Page 105 of Finding Redemption

“We have a great sale this week and if you pay cash, you get an extra ten percent off,” Tina says. “With the discount, it’s fifty-five dollars.”

Her eyes widen. “Are you serious?”

“I am. Would you like to pay cash?” Tina smiles at us.

“Oh, yes. Here ya go.” Reese lays a hundred on the counter. “See, not so bad.”

Tina wraps the gift as we circle the counters again, pausing by rings. Reese quirks a brow when I stop, accessing the stock. She has no clue but there’s no way her ring will come from inventory. I’ll design it myself.

“Here’s your package. Thank you for coming and have a Merry Christmas.” Tina hands the bag to Reese.

She takes the bag, beaming. “Thank you. You have a wonderful Christmas.”

We step from the door and I make my excuse. “One second.” I hold up a finger. “I want to get her card, to tell the owner what a wonderful job she did.”

“Please!” Reese agrees.

I step inside, walking to the counter. “Mr. Pennington, the remaining balance is four-hundred and fifty dollars.” Tina hands me the receipt.

“Thank you.” I sign the paper, shoving the copy in my pocket along with her card from the counter. “Just between us.” I wink.

“Of course.” Tina nods.

“Got it!” I flash the card.

“Where to now?” She takes my hand.

“We’re done. I’m starving.”

“How about we order some food on the way home and jump in the shower before it gets there?” she suggests to my delight.

“If you’re waiting for me to complain about getting you naked, it’s not happening.”

“Such a horn dog.”

I narrow my eyes at her, slipping my hand around her back. “You say that like it’s a bad thing, baby.” I grab her ass, making her squeal.

“Walker!” She slaps at me, laughing.

The playful mood dies quickly.

“Well, aren’t we just the happy couple,” Candy spits at us. “For the record, he’s grabbed mine that way and it only took one hand.”

I open my mouth to answer her but not before Reese sits her on her ass. “That explains it.” Reese arches her brow.

“Explains what?” Candy sneers.

“Why he came looking for me. He was tired of using one hand and wanted more bang than just a fuck.” My chest swells with pride and if she’s not damn right. Reese laces our fingers, leading me away.

As soon as we’re at the truck, I unlock the door, tossing in our bags. I grab Reese, pinning her to it. “Fuck.” I grind into her as I take her mouth, releasing her only when someone pulls into the spot next to us. “I’m damn proud of you.”

She giggles. “Me too. I can’t believe I said that to her.”

“I knew you had it in you.” I kiss her and then help her inside.

She fists my shirt, yanking me to her. “You make me believe in me. Thank you.” She places her sweet lips against mine.

“No, Reese. You were already well above the rest.” I jump in the driver’s seat and head home. As we hit Highway Seventeen, I remember we need food. “What are we eating?”