The Alpha novel Chapter 24

Scarlet's POV

A few hours later I find myself in the penthouse with the stylist that Ethan hired to help me get ready. "That should do it," she says after she's finished applying my make-up.

"Thank you so much Gretchen," I tell her with a smile.

"Honestly, you made it way too easy on me," she responds with a laugh before she begins packing up all her supplies.

I stand up from my seat and walk over to the full-length mirror that is in the closet. My eyes are smoky and my lips are a cherry red, glistening with a glossy shine. My dress is a gorgeous, white lace number that goes to just above my knees, hugging all my curves. The sleeves are made of lace and it has an open back. Nude pumps finish off the ensemble and I smile at what I see. I have never dressed this fancy before, but my confidence seems to have doubled because of it.

Leaving the room, I find my guards waiting for me in the hall to escort me down to Ethan's office where he is finishing up some work. I knock on the door before hearing is husky voice call out, "Come in!"

I open the door and step inside. The moment he sees me his eyes darken with lust as they slowly rake over my body. My core instantly heats and I press my thighs together, feeling my cheeks blush. His nostrils flare and I know that he can smell my arousal. He quickly strides over to me, his lips crashing against mine as his arms wrap around my waist and pull me into him. The kiss is full of passion as his lips press against mine, demanding access for his tongue. He plunders my mouth, tasting it and moaning into me. He pulls away all too soon, leaving me utterly breathless and I stare up at him with wide eyes. "You are absolutely breathtaking," he murmurs in my ear before placing his lips on my neck where his mark should be.