“You could be without it, and I’d still think you’re terrible.” Murmuring the insult, it doesn’t quite land when her mouth forms into a hidden smile, one that’s just for me.
“We can take it off, amongst other things, if you want. That’ll make me stand out, right?” Purring the offer softly, my cock stiffens on its own when her cheeks grow rosy. She rolls her eyes, but she doesn’t say no. She doesn’t say yes, either, though.
Damn.
“You know…” Moving right with her as she drifts to the side, I tap my fingers against the bar. “If you want, I can talk to Diesel about adjusting your vest.”
The confused look is back. I swallow. I haven’t outright pushed in a while. Now can be a good time to measure where she’s at.
“We could put my name on it. You know, like Penelope, Haven, and all those other women who put up the guys.” Sniffing, I shrug a shoulder. “It’s just a vest, like you said. But the others, they’ll, you know…”
Stay the fuck away from what’s mine.
Raven pauses, her stare heavy. Her face is blank, making it impossible to tell what she’s thinking. Am I getting ahead of myself? It’s a little late to start backtracking now.
We’ve been crashing in her room for a week now, and I’ve been having a pretty good time. She seems to endure my presence. God, look at me, questioning myself.
How in the hell did the others ask their women to become their old ladies?
“This is the part where you tell me to fuck off.” Forcing a laugh out, I reassure myself that I can try again later. Maybe in a year or two. Or—
Her eyes grow glossy, and all at once, panic rises.
“Tell me this isn’t a cruel tease.” Despite keeping her words even, she looks exposed. I don’t want the others to see it. This side of Raven ismine.
Reaching for her hand, she gives it. Despite the bar being in my way, she lets me guide her to the opening. Pulling her to my side, I listen to her breathing quiver. We’re gaining a little attention, but they can keep their curiosities all to themselves.
God, I want to kiss her, though. More and more each time we’re together like this.
When she sniffs, my steps quicken. Of course, we go to the one place we always go for privacy. Her room.
Pen’s already packed her stuff, taking it all to Judge’s apartment. This place is entirely ours.
As soon as the door is shut, I sandwich her body between it and mine. Kissing her hard enough to make her agitated, I hiss when she bites my tongue.
Pulling back, I drink in her flush that’s only grown in color. “I should’ve known you’d have a hard time believing it. I mean, hooking a sex god likeme?”
She claws my throat as she drags me back down. Enjoying the soft moan that escapes her, she pinches at my cut like she can’t decide if she wants to cling to it or shove it off.
“I don’t know what to say…” Admitting the truth, her eyes close. “That’s a big thing, Jinx. Permanent. I get you’ve only been here for a short time, but—”
“Say yes.” Aching for some relief, I fight the urge to grind into her. “I like permanent. We don’t have to get physical in front of others, but at least let me make it clear that you’re mine.”
There’s no denying the way her breathing trembles as I wait for an answer.
“I’ll still want you either way, Raven. If I have to get in trouble for fighting those who think about trying, then so be it.” Pecking her lips, my mouth curves. “Just tell me what you want.”
Accepting another kiss, she sighs against my mouth. “You. I wantyou.”
Now that’s a perfect response if I’ve ever heard one. Surprised when she wraps her arms around my neck, she pulls me down in a hug and sighs against my ear.
“I’ll let you put your name on me, but if I see you sniffing around… I’m going to cut off your cock with a rusty knife.”
Probably shouldn’t grin because of her threat, but I can’t help it. She’s agreed. There’s nothing else I want more.
“Trust me, you’re more than enough to occupy myself with.” Grinning, I pull away to drink in her flushed cheeks. So damn pretty. I tell her that, too, and her flush spreads. “I can’t wait to tell everyone you’re mine.”
Hell, I’ll climb to the top of the clubhouse and scream it, that’s how enthusiastic I’m feeling. Beneath the happiness, hunger burns. There’s no better way to celebrate this moment than by getting my hands on her.
