Page 54 of Deadly Lineage
Boone’s gasped chuckle lightened the heavy weight squatting on my chest. “Cockblocking? Really?”
“It’s probably a little early to go that far, but the sentiment’s valid.” I moved closer, taking a chance and sliding my fingers against the nape of Boone’s neck, pulling him toward me and tilting his head upward. Boone’s lips parted and his warm breath ghosted across my skin.
I stared into those stunning eyes and felt fear grip my heart. I could have easily lost this today. If it weren’t for Aurelia, Boone’s spectacular eyes might have been shuttered for good. That thought was wholly unacceptable. “You scared me today,” I said. “I don’t like people trying to break into your house and shooting at you.”
“I’m not fond of the thought myself.”
I grunted my agreement. “I really want to kiss you.”
“I don’t see anyone stopping you.”
I grinned and answered, “Neither do I,” before closing the distance and getting a taste of those stunning lips.
Chapter
Seventeen
Erasmus
Sweet Gaia, Franklin tasted like the perfect batch of sweet tea.No, he was better than that. Nothing matched the feel of his rough lips. They weren’t soft and supple—they were firm and commanding. Franklin kissed like he meant it, like there were no second thoughts, like I was the very last man he ever wanted his lips to touch.
I couldn’t say when my arms moved, but I suddenly found my fingers fisted within the back of his shirt, gripping and clinging for dear life.
My lips parted and Franklin’s tongue immediately dove inside. The intrusion was welcome, and I melded closer to him. Chest to chest, my legs parted enough for Franklin to move a thigh between them. I groaned deep when his muscled thigh teased my hardened length. Before that moment, I’d never dreamed I could cum just from a kiss and a clothed cock rub.
I pulled away, gasping for breath but ready to dive right back in when the sound of my momma’s car horn physically pushed me away. The glare of her lights quickly followed, nearly blinding me.
“Shit,” Franklin and I swore in unison.
Throwing my hand over my eyes, I prayed Momma would turn off her headlights. Thankfully, Gaia heard my call and soon we were left in blissful night—not that my eyes followed suit as quickly.
Momma’s car door slammed closed before I heard her yell, “Erasmus, thank God you’re all right.” Momma ran up the short drive and threw her arms around me, hugging me almost tight enough to suffocate.
“Momma…c-can’t b-brea—”
“Oh!” She immediately relaxed her grip but didn’t release me. Instead, she pulled back enough to keep her hands on my wrists, but far enough away to run her eyes up and down my body, scanning me for injury.
“I told you, I’m fine,” I protested. Franklin stood behind us and off to the side. Momma had completely pushed him out of the way, and he wore a bemused expression that indicated he had no idea how he’d been so easily displaced by a woman half his size.
“Hush. I know what you said, but I need to get my eyes on you and see for myself.” Momma’s fingers carded through my bangs, pushing them away from my forehead. “Are you really unharmed?”
“I’m sure there will be a bruise or seven, but nothing that won’t heal.”
“Promise?”
“Promise.”
Momma rested a hand over her heart, all her bravado leeching out as relief settled in. “I need to call your father and thank him again. I thought his wards were over-the-top, but I’m reconsidering.”
Franklin cleared his throat as he shifted his stance. I could just make out the outline of his thickened cock, but doubted Momma would notice given the nighttime hour. As for my dick—Momma’s car pulling in the drive along with its accompanying honk had deflated my arousal.
“Mrs. Boone,” Franklin started. “Your son was thoroughly checked out by medics. He’s telling you the truth.”
Momma whirled, turning on Franklin with startled eyes and a surprised gasp. “Oh. I’m sorry. I saw Erasmus with someone when I pulled in but I’m afraid I forgot all about that. I should have introduced myself properly.”
My heart melted when Franklin smiled at Momma. “No apologies needed.” Holding out his hand, Franklin said, “I’m Detective Franklin O’Hare, ma’am. I was with Boone this afternoon.”
Momma’s eyes lit from within and a huge grin split her face. “Detective O’Hare. Meeting you is a true pleasure. Erasmus has told me so much about you.” Momma took Franklin’s hand and gave it a good shake. “I didn’t mean to interrupt police business.”
