Page 51 of Fallen Ink

He grinned at her tone since she was so far on the edge that just one flick over her clit would set her off. So he did just that and watched how she shattered on his cock. Her face went down onto the mattress, her body spent, and he dug his fingers into her ass as he pumped hard, quickly coming himself because he loved the feel of her around his dick so damn much.

When he collapsed beside her, she half-heartedly patted his hip. “Good game, Knight. Good game.”

He laughed and kissed her bare shoulder. “We’ll go over the highlights later. For now, we need to shower.”

“Separately, or we’ll really be late.”

“And I need to make sure Daisy is up and ready to go, too.” They were at his house as they had been more often than not recently. Adrienne had practically moved in. He figured after the holidays, he’d ask her officially. But for now, Daisy was getting used to Addi being around almost all the time, and he loved it.

Jeaniene still called every day to talk to Daisy, but she was firm that the custody arrangements were the right thing for everyone. He wasn’t sure how their daughter was going to feel as she grew up, but since he couldn’t change things, he’d just make sure Daisy was as healthy and whole as she could be. And Addi was already picking up the slack where he knew he wasn’t fully able to. They were a team, and he was damn lucky he realized that before it was too late.

“Sounds like a plan, Knight.” She turned and kissed him before skipping toward the bathroom. He just shook his head and grinned. She always got such a boost after morning sex, and went all limp and sleepy after nighttime sex. He never understood how there could be such a difference between the two, but he figured he’d learn since he wanted a lifetime with her to find out.

He wasn’t ready to propose, wasn’t ready for that kind of change in Daisy’s life yet. But he and Addi knew it was a sure thing. They’d even talked about it because the two of them didn’t want any more misunderstandings or hurt feelings because they were too afraid of what they might say.

One day, she would be his wife and help him raise Daisy. For now, she was simply his, and he was hers, and Daisy was getting used to the idea of a new woman in her life. Small steps, but strong ones.

By the time the three of them were finally ready for the day, they were indeed late, but his parents hadn’t minded. Since today was Thanksgiving, he, Addi, and Daisy were doing two meals: one with his family, and one with hers. He had a feeling since the Knights and the Montgomerys were so close already, one day soon, it would end up as one huge meal. He’d probably be grateful for that. Maybe having his sisters in the same room for long periods of time with Addi’s wouldn’t be the best thing in the world since they’d probably make plans for dominating the world, but he was just happy everyone got along.

Daisy was chattering away with his parents while eating her turkey, and Mace just smiled, tugging Addi to his side.

“Yeah?” she asked softly.

“Just happy.”

She grinned. “Me, too.”

“You guys are so cute it’s actually a little sickening, but I love it.” Violet smiled from the other side of the table and laughed. She and Sienna had come down from Denver since they had the day off work and had brought their two friends they’d known for ages. The four of them had been thick as thieves since college, and Mace was happy that they had each other since his sisters couldn’t come down to Colorado Springs every day or weekend like he or they might have liked.

“We try,” Addi said, her eyes sparkling. “It takes practice, but our goal is to be so cute, we surpass cute and get right into syrupy.”

They all laughed and went about their meals, talking about everything and nothing. Addi’s sling had come off a couple of days before, and tomorrow she’d be right back in her booth, tattooing like the crazy talented woman she was. He knew she’d been missing it for the past week or so, but she was healing, and the bruise on her face was almost gone. She’d covered it fully with makeup today so her parents wouldn’t worry, but he was just glad it would be faded completely soon.

They finished their first dinner and bundled the three of them up before going over to the Montgomerys for round two. He knew they’d be rolling out the door by the time they were done, but he didn’t mind. It was damn good food and company, and that was all that mattered.

“You’re here!” Livvy called and ran right up to Daisy. The two of them hugged and jumped around as if they hadn’t seen each other in weeks rather than a day. They ran off hand-in-hand to the living room, and Mace shook his head, grinning.

“You know, she used to do that to me. Now, she doesn’t even notice when I’m here with Daisy.” Addi mock-sniffed, and he kissed the tip of her nose.

“It’s okay. I’m glad you’re here.”

“Dork.”

“Yes, you’re both dorks, but that’s why we love you,” Thea said as she took their coats. “I don’t know how the two of you are doing two dinners, but more power to you.”

“I’m going to have to cut back on potatoes and rolls I think.” Addi bit her lip. “Okay, never mind, because I love those, and I’m just going to be a blimp later, and I don’t care.”

He patted her ass. “Just more for me to handle.”

She laughed, and Thea made gagging noises but laughed along, as well.

“Did you bring Molly?” Adrienne asked as they made their way to the family area. Roxie and Carter were talking with Addi’s parents, a slight distance between them that Mace didn’t understand, but then again, he didn’t know them as well as he should have. They all waved them over as Thea answered.

“No, she wanted to stay home and not do anything.” Thea shrugged. “I guess I get it. But then I almost invited Dimitri since he’s alone too, and hell, he’s my friend just like Molly is, but I didn’t want to take sides, so now they’re both alone and doing whatever, and I’m here with you guys.”

Mace hugged her, and she smiled up at him. “Sorry you’re having a crappy day.”

Thea patted his chest, and Addi raised her eyebrow before winking. “It’s okay. I’ll be full soon and won’t care. I’m just crabby.”

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