Page 38 of Why Not Me?

I had no idea until one of our evening walks just how much of an impact she’s had around the community. Now whenever I drive through town, I get to enjoy it more knowing the woman I love has made it the place I love to live.

Every part of this town that I’ve always thought is perfect came from Allie. It makes total sense, she’s had this hold on me from the moment I met her.

“I was thinking, we should get away this weekend. Take the critters with us and go camping or something. Blade has gotten better with his harness, I think he likes being able to go outside. You’ve been working so hard, you deserve a break.” Pulling out the pamphlet, I show her the idyllic campground I found that’s only two hours away.

There’s a stunning lake with a hiking trail that goes around the entire circumference. Along the trail is a gorgeous, sandy beach that’s secluded in a little cove, and since it’s a ten mile walk from the campground it tends not to get to busy.

Allie flips through the pamphlet, checking out the photos. The campsites all need to be hiked to, and are surrounded by gorgeous trees and shrubs, giving complete privacy from the other campers.

It’s perfect for a romantic weekend getaway.

“Landon, this place looks amazing. I’d love to go with you.” She pauses, glancing back down at the pamphlet. “You know, with the park now underway, things should be settling down at work. I’ve banked up quite a bit of vacation time. Maybe we can go for a week, instead of just a weekend.”

A smile spreads across my face. “You want to go on a week’s vacation with me?”

She shrugs her shoulders and bites back a grin. “I mean, I guess that would be fun. You’re all right.”

“You’re pretty ‘all right’ yourself.” I smirk and wink at her.

We finish eating and then clear the table together. It’s incredibly domestic, something I’ve never had before. Melissa and I never ate together. Even though she seemed determined to make things work with us, we hardly spent any time together. It falls on both of us, I was only invested in the relationship because of what I lost, and she was only invested in it because she liked the way we looked together.

That’s what makes me appreciate every moment with Allie, even the seemingly mundane ones. They’re what’s been missing in my life. It’s not the huge events that make a life, it’s the compilation of the small moments, the moments that are often overlooked.

I don’t want to take any moment with Allie for granted, you never know when they will be stolen from you.

The dishes washed and a fresh pot of coffee percolating, I fold Allie into my arms and kiss her softly, loving the way she fits right into me.

“Let me know when you can book your vacation days and I’ll arrange everything else. In the meantime—” I bend down and throw her over my shoulder. She screams, her hands pressing into my lower back to push herself up a bit.

I stalk to her bedroom and gently toss her on the bed, my lips crashing against hers. Grinding into her, I groan as she deepens the kiss and wraps her legs around my waist.

Allie tips her chin back as I bury my face into her neck, kissing and licking my way down to her collarbone. She runs a hand through my hair, cupping the back of my neck.

Capturing her lips with mine again, I revel in the way she tastes. The softness of her lips against mine as we savor each other.

Allie sighs when her cell rings. Rolling off her, I smirk as she smooths her hair before answering. She sighs when she hears who is on the other line. Covering the mouthpiece she says, “Why don’t we pick this up in the shower? I’ll make this quick. I promise.”

She walks out into the hallway, irritation heavy in her tone.

Instead of a shower, I turn the faucet on the tub. Once the temperature is perfect, I dig below her cabinets until I find her bath salts. Sprinkling them in, I check the temperature before putting the finishing touch and lighting candles.

Stripping down, I climb into the tub and wait for Allie. If you would have asked me a year ago where I’d be now, I never would have thought it would be here. Chewing on my lip, I find Brendan absorbing my thoughts as I hear Allie’s voice muffled through the door.

He’s the one topic we don’t touch. I know Allie misses him, but she feels guilty about missing him because she feels like it’s a betrayal to me. If I’m honest, I don’t know how I feel. I know that she doesn’t want to be with him, but a part of me doesn’t know if they can transition into being strictly friends.

Sliding down, I sink under the water. I guess it’s a non-issue, I doubt either of them are willing to deal with the discomfort of that situation—again—but I feel bad knowing that out of everything she’s given up to be with me, she lost her best friend.

Sitting up, I run my hands through my hair and shake off these thoughts. Life is messy, and I believe Allie and I are prepared to handle the messy bits.

When the door creaks open, my mouth dries as I see Allie lean against the doorframe. Completely naked. She’s stunning, her skin silky and smooth. Her curves flowing in a soft, feminine way that I can’t get enough of.

Her hips sway enticingly as she crosses the room, her long legs teasing me as she climbs into the tub and straddles me.

“Now, where were we?” Her voice loses the edge it held earlier, lowering into a seductive tone.

She reaches into the water, fisting my cock. My eyes practically roll back in my head as she sinks down over me. Allie rides me, our lips locked. Every part of us is touching, my arms holding her close because I don’t feel like we’re close enough still.

Reaching down, I circle my thumb over her clit when I feel her begin to clench around me. She leans back, her hands on my shoulders as she rocks faster. Her breath quickens as her release rocks through her body. Her pussy grips me like a vice, ripping my own orgasm from me.

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