Chapitre 3

Élise stood in front of her open wardrobe, her eyes scanning nervously the different outfits hanging inside. Tonight she was going to have dinner with Drake, John and Dav in a more personal setting. Drake insisted it was an important discussion regarding a special project, but Élise couldn't help but wonder.

ask if this dinner would be an opportunity to make the fantasies that had lived there for months.

She finally opted for a black silk dress, simple but elegant, which hugged her curves perfectly. She let her hair cascade freely on her shoulders and applied light but careful makeup, her lips flushed a deep red. Every move she made, every decision she was making, was imbued with this exciting nervousness which vibrated.

When her taxi dropped her off in front of the Dante brothers' penthouse, her heart was beating wildly. She took a deep breath before ringing the bell.door. Drake opened quickly, a warm smile lighting up his face.

“Elise, welcome. You are beautiful,” he said, holding out his hand to invite him in.

“Thank you, Drake,” she replied, taking his hand and stepping into the vast apartment.

The living room was magnificently decorated, an elegantly set table center of the room, lit by candles which created an ambiance intimate and warm. John and Dav were already seated, offering them welcoming smiles.

“Élise, nice to see you,” said John, getting up to offer her a kiss on the cheek. Dav, always so charming, winked at her before greeting her. in the same way.

“Have a seat, please,” Drake said, pulling out a chair for her. " We we have a lot to discuss this evening. »

They began dinner with a delicate starter of carpaccio salmon, accompanied by glasses of white wine. The conversation was light at the beginning, everyone exchanging anecdotes about the past week and joking about various subjects. But Élise felt the underlying tension in the air, an anticipation shared by everyone around the table. After the starter, as they moved on to the main course – a sumptuous flounder cute accompanied by seasonal vegetables – Drake put down his cutlery and spoke, his eyes fixed on Élise.

“Élise, we discussed, my brothers and I, and we have a proposal to make to you,” he began, his voice low and serious.Élise felt a wave of nervousness and excitement wash over her. She posed gently with his fork, focusing on Drake's words.

“We know you are an exceptional assistant and have played a crucial role in the success of our company,” Drake continued. " But we noticed, and you confirmed it, that there is something more between us. A special connection we want to explore. » John, sitting next to Drake, nodded. “We all feel something something strong for you, Élise. And we think you also feel something thing for us. This is why we want to offer you the opportunity to work on a very special project – with us. »

Dav smiled, adding his two cents. “This project involves more than business. We want to create something deep, personal. Something that could connect us all in a unique way. » Élise looked at them in turn, her heart racing. “I…I’m honored that you made me this offer. But what is this project?

Exactly ? »

Drake took a deep breath. “We want to explore this connection between us. See where this can take us, without haste, but with sincerity and commitment. We know it's not conventional, but we're willing to try, if you are too. »

Élise felt her cheeks flush. She had dreamed of this moment, of this proposal, but now that it was real, she no longer knew what think. However, a part of herself, the one that had always nourished these fantasies, was ready to take the plunge.

“I…I want to try,” she said finally, her voice shaking but determined. "But I have to know that we will be honest and respectful towards each other. I don't want this to

endanger our professional or personal relationship. » John smiled, his gaze soft and reassuring. “We agree, Élise. Communication will be essential. We want you to feel safety and respected at all times. »Dav added, his tone lighter but sincere:

"And we also want

you feel wanted and special. Because you are, for each of us. » They continued to talk, working out the details of their news. dynamic, defining clear rules and mutual expectations. Elise felt more and more at ease, his initial fears fading away in the face of to the sincerity and commitment of the brothers.

After dinner, they moved into the living room, where sofas comfortable awaited them. Élise found herself sitting between John and Dav, while Drake took a seat in front of them, a bottle of champagne by hand.

“We must celebrate this new adventure,” he said as he served the champagne flutes. “To us, and to what the future holds.” »

They clinked glasses, the sparkling bubbles of champagne warming their spirits and their hearts. The conversation continued, more relaxed and intimate, everyone sharing their hopes and desires for this new phase of their relationship.

At one point, Élise felt John's hand brush against hers, her light but electrifying contact. She turned her head towards him, crossing his tender look.

“Elise, you know you can always count on us,” he whispered.

“We’ll be here for you, no matter what.” »

Dav, on the other side, leaned towards her, his mischievous smile illuminating

his face. “And we will do everything to make you feel wanted and loved.

Because you deserve it. »

Drake stood up, coming to sit on the arm of the sofa, his gaze intense focused on Élise. “We are willing to try anything, Élise. As long as you are with us, we are ready for anything. »

Élise felt a wave of emotions wash over her. She never had felt such a connection, such complicity. She knew that this path would not be easy, but she was ready to explore it, to let herself carried away by these new and exciting emotions.

Time seemed to stand still as they continued to talk, to share, to discover yourself in a new light. Élise felt enveloped by a benevolent warmth, a feeling of security and belonging that she had never experienced before.

When it got late, they all got up, Drake offering food. take her home. “We want you to return home safely.

Élise,” he said, taking her hand.On the way home, in Drake's luxury car, they exchanged sweet words and promises for the future. Élise felt lighter, freer, ready to embrace this new adventure with the brothers Dante.

When she arrived in front of her apartment, Drake turned to her, his intense but gentle look. “Good night, Elise. Dream Well. Tomorrow is a new day, a new adventure. »

“Goodnight, Drake,” she replied, leaning over to give him a kiss. on the cheek. " Thanks for tonight. It was perfect. »

He smiled at her, his eyes shining with a light of tenderness. " All for you,

Elise. All for you. »

She got out of the car, her heart beating even faster, a smile radiance lighting up his face. Climbing the stairs to his apartment, she felt more determined than ever. She knew that what she was about to experience with the Dante brothers would be unique, intense, and profoundly transformative.

Élise entered her apartment, feeling strangely serene despite the nervousness that still inhabited him. She knew the path would be strewn challenges, but she was ready to face them, to explore every corner of this new relationship, to let yourself be carried away by emotions and desires who guided her.

That evening, when she went to bed, she felt more alive than ever. She knew that the future was uncertain, but she was ready to welcome it, to live fully, with passion and determination.