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I sat up and looked at him, the reminder of what we’d just done spilling down my leg. “More?” I asked. “I don’t know how that would even work, Reed. We live thousands of miles apart and have totally different lives. Plus, you know I just got out of an engagement. I’m not sure I’m ready for more.”
The truth was, however, that my emotions were at war inside me. Part of me knew that it was way too soon to consider committing myself to anyone. Another part of me, though, felt that Reed was different, and wanted to know if we could be more. The confusion was almost too much to bear.
CHAPTER TWELVE - REED
Bella and I had talked for almost an hour after our last encounter and I could actually see her internal struggle. I felt she wanted to be with me as much as I wanted to be with her, and all I needed was a little time to convince her that I wasn’t Gavin. I’d tell her all about the inheritance and the stipulation as soon as possible, but first, I’d solidify our relationship. I didn’t have time to do things the other way around. Time was too precious, too valuable. If I hadn’t been certain I’d have not gambled with her, but I’d never lost a bet before, and I was betting on us.
Or maybe I wouldn’t have to tell her anything at all. I realized now that I was starting to fall for this woman. What had started as a means to an end to get at my father’s money was turning into something else completely. Even if I wasn’t starting to have real feelings for her, I would have taken care of her and any baby anyway, but now I was starting to actually see a future here. I could see Bella with our child and us actually being happy. I could have the best of both worlds, and I was starting to think that I wanted just that.
What the fuck was happening to me?
She fell asleep in my arms and my gaze wandered down her body, nice and slowly, to her perfect breasts and down to her flat little tummy that I would make big and round with my child, and then below to the perfect little cleft. I loved that she kept it completely bare and my tongue and cock appreciated how slippery her little pussy was because of it.
I wondered if she kept it that way for her last lover and decided to keep encouraging it. It was perfect. She was perfect. Everything was happening so fast, that it almost seemed like fate had intervened.
I ran my hand through her soft hair to pull it away from her face, and then sometime after fell asleep.
I woke in the morning with her gone from the bed. I got up and heard water trickling in the bathroom. The door was open, so I walked over and peeked inside. She was in the tub, with the water on and bubbles all around, her hair bundled up high with tiny tendrils hanging down. Her bright eyes widened even more as she saw me standing there.
“Door was open.”
“I’ve always wanted a claw foot tub. I figured I better enjoy it while I can, but the water keeps getting cold, and my bubbles are dying too quickly.”
“You have to agitate the water.” I put my hand in and swished it around, creating a few subs.
“If I keep doing that I’ll never relax.” She lay back and bent her knees. I leaned over for a kiss, and she met my eyes as if she had a lot on her mind. “I’m going to walk around and take some photographs of your yard today.”
That meant that she wasn’t planning on running out of here like she had been yesterday. I was pleased.
“It’s a mess with the storm and all, but make yourself at home. I’d like us to go out to the concert tonight. We’ve missed a few of the events, but this is supposed to be the biggest night.”
“Sounds good. I’d like to spend a little time with Kayla if you don’t mind.” She gave me an apologetic look, but I reassured her with another kiss.
“I’ll be downstairs if you need me. Take your time.” I dressed and headed out just in time for Rick and Kayla to show up. Kayla wasted no time running up to see Bella, and I wondered if they’d talk about what we’d all been up to and just how detailed they’d get. Rick walked the property with me as I assessed the damage and though it wasn’t too bad, I wondered why Bella would want to photograph it in this condition.
“So, how’re things with you and Bella? Did you talk to her about the inheritance situation?”
“No, I haven’t, I need a little time. I didn’t want to scare her off, but yeah, I think she’s one.”
“You better work fast, my friend. Kayla said she’s just broken up with some asshole, and she’s scared you’re catching her on the rebound. You better make sure she’s solid before you get too involved. She even made me promise that if the two of you implode, that it won’t wreck our relationship.”
“You didn’t tell Kayla about the will did you?” I didn’t need the two girls talking about things before I had a chance to explain.
“Just that you had some money coming. I didn’t say anything about the clause. I wouldn’t. It’s not my place.”
We spent the rest of the afternoon at the house with the girls, and they spent a lot of time walking the property and taking photographs, while Rick and I got the tree out front taken care of. Bella would only let me do it after she’d taken pictures and she’d even tried to slip a few of me into the mix, but then she was annoyed that I didn’t smile.
At the concert, I felt like I was on a real date, especially when she stood close and held my hand. I hadn’t ever really had that with anyone I cared about and it felt kind of nice.
We went for a late dinner after and then came back to the house, Rick and Kayla opting to use the same room as before.
Bella had joined me in my room. “I got some good pictures today. I’ve got a whole new collection in mind.” She smiled brightly as she slipped off her clothes.
“I’m glad that my home could be an inspiration.”
“It’s the beautiful disaster, like the cancer photos of my mother. Something as beautiful as your house after the storm, I thought it would make a great story.”
“You’re so creative and talented. It’s very sexy.” I stripped off my pants, letting them fall from my hips to a puddle at my feet, and moved toward the bed. Bella climbed across it and crawled her way over to me on all fours, and without any ado, she took my cock into her mouth and sucked it nice and slow.
