Page 31 of Wanting Alex

Declan’s laugher had me looking for him only to find him in the midst of his own battle with Gavin, Grace, and Matt.

I spared a second to take in the scene around me.There was laughter, fun, and love all around. The house staff were making their way over to join in the games. The woman I wanted to be with forever was happy and fitting in with our crew. Warmth spread through me as the hope that this could really work took root.

I grunted as a snowball hit me square in the chest. Deciding to seek revenge, I looked around to see who threw it. Alex and Grace quickly pointed accusing fingers at Gavin.

I laughed and returned fire.The snowball fight lasted a good solid thirty minutes before everyone was huffing and puffing and ready to go inside.Snow had soaked the outer layers and was slowly seeping in and chilling my skin.

“Why don’t we all do a light shovel to get ourselves to the houses, shower, and warm up, then meet in the dining hall for lunch?” I asked, leaning against the barn. It was a little after noon, and we could all use a good meal.

I looked at Jessie to confirm. She nodded. I knew she could handle it.

With the three of us, plus the house staff, we were able to get the path to the front door of the main house done in record time. While some stayed outside to finish the driveway, Declan and I led Alex upstairs and into my bathroom.

I turned on the shower and adjusted the temperature while Declan peeled layer after layer off of Alex.

Alex reached to redo her hair, but I stopped her. I knew she wouldn’t want to get it wet and then go outside again. Taking the hair tie from her, I gathered her fiery curls in my hands and pulled them through the tie. Twisting and locking it in place the way I’d seen many do it before.

Declan removed her glasses before helping her into the stall.

The stone shower sunk into the floor about a step but wasn’t enclosed. There was a shelf I could step behind for privacy, but with the three showerheads, anyone could stand anywhere in the shower and get clean. I had only turned on the one head—the lowest—and had a spray of water already coming out of the wall. It felt good on my muscles after a long day’s work.

This time, it was perfect to just warm our bodies up. Later, I wanted to soak in the large tub, preferably with Alex.

Just because I didn’t want to get her hair wet, didn’t mean I couldn’t get mine. I sank to my knees in front of her and feasted on her delicious pussy. It had been a dream to wake up with her next to me and dive between her legs to encourage her to rise and shine.

Her hands twisted in my hair, and my name fell from her perfect lips.

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As I expected,Jessie rose to the challenge. She had grilled cheese sandwiches and steaming tomato bisque soup waiting for everyone when we all arrived. It hadn’t surprised me we were the last ones there. Dec and I had to make sure Alex was warmed up and had at least three orgasms before we returned to the dining hall.

Word had spread about there being a hot meal, and more people trickled in. After being holed up in the house, Alex was more than eager to chat with the other women on the ranch.

“I can’t wait to go out for a ride in this beautiful snow.” Grace bounced in her seat.

“Me too. Alex, do you want to join us?” Blake turned toward her.

“Um, to be honest, I’m really not that good of a rider.” The corner of her mouth ticked, but a sadness flashed in her eyes.

“It’ll be an easy ride, I promise.” Grace whined.

I chuckled to myself. Grace was the newest member on the ranch, but no one would have guessed it’d only been a few months since she joined the team.

“I’m not even sure I remember how to ride.”

“How long has it been since you rode?” Blake asked at the same time as Grace said, “It’s like riding a bike.”

I shook my head. I loved they were trying to get Alex involved, but I couldn’t tell if she was being honest, or if she was just trying to get out of riding with them.

“High school maybe,” Alex’s face scrunched, and I swore I heard jaws hitting the floor.

“No way,” Blake cried out. “Well then, we’ll just have to fix that. Meet us tomorrow in the indoor arena at ten.”

Alex looked at me.

Was she asking for permission?

I nodded. I would love to see her on a horse.

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