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Billie’s eyes were bright. Kitana squealed with glee, clapping her hands in excitement, which earned us another unhappy look from the major.

“And then?” Kit encouraged.

“Are you seriously going to make me tell you all the details?”

“Yes.” She smiled.

“Okay, so we came back to the compound and the car ride back felt excruciatingly long. We both just wanted to jump on each other, but you know me. I wasn’t going to get too frisky in the cab with the poor driver having to awkwardly ignore us. So we got back and then he literally pulled me through the gym and took me up the passageway to his room. Which, by the way, why did no one tell me there were secret passageways that led to other floors?!” I demanded, getting distracted.

“Hold on. He took you to his room?” Kit’s mouth was agape, ignoring my question.

“Yeah?”

Billie’s expression mimicked Kitana’s. “That’s very interesting. I think he really likes you, Vee.” Her eyes were contemplative. Thoughtful. But she didn’t give too much away.

I breathed out a frustrated breath. “I can’t … can’t think too much about that right now. We’ve agreed that this is just casual.” My heart warmed at the thought though.

“You did?” Billie asked, concern clear on her beautiful face.

Kit cut in. “Billie, shhh! Let her get to that part. I don’t want to miss anything. Continue. Pleassee.”

“Alright, alright. So we went back to his room. And he took me to his insane bathroom where we were planning to clean up. I still had the drink all over me. But, well … we didn’t get that far because he pushed me against the bathroom wall and we kissed. Actually … I kissed him.” My cheeks burned at the memory. “And then after that it was all just a blur. It was like we had ripped off the seal and were just hungry for each other. So he lifted me up and carried me to the bed. And yeah. I’m sure you can use your imagination for the rest, Kit,” I chuckled coyly.

“Ahhhh, I just can’t deal. You two are so fucken cute.” She held her heart, eyes closed as she smiled. “Yes, I will definitely be using my imagination to fill in the rest, don’t you worry.” She laughed before looking me dead in the eyes. “So, how many times?”

“Um, maybe like three? Throughout the night.” My cheeks were definitely red with blush as I pointedly looked down at my work, not making eye contact with them.

“Damn, girl. You must have been starved from the dry period you had. Good for you.” Kit patted me on the back. “And then this morning?” She wagged her brows at me.

“Well, we didn’t when we woke up. I was literally in a state of shock waking up in his arms. He definitely made an attempt but I forced myself out of there so we could get to training.”

“Which you basically missed anyway,” Kit snickered.

I couldn’t hide the flushed grin that appeared on my face. But I tried, biting my lip. “Yeah. Things got a bit heated. Being partnered with him now is going to be impossible.” I bit my lip again. “He took me to the strategy room. I was convinced it wouldn’t happen again. That maybe it shouldn’t. But he was adamant that it should. And honestly, after last night, I couldn’t resist. I was hoping it would, but didn’t know where he would stand on the subject. But after he insisted, I couldn’t say no. So we agreed that we’ll keep doing whatever this is but that it’ll be casual.”

“The strategy room? I like your style.” Kit’s blue eyes held a sense of pride, like a teacher delighted in the progress of their students.

Billie turned to me. “I’m so happy that you did what you wanted. That you put yourself first, Vee.” She rubbed my shoulder. “And the casual part. Are you sure you’re okay with that?”

I knew she was concerned for me but even if maybe I wanted more later, the terms of this arrangement were technically my doing. I didn’t know if more was even on the table but I didn’t make much of an effort to find out, wanting to protect my heart instead. “It’s what I need. For now anyway.” I smiled warmly at her.

“Then I’m elated.” She grinned, her doe eyes full of delight.

CHAPTER 35

We lay in his bed, dark sheets the only thing covering our bare bodies. From the slanted wall to ceiling windows in front of us, a few lone stars in the hazy sky shone over us. The moon casted its cool, iridescent light over the room, colouring us in hues of blue.

I turned to stare at him, pulling the sheet against my chest and cocooning myself in it. “So, Gray. Tell me, what number am I in the list of girls you’ve done this with?”

“One hundred and one,” he replied, a smirk gracing those irresistible lips.

My mouth dropped and he laughed. The light sound felt like it wrapped around my body. “Relax, Cosmo. I’m kidding.”

I shoved his chest and he grabbed me, pulling me in closer and encasing his arms around me. “Is this all just some sort of game to you?” I lightly accused. “Getting the closed-off girl to trust you and let her guard down until she eventually gives in and sleeps with you, becoming another one of your conquests? I can only imagine how many girls you’ve picked up at the club with the same moves. You probably spill the drink yourself and then offer to get them cleaned up back at your place. I could so see that being your signature move.” I was half joking and half serious—trying my hardest to keep my tone light while fishing for answers. Deep down I was itching to know. Was I anything different?

“If it was a game, I’d win.” He captured me with that liquid gaze and that sexy smile.

I rolled my eyes at him.

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