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“That’s ok my love, I know a doctor’s work is never done.

” She gave him a kiss on the lips, and I had to stop my jaw from hitting the floor because I saw all thirty-two of her teeth for the first time as she looked at him.

The way he looked back at her as he slid his hand to her ass reminded me of how Titan looked at me right before he fucked me silly.

It made me blush because I felt like I was intruding on a private moment.

I wouldn’t be surprised if the two of them snuck off to fuck. As soon as the thought entered my mind, I had to bite my lip to keep from laughing.

“This is my boyfriend, Dr. Devin Williams,” Giada said, and after everyone was introduced, they all made small talk and laughed.

I was surprised at how natural Giada was in this environment, she was the right mix of entertaining and serious.

She and Titan were even speaking in Italian.

Listening to his voice fluently speak another language had me wet between the legs.

After a few more moments, Giada and Devin politely excused themselves and I assumed it was to go fuck like I predicted.

Titan was now talking to his brothers, and I felt like more eyes were looking at us.

“I’m going to find the bathroom,” I whispered to him and before I could turn around Titan grabbed my hand.

“Don’t walk away from me without giving me some Shuga, girl.

” He leaned down to kiss me, and I had to stop myself from moaning, “Hurry back, beautiful,” he whispered against my lips and playfully slapped my ass before letting me go.

All of his brother’s eyes were wide with surprise when they looked at us and when I looked directly at them, all of them quickly looked somewhere else.

I asked a server where the bathrooms was, and I was directed toward the back of the venue.

I saw more familiar faces from when I went to different events, but I didn’t stop because I was on a mission to find the bathroom just to take a break from all the eyes on me and Titan.

Once I entered the bathroom, I heard a female voice behind me, “About damn time he let you out of his sight.”

I turned quickly and my face was eye level with a pair of perky breasts.

When I looked up I saw they belonged to a statuesque woman with smooth ebony skin and a large curly afro that shimmered in the soft glow of the bathroom lights.

She was wearing a black and silver off-shoulder gown that accentuated her lean body with a pair of silver and black stilettos that wrapped around her calves that I wanted on my feet right now.

This woman’s whole aura commanded attention, simply put, she was stunning.

To her left was an older cinnamon colored woman with brown hazel eyes, who was just as stunning, she wore her gray in a sassy pixie cut that made her look younger than I assumed.

Her feminine black tuxedo hugged her petite frame and the black pumps she wore were sexy.

Something about their features looked familiar to me and I had a feeling I already knew who they were before they introduced themselves.

“Hi, I’m Titan’s sister Traci and this lovely woman is our mother Grace.

We saw you come in with Titan, but the knuckleheads swarmed you.

We figured at some point you would break away and me and mom would pounce on you then.

” When she smiled I saw the same deep dimples as Titan’s.

Her voice was light and playful, which immediately put me at ease.

Titan didn’t mention his entire family would be here tonight, but I had a feeling they would be since it was an event for his foundation.

“It’s lovely to meet you both, I’m Bailey.” When I reached to shake Titan’s mother’s hand, she pulled me in for a hug. I was surprised by how strong Grace’s arms were, the woman must work out.

“I can see why my brother likes you.” Traci said, and I waited for her to expound on that statement, but she never did.

“And you are gorgeous, girl those heels and that gown are perfection! I know that’s why I like you.

” Traci laughed and it sounded musical. “Well let’s get back to the knuckleheads,” she said before looping her arm with mine as we followed behind Grace.

When we entered the ballroom we saw Titan and his brothers were still in the middle of the room and when we were within earshot Traci announced our arrival.

“Look who me and mom found.” All heads turned and this time I saw an older man standing next to Titan that could have been his twin had it not been for the gray hair on his head and face.

I knew this was his father. All his children had his strong features and his chocolate skin and tall stature.

The only genetics of Grace’s that seem to have fought back were her dimples and her hazel eyes to Torrence.

“Well, she’s not running scared, so Traci must have been on her best behavior.” Tyran teased and Traci rolled her eyes then scratched the side of her face with her middle finger.

“I would have caught her and drug her ass back here if she had,” Titan said, looking me straight in the eye before taking a drink of his brown liquor.

I had to bite my lip to stop the goofy smile that was about to spread across my face because this man just told everyone he wasn’t letting me go.

Titan’s dad raised his eyebrow in surprise along with the rest of his sons as they all looked between me and Titan.

“Well, shit, let me meet my future daughter-in-law!” Titan’s dad said loudly and handed his own glass of brown liquor to Titan before stepping forward.

His black tuxedo was fitted to perfection just like all of his sons and his gray hair was cut low, similar to Titan’s and his goatee was trimmed to perfection.

“I’m Titus.” His smile was bright and genuine.

So that’s why everyone’s name begins with a T . I thought to myself and when I extended my hand for a shake he screwed his face up like I stank and playfully swatted it out of the way. Once again, I was engulfed in a strong embrace.

“Any woman who can get Titan’s ass to loosen up is family to me and I don’t my shake family’s hand, baby girl. Shit, from the way Titan talkin’ about you go ahead and call me dad too.” He laughed, and the sound was deep and rich just like Titans.

I immediately liked Titan’s parents and when his dad let go of me, Titus reached out his hand and Grace looked like she floated to his side.

I watched as he bent down to give her a quick kiss and then mumbled that he missed her before he gave her another soft kiss on her neck.

My heart melted from the love and affection that this stern looking man openly showed his wife.

I almost felt like I wasn’t grown enough to be watching these two love on each other in public.

“Will you two get a room?” Trent said as though the public affection made him sick to his stomach.

“We plan to as soon as this is over, so I can remind my wife why she calls me daddy.” Titus said with a smile and the look he gave his wife made both me and Grace’s cheeks color.

“Ewwww! That’s nasty!” All of their children said in unison and then made faces like they were about to throw up, but I smiled because I thought it was sweet to witness love.

There may be snow on the roof, but there’s definitely a fire burning below .

I thought before I made a beeline over to Titan, who immediately put his arm around my waist. The sound of a bell ringing drew everyone’s attention to the dining area and Titan said it was time to be seated and get the event started.

Titan’s fundraiser was going well, his foundation raised over two million dollars in scholarships, and I had to admit, I was enjoying myself.

Titan’s sister sat to the right of me and when he got up to go to the podium to give his thank you speech, she started telling me embarrassing stories about him.

As soon as he stepped off stage there were almost a dozen people waiting to talk to him.

I had a couple glasses of champagne, so I excused myself to go use the bathroom for real this time.

When I rounded the corner that led to the bathroom a familiar voice stopped me in my tracks.

“I thought that was you.” The smooth voice said from behind me.

Panic rose in my throat and my hands were suddenly sweaty, and any liquid that was in my bladder dried up as I slowly turned around and faced Angelo Davis.

If the term devil in a Sunday dress were a person, it would be him.

His trifling ass even preferred to be called Angel, but even the devil was an angel once.

“Long time no see.” The way he smiled at me made my skin crawl.

His teeth were perfect, his almond complexion had zero blemishes, and his green eyes glittered under the lights.

His wavy hair was braided into a thick ponytail that fell to the middle of his back, and he was dressed impeccably in his tuxedo.

He looked like he could be a male model, which pissed me the fuck off.

I will never understand how someone so evil could be so gorgeous.

I felt naked and sick to my stomach standing here like my shoes were cemented to the floor while his eyes continued to look me up and down.

“What the fuck are you doing here?” My voice came out strong and steady, but my body was trembling, and I was fighting like hell to keep the bile from rising up my throat.

“I’m here tonight on behalf of my father’s company to donate and I’m trying to land an account.

But when I saw you leaving the ballroom I figured you were heading to the ladies’ room and thought I should wait here so I can say hello.

” His mouth quirked like he was about to smile, and I wanted to spit on him.

Memories of how he pursued me when I started working at his father’s company when I graduated college flashed through my mind.

This man was the sole reason I was so adamant about not mixing business with pleasure before I met Titan.

As if the mere thought of Titan conjured him up, I felt his warm hand rest on my hip.

“Who’s your friend?” As soon as I heard Titan’s deep voice I felt my anxiety melt away and I was pleased when I saw the salty look on Angel’s face at Titan’s arrival. But he quickly shook it off and before I could speak, Angel turned on his charm.

“Good evening Titan,” he greeted him as though he and Titan were old friends.

“Mr. Browning.” Titan corrected immediately and the coldness in his voice made a chill run down my spine.

“Sorry, Mr. Browning. My name is Angelo Davis, Vice President of Davis Advertising.” His smile was wide as he reached his hand out for a shake.

When Titan didn’t accept the offered hand, Angel’s smile faltered a bit, but he continued talking, “Well me and Bailey go way back, she used to work for our company. Speaking of which, I would love to talk with you about?—”

“I already have an agency representing me,” Titan said rudely, “You ready to go, baby?” Titan’s hand gently touched my chin to turn my head to look at him and the concern in his eyes made my eyes water.

Without waiting for my response, he grabbed my hand and led me outside to the waiting limo, and opened the back door before Lloyd could get out.

“Wait here I’m going to say goodbye to my family; I’ll be right back ok?” He kissed my lips softly before he guided me inside and closed the door.

Once I was inside, I saw the partition was still up and that little bit of privacy gave me enough comfort to let the tears I was holding finally fall.