4. Jordan
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JORDAN
Two days straight of meetings andI’m burnt. Although I enjoy what I do as a whole, the constant glad-handing and schmoozing that comes along with purchasing someone else’s brainchild?It’s the one part I’d do anything to hand to someone else.
But that’s a trust issue on my end to address another day. Until someone proper is in place, I’ll do the damn job myself.
Now the thoughtof driving back to see Cassi is the only thing brightening my mood—even though she shouldn’t be in mind at all. The girl just turned eighteen for fuck’s sake. And not to mention the fact she’s now part of the family. The last thing she needs is a forty-year-old man ogling her, chasing after her but dammit recalling the sight of her in that bikini with the swell of her tits, her nipples hard under my gaze, the flush of her tanned skin when I smiled…oh, hell. I’m fucked.
I could’ve stayed at a hotel. I should’ve stayed at a hoteljustto avoid the temptation I knew I’d be walking into.Butinthe moment, Iwas only thinking about spending more time with Cassi.Hearingher sweet laugh while seeing the twinkle in her eyes. “I am fucked,” I mutter to myself as I pull into the driveway and spot a limo idling in front of the door. “Mom, what’s going on?”
She turns with awide, excited smile that’s almost contagious. “Sam has to go to Napa for businesssowe’re turning it into a mini honeymoon since we haven’t had one yet. Isn’t that wonderful?”
“Yeah, that’s great. You two have fun.” And while I’m truly happy for them, the only question burning in mind is what about Cassi?
“Thanks, hunny.” She hugs me as if I have something to do with her impromptu vacation. “You’re free to stay as long as you want. Our cook and housekeeper are herefull-timeso they’ll still be around. Cassi will be near toobutdespite what Sam thinks, she’s perfectly capable oftaking care ofherself.” She smiles and looks at me, sincere as ever. “In fact,if you could talk to her about herfutureplans, maybe even give her some advice, that would go a long way.”
“Sure, Mom. Happy to help,” I tell hereventhough the last thing I need to do is spend more time with the girl who tempts me beyond all reason.
Mom wraps me in a tight hug and kisses bothof mycheeks before marching off tomake sureshe has too many bags for a week away.“Love you.”
“Loveyou too.” An hour later, the house is completely silent. It’sso still that it’s almost creepy but I take a seat at the kitchen counter and enjoy a glass of iced tea.
Cassi traipses through the kitchen with yet another bikini, this one hot pink and barely held together by more than a few strings. “Hey,” she offerscasuallyas shemakes her way tothe door.
My jaw clenches. “And just how many swimsuits do you own?” The question pops out before I cansecond guessit.
She stops and turns to me with a sly smile, her dark brows lifted in an arch. “How many suits do you own?” Without waiting for my answer she pushes out into the sunny day, leaving me alone with my thoughts full of her and her alone.
It takes no more than five minutes to head upstairs and change into a pair of swim trunks that Sam—ormore likelyMom—keeps on hand for guests, and I make my way to the pool. “Mind if I join you?”
Cassi stops and slowly drags her green gaze up the length of my body, clear, unabashed lust she’s powerless in hiding. “Umsure, not at all. Go right ahead.”
A grin pulls on my lips when she pushes off the wall and dunks herself under water. I dive in before doing something I shouldn’t but desperately want to. Swimming until a hand brushes Cassi’s thigh, we then pop above the surface just inches apart. “Do you remember the night we met?”
She nods, her mouthslightlyparted andher pupils dilated. “Yeah, of course. I remember every second of it.”
“Even the dance we shared?” She quickly gives me a look as if I should know better. “I get it. But it was unlike any moment I’ve ever experienced with another soul,” I admit. “I haven’t been able to stop thinking about the way you felt…you find yourself thinking about our night?”
She nods slowly but eagerly. “I have,” she whispers breathlessly. “Even though I shouldn’t.”
I bet this girl has a boyfriend I’ve not been told about. “Why so?”
“Because you’re freaking successful and hot , and up until you mentioned the fact you’re my stepbrother I was completely gung ho for you.” Despite what she’s saying, her body shows clear signs that nothing has changed since that night. “Like hell, what would a guy want with an eighteen-year-old like me with no solid plans for her future?”
I chuckle at her ramblings, reaching out and tucking a lock of wet hair behind her ear. “What fool wouldn’t want a beautiful, lively woman with sinful curves and an irresistible breath of fresh air that makes my cock ache every damn second?”
She gasps, looking a little appalled and yet somewhat curious. “You don’t have to say that, Jordan. Stop being nice.”
Without hesitation I cup her face gently, bringing our bodies together under the water. “Never.” Before another word can slip from her lips, I lean in and kiss her, acting on the thought that’s been driving me insane since the moment we met.
Cassi moans softly, clinging to me as she silently begs for more.
Fuck.
Have I ever been this desperate to win over a girl? I know the answer instantly. Not a fucking chance.
I always take what I want because why the hell not? Though I’m aware the women I’ve had in life were just about my wealth in the end, perhaps my good charm as well. Though the way Cassi looks at me? It’s like nothing in this whole fucking world.
She moans against my lips, hesitantasshe wraps her legs around my waist until my cock nestles between her thighs. A strangled moan escapesandshe rocks against me while I devour her mouth until I can’t think straight. Andwhen she pulls back with a fire in her eyes, I know I’m done for good. “Well you’re a good kisser,” she nervously laughs. “But I want more. More of you .”
I hold her a little tighter as those few words are enough to be said. My cock feels as if it’s about to explodebutI grip her ass cheeks and pull her closer, our bodies grinding together until the only sounds around are Cassi’s moans all while she cries for more.
And more she’ll get.