Staring at this man is pure paradise.
A feeling of calmness and peace swept through me when Ocean voiced he remembered my brother and me. A young, insignificant girl from years before.
An epiphany took hold.
I’d known this man in my most vulnerable state, when I’d been the target for two pathetic men who thought it was okay to abuse me physically and emotionally like it’s okay to eat breakfast every morning.
I was safe with Ocean.
I could trust him.
He knew me and still liked me when I was a teenage wreck. I could be myself with him and not feel threatened or ridiculed.
My mind finally allowed me to be free and it’s the most ridiculous thing, but a genuine weight was lifted.
Phoebe Kearney could be herself, not afraid of men and how they portrayed me because Ocean was the only man’s opinion I craved and cared about.
Years later, I now had him.
For how long I don’t know, but I want to make the most of what time we have together.
“You can’t imagine how many times I thought about you when I was hiding in the back of the shop, waiting at four-twenty-five daily hoping to catch a glimpse of your face and hear your deep voice. You kept me alive because I did anything to ensure I could see you day after day, you were my goal which got me out of bed every day.” Touching his face tenderly, his chest rises and falls slowly, mine gets faster. “Giving you my first time was perfect. Wanting to repay you for those years you helped me, but unable to when you left. Last night was everything I imagined and more. It was a dream come true.”
Moving my legs a little, pain throbs at my apex. A smile erupts. “This feeling has to stay to remind me how amazing you felt inside me.”
“What feeling’s that, baby?” Raspy and delicious, I look at his calm face, bright eyes staring at me.
“I thought you were sleeping.”
“I was, but the voice of an angel spoke.” Surrounded by his arms, draped across my stomach, he places a kiss on my cheek. “So, what feelings?”
“I’m sore below but a good sore.” Blinking, my face heats and I try to hide my embarrassment. He kisses my nose.
“I was a little rough on you, but I couldn’t restrain myself.” Smoldering, dark eyes pierce me. “You were fucking amazing. Blew me apart.”
Oh, wow. My cheeks flush and I grin. “I didn’t know it could be so good.”
“It will only get better. First time can be stressful.”
“I was calm, but nervous. I knew I was in good hands.” Pulling me close to him, he takes my lips in for a slow, burning kiss.
“Always.” Sincere and low, there’s no mistaking he means it.
Heated from being in his arms, I’m filled inside with a new sensation warming more than just my skin.
Desire.
Passion.
Trust.
Closing my eyes, I inhale.
Lips fall on mine, his tongue takes over my mouth. Demanding this time. I let him and I try to keep pace. If I wasn’t lying down, I would be knocked over by his emotion and force.
Ocean does care for me.
My heart swells, indicating how much I want him.
Knock… Knock… Knock…
Pulling away, Ocean’s mouth is still trying to eat mine. “Someone’s at the door.”
Grinning, he whispers, “If we ignore them, they will go away.”
Knock… Knock… Knock…
“I don’t think they’re going anywhere.” My hand rests on his hip, he rolls onto his back annoyed at the intrusion. My hand falls onto his thick, erect, cock.
“Whoops.” Pulling my hand back, my face lights up like a beacon.
“It won’t bite you, baby.” Taking my hand casually, he places it on his length and shows me how he likes to be touched. It’s so silky, but hard. Cradled by his large hand, he manipulates my fingers over the lower parts, right up to the tip.
Internal core alert. I’m ready to combust.
Bang… Bang… Bang…
“Ocean, let that cute girl of yours out of bed. Bluebell’s got plans with us today.” Crystal’s voice rings through the steel door with surprising clarity.
“Looks like we are going to have to put our plans on hold.” Although disappointment swirls in his eyes, there’s a smile tugging at his mouth.
“Hmmm. I guess so.” Touching him one last time, I roll on my back looking at the ceiling. “How loud is that girl?”
“Oh, you ain’t heard nothing yet. These girls are crazy when they get together and party.” With a swift kiss to my cheek, Ocean’s up and I watch his naked ass as he pulls his jeans up. I could watch him all day without tiring.
“Do you know what this is about?” Trying to get my legs to work, I’m still Jell-O from last night.
Shrugging his shoulders, he walks toward the door. “We’ll know in a minute.”
“Okay, I’ll get dressed.” Glad that I was able to get some of my own clothes, I put on a blue dress because jeans will probably be too harsh against my tender folds. Brushing my teeth and hair, there’re hushed voices out in the lounge area. I put on my sandals, checking myself out in the mirror. Cheeks flushed, a sparkle in my eye and I’m quite sure I have a spring in my step.
Rounding the corner, I see Crystal, Emerald, and Lace. All eyes turn to me, smiles on everyone’s faces.
“Morning.” Heading to Ocean, he senses that I’m out of my depth and holds my waist, pulling me against him giving me courage.
“Good morning, Bluebell, did you sleep well?” Lace smirks and I cast my eyes to Ocean.
“Yeah, I did.”
“The girls want to take you out shopping with them, for Emerald’s wedding outfit.”
“Oh.” Drawing in my eyebrows I really want to go but will my brother be trying to find me? “I’d love to, but my brother…”
“You’ll be okay, Tanner’s organized tight security around you all plus you have Lace and Emerald with you.”
Raising my eyebrows in question, I notice Crystal’s name didn’t get a mention.
Ocean points to Lace. “Knife-wielding expert.”
“Okay.” Shock makes my eyes widen again. I had forgotten that small fact. “And Emerald?”
“Sweetie, I’ll kick anyone’s ass if they try to get near any of us. Nothing’s going to spoil this day.”
“I’ll take off my custom-made Gucci shoe and heel them in the face if need be.” Directing her comment to Ocean, I giggle. “I can be lethal just like them, preferring to only when needed.”
Shaking his head, I relax in his arm.
These lovely ladies have accepted me into their close-knit group in only a few hours. I shake my head in disbelief.
“I’d love to.”
“Wonderful.” Emerald walks to Ocean and kisses his cheek, whispering “Perfect.”
“I think so.” Looking at me, his eyes shine, the light gold flecks highlighted.
My smile widens. My back straightens and my chest pounds.
Latching on to my other arm, Lace holds on to me. “Time to go, we’ve got a huge day ahead.”
Leaning down, Ocean kisses me. “Enjoy yourself and don’t worry. We’re only a phone call away and security will be tight.”