Page 36 of Forever Player

I look at it curiously and take it. I begin to open it but he looks at the door and flinches.

“What?” I ask.

“I think it’s best you open that box in your bedroom or the bathroom or something,” he mumbles.

“What did you do?” I ask him, my eyes narrowing on him.

“Taking care of you,” he responds thoughtfully.

“I know how to take care of myself,” I shoot back because I know not to rely on a man, not even my father, may he rest in peace.

“I know, Willow, but this kind of care is better done by an outside party,” he says. I don’t know what that is supposed to mean, but he winks.

I look at the mystery box and take it upstairs without another word. When I get to my room, I open it.

“What the ever-loving. . .” I hold up the vibrator. It says it has two modes for vaginal penetration and clitoral stimulation.

Damn him.

I’ve never owned one of these things, but my girlfriends have spoken enough about their use of vibrators back in New York.

The box says it’s silent and waterproof.

I receive a text message and quickly check my phone.

Brett:Enjoy your bath

I don’t reply but my blood turns hot.

I fill up a bath and take my new toy with me. I place it between my thighs and, holy crap. I come in under a minute. What is this craziness? I go for a second round, thinking of Brett. What was he thinking buying me this toy? But before I can really think of anything another orgasm rolls over me.

When I get into bed to nap, I am very relaxed. I’ve had enough orgasms I shouldn’t be thinking of Brett but instead, all that action has made me want him more.

Feeling unsettled, I text my friend, Skylar, in New York. I would call her because she is probably done with classes for the day since she is in law school, but I don’t want Brett to hear the conversation.

Me: I don’t know what to make of Brett. He’s being helpful with Maylee. He’s cooking and taking care of our baby.

It only takes her a few seconds to respond.

Skylar:I told you he’s a good guy.

Me: He’s a fuckboy

Skylar:Maybe he has what he wants so he’s giving up that lifestyle.

Me:He bought me a vibrator.

Skylar:Why?

Me:I don’t know. He gave it to me and texted me that I should go enjoy my bath.

Skylar:He wants you.

Me: I have my daughter to worry about. I can’t screw things up with Brett. We need to be on good terms.And I don’t really know him.

Skylar:Then get to know him. Sounds like he wants to get to know you. Wink. Wink.

Me:You know me. I’m not ever settling down.

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