Chapter 198: What A Shame.
Lucifer couldn't help but admire her strong will.
Most women would have taken the opportunity to share a kiss with him or more without hesitation.
Yes, he was being very straightforward and bold, and it wasn't like he didn't know that. But he also knew how to make himself seem appealing, and he was using all his charm right now.
And yet, Jane had remained firm and refused to be swayed by him. It seemed like she wouldn't easily give in to his advances.
Lucifer liked that about her. It made him even more curious to see how long it would take to win her over and claim her as one of his own.
Moreover, he enjoyed seeing the blush on her face and the way she tried to act cool, even though her heart and mind were probably racing inside.
It reminded him of his sister Layla's behavior when he teased or joked around with her.
She was always cold and professional, trying to appear like nothing fazed her, though whenever she was with him, she became a different girl.
"Alright, then," Lucifer replied, giving Jane an amused smile.
Jane felt relieved that he didn't push the matter further, but at the same time, there was a strange feeling of disappointment that he didn't insist on it. After all, it was a romantic setting, and she couldn't deny that there was some attraction between them.
But it was probably for the best that she kept things professional. She knew the consequences of giving in to these kinds of impulses, especially when it involved someone like him who could never be a permanent part of her life.
As for letting him touch and caress her thigh and embrace her, it was her being a little willful and doing something she shouldn't have done in the first place. But it felt good and comforting, so she was willing to break a few rules just for tonight.
And so, as the movie continued, Jane found herself enjoying his company and becoming comfortable with his touch. She even rested her head on his shoulder, breathing in his scent and getting lost in the movie.
She felt warm and cozy, just lying there in his arms, sipping her whiskey, and watching movies with him on the big screen.
Soon, it became late at night, and Jane was finding it hard to stay awake. Her eyelids were growing heavy as she struggled to keep them open.
Without thinking twice, she leaned further into Lucifer's embrace, resting her head on his chest and feeling the warmth of his body against hers. The steady rhythm of his heartbeat and his smell helped soothe her into a state of relaxation. Soon, she could no longer resist the pull of slumber, and she drifted off into a peaceful sleep.
When Lucifer noticed that Jane had dozed off, he couldn't help but shake his head in amusement. This beautiful girl, who'd been trying so hard to remain professional, had finally let her guard down and fallen asleep in his arms.
It was a moment of vulnerability and trust, showing that she felt safe with him. And seeing that, he couldn't resist running his fingers through her silky hair, feeling its softness against his skin.
"Such a beautiful girl is in my arms, and yet I couldn't enjoy her... What a shame." Lucifer whispered to himself before turning off the projector screen and tablet with his free hand. Experience the best from m|v|l|e|mp|y|r
With the lights turned off, the room became dark, allowing sleep to take over him as he slowly drifted off into a peaceful slumber, enjoying the feeling of having someone cuddled up against him on this large recliner.
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The following morning, when Lucifer opened his eyes, there was no sign of Jane. It seemed that she had woken up before him and quietly left the theater room without disturbing him.
'Ah... She is such a diligent girl,' Lucifer thought while stretching his arms and yawning, feeling refreshed from the night of deep slumber he had, thanks to her warm body against his own.
After a moment, Lucifer got off the recliner bed and walked back to his room to change before heading down to have breakfast.
Jessica and Jennifer had also woken up, and they were already at the breakfast table with frowns on their faces when he came inside the dining hall.
"Good morning," Lucifer said, looking at both of them before taking a seat at one end of the table. "What's with those expressions on your pretty faces?"
"You know what happened last night. I thought you were going to do something with me after coming out of the bath... And yet, I found myself lying on the bed alone, waiting for you... And then, somehow, I fell asleep." Jessica replied in an agitated tone as she stared at him.
Jennifer, on the other hand, sighed and spoke in a disappointed voice, "Although I wanted to go to your room myself after sometime, but somehow I also fell asleep... Do you think we were drugged or something?"
"Drugged?" Lucifer chuckled at that. "Don't worry, you weren't drugged or anything. You two just drank a lot and got high. That's why you two fell asleep early last night. So, nothing to worry about there. Just forget it."
"But I wanted to have fun with you after so long," Jennifer complained as she crossed her arms. "Now, I have to go back to work without getting satisfied."
"Me too! I can't continue to be with you or my husband will get suspicious." Jessica sighed.
"It's okay. I will make it up to both of you. I am not going anywhere, so don't worry about that." Lucifer said with a reassuring smile.
Both women nodded their heads and tried to lighten their mood, though they still seemed a little upset about the previous night's events.
After a few minutes, Jane came to the dining hall, followed by another maid who was carrying a trolley with their breakfast on it.