Page 83 of Stepson

I glance up at Gabe, and as our eyes connect, his brows turn into a worried line. Is he afraid I might not sign them? He'd be crazy to think I wouldn't. I click the pen and sign as quickly as I can.

Once I sign the final spot, I let out a relieved breath and slide the papers over to Kurt. It’s finally over, and as soon as the judge approves these documents, I will no longer "belong" to Marcus Price.

"What's next?" Gabe asks.

Kurt puts the divorce documents in his briefcase and sits back as he smiles up at him. "Now we wait until my guy officially arrests Marcus and takes him to jail. I've already sent over our case against Marcus to the courts. The judge got back to me after a quick review and already gave me a date for the trial." He grins wider as he looks between us. "You'll be able to take Marcus down as early as Thursday."

My heart flutters in my chest. In just two days time, we can take Marcus down once and for all and move on with our lives. It’s the most freeing feeling I’ve ever felt, and I can't stop smiling.

Gabe places his hands on my shoulders while the room is silent. My eyes move to Stephanie and Maggie who are both smiling as well. It isn't just me gaining my freedom, but Maggie is as well. She has suffered under Marcus for many more years than me, and I can't wait to see her get her own justice as well.

"Until then, know that you're safe and go about your business. I've taken care of the Jeep debacle and you won't have any trouble driving it around." Kurt glances between Gabe and I again. "Go start your lives. I'll be in touch before Thursday." He packs up his things and leaves the room.

Silence stretches between all of us for several moments before Stephanie giggles.

"I'm so happy for all of you. I remember the day I got away from Marcus and it was the happiest day of my life."

Gabe goes to her and hugs her neck. "Thank you for everything, Mom."

Stephanie looks at me over Gabe’s shoulder and smiles warmly. I may not know the woman all that well yet, but I respect the hell out of her.

"It's the least I could do, Gabriel. Now go spend some quality time with your girl. I'll make sure Maggie gets home safely."

He releases his mother before he turns to me and holds out his hand. My heart nearly explodes at the sight of him. He’s the man I’ve always wanted and he’s finally within reach. I place my hand in his and squeeze, wondering where our lives will take us now.

After saying quick goodbyes to Stephanie and Maggie, we leave the hotel and get back in the famous Jeep. This is where everything started between us and where we'll pick it right back up.

"Where are you taking me?" I ask.

We haven't exactly talked about what we'd do when this was all over, and my anxious nerves are climbing back to the surface. Neither of us have any money or anywhere to go, and I know Gabe won't take me to the apartment Marcus made him get. He wants nothing to do with his father for good reason.

He squeezes my hand in his and smiles over at me. "There's a place not far from here that I loved as a kid. I'd like to share that with you."

I nod. "Okay."

Gabe drives us away from the hotel, and I feel more at ease than I have in weeks. We no longer have to worry about Marcus finding us, and we don't have to worry about crooked copspulling us over. For the first time ever, we’re allowed to just be together without any worries.

Part of me wonders if we’ll even make it without all of the excitement whirling around us. We've never been together without running from something or someone, but I have a feeling we'll be just fine.

After driving for what seems like an hour, Gabe finally pulls off in a park, but instead of staying in the designated area, he drives the Jeep through what looks like a hidden path through the trees. It winds up away from the park until it opens wide at the top. I can see for miles up here, and the lake below is so magical. It’s our own little space and not a soul is in sight.

"We haven't had much time alone, so I figured we could get to know each other a little better." Gabe winks over at me, nearly melting my heart. "I called in a few favors and booked this spot for us."

I giggle with excitement as I smile over at him. Even after everything we've been through, he’s still thinking about me. This is exactly what I need, and upon a quick glance in the back, I see he’s gotten everything for an impromptu camping trip.

"When did you have the time and money to get all of that?" I ask.

He shrugs. "I have my ways. Now stop thinking and come here."

He unbuckles my seat belt and has me straddling his lap in five seconds flat. I giggle as I stare down into his gorgeous face, noting how lucky I am to have him in my life all these years later.

My hands rest flat on his chest as his run down my back and cup my ass. I let out a small yelp when he lightly slaps me and grins.

"I've been dying to truly get you alone, Bentley."

One of his hands slides back up my spine before he grabs the back of my neck and pulls me forward. Our lips softly touch,teasing one another with gentle kisses before he sucks on my bottom lip, grinding me against his growing erection.

Excitement courses through me as I open my mouth and slide my tongue along his top lip. He moans against my lips before he plunges his tongue deep into my mouth. I moan too and taste his tongue with mine while my hips move in a perfect rhythm above him.

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