Shadow of Desires — Chapter 3

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Calvin slid his car into a parking spot, the engine purring to a stop. Sia watched him emerge, the streetlight glinting off his broad shoulders, and paused before opening her own door. Play it cool, she told herself. She tapped out a quick text to John:

S- Just getting to the restaurant. Will fill you in later.

The casual tone, the kiss — a carefully constructed facade. She inhaled deeply, the night air a mix of city exhaust and anticipation, and stepped onto the pavement.

She took a deep breath. Casual, that’s what she needed to be. Just two old friends catching up over a casual dinner…

“Isn’t it a bit hot for such a long coat?” he asked, raising an eyebrow.

“It was a bit chilly in the office,” she offered, a faint smile playing on her lips as she unbuttoned the coat, letting it fall open.

Beneath, the tiny white tank top, a riot of miniature flowers, clung to her curves. The deep V neckline dipped precariously, the hem riding high above her waist, revealing a sliver of smooth skin. The tiny silk top, did little to disguise the swell of her breasts. The plunging neckline…