“My mom, actually. She was a teacher as well and taught me everything I know. I went to school to get certified, and here I am, still loving what I’m doing. I hope to open my own studio soon. What about you? Did you always want to run the library?” Our food arrives, making my mouth water at the smell and taking a bite before answering him.
“I did. Even as a kid, I always had my head stuck in a book, and it was where I could get lost in a different world and fall in love with the characters. I earned my master’s degree in library science, and now I’m doing something I love. I took over for the old librarian. She was my mentor and taught me everything I needed to know.” What I don’t tell him is that I’m a book hoarder. A dragon has nothing on me. Our basement is filled with books. It doesn't matter if I have it on my kindle. I also need it in a paperback, nothing like smelling a brand new paperback. Before telling him about my addiction, I just need him to love me first. We devour our food making small talk in between bites. Getting to know each other better, the more I find out, the harder I fall.
Simon wipes his mouth, pushes his plate to the side, and takes my hand, rubbing small circles on the top, making me shiver from his touch. I’m ready to say check please and get him to take me home so he can have his wicked way with me.
“Can I ask you something that has me intrigued that Nana said?” Oh hell, he’s going to ask about the social media thing. I just know it.
“Sure, you can ask me anything.” I’m trying to smile, but I’m sure it’s coming out more of a grimace.
“What did Nana mean when she said two words social media?” And there it is folks the dreaded question of the night. I might as well get this over with. I drain the last of my beer for the liquid courage.
“So you know Harmony, the person you are taking over for because of an injury?” I watch as he nods his head before I continue this story. “So Nana dragged me to yoga, and I told her I didn’t think it was a good idea with how clumsy I am but did the old goat listen? No, sir, she did not. Anyway, Harmony was trying to be nice and correct my form, and I lost my balance and sort of landed on her, which resulted in her twisting her ankle. Somehow, Nana and her gaggle of friends got it on video. Now anytime I threaten to send her to a nursing home, she comes back with social media, and I just know she would do it too.” I watch his face show so many things: shock, sympathy, and humor.
“So what you're saying is never go up against Nana, gotcha. Don’t worry, Tink. I’ve got you from now on, and I’ll never let you fall.” Simon says it with so much conviction that it makes my throat clog with emotions.
“Simon,” I say his name like a prayer swallowing hard, trying not to cry. He kisses the back of my hand, knowing his words affect me on a deeper level.
“You ready to head home, Tink?” His eyes have become heated at the word home, making me squirm in my seat. Knowing as soon as we walk through the front door, I’m going to want him like I need air.
“I’m more than ready, Simon. Let’s go home.” I watch as his nostrils flair, knowing he’s catching my double meaning. He already has my love, he just doesn’t know it yet, but after tonight he will.
Chapter 4
This yoga pose really works. My boobs are closer to my chin than they’ve been in years!
During the drive home, you can feel the sexual tension in the air. So thick and heavy you could cut it with a knife. The whole way, I've been squirming in my seat, my panties so damn wet I should be embarrassed, and he hasn't even touched me yet where I need him the most. We stop at the last red light before turning down my street, and I can feel Simons's eyes on me.
“You doing okay over there, Lily? You keep moving around.”
How embarrassing. No way am I telling him differently. “Yup fine. I was just trying to get comfortable. See nothing wrong.” By the look on his face, he knows I'm lying. Sue me. I’m a shit liar. It doesn't help that I'm probably looking at him with bug eyes. I can hear him chuckling under her breath.
“Tink you're a shit liar. What you're thinking and feeling is written all over your face. Are you wet for me, Tink? Is that why you're moving around? Tell me what you need, and I'll give it to you.” He practically growls out, and I'm pretty sure I just had a mini orgasm.
We pull into my driveway, and I have no idea how to answer him. I'm so out of my element right now. All I know is I want Simon to dominate me. The thought of him taking control in the bedroom is hot. He shuts the engine off and hops out, and comes around, opening my door. The look in his eyes is sending enough heat to melt ice. I turn to face him, and he doesn't give me a chance to say anything before his lips slam down on mine. The kiss shows the dominance he's taking, and I'm right there with him, fully surrendering to him. He slows down, pulling back the both of us, breathing heavily.
“Tell me what you want, Lily,” He whispers against my lips, making me whimper.
I say the only thing I can say. “You. I want you, Simon.”
I don’t even know how it happens. One minute I’m still sitting in the truck, and the next, I’m thrown over Simon’s shoulder as he runs up the driveway.
“Simon, you caveman, put me down before you drop me.” I’m going for stern, but it’s coming out more of a giggle. He reaches the door in record time.
“I’ll never drop you, Tink, but I do need the keys to get in.”
“Ya, well, if you weren’t such a caveman, I could have told you my purse is still in the truck.” I can feel him stiffen, and the word “fuck” leaves his lips before I’m being put back on my feet. He has to hold me till the dizziness passes before he runs back to the truck and grabs my bag handing it over to me. I pull out my keys, and I’m able to get into the house, close, and lock the door before I’m yet again thrown over his shoulder.
“Would you stop doing that?” When I get down, I’m going to kick him again, but I settle for something else right now. I pinch his ass hard because it’s right in my face, and what an ass it is. It’s the perfect bubble butt. He jumps at the pinch, making him smack my ass hard, sending a flood of wetness to run down my legs.
“Behave Tink. Now, which bedroom is yours.” He growls out while rubbing the spot he smacked, making me moan.
“Last on the left.” My voice is breathless even to my own ears. The anticipation of what is about to happen makes me a little nervous. He opens my door, and I hear the door close and the lock being put in place. It’s the only noise in the otherwise quiet house. He slowly slides my body down his. The hungry look in his eyes is enough to make my body shiver with need.
“Are you sure this is what you want, Lily? We don’t have to do anything if you are uncomfortable. It goes as far as you want.” He’s looking me deep in my eyes as if he’s seeking the answers to the questions he asked. I place my hand on his face making sure he’s looking right at me.
“Simon, I want you, and nothing is going to change that.” I swallow hard before I tell him how I feel about him. Letting out all my emotions, taking the leap off the ledge. “I’ve never felt this before with anyone. You make me feel like I’m the center of your world and would do anything for me. I want you like I need to breathe, and that is both scary and exciting. You will be my first and last.” I watch as he swallows hard at my words.
“You are my world, Tink, and I would do anything for you. Before we do this, I want you to know that I love you, and I have since the moment you walked into the yoga class. It was love at first kick.” He sends me a wink while I’m laughing and crying. Never did I think I would ever have this in my life.
