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I let out a large breath of air and picked up my brush, taking it to the ends of my hair. He stood there still, covering his eyes like a child.
“Josh, it’s a bra and panties. Stop making this weird.”
“The effect is differentbecauseyou’re in a bra and panties.”
So maybe you should do something about that, huh?
Reaching up at his fingers, I pry his hand down from his face, smiling politely before continuing to brush my hair. There’s no sense in pretending I didn’tlikehim seeing me like this.
I might make a comment or two about him staring, but you have to tease a man, always, or it’s no fun.
“I was looking for you actually…” he nearly mumbles his words.
“What for?” I listen.
“After yesterday—are you okay? We can’t act like that didn’t happen.” he takes a few steps closer to me, putting my brushing to a slow halt.
“I’m fine.” I shrug.
I can’t change what happened.
“Well, do you still want to go to the lake? I kind of waited for you,” he says, becoming flushed as he fights to not lower his gaze from my face. I wasn’t sure…” He removes his hat, 195
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rushing a hand through the thick, chocolate locks.
“Yes.” I succumb to a small giggle.
His lips curl to the side to form his famous charming half-smile. He then raises his thumb to my cheek, tracing it quickly and subtly, his hand leaving before I can enjoy the feeling.
“Thanks for being such a superhero.”
“I’m only ever gonna go out of my way for you.”
He shakes his head shamelessly. Why is he so good? It’s surreal.
“And besides, you think I’m letting a few cuts and bruises crampmystyle? Please, Joshua, have youmetme?”
He snickers, extra amused with that response. It dies down, meeting with his husky voice as he puts his hat on again.
“That’s my girl. I’m gonna wait outside.”
He bats one of his eyelids, winking at me as he secures his hat on his head, leaving me alone again.
Next mission: get another kiss.
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Waterfalls are one of the most beautiful aspects of nature that could exist. The way the water falls, and how it looks. The way they’re all usually not the same color, and the water never falls the same. They’re all different and have a specific kind of uniqueness that takes a real nature lover to notice, let alone admire. I wanted to take my time and change into my bathing suit. I was more intrigued with the thought of enjoying all of this alone with you know who.
Darcy and Nick seemed to be having fun in their own strange and questionable ways. Nick was so far up John’s ass you could barely see his feet, and Darcy was in heat at the sight of Josh, 196
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flaunting herself in front of him every time he came close to her. That was my cue to get the strawberry two-piece on and work my magic. To her knowledge, wearedating, and as far as I know, the election isn’t quite here yet.
There was a giant boulder nearby that was perfect for me to change behind. I took my swimwear and made a speedy exit, removing my shirt and bra first. Most of this momentum was coming from the mere fact that I know how badly she would love to get her disgusting fingers on Josh. It’s disturbing.
