Page 31 of The Secrets We Keep

“Umm... sure what is it?”

“That jerk didn’t assault you in other ways did he?”

Landon’s question takes me off guard, but the fury I see in his eyes tells me he needs to know.

“No, not at all. I didn’t stick around long enough. I got the hell out of my office and never looked back.”

“Good, I don’t want anyone touching you. You are mine. That’s if you still want me.”

“Yes.” I don’t even hesitate.

I know for a fact I want Landon Miller.

By the time we make it through the park the sun has begun to dip behind the trees. The orange and pink glows across the sky are breathtaking. We walk a short distance and find a little restaurant.

Dinner is quiet, though I know we both need to process what we’ve just confessed to each other. Landon still wants me. I wasn’t sure he would after hearing why I left my life behind and how I kept secrets from him. I’m glad he’s here sitting across from me. It gives me a little hope and goodness knows I could sure use some.

Pointing to my sleek, black car, “This is me.” My car really is hot. I’m so glad I let Landon talk me into upgrading.

“Where do we go from here? Is there an us? I want there to be an us.” Landon asks as he casually leans on the hood of my car, crossing his feet. He looks at me, expecting an answer.

I knew this was coming, though still unprepared for it. An uneasy feeling settles in the pit of my stomach and I don’t know why. We’ve laid the secrets out on the table, except for my thoughts on leaving town. Maybe it’s the fear of packing and running away that has my stomach in knots. I quickly squish the thought.

“I’m not sure. I want there to be an us but I’m scared and I’ve got so much on my plate now.”

I’m trying to be as honest as I can be. I really enjoy being with him and he makes me feel things I’ve never felt. Nevertheless, if I leave I lose him and I won’t feel anything. I’d also be safe from Chet finding me. It’s a war in my head right now.

“Evie, I have fallen for you. You know that already. My feelings haven’t changed.”

Landon reaches out and pulls me to him, his lips now inches from mine. He’s so close I can feel his breath tingle against my lips. Closing my eyes I let my body take over and I lean in towards his face. The minute our lips touch I feel it. The electricity. The sparks shoot off without warning. I want more. Deepening the kiss, I close the distance between us and press my body against his. I fist my hands through his hair and can feel his erection forming through his jeans. Fuck! I want him. My need for him is building just by grinding against him.

“Mmm… I’ve missed you.” Landon mumbles on my lips.

His hands have found the back of my neck and my face. His touch feels so good and I’m lost in the moment. All too soon he pulls back some, cupping my cheek, “If we’re going to keep this up we need to take it somewhere private, before I lose control and take you right here.”

Just the thought of him taking me right here sends chills down my spine and makes me ache with desire. I rub his cock with the palm of my hand and he pulls back more.

“Evie,” Landon’s deep voice warns, “Are you testing me?”

I smile up at him while biting my lip. His stare is intense and I swear his eyes darken as he looks at me through hooded eyes. I take a step towards him, challenging. I can see the tic in his jaw and I know I’m getting to him. I love that I have the same effect on him as he does me. I go to palm his cock again, but he grabs my wrist fast and pulls me into him. Instantly feeling his erection causes me to moan.

Landon whispers in my ear, “As much as I’d love to take you right here, right now, I don’t want to risk someone seeing you. I prefer to keep you to myself.”

Well… hot damn. If I wasn’t turned on before I certainly am now. I say nothing, just shake my head in agreement. Landon is rigid as he opens my door. “Follow me to my place.”

It sounds more like a demand. One I’ll gladly oblige too.

“Okay.”

It’s going to be a long, torturous ride alone back to his house.

Landon is already outside of my car as I put it in park. Pulling the door open he practically yanks me out and pushes me against the back door. His mouth is on mine before I can even blink. Landon’s strong arms are wrapped around me, cocoon like and I notice he is still hard. I let my hands roam all over his back before moving to his solid chest. I pinch one of his nipples which causes him to bite on my lip.

“Two can play this game baby.”

I’m new at this game and type of play however, I’m more than willing to learn. I smirk and pinch his other nipple. Landon moans into my mouth and it sends shockwaves straight down to my core. I can feel the wetness. He must know what he is doing to me because he moves his hands down to my jeans and quickly unbuttons them. His hand slides into my panties with little effort. His touch alone causes me to moan and throw my head back. This gives him the perfect angle of my neck and he takes full advantage of it. Sucking and nipping all along my neck and collarbone as his fingers are pumping in and out of me. It is too much.

“So wet for me.”

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