Promise Me
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I want Ainsley bad. The worst thing she could say at this point is no. Shit, I want her to say yes.
“Ainsley, I want to propose something. The rules are the same as the packet you received. The confidentiality agreements that you signed will still apply. All of the STD tests you took will be put in your permanent file. If there’s no new information to add to the questionnaire, I can use the same one you already filled out.” I paused, and Ainsley nodded.
“The reason I ask what kind of guy you are looking for is because I want to be your partner while you’re a member here. Some members want multiple partners, but that’s not how I do it. We can discuss fees later, but it will be something within your budget. I don’t want you to feel demeaned by my offer, but I think you and I can give each other what we need.”
She played with a ring on her right index finger. She turned it over and over again while watching me. She crossed her legs in the other direction. By the slight squirm, I knew she was attracted to me. She was doing a damn fine job of masking it though. I sat there with no emotion on my face even though my dick was jumping for joy at the thought that she wanted me inside her.
She cocked her head to one side. “I’m not a submissive. I don’t know the ins and outs of all of that, but I know that’s not for me.”
She was all business, and I liked that about her. She wasn’t doing all that lovey-dovey giggly shit.
I relaxed my posture in my seat since she hadn’t said no. “I’m not asking for a submissive. We’ll both give each other what we need on equal ground. We’ll never do anything you are uncomfortable with.”
She let my words absorb. My eyes kept going to her top. It was a low-scoop green silk shirt. The club was cold, and as she shifted, I could make out the faint outline of her nipples.
Ainsley relaxed her posture slightly like me as she leaned back in the chair. “And what do you need, Adam?”
“To fuck you hard, countless times, to be buried so deep inside you while you scream in pleasure—that’s what I want out of this, Ainsley. Lust and sex—that’s it.”
I heard her intake of breath, and her eyes became clouded. She was looking me over—for what, I had no idea. She started twirling her ring again. Her breathing was a tad quicker. To the normal observer, she would still appear unaffected.
“So, how does that work? Do we make appointments to have sex?”
I let out a small breath. I was making ground and could feel the deal was about to be closed. I would have to kiss her tonight before she left. I was going to have to stick my finger inside her. And if I was lucky, I was going to fuck her against the office wall.
Keeping my voice calm, I responded, “More or less. We work out times to give each other pleasure, and then we return to our normal lives. There are no strings, no complications. It’s just sexual gratification. What do you think?”
She stood, tall and confident. Without wavering, she said, “Yes.”
To Paul—You are my everything. Each and every day you show me trust, love, and promise to be my forever. Thank you for always being there for me and supporting me through this journey. I love you infinity factorial.
To Makaela—I love you! I love you more! I love you the most! That is one of my favorite moments of the day when we each say those three lines to each other after being apart. You are such a blessing to my life, and I will love you forever and always.
To my parents: Kathy, Tim, Gehrig, and Janet—It’s not often that a gal is blessed with four wonderful parents. Your love, unconditional support, and being there for me mean so much. I hope I’m always there for Makaela as you have been there for me.
To Sarah Harper—Well, Harper, can you believe the Trust Series is finally published? I can’t. It seems like just yesterday when I sent you the first five chapters of Trust Me, and this incredible journey started. You’re the peas in my vegetable medley. Or am I the peas? I can’t remember. Ha-ha! Thanks for always being there for me. I heart you, girl.
To Kelly Elliott—Girl, are you picking up what I’m putting down? You know what I’m talking about. Um…um…um…what would I do without you? Seriously, what would I do? Your friendship means so much to me, and I don’t think my chickler or chortle box has ever gotten such a good workout. I love you, the NWVK!
To Jovana Shirley—Bibbidi-bobbidi-boo! Poof! All I have to say are those words, and my Fairy Edit Godmother appears. You’re brilliant and amazing in your editing skills! Thank you so much for everything. Xoxo!
To Heather Davenport—Girl, I don’t know how you do it, but you are a woman of many, many talents. Thank you for everything you have done with arranging the release and blog tour for Promise Me through your company Book Plug Promotions.
To My Beta Readers:
Maren—I miss you! I can’t wait to come visit you this next year, but thank goodness for FaceTime. It’s amazing that what started off as a common love for touring as much as we could in Mexico turned into an amazing family with kiddos the same age. Thank you for everything and for being such a wonderful beta reader. You are such a special and dear friend to me.
Nikola (Again, you never shall be called Nikki from me.)—You are one of the most sincere people I know. I’m so thankful that my job many moons ago brought us together. We had some good times and built a friendship that will last forever. Thank you for being the last set of eyes to read my books!
Brandy—As always, thank you so much for taking the time to read with your hectic schedule. Thank you for all your feedback. It’s amazing what a little chat can turn into. Oh, and P.S., thank you for putting more Slater in this last book.
Heather—You are one of the fastest readers I know! I love seeing messages from you in my inbox asking when I’m sending the next bit of my book to you. I promise, I’m hurrying. I’ve enjoyed getting to know you and becoming friends. Thank you!
To Chris Chandler and Eddie Smith at Chandler Graphics—Thank you for yet again another beautiful cover! You do such incredible work.
To April Park at April Park Photography—Your photos are incredible. I have loved shooting the Trust Series with you. Thank you for sharing your talents.
To Damien’s Darkside Divas—Ladies, ladies, ladies! Your diva attacks are epically out of this world. Thank you for all your love, support, and for bringing a smile to my face daily. I will treasure these memories forever. I’m still trying to figure out how in the world I’m going to get a pass into Diva Land! I heart you guys so much!
To the Trust Series Discussion Board—As I sit here and type this, my little notification sound is going off, and it appears that I’m being guilt tripped to consult my Magic 8-Ball to give you guys some kind of hint as to who Mr. XXX is. Hehehe! I remain strong in the fact that I am a hint-giver and information provider, not a teaser. And now that it is printed in a book, I think that makes it official!
To Karen Wilcox (Thelma), Kelly Wheeler (Louise), Jennifer Isaacs (Picture Fairy), Lori Peixoto (PS), Mary Kornegay (Movie Director), Amy Hapner (Lucy Lover), Lisa Waugh (BFQ), Cynde Eller, Shawna Tremoulis—Thank you for everything! You guys have done so much for me, and I am so grateful for everything you do. It’s amazing the friendships that have formed. Thank you for the laughs, thank you for the support, but above all, thank you for the friendship. I heart you guys so much!
To Readers—Thank you for all your support through this journey. You have made every step in this journey completely worth it. Thank you for everything. You will never know how much all your messages mean to me each and every day. I hope you enjoyed Sam’s story, the extra scenes from Mark’s point of view, and the sneak peek at Ripple Effect, the first book in the Effect Series.
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