Midnight Kisses (Kissing Junction, TX 6)

When we met in college, I hated the both of them for how close they were. It was more me being jealous of the friendship they had more than anything, but that didn’t last long.

Two days later, I was eating lunch, and they both just plopped their asses at my table and said I was going to be their best friend.

Five years later we all still hang out at least twice a week, and we never stop texting. Since I moved here my friend circle has turned from two girlfriends to seven. I can honestly say that I love living here but a small town on Valentine's Day, where everyone is in love, is just not my forte. Josephine McKinney doesn’t need a man. Maybe. I think.

That's why I plan on spending my week off in my apartment. The bell above the door rings and I look up to see the tallest guy I have ever seen.

I have to tilt my head back and look up past thick thighs covered in gray slacks, up a trimmed waist, a huge chest that looks like it's going to rip through the seams of the tailored button-down shirt it’s confined in.

Biting my lip, I look up past his strong jaw, which is covered in a light brown beard, past a slightly crooked nose, and into a pair of light blue eyes framed in long, dark eyelashes that any girl would be jealous of.

“Wow.”

He gives me a smirk and starts to walk over to my desk. I feel myself turn pink as I realize that I said that out loud, but I couldn't help myself.

He is the sexiest man I've ever seen. Holy fuck, I think my ovaries just exploded. When he is standing next to the front desk, he gives me a genuine smile

“Hi, I’m Thomas Kane. I have an appointment with Matt.”

Oh my God! I think I just had a mini orgasm just from the sound of his voice. My mouth goes dry, and my panties are soaked. When he raises his eyebrow, I realize I haven't said anything.

“Oh… um… Hello Mr. Kane, Dr. Pillman will be out shortly. Is there anything I can get you while you wait?” I mentally bash my head into the desk.

What the fuck is wrong with me? Did I not just get done telling myself that I am not a girl who goes all goo-goo eyed at the first man I see? He looks down at my chest, and for a second, I think he is checking me out but when I look down to see what he is looking at I notice it is just my name tag.

“No thanks, Josephine McKinney, I’m all set.” He turns around and sits in the chair closest to my desk.

Oh wow. It just got way too hot in here. When the hell did the sound of my full name start sounding sexy? Do not fan yourself. Do not fan yourself. This is my new mantra until Matt comes out from the back

“Hi, Tom. How are you doing? Come on back.”

When they go into the back, I sink into my chair and allow myself to have a brief oh my God moment before shaking my head and setting to work on cleaning the office. By the time I'm done, it is four forty-five, and I only have fifteen minutes until I can leave.

I really need to take off these damn shoes and this stupid death trap that’s called a bra. I'm in the middle of fixing my girls when Tommy walks out of the back and literally catches me in mid-shake.

Wait... When did I come up with a nickname for him?

I see his cheeks flush and his mouth pop open. I quickly bend down and pretend that I am working on something at my desk as I feel my face turn bright red. It’s okay. It’s okay. It’s okay. He doesn’t know that I know that he caught me. It's all good. I really need to get out of the house more. I am starting to talk to myself a little bit too much.

When he clears his throat, I look up and give him the most cheerful smile I can muster.

“Oh hi Mr. Kane, I didn't see you there. Are you all set, or do we need to make you another appointment?”

“Uh… No, I’m all set, Josephine.”

“Okay, have a great day Mr. Kane.”

We stand there staring at each other until the door opens and Jules walks in.

“Hey, JoJo. You can go ahead and head home I’ll close up.” Matt tells me.

I look over to see Matt walking over to his girl. He doesn't have to tell me twice. I grab my bag and jacket before giving Jules a quick hug. “See ya later Jules. Don’t do anything I wouldn’t do.” I say as I walk out of the building. You will not look back. You will not look back. I tell myself as I start making my way to the diner.

Chapter Three

Thomas

Holy shit. I give a quick wave to Matt and Jules and jog out of his office. I am able to quickly tell she is going to the diner, so I just follow her. Following her gives me a chance to really take in what she is wearing.