FROM INDIA WITH LOVE Part 8D Dinner at Crowns continued from 8C

I've sent a message to Noon at HQ, said Crown, and I will continue to update him. It may take a few days of travelling before we get to England, and who knows what we may face on the way.
I realise that, said Lana. I've discovered that the Russian security can be pretty ruthless if they find anyone has crossed them. They have a security branch called, Special Eliminations Force, SEF, which is used to identify and remove any serious opposition, wherever they may be.
Yes, I've heard of SEF, but let's hope we keep clear of them. You do realise that we are going to spend a large amount of time together?
Does that concern you, Jack?
Of course not, silly, I'm lucky to be in this situation. I just hope I can focus on the task ahead with you close by.
Well, let's hope you don't have to focus too much. I shall need some attention occasionally.
They looked at each other for a while. Lana reached out and gently rubs the back of Crown's hand. He stood up and held Lana's arm, encouraging her to stand next to him.
You can have my attention now if you wish. They held each other and kissed repeatedly.
Lana turned her back to Crown and in a soft voice said, Unzip my dress.
Crown pulled down the zip to the base of her spine, and eased the material off her shoulders. She stepped out of the dress and faced him. He removed his jacket and tie and she unbuttoned his shirt .
Make love to me Jack, she said. They walked to his bedroom and she sat on the edge of the bed. Crown removed the rest of his clothes and they lay together on the welcoming cool, cotton sheets. He caressed her body and ran his hands along the smooth silk skin that was so inviting to him. He adored every inch of her body and kissed her repeatedly. They enjoyed the sensations that only two people can appreciate when they become friends and lovers.
Eventually they slept, and Lana was the first person to wake. She realised that she had a formidable task to perform that day and must get home quickly. She kissed the sleeping Crown on his shoulder and went down the stairs to leave the apartment.

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Readers of this story will remember Part 1, when Lana leaves the building and Crown is woken by the sound of her bike. He then reflects on the previous days and how he arrived in Mumbai. These memories are captured in Parts 1--8.