Page 46 of In Too Deep

Kyle grabs a hose and pulls a lever. A stream of liquid shoots skyward, but halfway up, it transforms—igniting into a cascade of flames. Gasps ripple through the crowd, the awe palpable even through the screen.

The fiery stream arcs magnificently before striking the Cauldron, igniting the Olympic Flame in a blaze of glory. The crowd erupts into cheers, the stadium alive with wonder.

I blink, amazed. Technology has come so far, blending creativity and innovation into a moment that feels nothing short of magical.

Everyone cheers—the Olympics have arrived.

This is actually happening.

I’m here, and tomorrow, I will start my race for gold.

The energy surging from Coby’s hand is making my stomach flutter. My spine is tingling, and my heart is pounding. My mind races to all the possibilities that could happen over the days that we’re here, and my temperature spikes as I flush. My breathing hitches as his thumb continues to graze over my clammy skin. This is becoming a little too much energy overload. The chemistry oozing between us is buzzing, and as they start the march of the athletes on the screen, I can’t stand the sizzling anymore. So I pull my hand from Coby’s and stand. I mouth,bathroom, and Coby tilts his head as I dash off. Bursting inside, I slam the door behind me with a resounding bang, desperate for water.

I need to cool down.

I’m boiling hot, and it’s all because of Coby.

Thoughts afriendshouldn’t be having.

Moving to the sink, I force on the cold water tap and splash the liquid on my face as I lean over the sink. The refreshing coolness hits my skin, and it eases the heat slightly as I take in deep breaths while trying to regain some strength. I run the water up my arms and close my eyes, just breathing.

“Get a grip, Lacy!” I murmur to myself.

Opening my eyes, I grab some paper towel and dry myself off, throw it in the bin, and take one last breath before heading back out. As I exit the bathroom, I note Coby waiting in the hall, and I break out into goose bumps.

Shit!

My breaths come fast as he inspects me.

He furrows his brows. “Are you okay?”

“Fine.” It comes out at a higher pitch than I meant it to.Geez, get a grip, girl!

He steps closer, and I step backward. I hit the wall. He zeroes in, placing his hands on either side of my face. I stutter as he gazes upon my lips and inches closer. That spark fires off in every direction, and everything tells me to lean forward, but I have one thought.Focus.

“I’ve missed you,” he murmurs, still staring at my lips.

My breathing hitches as his body connects with mine, and I gasp. His hard muscles push against me, stirring something much larger than I like inside me. “Coby… we have to keep focused. You have a possible final tomorrow.”

He smirks. “I only need one thing for good luck.”

“What’s that?” I whisper as he inches closer and closer.

“The taste of your lips.” He crashes his lips to mine, pressing his body into me firmly. It’severything.

I run my fingers through his hair as his tongue syncs with mine.My heart flutters, and my body tingles as I hear fireworks going off at Olympic Stadium. Or is that inside my head?

Coby grinds his hips into me as he kisses me passionately against the wall. This is what’s been missing from my life—Coby kissing me.Why did I stop this from happening?I run my hands through his hair and pull him to me as he fingers the back of my top. His warm skin sets my back on fire. Instinctively, I wrap my leg around him while he pushes his hips in closer, grinding his erection against my pussy.

I moan. Our tongues go rogue, kissing frantically. I don’t even care who’s around. I’m losing myself in him. I’ve never been more right about anything in my life.

“Ahem…” Someone clears their throat, making me pull back. Coby turns to the side, and I drop my leg in embarrassment. I catch Addison gawking at us. We pull apart completely while Addi bites her lip and walks past us to the bathroom door.

“Sorry.” She rushes through.

Coby starts to chuckle, rearranging his cock in his pants.

“That’s not funny. We can get in trouble if she says anything,” I scold.

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