She studied my face for a moment, and I saw acceptance in her eyes.
“Goodnight, Ty.” She leaned up and kissed me back.
“Night.” I caught her lips again and kissed gently for a moment longer. She tasted so good. Her tongue touched mine. My body ached for her, and I wanted to sink myself deep inside, if only for a moment. No. Somehow, I found the will to pull away. It didn’t help that her breasts spilled from that damn teddy. “Roll over.” I ordered, and she did. I tucked her back to my front again, and I held her close to my chest. “Go to sleep.” I tucked my nose into her hair and allowed myself to relax. The last thing I remembered was the sound of her even breathing while the rain and winds fought the good fight outside the window.
My mouth was dry as cotton when I woke with a start fro
