I walked her through the living area, dining room, and sleek, modern kitchen, then up the stairs to the second floor. All immaculate, and though much of it was expensive, it was subtle.
The hallway was dimly lit, and I kept my hand on her low back as we walked to my bedroom at the end. Her breathing quickened slightly as we stepped inside, her eyes widening once again at the massive bed that dominated the space. The dark wooden frame and plush bedding were inviting and distinctly masculine.
Beside the bed, a doorway led into the en suite bathroom. Beyond that was a custom walk-in closet that had been carefully arranged. One side held tailored suits that I only wore when necessary, and the other had casual attire meticulously organized along the wall.
Poppy stepped toward the bathroom, her eyes lighting up as they fell on the enormous bathtub that occupied one corner of the large room.
“Oh my gosh, Colter,” she breathed, stepping closer to admire the deep porcelain basin. Her excitement radiated from her, vibrant and irresistible. “This is amazing! I love baths. If I had something like this, I’d probably use it every single day. Bubble baths, candles, the whole thing.”
She continued to ramble enthusiastically, describing bath bombs and bath salts, seemingly unaware that I had moved closer until my arm slid around her waist from behind, pulling her gently but firmly back against my hard, muscular chest. She froze, a tiny gasp escaping her lips as my mouth lowered to her ear.
“You can use it anytime you want, baby.” My voice was rough with restrained desire. I tugged her even closer, the heatbetween us surging as my voice dropped lower, sounding husky and filthy. “But one of those times, you’re not going to be alone. You’ll be wet and naked and pressed tight against me. My hands sliding over every beautiful inch of you, fucking you nice and slow until you’re screaming my name.”
A soft, breathy moan slipped from her lips, and the last of my restraint snapped. Without giving her a chance to respond, I gently took the glass from her trembling hand and set it carefully on the marble counter. Then I turned her around, pulling her close until her small curves pressed perfectly against the hard planes of my body. One arm tightened possessively around her waist, holding her against me as my other hand found her chin, tipping her face up to mine.
My mouth crashed down onto hers, claiming her lips with hungry dominance. The kiss was raw and possessive, my tongue sliding along the seam of her mouth. She whimpered softly, her lips parting instantly, opening to me without hesitation.
“Good girl,” I praised, sealing my mouth over hers again, savoring the sweet taste of her lips and the gentle slide of her tongue against mine. Her hands moved slowly up my arms, fingers trailing along my biceps, and finally tangled into my hair, pulling me closer.
A deep groan escaped me, my hands moving to her hips and then down to her lush, firm ass, lifting her effortlessly. Her legs wrapped around me, and the heat between her thighs settled right over my throbbing cock, barely restrained by denim and her flimsy panties. Every instinct screamed at me to tear away the barriers and bury myself inside her right there, against the cool marble countertop. But I didn’t.
Instead, I carried her swiftly to the bedroom, laying her down carefully on the expansive bed. She looked up at me, breathing fast, her cheeks flushed and eyes wide, so beautifully disheveled. I paused, my gaze slowly roaming over her, drinking in everycurve, subtle dip, and swell that made my pulse pound and cock ache.
Her gaze locked onto mine, uncertainty mixing with trust and desire. “Are you a virgin?”
My voice was unusually soft, the question hanging heavily in the charged silence between us.
A blush flared brightly across her cheeks, but she didn’t shy away, simply nodding once. Her voice was barely more than a whisper, sweet and breathless.
“Yes.”
5
ACE
Primal satisfaction flooded me at her affirmation. The knowledge that I'd be the one to claim all of her firsts surged through my veins like liquid fire, tightening every muscle in my body with fierce possessiveness. She was mine and only mine.
A brief thought crossed my mind that being a virgin probably meant she wasn’t on birth control. Instead of worry, a deep and surprising satisfaction swelled in my chest. I realized with a flash of clarity that I didn’t give a single fuck about the risk of pregnancy. If anything, it thrilled me to know I’d have nothing between us. The idea of planting my seed inside her and claiming her body in the most primal, permanent way made my cock throb painfully. And I had no fucking intention of pulling out. But I didn’t say that aloud just yet.
Unable to resist the temptation of her soft, flushed skin, I captured her mouth again, a groan of satisfaction rumbling through me as I deepened the kiss. My hands traveled down her subtle curves, my fingers slipping beneath the fabric of her dress and tugging upward. She lifted her hips automatically, allowing me to peel the garment up and over her head. I tossed it carelessly aside, leaving her lying beneath me in matching redlace panties and bra. The vibrant color of the delicate lingerie perfectly matched her lipstick, and I paused, my heated gaze traveling over her body before coming back to rest on her mouth.
I traced the edge of her bottom lip with my thumb, smirking. “Thought I’d have this smeared all over my face by now.”
She giggled softly, her eyes sparkling. “It’s not supposed to come off easily.”
I grunted, letting her see my disappointment as I thumbed her plump lower lip again. “Don’t wear this shit when your pretty lips are wrapped around my cock.” Her eyes widened, and I grinned salaciously. “Want to see that red ring around me after you’ve sucked me off.”
She gasped, her cheeks flaming at my bold words. Before she could respond, I took her mouth again, my kiss hungry and possessive. With deft fingers, I unhooked her bra, sliding the straps from her shoulders and tossing it aside.
I broke the kiss only long enough to trail my lips down her throat, my tongue flicking against her sensitive skin until I reached the soft, lush curves of her tits. I cupped the gentle swells in my hands, my thumbs brushing teasingly across her nipples.
Her tits weren't big, but fuck if they weren’t absolutely perfect for my hands and mouth. Lowering my head, I captured one hardened nipple between my lips, sucking deep with a rumble of pleasure. I nibbled and teased, alternating between tender swipes of my tongue and sharper tugs of my teeth. My other hand continued to toy with her neglected breast, twisting and pinching the peak until she whimpered softly beneath me, her hips arching restlessly off the bed.
Keeping my mouth latched onto her nipple, my hand slipped lower, grazing the waistband of her panties before dipping beneath the lace. I dragged a finger slowly between her slick folds, groaning against her skin as I found her soaked with need.
“Fuck, baby,” I growled, lifting my head to stare into her glazed eyes. “Already so soaked for me. Love how ready you are.”
I gave her nipple a final flick of my tongue and continued my descent down her body, pressing hot, open-mouthed kisses along her trembling abdomen. My hands hooked into her panties, tugging them smoothly down her thighs before discarding them onto the floor. As I climbed back up the bed, she muttered something that sounded adorably frustrated.
