Jaded

Part 6

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“Fuck, she was in that car for a longe. Ie. I thought she’d never leave.” Sin remarked curiously as her blue gaze took in Chloe’s little red beetle disappearing from her sight.

Both ladies of the night were sitting impatiently awaiting Sin’s car to properly warm up before driving back to Metropolis.

“I would’ve done the same. I mean, think about it. Only Chloe would knee Lex Luthor in the balls and then ask him for help. But, if I know Chloe, she’d probably demand that he help her.” Roxy grinned.

“You don’t think he’ll hurt her?” Sin asked as a frown formed on her face.

“Nah! The man’s crazy about her. But…he will make her sweat a little. I can see him doing that. And to tell you the truth she deserves it for being such a fucking idiot.” Roxy chuckled.

“I know. When a man like Lex Luthor kisses you…you don’t knee him. That’s just not right. What was she thinking?” Sin shook her head in exasperation.

“I’m going to have to have a serious conversation with that girl and set her straight. When Lex Luthor kisses you, honey, you kiss him back and fuck him like there’s no tomorrow.” Roxy said ser serious tone prompting Sin to laugh. They both laughed for a few minutes before worry began to gnaw at Sin.

“I’m not sure about letting Chlo go to Eden’s without us.” Sin worried. Roxy grin left her face as she looked at her friend’s expression.

“You know we can’t be there. Apollo will probably kill us on sight. It’s got to be this way. Besides, Delilah will be there.” Roxy’s grin returned to her features at the last statement.

Sin grinned also. “Good. Should we have warned Chlo, about Delilah?”

“No…Delilah told me, she’d fill Chlo in when she arrived. She’s also promised to keep an eye out for Chlo and Lex.” Roxy chuckling became laughter.

“From the way you are laughing, I have a feeling Delilah said she’d heith ith Chlo.” Sin chuckled.

“Yep! Delilah said she’d love to help. She’s a romantic a heart. But the damn woman wouldn’t tell me what she had in mind. It’s driving me crazy this not knowing. I can’t wait to find out.” Roxy quipped.

“Shit, I wish I could go. I really want to see what Delilah’s up to.” Sin sighed disappointedly.

“Don’t worry. Delilah promised to tell us everything.” Roxy said.

Sin’s car finally perked up and after a disgusted look from Roxy, Sin drove off though both women were wearing huge grins on there faces.

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Lex sat on his coucoodiooding in his study nursing a scotch. He was looking into the fire trying to squelch the restless feeling that had overcome him since returning to Smallville. His restlessness increased with the passing of time.

It’s quiet. Too quiet. Damn! This is her fault!

Lex arose disgustedly from his seat on the couch. He couldn’t believe it. He was bored. BORED! After what he had been through with that blonde hellcat, Lex thought that all he needed was some peace. That was not the case. He was so fucking bored.

Shit! I could kill her right now!

Lex began to pace. He needed to see her. He realized that as he began to devise a way where he can drop in on the hellcat.

He could always say he was looking for Clark. Yes. That would be good. She’d totally believe that. An image of Chloe’s face staring at him with disbelief plastered on her lovely features had him gritting his teeth.

Damn! That wouldn’t work.

Lex stopped his pacing as he heard a commotion coming from the front hall. What now? Who cares? It’s something.

A regal looking elderly butler entered the study with a harried expression on his face. Lex almost grinned. Lex had never seen his butler look so flustered.

“Yes, Danvers.” Lex remarked curiously.

“Mr. Luthor, there is a Ms. Sullivan asking to see you. Actually sir, it’s more like demanding to see you.” Danvers informed.

Chloe. Why does this not surprise me?

“Mr. Luthor, will you see her?” Danvers asked.

Lex paused for a moment. Elation was racing through his body. Chloe was here to see him. Why? What did she want?

“Mr. Luthor? Will you see Ms. Sullivan?” Danvers asked again.

“No. Tell her I’m very busy. Danvers, be sure to stress that I call her in the next week or two.” Lex said trying to hold back his amusement. Danvers’ face visibly paled.

“As you wish, sir.” Danvers turned and left Lex’s study. Lex almost clapped his hands in anticipation. He grinned as he imagined the shock on Chloe’s face.

The anticipated explosion made him laugh.

“What! What do you mean HE’LL call me in the next week or two?” He heard Chloe shriek.

Because he was laughing so hard, he couldn’t hear Danvers’ reply.

“LEX LUTHOR! YOU ARE GOING TO SEE ME THIS MINUTE OR I WILL HUNT YOU DOWN ROOM BY ROOM AND KILL YOU!” Chloe screamed at the top of her lungs.

“Ms. Sullivan, this is most undignified! Excuse me! Come back here!” Danvers’ voice rose as Lex heard footsteps.

Lex knew he had to rescue his butler. He squelched his laughter and managed to calm down a bit. He masked his face to show amused detachment.

Before he could take a step the door burst open and Chloe strode in. Anger was clearly written on her face. He stopped still at the sight of her. She was so beautiful when she was angry. Her face was flushed and her eyes were brilliant emeralds. Even the purple bruise on her jaw couldn’t detract from her loveliness.

“Is there a problem?” Lex asked pleased that his voice remained cool.

Chloe glared in his direction.

“Problem! Yes there is – What the hell – I mean no! No. There is no problem.” Chloe said very quickly, remembering why she was there. She calmed herself a bit. This was not going to be easy.

Lex’s blue-gray eyes immediately narrowed in suspicion. She was up to something. Chloe’s voice had started out in a growl then turned sugary sweet.

What is going on in that mind of hers? Lex thought instantly on guard.

“Lex, I need to speak with you. Alone!” Chloe glared at Danvers who was stationed at her side.

“Fine.” He turned and sighed, although secretly he could barely contain his excitement. She has something brewing.

Chloe couldn’t say anything for a moment. How was she going to ask? Was he still angry? Of course, you fool. Men don’t take it very well when you knee them in their privates.

Lex watched the indecision on Chloe’s face and frowned. Chloe was usually straight to the point. That’s one of the reasons he was so attracted to her.

“Chloe? Is there a reason why you’re here?” Lex questioned.

“First off, I want to say how sorry I really am for…you know…” Chloe began. She still didn’t have a plan. Oh well, I guess I’ll play it by ear.

“You forgiven.” Lex said magnanimously. Chloe eyes narrowed. He didn’t have to say it that way.

Oooh! If I didn’t need his help, I'd be so out of here!

“T-Thank you.” She managed to say through her teeth. If he wasn’t certain before that she was up to something, he now had his proof. Chloe definitely would have ripped into him for that last comment.

“Is there anything else? I’m very busy at the moment. I call you and we’ll schedule an appointment.” Lex went on. He loved baiting her. Lex realized that whatever she was up to, she had to be nice to him.

Let’s see how far I can go before she cracks…Lex thought evilly.

Chloe closed her eyes and took a deep breath. Breathe…Breathe…

“Y-Yes. I need your help.” She said after a moment.

“What kind of help? And for that matter, why should I help you?” Lex asked slowly edging closer.

“Well you see it’s about Eden’s Gate –“ Chloe began.

“NO!” Lex cut her off. He should have known. He should have known that she would never let this go.

“Can I please speak? God, so rude!” Chloe sarcastically said.

“Of course. But my answer iill ill NO!” Lex growled.

Chloe looked like she was going to spit fire as her face turned a horrible shade of red.

“I need your help.” She went on trying to maintain control of her rising fury. “The club owner has a shipment of drugs…”

“Oh well, that’s different. Hell NO!” Lex shouted. He be damned if he was going to let her get involved with drug dealers.

“Will please just let me finish, you sonofabitch?” Chloe yelled back.

“Fine! Go ahead! By all means, finish.” Lex’s tone turned magnanimous again and Chloe’s hand itched to smack him on his smug face.

“The drugs are very expensive and he won’t sell to me but ---“

“He will sell them to me. Is that right?” Lex finished her sentence. Chloe nodded her head airily.

“No! End of discussion.” Lex voice held hint a finality. Chloe was about to argue when shedenldenly threw her hands up.

“Okay! Fine! I don’t need you help. I will find a way to get Apollo to give me those drugs. So go to hell, Luthor!” Chloe turned and was half way to the door when she felt his hand clamp on her arm and swing her around to face him. His face was clouded in fury.

“You are not going! I won’t have you risking your life!” Lex growled as his face was inches from hers.

“Yes, I am! And you can’t stop me!” Chloe shouted back. Lex knew she had a point. She was the most stubborn woman he had ever known. Short of tying her to his bed…the scintillating thought almost made him grin…Concentrate!

He knew he was going to have to help her. She was not going there by herself. Suddenly an evil thought formed in his mind.

“Fine! I will help you…” Lex’s voice drifted off as she gave him the most beautiful grin he’s ever received from her.

“But…You will owe me and after this, I expect to collect your payment in full.” His voice lowered huskily as he inched his face closer to hers.

“Bastard! How dare you?” Chloe’s happiness was quickly washed away at his words.

“The choice is yours, Chloe. Take it or leave it!” Lex went on ruthlessly.

Fuck! How can he do this to me? Chloe silently yelled to herself. But she needed his help. Damn him!

“Fine! I will pay you in full when this is over.” She grit out. Lex smiled evilly.

“Good. And as a deposit…” His voice drifted off as he abruptly pulled her to him. His lips claimed hers in a brutal kiss. Chloe felt as if she were in a raging storm. His tongue tore inside of her mouth to mate with hers. It was a possessive kiss. Lex was staking his claim once and for all. Chloe was going to be his. And only his.

As abruptly as he pulled her to him, he let her go just as quickly. He looked at her bruised lips and felt his already hardened body harden even more.

She was his.

“I will pick you up in an hour. Do not keep me waiting.” With those words Lex turned and left the room.

TBC...