Page 10 of Harmonizing Hearts

“Fuck.” He releases me and dives into the lake.I know that feeling too.

“Hey, Em, fancy a beach volleyball match?” Dex calls me, making me spin around.

“Count me in.” While mentally shaking my arousal away, I swim back to the shore. Taking off my drenched dress I squeeze it and place it on the chair before tying my hair in a bun.

Jax joins us minutes later acting as if nothing has happened and of course he’s in my same team along with Dex.

In the past days I’ve noticed their routine and they like to play beach volleyball. Jillian and Charlie are a great duo and Liam has a great shot which usually tends to aim on the right line. That's where I take my place.

“The losers will cook.” Jillian smirks while winking at me.

“So what’s on the menu?” I fire back, “Or can we order whatever flows our boat?”

“That’s the spirit, little one.” Dex chuckles fisting our bumps. I haven’t missed Jax flexing his muscles while clenching his fists. I love to think he’s jealous, but at the same time I know he’s not.

I admit their game is great but the balance our team has found is incredible. It’s like we’ve played together for a lifetime.

“Mine,” I shout while saving it from the corner and passing it to Dex who marks a point. We high five and get back on our position. The more we switch the more we cover each other’s backs. We’re a great team and I know deep down I’ll miss them. My schedule is getting insane since I’m the one taking care of SMD’s concerts abroad.

The guys hop for a wall before that ball flies on our part marking a point for them. We’re even and sweaty as hell. The sand is all over our body but I’m loving this match.

And well, my view is the best ever.

When Liam sends the ball in the right corner I knew it’d end inside. I throw myself and save it while Jax passes it to Dex, who marks our last point.

“Yeah, baby.” Jax helps me to get up, “You okay?” He stares at me and I feel like melting.

I nod while he’s still holding my hands. “I need a shower.” I giggle while his eyes darken. Charlie hits his back with the ball and I can’t help but burst out laughing.

“You better run!” Jillian pushes him away.

“I’ll chase your ass to hell and back.” Jax roars while he sprints after Charlie. This is the bond I like to see and will take them places for sure. I nod at Jillian for the great game and back off toward the house and then to my room.

After a shower and a phone call with my aunt Trish, I pick the dress for the party before texting Luke to get the car ready.

In the kitchen Charlie stops to look at me. “Isn’t it too formal for dinner?”

Looking at my floral dress I giggle. I just put it on since I wanted to solve a problem first. “I won’t join you for dinner, but will be back before midnight.” I wink at him while taking a grape, “Have you seen Jax?”

“In his studio.” Dex spins around with a grin on his face, “Looking great, Em. Should I be jealous? Where are you going?”

Shaking my head I move toward the hallway, not replying to his question and then stop in front of the studio. After staring at the door for a few minutes I push my luck and walk in. Jax is writing something down with his back at me when he stops and takes the headset off. The thrum of my heart is so loud that I’m sure it can be heard. Still, I knock on the door and walk in, “Hey, Jax, do you have a moment?”

“Sure, what’s up.” He pivots the chair and his eyes land on me. “Is everything okay?”

I nod, trying to hold his gaze, but I can’t, I lean my ass against the desk, peering at my bare feet. “I need to confess something.”

“Okay…” He drags his chair closer. “If you’re avoiding looking at me it means it’s something bad. Have I done something wrong?”

You bet you did. You've been haunting my dreams since forever.Since the night we’ve spent together he became my obsession but still I didn’t dare to talk to him. Now though, I need him to know who I am even if he will reject me. “I’m about to broke one of your club’s rules.” I admit while nervousness is creeping closer.

Jax gets up and lifts my chin until our eyes meet, “My club?” he chuckles. “Which one? Are you planning to cheat and count the cards?”

His leg is between my legs and I can already feel his heat crawl on me. I can’t.Shit!

“No, never mind.” I shake my hand trying to move away.

He places the hand on the desk right next to my hip and cages me. “What have you done?” His voice seems to control my heartbeat.Gosh, he’s so close.I should look up instead of staring at his chest.

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