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“Hey. I was on my way to class.”
Cole’s threatening gaze landed on David. “Let everyone know Shae belongs to me. Anyone who wants to test that idea will wish they’d never looked at her.”
David’s eyes widened as his focus bounced between us. “You two are together?” He pointed at us, clearly surprised.
“Got a problem with it?” Cole asked.
David was a tall, well-built guy, not to mention in shape, but he was no match for Cole.
“Nope, just making sure I’m clear, so I could let the guys know.” David massaged his neck, wincing. “See you around.” Then, he hurried off.
I nearly creamed my G-string with Cole’s fierce protectiveness. Not only was he making sure that everyone knew that we were together, but it was a warning that if anyone hurt me, he would personally take care of the situation. Unfortunately, rape on campus was a real thing.
“Fucker,” Cole muttered before he kissed me again.
“You’ve always cockblocked me, Cole.” I laughed, feeling bad for David. Cole was up to the same games he used to play, but I never understood why he wouldn’t ever allow anyone to date me until recently.
“I’ll block anyone’s cock except mine.” He pulled on me, and we started walking to class, teasing each other.
I hadn’t missed some of the familiar students staring at us. Since Cole was a year ahead of me, he knew a lot more people, but his reputation preceded him. I suspected before the day was over, whispers and gossip would fill the campus. After all, Iwasfucking my stepbrother. But this time, I didn’t care what anyone else thought. I was madly in love with him, and he was all I needed.
“Sorry it took me a while, but I was finally able to find out who released the video of you and …” Cole ground his molars, the muscle in his jaw flinching. “Ibrahim and Matt.”
I stopped and looked at him expectantly.
“Blaire Gordon.” He shoved his fingers through his hair.
“My arch nemesis?” I seethed. “That bitch. I will fucking destroy her.” This time, she’d gone too far. Lucky for Blaire, she attended a different college in another state. She better hope I never saw her face again. I would fucking bury her.
“How, Cole? How did it happen?” Placing my hand on my hip I narrowed my gaze at him.
“It was an accident, I swear, babe. When we were at Harrison’s party, I was sitting upstairs with the guys and a few girls and Blaire were there. When I saw you, I jumped out of the chair and my phone fell between the cushions. I’d just used it, so it was unlocked. This is on me just as much as it’s on Blaire.”
I took a deep breath, asking myself if it was worth being mad at him again. It was months ago and in the past. Cole had nearly died, plus he’d also just apologized to me. Not to mention, he’d found out who had released the video.
“Cole, it’s over. I’ll deal with her later. Thank you for sharing. You could have hid it from me, but you were honest.”
Cole reached up and tucked my hair behind my ear. “I love you, Shae. I’ve had secrets from you long enough. You deserved to know the truth.” He pressed a sweet kiss to my mouth.
It was moments like these that made it easy to forgive him. We’d come so far since that evening at Harrison’s party, and it was all that I wanted to hold onto.
* * *
After a long day of classes, I unlocked the front door of our house and closed it behind me. Flipping the bolt into place, I dropped my backpack on the floor and toed my Gucci shoes off.
Strolling over to the table near the new cream leather couch, I placed my keys on the table near the door, then headed to the fridge for a snack. Cole had pretty much let me furnish the home with an understanding that we would either stay here until we both graduated or sell the furniture when we were finished. It had been fun picking out the pieces for our first place together. A few pieces of artwork along with a coffee table and matching recliner complimented the light wood floors. Brown, floor-length black-out curtains hung over the shades, providing the room with some contrast. Cole had insisted on as much privacy as possible, so we’d doubled up the window treatments.
The kitchen was small, but I couldn’t have cared less as long as Cole and I had a place to ourselves. The appliances were high-end stainless steel, and the white granite counters were beautiful. Since we weren’t on campus, Cole had found a nicer home for us. He wanted to make sure we were in a good area, too. I realized he could take care of himself, and the area and security alarm were for my benefit and his peace of mind. His protectiveness meant the world to me.
Samuel and Julia were so thrilled when Cole told them he wouldn’t be prospecting to the MC, they paid for the house, then loaded it with food and supplies. They’d been true to their word and had been very supportive of our relationship once Cole had shared his decision.
Spotting a yellow piece of paper stuck to the refrigerator, I picked it up.
I’ll be home around five. Get naked and wait for me.
Giggling, I peeked at the clock on the wall above the sink—fifteen more minutes. I hurried upstairs to the bathroom and freshened up. While brushing my teeth, I heard the front door open and then close.Fuck, he’s home already!I quickly rinsed and dried my mouth.
“Shae!” Cole’s voice boomeranged off the walls.
