlessness and indescribable pleasure overcame her as the man’s lips met hers.
Did this man insist on kissing her for a full ten minutes?
The passage of time remained ambiguous, but when Zacharias finally released Shirley, his breath was heavy, and his eyes bore a dangerous intensity, akin to a tiger ready to pounce. He delicately touched her forehead and uttered, “Go back to your room. Don’t come over again.” He struggled to contain the inner turmoil, attempting to release her. The fear of losing control over his sanity haunted him, uncertain of the consequences if he succumbed to the primal instincts within.
She was also obedient, but her legs were a bit weak. She whispered, “Good night.” After speaking, she quickly left. Back in her room, Shirley lay on the bed, her heart racing. Thoughts of intimately kissing Zacharias consumed her mind.
While reflecting on it, she sensed a profound emptiness within, as if she yearned for his embrace.
She immediately covered her flushed face and buried her head in embarrassment. What was wrong with her? How could she think of such things?
The next morning, she asked her father to send her passport. Although the distance was far, the delivery was fast, so it arrived on the second night.
Zacharias arranged for her to complete the necessary procedures for going abroad.
Imogen was coming along this time. She had been secretly looking forward to it.
Shirley packed her luggage, ready to depart at any moment.
Zacharias was busy with work these two days, and she hardly saw him during the day. Finally, departure time had come. Shirley climbed into the car, finding herself sharing the ride with Imogen.
“Shirley, let’s take care of each other when we are abroad,” Imogen said.
“Definitely!” Shirley nodded. The corners of Imogen’s lips curled into a smile.
“Gosh, am I happy or what? I can’t believe I get to go abroad with Mr.