by S. Moose
Jackson plays with my hair, trying to calm me down. All it does is remind me of Treston, and the way his touch used to affect me.
The doctor comes through the doors and walks over to us. I jump up from Jackson’s lap and hold my mom’s hand. I’m nervous and scared. I pray that he’s going to be okay and we didn’t lose him. "The family for Treston Parker?" He asks looking at us. We all say yes and he smiles. "Treston's going to be okay. Now his face is bruised and swollen. Whoever did this to him, well," the doctor pauses, "I don't mean to be blunt, but he's lucky to be alive. He suffered a concussion and there's a large gash on his head. He has a broken arm, but other than that we were able to fix him up. There are some internal injuries. With rest and medicine, he will be okay. Now, he may not remember what happened, but give him time."
Giving the doctor a hug, I smile and cry. "Thank you. Thank you so much."
"He's only allowed two visitors at a time. Please keep it short. I know you're all worried for him, but he needs his rest." I look at his parents and Regina takes my hand.
"Come on, sweetie. He'll want to see you." I nod and we follow the doctor to Treston's room. When I step foot into his room, I fall apart again. His eyes flutter open and his voice, the voice I never thought I would hear again, hits me.
"Peaches."
"I'm here." I run over to his side and take his hand. "I'm here." Gently kissing his forehead, I sit down on the chair next to him and place my head in his hands. "Thank you for not leaving me."
"No," he whispers, "I fought for you. I fought for us and our future." His voice is low and I'm so thankful he fought. My Treston.
"Looks like The King will reign until the end huh?" We laugh and his hand rests on my head. "I love you, Treston."
"I love you too."
CHAPTER 26
TRESTON
I LOOK AT PEACHES AND smile. The picture that I've been carrying for months hangs in front of me. Touching her face, feeling her love, I know that she's who I've been waiting for.
I'm knocked down. Whatever it is hits me again on my back and I fall to the ground. "Fuck," I yell, grabbing my head. I feel the warm liquid and feel sick. Turning over on my back, I see his face. "Jeremy?"
He kicks my stomach a few times and I can't move. He gets on top of me and wails on my face.
"You piece of shit," he seethes, "You fucking stole everything from me."
Waking up in a pool of sweat, I look over and see Zara. She's slowly waking up and brings me in her arms.
"It's okay," she mumbles. "It's okay. I'm here. He can't hurt you anymore, babe."
I let go of the breath I'm holding and rest my head on her shoulders. My career as a Blue Devil ended the day Jeremy attacked me. He thought he killed me, but that bastard was caught and ended up killing himself in prison. I never got my fucking day in court.
My mom told Beth what happened and she called me shortly after. She wanted to come back and visit me. I told her it wasn't a good idea and she agreed. We talk once a week to catch up and talk about Emily.
The men's lacrosse team won the NCAA Championship and I've never been prouder than that moment when Gavin made the last goal.
11-9. Duke wins.
The summer nights are my favorite. Zara's living with me, for now, until school starts up. I've accepted a job at an accounting firm and things are good. Our friends are happy and moving on with their lives. The other night, we had a going away party for Jamie. She's off to do big things in Paris, while Gavin and Katy are planning their wedding. Jackson's moving to New York City to be with the woman he loves while the rest of the guys are going pro.
A few days after leaving the hospital, I brought Zara to Emily's grave.
"Emily, this is Zara. The woman who saved me and pulled me down from floating away."
Zara kneels down and places flowers on Emily's grave. "Hi Emily. I wish we could've met. I love hearing stories about you and Treston." She touches her tombstone and cries, "Thank you for not taking him to Heaven. Thank you for always watching him."
I kneel down too and place my arm around her, "I love you Emily. Thank you for everything and bringing me Zara."
Resting at my parents’ house with Zara by my side is more than I could ever want. She's been there for me through the good, the bad and the ugly. Our love story isn't over and it won't be. She fell in love with me even with all my imperfections and secrets. She reminds me every day of our love and spending forever with me. I laugh because we're both young, but I think the girl's onto something.
Holding her in my arms, watching her sleep, are my favorite things to do. Well, besides having hot sex with my feisty girl.
I never thought I would be capable of loving again or finding someone who could push past my walls. She makes me better and makes me want to try harder.
Her head is resting on my chest. The smile on her face warms me and I love how she clings onto me, even in sleep. Staring down, I see the calmness on her face. She's cute as hell when she's sleeping. I wish I could hold her like this always.
When her eyes slowly open, she smiles and reaches to meet my lips. Her legs are wrapped around me and curiosity gets the best of her as she travels down my stomach, and grasps my cock.
I groan at her touch, needing more from her. My lips find her neck and breasts. After touching and kissing each other, I have her on her back and slowly I rock in and out of her.
"I love you, Peaches."
"I know," she smiles.
Rocking faster and harder, she grips my back and moans into my mouth. In seconds, I feel her come and I'm not too far behind her.
The passion and love between us is undeniable. It blows my mind every time I see her and feel her. Through the ugly and drama, she still looked past that and gave us another chance. It's always going to mean the world to me that she loves me with all my scars and wounds.
Before, women were nothing to me. They were there as props to fulfill my needs.
Until Zara.
She's the breath of life and thanks to her I feel amazing. Incredible, even. I know I sound like a pussy, but when you have a love like this in your life, that shit doesn't matter. She's my perfect. She's my forever.
I'll never have to hide anything from her again and it's thanks to her I'm able to forgive myself. I'm able to let go of the weight holding me down and face life head on like I'm supposed to. The demons of my past are free to fuck with someone else.
And it's all because Peaches loves me.
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Acknowledgements
This journey is not possible without the support of my amazing readers. Every day you make me laugh and push me to the limits. I am so thankful to have you in my life and I sincerely hope one day to meet you! Every book I publish is because of YOU.
Whenever I am writing, I tend to neglect my family and friends. I've missed events because of deadlines or signings. Honestly, without the support from my family and friends I don't know what I would do. Thank you for your constant support. My dreams are coming true because of your encourage. I love you all so much.
Sandi, you are my best friend and I am so thankful to have you by my side. Through thick and thin, we'll get through the obstacles. I love you!
Kaylee, I cannot even begin to tell you how much I adore you. Thank you for listening to me rant and reading Take Me Away, more than once HA! I love you girl and value our friendship. We will have a hug session soon.
Alexis, I honestly don't even know how I got through life without you. Thank you so muc
h for helping me with this book. I love our text messages, vox messages and talking through all the issues. You're amazing and I love you hard! #JustAPinkyOrNah
Lexi, I don't know where I'd be without you. Seriously you are the best PA and friend. I cannot wait for August!
Kellie, my Happy. You are a blessing. Thank you for being an amazing editor and friend. I love your face and will squeeze the hell out of you one day soon.
Golden, you are an important person in my life. Thank you for bringing my vision of Take Me Away to life. Another cover down my love!
Sommer, words cannot begin to express how much I love you. Thank you so much for taking a picture and creating an incredible cover. It's beautiful! You're so wonderful to work with!
Cassy, thank you for being there and helping me out. I appreciate your hard work and am thankful that you’re able to squeeze me in!
To my amazing BETAs, thank you for putting up with how fast I change my mind and being there for me. You ladies are the best and there are no words to describe how thankful I am. I love you ladies so much!
To Ena and Amanda with Enticing Journey, thank you for setting up all of my events and keeping me on my toes. I am very lucky to have you both in my life. You ladies rock!
To my PR company, Eye Candy Bookstore, thank you for always staying on top of things and your hard work. It means so much to me! You ladies work hard to help me and my books so thank you thank you thank you!
To my author friends, you make being an author so much fun! I love our conversations and hanging out at signings! Honestly, all of you are inspirations. Remember ladies, when you feel like quitting remember why you started in the first place.
To the bloggers, thank you for your hard work! You are a vital piece of my success and I am very happy to have you in my life.
To my babes, you ladies rock! Thanks for making me laugh and smile. I appreciate everything you ladies do.
Finally, thank you to Gunnar DeWitt. You are absolutely amazing. Thank you for being my Treston and making this book come alive. You're a great friend and I can't wait for what this year will bring.
About the Author
S. Moose is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling author, living in Webster, NY with her family, friends, and shorkie, Charlie.
A 2011 St. John Fisher graduate, S.Moose loves to read and write. She enjoys getting lost in the fictional world and creating a place where readers can fall in love and swoon over the cute boys she brings to life.
When she isn't in her room in front of her computer or a book, she is with her family and friends being silly and enjoying life. She’s romantic at heart and loves anything with a happily ever after.
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