She pulled out a charm bracelet. It took a moment to understand the significance. “It’s beautiful.”
“In case I can’t convince you to come back with me, I wanted you to have something that would remind you of us. This here is a motorcycle.”
She sniffed. “It doesn’t look like a Harley.”
He laughed. “You’ve learned your way around hogs, I see. No, but the selection wasn’t the best.” He picked up another one. “This is a tiger for the one you and Raven saw at the Billings’ zoo.”
She couldn’t believe how thoughtful his gift was. She studied the next one. “A coffee cup?”
“Yeah. For Clete’s line of shops. I couldn’t find something that looked like juice.” He shrugged.
There were four more. One was a mountain range, another a cake, and the third a horse. Maybe her favorite was the rope. That reminded her how he tied her up. “I love it.”
He pulled her onto his lap. While every part of her ass and pussy rejoiced, her heart wasn’t quite ready. She scooted off. “Hawk, listen.” She didn’t know if she could put into words what she felt.
His jaw loosened. “Tell me.”
“This is the most wonderful present.”
“But?”
“Your rejection hurt me. You can’t waltz in here, give me this gift, and expect all to be forgiven.”
He dropped his head back onto the sofa. “I was an idiot.” He took her hand. This time, she didn’t pull away. “I was scared.”
He sounded sincere, but she didn’t want to get her hopes up. She took a deep breath, trying to compose her thoughts. “I’ve thought about the three of you all day, every day. I knew I could spend the rest of my life with Raven and Clete. They’re easygoing and appreciate me. You’re different.”
“Yeah.” He grinned. “I’m the sexiest.”
“That might be true, but that’s not the point here. You’re moody, and I don’t do moody. I don’t want to have to walk on eggshells because you think I’ve offended you.” He opened his mouth to respond, but she held up her hand. “Just let me finish.” He nodded. “I don’t know much about your ménage lifestyle and living with three men, but if one gets upset because I did something with the others, it isn’t going to work.”
“It won’t be like that. As long as I know you won’t walk out on me, I’ll be good.”
“I want to believe you, but your actions haven’t shown that to be true.”
He brought her hand to his lips and kissed her knuckles. “Tell me what I can do to make it up to you.” He seemed so earnest it nearly broke her heart.
“I’ll tell you what. How about if we spend some quality time together? And I’m not talking bed time. Let’s walk on the beach, take in a movie, maybe go to Disney World. I want us to have fun. I want to know who you are.” She knew deep inside he was amazing, but it was the day-to-day living that had her worried.
A small smile crossed his lips. “No sex? You sure, babe?”
She laughed. “Yes. It will only complicate things.”
“Okay. You gonna call Clete and Raven, or do you want me to? They were terribly upset that you left.”
“I know. It upset me, too.”
“What about your fiancé?”
“You mean my ex-fiancé?”
“Yes. Do you think he’ll keep trying to come after you?”
“No. I wrote out everything he did and sent a copy to your mom for safekeeping, as well as to my best friend.”
He laughed. “I like it.”
“He knows I’ll take his drug offense to the law if he bothers me again.”
Hawk dragged a finger down her cheek. “Babe, you are one incredible woman.” He kissed her cheek. “You said something about a beach?”
* * * *
Hawk was amazing over the next two weeks. While he’d gotten a room in the same hotel, he never pressed her for sex. In fact, other than a kiss good-night, he didn’t try anything with her. In a way, she wished he hadn’t listened to her demands. Even when she’d tried to instigate something, he pulled away, wagging a finger. “No sex. Remember your rules.”
Remember my rules. Stupid me. The damn man was trying to torture her. Each night she lay in bed wishing she had brought her vibrator from home.
What are you waiting for?
The next afternoon, after a wonderful day of sightseeing, Hawk came to pick her up, dressed in slacks and button-down shirt.
“Wow. Don’t you look nice. Did you get a haircut, too?”
“Just for you.” His grin dimpled his cheeks, and her heart skipped a beat.
“What’s the occasion?” She had no idea what his agenda might be.
“I have something special planned for the two of us. It might be a bit chilly, so dress nice but warm.”
“Come in and let me get ready.” While he waited in the living room, she rushed to her bedroom and picked out a nice pair of dress slacks, and topped it with a long-sleeved blouse. This time of year, the nights could get cold, so she grabbed her knee-length coat.
“Where are we going?”
“To New Port Richey.”
That didn’t tell her much, except that the town was on the water. She decided to go with the flow and do wherever he wanted. Being with Hawk was good enough for her. What a nice surprise it was when he took her to docks. An even bigger surprise was when he led her to a sailboat, about thirty-five feet in length.
“Whose is this?”
“It’s ours for the next three hours. I found a sunset cruise while searching the web. It’ll be just us two, along with a crew to serve us dinner and champagne. I want this to be a boat trip to remember.”
“That is so sweet. Have you ever been on a sailboat?”
He cupped her face. “Does it matter?”
“I guess not.”
The crew led them on board. She couldn’t imagine how much a private boat ride would cost, but for once, she wouldn’t question the price. Rather she wanted to relax and be with Hawk.
About the only time the crew came on deck was to see if they needed another drink or more food. Most of the time, they remained huddled in the stern with Hawk’s arm securely around her shoulders. The wind wasn’t cold, so the breeze invigorated rather than bothered her.
Once they got into the open waters, the sunset colored the sky with the most brilliant oranges and pinks. Hawk stared out to sea.
She touched his arm. “What are you thinking?” He’d been quiet for some time.
“About why I’ve lived my life being afraid.”
What an odd comment. “What do you mean?”
“I think I’ve always taken the safe route.” He looked over at her. “You’ve met my mom, and you probably could tell she’s a very loving woman.”
“Her warmth was evident from the moment I met her.”
“My dad died when I was twelve. We were very close, even closer than my dad and Clete. I was more athletic and liked to hunt, whereas Clete was into computer games and music and playing with his friends. I guess because I was such a loner, when I found someone I cared about, I latched onto them.”
“Your dad became your best friend.”
“Yes. When he died, I was lost. The pain never left. I think that’s why I’ve always been afraid of getting too close to someone.”
She took his hand. “You were convinced, probably rightfully so, that I would move on.”
He studied her face. “Yes.” He leaned his head back for a moment. “I tried to deny how much I cared for you. I thought that if I didn’t care, and you left, it wouldn’t hurt as much.”
“Then I did leave because I thought you didn’t want me.”
“I know. I realize now that my decision to push you away was self-fulfilling. In the end, I lost the best thing that had happened to me.”
His voice shook and she leaned over and kissed him with as much tenderness as she could. “I’ll tell you this. If you promise to tell me that you care, I’ll promise never to leave you.”
Th
e world seemed to stand still as his chest inflated before he exhaled. “You are one amazing woman, Bella Andrews, or Robin Long, or whatever your name is. I love you with my whole heart.”
“I love you, too.” They hugged and kissed. Over his shoulder, the sky turned brighter. She pulled back and pointed. “Look!”
He turned around. “That’s almost as wonderful as you.”
“Don’t get all sappy on me. You’re the rough, gruff, Henry Aaron Knight.” She glanced up at him and scrunched her nose. “That only spells HAK.”
“The W stands for Winston.”
“I like it. Henry Aaron Winston-Knight.”
“How about if I put on my leathers for you tomorrow, and let me be a man in love tonight?”
“Deal.”
* * * *
Had she not missed Raven and Clete so much, she might have suggested Hawk move to Tampa permanently. They spent every day together exploring new events. They went to the Tampa Museum of Art, hit the crazy night scene in Ybor City, and dined in a rotating restaurant overlooking the airport.
After ten days of having the best time, Hawk walked her back to her room.
“You want to come in?” she asked.
“I thought you were sticking to your rule.” His eyes darkened.
“I’ve changed my mind.”
“If I walk through that door, I won’t be able to control myself. I’ll have you tied to the bed so fast you won’t know what happened.”
She grinned. “I’m willing to risk it.”
His hands cupped her face. “My time with you these last two weeks has been both wonderful and torturous. All I dream about is stuffing you with my cock until you scream for mercy.”
Oh, God. Her panties got soaked. She wanted him so bad she could taste it. Ever since he bared his soul on the cruise, she knew he really did love her. Hawk was a protector, and maybe that was what made him so fantastic.
“Do you promise?” She leaned closer.
“Babe. Don’t tease me like that. You know I’d die for you.”
She did. Without saying a word, she opened the door and led him inside. She’d taken maybe two steps when he slammed the door closed with his heel. He picked her up and carried her into the bedroom. The maids had come while they were gone, and the place smelled like lemons.
“You got rope?”
She burst out laughing. “Now why would I have some of that?”
“Cause you’ve been dreaming about me?”
She punched his chest. “You are so egotistical.” All the while, her mind raced. “I have a winter scarf.”
“That’ll do, but make it fast.” He placed her on the bed. “Where?”
“Second drawer.” She pointed to the dresser.
He withdrew the scarf, smiled, and waved it. There wasn’t a headboard on the bed, but he could secure her hands. He straddled her body. Instead of tying her hands, he dropped down and kissed her. His hands slid down her waist as if he wanted to memorize the feel and shape.
Her fingers crawled under his waistband and tugged. They didn’t expand enough for her to reach his cock. Desperate to feel his naked skin on hers, she reached up and popped the button on his jeans.
He jumped off the bed. “This will take too long. I’m sorry. I’m ready to explode. I promise I’ll make it up to you later.”
His shoes, pants, and shirt disappeared before she’d removed her top. He was on her again.
“I love getting you naked.” He leaned over and kissed her neck. His fingers nearly burned her skin as he fumbled getting the waistband undone. He slid the zipper down. When she reached to take off her pants, he stopped her. “Let me.”
“Okay, but hurry.”
“We have all night.”
“I thought you said you were ready to explode.”
“I am.”
She’d never understand the man, but if he wanted to take off her clothes, that was fine by her.
He dragged her pants off her legs and dropped them on the floor. As soon as he tossed her pants to the side, he clasped her hips and sucked on her pussy through her panties. The erotic nature of the act nearly made her come.
If she’d thought he’d be here, she could have purchased edible panties. Maybe next time. He pushed the material to the side. It was when he slid in a finger that her body convulsed. One little finger did the trick.
“You missed this, didn’t you?”
Smug bastard. “You know I did. Wait until I suck on your cock. Let’s see how long you’ll last.”
He held the material to the side and swiped a tongue up and down her opening, crashing into her clit. She lost her breath. Grabbing his massive shoulders, she squeezed tight. Her knuckles turned white. Hawk slid up her body, keeping his fingers busily working her pussy. His mouth latched onto her tit and she soared. Sucking and plucking, he drove her to near climax. He pulled her panties down and she widened her legs, needing him in her.
“Please, Hawk. I want you so much.”
He ignored her as he placed his cock at the pearled entryway and took his time nibbling on her tits. This was getting out of control. He must have been paying her back for leaving. The scarf sat harmlessly by her side. If only she could find a way to use it on him, she would.
Before her mind could fix on one idea, he drove his cock in and stilled. A torrent of pleasure blasted her. His mouth deserted her tits and he claimed her lips. She opened up and drew him in. Their tongues danced, and an explosion of need shook every part of her body.
His heavy body prevented her from moving. “Fuck me!”
That must have been the magic word for he pulled out then drove back in again. His lips traveled all over her face until he landed on that wonderfully sensitive spot below her ear. His tongue drove her crazy. She kneaded his shoulders then slid her hands down his back until she landed on his well-formed ass. Wanting to take control, she pressed his hips toward her as she lifted her hips to meet his thrusts.
“I love you, babe. You can’t imagine how much I want you and need you.”
A tear leaked out. His intensity meant the world to her. He slipped his hands under her ass and pulled her closer. His balls slapped against her as he pounded into her. The combination of soft kisses with the plunging cock made her lose her senses. All she could think of was taking in more of him. The need to eat him up magnified. She milked his cock, and his eyes widened.
“I’m close, babe.”
Her breaths turned rapid and her heart pounded. Blood whooshed through her as her body burned for him. “Ah, yes. Hawk, please. Now.”
Hips lifted, she let her climax wash over her. Hawk’s eyes rolled upward and he plunged one more time. Hot jism filled her. The skin-to-skin contact registered. They had been so desperate for each other, they hadn’t used a condom.
Good thing their relationship was for forever.
Chapter Seventeen
Just because they couldn’t get enough of each other, Bella asked if they could stay put for a day or two and enjoy each other more fully. What a glorious few days it was. They rented Jet Skis in the morning. Hawk had so much fun he wanted to come back the next day. He said it was like riding a motorcycle, except a lot wetter and a bunch safer. They laughed so hard, she nearly cried. Seeing him have so much joy lightened her heart. She made him promise that they’d come back to Florida for a vacation at least once a year.
After they both packed, they headed to the airport. While they were waiting, she called the real Bella and told her about her plans to return to Montana.
“Oh, my God. I can’t believe it. You’re really going to be with three men?”
“Uh-huh.”
“I don’t envy you the cold, but how cool is it that you get three men who adore you. I’m struggling to find one.”
“You will someday.”
“Does Hawk still call you Bella?”
He totally got why she changed her name. They talked about whether she could be Robin or Bella. In the end, Bella won. “Yes, but I like it.�
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“Maybe I’ll come out and visit, but I’ll have to be Robin Long.”
She laughed. “Works for me.”
The call to her parents was more difficult. She didn’t have the heart to tell them she would be with three men. “Next time we get back to Miami, I’ll bring Henry by.”
Hawk cocked a brow. They’d figured his nickname wouldn’t set right with her uptight parents.
The flight boarded, and she mentally said good-bye to the sunshine and warmth for a while. Clete had paid for the tickets, so they got to fly first class, which she appreciated. They changed planes in Denver, and she was dead tired by the time they arrived in Bozeman. When they got to baggage claim, Clete and Raven were there to greet them.
Clete ran to her, lifted her up, and spun her around. “You are a sight for sore eyes. I never thought I’d see you again.”
The pain in his eyes tore her up inside. “I never meant to hurt you.”
He kissed her with so much passion her body woke up again. When he came up for air, Raven pulled them apart. “My turn.”
Raven grinned, opened his arms, and she walked into his embrace. His kiss came out gentler but just as enthusiastic.
“Guys,” Hawk said. “You’re drawing a crowd.” They all laughed.
Raven had brought the Cadillac, which he called his good car. Outside, the ground had a dusting of snow, but the winds appeared calm. She expected the cold to cut through to her skin, but the air was actually refreshing. They hustled her into the car and turned up the heat. Within a few minutes, even she was sweating.
She reached over and turned it down. “I can handle a little cold.”
The drive down to Pleasure was wonderful in so many ways. The majestic mountains were breathtaking, and the conversation wonderful.
Raven reached across the front seat. “I can’t tell you how fabulous the AutoCAD program is. My designs have really improved. It takes a minute to make a change and see whether I like it. When a customer comes in, I can tweak the design right on the computer.”
“I’m so glad it worked out.”
“And Hawk?” Raven said. “Wait until you see the bikes that are lined up for repair. I’d say Bella’s marketing plan is taking off.”
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