Preston’s smile grew bigger. “Sure!”
The moment he came bouncing back up the stairs I knew I was in trouble. He couldn’t stay away from me any more than I could stay away from him.
Opening the door and heading up the stairs, I glanced over my shoulder. “I’ll have you know I’m breaking all my rules here.”
Letting out a chuckle, Preston asked, “How so?”
Walking up to the coffee table, I reached down and turned the television on. “I’m watching a movie with an Irish, crazy-tradition, sock-wearing Red Sox fan.”
Preston flopped down on my sofa and laughed. “Bring on the movie.”
Dropping my keys on the coffee table, I sat down next to Preston and snuggled into his side as he surfed for a movie. When Pri
de and Prejudice flashed across the television and Preston kept it on the movie, my heart about stopped. This was my all-time favorite movie ever. Of course, a true Pride and Prejudice fan would have a worn-out copy of the book always close by, like I did—on my nightstand. I would beg Trey to watch this movie with me and he always said no. “Is this okay, Harmony?”
I barely got the words out. “Yep. This is perfect.” Just like Preston was perfect. Closing my eyes, I settled more into Preston’s side.
Jesus H. Christ. Why does he have to be a Sox fan?
Chapter 12
A Night to Remember
Preston
Harmony had fallen asleep almost immediately. By the time the movie was over, my arm was so asleep it felt like pins sticking me every time she moved an inch.
Looking at her, I smiled. She was sleeping so peacefully, I hated to move her. Looking around, I saw a blanket lying across the back of the sofa. Reaching for it, I pulled it over Harmony and somewhat adjusted my body so I was lying on the sofa and had Harmony wrapped in my arms.
This is not good. So not good.
Moaning internally, I closed my eyes. Jesus, this is so good. So very good.
No. No, this is not good. Friends. We are just friends.
Harmony let out a small whimper. Pulling her in closer to me, her body completely relaxed. Fighting to keep my eyes open, I finally gave up the battle and drifted off to sleep. As much as I didn’t want to admit it, holding Harmony in my arms felt amazing. I’d never felt so complete in my entire life.
As sleep took over, I whispered, “Just friends.”
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Harmony moved slightly in my arms as I held her against me. Even though every inch of me was aching and I was sure my body would cramp the moment I stood up, I prayed like hell it wasn’t morning yet. This was for sure going to be a night I would never forget.
I inhaled a deep breath, and Harmony’s scent filled my senses. That’s when I heard Harmony clear her throat.
Wow. Harmony sure has a deep morning voice.
Opening my eyes, I saw Jake sitting on the coffee table wearing a wide grin. I glanced down to see Harmony snuggled up against me with my arms wrapped around her.
“You’re sure holding on to her for dear life,” Jake whispered.
Giving Jake a dirty look, I mouthed, “Screw you.” I was almost positive Jake knew I had feelings for his sister. Hell, I was holding on to her for dear life as I slept on the sofa with her.
Smiling bigger, he leaned over and looked at Harmony. “She sure is sleeping peacefully.”
“My arm is about to fall off,” I whispered.
Harmony moved about and then stretched. Opening her eyes, she saw Jake smiling at her.