“It doesn’t help that our dear girl is a virgin. She doesn’t have the experience to read a guy. He could write on his forehead in sharpie, and she would still miss the sign.”
“Oh, fuck off.” I flip Harper the finger, but I’m smiling.
My lack of experience with men is something the girls like to bring up at every opportunity. With me being the last remaining virgin in the group, they’ve all become very involved in me losing it.
“Imagine losing it to Reed. That man would know exactly what to do, he definitely gives off BDE.”
“I bet he’d make it good for you. First times are always the worst, but with him? I think a first time could actually be enjoyable with that man.”
Ava’s comment has me picturing what I really shouldn’t be. Reed hovering over me, kissing me, taking that final part of my innocence. A part of me I’d gladly give him.
Chapter Four
Reed
I was so fucking proud of her earlier when she stood up to her father. He’s not an easy man to say ‘no’ to, and I don’t think I’ve ever thought of how difficult it must be for her, living with him, having him have so much control over her life. My timid little bird is finding her wings, and I couldn’t be prouder of her.
It’s done absolutely nothing to help this fascination I have with her, though. I got hard just hearing her say ‘no’.
Fuck — she’s only got to breathe in my direction and I’m rock solid.
I look down at my phone and the message I’ve just sent to her. It’s just after eleven and I’m not sure if she’s still out or not.
Reed: You can come in later tomorrow if you want. Our first meeting isn’t until 10am
As I’m looking at the message, the three dots appear to let me know she’s responding. My heart rate picks up; this is fucking ridiculous, I’m acting like a teenager. It doesn’t stop me from staring at my screen, eagerly awaiting a response from her.
Bella: Why? Is this because I went out tonight? I can handle an early morning, Reed
Reed: I just wanted you to know you didn’t need to be up at the crack of dawn if you didn’t want to
Bella: Thanks, but I’m already home and ready for bed. It wasn’t a late one. I’ll be up for my run before I get to the office. For 9am, like usual
Fuck.What does she wear to sleep in? Does she wear anything at all, or does she sleep naked?Naked, please tell me she sleeps naked.
And she likes to work-out early? I’d love to take her surfing with me and watch the sunrise together. I’m turning into a sap. Surfing is personal to me, I’ve never shared that with anyone, and now I’m imagining doing it with someone I definitely shouldn’t.
Reed: See you tomorrow. Sweet dreams, Bella
What the fuck am I doing?
Bella: You too, Reed
I am so fucking screwed.
***
I’ve managed to make it to the end of the week. Five whole days of working with temptation herself, without pinning her to the nearest flat surface and fucking the life out of her. My right hand has never seen so much action.
The problem is, that the more time I spend with her, the more I’m starting to realize that this is not just some passing fascination. My attraction, my feelings, my absoluteneedfor Bella, could in fact be real.
The other problem I face is that next week, we have to spend three days in San Francisco together.
Three nights in apartments next door to each other, apartments separated by one hallway, on a floor with no one else around. It willjust be the two of us. I have absolutely no idea how I’m going to keep my hands off her. I’m also not sure I want to anymore.
Chapter Five
Bella
