By the time Marina finished up at the Finley Group and headed downstairs, the sky outside had already turned compl dark.
She stepped out of the elevator, walked over to her parking spot, and was just about to get in her car when Daron’s car up and blocked her way.
Marina was caught off guard for a moment when she saw Daron get out of the driver’s seat. “What are you doing here?” asked.
It hadn’t even crossed her mind that Daron would show up to pick her up.
Daron walked around the front of the car, taking in her tired expression before answering. “Just here to pick you up,” he
They’d only gotten back from Yorelia late last night. When Daron got home earlier, Belinda told him Marina had alread gotten up at 5:30 that morning.
That meant Marina had only managed a little over three hours of sleep before heading straight to the hospital to deal w
hings.
A flicker of emotion flashed in Marina’s eyes at Daron’s words. “Honestly, you didn’t have to go out of your way for me. I could’ve driven myself home,” she said.
As Marina spoke, Daron reached out, took her hand, and slipped his arm around her waist, then picked her up and set b gently in the car, the whole move undeniably intimate.
Marina didn’t resist, but her ears grew hot and red. Daron leaned in to fasten her seatbelt, his voice calm and steady “You haven’t had a break all day, and after work, you rushed straight over here to handle things. I’m worried you might g distracted while driving,” he said.
Marina bit her lip and gave a small smile as she answered, “I grabbed a coffee this afternoon, so I’m wide awake right now. Daron didn’t say a word. He just closed the passenger door, slid back into the driver’s seat, started the engine, and drove them home.
On the drive home, Marina was on the phone nonstop, answering call after call. By the time she hung up, they had already arrived in the garage.
Daron pulled the car to a stop, shot her a sideways glance, and teased, ‘Ms. Finley, looks like you’re super busy lately. Once you leave the Zamora Group, am I gonna have to get on your calendar just to see you?”
Marina laughed and replied, “Appointm
are a must, but given how close we are, Mr Zamora Fil let you cut the line.”
Daron let out a low chuckle and reached over to unfasten her seatbelt. As he did, he leaned in, bringing himself close to her Marina’s heart raced as she stared at Daron’s handsome face, just inches away
Daron lowered his gaze to Marina, his voice deep and seductive. “Then I’ll thank you in advance for the special treatment, Ms. Finley, he said.
“I’ll definitely enjoy this privilege to the fullest, he added.
The atmosphere between them grew undeniably intimate Daron slid his hand around Marina’s waist, leaned in, and pressed his lips to hers.
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Marina felt all her emotions ignite under the heat of Daron’s kiss. Just when they were about to lose control, the gar suddenly creaked open.
Marina quickly shoved Daron away. Daron snapped back to reality, shooting a sharp look toward the door.
Belinda was standing there with a broom, looking super awkward, before she quickly shut the garage door. With Bel barging in, the tension between them quickly faded, and they both calmed down.
Marina ducked her head, fussing with her shirt that Daron had rumpled, then shot him a grumbling, slightly resentfi
Back when it was just her and Daron living here, she’d forgotten that Belinda had been sent over from the old house care of them.
Seeing Marina all flustered, cheeks flushed, Daron chuckled softly. “Relax. Belinda’s lips are sealed. She won’t breathe word,” he said.
Marina just bit her lip and didn’t say anything. Once they’d straightened themselves out, they got out of the car and h into the living room.
Belinda must’ve realized she’d walked in on something she shouldn’t have, so she kept herself busy in the kitchen, tryi stay out of sight. She whipped up dinner in no time.
Once she’d set the dishes on the table, she called Marina and Daron over to eat, then quickly slipped back into the kitch She didn’t come out to clean up until after Marina and Daron had finished eating and gone upstairs.
Daron hadn’t slept a wink since last night. Not long after dinner, he headed into the bathroom to wash up.
Marina had been busy all day and barely had a chance to rest. After Daron finished in the bathroom, she followed him i freshen up herself.
While Marina was blow–drying her hair in the bathroom, Daron strolled in, still in his robe, and with a little smile, took hair dryer right out of her hands.
She’d seen Daron yawning a bunch earlier and thought he’d already crashed for the night. It turned out he was still up: totally not what she expected.
After Daron finished blow–drying Marina’s hair, she gave the bathroom a quick tidy–up. But before she could finish, Daro slipped his arm around her waist and scooped her up.
“No need to clean up, Belinda will handle it later,” he told her. “I’m feeling a little sleepy,” he said.
Marina blinked, caught off guard, and blurted out without thinking. “If you’re tired, go ahead and get some rest.”
Daron replied, I’m not done yet.”
Marina was confused by his words, but without having a chance to reply, and without another work, Daron just picked her up and headed straight for the bedroom
It wasn’t until Daron pulled her onto the bed that it hit Marina, so this was what he meant by not done yet
As he leaned over her, Marina tell silent for a moment, her heart racing, before she finally asked. “Aren’t you tired?”
He hasn’t slept in over a day, and he still wants to do this? Marina thought a mix of suprise and helplessness flashing through her mind.
Daron leaned in, claiming her lips in a deep kiss, his voice low and husky as he replied. “Even if Fun dead tired, fi rather collapse right here with you.”
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Marina was left speechless. Her face flushed at Daron’s words. Without thinking, she reached up, cupped his face, and him in for a kiss to shut him up.
Daron was more than happy to let her take charge. By the time they were done, an hour had already slipped by.
Daron carried Marina into the bathroom for a quick clean–up, then set her down on the bed, pulled her into his arms, held her close as they fell asleep together.
After going without sleep for a whole day and night, plus all that action just now, Daron was out like a light in no time. Marina looked at his handsome face, a soft smile playing on her lips.
No matter how they usually were, in this moment, they felt just like a normal married couple. Held close in his arms, M dozed off, falling into a gentle sleep.
But before long, she woke up, feeling thirsty. Marina gently moved Daron’s arm off her waist, quietly slipped out of the bedroom, and headed downstairs to grab some water.
she’d just reached the landing when she heard Belinda chatting on the phone downstairs. “Mr. Zamora, don’t worry; M. and Daron are getting along just fine.
They were all lovey–dovey in the garage earlier, and as soon as dinner was done, they went straight upstairs together. It even ten yet, and they’ve already turned in for the night.
I bet it won’t be long before you’re holding a great–grandbaby in your arms,” she added with a laugh.
Marina stood there, listening to Belinda on the phone, and was speechless for a long moment. ‘So this is what Daron call keeping secrets“? Marina couldn’t help but roll her eyes.
Seriously, it had only been a few hours, and Belinda had already told Harris everything. Marina massaged her brow in xasperation. She deliberately made some noise so Belinda would notice her, and only then did she head downstairs
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.
