I was restless. A case file sat in front of me but I couldn't concentrate. I rubbed my eyes. This case was an absolute mess. The divorce was a clusterfuck--and the two little children were trapped in the middle.
I sighed. I needed to call the father and meet with him. I adjusted my skirt and blouse while I rehearsed the phone conversation in my head.
Suddenly, my phone buzzed with a call. My cheeks flushed when I saw it was Marco. I quickly slid my finger over the screen.
"Hey, you," I murmured, feeling a little silly that my voice dropped to a lower register.
"Come down to the station." His voice was smooth, deep, enticing.
"Is everything okay?" My heart thudded.
"I haven't seen you in days. And you just left the other morning without saying a word."
I frowned. "I didn't want to leave. But I had to get to court. I need to stay in favor with this judge-- especially after my wardrobe malfunction the other day..."
"Elena? Please?" His voice was suddenly vulnerable. God, that voice left me weak in the knees, and arousal filled my lower belly with heat.
"I'll... I'll be down in a few." I disconnected the call and rushed into the bathroom to freshen up.
I touched up my makeup--swiped on a little mascara and brushed my teeth. I pulled the elastic from my hair and the brown waves framed my face and tumbled down my shoulders. I fluffed it up, and decided I was presentable for the police station.
When I walked in the public entrance, a young patrolman looked me up and down. His cheeks reddened. "Can I help you, ma'am?"
Must have been the rookie Marco had mentioned.
"Yes, hello, I'm looking for Officer--"
"Elena."
I looked up at the sound of his voice.
Marco came into view from around the corner. "Could you please join me in the interview room?"
His green eyes were a dark emerald, pupils dilated with wanting and lust. He held out his hand for me. The rookie patrolman gave us a confused look, but I wasn't looking.
I took Marco's hand and followed him through the station and down the hall.