Page 96 of My Favorite Sin

“I confronted them and we got into a fight. I was yelling and…”

“Youwere yelling?”

Her lips twitch and she gives the softest laugh. “Yeah. It felt kind of good.”

I can feel myself smirking. “I would have loved to have witnessed that.”

She returns her head to my chest. “I should have stayed by your side last night. I’m sorry. I was in shock and wasn’t thinking straight. Mom and Josh were so angry and disgusted and… I thought I could try to explain things to them. I was embarrassed I’d been caught with you and… I’m sorry. Dan, I’m so sorry. I’m not embarrassed anymore. I’m proud to be yours. I’m through with trying to please them and being the girl they want me to be.”

“You don’t need to explain yourself to me. We’re together and that’s all I care about.” I kiss her forehead. “You belong here with me, Ally. Let me run you a warm bath to relax.”

“Only if you’re planning on getting in it with me.”

I grab her ass and press her hips to mine. “Obviously, Queen.”

CHAPTER FORTY

ALLY

While Dan runs the bath, I make myself comfortable on the couch, taking a moment to check my phone. It died shortly after Daxton and I left The Hamptons, giving me no chance to call Dan. Now, with my phone on charge, I see all the missed calls and messages I’ve received over the last day. A bunch from all my stepbrothers. Killian, telling me how much shit he’s in at Sacred Heart, then sending a follow up message asking if I’m all right. Tyler and Harper also ask if I’m okay, making no comment about me and Dan.

Felix

I’m proud of you, baby sis. Didn’t know you had it in you to piss off Dad. You’re officially one of us. Also, nice going with Dan ;)

I scoff at the message, laughing a little.

“Apparently Felix is proud of me,” I call out over the sound of the running water.

“He’s had more time to process us than everyone else.” Dan steps into view, leaning one shoulder against the door frame. His body is washed in purple neon light seepingfrom the bathroom. “I told Felix about us a few weeks ago. It was when I thought you could have been pregnant. I needed someone to talk to and knew I could trust him. He’s been good about everything.”

I’m too busy admiring the sight of Dan to care what he’s just said, shirtless and with the elastic of his track pants low, barely concealing his dick. It’s a sight I’ll never tire from. The thick muscles in his arms and torso. His dark hair is a mess from lying in bed. He’s my boyfriend and everyone knows it now, that I getthis.

I fold my legs, squeezing them tight. Earlier in the day, I was still embarrassed about people knowing I’ve slept with Dan. Now, I just think screw them all.

Dan laughs, smirking. “What the fuck are you thinking about to be looking at me like that?”

My attention rises from the bulge in Dan’s pants up to his face. “That everyone knows what you’ve done to me, and I don’t care. Maybe I even like that they know.”

His eyes darken, smug over my confession. “You like people knowing that I’ve fucked you. That you’re my slut.”

There’s no denying I’ve always gotten off on being a slut for Dan and no one else.

“You really never told anyone about us?” Dan asks.

“I wanted to tell Violet, but I couldn’t risk it.”

There are a bunch of missed calls and texts from her on my phone too. I open her texts, relieved to find she feels much the same as Felix.

Violet

THE OTHER GUY IS DAN?!?!?!? YOUR STEPBROTHER!!!! Girl, that’s hot. Call me right this second! I need details!

Shit. I just heard Sacred Heart fired you. Seriously, call me back. I hope you’re ok.

There are a few more messages from her in the same vein. It’s such a relief she hasn’t turned against me. I check the time, seeing it’s past midnight, and send Violet a quick text, letting her know I’m fine and that we’ll talk tomorrow. Jordan has sent supportive messages too. I reply with a thank you message, knowing Daxton will fill her in on all the details.

“Bath’s ready,” Dan says.

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