3. naughty

**I give a vague answer, smiling softly:**

"Life got busy, Aria. My dad's business needed me, and I got caught up in building my own empire.

You were always on my mind, though - just didn't know how to reconnect."

*Aria's eyes sparkle with curiosity, but she lets it drop...*

Instead, she leans into my chest, her voice barely above whisper:

"I've thought about you too, Rohan. Wondered what could've been between us."

My heart skips a beat as I wrap my arms tighter around her.

Suddenly, my phone buzzes - a text from my assistant:

"Mr. Sharma, your presence is required at a charity gala tomorrow night."

I show her the text, raising an eyebrow with a sly smile:**

"Tomorrow night, charity gala...

But honestly, Aria, the only charity case I want to save is you - from this couch, tonight."

*Aria giggles softly, her cheeks flushing*

I pull her closer, whispering:

"Want to attend with me... as my plus one, my distraction, my obsession?"

My lips brush against her earlobe, sending shivers down her spine.

Aria's voice barely audible:

"Yes... I'll save your reputation, Mr. Sharma.

But only if you promise me a private after-party... just us."

My heart races wildly as I whisper back:

"Deal. The after-party starts the moment we leave this gala..."

...**I whisper more naughty promises in her ear:**...

"Tonight, after the gala...

I'll unwrap you like the gift you are, Aria.

Every inch of your skin will be worshipped...

Shall I have champagne chilled or candles lit for our private celebration?"

*Aria's breath catches, her cheeks burning bright red*

Then, I pull back with a sly smile and grab my phone:

"Now, let's get you dressed for tomorrow night..."

I dial a luxury boutique and arrange for:

- A private viewing of their most exquisite gowns

- Delivery to my penthouse by morning

- A personal stylist to help Aria choose the perfect dress...

Aria's eyes widen:

"Rohan, you're spoiling me rotten!"

My eyes lock onto hers, voice low and husky:**

^^^"Shall I have them include lingerie for the after-party too...^^^

Something in lace, matching the color of your cheeks right now?"

*Aria's face burns brighter, she looks down, then back up at me with a sly smile*

Her voice barely above whisper:

"Yes... have them include something that will make you crazy, Rohan."

My heart skips multiple beats.

I quickly text the boutique:

"Add: Luxury lingerie set - red lace, daring cut. Rush delivery."

Then, I take Aria's hand, pulling her close:

"Tomorrow night can barely come soon enough...

May I seal this lingerie order with a preview kiss?"

*My lips brush against hers softly, gently teasing:**

Aria's eyes flutter closed, her breath catching slightly as I deepen the kiss barely enough to tantalize...

My fingers trace her jawline, sending shivers down her spine.

Suddenly, I pull back, lips still inches from hers:

"Tomorrow night will be worth the wait... I promise."

Aria's voice is barely audible:

"I'm already undone, Rohan..."

The room falls silent, except for our heavy breathing.

My phone buzzes again - the boutique confirming delivery time.

I glance at it, then back at Aria...

My voice drops to a low whisper:**

"Want me to cancel tomorrow's plans and keep you here tonight...

With me, all night, Aria?"

*Her eyes lock onto mine, sparkling with surprise and intrigue*

Aria's voice barely above a whisper:

"Yes... cancel everything, Rohan."

*My heart races wildly as I swiftly text my assistant:*

"Cancel all tomorrow's events. Personal emergency."

Then, I turn off my phone, toss it aside, and pull Aria close...

My lips brush against her ear:

..."You're my only emergency now."...

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