The Relationship Mechanic (Peach Blossom #2)

Twenty-One

J essica sighed and leaned back to relieve the pressure on her stomach. Vini hadn’t been lying when she said the food at this place was delicious. The burrito she had ordered looked intimidating until Jessica’s enchiladas were set down. With the miles of food between them, conversation took a back seat. Occasionally Vini would look up and smile between bites, but overall, they both ate in relative silence. She didn’t know what Vini was thinking about, but Jessica’s mind was on the fact that in three short days she would be away from all this, and the thought did not fill her with excitement. On the contrary. She was regretting not having chosen to stay longer.

Across from her, Vini looked just as sated, and Jessica whistled softly. “Damn, girl. You cleaned that plate good. Where the hell do you store all that?”

Vini chuckled. “It all goes to my hair, I guess.” The waitress returned with the check, but before Jessica could reach for it, Vini snatched it up. “Don’t even think about it. I asked you out, I pay.”

A tiny thrill ran over Jessica at Vini’s words. This wasn’t a date, but if she ignored reason, she could pretend it was. If she ignored everything outside of the two of them and the circumstances they found themselves in, she could pretend that they were two people who just met and decided to actually try a relationship.

She could pretend she was what Vini needed.

“I don’t remember seeing that rule printed anywhere,” Jessica replied.

Vini pulled out her wallet. “Tough shit. You should have looked closer at the paperwork I had you sign.”

“That was paperwork for my car.”

“Was it?” The little smirk Vini sported did things to Jessica’s insides that were unnecessary. She rolled her eyes to cover up just how ready she was to grab Vini and book it to a dark corner so she could taste that smug grin on her lips.

“You play dirty.” When Vini’s smirk only deepened, Jessica knew it was time to go. She had to get her hands on Vini right here and right now. “Where is the waitress? We need to go.”

Vini cocked her head to the side. “Why are you so eager to leave?”

Jessica glanced around to make sure they couldn’t be overheard before she pasted a sharp smile on her own face and leaned over the table. “Because dessert is needed, and you are on the menu.”

She saw Vini’s throat move as she swallowed. “I thought you were staying at Grace’s until you leave?”

Jessica sat back down and leaned back. She crossed her arms but kept her gaze focused on Vini. “Are you telling me there are no motels anywhere from here to Peach Blossom?”

Vini blinked slowly as if savoring those words before she abruptly sat up and called out to a passing waiter. Jessica had to hide her grin behind her hand. She hadn’t expected that reaction, but it was well worth it. Vini paid quickly, her hand moving swiftly as she signed the receipt before herding Jessica up from the booth and out of the restaurant. They were in the car faster than Jessica could make a sound, and as soon as her seat belt was on, she found her mouth taken in an ardent kiss.

Vini’s lips moved like they hadn’t just eaten, and Jessica loved it. She brought both hands up clutching Vini’s cheeks, making sure she couldn’t get away. They were in the parking lot in full view of anyone who happened to walk by the truck, but Jessica didn’t care. The softly burning desire in her had cracked open, sending waves of molten arousal through her. She craved Vini’s taste and touch, not being able to stop herself from pushing for more until Vini was almost crouched over her lap.

“Fuck,” Vini gritted out, her hands gripping the loose strands of Jessica’s hair. Jessica groaned as that hold tightened, pulling her head back as teeth closed over a sensitive spot on her neck. The air in the car was sticky, and when she slitted her eyes open, she could see her window was fogged over. She opened her mouth, attempting to say something, but all that came out was a tortured moan.

She couldn’t give this up. Jessica had to find a way to keep Vini like this, but even as she thought that she wondered if it was fair. Jessica wasn’t one to settle into a stable, everyday life, not like the one Vini had built. Vini was so secure and clearly knew who she was and what she wanted. The only thing Jessica was sure of was that she was sure of nothing at all. How could she tie Vini to her when she didn’t even know what country she would be in in a month?

“Stop thinking,” Vini breathed out against Jessica’s cheek. The warmth of her breath spread over Jessica’s skin, making it damp.

“Who said I was thinking?” Jessica asked. She wanted to protest as Vini pulled away, but she knew they shouldn’t have let things get as far as they did when they were sitting in a parking lot. “God, Vini. Can we go somewhere? I really want to have sex with you.”

Vini’s body trembled, and when she pulled back, Jessica realized she was laughing. Jessica frowned. That wasn’t the reaction she had been expecting. Then again, she hadn’t actually meant to admit that in the first place. When Vini noticed her frown, she brushed her thumb over Jessica’s lips.

“Don’t look like that. I’m flattered,” Vini said making Jessica frown harder.

“Being flattered is not what I was hoping for,” she countered. “I was hoping for a little more fuck, yes and agreement.”

“Oh, trust when I say I agree.” Vini leaned forward again brushing her lips over Jessica’s. “And I know the perfect place.”

She pulled back, leaving Jessica to chase after her lips until she was caught by her seat belt. When Vini chuckled softly, Jessica sulked and crossed her arms. She wasn’t actually upset, but it was fun to play like this. This was a playful side that she didn’t get to indulge in often. Most people who came into Jessica’s life and her bed were fun, but she always had to be on guard with them. They knew who she was, but more importantly they knew who her mom was. Vini wasn’t like that, and Jessica had not once tripped over a flag that would have made her take a step back. It was as frightening as it was refreshing.

Vini started the truck, and soon they were rolling down the road. Before Jessica could second-guess herself, she reached over and grabbed Vini’s hand. The little smile that stretched Vini’s lips was worth it even as Jessica’s heart pounded. When they pulled into another parking lot, she sat up and took notice. It was a nice-enough-looking motel, though not one she remembered seeing.

“We are coming here to have sex, right? You aren’t planning on murdering me and hiding the body in the woods?”

Vini snorted. “If I was going to do that, I wouldn’t have taken you to my favorite restaurant. Too many witnesses.”

Jessica followed Vini in. The bored-looking teen manning the front desk didn’t bother looking up from his phone as he slid over a key. Vini wasted no time pulling Jessica along down the hallway. She quickly opened the room, and as soon as the door was shut behind them, Jessica took over crushing Vini against her and covering her lips with her own. No words were needed. They both seemed to feel the same desperation as they shared kisses that left Jessica trembling with desire. Vini’s hands gripped her hips, and Jessica wrapped her arms around Vini’s shoulders. She didn’t want to let go, but they needed to get naked.

“Take off your clothes,” Jessica whispered. She almost regretted her words when Vini stepped away but bit her lip when Vini slowly complied.

As dark skin was revealed, Jessica found her breath caught and she was unable to look away. Vini’s hands never wavered as fingers swiftly undid buttons and slid off straps. Jessica found herself taken with a new type of hunger as dark pointed nipples were uncovered along with the flat plane of Vini’s stomach and the dark V of hair that hid the sweetest fruit she’d ever tasted. Before Jessica could move, Vini was moving backward.

“Are you going to just stare or are you going to join me?” Jessica was speechless. Somehow this fae-like creature had fallen into her life, and now she was frozen with the need to capture it forever. Vini raised an eyebrow when Jessica didn’t respond. “Jess?”

The sound of her name had Jessica moving. She threw off her shirt, not caring where it landed and did the same with her bra. Her pants were gone as soon as she reached the bed, and her panties followed. Jessica crawled up the bed loving the way Vini’s eyes seemed to darken the closer she got. She paused between Vini’s thighs, pushing them to spread them more fully as she slowly let her gaze meander down Vini’s body. She soaked everything in, from the rapid rise and fall of her breasts as she breathed to the dip of her belly button. When Jessica leaned forward kissing it, she enjoyed the hitch in Vini’s breath.

“I feel like I should give thanks for this meal.”

Vini’s snort morphed into a gasp when Jessica kissed lower. “Fuck.”

“Gladly,” Jessica replied before opening her mouth and licking a trail between the lips of Vini’s cunt. The familiar musk of her had Jessica’s mouth watering, and she knew without a doubt, that she would taste that flavor in her fantasies. Vini’s little grunt of pleasure would star in the sounds of her dreams. The phantom grip of her hands in Jessica’s hair would slowly drift from her consciousness when she awoke. She would remember everything and clutch onto those memories with everything she had.

“Please,” Vini whispered, her hips slowly rising off the bed. Jessica followed the motion giving in to what they both wanted and pressing their lips together. Heat poured over her face as she glutted herself on Vini’s pussy, tongue darting in and out between engorged folds. Jessica slid her hands up, loving the dips and curves of Vini’s waist. She looked up and over the mound of Vini’s pussy, and their eyes met.

Neither of them looked away. Vini’s hands clutched at Jessica as her hips continued to undulate. Jessica sucked, wanting more of that sweet nectar that flowed from Vini’s core. She needed that taste more than oxygen, and when a fresh burst of it coated her tongue, her eyes finally slipped shut. The sounds Vini made fell like raindrops on parched earth, and Jessica soaked them in. She pressed her tongue up against Vini’s walls before changing her target to Vin’s clit. Two of her fingers took up residence in Vini’s cunt as she flicked the engorged nub with her tongue. She knew Vini was close when her sounds changed, and her grip became more desperate.

“Shit,” Vini bit out. Her head went back, and Jessica stared at the bared skin that she planned to get her lips on as soon as she made Vini come. It didn’t take much longer, Jessica adding another finger and pushing hard and quick. Vini’s hips snapped up, and her legs fell open as she cried out in pleasure. The feeling of it washed over Jessica, and she shuddered as her own arousal flared. If it were possible for her to come just from hearing a sound, that would have done it. As it was, she barely held herself back when Vini shivered as Jessica withdrew her fingers.

Dark eyes watched unblinkingly as Jessica brought her fingers up, licking off Vini’s juices with a soft hum. A shift of Jessica’s legs reminded her of her wetness gathering between her upper thighs. She crawled up the rest of the bed and settled on her side beside Vini. While Vini came down, the hand not currently in Jessica’s mouth drifted down before sliding between her own pussy lips. She moaned when she lightly brushed her own clit.

“Are you starting without me?” Vini asked. When Jessica opened her eyes, Vini was staring.

“Not without you,” Jessica replied. “Just waiting for you to join in.” Before her words were finishing, there was already another touch there as eager fingers joined her own. Vini’s fingers moved firmly without pause, and Jessica spread her legs giving her full access. One finger and then two entered her, and Jessica leaned forward. “Kiss me.”

It was a demand that was readily met. Jessica let Vini taste herself, her tongue seeking out Jessica’s own. There was no talking then, just the slick sounds of their fingers dipping into Jessica’s cunt and the smacks of their lips. The room was light enough for Jessica to see the sheen on Vini’s skin before she closed her eyes. Her orgasm washed over her making her muscles clench and her teeth ache.

“You are so beautiful.” Vini’s words made her eyes burn, and Jessica had to take a deep breath before she could open them. Vini reached up cupping her cheeks between her warm palms. Their scents were mingled, creating an aroma of their own that was unique. Jessica wished she could bottle it for the nights when she was alone and wanting. Kisses were placed on her cheeks, and she couldn’t help but lean forward and plant some of her own. They stayed soft, both of them trembling, though Jessica wondered whether from the cold or from emotions. She knew how she felt, or at least, she thought she did. What had started off fun and easy had swiftly morphed into something she had never experienced before.

Jessica let the heat of Vini’s touches seep into her skin. It was addictive no matter how much she tried to fight. When she couldn’t stand it anymore, she reached up and circled Vini’s wrists. The feelings these touches invoked was too much for her. She needed time. She needed space.

“We should probably get some sleep,” Jessica said kicking herself at not taking more advantage of the alone time they had together. She wondered what Vini’s sisters would say when she didn’t come home. She knew exactly what Grace would say, but she would deal with that when the time came. She knew Grace was watching her closely, and while she understood, she was tired. Jessica wasn’t in the mood to be chastised like she was a child, not when she was also dealing with the fact that soon she would be on a plane heading thousands of miles away.

“Are you sure you’re ready to go to sleep?” Vini asked. Her grin was sly, but Jessica could still see the tiredness behind her eyes. “I mean, we are outside of town, and we do have this big bed for just us two. I’m sure if we really put our minds to it, we could probably cover quite a bit of ground.”

Vini’s hands slid down Jessica shoulders until they rested on her hips. The grip was strong as Vini pulled Jessica against her. The way their curves melted together never ceased to make Jessica shiver. It had to be illegal for something to feel so damn good. It made it that much harder to fight against the desire that whirled within her.

“You have work tomorrow. Plus I have to start packing,” Jessica replied finally. Her throat clicked, and she swallowed to get rid of the dryness. Jessica felt the room grow colder at her words, and as much as she desperately wanted to pull them back, she knew she couldn’t. She had to create separation for her own sanity.

“You do realize I’m my own boss? I can open the shop late if I want.”

Jessica pasted on a smile she didn’t feel. “Oh? But what would your sisters think about that? And Aiden?”

“I’ll text Aiden, and knowing him, he’ll be jazzed to get to sleep longer,” Vini replied. “As for my sisters, it’s not their business, so they don’t have any say.”

Jessica nodded, not sure what else to say. She didn’t want to stop. She wanted them to drown in one another until neither desired to come up for air. This was why she didn’t do this. Deep down, she was too needy to be able to keep this up for too long before wanting more. She had short relationships built on mutual attraction and an understanding that things wouldn’t last before flitting off to her next location. She didn’t know how to stay still, and she still wasn’t even sure if she really wanted to. What she wanted Vini couldn’t give.

“Are you tired?” Vini’s question gave Jessica an out, and she gladly took it.

“A little,” she replied, faking a yawn. “I didn’t get much sleep last night. Grace’s guest bed isn’t as comfortable as the mattress at the bed and breakfast I was staying at. I don’t think she’s changed it out since the last time she stayed in that house.”

Her words had the desired effect, and Vini chuckled. It lightened the air in the room, and Jessica breathed out a silent sigh of relief. She wrapped her arms around Vini’s shoulders and allowed herself one shoulder kiss. It was hard not to push things further especially when Vini responded so quickly. Her lips parted, beckoning Jessica inside, and it took everything within Jessica to not respond the way she wanted.

Instead of deepening the kiss, she kept it surface-level and promised herself that it was for the best. When Vini pouted, Jessica smiled and patted her cheek. “Come on, Vini. No long faces. You need sleep. I don’t want you to be distracted and accidentally drop something on yourself in the garage. Aren’t you sleepy?”

Vini paused her fingers, softly brushing the skin of Jessica’s arm. She tried to ignore that touch even as it sent sparks along her nerves. “I am a little sleepy, but more than anything I’m excited to be alone with you.”

Her words made something unnecessary flutter within Jessica’s chest. There had been plenty of people who were excited to lie in bed with Jessica when it came to sex, but she had yet to have anyone say that they were excited to lie in bed with her just for the sake of just being alone with her. It made her soften to Vini’s desires, and she let herself fall again as Vini’s arousal enflamed her own.