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Just like the other day, I can’t resist touching him. Using my index finger, I softly trace the outline of his tattoos. He did tell me to map them out another day. Well, today is another day.
Mason takes in a sharp breath, stretching his arms above his head as he blinks his eyes open.
“Morning,” I greet when our eyes connect.
Feeling bold, I lift the blanket to climb on top of him. Straddling his torso with my bare legs, I place my palm on his chest.
One of his eyebrows raises. “What are you doing, Teagan?”
“I thought about what you said last night,” I explain, “and I’ve decided I’m rejecting your rejection.”
“You’re rejecting my rejection?” he repeats slowly, his eyebrows drawn together like he is trying to make sense of the words. “I don’t think you can do that.”
“I can, and I do.” I grin at him, and using my index finger, I tap him on the top of his nose. “Your argument about us being so different, and you having to work all the time is stupid.”
“My argument is stupid?” He looks up at me dumbfounded.
“Are you just going to repeat everything I say?”
“Are you just going to repeat everything I say?” Mason asks the same question before the corners of his mouth turn into a huge grin.
Now I’m the dumbfounded one. “Mr. Mason Grumpy Pants Grant, did you just make a joke?” Clutching my chest, I gasp dramatically.
Mason laughs even more, his whole body shaking as his face lights up like I haven’t seen before. “It’s just that the face you made was the same expression Nat used to make when I repeated everything back to her.”
“See, we do have stuff in common. Jase used to do that to me all the time. It’s fucking annoying… but also funny.”
“I’m pretty sure every sibling has done it. That doesn’t make us compatible.” And just like that, he’s back to being serious.
I frown, still straddling him, and lower myself onto my elbows until our faces are only inches apart. “So what if we have different jobs and grew up differently? Ever heard of opposites attract? Tons of people who come from different countries or backgrounds have wonderful, long-lasting relationships. Whether it’s a friendship, a romance, or maybe just something casual. I’m not asking you to make a commitment here. I’m just asking you to give us a chance.”
He stares at me for a while. I can almost see him thinking and weighing his options while coming up with arguments against it. He surprises me when he does finally answer. “I get the feeling you won’t take no for an answer.”
“Damn straight, I’m not. Not unless you actually have a reason. You have not presented anything valid to me so far. Clearly, you like me. I like you. And right now, we’re stuck here together. So why not have a little fun? Like I said, this doesn’t have to be anything serious.”
“Have you had a lot of serious relationships?” His question catches me off guard. For a man who likes to keep everything a secret, he’s asking some pretty personal questions.
“No. I thought I was in a serious relationship once, but apparently, my ex didn’t. It took me a few months to figure out he was sleeping with three other girls.”
“Asshole.”
I shrug. “You live and learn. I was very upset at first, but I decided he wasn’t worth my energy. Plus, I’m a firm believer in karma. Last I heard, he gave twin sisters an STD, and when they found out he was sleeping with both of them, they keyed his car and spray painted PIG on his front door.”
“What goes around comes around,” Mason agrees.
“What about you? Any serious relationships in your past?” At my question, Mason’s hands find my hips. His touch sends a heat wave through my core.
“The only serious commitment I’ve ever made was to the military. I had a few girlfriends when I was younger, but most of it was casual, as you put it.” His grip tightens as he pulls me even closer, making me well aware of his very hard cock between my legs.
“Just sex, got it. Nothing wrong with that as long as you were honest with everyone.”
“I didn’t cheat if that’s what you are asking.”
“Good, and yes, I was,” I admit shamelessly. “Now, would you like me to take care of that morning wood for you, or do we have other breakfast plans?”
Mason groans. “Fuck yes.”
Before I disappear under the blanket, I place my lips against his. Mason immediately wraps his arms around me to pull me closer. He deepens the kiss with a moan that sends shivers down my spine.
I break the kiss and let us both catch our breath before slowly moving south, running the tip of my tongue along his neck, collarbone, and chest. He shudders at the sensation, and his hands run over my back and shoulders as I go.
