The CEO's Contractual Wife (Olivia and Alexander) novel Chapter 267

Chapter 267

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We returned to the car, the bag of fruit resting on my lap. The dragon fruit felt cool through the paper, and I could smell the weet ripeness of the mangoes even through the packaging.

That was kind of you,” I said, watching Alexander settle into the seat beside me. “The tip, I mean.”

He shrugged. “She needed it more than I do.”

The driver pulled away from the fruit stand, heading back toward the main road. Through the window, I watched the neighborhood fade, replaced gradually by tourist areas and beach resorts.

Where to now?” the driver asked.

Alexander glanced at his watch. “Take us to the north beach. The one past the resorts.”

The quiet one? Yes, sir.”

We drove for another twenty minutes, leaving behind the crowded hotel, beaches, and water sports vendors. The road narrowed, palm trees growing thicker on either side. Eventually, the pavement gave way to packed dirt, and we pulled into a

mall gravel lot.

This is it,” Alexander said, opening the door.

stepped out, immediately struck by how empty everything was. The beach stretched endlessly in both directions, white and pristine and untouched except for a few scattered footprints. The water was that impossible turquoise, so clear I could ee straight through to the sandy bottom.

It’s gorgeous,” I breathed.

Most tourists don’t know about this spot. The locals keep it quiet.”

We walked down to the water’s edge, sand warm and soft beneath my feet. Small waves lapped at the shore, the sound oothing and rhythmic. A few locals sat further down the beach, but otherwise we had the place to ourselves.

The water was bath warm when I stepped in, completely different from the cold Pacific back home.

This is perfect,” I said, walking along the water’s edge. Tiny fish darted away from my feet.

Alexander caught up to me, his arm sliding around my waist from behind. “Better than those crowded resort beaches.”

Way better. I leaned back against his chest, feeling the solid warmth of him. “We should come here every day.”

We could.” His lips brushed my ear. “Stay another week. Extend the trip.”

You have meetings. I have work.”

‘Work can wait.” His hands spread across my stomach, holding me close. “Everything can wait.”

I turned in his arms, facing him. The ocean stretched behind us, that impossible turquoise fading to deeper blue where it met the horizon. “You’re very good at this relaxation thing when you want to be.”

“Years of practice ignoring it,” he admitted. “Had to learn eventually.”

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His mouth found mine, slow and thorough. I melted against him, my hands sliding up his chest to his shoulders. The kiss deepened, his tongue tracing my lower lip before I opened for him.

When we finally broke apart, both breathing harder, he rested his forehead against mine.

“Beach is making me feel things,” he murmured.

“What kind of things?”

“Inappropriate things. Public beach things.” His hands slid lower, cupping my ass. “Things that would definitely get us

arrested.”

I laughed, pushing at his chest. “Control yourself.”

“I’m trying. You’re not making it easy.”

We found a spot where the sand was dry and sat down together, Alexander pulling me between his legs so my back rested against his chest. His arms wrapped around me, and I felt completely safe.

“Tell me about tomorrow’s meeting,” I said, lacing my fingers through his.

“Boring corporate stuff. Should only take a few hours.”

“And then?”

“Then we’re free.” His lips brushed my ear. “There’s another private beach I know. Even more secluded than this one. No tourists, no locals. Just us.”

“Sounds dangerous.”

“Very.” His hand slid under my dress, resting on my bare thigh. “I’m planning all sorts of fun activities.”

Heat pooled low in my belly. “What kind of fun?”

“The kind where you’re naked. And screaming my name. And I’m balls deep inside your pussy.”

“Jesus, Alex.” I shifted against him, feeling his erection pressing into my back. “We’re in public.”

“Barely. No one’s paying attention.” His fingers traced higher, stopping just short of where I wanted them. “Besides, you like it when I talk dirty.”

“You don’t know that.”

“Your thighs just clenched. So yeah, I know.”

I turned my head, meeting his eyes.

He kissed me, plunging deeper into the moment. His hand lingered on my thigh, warm and possessive, before we reluctantly pulled away from each other.

“We should head back soon,” Alexander said reluctantly.

We stood, brushing sand off ourselves. Alexander kept his arm around my waist as we walked back to the car, neither of us in any hurry.

The driver was waiting, leaning against the Mercedes with his phone. He straightened when he saw us approaching.

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“Back to the hotel?” he asked.

“Yeah, Alexander confirmed.

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The drive was quiet, comfortable. I watched the island pass by through the window, tropical flowers blooming in riotous colors, palm trees swaying in the breeze.

“Shower when we get back?” I suggested.

Alexander’s eyes darkened. “Together?”

“That was the implication.”

“Best idea you’ve had all day.”

The car stopped at the hotel entrance, coming to a smooth halt under the covered portico. The driver appeared instantly, opening our door with practiced efficiency.

Alexander stepped out first, extending his hand to help me.

We entered the lobby, the cool air conditioning a welcome relief. Marble floors gleamed under elaborate chandeliers, and the soft murmur of other guests created a pleasant background hum.

Alexander’s hand found the small of my back as we crossed toward the elevators. I was still thinking about the plunge pool on our balcony, already planning how we’d spend the rest of the day.

Then I saw her.

Penelope Langford stood near the concierge desk, her hair pulled back in a sleek ponytail, designer sunglasses perched on her head. She wore expensive white linen pants and a silk blouse.

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