“Um….”
When she hesitated, he guessed she was worried about being seen in a skimpy bathing suit. He hated others had made her feel so self-conscious about herself. “You can wear shorts and a T-shirt if you’d like. I’ll grill some food for lunch. We can relax and get to know each other even better.”
This time, she nodded. “I’m not a great swimmer, but I love paddling around. That would be lovely. Thank you.”
“Give me your phone, Little girl.”
She opened her device and passed it over. Roman quickly searched to find his phone number and address that she’s already saved and changed the listing to Daddy with his full name in the surname spot. He already had her name and number saved from the PLAYTIME announcement.
“Bring an extra set of clothes to change into after the pool,” he told her. “Do you have laundry to do? You’re welcome to throw it into my machines while we relax together.”
“Really? You don’t mind? That would really help.”
“Of course not, Little girl.” He tugged her toward him by their clasped hands and looped his arms around her waist to lift her. “It’s an entirely selfish idea. If you do your laundry at my house, we can spend Sunday together as well. You could stay at my house.”
“You are devious,” she said, smiling at him. “Can I make that decision later?”
“Spending time with you inspires creative thinking. I’m inspired by the chance to gain more time with you. For tonight, will you text me when you get in your room? I’d like to know that you’re safe.”
“You don’t need to worry about me.”
“I won’t if you send me a message, Little girl.”
“Okay. Can I have a goodnight kiss?” she asked, peeking up at him.
Roman pressed his lips to hers. Enticed by her sweet taste, he deepened the kiss. Her answering moan of desire went straight to his cock. She felt so good in his arms. He squeezed her tight as he explored her mouth.
When he struggled to remember they were in a restaurant parking lot, Roman forced himself to lift his head. From the bemused look on her face, he guessed she’d forgotten they weren’t alone as well. “Damn, Little girl. You have woven a spell around your Daddy. I’m going to have to be careful or you’ll wrap me around your little finger.”
She bit her bottom lip and thought about that for a second. “I’ve never felt like this before,” she confessed.
“Never have I, Coco. Let’s get you into your car before I ravish you. I want you to shower and crawl into bed when you get home. No dawdling or watching TV.”
“Yes, sir.”
“I can’t wait until that’s ‘yes, Daddy’.”
Roman saved her from answering by setting her back on her feet. He helped her into her car, leaning in to fasten her seatbelt and steal another kiss. This time, he kept it short before standing up once again.
“Remember, text Daddy when you’re home and safe.” He waited for her to nod before closing her door firmly. Watching her drive away was incredibly hard.
Soon, she’ll be mine.
CHAPTER 5
Saturday morning flew by as Coco danced her way through all the tasks she needed to complete. When all the cages were clean, and she’d given the animals staying over the weekend clean water and food, she double-checked that Isabella didn’t need her to do anything else.
“You’ve done everything! Go hang out with that Daddy,” Isabella told her.
“Thanks!” Coco said before dashing out the door.
Thank goodness, Sofia and Isabella hadn’t pestered her with questions. She knew they were so excited for her. Maybe after this weekend, she’d want to share more, but for now, Coco wanted to keep this new relationship private. Finding out Daddies really existed and being matched with Roman seemed like a dream. She hadn’t gotten over being scared that she’d wake up and find it had all been a dream.
Following the GPS on her phone, Coco drove into a very nice neighborhood of big houses with immaculate lawns. Holy smokes. Did Roman really live here?
The trail ended at a sunny yellow house with white shutters and a big front porch. There were giant oak trees in the front yard. An image of raking leaves and jumping into them poppedinto her mind as she pulled into the driveway. Would the neighborhood be too stuffy for that much fun?
She parked her car and gathered her courage. A movement at the door caught her eye, and Coco glanced up to see Roman dressed casually in shorts and a T-shirt step out onto the porch. He waved at her with a big smile as he walked her way.
