by Avery Gale
“Well, that was kinda awkward and obvious all at the same time. I’d apologize for him but I think you already know what he’s like.”
Oh. My. God…my whole body shivers at his voice. It’s like I’ve been dipped in warm, sweet honey. My head slowly turns toward the almost orgasm-inducing voice and my heart drops to the floor. Okay, wow. Breath gone, my eyes rove over his body. Tall, slender build—a runner for sure—his tight t-shirt hides nothing as it forms to his muscular chest and over strong, broad shoulders. Solid, strong chin, pouting kiss-me-now lips, and a straight nose leading to the most beautiful emerald green eyes I have ever seen, topped with a mass of light brown curls…I can’t breathe, don’t pass out, suck in. Mmmmm…suck, him…oh, my.
I am pretty sure my mouth is hanging open, but I can’t seem to find enough brain cells to close it. Focus, Cait. Before he just walks away or you pass out. Sucking in a breath of crisp air, I wet my lips and try to say something…um, anything.
“Hi.” Damn! Well that was just great. Look at me, queen of the conversation—not.
“Hi back, I’m Alex and it’s nice to meet you, Caitriona. You’re a friend of Sofie’s?” Chuckling good-naturedly, Alex takes a drink from his cup. Okay, I can do this.
“Just Cait, um, no one calls me by my full name. It’s meet you nice as well….oh! I mean, nice to meet you as well.” Oh way to go, Cait! Seriously… Pull. Yourself. Together. The hot man asked you a question. Blushing furiously, I continue, “Yeah, me and her go way back, like third grade I believe. You and Rob on the same team?”
Excerpt from Burning Desire
The Ultimate Power Book One
By Samantha Potter
"The Guardians!"
The way Thomas announced their arrival sent chills down my spine. I wasn't sure if it was from excitement or down right terror. The hairs on my neck stood at attention. My stomach flittered with butterflies, nerves started taking over my body and I started to shiver uncontrollably. I couldn't control my body's response to these unknown "Guardians". So many questions ran through my mind. Who were they? Why were they so important? Why did the town members gather to see them? So many unanswered questions. How did my life go from simple to confusing in a heartbeat? I rubbed my temples, the ache in my head getting stronger, feeling tired, hungry, and overwhelmed.
"Hello, you must be new to our town. I hope your enjoying your visit?" a husky, masculine voice pronounced.
I jumped, completely startled, not knowing what direction the voice had come from. I quickly tried to face the mystery man. I must have been facing the complete opposite direction because a hand grabbed me on the shoulder and turned my body. I tripped over my own feet as I was spun in the right direction, smashing into what felt like a wall.
My hands out in front of me, I caught my breath as my hands roamed the body in front of me. I struggled to gain control over my hands, but I couldn't help myself, my hands had a mind of their own. Rubbing my palms over this pleasant body that had presented itself to me. My hands moved softly over his muscles.
Hmm, six pack.
I was practically drooling. My fingers swirling over what felt like a nipple through a thin shirt, it stood at attention. I wanted to kiss his body all over. I shook my head, trying to grasp reality as my body screamed with desire. I closed my eyes tightly. As they closed, I was treated to an almost familiar feeling of warmth and light, emotions wild and untamed. Rainbows of color shot through me, slowly revealing the man who stood in front of me. Ghost-like figures came into view. A man stood with a stern look on his face. I quickly removed my hands from his chest. I hadn't realized I was still touching this masculine figure. His wavy hair hung nicely around his neck, caressing his face. His eyes burned into my soul, as if he was searching for an answer. He was very tall, around six foot, his skin had shadows around the edges, but I assumed he was tanned.
Oh my, this man is delectable.
I managed to get my thoughts together. It was then I noticed something on his shoulder. It was hard to see what it was so I moved forward focusing hard on the object. It suddenly became clear, materializing into a solid shape. I looked up for a moment, his eyes met mine and he gave a slight nod my way. I assumed it was permission to keep gawking at him, I obliged, after all, who was I to argue? I could feel my cheeks go bright red, I couldn't help myself and a slight smile emerged on my face. I looked at the symbol on his arm determined to see what it was. My fingertips touched the symbol’s edge and his body went stiff at my touch. I ignored it as more of the pattern became visible. It was circular, taking up all the skin on his upper arm. Flames came spiraling out of the tattoo that seemed to be moving like it’d been brought to life. I looked to see what was hiding in the middle of the symbol and found a vial with some sort of liquid in it. I went to touch it but as soon as I did, a serpent figure appeared and wrapped itself around the vial, as if it was trying to protect it.
It was alarming, I never knew tattoos could be so life like. I stepped back as the familiar blackness dispersed from the edges of my sight slowly filling in, leaving me in complete darkness again. This was getting annoying, like taking candy from a baby. Ugh!
"Well?"
"Oh, I'm so sorry, um, I don't know if I'm new here. Where exactly is here?"
"Northshire."
"Oh okay, excellent. I live just down the street then, near the old church.” I was slightly relieved to find out I was so close to home.
Thomas interrupted us, his voice shaky, "You did it again! Your hair is now half black and half blonde. What are you?"
"Thomas," I couldn't get a word out, he was yelling at me hysterically.
I didn't have time to calm Thomas down before an arm wrapped around my body, picking me up and throwing me over his shoulder.
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