Rooster
Damn.
This chick had it all.
She was smoking hot. She could cook, she was easy to talk to, and she could sled like a fucking champ.
At first, she was a little hesitant about going down such a steep hill, but after going down once with me, she was all about it.
Hell, she couldn’t get enough of it. She’d go flying down like a rocket, only to climb back up that hill, tired and winded, and go again.
While it was fun, and I didn’t want to rush a good time, it was bitterly cold, and her cheeks were rosy red, and her nose had started to run.
I was worried that Maggie was pushing herself, so I stepped over to her and pulled her close, running my hands up and down her arms as I brushed off the snow that had collected on her sleeves. “You about ready to head back?”
“Yeah, it’s getting pretty chilly.” A spark of child-like excitement flashed through her eyes as she asked, “Mind if I go one more time?”
“Knock yourself out.”
She nodded, then stepped over to the edge of the hill and positioned her sled.
Once she had it exactly where she wanted it, she sat down and waited as I gave her a gentle push.
Seconds later, she was dashing down the hill like a bolt of lightning.
She had almost made it to the end of the hill when she hit a rough patch of snow and let out a high-pitched shrill as she flailed into the air—and not in a good way.
She went several feet up, then immediately came crashing down with a hard thud. Panicked, I raced down the hill to make sure she was okay. When I reached her, she was splayed out on her back, staring up at the stars with a goofy smile on her face. “That was amazing!”
“Holy shit, woman.” I knelt beside her. “You scared the shit out of me.”
“Did you see how high I went?”
“Yeah, I did. I thought you were a goner.”
“No, I’m fine.” She tried to sit up but didn’t make it far before she laid back down. “Well, I thought I was.”
“You hurt?”
“No, just a little shaken.”
“Don’t worry. I got you.”
I slipped my hands underneath her and scooped her into my arms. When I started up the hill, she protested, “You can’t carry me all the way up this hill.”
“I can, and I will.” I glanced down at her and smiled. “Don’t wanna take a chance on you taking another spill.”
“I’m fine. Really. I can make it back up the hill on my own.”
“Maybe so, but I’m carrying you all the same.”
When we made it up the hill, I was a bit winded, but I’d managed to get her to the truck without any issues. I was about to put her inside when I glanced down at her and found her staring up at me with those big, dark eyes. They drifted down to my mouth, and I knew exactly what she was thinking.
Hell, I was thinking the same damn thing.
Before I thought about what I was doing, I lowered my mouth to hers and kissed her. A light moan vibrated through her chest when I ran my tongue across her bottom lip.
I was treading on a dangerous path, but I couldn’t help myself. Neither of us could. Her hands wound around my neck, and her fingers raked through my hair as I deepened the kiss. It felt incredible to have her in my arms. I didn’t want to let her go—not now. Not ever.
We were both lost in the moment when I heard a car in the distance and pulled my mouth from hers. Disappointment flashed through her eyes as I lowered her into the seat and closed the door. I took a quick breath, walked around, and got in next to her.
“You good?”
She nodded quietly and muttered, “Mm-hmm.”
“Good deal. Let’s get you home and warmed up.”
I glanced back out at the hill, noting our sleds at the bottom.
There was no way in hell I was going to trek back down that deep slope, so I grabbed my phone and sent one of the prospects a message, ordering him to come grab them.
Once he responded, I tossed my phone down on the seat and started driving towards town.
We hadn’t gotten far when Maggie whispered, “Thank you.”
“For what?”
“For tonight. The ride and for sharing your secret sledding spot.” She glanced over to me with soulful eyes that got me right in the gut. “I can’t remember when I’ve had so much fun.”
“Yeah, it was fun. We’ll have to do it again sometime.”
“I’d really like that.”
When we got back to Maggie’s place, I parked and followed her up to the front steps. She unlocked the door and stepped inside, then turned to me and asked, “You want to come in for a drink and warm up a bit?”
“It’s pretty late.” I thought about our earlier kiss and how badly I didn’t want it to end.
I knew I needed to go. Don’t get me wrong.
I wanted to stay, especially when I saw the way she was looking at me, but I really liked this girl and didn’t want to cross a line that couldn’t be uncrossed. “I should probably be getting back.”
“Oh, okay.”
“Thanks again for dinner. It was really something.”
“I’m glad you came. I really enjoyed it.”
I leaned in and gave her a quick kiss on the cheek before saying, “I’ll be in touch.”
I didn’t miss the longing look in her eyes as she watched me turn and start down the steps.
I didn’t want to go. In fact, it was the last thing I wanted to do, but I figured it was the right thing to do.
She was a class act, and I got the feeling I had a real chance with her.
I didn’t want to fuck that up by rushing things.
But then, I thought back to that kiss on the hill and how incredible she felt in my arms.
When I reached my truck, I didn’t get inside.
I didn’t start the engine, and I didn’t leave.
Instead, I turned and started walking back towards the house.
With each step, I thought about the softness of her lips, the scent of her perfume, and all her little whimpers and moans when I pulled her close.
I knocked on the door, and when it opened, it took all I had to keep myself from snatching her up and kissing her long and hard.
Her face was marked with confusion as she muttered, “You’re back. ”
“Changed my mind about that drink... I mean, if the offer’s still good.”
“Yeah, of course. Come on in.” She waited until I stepped inside, then closed the door behind me. “What made you change your mind?”
“I just couldn’t seem to make myself leave.”
“Oh?” A soft smile slipped across her lips. “Why’s that?”
“Because I wanted to do this...”
I slipped my arms around her waist and pulled her against my chest as I lowered my mouth to hers, kissing her with fervor.
I feared she might pull away, but instead, she slipped her arms around my neck and kissed me back, long and hard.
My hand moved up to the nape of her neck and gently pulled her closer.
A shudder ran through her body as she parted her lips, giving me full access to delve deeper.
Our tongues tangled, and I knew one kiss would never be enough. Just as things were starting to get heated, Maggie placed her hands on my chest, giving me a gentle push, and pulled back. As she slowly exhaled, she muttered, “I need to say something.”
“Okay.” I could tell by her expression that it was something serious, so I asked, “What’s on your mind?”
“I don’t know if we should do this.”
“This?”
“Yeah, this.” A light blush crept across her cheeks as she motioned her hand between us. “I know we’ve done it before, and I really enjoyed it. I actually enjoyed it a lot, but this is different. This time it means something.”
“I’m not sure I’m following.”
“I don’t do well with the whole casual thing. I get too emotionally attached, and I already like you... a lot. I’m not really up for a one-night stand, if you know what I mean.”
“I’m not looking to hit it and quit it, Maggie.
” I didn’t want to make promises I couldn’t keep, so I told her, “Like I told you earlier, I’ve never really done the long-term thing.
At least, not like you have. Don’t even know if I’m built for it, but since that night in the movie theater, I haven’t been able to get you out of my head. ”
“Yeah, I’ve been the same way with you.” Her eyes were fixed on mine as she whispered, “I’ve even wondered if there could be something between us.”
“I’ve wondered the same.” Her eyes locked on mine as I asked, “So, what are we going to do about that?”
“I’m willing to give it a try if you are.”
The words had barely left her mouth when she was back in my arms, and we were kissing once again.
Damn. This woman was going to be the death of me.
One by one, I’d watched my brothers nearly lose their minds when they fell for their ol’ ladies.
At the time, I didn’t get it. I thought they were crazy to let a woman turn their entire world upside down, but now, I finally got it.
Everything about Maggie, from her loving but strong nature to her dark brown eyes and warm smile, had me tied up in ways I never had before. While it scared the living hell out of me, there was no way I could just walk away—not when it felt so fucking good to have her back in my arms.
I couldn’t remember ever wanting anything like I wanted her, and with every touch, every little whimper and moan, she had me wanting her even more. She shifted her hips forward, grinding herself against my ever-hardening cock.
“Damn, woman. You’re unbelievable.”
Her lips opened in a small gasp, giving me better access to her mouth, and I delved deeper, letting all the passion I’d been holding back come pouring out.
She moaned into my mouth as I lowered my hand to her waist and unfastened the button of her jeans before slipping my hand through the waistband.
Knowing my intention, she widened her stance giving me access to trail further down. Her breath quickened as the tips of my fingers grazed the lining of her panties. My cock throbbed against my zipper as I whispered, “Holy hell, angel. You’re soaking fucking wet.”
Embarrassed, she immediately inched back, but I held her close. “I like it. Hell, I love it. I can’t wait to make you even wetter.”