Total pages in book: 77
Estimated words: 74256 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 371(@200wpm)___ 297(@250wpm)___ 248(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 74256 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 371(@200wpm)___ 297(@250wpm)___ 248(@300wpm)
“He’s a nice guy. One of the best,” I add.
“Agreed. He’s also in love with you.”
“Oh, how I wish that were true.”
“He stayed with you all weekend, and it wasn’t just a friendly visit,” she reminds me.
Yeah, I might have spilled it all. I needed someone to talk to, and Shayne’s not here, and even if she were, she’s too close to both of us. Hannah was the better option; that is until she started putting ideas in my head about Chad being in love with me.
A girl can dream.
“Erik said he invited you two to our place for dinner tomorrow night, right? Let me see for myself if my suspicions are correct.”
“He’s my best friend.” I feel like a broken record.
She gives me a wide grin. “The best romantic relationships start from friendship.”
“You’ll see. It’s friendship. Nothing more,” I tell her with a light chuckle. I’m not convinced, but my heart is begging for her to be right. I’d give anything for Chad to be in love with me.
Pulling into the lot of the hotel, I don’t even have to look into the rearview mirror to know I’m smiling. Today was a great day. I feel refreshed and completely pampered. I stopped at the local pharmacy and picked up some lotions. My plan is after we grab something to eat that, I will bring Chad back here and give him a massage. It’s not even close to the day that he treated me to, but it’s a start to say thank you.
Grabbing the bag and my purse from the passenger seat, I head up to my room. As soon as I swipe the key card and push open the door, I see him. Chad is lying on the bed, feet hanging off the side, hands crossed at his chest, and he’s sound asleep. I know that my being here is catching up with him. He’s usually back in his room and sound asleep well before curfew.
Quietly, so I don’t wake him, I place both bags on the small table and move to his side of the bed. I don’t know how, but I manage to take off both of his shoes and lift his legs to the bed without him stirring. Kicking off my own shoes, I move to the other side and climb in next to him. I move close, seeking his warmth. I lay my head on the pillow next to his and close my eyes. Just as I’m about to let sleep pull me under, he rolls to his side and pulls me into him. I settle in his arms, not sure if he’s sleeping or if he’s awake. I just enjoy the fact that I’m here and try not to think about leaving next week.
I could stay right here every day of forever.
I feel his lips press to my forehead and whisper, “Missed you.”
Lifting my head, I find his tired eyes on me. “I missed you too.”
“How was your day?” He rolls onto his back, taking me with him, so I’m now lying on his chest.
“It was everything I didn’t know that I needed. Thank you. Hannah is so sweet, and we hit it off right away. I’m really excited for dinner on Friday.”
He smiles. It’s lazy and happy and has my heart tripping over in my chest. “I know I just met them too, but they seem like good people.”
“I’m excited to go. Unless you changed your mind and made other plans for us?”
“No. No other plans. Just spending every second I don’t have to be on base with you.”
If he only knew how his words affected me. Can he hear the thunderous beat of my heart? “Are you hungry?”
“Starving.”
“How about we stay in? We can order pizza.”
“I should take you out.”
“I’ve been out all day, and you’re exhausted. We can eat now, and you can head back to base early and get some rest.”
“No. I’m not leaving you until I absolutely have to. You came all this way to spend time with me, and that’s what’s going to happen.”
“So bossy,” I tease.
“I don’t want to miss a minute, Faith.” He tightens his hold on me, and my heart melts.
“Okay. I just don’t want you wearing yourself out just because I’m here.”
“I’m good. I got a quick nap, and now I want to hear about your day.”
“Let me order pizza.” I roll out of his arms and off the bed, making him laugh. I go to my purse on the table to get my phone. “I got something for you today,” I tell him as I pick up the flyer on the TV stand for the local pizza delivery.
“Did you get me you?” he asks.
I look over my shoulder at him and see he’s staring at my ass. “Do you want me?” I ask. My eyes widen when I realize what I asked. “I mean do you want it to be me?” Shit, that’s not much better. With my face flushed, I turn back around and dial the number, placing the phone to my ear.