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    The Lady of Gladstone Manor
    The Lady of Gladstone Manor
    The Lady of Gladstone Manor
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    The Lady of Gladstone Manor

    By Jamallah Bergman

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    Jackson Belle, the son of a prominent family of landscapers and architects whose work has been the “Showcase of the South”, goes to take what he thinks is a routine job for his father who is soon in bed after a fall. He soon finds himself going to Gladstone Manor, a home well known in town as a house that once would host grand balls and parties for the town. But is nothing more than a shell of its former glorious self. Soon Jackson finds himself diving deep within the mystery of Gladstone Manor and its owner Brooke Langley.

    Brooke Langley’s life at Gladstone Manor at one time was wonderful and she enjoyed the many memories she had as a child, watching the many people coming to the parties and balls that her parents would give. But a tragic accident leaves Brooke, the daughter of a black mother and white father, in seclusion and afraid of what the world outside of the Manor would think of her now. It isn’t until Jackson Belle comes into her life and shows her that someone does care that she slowly starts to come out to the world and soon finds true love as well.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherJamallah Bergman
    Release dateApr 6, 2015
    ISBN9781507054321
    The Lady of Gladstone Manor
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    Jamallah Bergman

    Writer Jamallah Bergman was born in Jamaica Queens, New York. Although her family moved around a bit; from New York to Alabama to Georgia. Jamallah's childhood was mostly spent in Roswell, Georgia.At the age of twelve, Jamallah started writing scripts for her doll babies. As she got older, her inclination to write grew.Soon after reading her first romance novel at fifteen; she became hooked on romance and deviated from writing her doll baby stories, to romantically inclined stories.Her thirst to write eventually sent her from one out of the box experience to another. She eventually engaged her thoughts and writing into writing erotic stories.As Jamallah's interest as a reader grew, questions aroused her curiosity. Why were the heroines in the stories she loved so much, nothing like herself. She felt none of the women were full figured, or plump. To coin a phrase from the well known comedienne Mo'Nique, like "Thick Madame", a thick and curvy woman.Often she became upset because she felt there should be stories out there about all types of women, including thick, beautiful women like herself. Why were there no stories about full figured women who got the handsome hunk? She would ask herself after reading another romance story where the beautiful main character was thin.After researching and finding very few stories about curvy women, Jamallah thought it was time the romance readers market read more stories about full figured heroines.She started to write stories where the full figured woman 'ALWAYS' got her man!

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      The Lady of Gladstone Manor - Jamallah Bergman

      Dedication

      This story is dedicated to those who look only for those whose inner beauty outshines their outer beauty.

      Chapter One

      What are you looking for son? Howard Belle asked his son, Jackson as he watched the younger man looking through the piles of blueprints.

      I was looking for the floor plan for Jerry’s kitchen. I wanted to make sure the measurements were right, I swear I know I made that counter a few inches too long, he answered, finally finding what he was looking for.

      The Belle men had come from a long line of landscapers and carpenters, very well known throughout the South. The social elite sought them for their elegant style and magazines, like Better Homes and Gardens and Atlanta Magazine often featured their work.

      No, it doesn’t look like you made it a few inches too long, Jackson, it seems just fine to me, his father told him as he too scanned the blueprints carefully.

      I think you’re right, Dad. No, wait a second—right here. I did have it off by a couple of inches, Jackson said as he made the correction. Now, we can go on ahead and finish that kitchen for Jerry and his wife.

      Speaking of wives, have you heard from Rachel today?

      Rachel really wasn’t his wife, at least not yet, even though they’d been together for three years. He thought about it from time to time, but something always seemed to get in the way. He wasn’t sure why he kept putting it off. Sometimes, he felt like he didn’t know the real her. Though that made no sense either. They were always together, unless one of them was working, which lately, had been too often. This time of year, a lot of people wanted a change in either their yards or their homes. I talked with her and we’re having dinner tonight.

      Well, that’s good. You both need to have some time together. I wish you two would just settle down, Jackson. You’re in your forties son and you haven’t gotten married yet.

      Jackson laughed as he put the blueprint in the tube to take with him. I swear you sound just like Momma, she worries about me marrying too. I’ll talk with you later.

      When Jackson arrived at Jerry’s home a half hour later, most of his crew was there to finish the job. He only needed to make sure everything was just right before they put down the countertop. Hey Jerry, how’s everything? he asked as he got out of the truck.

      Jerry Baldwin looked over at his buddy and smiled big. Things will go smoother if you brought that blueprint, so I can finally have a home cooked meal in my kitchen. I’m so tired of takeout dammit!

      Jackson laughed, Come on buddy, I got it right here. They both walked inside and as soon as Jackson talked it over with him, his crew got started on finishing up the kitchen of his wife’s dreams. It didn’t take long for the smooth granite countertop to be added once the correction was made, which had been the one major hold up of this entire job since Jerry’s wife Marcie kept changing her mind about which one she wanted. But when the countertop was finally put down, it looked gorgeous with the new cabinets that were installed over a month ago.

      Wow. I can’t believe it took this long to finish, but damn, Jackson, your men did a great job. Marcie will be pleased. Jerry smiled as he ran his hand over the countertop.

      I’m glad you like it. I hope that home cooked meal is well worth all this waiting time, Jackson joked.

      Jerry slapped his back in that amused way of his. Say, why don’t you and Rachel come over? We’ll have a big barbecue in the backyard.

      Gathering up the rest of his tools along with the blueprints, Jackson glanced at his friend. Let me know when and what time and I’ll let Rachel know. Take care!

      * * * *

      Jackson decided to stop by the grocery store to buy flowers for her before he made his way to Rachel’s house. When he walked in, he headed straight to the floral department, picking a bundle of lilies, her favorite then he made his way to the register.

      The pretty cashier smiled when he set the flowers on the conveyor belt. Are those for me? she joked.

      Jackson smiled and shook his head no.

      Well, whoever she is, she’s very lucky. That will be fifteen twenty-three.

      Handing over a twenty, Jackson gazed at the young woman as she continued peeking at him while punching the buttons on the register. He received this reaction before with young women. Whenever he went places, he always had women staring at him. He was used to it, even though he thought it rather funny that a guy like him would get so much attention.

      Here’s your change, have a good evening. She smiled.

      Jackson took one of the lilies out of the bunch and handed it to her, making her blush uncontrollably. Same to you ma’am, have a good one. With a wink, he walked out of the grocery store.

      When Jackson made it to Rachel’s, he pulled into her driveway and saw her standing on her front porch, waving as he got out of the truck.

      Oh sweetheart, you brought me flowers, how sweet! She gave him a big kiss on the lips.

      You’re very welcome. They made their way inside and the aroma of beef pot roast hit his nose. And I can smell my favorite dinner. You are a gem, darling.

      Well, come sit down and I’ll serve you.

      He watched her walk toward the kitchen as he went to the dining room table.

      That evening, they sat and talked, mainly about their work and families. Oh yeah, Jerry invited us to a barbeque at his house, he told her while finishing the rest of his roast.

      Sounds like fun, do you want some more? she asked him, noticing his near empty plate.

      No, sweetheart, I don’t want to get too full, you know.

      Well, why don’t I put these plates in the dishwasher and you go get comfy.

      Jackson made his way toward the living room, but instead of going straight for the couch, he went to her stereo to find her favorite CD by Sade. He slipped the CD in the slot and played her favorite song, Cherish the Day. He glanced over at her as she washed off a plate and put it in the dishwasher. Why don’t you stop and come and dance with me?

      Give me a second and I will.

      Once she finished the last dish, he restarted the song and held her so close that it almost felt as if they were one. You know we haven’t been able to do this for a while.

      I know, darling, I know. We’ve both been so busy lately.

      He enjoyed the feel of Rachel running her fingers through his hair and along his scalp.

      Getting a little more gray there, I see.

      He smirked at her remark while staring at her long, golden tresses. All he could think about was doing her from behind while holding tight to her hair. I thought you liked a little gray? he reminded her.

      She smiled. Of course I do. I’ve just noticed that you have more of it now.

      Grabbing her around her waist, he hiked her legs up.

      She laughed at his antics. Jackson William Anthony Belle, you better put me down right now.

      But it was no use, he honestly wasn’t paying attention to her as he made his way toward her bedroom. She seemed to love how sometimes, he was rough with her...whenever they got together, the passion was hot between them.

      You’ve been missing me, darling? she asked while she attempted to take off his pants.

      Every single night, he answered as he began taking off her blouse. I’ve been thinking about getting you like this and fucking you senseless. Hearing you scream. God, you have no idea how much I’ve wanted to get you like this, Rachel. He kissed her neck feverishly.

      Her hand slipped into his pants and pulled out his cock. I can tell how much you’ve missed me. My God, you’re hard as a rock, baby, she told him while continuing to stroke him with her delicate hand.

      Jackson watched as her fingers went up and down his shaft. It’d been over a month since they’d been together and she seemed to want to relish this moment. She kissed her way toward his tip, which he knew was her favorite thing to do and he never complained. Jackson laid back and ran his fingers through her hair, enjoying the feel of her tongue, her mouth and her teeth along him. He wanted to take his time with her, not rush their lovemaking, even though he loved how she was making him feel, Jackson lifted her up.

      I was having way too much fun until you interrupted me, my dear, she complained.

      Jackson laughed. I could tell you were. I can also tell you I really was getting into it too, but I want to be inside of you.

      Rachel reached into her nightstand to grab a condom. You can be inside of me right now, darling. I want to feel you too. She kissed him deeply as she put the condom on his erection. Then she slowly crawled over him and took himself into her body. She rode him as if he were a bucking bronco, calling out his name over and over again.

      His hands gripped her hips tight. Oh, Rachel, let me take you from behind, baby.

      She immediately dismounted him, getting on her hands and knees, allowing him to love her as he pumped into her quickly and holding her hips, as he wanted so badly to grab a hold of the back of her hair. Then he deliberately calmed himself, slowly moving in and out of her, knowing she was about to come.

      She glanced back at him. Why’d you stop, baby? Why are you going so slowly?

      Don’t want to rush, baby, I want you to feel each thrust. Plunging deeper into her, he continued playing with her until he heard her shout with each deep thrust he made. He kept up his pace and she cried out even more as her muscles tensed around his cock. The banging of the headboard against the wall enticed him to the point he felt himself about to let go. Pulling out and quickly removing the condom, Jackson watched her whip around to continue where she left off earlier, sucking on him as he came in her mouth. He knew she wouldn’t let go of him until she got every last drop.

      Once their bodies quieted, they lay in the bed covered in sweat, Jackson turned off the light as Rachel softly fell asleep. He

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