Nick stood on the porch, waiting for them.She liked his silhouette.Strong.Confident.Man.
Something warm fluttered through her as she realized that Nick’s presence seemed to smooth the edges of her chaos.
Silently they climbed out of the truck, and she opened the back door for Daisy who hopped out.
When she spied Nick, her puffy pom pom tail began to wag like crazy.The dog’s joy tugged a smile from her, easing the tension coiled tight in her chest.
“Good call on bringing the dog back,” Nick called out.
The dog ran up to Nick like he was her long lost friend and Jenna loved how he interacted with her, speaking to her in low soothing tones as he petted her.
“We’ll sleep in the barn again,” Axel said as the two of them walked toward Nick who was coming down the steps.
“Jenna, hope you don’t mind.I took a shower and the dishes are all done.The horses are tucked in, fed and watered.I've put a little bit of food away for you.It’s in the fridge; in case you want something.”
Her heart squeezed with gratefulness.She wasn’t used to anyone taking care of things for her.
“Thank you.Very much appreciated.But you guys can hang out in the house until bedtime, y’know.”
The offer slipped out before she could stop it, her voice softer than she intended.
Nick and Axel shook their heads.
“We’ll let you get your rest,” Axel said.
“It's about to rain too, so we should head over before it starts,” Nick said.
Okay, so they could use the raincoats, but sure if they wanted to go, that would just give her some more alone time.
“Are you sure you’ll be okay here with just Daisy?”Nick suddenly asked.
Hmm, she could ask them to stay the night.In her bed.With her.
Shut that down, naughty woman!
“I'll be fine,” Jenna replied, happy that Daisy wanted to get inside and not go off with the guys.
“Alright, we will get out of your hair, then.Bang a couple of pots together if you need us.We’re light sleepers.Good night, Jenna,” Nick said softly.
“Good night.Sleep well.”
Both men smiled at her, then headed toward the barn.
They walked with long, powerful strides and their voices drifted through the air as she opened her door.
She loved that they got along so easily.Loved that she would be alone tonight.
Yup.Tonight she was going to be masturbating again.
Big time.
* * * * *
The next morning at breakfast, Nick couldn't help but feel a rush of adolescent excitement.It was as if he were back in eighth grade in Mrs.Palmer's art class.His excitement reminded him of the unmistakable high he used to get when Sophia, the most popular girl in grade eight, would notice him.It made him feel seen for the first time.His stomach fluttered the same way it had back then.It was a ridiculous, boyish rush he thought prison had beaten out of him.
Jenna's sweet voice pulled him from his daydream.
“How long do you think it will take for the roof to be done?”
