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I threw up my hands, and quickly filled in the information. Instantly, my access was restored. I turned to Chase and asked, "Do you mind if I get my work done? I had planned to fix us steaks for dinner —”
"I think I can make a few adjustments to that plan. How about I start the grill and do the steaks myself while you finish up?" Chase said with a smile, planting a kiss on my forehead.
Warmth flooded through me as I felt the love radiating from his touch. "That sounds like a perfect plan. I knew there was a reason I needed to leave work early.” I heard him open the door of the fridge, then he stuck his head around the corner and asked, “By the way, how much longer before you can start taking on projects for pay?”
I grinned. “It'll be a while, but I’m getting there. How's your Golden Key grant going?"
"Clint's making progress. But they moved up the due date."
"Oh, wow, that's a stressor!"
"Tell me about it...."
Chapter Thirteen
Chase
I jolted awake, my eyes taking a moment to adjust to the darkness of our bedroom. As I groped across the bed, searching for her warmth, my hand encountered nothing but coldness. I reached for Meagan beside me, realizing she had already left and begun her day without us enjoying our usual passionate morning eye-opener. But even in her absence, my thoughts conjured images of our bodies entwined, her curves pressed against mine like two magnets drawn together by an unbreakable force.
Suddenly, a sound from the bathroom caught my attention. It was the unmistakable sound of Meagan taking a shower, and I couldn't resist the urge to join her. I jumped out of bed and made my way to the bathroom full of erotic anticipation.
Steam billowed out as I pushed open the door, and my eyes were drawn to seeing my beautiful Megs standing in the shower, water cascading down her smooth skin. I couldn't help but be captivated by her beauty as droplets ran down her curves, glistening in the light.
"Good morning, gorgeous. You're up early," I whispered, my voice husky with desire.
Instead of greeting me with the naughty look I expected, she scowled and said, "I had a bad dream.... or maybe it's a good dream, I'm not sure?"
"What did you just say, Megs?" I asked as I stepped into the shower.
"The other day, when you inquired about Alex, I was so upset that I didn't remember anything. But then, he came to me in my dream last night, and suddenly I remembered him.”
"Did you guys date? I mean..."
"No, Chase, I didn't sleep with him if that's what you're asking. We were just friends and coworkers."
“I guess you caught me… Anyway, what did you dream about?" I grabbed the shower sponge and ran foaming bubbles down Meagan's back.
"The dream abruptly woke me up, and I recalled having heard his voice while trapped in that car trunk. He was talking to Chelsea," she said, leaning back into my arms.
"What did he say?"
"I couldn't understand. But it was definitely Alex. He is in on this."
"I'm so proud of you. You're so strong!" I kissed her shoulder.
As we stepped out of the shower and dried off, Meagan's mood shifted from uncertainty to a newfound sense of empowerment. We made our way to the kitchen, eager to start our day together. I brewed the coffee while Meagan gathered ingredients for breakfast.
Not long after, we kissed goodbye, and I headed to work. As I started my Escalade, I noticed that Meagan's car was parked slightly differently than before. It was only a few inches farther up in the carport, but I figured Guy had taken it for a spin since Meagan wasn't driving.
When I arrived at work, I could hear loud laughter coming from the break room as I walked into the office. When I caught a glimpse of Ryder telling his story about learning to ride a motorcycle, curiosity got the best of me. So that's when I decided to drag Guy aside and inquired. "Hey Guy, was it you who drove Meagan's car? It seems like it has been moved quite recently."
"No... no, I didn't. I don't have a key."
I thought for a moment before replying, "Well, then, who did?"
"Only Meagan has a key." Guy rubbed the back of his neck. "Shit! You know what that means. I can't believe.... that girl is so bullheaded sometimes."
"I can damned well confirm that," I added with a smirk.
