by Nicole Hart
"Thank you" I whispered. "But can you please go in there? This is gross"
"I've seen way worse baby, but yeah I'll leave you be. Holler if you need me"
He was even sweet when I was disgusting. This was humiliating. Once my stomach was completely empty, I just put my head on the cool bathroom floor. I didn't have the energy to move. I needed to rest my eyes for just a minute.
A while later I heard a light tap on the door.
"Come in" I whispered.
"Thought you might need this" Jase said as he handed me a Gatorade and Tylenol.
"Thank you" I said as I took both of them out of his hand.
He wet the washcloth again and wiped it across my forehead. I closed my eyes and let him run the rag over my face and down the back of my neck.
"That feels good. Thank you Jase"
"Anytime" He said
"I'll be out in just a minute" I said "I just need to put myself together a little bit"
Jase stood and kissed me on the top of the head.
"Don't forget to brush your teeth" He said with a chuckle on his way out.
I put my hand over my mouth and took in my breath. Ugh. He wasn't lying. God, he's never going to want to see me again. That was my first thought but I knew it wasn't true. So I pushed that notion aside and grabbed my toothbrush.
A few minutes later I walked out of the bathroom to see Jase sitting in the lounge chair in my room. He had his hat pulled over his eyes and his hands propped behind his head. He looked so peaceful. My eyes went to his boots and camo jacket sitting in the corner. I totally forgot he was supposed to be hunting last night.
"You slept on the floor all night?" I asked.
He lifted his hat so he could look at me. "Wouldn't have been right to climb in bed with you while you were passed out. Besides I didn't want you to puke on me" There was that crooked smile of his.
I walked over to my bed to lie down. The room was still a little tilted and I didn't think I could stand for much longer.
"I'm awake now. Come here. I brushed my teeth." I said with a little giggle.
Once I put my head on the pillow Jase was sliding in next to me. He gave me a little peck on the lips
"Much better" He said.
I buried my face in the pillow.
"I'm just kiddin’ with ya" He said as he put his arm around my waist and scooted closer to me. Luckily he was the one moving so I could remain as still as possible.
"What happened last night?" I asked.
"You don't remember anything?" He asked just as there was a knock at my door.
"You alive?" Sam said as she peeked her head in.
"Barely" I said as I rolled over slowly to face her.
"I think she blacked out" Jase told Sam.
"Well I don't doubt it" She laughed.
"Y'all I don't remember anything, drinking moonshine in the kitchen was the last thing I remember doing."
"Damn girl. A lot happened." Sam said as she got comfortable in the chair Jase just got out of.
"I'm a little nervous to hear it, but fill me in" I sighed.
"Well after the douche left here yesterday, he didn't leave town. He went to The Canteen"
The Canteen was the local bar where all the old timers spent their weekends. Sam's Uncle Jimmy was the bartender and heard all the town gossip. He was as bad the old women in this town.
"Well Uncle Jimmy called me last night because he said some city slicker was getting hammered at the bar. He kept rambling about a girl named Lainey and the crazy bitch that pulled a gun on him. Well of course it didn't take a genius for Uncle Jimmy to realize who he was talking about" She continued. "I had a feeling he would come back so I called Moon to come over and sit with us. You were drunk and feeling feisty so I didn't think I could handle it alone if there was trouble. Not without shooting the bastard anyway."
"And he came back?" I asked, although I already knew the answer.
"Yeah, but luckily it was after Moon and Jase were already here. You don't remember any of this?"
"Not a bit, keep going" I said.
"He pulled up, belligerent, screaming about how he wasn't leaving until you talked to him. You tried to charge out the door but I held you back. Screaming at him about being a pussy who couldn't handle getting a tattoo. Wherever that came from?"
I felt Jase shaking from laughter as he buried his face in my shoulder.
"Oh my God." I wasn't just drunk. I was a stupid drunk.
"Anyway" She continued. "He called you a whore and this one right here went to town" She said and nodded to Jase.
At that moment I looked down at Jase's hand on my stomach. His knuckles were scabbed over and swollen.
"You hit him?" I said and couldn't help but grin a little.
Before Jase could answer, Sam chimed in.
"Girl, he laid his ass out. Did you know The Douche has a fake tooth?"
"What? No he doesn't" I said, confused.
"Well he will now." She started to laugh so hard tears started rolling down her face.
"And I'm pretty sure he won't be coming back or calling you again. I think he even promised you didn't he, Jase?"
"He won't bother you again" was the only response from Jase.
"Ok, well I'm starving. I'm making Moon take me to LuLu's for breakfast. Y'all wanna come?"
The thought of food made me want to be sick again.
"Ugh. No. I think I need to go back to sleep." I said.
"Suit yourself" Sam said as she closed the door behind her.
"Will you take a nap with me?" I asked Jase.
"Mmm… you bet" He whispered in my ear.
It took less than a minute before the steady sound of Jase breathing in my ear relaxed me enough to fall asleep in his arms.
I started to wake from my much needed nap when I felt Jase stretching beside me. I turned on my side to face him and enjoy the view.
"Hey you" I whispered.
"Hey beautiful" He said as he nuzzled my neck. "You feeling any better?"
"I think so" I hadn't really moved yet but I'm pretty sure I was going to live.
"I'm sorry about last night" I said. I was really embarrassed. That wasn't like me. "I don't usually get drunk like that I swear. And I'd probably be even more embarrassed if I remembered any of it."
"I know" He said. "Don't worry about it. I won't hold it against ya babydoll" He whispered in my ear as he pulled me closer to him.
"I can't believe he came here."
"I don't think he'll be back."
"You really tore into him huh?" I asked.
"When he called you that, I just snapped"
A whore? He had the nerve to call ME a whore? It was almost laughable.
I grabbed his swollen hand and brought it to my lips. I kissed each of his knuckles softly.
"I'm sorry you hurt your hand" I told him.
"Fucker had sharp teeth" He said with that grin of his.
"Thank you for defending me" I told him. I really meant it.
"You couldn't stop me if you tried" He said and then gave me a kiss.
"I'm sorry for ruining your hunting trip" I said as I broke my lips away from his.
"You didn't ruin anything, Lainey. Quit apologizing." He said sweetly as he ran his hand along my cheek. "I would rather be with you than hunting anyway. Besides, Drunk Lainey was fun to watch. And she has a dirty mouth, which is sexy as fuck." He said as he started to kiss my neck.
At that moment, my stomach decided it wanted to imitate a bear and growled louder than it ever had. Jase started to laugh against my neck.
"I can't help it." I started to laugh also. "I'm so hungry. What time is it?"
Jase took his phone out of his pocket. "1:00. Want me to grab you something to eat?" He asked as he sat up on the bed.
"I think I just need carbs. Cheetos. That's all I want for now."
"I'll run to the store" He offered.
"No need, Sam and I keep them in stock" I said as I got off the bed.
I grabbed the bag of Cheetos from the kitchen and headed back into my room. Jase was putting his boots on.
"You're leaving?" I asked, trying not to sound too disappointed.
"I've gotta run to the store. I want to make you dinner tonight."
"You're gonna cook for me?" I asked.
"Yes ma'am" He said with a wink.
Wow. Derek had never cooked for me. Derek never did a lot of things for me. It was official. Jase was going to ruin me if he broke my heart. I was already convinced that no other man would compare to him.
"What’cha thinkin’ about?" Jase asked as he stood in front of me. I didn't even notice him walk over.
"How amazing you are" I answered honestly.
"I'm nothing special Lainey. You're the one that's amazing." He said as he wrapped me in his arms.
"Jase, you don't even know" I said as I kissed his shoulder.
"Want me to pick you up later?" He asked.
"I can just drive over to your place."
"Be there by 6" He said as he gave me a quick peck on the lips then slapped my bottom as he walked to the door.
"Ok. Do you need me to bring anything?" I asked before he left.
"Just need you." He said as he turned around and gave me a smile. "And make it 5" He said as he opened the door.
"Even better" I said and blew him a kiss before he shut the door behind him.
I stood by the door and listened as Jase started his truck and pulled out of the driveway. Then I walked over and flopped down on my bed. He was too good to be true. I can't believe he beat the hell out of Derek for calling me a whore. Which I wasn't! God, he pissed me off just thinking about him. He deserved to get his ass beat. I hadn't even slept with Jase. Yet. But I was pretty convinced tonight was the night. I was more than ready and I know he was too. But first I had to figure out what to wear. Thank God I had slept my hangover off. No more moonshine for me. Ever. I didn't want anything to ruin my night with Jase, especially a stupid hangover.
I pulled up to the guest house at exactly 5:00. I didn't want to seem too anxious but I couldn't wait another minute to see his beautiful face. I knocked lightly on the door.
"Come in" He yelled.
When I walked in the door, I took in my surroundings. It was manly with brown leather furniture. The only thing hanging on his wall was a European Mount. There was a gun case in the corner. My Jase was a hunter. My Jase. Yes, I was claiming him.
It was really clean which of course I loved. But I didn't expect anything else from Jase. I caught a glimpse of him in the kitchen. He was bending over putting a pan in the oven. He was wearing a fitted gray tshirt, faded jeans and his feet were bare. Even though he was wearing his usual baseball cap, I could tell his hair was still a little damp. He must have showered earlier. The thought of Jase in the shower gave me butterflies. I needed to be close to him. Now.
I walked into the kitchen and immediately smelled Mexican food. My favorite. He was just standing up so I put my arms around him from behind. He turned around and put both of his hands around the back of my neck and entwined his fingers in my hair. He put his mouth on mine and kissed me tenderly. He tasted like heaven.
"Hey beautiful" He said as he broke away from my lips.
"Hey yourself" I whispered. He had literally just taken my breath away and I found it hard to speak.
"Is it crazy that I missed you?" He asked.
"Not at all" I admitted and gave him another kiss. He smelled even better than the food. So manly and fresh. I suddenly had the urge to devour him.
"It smells delicious" I said trying to collect myself.
"You like enchiladas?" He asked.
"Mexican food is my favorite" I said.
"Good deal. Do you want something to drink?" He asked as he opened the refrigerator and grabbed a Corona.
"I'm good thanks" I said. I realized that was the first time I had seen him drink anything. I watched him take a swig from the bottle and tried not to drool. How could drinking a beer look sexy? Jase pulled it off though.
"What'd I tell you about biting that lip?" He said as he put his bottle on the counter and walked towards me. I didn't even realize I had done it.
Jase grabbed me around the waist and put me on the counter. His mouth slammed against mine. It wasn't sweet or tender. It was intense and full of need. I wrapped my legs around his waist and immediately reached for his shirt. I wanted it off. Now. When Jase helped me pull his shirt over his head I couldn't help but drink him in. His body was sculpted and perfect. He had a huge tattoo of an anchor on his left side. I grabbed him by the front of his jeans and pulled him closer to me. We were kissing as if our lives depended on it. And in that moment, I didn't think I could survive if I didn't get more of Jase. He unbuttoned my shirt without moving his mouth away from mine and slid it off my shoulders.
"I need you now" He whispered into my mouth.
"Yes" I said as I threw my head back. It was already almost too much.
Jase grabbed my ass and lifted me off the counter. I put my hands up to his head and ripped his cap off so I could run my fingers through his dark hair. But I was so turned on, I couldn't help but pull it. Jase groaned into my neck and started walking down the hall into his bedroom with me wrapped around his waist. I don't think I had ever wanted anything so bad in my life.
Jase put me down on his bed and hovered over me. He stopped and stared at me. Our eyes were locked and I could feel his chest heaving against me.
"You're so fucking beautiful Lainey" He said is a raspy voice as he looked me up and down.
I put both of my hands on each side of his face and pulled him closer to me. Our need for each other took over once again and we fumbled to get the remainder of our clothes off. God, he was so beautiful.
Jase put his hands between my legs and started rubbing my clit. His hands were magic. I couldn't help but moan and buck into his hand. I wanted more.
"I want to taste that pussy baby" He said as he slowly moved his finger in and out of me.
"Oh God" was all I could say. His dirty mouth would be my undoing.
He put his face between my legs and started to lick me. He took his time and caressed me with his tongue.
"So fucking sweet" He moaned into me as he continued to swirl his tongue around my clit.
"Oh God Jase" He was going to make me come. I wasn't ready for this to end but I needed to give in. It felt too good.
I screamed his name over and over and pulled his hair harder than I meant to. But it was too much.
When Jase was sure I was finished he hovered over me and kissed me hard. That was a first but I didn't mind. I would do anything he wanted.
Jase reached over to his nightstand drawer and pulled a condom out. He ripped it open with his teeth and pulled it out of the package. I grabbed it out of his hand and slid it over his cock. He was watching me with those intense emerald green eyes.
"Damn baby" He mumbled as he grabbed my legs and put them around his waist.
He slid himself inside me and we both let out a moan. Jase grabbed both of my hands, and pinned them above my head with our fingers locked. He rocked inside me until I felt another orgasm building. Another first. I arched my back and closed my eyes.
"Open your eyes" Jase said. "I want to see you come"
His words sent me over the edge again. He continued to thrust inside of me over and over again. The way he slid in and out of me in a slow rhythm was the most erotic experience of my life. I ran my nails down his back and his pace quickened. The growl that came from his throat let me know that he was close. So fucking hot.
"Fuck" He said as he slammed into me one last time.
He shifted his weight on top of me. We laid there, breathing heavy, our bodies slick with sweat. It was perfect. HE was perfect.
We didn't move for a few minutes, then I heard a beeping sound. What was that?
"Dinner's ready" He said with a chuckle. "Stay right here."
Jase rolled off me and stood up. First, he wal
ked towards the kitchen and the beeping stopped. I watched as he walked into the bathroom that was connected to his bedroom. I heard the water running and he came out with a washcloth. He laid beside me on the bed and cleaned me. No one had ever done that before. It was sweet and sexy. Just like Jase. He threw the washcloth to the basket in the corner and started gathering up our clothes. Once we were dressed I started to get off the bed and Jase pulled me onto his lap and kissed me. This time it was sweet and tender.
"I'm falling hard for you Jase" I said without hesitation. I didn't want to sound weak by admitting my feelings so soon but I had to tell him. A part of me was scared he would tell me we were moving too fast. Because the rational part of my brain was telling me just that. But my heart was screaming louder and my mind didn't stand a chance. Jase didn't speak. He just put his hands around the back of my neck and stared into my eyes.
"I don't want to freak you out, I'm sorry." I blurted out and closed my eyes. I regretted saying it out loud.
"Look at me." He whispered. "I started falling the minute I looked into those blue eyes of yours" He said as he caressed my cheek. "I can't even explain it. I wanted to kiss you before you even said a word to me. And once I got a taste, I was hooked. I don't want to mess this up, Lainey. I want this. I need this."
"Me too." I said. I was so relieved. I put my lips to his. I could stay like this forever.
Instead we walked back into the kitchen. Jase grabbed his baseball cap off the floor and adjusted it back on his head. It was so cute the way he always had a hat on. Then we walked over to the table and he pulled out a chair. He motioned for me to sit down.
"Do you need some help?" I asked
"Nope. Sit."
I sat in the chair and watched as he maneuvered around the kitchen. He brought everything to the table. It looked delicious.
"This looks amazing Jase. I should have known you could cook too." I said as I picked up my fork.
"I figured out pretty young how to fend for myself." He said with a little sadness in his eyes. But it disappeared pretty quickly.
"Oh my God." I moaned as I took a bite of the cheesy enchilada. "This is delicious."
"Thanks" He said as he devoured his enchiladas.
After we finished dinner, he started putting away the dishes.
