Page 23 of Stealing Home

We all head on the tour of the four and half bathrooms that are throughout the house. Each one is perfectly executed, homey but masculine. The girls save the master bathroom for last.

“This was all Adriana. She did this one while I did the other three and half.” Heather lets me know before walking in.

This bathroom made me want to buy this house besides it being next door to my brother and his wife. The shower is ginormous, with a bench the width of it, four showerheads and built-in shelving for all my shower shit. There is also a soaking tub with jets for when I need to soak my muscles. Looking inside of the shower, Adriana set it up just the way I would have. My body soap and hair products are exactly where I wanted them. There are black and gray towels that are hung up nice and neat as the accent colors to the tan paint. The rug that is in front of the shower is the same as the one in front of the tub. Then there is the soap dispenser, toothbrush holder and the bag that holds all of my shaving items. She has my face wash, lotion and shavingcream all laid out on the counter. I turn to find Adriana and she seems as if is holding her breath, waiting for my reaction. I can’t help but smile at her.

“Thank you Adriana. This is perfect. I couldn’t have set up this room any better myself. It’s like you saw my thoughts.”

She smiles and lets the breath out that she was holding.

“Good. I was a little nervous.” She tells me.

“No need for that.” I say as I walk over to her and Heather. Ty is behind them, just smiling. He’s going to be busting my chops later.

I reach out to Heather first and give her a big hug and once I let go of her, Adriana is next.

With my arms around her, I take in her smell. I didn’t the last two times because those hugs were about comforting her. But tonight I am. This hug is not about comforting her.

She smells of vanilla, almond and spices. It’s like what you would think home smells like. Letting a slight sigh out before letting her go and taking a step back.

“Thank you both so much. Ask Ty, I was anxious as hell to see what you two did.”

“He was. I asked him what was going on while we were in the air and I knew that you guys would make his night.” He confirms.

“You knew about this and said nothing? You’re an asshat.” I state.

“It was their surprise. I just told the ladies where the key was for the house.” Ty replies.

“Well, thank you both again. How about we break in my grill tomorrow? As a thank you.” I suggest.

“You don’t have to do anything for us, but who says no to having someone else cook for them?” Heather answers.

“That sounds good. It’s supposed to be beautiful out.” Adriana agrees.

“Oh, we can lay out by the pool! P.S. we had the pool guy come by while you were on the road too. You’ll get the invoice and don’t worry, it’s the same guy we used so I know the pricing isn’t bad.” Heather informs me.

“Damn, sis, you are the best.” I boost her ego.

“I know. Don’t forget it because you’d be lost without me.” She teases.

“Yeah, you’re not wrong there.” I say with a chuckle.

“Alright, we’re heading home. I’m ready for bed.” Ty tells us and grabs Heather’s hand to leave.

“I’m sure you’re ready for bed.” I laugh.

They both look back at me. Heather smiles and my brother gives me the middle finger.

“I’m going to head out, too. I’m glad you liked everything.” Adriana says softly.

“Thank you again. This was one of the best surprises. I know it’s only next door, but I’ll walk you home.” I tell her.

“It really is just next door. You don’t have to.” She states.

“Nonsense. Let’s go.” I insist, motioning for her to lead the way.

Adriana walks in front of me out of the house. I can’t help but sneak a look at her ass in those shorts. She really has all the right curves in the right places. She is all woman, and it’s a nice change from thin models who think they need to be a size zero. Adriana waits for me to close the front door before we walk side by side towards her apartment next door. I place my hand on her back and she steps a little closer to me.

Maybe she does like me.

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