Page 24 of Maddox: Wild Alaska
"The water is delightful and just what I need." Of course, my mind wanders to Maddox, and I wonder what it would feel like to be in here alone with him. My skin tingles at the thought—not to mention, my nipples throb into hard buds.
Hearing disgruntled muttering, I open my eyes and see Samantha looking at Judean as she climbs into the tub.
“Judean, what are you wearing? You have too much weight to carry that off. It's not flattering on you at all."
Judean pauses with one leg in the tub. My brows must have shot up into my hairline at the cold, harsh words. I've never known anyone to be so hateful to another person.
"What the hell?" I finally hiss. "There's nothing wrong with Judean." I stand as Judean pulls away from the tub. "I can't say the same about you!" I snap at Richard’s sister.
I shiver on the deck, but I ignore it as I hurry to put my flip-flops on and grab the cover-up. I set off the way Judean bolted. I'm furious at Samantha's cold-heartedness. What the hell is her problem? Her mother is just as cold and evil. Why didn't I ever stand up for myself back home? Ugh! I know why. Being out here in this beautiful place and meeting Maddox has truly opened my eyes. I've changed in the short time I've been here. The fact that I'm relieved not to be here with Richard says it all.
I slow down and realize that I have no idea where Judean ran off to. Once my heart slows, I hear sniffles. They're coming from the path that leads to the family cabins. I quickly move in that direction and find Judean sniffling into Maddox's chest. A quick wave of jealousy hits me, but I shake it off. There's no reason for that here. He spots me and his eyes plead for help while cooing to an upset Judean.
I place a gentle hand on Judean's back. "Judean, she's a bitch. Please don't believe what she said."
She lifts her tear-stained face, and I find myself pulled into her and Maddox. "I've never had a threesome before," I joke, trying to lighten the mood.
Maddox catches my gaze and raises an eyebrow. I smirk and shake my head. My attention turns to Judean, who chuckles. "She's jealous of you. You have gorgeous curves, while she's stick thin with a horrible personality." I waggle my brows. "And let's not forget how the very sexy Colton Hawke is trying to get into your pants."
"Oh my God," Judean says, hiding her face in her hands and laughing.
Maddox glares. "You called my brother sexy!"
I roll my eyes. “You Hawke men are gorgeous, so get over yourself." I pat him on the chest. "You're the only one I imagine naked, if that makes you feel better."
“Can you not dirty talk your man while I’m within earshot?” Judean sighs and lets out a loud puff of air. "I always let her get to me. I was really looking forward to a soak."
“I have a hot tub on the back deck that you can both use.”
We turn to look at Maddox. My face lights up with excitement. “Are you sure you don’t mind?”
"You could join us, too," Judean suggests.
My face heats as I remember my recent thoughts about Maddox and me in a hot tub.
He catches my gaze. "I'm not sure that's a good idea." He chuckles, captures my hand, and then grabs hold of Judean's. He leads us through the kissing trees and out to the area where the family cabins are. I glance at Judean, who looks delighted at the sight. Maddox clears his throat and says, "In case you're wondering, Colton lives in the cabin with the yellow Yamaha parked outside. He rides in the forests and on dirt tracks."
"Is that so?" I say, though Judean stays silent, her eyes linger in that direction. I nudge her and smirk. She rolls her red, swollen eyes.
There was no need for Samantha to treat Judean the way she did. The more I think about it, the more I wonder if what I said is true—that Samantha is jealous of Judean. I mean, my friend has a great body, with dips and curves. I'd love to have her breasts for starters.
Inside Maddox's home, he squeezes my hand before releasing me and striding toward the glass doors leading to the deck. He slides them open. "Here you go, ladies. Total privacy with an awesome view." He looks out toward the mountains while I take in his towering form. My heart kicks into overdrive at the sight of this delicious man. "I agree," I say huskily, meeting his gaze. "The view is awesome." I smile as a slight blush coats his cheekbones. That's a surprise.
Judean clears her throat. "Is it okay to get in?"
"It is." Ever the gentleman, he holds out his hand to help Judean climb in. Turning to me, his eyes darken as they rove over my bikini-clad body. He doesn't offer me his hand. Instead, he wraps an arm around my waist and clamps a hand on my hip.
By the time I get into the hot tub, I'm sure my face is as hot as my body. I avoid Judean's knowing look and turn to Maddox. "Thank you for this. It's kind of you."
He snorts. "What guy wouldn't want two hot women in his hot tub?"
"Hot women!" Colton shouts.
My gaze shoots to Judean, who frantically tries to hide her face.
"Bro, are you holding out on me?" Colton appears in the doorway. Maddox puts a hand on Colton's chest to keep him from coming out to the deck.
"Don't you ever knock?" Maddox grouches.
