“It certainly does. I hope that means you’re staying. I’ve never seen Joel look so relaxed and happy. And that’s due to you. And those two adorable boys of yours. Goodness, if you ever need a babysitter please let me know. I’d love it.”
“Thank you.”
“No, thank you. You make him happy. And any fool can see from the way he watches you that he adores you. I didn’t think I’d ever see him fall for someone like he has for you.”
She should protest, tell Molly that what they had wasn’t like that. But the declaration died on her tongue. She wished it were the case, with all her heart. To have Joel fall in love with her would be her dream come true.
“Joel? Where are you?”
“In here.”
She moved into the large walk-in closet attached to his bedroom. This house was the height of luxury and the wardrobe was no exception. It was bigger than most people’s bedrooms.
She saw him place some clothes into a suitcase and frowned. “Gwen said you wanted to see me? Are you going away?”
“Actually, we are.”
She frowned. “We are? With the boys? Why didn’t you tell me?” Travelling with two small boys wasn’t that easy.
He stepped forward, took hold of her shoulders. “I love those two boys, but I want to have you all to myself for a night. I’ve spoken to Gwen, and she and Thomas are more than happy to stay over.”
He loved them? She shook off that thought as the rest of his words penetrated.
“Away for the night? Would we be far?”
“About an hour away. A cabin in the woods that I own.” He tilted her chin up. “Before you decide, you should know that I’m going to push you. I will be fully in charge from the time we leave here.”
She sucked in a breath.
“Do you trust me?”
“Yes, Sir.”
“Hmm. I’m not sure. You trust me with your safety. With your body. But you still guard yourself the rest of the time. You’re scared I’ll leave you.”
But wouldn’t he eventually? This was temporary, right? Except the other day in the pool, he’d told her how important she and the boys were to him.
“I know we haven’t talked of a future. I never wanted a family. But I care for you and those boys more than I do anyone else in my life. I want it all, Aspen. Will you trust me enough to do this?”
What was he saying? That he wanted more? Her breath caught in her throat, she felt dizzy but she managed to nod.
“Yes. I can.”
He smiled. “Good girl.”
She waited until he came around and opened her door, knowing better than to try and climb out of the vehicle on her own. She’d just find herself thrown over the hood, skirt above her ass, getting spanked. And, yes, she knew that from experience.
He held a hand out to help her down. The hour-long trip had been an exercise in control. He hadn’t allowed her to wear underwear and, as soon as they had reached the outskirts of Haven, he’d made her spread her legs, which had pushed her short skirt up over her thighs. He’d ordered her to place her hands under her ass and not move them. Then he’d proceeded to tease her for the entire trip. It had been absolute torture. Especially since he’d kept pulling back every time she’d gotten close to the edge.
So now the folds of her pussy were coated with her juices, her clit was full and throbbing, and her nipples had peaked against her tank top.
Needless to say, he’d picked out her clothes. He’d also packed her suitcase. It hadn’t been easy to hold back her protest or try to take over. But he’d made it very clear that he was in charge this weekend.
Totally.
She shivered at the thought. The boys were in safe hands. Gwen had promised to call if there were any problems. She had no other responsibilities or cares.
It was freeing.