“More than anything, I think it just took the focus off Steffy for mom.” Dane spoke quietly as he walked me to the door. His sister’s death was still something that was hard for him to open up about. I was hesitant to open up that wound, especially being something that hit so close to home for myself.
"Thanks for coming over, Lily. I've had a great night." He said, his eyes locked on mine. I smiled at him, hoping he would kiss me.
Leaning against the wall near the front door, Dane embraced me, his lips connecting with mine, arousing deep sexual and sensual feelings inside of me. I felt his breath on my neck as he worked his soft kisses down to my collar bone, across to where the fabric of my dress parted, showing my breasts. I locked my fists in his hair, bringing his face back up to mine, locking my lips on his in a passionate kiss.
His hand ran up my bare leg, lifting my thigh up onto his hip. I gasped as I felt his erection push flush up against my entrance, separated only by his pants and the thin fabric of my panties. His finger toyed with the lace edging, teasing me with his touch, his fingers threatening to dip inside me.
“I better go,” I whispered with all my resolve, when all I really wanted to do was spend the next six hours letting him explore my body. However, I also knew that if I didn’t take things slow, I would regret it. What I was feeling for Dane ran so much deeper than physical lust; the last thing I wanted was to rush into a sexual relationship too early.
“If you have to,” He mumbled, his hands caressing my face, with no intention of letting go. I kissed him again, and smiled. He wasn’t making this easy.
“I do have to,” I replied, raising an eyebrow, “I had a great time tonight,” I added, meeting his gaze, my eyes reflecting the happiness in his. Kissing him again, I pulled away, knowing if I didn’t leave right this moment, I wouldn’t be able to leave at all.
“Night Lily,” Dane whispered, eyes on me as I walked to the car. The door closed once I was safely inside.
Pulling into the driveway at home, I eyed the black Audi that was parked outside. Why did I get the feeling I was about to walk in on something I didn’t want to? As I eased the key into the lock of the apartment, I purposely made as much noise as I could. I sighed with relief when I stepped into the empty living room, silently thanking Kella for taking her sex party into the bedroom.
My evening with Dane had been perfect. He was an amazing guy who I felt lucky to be able to get to know. Grabbing myself a juice from the fridge, I headed towards my room. Halfway there, I encountered a naked Fraser, full frontal in all his glory. Was it wrong that my first thought was that I could see why Kella was so attracted t
o him? He was very well equipped.
“Oh good god!” I exclaimed, covering my eyes when I realized I’d been staring for a good ten seconds, “Hi Fraser,” I mumbled, my face red.
“Hey Lily! How are you? It’s really good to meet you again,” His voice was warm and friendly, but was this really the time for small talk? He seemed to have no comprehension, or care, that he was standing in front of me, naked.
“Uh, maybe we could continue this over breakfast when you’re, uh, dressed?” I said meekly, resisting the urge to peek through my fingers. I’d never seen one that big before.
“Right,” He said sheepishly, finally covering himself with both hands. Yes, one hand would have covered nothing, “Good point.”
I stumbled the rest of the way down the hall to my room, closing the door behind me. I could faintly hear Kella’s laughter. Of course he told her. I fished out my phone from my pocket. To my surprise, I had a message.
Thanks for a wonderful night, sexy. I’m looking forward to our next. Dane.
My heart swelled as I read the words over and over, each time letting my mind work more meaning into them. I unzipped my dress, carefully stepping out of it so as not to damage the material. Once I was changed into my pajamas, I climbed into bed. I couldn’t wait to talk to Abby about how hard I was falling for this boy.
“Aww, my little sis is in love,” Abby clucked, smiling. I rolled my eyes at her. This was not a new argument. She’d always loved rubbing in the fact that she was technically born the day before me. She was born at 23:58 on the 21st of May, and I was born at 00:01 on the 22nd. That made us one of only a few sets of identical twins born on separate days ever.
“You were born three minutes before me,” I retorted.
“No, I was born the day before you, which makes me older, does it not?” She raised an eyebrow. I laughed. She’d always tried to act like a big sister to me, which annoyed the hell out of me growing up. Now after everything, I was happy to let her have this.
“Sure, big sis, whatever,” I rolled my eyes again. “He is so nice, Abs,” I gushed, “As in possibly one of the nicest people I’ve met.”
“He broke your foot,” Abby reminded, giggling.
“That was more my fault than his,” I argued, shaking my head. Thinking about that still made me cringe.
“I know, I’m teasing. I’m glad you’re happy, Lil. That’s all I ever want for you,” She smiled wistfully, lowering her eyes. Was she like me, thinking about all the things I was going to get to do that she never got to?
“I love you, Lil. And I know you love me. I never, not even for a moment wondered why it wasn’t you. Never,” Abby smiled at me, a single tear trickling down her cheek.
I woke up, crying softly. Dreaming about Abby never scared me, but often it upset me. Seeing her only confirmed how much I missed her. No matter how happy I was, or how much I achieved, there would always be a part of me missing, a part I would never get back.
Chapter Ten
Rolling over, I glanced at the alarm clock. It was just after seven. Who the hell woke at seven on a Saturday morning, one of the few days they could actually sleep in? Apparently I did. I could either spend the next few hours tossing and turning, or I could get up.
I decided to get up.