"Emily, the dean wants to see you. He asked you to come to his office immediately after your rounds," a colleague informed Emily as she left Richard Parkers ward.
"I understand, Im heading there now," Emily replied, her heart filled with unease. Since she had started working at St. Marys Hospital, the dean had never called her in for a private meeting. The fact that he had sent a colleague to inform her today could not bode well.
"Dean, you wanted to see me?" Emily took a few deep breaths before entering the deans office.
"Emily, its not me who wants to see you, but someone else. Please wait here, hes inside. Hell be out shortly," the dean said with an attitude and smile that made Emily even more anxious. Whats more alarming was the mysterious smile on the deans face as he left, locking the office door from the outside.
Heaven forbid, it couldnt be Ethan Parker in there, could it? The words Ethan had spoken last night rang loud and clear in Emilys mind; he had mentioned that he had bought the hospital.
No, she had to leave before he came out.
With this thought, Emily glanced at the closed door of the lounge and then quickly made her way to the exit. However, no matter how much she turned the doorknob, the door wouldnt budge.
"No need to waste your energy; the door is voice-activated. It wont open without my voice command," a voice as chilling as the grim reapers suddenly spoke.
Ethan Parker leaned against the doorframe of the lounge, his narrowed, mischievous gaze fixed on Emily, who was struggling with the door. "Why are you here?" Emily asked, her voice trembling slightly.
"The entire hospital belongs to me. Why wouldnt I be here?" Ethans deep, mesmerizing voice echoed, sounding like a bewitching melody from the midnight stream, but to Emily, it felt like the end of the world was approaching.
"Come here," he commanded, not a request but an order.
With no other choice, Emily dragged her feet, which felt like they weighed a thousand pounds, and approached Ethan. He handed her the wine in his hand and watched as she struggled to swallow the burning liquid. The sensation was like fire in her throat, and her head began to feel dizzy. Emily quickly grabbed a chair for support, her eyes filled with resentment as she stared at Ethan, who was sitting gracefully in front of her.
"Ethan Parker, why did you call me here? If theres nothing, I need to get back. I have to take care of my mother," Emily said, not wanting to be in the same room with Ethan. She couldnt be sure what he might do.
Ethan suddenly stood up, pulling the unsteady Emily into his arms. His breath was unstable as he whispered in her ear, and the soft touch of her body sent a wave of uncontrollable desire through him.
Ethan hadnt expected that he would ever enjoy the scent of a woman on his own.
"Im not done playing yet. Do you think Ill let you go?" His voice was as cold as snow, but a smirk played on his lips.
The alcohol began to take effect within her, and Emily felt her whole body grow hot. She had an indescribable sensation.
"Are you feeling hot?" Ethan didnt expect that after drinking, Emily would lose her usual sharp tongue and instead exude a mature beauty, which made him feel a significant change within himself.
"Let me go, let me out, please?" Her eyes, usually bright, were now clouded with a mist. Her gaze revealed a hint of pain and fear.
Seeing Emily like this instantly ignited the passion within Ethan. He lowered his head and pressed his lips tightly against Emilys slightly parted cherry lips.
His movements were sometimes gentle and sometimes passionate, like snow that would melt at a touch, leaving a taste sweet as honey on his tongue. For the first time, Ethan was intoxicated by this feeling, forgetting all thoughts of revenge.
Emilys body underwent a tremendous change during this encounter. From initial resistance to eventually wrapping her arms around Ethans neck, she was aware of what her physical response meant.
Ethans gaze made Emilys cheeks flush an even deeper shade of red, and her heart pounded erratically.
"Damn it," Ethan cursed under his breath. The unconscious action of Emily licking her lips made him lose the last of his self-control, igniting the fire within him.
He pushed Emily down onto the office desk, his forceful claim turning into gentle nibbles and licks, driving Emily into a web of passion woven by Ethan, from which she could not extricate herself for a long time.
His hands began to roam over Emilys body, each touch seeming to ignite a spark of passion, setting her ablaze.
"Get up. Help me take off my clothes," Ethan said, stepping back from Emily and sitting on a nearby chair, looking down at her with eyes filled with desire.
The sudden coolness made Emily come to her senses. She quickly pulled up her clothes that had been torn off by Ethan and looked at him nervously.
"Emily Watson, your performance just now was not that of a virgin, was it? You were quite passionate. I didnt expect that a few caresses could make you so uninhibited. It seems my woman should be quite experienced. But let me tell you, I can ignore your past men, but if I find out youre with another man while youre with me, Ill let you know the consequences of provoking me."
Ethans handsome face showed no expression as he leaned in close to Emily, his words full of warning.
Ethans words were like a bucket of cold water, drenching Emily. She looked at Ethan with a cold expression.
"Ethan Parker, do you think everyone is like you, blinded by lust? A man who leaves a trail of affairs and illegitimate children has no right to discuss my innocence with me."
Emily looked at Ethan with defiance.
"Very well. It seems the game ahead is going to be more exciting. I started this game, and I will be the one to finish it. The days to come will be telling."
Emilys performance piqued Ethans interest, and a playful smile tugged at the corners of his lips.
"Alright, Im looking forward to sparring with you, the woman known as a fox in the business world, to see who will come out on top."
With that, Emily pushed past Ethan and strode out of the office, leaving him to deal with his unsatisfied desires.