Page 19 of Harmonizing Hearts

The coffee aroma reaches my nostrils and I take the cup and sip it. It’s still hot and tastes so good. Jax gets into the car too with a bunch of red roses and a shy smile shows up. “Are they for me?”

“I’m not used to buying roses, Em, so I went with the classic ones. And of course they’re for you.” His thumb brushes over my cheek.

I close my eyes, trying to hide how freaking emotional I am. “Why?”

“I’ve never been a relationship kind of guy and please forgive me if I’ll fuck up but I’m trying, baby.” His husky voice makes me snap my eyes open.

“You said I’m not your type and we’re just friends.” I bite my lower lip to stop my tears from spilling out again.

The confusion in his eyes is clear. “Me?”

I nod.

His eyes narrows at me, “I’m not sure what you’re talking about, Em, but I’m pretty sure I’d have never said such bullshit.”

“You were making breakfast and talking with the guys,” I say with a shrug. “It wasn’t my intention to eavesdrop but it happened.” I swallow the bitterness that still hurts.

Jax says nothing but I see him lost in his thoughts. I’m wondering if he’s trying to come up with an excuse or tries to remember that morning.

“Could we go home? I’m worn-out.”

“Sure, I’m sorry.” The engine comes to a live while he dials the guys.

“I won’t move back with you.” Liam is the first to pick up.

“Yeah me neither.” Dex jokes, “Where are you?”

“Hey guys, where’s Charlie?” Jax asks while driving out the airport parking lot.

“Dunno, what’s up?” Dex’s voice become serious, “Have you talked to Emma? When is she coming back?”

“I can shoot her an email from you.” Liam chuckles.

“Guys, shut up for a second. Have I ever told you me and Emma were just friends?” Jax honks to a car before driving away.

“That’s bullshit,” Dex laughs, “the chemistry between you two is too much for a friendship.”

Jax glances at me. “Told ya.”

“You did, dickhead,” Liam admits, “Hi, Emma.”

“Hey, Liam.”

“Oh wait. Liam is right, you said it, Jax. And when I teased you about asking her out you said you’ll cut my balls and make me eat them before letting your woman date another man.” Dex fills in with details.

I snap my head at Jax, “That’s vicious.” I can’t help but burst out laughing.His woman.

He shrugs while getting in the garage. “I’m not sorry about it, but it seems you missed that part.”

“Oh shit, that’s why she…” Liam gasps.

“Bye guys.” Jax hangs up.

Peering around I feel lost. “Where are we?”

Jax gets out of the car and comes to open my door. I follow him to the elevator and then inside. The door closes and his mouth is on mine right away. Possessive, while taking all he wants.

Heart.

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