Lesson in Temptation

By Mia S. Moor

The Cast of Characters...
Zane: Billionaire playboy bachelor who lives for women with zero commitment to them
Colton: Zane’s best friend since childhood, who is going out of town for six weeks
Carly: Colton’s wife, whose husband convinces Zane to have as a house guest during his six-week trip.
Angel: Zane’s employee who lives at the Blaire estate to be on hand for Zane’s own personal needs
Tracy: Colton’s lover and traveling companion and the reason Colton will be divorcing his wife.
Even as Zane tries to take in this mess he has suddenly found himself in, Carly asks him to teach her how to tempt Colton. Knowing that this woman is going to be met with divorce papers in a few weeks, Zane agrees, if only to let Carly gain confidence in herself. But he never imagined that this lesson in temptation would push him to the edge of enticement that he can’t control.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Mia S. Moor
• Release date: Jun 22, 2018
• ISBN: 9780463874172

Mia S. Moor

Hardworking professional by day, erotic story writer by night.

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Lesson in Temptation

By

Mila Moor

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Copyright 2018 by Mila Moor

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Chapter One

Six weeks in san Francisco? Zane Blair commented. How much of this trip is actually business and how much is pleasure? He waited for his childhood friend, Colton Underwood to answer.

Colton laughed and quickly raised his eyebrows up and down. Oh, believe me, I plan to try to do as little business as possible and enjoy the pleasurable side of this trip.

Zane joined his friend in laughter. Well, San Francisco should give you ample opportunity to explore that portion of your trip. He took a drink from his beer, and thought about the trouble he and his friend could scare up when they were looking for fun.

Colton took a drink too and then set his beer down. The smile and mirth left his face. I think this will be an important time for me. Make some big decisions. Could be life changing. He held Zane’s gaze to emphasize how serious he was.

So, you aren’t traveling solo? Zane stated picking up on where Colton was heading.

No, he answered shaking his head. Then he chuckled. Hell, I never do anyway. You know that. But man, this is six weeks. Not just a quick two or three-day trip with sixteen-hour meeting sessions.

Gena?

Colton smiled weakly. Yes. He stood up and paced around Zane’s den. Hell, I’ve got to know if that’s what I want. It’s pure torture living with just a few stolen moments and not being able to look at things in a more permanent way. I’ll know where I stand by the end of this vacation.

Zane picked up on that last word. Business trip, he corrected.

Hmm? Colton questioned and then realized what he had said. I mean, business trip.

And what does Mrs. Underwood think of this extended assignment?

Colton stared at him with a confused response for a moment. Oh, well. Yeah, Carly’s fine with it. Just nervous with those break-ins that have been happening in our neighborhood but otherwise she’s fine. Hell, she’ll probably be glad I’m not around to try to make love to her. Cold fish. He snorted. Little does she know that she is pushing me right into Gee’s bed.

Cold fish? What do you mean? Zane asked. He knew Carly, and although she was a bit quiet and standoffish around he, she seemed kind. Of course, most of his friends’ wives did not know what to think of him, so her behavior towards him hadn’t seemed odd to him.

It’s a damn chore just to have sex. She hates everything about it. Acts like I’m some depraved maniac if I touch her.

Damn, Colt. Did you lose your touch with women? Zane teased.

Colton shook his head. I don’t know what it is.

Have you asked her?

It wouldn’t matter anyway, Colton replied.

Zane sighed. Maybe you’re putting your other interests in front of trying to figure out your wife. Is she just an afterthought?

His friend flopped back down in an overstuffed chair. I don’t know. I should have never married her to begin with. It just seemed like a good idea at the time.

Have you tried to figure out what makes her tick? What is she afraid of? Did something happen in the past to make her this way?

Colton frowned at Zane. Excuse me, but I’m not the great master of women like you. We aren’t all blessed with billions to toss around to turn a woman into whatever your heart desires.

Zane’s eyes narrowed. I have never once had to use anything other than my own intelligence to find out what a woman is thinking or feeling. Money doesn’t have a damn thing to do with taking the time to listen, to watch, to learn.

You think you could figure her out? Colton’s voice was edging towards anger.

I could damn well at least take the time to ask her what’s going on instead of just laying all the blame at her feet while I’m chasing around another piece of ass, Zane drank the rest of his beer and set the bottle back down with a little more force than he meant.

Colton leaned back and crossed his arms. Then do it.

Excuse me? Zane asked flatly.

Find out. Let her stay here while I’m gone. I’ll tell her it’s for her safety because of the break-ins.

You would let your wife stay here? With me? Alone? Are you fucking mad? Zane knew his reputation as a lady’s man was well deserved. He actually had a female here tonight, but he had sent her to another part of the house when Colton showed up. That’s the way he operated. Women were to be enjoyed and he happened to enjoy quite a few women.

Why not? I mean, maybe she’ll learn a thing or two from seeing your harem come and go. Maybe she’ll loosen up. Hell, I’m sure you could teach her some private lessons, if you know what I mean.

You’re asking me to fuck your wife? Zane rose from his seat. Get out of my house, you sick bastard.

Colton stood up and held his hands up. Hey, it was just a suggestion. She won’t be my wife for long anyway if this trip goes as planned. Please, Zane. Just listen to me.

Two weeks later, Zane found himself standing outside Colton’s house calling himself ten times a fool. The door opened and Carly stood on the other side looking rather nervous. He smiled at her. Hello, Carly. Are you all packed?

Chapter Two

. Welcome to my home, Zane announced. And your home for the next few weeks, he added with a warm smile.

Carly stepped inside timidly and glanced around the large foyer. Her eyes wide as if she had never seen anything so fascinating in her entire life. Zane hid a grin. He had seen this same expression on far too many guests faces when they entered his home for the first time.

Goodness, she said softly and then blushed when she realized she had spoken aloud. I mean, it’s lovely.

He couldn’t help but smile then. Come on in. Would you like a grand tour or the quick and dirty version?

Quick and dirty? she asked in a confused voice.

The most important rooms and places, he explained.

Oh, she laughed. I suppose that one would be better.

He winked at her. Good choice. He motioned for her forward and directed her down a hallway to a door. He opened the door. This is the most important room in the house, in my opinion.

Carly found herself in a beautiful large kitchen. There was a middle-aged lady busy at the stove. Zane approached her and looked into the pot she was stirring. Keep your fingers out, Mr. Blair or I’ll be adding them to your dinner.

Zane grinned like a charming boy, but stepped back none the less. Carly, this is Lucy, the best chef in the world. Lucy, this is my guest, Carly. She’ll be staying with us for several weeks.

Lucy smiled warmly at Carly. Very nice to meet you. If there is anything you need, please feel free to ask.

Carly returned her smile. It’s very nice to meet you. I have just been informed that this is the most important room in this entire home, and by the delicious aromas I must agree.

Anything you want, Carly. Lucy’s a master. Be sure to let her know anything you don’t care for or if there is anything you are hungry for. Zane steered her back out the door.

The next room was an exercise room filled with every kind imaginable. A small library, which Zane noted she lingered in, tracing her finger along the spines of the books. The pool out back and then an entertainment room complete with multiple televisions, a pool table, poker tables and a bar. Next, he led her upstairs to her room.

When she entered she realized her suitcase was already in her room. The room was large, three times the size of her own bedroom at home. She followed Zane as he opened another door and she was shown the dressing room complete with a makeup table. Off that was the bathroom with a tub that could have been described as a small pool and a large shower with a glass door.

Your home is beautiful, she admired. He didn’t reply but just replied at her. He returned to the dressing room and pointed out a button on the wall.

If you need help with your hair or dressing or face stuff or whatever else you women need, just push this and Angel will come help you. He pushed the button.

Two minutes later Carly heard, Is there something I can assist you with? She spun towards the door and saw a stunning lady standing in the doorway wearing a plain gray uniform dress.

Carly, this is Angel. She’s on staff to assist you with whatever women need assisting with, Zane mumbled the last bit as if everything was foreign to him.

Carly gasped. You hired somebody just to help me?

Angel stifled a giggle and Zane threw her a quick warning. Um, no. She’s available whenever I have guests.

Realization hit Carly and she blushed. Oh, she said softly. I should have realized I was not your only visitor.

You are, he voiced. "You’ve got the run of the house for