Sophia couldn't believe her eyes as they walked off the plane. Luca directly behind her holding their carry on bags. He had told her they could take his plane however TIMES had already set her up with business class tickets and a translator. She was nervous since she had never spoke Central Thai before. It was a foreign language to her which says a lot since she had traveled to many places before.

Standing in the lobby is a woman where a long a nice blouse and a long skirt that goes to her feet. She has a sign that says Sophia Andrews on it. Sophia looks to Luca who already sees the sign. She reaches over taking his free hand before walking to the woman. She smiles upon her walking up.

"ยินดีต้อนรับสู่ประเทศไทย or as you would say Welcome to Thailand!"

The woman bows her head gently making Sophia and Luca mimic her. She informs them that her colleague has already went to collect their luggage. The woman then begins leading them out of the airport as she speaks about certain things they would visiting as well as certain customs to be aware of. Sophia was unaware that showing your shoulders or feet could come across as disrespectful. The interpreter, Maylee, explained that it was taught that the feet are the dirtiest part of the body and should not be on display. The shoulders for a woman are thought to be intimate and for her husband only. The last big one was the touching of someone's face since that is sacred.

Luca almost groaned hearing this but Sophia nudged his side as she laughed gently. Maylee noticed his reaction and stated they were not bound by their traditions and should not feel pressure in doing so. Sophia laid her head on his shoulder as she took them to a car. They all got in with Maylee in the passenger seat, Luca and Sophia still holding hands in the backseat. Maylee continues pointing out different places along the way while Sophia soaked up everything her eyes could feast on. Although Luca was interested in the new surroundings, watching his tesoro's reaction was far more beautiful than any sight he could see.

Feeling eyes on her, Sophia turns her head to find Luca with an intense look in his eyes. He doesn't turn or shy away but simply leans over giving her a gentle kiss. Sophia blushes from the display of affection and turns back to the window trying to cool her heated cheeks. Luca on other hand is smiling ear to ear.

"Your company must care for you a great deal Ms. Andrews."

Sophia turns to Maylee, "What do you mean?"

"They have put you up in the executive suite at Shangri-La Hotel. A beautiful hotel miss."

Sophia just nods her head in understanding turning back capturing some of the beautiful sites as they drove by. "Don't worry miss, we will be having a full weekend planned for you and your husband."

"Actually, he isn't-"

"Thank you Maylee." Luca cuts her off making Sophia turn red again and bite her lip. She decides to not further correct her. Luca squeezes her hand but she refuses to turn to him just yet.

It doesn't take long for the car to pull up to the large hotel and Maylee helps check them in. Sophia was fascinated by the language and how fluently Maylee could go from her native tongue to English. They received their keys and Maylee helped take them up to the top floor. It dings at 12 and is opened up but their are only two doors on the floor. Maylee informs them that the suites are the very large up here and each have a private pool area on the top deck. Luca was impressed how well TIMES was taking care of Sophia.

Maylee informs them that the luggage should already be in their rooms and that she will give them an hour before coming back to collect them for dinner. She gives another graceful bow before exiting leaving the couple to look around. The suite was simply beautiful but Sophia's favorite part was the balcony connected to their room. She gasped walking out not realizing Luca was directly behind her.

Feeling his arms wrap around her from behind she relaxes against his hold. His lips coming up to kiss her neck gently before going up to her ear. "Maybe we should try that out tonight."

She smiles giggling as her hornish man turns her around leaning down to take her lips. She could feel his hard on pressing to her lower stomach making her gasp in the kiss. Luca taking the moment to dive in her mouth taking her breath away. She pulls away trying to breathe slightly before she fists his shirt crashing her lips back down onto his. Her body pressing to his pushing him back into the room. His hands begin working to get her jacket off of her.

The hour was well spent before Maylee came back knocking. The couple looking at the bed that was destroyed in the process while they are changing into another set of clothes. Luca had ripped her bra off which was hot at that moment but now left Sophia pouting. Luca promised to buy her another one. Sophia tried to be respectful and covered her shoulders with a light jacket and a long dress beneath. Luca had worn one of his many suits looking sexy as usual.

Maylee smiled knowingly at the couple before ushering them along. The flight was 20 hours and it was now evening in Thailand whereas they left California around noon. Sophia was honestly confused how it worked but knew Thailand was 14 hours ahead. She decided to not think to hard about it but understood she would be falling back when they go back.

The restaurant they went to was beautiful and the dishes were colorful and tasty. The food reminded her a lot like what she had in China but with a spicier taste to it. Luca had coughed a few times not used to the food but Sophia took it like a champ. Maylee soothed Luca by saying it was common for tourist to react in coughs from their food. She was impressed by Sophia and the red head beauty explained that she had traveled to China.

The evening finished with Maylee taking them on a walk. Luca was surprised by the amount of people out and about at night. The market was lit up as people shopped and mingled walking around to the stalls. Maylee stated this was the time that families had to shop since they are busy at work through out the day. The hours they work are longer here than what they are in America.

Arriving back at the hotel, Maylee turns in the lobby to them informing them she will be back tomorrow morning at 9 am to begin the touring of the city making sure to remind Sophia to have her camera prepared. Sophia and Luca get in the elevator both in a state of exhaustion between the food and the flight. They get back into the room where Luca helps undress Sophia as she collapses into the bed naked. Luca making sure the doors are locked before stripping out of all his clothes as well and slipping in behind her. On the brink of sleep, the couple is awoken by the shrill of her cellphone. Luca reaches for it on the night stand answering it for her.

"Hello?"

"Luca? Where is Sophia? Is everything okay!"

Sophia groans turning around to take the phone out of his hand. "Hey Jess, I'm fine."

"You didn't call me!" Jess whines before calming down. "What time is it there?"

Luca speaks up from behind her, "Late Jessica."

Sophia giggles turning to look at the clock. "It's nearly 10 hear Jess."

"Wow, it's 8 here... I won't be able to get this right." Jessica grumbles from the other end. Sophia just hums in reply while Luca gently rubs her bare thigh up and down under the sheet. "Sounds like you are tired so text me when you get up. Love you sis."

"Love you too Jess, night."

Sophia puts the phone up before turning to face Luca. She tucks her face in his neck and throws her leg over his thigh allowing his hard on to lay right at her apex. Neither having the energy to do anything about it as they continue to hold each other close and fall into a peaceful slumber.

The morning lights dance through the long sheer curtains waking them up the following morning. Both still wrapped around each other. Luca takes the opportunity to roll onto Sophia and begin kissing her delectable lips. Sophia giggles trying to not think about her morning breath as he continues to kiss her. His kisses leave her in a state of euphoria. They are both tender and ferocious, passionate and slow... showing her just how much he loves her.

Luca could practically feel himself fade into oblivion as he laid between Sophia's legs kissing her with his entire heart. He has grown accustomed to loosing himself in her and he was not ashamed to admit how much he loved it. He was happy she accepted everything about him. His rough demeanor, his possessiveness towards her, and even his touchiness. She was always so gentle with him and never raised her voice to him which he appreciated.

The morning was blissful even as Maylee interrupted the bubble they had created. The pair scrambling to get ready while Sophia asked Maylee to wait in the living room apologizing profusely for not being ready. Maylee waved them off saying to not worry and she would wait. Luca helped Sophia gather everything they would need for the day while Sophia double checked her camera bag.

Thirty minutes later, they left the hotel and began touring the city. Maylee explaining some of the historical landmarks as they walked by foot. Luca thought they would be going by car but Maylee said the car would be coming in a little while to take them to spots further away.

Luca continued to ask questions and speak to Maylee while Sophia already began snapping away. Her attention to her craft further filling Luca with adoration for her. She completely engrossed herself while taking her photos. The afternoon spent with Sophia enraptured with her camera, Luca and Maylee looking on and speaking about the sights.

Sophia finally took a break showing Luca some of her photos and to say Luca was amazed was an understatement. She was an amazing photographer and truly took pride in her work. They had another amazing lunch before the car took them onto farther sights away. The afternoon spent traveling some of the windy paths leading to temples on the outskirts of the city.

That evening Maylee said the festival would be starting shortly and to freshen up. She reminded them playfully that she would be back in one hour. This time both of them got ready including a shower together but only to clean up, nothing further than that. Maylee did return and gasped surprise to find Sophia wearing a traditional chut thai.

"คุณดูสวยงาม"

Sophia gives her a questionable look and she shakes her head. "I'm sorry, you look beautiful."

"Oh thank you."

Luca wraps his arm around her waist drawing her in to his side. "You guys are a lovely couple, how long have you've been together?"

Sophia turns looking to Luca and him to her before her turns back to Maylee. "It feels like a life time Maylee. She is my soulmate."

Maylee nods with a gentle smile, "good answer."

Sophia blushes yet again but her heart is still doing flips from his statement. They all walk out of the hotel and Maylee leads them into the deepest part of the city where the streets are already full of people. Maylee takes them to gather their own lanterns.

"What is said to happen upon releasing a lantern?" Sophia questions out loud.

"Two things, first off it gets rid of bad luck but more importantly if you wish while releasing yours, it is said to come true as long as you are good at heart."

Luca smirks already knowing what he is going to wish for. The older man helping them to light the lanterns and showing them where to hold them so they don't burn themselves. Maylee getting her own as well. All around people have them in their hands. Maylee points to the large clock hanging up in town stating they release them at exactly 10. Maylee takes them closer to the river so they may see it all.

Luca wraps his free arm around Sophia as her arm goes around him. Both looking all around while Maylee gets greeted by some people in town. Luca takes the chance to kiss her cheek making Sophia smile brightly at him. His lips lingering near her ear.

"You know tesoro, I could get used to this..."

"What?" She asks looking up at him.

"Spending my life with you."

Sophia looks deeply into his eyes finding him completely serious. She leans up cupping his face before kissing him gently no longer caring for anyone around them.

"It's time you two!"

They pull apart slowly and lift the lanterns above their head still completely cocooned to each other. They watch as the night sky lights up with lanterns. Luca releases Sophia as she pulls out her camera capturing many photos for the article. Luca continues watching her as she smiles behind the lens.

Yeah, I could definitely get used to this...