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Worse, Renzo didn’t even try to explain or stop him. But he shouldn’t want that, right? No. Definitely not. He didn’t care one little bit about the Alpha. Really. He didn’t.

So why was his heart breaking with each step he took without Renzo even trying to stop him? Stealing himself when he felt tears prick at the corners of his eyes, he resolved to not let them fall. He wasn’t about to give the jerk the satisfaction, even if it meant he had to rip out his tear ducts to do it.

He heard a growl a second before he was suddenly scooped up into arms that were a lot stronger than he would imagine considering Coleson wasn’t exactly small. Yeah, Renzo was bigger, but not enough that he thought he could pick him up as if he weighed nothing.

“No more running,” Renzo told him in no uncertain terms. “No more silent treatment. And definitely no more ignoring the fact that I’m in love with you and whereas you might not be there yet, I damn well know you have strong feelings for me.”

When Coleson opened his mouth to tell him exactly what those feelings were at the moment, Renzo glared at him. “And no, I’m not talking about anger, frustration, or even your refusal to believe I’m not like the other Alphas who have disappointed you your whole life.”

Not liking Renzo could so easily read him, he was about to give him a piece of his mind, but once more Renzo stopped him by setting him on the tailgate of the truck and trapping him between the arms he placed on either side of Coleson. Those golden eyes glowed with passion, sending a shiver of desire down Coleson’s spine.

“I love you,” Renzo stated matter-of-factly. “Your spirit. Your kindness to others in need. Your willingness to get your hands dirty if necessary to get the job done. Your determination to live life on your own terms. Even your stubborn pride makes my heart soar with happiness.”

Based on the heat suffusing his cheeks, Coleson had zero doubt he wasn’t just red, but glowing the color, like some sort of stop light.

Just when he thought Renzo was done, he continued as he touched one of his cheeks like he wanted to test to see how warm they were. “The way you wear your heart on your sleeve, even though you try to hide it from everyone but your friends. How your eyes shine like gems when you’ve accomplished something you set out to do. The way you give your time and care to the others, even when you’re so exhausted, you’re ready to collapse.”

He was hypnotized. That had to be the only reason he didn’t balk when Renzo leaned in until their lips were just barely touching. “And I love the way you look at me when you think I don’t notice it. Because I know you want me as much as I want you, love. I’m willing to wait for you forever, but I’m no longer willing to deny my feelings for you.”

Then their lips were moving together in a kiss that was so achingly sweet it caused those tears he’d tried to hold back earlier to tumble down his cheeks. Except, this time, they weren’t caused from heartbreak but happiness. An emotion he’d hadn’t thought he’d get to experience, at least not regarding an Alpha.

Oh, he’d hoped. But life had taught reality rarely lived up to his dreams. Yet, in that moment, it far exceeded any fantasy he’d ever had.

Curling his arms around Renzo’s neck, he thrust his fingers into his thick hair, loving the texture against his skin. Almost as much as the several days' growth along his chin and cheeks. The way it abraded his face just right had his thoughts instantly going to what it would feel like along the inside of his thighs. Or, even better, his balls.

A moan he hadn’t planned escaped into the kiss, bringing him back to what they were doing. Was he crazy? Pulling back, he stared into those golden brown eyes as if he could read Renzo’s very soul by staring into them.

His breath caught in his throat. It might not be his soul, but love shone in them. He had a choice to make. One might save him from a broken heart, but he wasn’t certain that wouldn’t already happen, considering he was falling for this man. The other…

He closed his eyes for a moment, desperately trying to gather his thoughts. Could he really find happiness with Renzo? But even as he thought it, he wondered, would he ever be happy alone?

He’d been the one to encourage Ford to take a chance with Lowen. Maybe it was time for him to do the same thing. Still not quite ready to speak the words aloud, Coleson dove back into the kiss, pouring his emotions into the act, praying Renzo could understand them, anyway.

It was a huge leap, but it was also one he had to take if he wanted all his dreams to come true.

CHAPTER 14

The moment Coleson dove back into their kiss, the fear that had been gripping Renzo in an iron fist melted away. Don’t get him wrong, they were far from smooth sailing, but he’d seen the conscious decision Coleson made to be with him. Or try to anyway.

There were never any guarantees in life, but deep in his bones, Renzo knew Coleson was the one for him. He would do anything for his Omega.

“Need,” Coleson moaned as he reached for the front of Renzo’s jeans. His hand cupped his bulge, pressing against it with those long, deft fingers.

Damn, he could come just from his Omega’s touch if he wasn’t careful. And as much as he wanted nothing more than to sink deep into Coleson at that moment, he knew the others would most likely be sending someone back to check on them soon.

That didn’t mean he couldn’t make his love feel good. Pulling Coleson until he was just barely on the tailgate, he unfastened his jeans and fished his cock from inside and stroked it. Wanting to feel more, he used his other hand to undo his own pants while delving his tongue into the recesses of that delicious mouth, coating it with the taste of this Omega who had become everything to him.

With his knee, he nudged those long, slim legs open and stepped between them until he could wrap one hand around both of the lengths. A deep guttural moan was pushed into the kiss from both of them as the sensation of feeling all that heat emanating from their needy pricks.

Strong hands held onto his shoulders as Coleson tilted back slightly, allowing his body to straighten enough that they were groin to groin with no hindrance. The feel of Coleson against him, skin to skin, was like nothing Renzo had ever known in his life. He wanted this moment to last forever but between having lusted after this man for weeks, as well as knowing they wouldn’t have much time before someone showed up, he stroked with purpose.

“Please,” Coleson begged, before nipping on Renzo’s bottom lip. “I need this so bad.”

His hips bucked up to push his cock through Renzo’s fist as if to prove his impatience. His nails dug into the skin above Renzo’s collar and he couldn’t deny loving the thought of his Omega marking him in that small way.

“I’ve got you, love,” he promised as Renzo stroked them with a firm grip even as he pushed their bodies closer together. “Come, Omega,” he ordered, and damn if he didn’t get to witness the most perfect sight he’d ever seen.

Coleson’s mouth formed an ‘O,’ those beautiful eyes with their blown pupils widening in surprise before pure pleasure shone from his entire being, lighting up Renzo’s entire world. Fluid flowed over his hand even as Coleson called out his name, making him feel like a God.

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