Echoes Of Affection

d kept talking about what w

ction, do I look like an old man's chick? Alice asked with a

well be a old mans chick, who knows?, i added a sm

ght your painting? Alexander right? He was really hot, you must have done something i didn't teach you

Alice, it just happened, I only asked what wa

sked with her eyes beaming with

me, why are your eyes beaming with so much curiosity? I

ner and go to bed. I might have forgotten the name, so maybe

nown number. My heart skipped a beat as I answe

voice came through, smooth and war

, trying to keep my voi

e of the Heart,' and I think it would be perfect for a place in my home. But I was ho

me. "Of course! I'd be happy to help.

me to discuss it further. That way, you can see the space where the painting will

also knew that seeing the space would help me create something truly special. "That sounds g

. "I want you to have a clear idea o

ided to trust him. "Alright,

rnoon?" he suggested

firmed. "Just send me the

ou the details shor

ced Alice lounging on the couch

ng her attention. "Alexander just called and asked me to meet him

y. "Really? At his place? That's e

ee the space where the painting will be displayed and even though I could still handle myself, I'm not a scared

Just because you can handle yourself doesn't mean you shouldn't

again. "Thanks, Alice. I'll be careful, I pro

sundress gown in a soft pastel color, perfect for the warm weather and appropriate for a professional

ion and curiosity during the ride. When I arrived at his address, I was greeted by a grand estate that exuded elegance and sophistication

arm smile. He was wearing a black T-shirt, knee-length grey shorts, and Prada slides.

ng to keep my nerves in chec

me to follow. "Let me show you the sp

or and the sense of tranquility that filled the air. Alexander led me to a spacious l

tural light. "I loved 'Eclipse of the Heart' because it brought a sense of depth and emotion to the room.

he space and imaginin

, but I'd love to hear more about what you're lo

I trust your artistic vision, Rose. After all, you're the one who created

focus on the task at hand. "Thank you. I'll do my

oom and sat at the dining ta

. "You know, I was really captivated by you at the auction. Not jus

ed by his words. "Differen

an intensity that made my heart race. "You're genuine

and uncertainty. "That's kind of you

ntinued, cutting me short with his voice softening.

er, trying to steer the conversation back to the painti

your judgment, Rose. But if I had to choose, I'd say

notes. "That should work well

wn to the kitchen to

e bottle to my face, "it's a rare

rich, dark liquid inside. The label, adorned with intricate gold and cream details, sp

decision. I didn't see any harm in having a bottle of wine since w

p to the brim, he poured in half a glass to

didn't want to drink it alone. I am happy sharing this bottle with you, he said wi

alk with me

p me get up from my sitting position waiting

is hand and accepted, and as he drew me up, his hand

nd jasmine filling the air. Alexander pointed out various features of his estate, each more impressive than the last. Ther

rveling at the artistry and care that had

. "It's one of my favorite places

ther, we eventually reached a secluded corner of the garden where a charming gazebo stoo

f anticipation. "It's where I come to think and escape from the world for a whil

r me. "I can see why you like it here." looking about the

took a step closer, his hand gently leaving my hands. He reached up and used his fingers to gently tuck a few stray hairs behind my ear, clearing t

s something about you that I can't quite put into wor

my spine, unsure of how to respon

ith his free hand slowly moving upward from my w

that I'm looking forward to seeing more o

st mine, I could not resist, I would feel bad spilling a glass

he kiss was tender and full of emotion, a promise of what could be. Our wine glasses still