#tv preferneces
Type: One shot about James
Rating: Rated R for some sexual content
Word Count: 3200+
Pairing: James + Britney
Enjoy!
It was just another Monday morning, where she didn’t want to get out of bed. She hit her snooze button way too many times that now it won’t turn off. She signed and finally got out of bed, of course, she was going to be late. She made her way to the bathroom and took a quick shower. Getting dressed for the day, pulling her hair up in a messy bun. Making her way downstairs grabbing her bag and slipping on her shoes. Making her way out of the apartment and into her car. She drove to her favorite cafe but the drive-through line was insane. She parked her car and went inside, ordering her drink. Leaning against the counter as she checked her phone. Her order was up so she grabbed her coffee and started to head out the door. She was still looking down at her phone when she bumped into someone.
“Sorry,” he said.
“Watch it,” she said.
“Says the person on the phone,” he said.
“What?” she said as she looked up at him.
“You are the one not watching where you are going,” he said.
“It’s never been a problem before,” she said.
“Guess today it is,” he said as he walked away from her.
“Jerk,” She said as she left the cafe.
She made her way back to her car and pulled off. She finally pulled into her job and made her way inside. Checking in before making her way to her office. Sitting at her desk drinking her coffee as she checked emails. For some reason, she couldn’t get him off her mind.
“We have a meeting. Something about a new CO” Sarah said as she walked into Britney’s office.
“A new CO?” Britney asked.
“Yea some new fancy guy or whatever,” Sarah said.
“I’ll be there shortly,” Britney said as she finished her coffee.
She threw her coffee into the trashcan and made her way to the meeting room. She saw him sitting at the head of the table. She rolled her eyes and took a seat as the meeting started. He was going to be the new CO, basically Britney’s new boss. As the meeting came to an end, she was asked to show him around.
“Look who it is,” he smirked as he leaned against the table.
“What is your name?” Britney asked.
“Mr. Jerk to you” He smiled. “It’s James,” he said.
“James this way,” she said.
“What is your name?” he questioned as he followed her.
“I’m Britney,” she said.
She finished showing him around the office and then she went back to her desk. She started working on the things she needed to get done. Of course, he would hover over her because he had nothing better to do. She worked through lunch so she could leave early. After her last client, she turned off her lights and shut down the computer. Closing the door behind her as she started to leave the office.
“Leaving already?” James asked.
“Yes, I’m done with my task list for today,” She said.
“Have dinner with me,” he said.
“Why?” She looked at him.
“Think we got off to a rough start,” He said.
“Yes we did but we don’t have to do dinner. We can just be coworkers” she said.
“Please, just let me take you out to dinner,” he said.
“Tonight?” she questioned.
“Yes right now, I’ll grab my jacket,” he said.
“Alright” she nodded softly.
He came back with his jacket and held the door open for her. She walked out of the office and he led her to his car. She wanted to drive herself to wherever they were going. She followed him downtown to the restaurant that he wanted to go to. Once she parked the car he came over and opened the door for her. Putting his hand out to help her out, she grabbed it and got out of the car. He got them a booth for two. She sat across from him and looked through the menu. She had never been here before so she didn’t know what to get.
“What is good here?” she asked.
“The shrimp pasta is good, so is the chicken,” he said.
“They have lobster,” she said.
“Get whatever you want,” he said.
“That’s expensive plus I don’t like lobster,” she said.
“Still get whatever you want,” he nodded.
The waiter came over and he ordered them drinks and asked for a few more moments. Once the drinks arrived at the table they both ordered what they wanted. He picked up his glass and leaned it towards hers. She picked up hers and placed hers against his glass.
“To new beginnings,” he said.
“To new beginnings,” she said as she took a sip.
“Do you like it?” He asked.
“It’s amazing, what is it?” she questioned.
“It’s Camymus,” he said.
“It’s really good,” she said. “Can I ask you a question?” she looked at him.
“Sure,” he said.
“Why did you want to become a CO?” she asked.
“Guess the rich kid wanted to do something with his life,” he said.
“I didn’t mean it in a bad way,” she said.
“I know you didn’t, just the truth,” he said.
“I think you will like working at the office,” she said.
“I already do,” he smiled softly.
The food finally arrived at the table. They started to eat and talk, the drinks were flowing and they both were having a good time. Once the bill came he paid for it quickly so she did not see how much it was. He walked over to her side and put his hand out once again. She grabbed it and stood up from the table, she stumbled slightly. He placed his arm around her waist and called his driver to come to pick them up. He was slightly drunk as well and he didn’t want to risk hurting her.
“Thanks for tonight,” she said.
“Nope you are not driving,” He said as he took her keys out of her hand.
“I’m fine,” she said.
“Then stand up straight,” he said as he let her go.
“Fine,” she said. She tried to stay standing up straight but she stumbled again and started to laugh.
“I got you,” he said as he wrapped his arm around her waist.
“Thank you,” she said.
His driver pulled up and he helped her into the car. He got in with her and told the driver to take them to his place. She laid against him as they drove. She started to drift off before they got to his place. He got out of the car and gently woke her up. She got out of the car and he picked her up, taking her inside. Sitting here on the couch as he made his way into the kitchen. He grabbed her a cup of water and a few aspirins.
“Here,” he said as he handed her the cup.
“What is that?” she questioned.
“Water and aspirin,” he said.
“I can’t take those, but thanks for the water,” she said as she grabbed the cup.
“No problem,” he spoke softly.
“So this is your house?” she asked as she stood up.
“Yea it is” he nodded.
“Pretty,” she said as she started to walk around.
He got up from the couch and followed her. Showing her around the house, making their way upstairs. She stood at the doorway of his room, he came behind her. Placing his hand against the lower part of her back. She turned to face him, he placed his hand against her hip. She rested her hand against his chest as she looked at him. He leaned against the doorframe pulling her close to him. Place his hand against her chin, tilting it up slightly as he leaned down. Kissing her softly, she grabbed his shirt and kept him close as she kept the kiss between them. He placed his hand against her neck as he slowly pulled away.
“Let’s lay down,” he said.
“Ok,” She nodded.
She slipped her shoes off before laying down on his bed. He laid beside her, she moved closer and snuggled to him. He played with her hair as she laid her head down on his chest. They both drifted off to sleep in each other’s arms. He woke up around 4 am when he heard her in the bathroom. She was throwing up, he grabbed one of his shirts and made his way into the bathroom. He got a cool washcloth and placed it on the back of her neck. Moving her hair from her face as she threw up in the toilet. He grabbed a towel when she finished so she could wipe her mouth. She leaned against the wall as he stayed with her.
“Let’s get you changed,” he said as he handed her his shirt.
“Thanks,” She said as she took off her shirt and put his on. She also took her pants off because they had puke on them too.
He picked her up and laid her back in the bed. He went downstairs with her clothes and put them in the washer so they would be ready in the morning. He got a bottle of water and crackers, making his way back upstairs. She was already fast asleep in the bed hugging his pillow. He smiled as he leaned against the doorframe, just watching her silently.
“Who is that?” his maid asked.
“Britney,” he whispered.
“The girl you’ve been stalking?” she asked.
“No, just the girl I’ve been dreaming of,” he said.
“The girl from yesterday morning,” his maid said.
“Yea the girl from the cafe,” he said.
“Well hope she’s everything you were dreaming of,” she said as she walked off.
He made his way into the bedroom, placing the cup of water and crackers on her side. He got into bed with her and laid with her until he fell asleep. In the morning she woke up confused because she was alone in a strange room. She sat up and realized she didn’t have her clothes on. Just panties and his tee-shirt, some of the pieces started to come together.
“Wait I? With the boss? Oh god” she said to herself.
“No we didn’t and good morning,” he said as he came in with breakfast.
“What happened last night?” she questioned.
“We had dinner, you got drunk so I brought you back to my place,” he said.
“Did we?” she looked at him.
“No, your clothes are in the bathroom freshly washed,” he said.
“What happened?” she said.
“You got sick last night so I helped you change and then you crashed,” he said.
“Thank you,” she said.
“Eat then shower. Then I’ll take you to get your car” he said as he kissed her forehead.
“Ok thanks” she nodded as she started to eat, he left the room.
She finished breakfast and made her way to the bathroom. She turned the water on and closed the door as she got undressed. She saw a basket of shower things, everything that she loved. She got into the shower and just stood under the water. She quickly washed her hair and washed off. She got out of the shower, dried herself off with a towel. She got dressed and grabbed her shoes as she made her way downstairs.
“Ready?” he asked.
“Yea I am” she nodded.
“Let’s go,” he said as he stood up.
He led her to his car and helped her into the back. His driver took them back to the restaurant so they both could get their cars. They parted ways as she drove off towards her apartment. She guessed that he went straight to the office but she needed to change. She made her way into her apartment and went to change. She left her apartment and went to get coffee before she went to the office. As she drove her memory of the night started to come back, she remembered the kiss. The throwing up and him taking care of her, she didn’t know what to do. She took a deep breath as she entered the building, she quickly made her way to her office. She went straight to work trying to get him off her mind. She didn’t realize what time it was until James knocked on her door.
“Lunch?” he asked.
“Oh I’m working through lunch,” she said.
“Come on” he reached for her hand.
“I always work through lunch,” she said.
“Just come on,” he said.
“Ok” she nodded as she stood up.
She took his hand as he led her to the courtyard. He had their lunch on the table just waiting for them. She smiled as she followed him. He pulled out her chair and she nodded and took a seat. He sat down next to her and served lunch to her. They started to eat and got so lost in conversation that they didn’t realize what time it was. His phone started to go off but he turned it over and ignored it.
“So can we talk about last night?” she asked.
“Nothing happened, nor will I ever put you in a position like that,” he said.
“I know that, I’m starting to remember” she looked at him. “Sorry for throwing up in your house,” she said.
“It’s ok, it happens,” he said as he brushed the hair from her face.
“I want to talk about the kiss,” she said.
“What about it?” he asked as he brushed his thumb against her lips.
“I don’t want people talking nor knowing,” she said.
“Our little secret,” he said.
“I just don’t want people to think I’m only working here because I’m with the boss,” she said.
“That’s fine, whatever you are comfortable with,” he said.
“I want to take things slow, ” she said.
“Ok at your pace” he smiled softly.
“Thank you for taking care of me,” she said.
“No problem,” he said as he kissed her cheek.
“Sir your 4 o'clock is here,” his assistant said as she walked out to the courtyard.
“Is it 4?” he chuckled as he nodded to his helpers.
“I should get going,” Britney said as she left the courtyard.
She made her way back to her office and continued with her day. She didn’t finish work until late but she finally finished. She closed her office, he grabbed her arm before she could leave. Leading her back to his office, closing the door behind them. He sat in his chair and pulled her onto his lap. She smiled and rested her hand against his chest, playing with his tie. He cupped her cheeks and kissed her softly. She kept the kiss between them as she moved closer to him. He slipped his hands up her legs, under her skirt. She squirmed at his touch at first but she didn’t want him to stop. Moving her panties to the side as he slipped his thumb against her clit. Rubbing it softly as she moaned against his lips. She jumped when she heard someone knock on his door, she got off of him and sat in the chair. He got up and left his office with whoever was at the door. She sat in his chair and looked through his computer. She saw a folder with her name on it so she clicked it. She saw videos of her just doing normal things, many pictures of her in her apartment. Her heart started to race as she continued to look through the file. She heard him coming back so she quickly closed it.
“Want to head back to my place?” he asked.
“It’s pretty late, I should head home,” she said as she walked past him.
“What just happened?” He asked as he grabbed her hand.
“Nothing, just pretty tired,” she said as she pulled back.
“You sure?” he asked.
“Yea, see you tomorrow,” she said as she left the building.
“Britney” he yelled as she got into her car.
She pulled off from the parking lot and pulled into an abandoned lot. She sat in her car and started crying, she was scared for her life. Was he stalking her? She overheard him talking last night to his maid but that couldn’t be true. Why did he have pictures of her and videos? She realized that their encounter at the cafe wasn’t a mistake, it was planned, him buying the company was to get close to her. She took a deep breath in before trying to start her car but it wouldn’t turn over. She saw a car coming into the abandoned lot and she just knew it was him. He came up to the car and knocked on her window. She took another deep breath in and got out of her car.
“Are you ok?” he said as he placed his hand on her cheek.
“Yea I’m fine,” She said as she moved from his touch.
“Come on, I’ll take you home,” he said.
“I’m fine, ” she said.
“In some abandoned lot?” he questioned.
“Why do you have videos of me?” she looked at him.
“What do you mean?” he asked.
“On your computer?” she said.
“You went through my computer?” he asked.
“Yea I did,” she said.
“I had my people look into everyone at the company before buying it,” he said.
“Oh,” she said.
“Yes, because I didn’t want people who I don’t trust working for me,” he said.
“I’m the only one on the computer though,” she said.
“Haven’t gotten around to deleting the files” he said.
“Ok,” she nodded.
“Please let me take you home?” he said.
“I want to go home alone,” she said.
“Fine,” he said.
She got into his car and he took her straight to her apartment. She went inside alone and he pulled off. She made sure all her curtains were down so there was no way someone could look in. She went upstairs and laid down trying to relax. Was he telling the truth or was he just stalking her? She started to like him but now she was paranoid because she didn’t know what to expect from him. All those criminal shows started to make her mind racing a million miles an hour. She finally fell asleep in her bed. She wanted to take things really slow with him, meaning staying away from him that weekend. She would go to work early and try to avoid him as much as possible.
“I heard about what you did,” he said as he leaned against her doorframe.
“And what was that?” she asked.
“Come on, you know,” he said.
“Well it’s no secret, everyone knows,” She said.
“Can we just talk?” he asked.
“Sure,” she agreed.
They left the office building and she went with him to his apartment. She made sure everyone that knew her knew where she was just in case things went wrong. All they did that night was talk and he cleared his name and proved that he was telling the truth. Of course, she would keep her guard up but maybe she could be with him. They laid under the stars and just watched the night sky. He moved closer to her and kissed her cheek softly, she turned so he kissed her. She smiled against his lips and kissed him softly. Maybe this time was different than with her last boss. She snuggled close to him resting her head against his chest. He wrapped his arms around her as they continued to watch the night sky. Was this her happy ending or would it end in tragedy?
