Page 123 of No Regrets

She pushed his shirt up and he raised his arms, letting her strip it off him.

“Are you sure?”

“Yes, I’m sure, now quit talking and kiss me.”

He didn’t need to be told twice. He kissed her with so much passion and love he thought his heart might burst. Her hands on his naked chest sent ripples of heat rocketing to his balls. This was going to be over way too quickly if he didn’t get himself under control.

He slid her shirt up, exposing her beautiful breasts. He eased the shirt over her head, and then moved her back until she was up against the bed.

“Lay down.”

She shimmied up the bed and propped herself up on her elbows. Holding her gaze, he climbed on the bed, leaning on one arm and taking care not to pin her down. He kissed her neck and her shoulders, moving his right hand teasingly over her breasts, lightly pinching the erect buds.

“Dex, please.” Her hands in his hair guided his head down. He obliged, taking one nipple in his mouth, sucking hard. Her answering moan bounced off the walls and she arched into him, signaling she wanted more. Moving to her other breast, he lazily licked, tasting her. He moved his right hand lower, over her hip, along her thigh, and then back up the inside. Feeling the heat coming off her sex, he left her breasts and kissed his way lower, down over her abdomen, positioning himself between her legs. Quickly he removed her jeans, tracing along the outline of her panties with his fingertips. He lowered his head, tasting her inner thighs and dancing against the soft warm skin. Softly he grazed over the scars there. Erection throbbing now, to the point of being painful, he was desperate to be inside her, but he wasn’t done yet. His fingers stroked over her sex. Fuck. A growl escaped him. She was so wet.

“Oh God, Dex!”

He looked up to see her watching him through heavy-lidded eyes, dark with desire and want. Oh yeah, this time he was getting it right. Hooking a finger in either side of her black panties, he pulled them down and eased them off her legs and threw them off the bed. Nudging her thighs apart, he positioned his mouth just inches from her folds. The scent of her arousal filled him, and his heart threatened to explode out of his chest. Softly he kissed his lips to her red-hot flesh. Her body jerked at the touch and a cry escaped her lips. Hands firmly on her hips and gently holding her, he stroked his tongue over her folds. She gripped the sheets and her body trembled beneath him.

Encouraged by her small moans, he licked over her labia. Oh man, she tasted so fucking good. He drew his tongue back up, this time pausing before thrusting it inside her. He pushed in and out, the feel and taste of her warm flesh almost sent him to heaven. Her pelvis rocked against him, signaling her need. Moving one hand from her hip, he moved his tongue over her clit and slid two fingers inside. Immediately her muscles clenched around him, and he groaned. Licking her clit, he moved his fingers in and out as her body moved more restlessly. He wanted her to enjoy every single moment, to lose herself completely, filled with only thoughts about him and how good she felt right now in this moment.

Increasing his speed, he applied a little more pressure and felt the waves start. Her hands slid back into his hair and her core clenched even harder around his fingers. Her body pulsing, she let go and cried out his name. Her fingernails dug into his scalp as her orgasm rippled through her.

He withdrew his fingers slowly as her body relaxed. Moving back up, he placed the tip of his erection at her opening. She wrapped her legs around him, and with her hand soft at the nape of his neck, pulled him down into a long, sensual, mouthwatering kiss.

“I need you inside me now.” she breathed.

Her voice was husky and so goddamn sexy, he couldn’t wait any longer. Slowly he entered her, ecstasy flowing through him as his cock met her wet, warm, softness. He rocked back, then pushed deeper, pausing to let her adjust to him, conscious it had been months. Despite what she said, she had to be a little nervous. He kissed her gently, barely moving. Gradually her walls relaxed around him. Ever so slowly, he pulled back then pushed a little deeper. Goddamn, it was pure sweet torture of the best possible kind.

By the time he was fully inside her, he couldn’t see straight. She was rocking against him now, forcing him even deeper. The sound of flesh slapping against flesh filled his ears. He growled and pulled back before thrusting even harder inside her. She gasped and he studied her face, checking for any hint of discomfort, fear or hesitation. There was none.

“Yes, God, yes!” Kelly gripped his shoulders, and he stared deep into her eyes. His body was so sensitive, every nerve ending on fire at her touch. He was getting close. Slowly something changed. He sensed her body stiffening. He stilled.

“Babe? What is it?” Shit, something was wrong. He began to pull out, but she clutched him, shaking her head.

“No. Don’t. I’m OK.” She rocked against him, as if to prove everything was fine.

“Kelly, I...” He was cut off when she dragged his mouth to hers, kissing him hard. His cock did a little party dance in relief, needing its release.

Seconds later, Dex threw his head back as his own orgasm exploded inside her. His eyes met hers and the emotion he saw there took his breath away. Holy shit. Dex shifted, bringing his forearms back to either side of her head while he brushed his lips against hers in a tender, loving kiss.

“You OK?”

She smiled. “Yes. You?”

“Me? I’m fucking amazing.” He chuckled, then added, “You had me worried there for a minute.”

“It was a brief thought.” She cradled his face. “And it passed. So thank you, that was perfect.” She leaned up to kiss him. He returned the passionate, hot kiss with equal force.

Kelly snuggled against his chest. They lay in silence. Dex was content to have Kelly in his arms. When she fell asleep, he lay watching her, flooded again with that primal urge to protect her. He’d taken what they’d had for granted before, too wrapped up in work. Not anymore. Today had made him realize even more how short life could be, how everything can change in an instant. His work was a big part of his life, and it meant a lot to him, but he would find a balance. He squeezed her tighter against him, grateful for this second chance.

These past few weeks had taken their toll. His father’s funeral, ops, the threats, Kelly, and now finding out his father was murdered. Jesus, he was only human. The only good thing was the woman in his arms. He was supposed to be supporting her, but now she was the one helping him. He was so damn grateful she was here, even when she was still battling so many of her own demons. This woman was much stronger than she gave herself credit. He kissed the top of her head, his heart swelling with love. He was never going to let her go. As macho as it sounded, he wanted to claim her. Wanted her to know that she was it for him. No matter what had happened or what would happen, he would always be there, he would always love her. He should have done it long before now.

KELLY STIRRED IN DEX’S arms, turning to look at him. He smiled and kissed the tip of her nose.

“Nice nap?”

“Mmmmmm.”

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