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Jas doesn’t need to know I had planned on leaving later this afternoon. I guess it’s one of the perks of having my own transport, I can change my travel plans at will. Unfortunately, I do have to leave tomorrow morning as I have an important meeting with a new client in Miami that afternoon.
Jas’s brow furrows as she thinks through my suggestion. Damn, I thought she would be a little more eager.
Clearing her throat, she admits, “I still think this isn’t going to be a good idea.”
“I believe you mentioned something like that earlier, but I feel I should point out, we still had fun. What about we meet atourbeach hut on the other side of the island, say at two o’clock this afternoon. We can have another snorkel, close to shore this time, then take it from there.”
“It’s a tempting offer, let me think about it,” she tells me, and the sexy smile pulling at the corners of her mouth gives me hope.
Taking hold of her hand, I pull her gently toward me and say, “Sure, and maybe this will help you think about it …” I then seal my lips to hers in a deep kiss.
A kiss that might end up being the last one we share.
Chapter 15
Jasmine
AsIwalkbackto my bungalow, my heart is still racing from Scott’s kiss. I touch my fingers to my still tingling lips. He certainly gave me something to think about.
Every step of the way, I toss around the idea of seeing Scott this afternoon. I know if I meet him this afternoon this thing between us won’t end up being a one-time thing. Instead, it will turn into a two-time thing or maybe just a vacation fling. Either way it’s becoming obvious I can’t resist the man, especially now I know the wonderful things he can do to my body.
I let myself back into my bungalow quietly, hoping not to disturb Lily as it’s still early. But any chance of sneaking past her is quickly dashed as she sits on the end of her bed, watching me with eyes wide open and a broad grin stretching across her mouth.
Damn.
“And what time do you call this, missy?” she jokes in her best imitation of my mom’s voice.
Laughing along with her, I respond, “Happy I got laid time.”
There is no way I’m going to pretend to regret what was the best sex in a long time, maybe ever. And there’s no way I’m going to hold back the juicy news from my friend.
“Ooh, tell me more, tell me more.”
“Of course. But can we do it over breakfast? I’m starving. Give me a few minutes to change then we can go.”
“Yes, I didn’t want to mention the interesting outfit you’re wearing. I mean, hey, this may be your new style, oversized T-shirt and guy shorts,” she jokes. “Not sure it’s going to catch on though.”
“Well, it was certainly better than wearing my bridesmaid dress, which would have been a little embarrassing if I’d run into any other guests.” Grabbing a bikini and dress, I go into the bathroom to change quickly.
Lily shouts through the door, “I’ll text Trudy to meet us at the pool in ten minutes. I’m sure she’s dying to hear about your night too.”
Mention of Trudy reminds me to ask Lily through the bathroom door, “Is Trudy okay? She seems a bit down since she arrived. You know she’s usually the life of the party, but yesterday she was so quiet, definitely not her usual self.”
Walking back into the bedroom, I pick up my sunglasses, pop them on my head, and throw sun lotion into my beach bag.
“Maybe weddings aren’t her thing. You know how she’s always saying she’s never going to get married,” Lily reminds me as she gets her beach things together.
“I guess, and I’m sure she’ll mention if there’s anything wrong.” I fling my bag over my shoulder and I’m ready to go. “Come on, let’s get some food.”
As Lily and I stroll along the gravel path toward the pool area, she asks, “Now just so we’re clear on who made you happy, it was Scott, wasn’t it?”
“Of course, it was,” I reply, slapping her arm playfully.
Holding up her hand, Lily teases, “Hey, I was only asking because last I heard, you thought he was cocky and arrogant.”
“Well, he is still cocky and arrogant … but I kind of like his brand of cocky, now I know he has some hidden talents.” It’s hard to keep the smile off my face this morning as I talk about Scott.
I slip my sunglasses over my eyes to block out the already bright morning sun then hook my arm through hers as we stroll along the meandering path. “Wow, hidden talents. As I said before, tell me more.”
