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The drive back to the hotel only took fifteen minutes, and they spent the bulk of the ride talking about the show and her thoughts on the music. It was obvious that the music business was Mick’s passion, but she loved how he wasn’t condescending about it or how she perhaps didn’t catch all the nuances that he did. No doubt if she took him into one of her labs that he would feel just as awkward and she wasn’t so sure she would be as gracious as he was.

Of course, that was all part of his job, whereas Sienna’s...well...social skills really weren’t required.

Pulling her phone out, she quickly tapped out a text while Mick was staring out the window.

“I should have gotten a picture with him,” she commented as they pulled up to the hotel. “I could have sent that to Bree too.” Then she giggled. “Although, I don’t know if she’s a fan of Simon’s, but it still could have been fun.”

“I think you’re having a little too much fun torturing your sister-in-law,” he teased.

“Maybe. But I saw a whole different side of her that night at dinner and it’s the first time in my life that I’m the one out having fun.”

“Sienna...”

“Oh, stop. It’s true and we all know it. Not talking about it won’t change anything,” she said as she climbed from the car. “I know perfectly well the kind of life I’ve been leading, just like I know this is the most adventure I’ve ever had.” When he was standing beside her, she gave him a quick kiss. “Now come on. Let’s go up to the room so I can show you my surprise!”

Their suite included butler service and if it all went as planned, everything she ordered would be waiting for them up in the room. The text was to ensure that the tub would be full and steamy and waiting for them.

She was so excited about pulling this off that she was practically bouncing on her toes and willing to sprint up to the room.

The ride up in the elevator seemed to take forever, but as soon as they stepped off onto their floor, Sienna took the lead, taking out her card and opening the door for them.

“This is your show, princess,” he said smoothly as he walked into the suite. “You just tell me where you want me to be and I’m there.”

“Ooo...I like that,” she hummed. “Follow me.”

With a little extra sway in her hips, Sienna led him into the bedroom and then stopped him next to the bed. She kicked off her shoes and shimmied out of her little black dress, revealing black lace underwear.

“I knew it was coming and yet it’s still exciting,” he said, reaching out and toying with the strap on her bra.

“I’m glad you think so,” she told him as she began unbuttoning his shirt. “Now let’s see what you have on underneath.”

That made him laugh. “Trust me, it’s not nearly as exciting as what you’re wearing.”

“Says you.”

Together they got him down to his black boxer briefs, but when he reached for her again, she playfully stepped away. “Nuh-uh...not yet. Follow me.” Turning, she walked to the massive en suite and practically squealed with delight that everything was ready. Soft music was playing, candles were lit, there was a bottle of champagne on ice, two glasses, a tray of fresh strawberries, along with whipped cream and melted chocolate. The tub was filled and there were bubbles and rose petals.

“What in the world...?”

Spinning around toward him, she said, “Surprise!”

Mick stepped further into the room with a look of total awe on his face. “Sienna, I...”

“You have done so much to make these incredible memories for me and so far I have done nothing for you.”

Looking at her over his shoulder, he said, “Really? You went shopping for sexy underwear, you make love like a freaking goddess, and you’ve shared all of yourself with me. Anyone can make travel arrangements, but what you brought to the table is so much more.”

Now she was the one blushing. “Mick...”

Holding out his hand to her, he said, “Come on. Before the water gets cold.”

Together, they stripped off the last of their clothes and carefully stepped into the tub. “Oh...I love that it’s still so hot!”

“Hot? Sweetheart, this is almost scalding!” he said and was only partially joking.

“Just give it a few minutes,” she told him as they settled into the water together. “Can you reach the champagne from here?”

“Definitely.” And within minutes, he was pouring them each a glass and then placing the strawberries, cream, and chocolate on the ledge of the tub.