Series: Little Cakes Series by Pepper North
Total pages in book: 48
Estimated words: 44951 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 225(@200wpm)___ 180(@250wpm)___ 150(@300wpm)
Estimated words: 44951 (not accurate)
Estimated Reading Time in minutes: 225(@200wpm)___ 180(@250wpm)___ 150(@300wpm)
Loving the feel of his arms around her, Rose wanted to freeze this moment in time. Her body still hummed with the pleasure they had created between them. She’d never felt this close to anyone in her life.
Adam cupped her chin and lifted it so he could look into her eyes. “I know it’s soon, Rosebud, but I want you to know that I love you. I’m never letting you go.”
“I love you, too, Daddy.”
His mouth crashed down onto hers, staking his claim on her with a fiery kiss that curled her toes with delight. Her heart seemed to swell in her chest with happiness. She’d found the man she’d dreamed of for so long.
Chapter Nine
Adam’s alarm beeped softly in the morning, waking them. Rose stirred in the curve of his arm, tucked against his body. She felt his lips press gently against her sleep-rumpled hair.
“Morning, Little girl. I’m sorry to wake you up so early. I have a meeting this morning I can’t miss. Would you like to nap a bit longer and I’ll wake you up for breakfast?”
“Can I do that?” she asked, struggling to open her eyes fully.
“Sleep, Rosebud. Daddy will help you get up later.” He rolled out of bed and tugged the covers back into place.
Nodding, she turned over onto her tummy and nestled in the warm spot he’d just vacated. She inhaled deeply, enjoying his lingering scent on the sheets. A caressing hand roamed the length of her spine and cupped her bottom. Rose smiled as he patted fondly, reminding her of his play.
Like she could forget that.
She heard him moving quietly around the room and into the attached master bathroom. The sound of water spraying followed, and she couldn’t stop the smile that curved her lips once again when she heard him groan in delight. Rose could picture him standing under the showerhead, enjoying the warm deluge.
His lovemaking still reverberated inside her. Rose hadn’t known she could feel that depth of emotion. Her steamy dreams had come true every time she blinked her eyes open in the darkness and discovered that he held her close throughout the night. She’d felt precious and protected from everything.
“Time to wake up, Little girl.” A soft voice pulled her out of the deep sleep she’d drifted into. The bed dipped as someone sat down next to her.
Rose opened her eyes to meet Adam’s tender gaze. “Hi,” she whispered, shyly, trying to show him she could be pleasant in the morning.
“Hi, Rosebud. Can you wake up to have breakfast with Daddy?”
She nodded and rolled over before asking, “Is it time for me to go to work? I need to shower first.”
“You have a couple of hours. How about if you eat and then make yourself at home after I go to work? I want you to feel comfortable here,” he suggested.
“I love it here with you,” she admitted.
“Good. Now out of bed, sleepy girl. I’d like you to wear one of Daddy’s T-shirts so you don’t get cold.” He tugged the covers away.
She loved how his gaze turned steamy as he scanned her naked body. Rose couldn’t help feeling beautiful when he looked at her like that. Raising her arms, she allowed him to help her into the large garment. Her arms got tangled in the fabric and she laughed as he rescued her from her soft prison. His delighted chuckle warmed her heart. Her Daddy was always so fun to be around.
“Look what I found,” he celebrated as her left arm finally emerged. “I’m going to have to practice dressing you more often.”
“I’d like that,” she agreed.
“So would I, Rosebud.” He stood and helped her scoot out of bed. “Go potty and meet me in the kitchen.”
When she didn’t move immediately, Adam swatted her bottom smartly. The sting made her hop in the direction of the bathroom. Rubbing her derriere, Rose walked toward the bathroom but shot an admonishing look over her shoulder at him.
“Daddy’s in charge,” he reminded her with a stern look that made her school her expression.
It would be tough to always follow his directions. Her aching bladder reminded her he was correct. She needed to hurry to the bathroom. Scurrying forward, Rose peed before washing her face and hands. As she padded back through the bedroom, she snagged Ruff from the bed.
Before heading to the kitchen, she stopped in the doorway to the nursery and imagined herself living here all the time. She looked around, marveling that he’d created this for her. Whirling around in delight, she gave Ruff a giant bear hug and he, of course, returned it twofold.
“Rosebud?” Her Daddy’s voice drifted to her.
“Coming!” Rose called out before scampering down the stairs to join him.
She grinned broadly as she slid into the seat he held out for her at the table. When her Daddy lifted the dish cover in front of her, she discovered he’d already filled a plate for her, piled with eggs, bacon, and toast that still steamed with heat. A sippy cup of milk sat at her place too. She set Ruff on the chair next to hers, making sure he could see her while she ate.