Total pages in book: 17
Estimated words: 16286 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 81(@200wpm)___ 65(@250wpm)___ 54(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 16286 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 81(@200wpm)___ 65(@250wpm)___ 54(@300wpm)
It was on the tip of her tongue to say she was busy and she had to work. Pressing her lips together, she smiled. “Yeah, I’d love to.”
He nodded. “How hard was that?”
“Really hard?”
“It will get easier.”
“I’m used to just doing everything else.” She shrugged. “I’m going to start doing that. Taking a break. Making sure I make my life easier.”
“Good. You’ve got me and I will take care of you, Meghan.”
“I’m not used to it,” she said.
“I’ll make sure you get used to it.”
She had so many other questions but she really didn’t want to spoil breakfast by asking them. There was no need to ask about the sleeping arrangements or where they were going when she had to go back to her apartment. Just the thought of her lonely space back in the city was almost too much for her to bear.
Pushing it all to the back of her mind, she planned to deal with it when the time forced her to. For now, she was only going to focus on enjoying the now. Everything else would fall into place, and she wouldn’t worry.
****
Mount didn’t know where all his words came from.
Seeing her nervous and knowing she was struggling, he wanted to put her at ease. The truth was he didn’t want to let her go, and he’d lied to her. No woman had ever gotten such a strong and instant attraction from him, but she was different. He knew that, and there was no point in hiding it.
She was special.
Running a hand down his face, he tried to clear his thoughts. One taste, even a second, was never going to be enough.
Was there even a chance she would consider life here with him? Was he just hoping for stuff that was never going to happen?
He didn’t dwell on what could or couldn’t be, and instead, just thought about checking on the house.
Snow had fallen thick and fast overnight, which explained the sudden power outage. He’d found them both a pair of boots and he’d given her a pair of his socks to help ward off the cold. She was also wrapped in a shirt, sweater, jacket, and one of his jackets, a scarf, gloves, and hat. He was surprised she could move, but she looked so sweet.
“It has been so long since I’ve been in the snow.”
Right in front of him, he watched as she jumped up and down and then kicked out some snow toward his dogs. They were enjoying it as well, doing exactly the same as her. When they had enough, they’d make their way inside and go toward the log fire he’d already set up.
The house was warm, and the electric was back on, which was a blessing. There was another storm heading their way, but the house looked in perfect condition. He didn’t need to chop any more wood.
Mount stood, watching as she laughed, danced, and threw around some snow with her feet. She bent down, grabbed a handful, and winked at him. “I hope you’re ready.”
“You really want to do this?” Before he’d even finished, she threw the snowball, giving a giggle as it landed on his chest. He did no more than scoop some more up and as he threw it, she tried to dodge but he was a hell of a good shot, and he got her in the stomach. Within seconds, they were launching snowballs at each other, running away, and chasing each other. He caught her, diving but spinning so she didn’t fall to the floor. She landed on his body.
She kissed him hard, moaning.
“Make a snowman with me.”
“You want to make a snowman?”
“Yeah, it’ll be fun. So much fun.”
She laughed, getting to her feet, but he wanted to feel her next to him. Rather than pulling her down, he followed her. “Er, I’ve never … I don’t know how to make a snowman.”
“You don’t?”
“No.”
“Right. How have you never made a snowman?”
She looked around at the snow. “I’ve never taken the time.” She shrugged. “I know, I’m weird.”
“Not weird, but you now need some practice in having fun.” He bent down and together, they started making a snowman.
The dogs left after an hour and he stayed out in the snow with her for as long as she was able.
“I don’t think I can feel my body,” she said.
With their snowman complete with a hat and scarf, he took her back inside. After removing her outer clothes, he went straight to the fire, building it back up. He pulled her into his arms, and together, they warmed up.
“I’m hungry again,” she said.
“I’ll sort out some dinner in a second.” He held her close, wanting to feel her against him and never let her go. Breathing in her scent, he felt his need awaken again. His cock hardened.
“I loved today,” she said. “I don’t remember a time I ever did this.”