by Marla Monroe
“You dated her, didn’t you,” she said.
“Yes, about a year ago. It was a disaster. We’d made a huge mistake thinking she cared for us. Don’t listen to her. She’s vindictive and would like nothing more than to cause us trouble.”
“Maybe she’s right. I mean you two are handsome and smart and witty. I’m overweight and can’t seem to look you guys in the eyes.” It hurt to say it, but she knew it was true.
“You’re not overweight. You’re perfect. You’re in great shape and can do your job better than some of the other wranglers at the ranch. We love you just like you are, Beverly. Don’t let her make you feel bad. She’s a bitch and not worth your notice.” Jeremy squeezed her in a fierce hug.
“Let’s eat.” Luke took one of her hands and led her toward the restaurant down the block.
“We’re going to have to talk about her sooner or later. She obviously was important to you at some point.” She didn’t like that the woman had alluded to their relationship and the guys had steered clear of it.
“We will. Just not today. Let’s have a great day without spoiling it by talking about her. Okay?” Luke squeezed her hand as he opened the door to the little café.
They ate a quick lunch of soup and sandwiches, then Beverly found herself back out on the sidewalk checking out store fronts. She loved to window shop but rarely bought anything. She found that the guys insisted that she at least try on things when she paused to look at them. To their credit, they didn’t hurry her. They commented on what she tried on and urged her to buy several of the outfits she’d liked.
“I can’t buy all of this stuff, guys. I’m on a salary, remember?”
“Then let us buy what we like for you.” Jeremy spread out his hands.
“No. You can’t go buying stuff for me. I earn my things. I don’t take gifts like that from men.”
“You have to allow us to buy you something each. Nothing extravagant, just something you like that we can give you as a gift.” Luke sighed.
“It’s really kind of you, but I’m not comfortable with you giving me things. We barely know each other.”
“Then we’ll talk about it later.” Jeremy shook his head at his friend.
They looked in most of the stores on both sides of the street before Beverly finally called a halt. They guys had several packages apiece for friends, and Beverly had a new pair of soft slacks and an equally soft sweater that went with it perfectly. She’d also bought a bar of soap that smelled like a fresh summer’s day. She couldn’t wait to try it.
“I don’t know about you guys,” Luke began. “But I’m starved.”
“Me, too.” Jeremy looked down at Beverly. “What about you, sweetheart?”
“I could eat. I guess shopping works up a hunger.”
“It’s all the walking and the fresh air.” Luke smiled down at her.
“Let’s load up and head to the steakhouse.” Jeremy took one of her hands while Luke took the other.
She’d noticed a few turned heads while they’d been shopping when both men touched her and hugged her. Strangely, it didn’t bother her nearly as much as she would have thought. They were strangers. They didn’t matter. In fact, a couple of the women who stared at them had looks of envy on their faces like they wished it was them between the two good-looking men.
When they pulled up outside the steakhouse, Beverly noted that there were a good many cars already in the lot. She couldn’t wait to see what was on the menu. She didn’t get out much, and though the food at the ranch was unbelievably good, they pretty much had the same menus every night. After a few months, she was ready for something different.
They were seated at a table next to the wall of windows where she could see a small garden of bright flowers. The tables had real tablecloths and napkins. She was surprised. She hadn’t expected that at a family steakhouse.
“What would you like to drink, Beverly?” Jeremy asked.
“Tea is fine. This place is really nice.” She picked up the menu and began reading over it.
“It is. We’ve never been here either. I’m pleased so far.” Luke studied his menu, as well.
Beverly settled for pork chops with garlic mashed potatoes and French green beans. They guys both got steaks with baked potatoes. They chatted while they ate their meal. She was having a great time. All in all, it had been a wonderful day out with them. So why was she still unsure about dating them?
“You’ve got a serious look on your face,” Luke said. “Is something wrong?”
“No. I guess I was just thinking too hard.”
“No secrets between us, honey.” Jeremy reached over and clasped her hand with his. “Talk to us.”
She hesitated. They were right; there couldn’t be any secrets if they were really going to see each other romantically. With three of them, it would spell disaster.
“I’ve had a really great time out today. I mean I really enjoyed your company. It’s just that there are two of you. There were a few stares, but that actually didn’t bother me. It’s that I don’t see how I can be enough for both of you. I’m not very good with romance.”
“What do you mean?” Jeremy asked.
“Well, when you date someone enough, you eventually get more intimate. If that is where this is going, you should know that I’m not very good in that department. That’s why I don’t see this working out in the long run. I don’t want to get hurt. I already like you more than I should. If we actually go to bed together, and you decide you don’t want to see me anymore after that, it would hurt. I’m tired of getting hurt.”
“Whoa, Beverly. First of all, I don’t believe that you’re not good in bed. You’re warm and caring. Second of all, that part is our department. If you haven’t enjoyed sex before, then it was the man’s fault. There’s no way we would hurt you like that. We’re in this for the long haul, honey.” Jeremy squeezed her hand with Luke holding the other one.
“You’ve been hurt in the past. We get that, but don’t let it ruin your chance at happiness. Jeremy and I would never hurt you. We care about you very much. Give us a chance before you pull away.” Luke lifted her hand to his lips where he brushed a soft kiss across her knuckles.
“Would you guys like dessert?” Their waitress stood by the table ready to take their order.
Jeremy looked at the dessert menu and ordered a chocolate brownie delight complete with vanilla ice cream.
“Three spoons, please. We’ll share.”
“It’s a good thing you asked for three spoons. You’re going to have to eat the lion’s share because I’m too full to take more than a bite or two.” Beverly shook her head at their appetites. They could eat.
When it came, she groaned at the amazing dessert that was heaped on a single plate with three spoons. Jeremy dug in first then offered the first bite to her. She moaned when she closed her mouth around the delicious concoction. It was well worth the possibility of an extra pound.
The guys quickly finished up when she’d held her hand up to more than the three bites she’d taken. She was already afraid of not being able to go to bed anytime soon. She was stuffed.
The ride back to the ranch was made in a comfortable silence. She leaned against Luke as Jeremy drove. Luke’s hand curled around her shoulder, and Jeremy’s hand rested on her knee. If she wasn’t careful, she’d fall asleep on them.
“I had a really nice time today. Thanks for asking me.” She looked up at Luke then over to Jeremy.
“We did, too, sweetheart.” Luke squeezed her shoulder. “We’ll have to do it again soon. It’s nice to get away from the ranch sometimes.”
“Go on and take a nap, Beverly. You can barely keep your eyes open.” Jeremy patted her knee. “We’ll wake you once we’re home.”
She didn’t need any additional urging. Beverly’s lids drooped one last time, and she was out.
Beverly woke as the truck came to a stop. Initially she wasn’t sure where she was, then remembered the awesome day she’d had with Luke and J
eremy.
“Awake?” Luke asked with a broad smile.
“Yeah. Sorry I fell asleep on you.”
“You can use me as a pillow anytime, sweetheart.” Luke opened the door then helped her down from the truck.
“I’ll get the packages. Why don’t you let Luke help you up to your room? I’ll be right there.” Jeremy stepped down from his side and opened the back door of the truck.
Once inside her little apartment, Beverly’s nerves woke to tingle with Luke so close to her. When Jeremy joined them seconds later, she shivered at the tension in the air. They were so big and male in her little room. It left her feeling a bit overwhelmed and something else.
Aroused.
Needy.
Jeremy pulled her into a hug. “We had a great time today, Beverly. Learning more about you only makes us want you more. You’re a truly amazing woman.”
Luke crowded her from behind and nuzzled her neck after lifting her hair. He made a noise that sounded like a little growl. Or maybe it had just been a groan.
“You smell delicious. I could sleep with you just like that and be a happy man.” Luke ran a hand up and down her arm.
“I—I…”
“Shhh, honey. Just feel. Let us hold you.” Jeremy lifted her chin with two fingers then slowly lowered his head, giving her time to turn away.
When his lips touched hers, it was soft and intimate in ways she couldn’t explain. He brushed his lips back and forth over hers before licking along the seam asking permission to come in. Beverly was helpless in his arms. Aroused, hot, and anxious. Would this be it? Would she give in to them only to have them slink away never to talk to her again?
She moaned as she opened her mouth to his probing tongue. He licked and explored before sliding it alongside hers and sucking on it. He brought it into his mouth then pushed his back inside of her. The give and take felt so much more than a mere kiss. She felt it all the way down to her pussy. There she tingled and grew wet for him. Her body was betraying her, teasing her that all of them could be hers.
They’ll find out that I’m really cold and walk away.
She couldn’t continue like she was, always aware of them and wanting them only to back away. They’d grow tired of waiting and leave anyway. What was the difference?
They’ll know.
So, they’re good men. They wouldn’t spread nasty rumors. Beverly was sure of that.
So give in. Enjoy them while it lasts. I like them a lot more than I’m letting myself believe.
Jeremy retreated from the kiss then turned her to face Luke, whose eyes were heavy lidded as he watched her.
“So amazing. Your eyes are sparkling and so full of color.” He kissed her nose. “I love those freckles. I want to count them and kiss you for each one of them.”
All Beverly could do was moan with each touch of his lips. Then he lowered his head and treated her to his brand of kiss. Where Jeremy’s had been sweet, warm, and deep, Luke kissed with intent. He ravaged her mouth, mapping every part before demanding her response in return.
Beverly hadn’t realized that she had it in her to kiss a man back with just as much fire as he’d given to her. She sucked on his tongue then nipped his lower lip. He growled and sucked her lip into his mouth before releasing it to nip at her chin, her jaw, her earlobe. The sensations overwhelmed her. She’d never felt anything like the way the two men kissed.
Jeremy’s mouth hadn’t been quiet. He’d been nibbling along the back of her neck then took her other earlobe into his mouth and sucked on it. Her legs collapsed with so much arousal wetting her panties and causing little shockwaves to dance in her stomach and lower.
“Beautiful.” Jeremy bit her shoulder.
“Amazing, so passionate,” Luke said as he laid soft kisses on her closed eyelids.
“Sweetheart. We want you so badly. Will you let us love you?” Luke pulled back to look into her eyes when she opened them.
“I’m scared,” she whispered.
“Of us? We’d never hurt you, honey.” Jeremy moved to stand next to Luke so that he was looking down at her upturned face.
“We’ll always stop the second you say to.” Luke brushed his knuckles down her cheek.
“I’m not very good at sex. I’m afraid that you’ll be disappointed in me.”
“Impossible,” Jeremy said.
“You’re so passionate when we kiss. I can’t imagine that changing.” Luke laid his lips against her forehead.
“Give us a chance to show you just how sensual you really are. If it hasn’t been good for you in the past, that was on the man. He wasn’t doing his job.” Jeremy ran his hands up and down her arms.
“Please say yes.” Luke stood still in front of her.
They were so close, and all she could feel was their warmth and the beginnings of something deep inside of her she’d never felt before. The desire to give in to them overwhelmed her, and she nodded, too afraid of her voice cracking if she spoke.
Luke and Jeremy didn’t need anything more than her quick nod. They immediately began kissing, nipping, and surrounding her with their bodies as they slowly undressed her. With every piece of clothing removed, her exposed skin was kissed and caressed. Their touch stimulated nerves deep inside her pussy she’d never felt before. Everything seemed to be convalescing into something bigger than her.
“Please.” Her voice sounded so far away.
“Just relax, honey. Let us take care of you.” Jeremy’s voice sounded just as distant. Her ears roared as they slowly undressed her, making love to her all along the way.
Chapter Eleven
It took every ounce of control for Luke to go slow. He wanted to throw her over his shoulder, toss her on the bed, and cover her with his body. She pulled out the caveman in him even while she coaxed him into long, slow kisses.
Luke removed her panties, helping her to step out of them before kneeling in front of her to lick and kiss her skin from her belly button down. The slight salty taste of her exploded over his tongue as he spread her legs so that he could reach her sweet pussy. He wanted to taste her wetness. He’d been overjoyed to find that her panties were wet with her heat.
“Luke, let’s get her to the bed and you can feast on her until she comes. I want her breasts in my hands and my mouth.”
They backed her to the bed even as her soft moans tightened Luke’s cock. He had to adjust it to keep some of the pressure from the zipper off of it. As much as he wanted to undress, he knew once he did that he’d have to have her. He could put it off longer with his clothes on.
“Easy, sweetheart. Just lie back for us.” Luke helped her down then he dove between her legs, pushing them over his shoulders so he could get to her honeyed center. She smelled like heaven. He could stay there forever if he wasn’t so aroused that he’d go cross-eyed waiting to get inside of her. First, he wanted to make her come. He wanted to hear her screams and feel her hands on his head making sure he didn’t stop anytime soon. Luke wanted to make her feel so good she’d never want anyone but him and Jeremy.
He looked up her body and found the other man feasting on her breasts as if he were starved and hadn’t eaten in days. Beverly’s head was thrown back with her mouth open as if to cry out. He wasted no more time and spread her lips to drag his tongue through her juices that covered her slit. She tasted of sweet candy with a spicy coating. He already loved the way she exploded on his tongue.
Luke licked all along her pussy, circling her clit without rubbing over it. It didn’t take long until she was trying to move her hips to get him to lick the little nub. He used one hand to press down on her pelvis to keep her still. He wanted to build up her need until she was wild with it.
While Jeremy sucked on her nipples, nipping and licking them, he concentrated on satisfying her desire with his mouth, fingers, and tongue. He wanted to send her so high she had to fight to breathe through the pleasure they could give her.
“Oh, God, Luke, Jeremy. It feels so good. Please, please, don’t sto
p.”
Luke smiled. He loved hearing how hoarse her voice had become. She was so close. He could smell it, taste it on his tongue. As he sucked and licked her sweet pussy, he entered her with one finger. She bucked against it. He added a second finger and eased them in and out as he continued to lick up and down her slit.
She tossed her head back and forth, threading one hand through Jeremy’s hair and holding him to her as he teased and tormented her breasts. He wanted to feel her fingers in his hair. Jeremy curved his fingers, searching for that spongy part of her that would feel too good to resist. He knew he’d found it when she suddenly bucked and cried out, arching her back, so that he had trouble remaining in place.
When one of her hands reached down to grab his hair, Luke knew she was ready. He pumped his fingers in and out of her in a slow, even thrust then lapped at her clit before sucking on it as she exploded around him.
“Yes!”
Luke listened to her screams of completion while he sucked and licked over the little nub that had her shaking with her orgasm. Beverly dug her nails into his scalp as she convulsed and panted above him.
He slowly removed his fingers then licked her slit a few times before he sucked on each of the two digits that had been inside her pussy. Luke reached up and took one of her hands.
“Let Jeremy taste you, beautiful. You taste so fucking good.” He ran her fingers through her juices then handed it over to Jeremy.
Luke watched as the other man took her fingers into his mouth and closed his eyes as he sucked and licked them clean. Beverly’s eyes remained on Jeremy, as well. Her eyelids had lowered to half-mast with the lethargy that women always got after coming. He loved seeing that look on her face. It meant he’d made her feel good. He and Jeremy both had taken care of their woman. He wanted to see that look every time they made love to her.
“You’re right. She tastes delicious.” Jeremy sucked on her fingers again before releasing them and standing up by the bed and began removing his clothes.
Luke did the same, boots, jeans, socks, shirt. They stood beside the bed naked and tightly aroused to the point of pain. Getting the tight jeans off had felt wonderful at first, but now he wanted her to squeeze him. He couldn’t wait to sink into her sweet pussy. He knew Jeremy would take her ass and they’d make her theirs. She would be the most loved woman in the world when they finished with her. Why she thought she wasn’t good in bed, Luke didn’t understand. She’d come apart in their arms giving him a rush at being a part of it.
