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Chapter 36
Jo’s POV
“ I really want to come with you, Sweetheart, but I promised myself that I would be a completely gentleman and take things slow.” Alex told me holding my hand.
“Good night then” I said putting my innocent smile, after pecking his cheek. I was trying to hide my disappointment.
Coming upstairs would have been the perfect ending for this amazing night. But who knows maybe it’s better this way.
“Fuck my manners” Alex said grabbing my waist and forcing his lips on mine. A moan, I couldn’t hold, escaped from my throat making him smirk. “Let’s go” Alex added and I really don’t know if I can behave in the elevator. Too bad there are security cameras everywhere…
Alex tighten his grip while I am
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