Total pages in book: 20
Estimated words: 18620 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 93(@200wpm)___ 74(@250wpm)___ 62(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 18620 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 93(@200wpm)___ 74(@250wpm)___ 62(@300wpm)
I’m not sure my overprotective instincts will ever calm down, but at least the immediate threat is over.
Chapter 10
Willow
“Good,” I whisper, trying to sound unconcerned. But the truth is, I'm still buzzing from the adrenaline rush of the last few weeks, and the sudden quiet is unsettling. Now that the immediate threat is gone, a whole new kind of anxiety takes root—the kind that makes my stomach twist with nervous anticipation.
"But…” I ask, the question hanging heavy in the air. “What about us?” The words are out before I can stop them, a confession of my own anxieties and my growing feelings for him.
His slow, warm smile melts away the last vestiges of my apprehension. He pulls me closer, his arms encircling my waist. His embrace is strong, comforting, and completely intoxicating.
"Spitfire," he whispers, his voice thick with emotion. "I want you here with me. Forever."
I lean into his embrace, my heart pounding against my ribs. His words, simple yet profound, resonate with an intensity that leaves me breathless. “I want that, too.”
“I fucking love you.” His words hang in the air, heavy with sincerity, stripping away all pretense.
"Since when?" I whisper, my voice barely audible.
He laughs, a low rumble that vibrates through his chest. "Since the first time you refused to leave the office with me. That day, I realized that I was in deep, deep trouble." He pauses, his gaze meeting mine. "The kind of trouble that lasts a lifetime."
His confession is both intensely romantic and utterly Lennox—all gruff exterior and molten core. My heart swells with an overwhelming wave of emotion as happiness, relief, and love for him flow through me.
“I love you, too, Barney.” I wink at him as he throws his head back to laugh while pulling me closer.
His lips brush against mine, and the kiss is passionate and a perfect blend of fierce longing and devotion. It's a kiss that speaks volumes more than any words ever could.
In that moment, surrounded by the quiet comfort of his home, with Chewy snoring softly at our feet, I know with a profound certainty that this is where I'm supposed to be. This is right. This is more right than I ever thought possible.
“Do you think Chewy will hold a grudge if I take you up to our room to celebrate?” Lennox glances over at the snoozing little dog.
“He probably will.” I laugh as I dig my hands through his thick hair. “But he’ll get over it at some point.”
“I’ll bribe the little shit later.” Lennox stands with me in his arms and races down the hall.
When he kicks the door closed, I place a soft kiss on his chin. “You know I can walk, right?”
“I know you can.” He sets me on my feet. “But I love having your gorgeous body in my arms.”
“Oh.” My insides turn into a puddle of goo. “Then you can carry me anytime you want.”
“I’m glad we straightened that out.” His arrogant smirk should raise my hackles, but I’ve grown to freaking love it. “Now, strip and get on the bed.” His demand puts my girly parts on high alert. I strip away my pants and kick them away, feeling wetness coating the inside of my thighs.
His dark eyes follow me as I pull my t-shirt over my head. I drop it at my feet and reach down to unhook the front clasp on my bra. I let it slide down my arms, then I walk over to the bed and crawl across it.
“Watch me undress.” His dark eyes hold mine hostage.
He kicks off his shoes before slowly unhooking his belt. I swallow and lie back on the bed while he slides his pants and underwear down his legs.
When he reaches down to stroke his rock-hard cock, I can’t look away. Watching wetness drip from the purple head as it moves through his strong hand is freaking hot. “Hey.” His eyes shoot up to meet mine. I glance down at his hard cock and back up with raised eyebrows. “I think that’s my job.”
“I don’t want to take anything away from you.” He steps close to the bed and watches as I take over. On each downward stroke, I run my thumb through the wetness and spread it down the front of his shaft. A shiver runs through his body as I squeeze a little harder.
I swear I could come from watching him enjoy my hand job.
“Harder.” His groan echoes around the room.
I watch his face to make sure I’m not hurting him as I tighten my grip and stroke faster.
All the veins stick out in his neck as he throws back his head. “Fuck,” he roars as his cock explodes in my hand.
Lennox pushes me back on the bed and crawls over me as his cum drips over my thighs and down my leg. “I can’t believe I lost control,” he groans against my skin as he places small kisses around my belly button.