The words swam before her eyes, blurring together. She blinked hard, trying to focus.
"Oh, fuck," Emily whispered, her voice cracking. "He says he loves me."
Sophia leaned in, eyes wide. "Whoa. That's... intense."
Emily laughed, a sharp, bitter sound. "Yeah, no shit. What am I supposed to do with that?"
She stared at the screen, her thumb hovering over the keyboard. The tequila churned in her stomach, threatening to make a reappearance.
"I can't... I can't deal with this right now," she muttered, tossing the phone aside. It landed face-down on the couch cushion, the message still glowing accusingly.
Sophia wrapped an arm around her shoulders. "Hey, it's okay. You don't have to fig
Emily nodded, her jaw set with determination despite her wobbling legs. Sophia reluctantly handed over the phone, hovering nearby like a protective mother hen.Taking a deep breath, Emily pressed the phone to her ear. "Hey daddy," she managed, her voice cracking slightly."Fuck," Lucas swore, his deep voice rumbling through the line. "Emily, baby girl, are you okay?"Emily let out a strangled laugh, running her free hand through her tangled hair. "I'm in shock, if I'm being honest," she admitted. "This is some seriously messed up shit."Lucas chuckled, the sound both familiar and strange in this new context. "It sounds like you're a bit drunk too, baby girl.""Yeah, well, tequila seemed like a good idea at the time," Emily mu
The harsh glare of neon lights assaulted Emily's eyes as she sank into the worn leather chair, her fingers already wrapping around the cool glass of her first shot. The bar buzzed with the usual Saturday night crowd, a cacophony of laughter and clinking glasses mingling with the thrumming bass of some forgotten rock anthem."Fuck me, I needed this," Emily muttered, knocking back the shot in one swift motion. The tequila burned a fiery path down her throat, settling warm and heavy in her gut.Sophia raised an eyebrow, already lining up their next round. "Slow down, tiger. We've got all night to drown your sorrows."Emily snorted, reaching for a chicken wing. "Right, because pacing myself has worked out so well lately."As she tore into the spicy meat, her mind drifted bac
Emily's fingers trembled as she dialed Lucas' number, her breath catching in her throat. The bar's ambient noise faded away, leaving only the thundering of her heartbeat in her ears."Hey, baby girl," Lucas' deep voice answered, sending a shiver down her spine."I know what I want," Emily blurted out, her words slurring slightly. "I want you, I need you, and fuck this twat." She gestured wildly at Ryan, nearly knocking over her empty shot glass.There was a pause on the other end. "Emily, who's there with you?"She hiccuped, glancing around the dimly lit bar. "I'm with Soph at the bar near my flat. We, uh, ran into Ryan.""Shit," Lucas muttered. "Are you okay?"Emily's mind raced,
As Lucas helped her to her feet, Emily felt the room spin. She stumbled, but his strong arms caught her, steadying her against his chest. The familiar scent of his cologne enveloped her, and she found herself nuzzling into him, seeking comfort."You can't be serious," Ryan's voice cut through the moment, dripping with disgust. "Dad, she's half your age!"Emily felt Lucas tense, but his voice remained calm. "This isn't the time or place, Ryan."As they moved towards the exit, Emily's thoughts raced. What the fuck had her life become? How had she ended up in this absurd situation? But even as the questions swirled, one thing remained crystal clear - the feeling of rightness in Lucas' arms."Fuck off, Ryan," she mumbled as they passed him, her filter completely gone. "You l
Emily's eyes fluttered open, the morning light filtering through the curtains and casting a soft glow across the room. Her head throbbed, a dull reminder of last night's tequila-fueled escapades. She found herself wrapped in one of Lucas' oversized t-shirts, the fabric soft against her skin and smelling faintly of his cologne."Shit," she muttered, trying to piece together the foggy memories of the previous night. Her gaze fell on Lucas, still fast asleep beside her, one muscular arm draped protectively over her waist.Emily's heart skipped a beat as she studied his face, relaxed in sleep. The lines of worry that often creased his forehead were smoothed away, making him look younger, almost vulnerable."How the fuck did I get so lucky?" she thought, a mix of awe and anxiety swirling in her gut. The reality of
His hands continued their exploration, mapping every inch of her body with reverent touches. Emily's breath caught in her throat as his fingers skimmed lower, teasing along her inner thighs."Daddy," she whimpered, her hips lifting involuntarily. "Don't make me beg."He chuckled, the sound sending shivers down her spine. "Oh baby girl," he said, his eyes locked on hers. "You know I enjoy having you beg."Emily gasped as Lucas' fingers slid inside her, her body arching instinctively. The sudden rush of pleasure made her head spin."Oh fuck," she breathed, barely able to form words.Lucas curled his fingers expertly, finding that perfect spot that made her see stars. Just as a cry of ecstasy was about to escape her lips,
His hand slid lower, teasing between her cheeks. Emily's breath caught, anticipation coiling hot in her belly. This was really happening. She trusted Lucas completely, and knew he'd make it good for her.As his finger circled her entrance, Emily let out a shaky exhale. "I'm ready, Daddy," she breathed. "Please..."Lucas' finger dipped inside her, just the tip, and Emily gasped at the new sensation. Her body tensed instinctively."Relax, baby girl," Lucas murmured, his other hand stroking her hair. "I've got you."Emily took a deep breath, willing herself to relax. As she did, Lucas' finger slid deeper."That's it," he praised. "You're doing so well."The praise sent a thrill
Lucas groaned, his fingers still working inside her. Emily's hips bucked involuntarily, chasing the sensation.Christ, she thought hazily. I've never wanted anything this badly in my life."You want it all, don't you?" Lucas growled. "Greedy little thing."Emily nodded frantically. "Yes, daddy. Please. I'm yours."She felt him shift, adjusting his position. The head of his cock pressed against her entrance, teasing. Emily bit her lip, stifling a moan.Fuck, she needed him inside her now. The ache was unbearable."Remember," Lucas warned, "You have to stay quiet. Can you do that for daddy?"Emily nodded again, not trusting h
Emily leaned forward, her green eyes bright with conviction. "Soph, I'm going to tell you what you told me. You won't know if you don't try. There's nothing wrong with getting your freak on, and being conflicted is totally reasonable, but it doesn't mean the only option is pulling the plug."Sophia snorted, but a hint of a smile tugged at her lips. "Using my own words against me, huh? That's low, Carter.""Hey, if the advice fits," Emily shrugged, grinning. Her expression softened as she continued, "Look, maybe what you should be doing is figuring out what your boundaries are so you have time to get used to it before you need to tell Jake."Sophia's brow furrowed. "Boundaries? Like what, a safe word for my ego?"Emily rolled her eyes. "I'm serious, Soph. What are you com
Emily leaned forward, her green eyes glinting with curiosity. "So, what exactly did you two get up to? Any juicy details you can share?"Sophia shifted in her seat, the wine glass cool against her fingers. "Oh, you know. Just basic 'do as you're told' stuff." She took a long sip, buying time. Fuck it, she thought. In for a penny... "And, uh, orgasm denial."Emily's eyebrows shot up. "Orgasm denial? Damn, girl. You jumped right into the deep end, didn't you?"Sophia felt her cheeks flush. "Yeah, well. It was... intense." She remembered Jake's fingers teasing her, bringing her to the edge over and over. Her thighs clenched involuntarily."I bet," Emily said with a knowing smirk. "How'd you handle that?"Sophia snorted. "It was
Lucas greeted them at the door, his quiet "Evening, ladies" a stark contrast to Emily's exuberance. Sophia felt herself relax a fraction as she stepped into the cozy living room, inhaling the mouthwatering aroma of whatever was simmering in the kitchen."Wine?" Lucas offered, already moving towards an open bottle on the counter."God, yes," Sophia replied fervently. She accepted the generously filled glass with a grateful nod, sinking into a chair at the dining table.Emily plopped down across from her, practically vibrating with poorly contained glee. Sophia braced herself for the inevitable interrogation."Sooooo," Emily sang, drawing out the word. "Were you texting Jake?"Sophia took a long sip of wine, buying hersel
Flopping onto the sofa, Sophia dug her spoon into the ice cream and flicked on the TV. Jeremy Kyle's voice filled the room as she curled her legs underneath her."You ARE the father!" Jeremy declared dramatically onscreen.Sophia snorted. "No shit, Sherlock. Look at those matching unibrows."As she shoveled another spoonful of ice cream into her mouth, her mind drifted back to last night. Jake's hands exploring her body, his lips on her neck, the way he'd pinned her wrists..."Fuck," she groaned, squeezing her thighs together. Her eyes darted to her phone on the coffee table. Should she text him? It had been mind-blowing sex, but Sophia wasn't looking for anything serious. Maybe she could proposition him for a casual arrangement?"Get it together, Bennett," she chided herself. "You're not a lovesick teenager."But as she tried to focus on Jeremy Kyle's latest DNA test reveal, all she could think about was Jake's sculpted abs and the way he'd whispered "little one" in her ear.Sophia
Sophia's eyes fluttered open, consciousness creeping in along with a dull ache in her muscles. She rolled over, arm reaching out, but found only cold sheets beside her. "Jake?" she mumbled, voice rough with sleep. No response.She sat up, blinking in the harsh morning light streaming through the gap in the curtains. The room was empty, Jake's clothes no longer strewn across the floor where they'd been hastily discarded the night before. "Well, shit," Sophia muttered, running a hand through her tangled curls. A folded piece of paper on the pillow next to her caught her eye. She snatched it up, unfolding it with fingers that trembled slightly.A phone number was scrawled across the paper, along with the words "Text me later, little one."Sophia stared at the note, a mix of emotions swirling in her chest. Part of her wanted to crumple it up and toss it in the bin. Another part wanted to grab her phone and text him right that second."Get a grip, Soph," she told herself. "It was just a
"Lay down on your back, knees bent, legs open, hands above your head," Jake commanded, his voice low and gravelly.Sophia felt a shiver run through her body as she complied. "Yes, sir," she breathed, arranging herself on the plush hotel bed.Her heart raced as Jake knelt between her parted thighs. His blue eyes burned with intensity as they roamed over her exposed form. Sophia fought the urge to squirm under his gaze.Jake's lips lifted in a slight smirk as he lowered his head. He pressed a feather-light kiss to her ankle, then slowly made his way up her calf.'Fuck,' Sophia thought, her breath catching. 'How does he make this feel so good?'When Jake reached the sensitive skin of her inner thigh, Sophia couldn't contain a whimper. His stubble rasped deliciously against her flesh as he nipped and sucked marks onto her skin."Jake, please," she gasped, her hips lifting involuntarily.He chuckled darkly. "Patience, little one. I'm savouring you."Finally, finally, his mouth landed on he
ANYTHING FOR YOU, SOPHIA: Chapter TwoJake's strong hands caught Sophia's wrists, pinning them behind her back in one fluid motion. A thrill shot through her as he hooked his feet over her ankles, spreading her legs apart."Thought you could tease me, huh?" Jake's voice was low and husky in her ear.Sophia's breath hitched. "Maybe I like teasing you."His free hand danced up the inside of her thigh, leaving goosebumps in its wake. "And maybe I like putting you in your place."She squirmed against his grip, torn between wanting to break free and aching for his touch. "My place? And where exactly is that?"Jake's fingers finally reached her core, eliciting a gasp. "At my mercy.""Cocky bastard," Sophia muttered, even as her hips bucked involuntarily, the movement splashing water everywhere.His chuckle vibrated against her back. "You love it."She bit her lip, refusing to give him the satisfaction. But as his fingers began to move in maddening circles, coherent thought fled. All she cou
The night of the gallery opening...The breeze ruffled Sophia's auburn curls as she leaned into Jake's warm embrace. His fingers traced lazy patterns on her waist, sending delicious shivers up her spine."Bet you a tenner Lucas and Emily are plotting their bedroom antics right now," Sophia whispered, nodding towards the couple walking ahead.Jake's deep chuckle vibrated against her. "No bet. Those two are probably scheduling positions by the hour."Sophia snorted, her hazel eyes dancing with mischief.Jake grinned, his sun-bleached hair falling rakishly over one eye. He leaned in, his lips brushing her ear. "But then… I've got plans for you that'd make a sailor blush."Heat pooled in Sophia's belly. Damn, she’s known him mere hours and the man knew how to push her buttons. She forced herself to focus on the little shops and houses lining the street. Anything to distract from the growing ache between her thighs."You're all talk, Summers," she retorted, aiming for nonchalance and missi
As Lucas mixed batter and the bacon began to sizzle, Emily poured two steaming mugs of coffee. She breathed in the scent, savouring the moment.Fuck, when did domesticity start feeling so damn good? she wondered, watching Lucas flip a pancake with practiced ease. The sight of him, all tousled hair and relaxed muscles, stirred something warm in her chest."What're you thinking about?" Lucas asked, catching her stare.Emily sipped her coffee, buying time. "Just... how nice this is," she admitted softly.Lucas set down the spatula and walked over to her, his movements fluid and deliberate. He stood behind Emily, his warmth enveloping her as he pressed a gentle kiss to her shoulder."It is nice, yes," he murmured agai