Brielle's POV

Killian held the door open for me as he walked me out of the restaurant. I gave him a tight lipped smile as a way of saying thank you and he placed his arm around my waist. After the whole incident while we were eating, he sort of 'apologized' for the way he was acting before and I accepted it as I knew it was the best I was getting from him.

He made a call to George and George told him to give him 5 minutes. After about two minutes I started feeling a little cold and I wrapped my arms around myself to give me some sort of warmth as I leaned in closer to Killian. He looked down at me and tsked as he pulled away. I was confused for a moment but I gave him another smile as he took off his suit jacket and placed it around my shoulders. I held it closer and he pulled me back to his side.

" Thank you... You really didn't need to " He looked down at me and pushed the hair out of my face.

" If I didn't, it would make me seem like more of a dick than I already am. " I giggled at his choice of words and he placed a small kiss on my forehead. I ran my hand over his shoulder and I felt him melt a bit under my touch.

" Why are you always so tense? " I whispered and he walked me over to George's car. His face didn't hold pain but it also wasn't the most relaxed.

" Like I said before... It's taking a lot of control to not take you right here- " He paused and I could really feel him staring at me " Right now ".

Looking over to him, his face held total seriousness and I stepped into the car as a blush rose to my cheeks. George closed the door and went back to the front. I could tell he was trying to act like he hadn't heard Killian. On the way back to the penthouse, Killian rubbed my shoulder and stayed silent as he answered a few emails.

We arrived and I quickly made my way up as it was getting colder by the minute. The elevator doors opened and I walked in with Killian hot on my tail. I made my way to the kitchen and grabbed a glass of water. Killian sat on the bar stool and I got a cup of water for Delilah if she needed. Making my way upstairs, I opened Delilah's door slowly to see her light was off and she was laying in her bed fast asleep. I smiled as I placed the water on her bedside and sat on the edge next to her. I ran my hair over her messy curls softly and jumped as her head turned abruptly and her eyes were wide awake.

" Hi " She said and I placed my hand over my heart while exhaling loudly as she sat up slowly. I looked back to her to see her with a small smile on her face.

" Baby you can't scare me like that.. " I said and she tilted her head just a bit.

" Sorry... " I took off Killian's jacket and placed it on the end of the bed.

" It's alright.. I just want to know why you're up so late. It's past your bedtime. " She placed her hands in her lap timidly and I could see she was struggling to make eye contact.

" I-I was waiting for you to come back.. I um- " She didn't say anything as she stared directly into my eyes. I frowned and inched closer to her. Placing my hand on the side of her face, I rubbed her cheek.

" Are you ok baby? Is there something wrong? " She continued to stare into my eyes and I heard the long strides of Killian coming up the stairs. His footsteps stopped at the door and Delilah looked over to him briefly before coming back to me. He walked away, a bit slower this time and I waited for Delilah to speak as she opened her mouth.

" I-I want... " She stopped and looked down. I lifted her head slightly and again made eye contact with her glossy blue-green eyes.

She continued " I-I want you to be my mommy " I felt my heart beat out of my chest and tears immediately sprung to my eyes. I masked my pain with a smile as she spoke again.

" A-all the girls in the dance studio have their own mommy and daddy and... I don't. I-I always thought you were my mommy b-but... " She said trailing off and I couldn't help the heavy tears that fell down my face. The smile I had on was slowly breaking down.

" A-are you mad at me? " She asked me as she grabbed my hand and that just made me cry even more. The fact that she would think I would be mad at her for confessing how she really felt made my heart clench. I shook my head and a struggling smile came to my face making me look even more insane.

I heard Killian enter the room and he took a seat beside me and rubbed my leg. After a few moments of me trying not to cry even more, I wiped my tears and looked over to my little baby who was waiting anxiously for my response. I picked her up from the bed and sat her on my lap.

I brushed the hair out of her face and spoke " Dede, I could never be mad at you for telling me how you feel. "

" Really.. " She said semi-happily and I laughed.

" Of course not... This whole thing will be very confusing if I tell you about it at this age... but for now, we can start with mommy " She threw her arms around me and I hugged her back as I placed a big kiss on the top of her head.

" I love you baby. " I said and she hesitated before responding.

" .. I love you too.. mommy. " I continued holding her but my attitude changed when Killian whispered.

" God Blaine was right... I really do lack basic emotions. " I rolled my eyes and looked over to him to see him deep in thought as if he was really analyzing this like it was something new. He looked up at me and shrugged.

" Well, not entirely I guess... I felt a little something earlier and.. my emotions try to surface when I'm around you. " I looked away from him, annoyed and saw that Delilah was closing her eyes slowly. She looked up at Killian and gave him a smile too.

" I love you too daddy. " My eyes widened slightly and I looked over to Killian was already leaving the room not awaiting my response. Delilah fell fully asleep and I placed her back on her bed and pulled the duvet over her. Kissing her head one last time, I walked out of the room and pulled the door slowly.

Killian was on the bed opening his laptop, purposely ignoring me as I walked into the room. I noticed he was dressed for bed already in a black t-shirt and grey joggers. Grabbing a silk cami and pair of shorts from my closet, I walked into the bathroom to get unready. After pulling my hair into a bun and brushing my teeth, I walked out of the bathroom and went over to my side of the bed. Killian had his glasses on as his laptop was open on his lap.

I closed the laptop forcefully and he looked over to me. " You could've damaged my fingers. "

" Did you already know about Delilah's feelings before I did? " I asked and he didn't answer but the look on his face made me know his mind was elsewhere.

" You're really testing my control aren't you.. " He whispered looking at my attire and I snapped my fingers in his face. He looked back to my eyes and I spoke

" Why didn't you tell me before hand? How long have you known? "

" It wasn't my place to tell.. and maybe a week? Not sure. " I nodded my head still processing it all still.

" When do we leave for Europe? " I said and he shrugged taking off his glasses.

" A day or two.. Depends on when my next meeting is. " I nodded and he stood up. I watched him walk over to the bathroom and in the process he pulled his shirt over his head and threw it over on the chair. A blush quickly rose to my cheeks and I looked away as he brushed his teeth. Once he finished, he walked over to the door and closed it, then dimmed the lights.

He came back over to the bed and I didn't say anything as he climbed in. I looked over to him to see he was already staring directly at me. The intensity in the room never lessened and he made the first move by claiming my lips with his. I wrapped my arms around his neck and he pulled me over to straddle his legs. My mind was at bliss and the only thing on it was him. He pushed his hips down onto him and I jumped as the unfamiliar feeling surged through my body.

He groaned and I could feel him grind his hips into mind making me moan softly as I pulled away from the kiss. His face looked like it was in pain and his eyes were closed as he laid his head back. I ran my hands through his hair and he sighed enjoying my fingers running through. I frowned as I felt something on the inside of my leg. I looked down and gasped as I quickly looked back up at Killian.

He heard me and lifted his head as he rose an eyebrow. I pointed downward and he looked down and sighed as he looked back up.

" You have a um.. problem " I said trying to break the awkward silence when in reality I was embarrassing myself.

" Usually I'm able to control it but... I guess I'm a bit excited. " I nodded my head and tried to not look down. The awkward silence was overbearing and I felt myself blush even more as it twitch against my leg.

Just one look won't hurt.

The voice in the back of my head spoke and I tried to ignore it as it continued replaying the same phrase. Killian's eyes were trained on me as if daring me to look down and the smirk on his face was evident.

" I don't mind if you look Brielle.. I'm not embarrassed.. I'm very endowed if I do say so myself. " I agreed with him completely on his statement but I still kept my eyes trained on his. I made and effort to move off of his lap but his hands kept me in my place.

" Killian.. you can let me go now.. "

" Darling, you are the reason we're in this situation.. "

" What did I do? " I asked confused and he chuckled.

" You didn't do anything.. You just sat there and looked pretty. "

" Killian.. I don't want to sit next to your continuously growing... friend " He rolled his eyes at me and let me go. I moved off of his lap and grabbed a pillow to give to him. He placed it over his lap and folded my legs as I didn't feel tempted to look anymore.

" You know Brielle.. You stopped at a great time. If I didn't have enough control to stop myself from getting aroused, if we continued, I wouldn't hesitate to go all the way.. I can only restrain myself so much. "

" Meaning? " I asked.

" You'll have to be the one to determine when to pull away and how far you want it to go.. because I may not be able to stop myself. " The look he was giving me let me know that he wasn't lying and his lust filled eyes reassured his statement. I nodded and looked over to the clock to see it was getting late. Killian grabbed his laptop and glasses to go back to work. I cleared my throat and he looked over to me and rose one eyebrow again.

" Are you not going to take care of... " I trailed off and he shook his head.

" Don't touch me for a good 10 minutes and I should be just fine. " He said and he looked back to the document he was reading. I laid down under the duvet and kept my back to him as I started to drift off. Right before I fell asleep I felt an arm slip around my waist and an inaudible whisper in my ear.

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I closed my eyes as the sun was peaking through the window into them. I opened them slowly and yawned softly. Looking at the time I noticed it was only 7 and I had about an hour to get ready. I made a move to get up but I froze when I felt an arm pull me back. Only then did I notice there was a large arm wrapped around my stomach and a chest against my back. I looked over my shoulder slowly to see Killian sleeping soundlessly.

He's usually up and ready by now.. I thought in my head as I turned my body fully and he pulled me closer so that we were chest to chest. I blushed slightly and brought my hand up to his hair slowly. I brushed the few strands that fell on his forehead away and admired his face that always had the same expression. Scary but handsome.. I moved my hand down to his jaw line and traced it back and forth with my finger. I could feel him relax under my touch and his eyes remained closed. Sighing softly I tried not to get angry at myself for not telling him my feelings.

" I love you... " I barely whispered knowing he wouldn't say anything as he was still asleep.

I jumped as the closet door opened and Benjamin strolled in with suitcases in his hands. I looked over to him and he was staring directly into my eyes. I sat up on my elbow and he placed his bags onto the sofa before going back into Killian's closet. He came back with 5 different suits and placed them on the edge of the bed.

" Good morning Ms. Newman. "

" Good morning... " I said confused and I jumped again as Killian spoke with closed eyes.

" What are you doing in my room Benjamin? "

" Well sir, your father has a meeting in London this afternoon and if you get to the airline in the next hour or two, you can get there by 5. " Killian sighed as he sat up letting me go and he got off of the bed. He went into the bathroom and closed the door. I looked over to Benjamin and whispered.

" He was up the whole time? " Benjamin nodded.

" Most likely. He's very attentive in his sleep the moment you moved excessively, he was most likely conscious " I placed my hands on my face and groaned. Benjamin furrowed his eyebrows.

" What's is the matter? "

" I said it " I whispered and Benjamin had to think about it for a moment before his eyes went wide and he approached me.

" You didn't " He whispered and I shook my head.

" I did. " I whispered back and the look on his face was pure shock, excitement and a little worry. He was getting ready to speak when Killian opened the door and looked over to me.

" Darling are you getting ready soon? " I nodded my head and slid off of the bed. Giving Benjamin one last glance, I walked into my closet and shut the door to hide myself from even more embarrassment.

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Third Person POV

Calvin sat at his leather chair in his living room as the fire burned and emitted most of the light in the room. He twirled the whiskey in his hand, tilting his head back and forth as the Beethoven symphony was played in the background.

He heard footsteps enter the room and they spoke. " Mr. Lockewood " His butler said.

" Yes? " Calvin responded and the man spoke again.

" Marissa Newman has requested a visit once again " Calvin sighed as he downed the rest of his whiskey and placed it onto the stand by the lamp.

" Is she here? " He asked irritated already and his butler didn't say anything knowing he may get more upset. Calvin sighed and place his fingers on his forehead while leaning back in the chair.

" Send her in " He said slowly and the man walked away. After a good five minutes, Calvin heard the clicks of her heels enter the room and they stopped once she was in the doorway. He didn't make a move to look at her and she cleared her throat.

" Calvin " She said.

" Marissa.. " He looked over to her. " To what do I owe this unpleasant visit? "

" I am getting sick and tired of your dirty games. " She said crossing her arms and he looked to her questioningly.

" What have I done? " He said knowing well that he'd done numerous things.

" I want to be off of this damn leash. You're not helping me with my daughter at all. I'm tired of being in this damn game of your's. " She said angrily and Calvin shrugged.

" You know what you got yourself into. I have no regard for you feeling or your requests. I would think the money you're getting would be enough to shut you up but I guess I was wrong. "

" Killian's going to London tomorrow for his father's business, what are you going to do? " Marissa spoke and before Calvin got a chance to speak she interrupted.

" What's this whole thing leading to? What does my daughter have to do with you and Killian? " Calvin listened to the tiny foot steps coming down the stairs while he ignored Marissa. His son rounded the corner with his eyes sleepy and his face emotionless. He walked up to Calvin and climbed into his lap. Laying his head on Calvin's shoulder, Calvin stroked his back while looking down at his son.

" My plans will surface soon enough... it's all in good time.. Now I've had enough of this conversation as my son has now made his presence and I'd like to be alone with him " Marissa opened her mouth to speak again but Calvin raised his hand effectively shutting her up. She glared at the two before sauntering out of the room angrily.

Upon reaching the doors, they opened and she exited his mansion whilst pulling out her phone. Before she started dialing the number, the exact person she been meaning to call popped up. She answered the phone as she walked by the fountain.

" Hello father.. "

" Marissa sweetheart... Did you talk to him? " Her father spoke getting directly to the point.

" He's ignoring everything I say. I keep trying to persuade him to tell me his plans but he hasn't said a word. If anything I think he's notice my persistence. "

" You might need to tone it down if he's starring to notice. We can't let him close the bank account he has open for you. " He continued and Marissa's breath hitched when he spoke.

" How is the progress with Brielle and Delilah? "

" I tried going to the court but they denied me access... And for Brielle? Killian is making sure nothing happens to her which has been working very effectively and it's pissing me off. "

" I'm working on the evidence of the case already and as for Brielle... Eugene is making his appearance which makes it near to impossible to get to her. He hasn't returned any calls and he's sent back almost all of the money for his silence... "

" They're going to be in London for a while. What are you going to do in the meantime? "

" ... Your mother suggested something to me but I'm not sure whether we should do it or not.. Anyway I have to get going. Your mother will call you tomorrow. "

" Alright bye " Marissa said and ended the call. She walked out of the gates and went to her car. She reached into her purse to grab her keys when she was pushed against the car and her shirt collar was being pulled. She looked up in fright to see Eugene with a look of pure anger on his face.

" Eugene what the hell are you doing here? Were you following me? " Eugene ignored her accusation that was entirely true and spoke darkly.

" I swear to fucking god.. I want you to try to do something to Brielle or Delilah. You don't deserve to even look at the ground they walk on. "

" Get the hell off of me! " Marissa said and Eugene just pulled her closer.

" This is a fucking warning. Do something to them and I promise I won't hold back. " She pushed him off and scowled.

" I'd be careful if I were you Eugene. How do you think father will react to your actions? "

" I'm on the run again.. He doesn't know shit. So this message is to you. Stay in line like your sugar daddy tells you to and we won't have any problems. " Marissa walked past him as she got into her car and started the engine. She drove off leaving him on the sidewalk still angry.

Calvin watched from the window as Eugene walked away tense. Only seeing when Marissa was pushed up against her car until now, he could tell this man was someone she knew all too well. And someone she was also somewhat afraid of... He chuckled to himself closing the curtains and walked, with his son in his arms, up the stairs. He was excited to see how this new character that appeared would play out in his plans.