Enticing Liam (Big Sky Royal 2)

“Nat’s had a crush on my brother since middle school,” Monica says, waving her best friend off. “And, no, I don’t look at him like that when he’s in his gear because he’s my brother. That’s disgusting.”

“Not from where I’m sitting,” Natasha says with a smile. “But let’s get back to the task at hand. Movies.”

“Right.” I nod and wring my hands. “I don’t know why I’m so nervous.”

“Me either,” Monica says. “It doesn’t take anything fancy. Just a dark room and a movie.”

“Wrong,” Natasha says. “She needs popcorn. Soda. Maybe some licorice.”

“Let’s go see what we’re working with,” Monica suggests.

“Good idea.” I gesture for them to follow me and lead them downstairs to where the theater is located.

“It’s like a lobby out here,” Monica says in surprise. “You have plenty of candy, a soda machine, and a popcorn popper.”

“We just have to make the popcorn,” Natasha says with a nod. “We’ve totally got this. In fact, why don’t you text Liam and ask him to come down here in thirty minutes? We’ll serve your goodies, and then leave when you’re settled to do…whatever you want to do in there.”

“Really?” I’m stunned that they’re so excited to help me. But I shouldn’t be. Isn’t this why I asked them to come over?

I know I’ve only recently met them, but I feel like I can trust them. I’ll miss Montana and these wonderful women that I’ve come to know in such a short time when I leave.

I don’t want to think about that now. I have a surprise to set up.

“We’ve totally got this,” Natasha says. “It’s so fun. Go primp or something and let us do this. Don’t forget to text Liam.”

“You’re so wonderful. I’ll be back in twenty,” I promise and hurry up to the guest room where I stashed my things. Before long, I’ve styled my hair, done my makeup, and thrown on a simple sundress. When I make my way back downstairs, the incredible smell of fresh popcorn greets me.

“Good afternoon, and welcome to Royal Cinemas,” Natasha says with a smile. Before I can reply, Liam walks in behind me.

“What’s all this?”

“The movies,” Monica replies and winks. “We’re showing Sherlock Holmes today. What can we get you to snack on?”

“Popcorn is a must,” Natasha says, filling a big bucket with the kernels. “What else?”

“I’ll take a Coke,” I reply. “And some Junior Mints.”

“Good choice,” Monica says. “And you, sir?”

“Uh, I’ll have a root beer. The popcorn is enough for me.”

“There’s plenty out here, and we offer free refills,” Natasha adds. “But you’ll have to get those yourself because we’re about to leave.”

“Have fun,” Monica says as Liam and I walk into the theater.

I don’t know how they managed it, but just as we sit down, the movie starts, and the lights dim.

“This is a surprise,” Liam says as we sit smack dab in the middle of the room. He shoves a handful of popcorn into his mouth. “But a fun one.”

I sip my Coke and suddenly feel nervous again. I wanted to do this, but now that I have Liam here, what am I going to do with him?

He’s supposed to be teaching me.

I reach for some popcorn and smile when my hand brushes his. Before long, we’re engrossed in the film, enjoying our snacks and each other.

About an hour in, Liam sets the empty bucket on the floor and takes my hand in his. He kisses my knuckles, my wrist, and then my shoulder.

I didn’t realize the armrest between us was moveable, but he must have known because he lifts it and shifts closer to me.

“You’re beautiful,” he whispers in my ear.

“Thanks,” I say.

“Shh.” He nibbles my earlobe. “We’re in the theater. We have to be quiet so we don’t disturb anyone.”

I start to laugh, but then he kisses my ear again and starts playing with my hair. I’m a goner.

All coherent thought dissipates from my mind, and all I can think about is this man and his magical mouth.

“Making out in a theater isn’t a lesson that came to mind,” he admits as his hand glides down to my breast. “But it’s something everyone should experience at least once.”

“I daydreamed about this,” I admit with a whisper and then moan when his thumb pushes against my hardened nipple.

“We’re going to discuss more of those daydreams.”

And that’s it. Something bold within me rears its head, and I boost myself up and straddle Liam’s lap. My mouth crashes over his. Liam’s hands are on my bum, and we take this make-out session to the next level.

I want to get naked. I want him to take me right here, on this seat.

But I know he won’t.

That doesn’t stop me from grinding down on him and relishing the powerful feeling that pours through me when I feel him harden.

“Fucking hell,” he growls before fisting his hand in the back of my hair and pulling me down for more kisses.