Page 91 of Rage

Mason’s hand comes down on my ass one final time, the sting spreading delicious heat through my body.I moan, pressing back against him, desperate for more contact.

“That’s my good girl,” Mason purrs, his voice rough with desire.“So fucking perfect for me.”

His hands roam over my heated skin, soothing the sting.I shiver as his fingers trail lower, dipping between my thighs.

“So wet,” he groans.“Is this all for me, Meadow?”

“Yes,” I gasp, arching into his touch.“Only for you, Mason.Always for you.”

Mason positions himself behind me.“Hold on tight, baby.”

I hold on and he shows me exactly how much I am his.

twenty-one

Meadow

One Month Later

Life has come back to be as normal as possible.The girls and I have decided we are going to rent a cabin on the edge of town with a huge, heated pool and hot tub.

Elle is getting very close to her due date and this is something she can join in with us.Olivia, Ronny’s ole lady, also confirmed her attendance.

I even invited a few people from work.Sarah and I have become close friends and she mentioned inviting Nurse Jenny while I invited Dr.Ramirez.

She had been out of town recently for a family emergency, so she probably needs a girls’ night out.

I wave excitedly as bikes pull up into the cabin’s driveway, the roar of engines filling the air.One by one, the girls dismount, kissing their men goodbye before heading toward me with overnight bags in hand.

Sarah arrives in her own car, Nurse Jenny riding shotgun.They both look eager for a night of fun and relaxation.I’m glad Sarah felt comfortable inviting Jenny, she needs this break as much as any of us.

“Dr.Beckham!”Jenny calls out, waving enthusiastically.“Thanks so much for including me.This place looks amazing!”

I smile warmly at her.“Of course!And please, call me Meadow.We’re off the clock.”

As the last of the bikes rumble away, I do a mental headcount.Everyone’s here except…

“Sorry I’m late!”Dr.Ramirez’s voice rings out as she hurries up the path, suitcase in tow.“Traffic was a nightmare.”

“No worries,” I assure her.“We’re just getting started.Come on in, everyone!”

I lead the group inside, giving a quick tour of the spacious cabin.There are plenty of bedrooms for everyone to spread out, a fully stocked kitchen, and, of course, the main attractions: the huge, heated pool and the bubbling hot tub visible through the back windows.

“All right, ladies,” I announce once we’re all settled.“Swimsuits on and then meet me by the pool in fifteen.The party starts now!”

Excited chatter fills the air as everyone disperses to change.I head to my own room, slipping into the new bikini Mason insisted on buying me for the occasion.The deep blue fabric contrasts nicely with my skin tone, the cut accentuating my curves in all the right ways.

As I step out onto the back deck, I’m greeted by whoops and whistles from the girls already in the pool.

“Damn, Meadow!”Sarah calls out.“If I didn’t know any better, I’d think you were trying to make us all jealous!”

I laugh, striking a playful pose.“What can I say?My man has excellent taste.”

“In more ways than one,” Elle adds with a wink, lounging comfortably on a pool float.Her baby bump is proudly on display in a cute maternity swimsuit.

I grab a bottle of wine and some glasses before joining the others by the water.As I pour drinks—sparkling cider for Elle—a sense of contentment washes over me.This, being surrounded by friends, laughing and relaxing, is what we all needed.

“A toast,” I say, raising my glass.“To new beginnings, and to the strength of women who lift each other up.”

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