MEREDITH'S POV Max’s kiss left my lips tingling as we were ushered on the property. The sound of the roaring crowd of paparazzi faded as we moved forward. I gazed up at the mansion with fascination. It was a modern-looking building painted in pearl white, which caused the building to glow in the sunlight. It took us fifteen minutes to walk the driveway and reach the house. The cobbled walkway was painted in yellow with pink and white roses lining the edges. My eyes couldn't figure out what was making the windows glisten like that. Diamonds, maybe? My views then moved to the brass-studded door, and written above it in gold and gems were the words; MCTAVISH ESTATES, in bold letters. As we walked up the stone-flagged path to that huge front door, I noticed Blake watching me. "You and Max, huh?" She mouthed, falling into step with me. She took my hand as we strolled along behind Max. Blake had a good few inches on me, so I had to tilt my head to look up at her. She was ver
MAXIMILIAN'S POVI was tired, and I just wanted to get this weekend over with and done. I strolled around the back where the pool was and saw mom and dad lounging. My dad noticed me first. He greeted me with a beaming smile as he stood up for a hug. "Look who's here," he said, squeezing my shoulders tightly."It's good to see you, dad." I returned his enthusiasm. I was truly happy to see him. "Oh Max! Max, my baby!" Mother got excited. She practically pushed dad aside so she could get her hug. "Oh I missed you so much," she sniffled, squeezing me so hard I thought my lungs would collapse. "Come now, woman. This is a reunion, not a funeral, so there will be no crying," dad chuckled. "Shut up, you old fart," Mom scolded him, pulling away from me so she could slap him with her sombrero. "Come here, and I'll show you who's an old fart," dad grinned, grabbing mom by her wrist and pulling her into his chest. He sniffed her hair before he began kissing her neck. It was too early for thi
MEREDITH'S POV"Wait, you're actually going to be sleeping in the same bed as him?" Brenda cried out over the phone. I was in such a rush to get dressed I didn't have time to dry my hair, so all I did was combed it out and put it up in a neat bun. I just couldn't face Max after he mentioned to me about our sleeping arrangements. I ran out of that bedroom faster than a cheetah on steroids before he got out of the shower."Yes, Bren. He said he asked the housemaid to put our things in the same room," I sighed. Then I wondered why someone else brought our things up and not the maid. Anyway, I shook that part out of my mind. "What am I gonna do? I can't sleep with him." I fretted, strolling away from the chaos of the mansion, trying to get to somewhere more quiet. My feet mindlessly led me off the main floor. "Too late for that," Brenda giggled. I rolled my eyes. "This is not funny," I scoffed, roaming the corridors of this gigantic mansion. "If you keep laughing, I won't show you this
MEREDITH'S POV"I didn't mean to. I got lost and was just trying to navigate my way back to the dining hall," I hissed, as his fingers pinched at my flesh. "What did you see? Better yet, what did you hear?" He demanded answers. I swallowed, blinking back the tears in my eyes. That scene from Twilight flashed inside my head when Laurent caught Bella alone walking in the woods and an apparition of Edward appeared before her eyes, warning her of danger. A voice in the back of my head whispered. 'Lie to him.'Trying to keep myself calm and not run off screaming bloody murder, I opened my mouth to speak. "I saw you talking with that maid, but I didn't hear much of what you were saying." My speech came out sounding fumbled. Even I didn't believe my own words. He stared at me through slits, clenching his jaws while his grip tightened around my arm. 'Lie better,' the voice barked in my head. I released a goofy laugh, acting as if his grip on me didn't bother me. "You don't know how hap
MAXIMILIAN'S POV"Meredith, I see you've met the family dog," I clenched my jaw as I spoke. Meredith gasped and I realized she could feel the tension between us, but I wasn't prepared to explain why I was so angry with my younger brother. "Ah, big brother, I was just talking about you with your — lady friend.""She's my girlfriend, and I'd appreciate it if you stayed away from both of us for the rest of our stay here," I told him. He always did this even as a child. He only wanted something only if he knew I had already possessed it. That sadistic smile of his was making me uneasy. I had no intention of talking to him this weekend. My plan was to ignore him like he was invisible, or he didn't exist. But seeing him engaging with Meredith, I had tell him to back off. I didn't care if he was blood. I would break his arm this time if he touched what was mine. "Why? We got along so well when we were alone in the East Wing. Didn't we, sweetheart?" Asher winked at Meredith and I tightened
MEREDITH'S POV"You seem nervous."I glanced over to see Blake giving me a weary look. "Is it that obvious?" I nibbled on my bottom lip. "You're sweating like a pig," she pointed out. "Don't worry, Max's parents will love you.""Do you really think so?" I asked. I really needed someone to tell me that this evening would go smoothly. "Absolutely. You're a very nice girl. What's not to love?" Blake cupped my chin. "They'll take one look at you and fall in love," she finished with a warm smile. "Thank you. I feel much better," I nodded. "You're a good friend."She dropped her hand from my face. "I guess you've officially friend zoned me, but I understand. Your heart belongs to him."My stomach fluttered, agreeing with Blake's statement. Maybe tonight I should just tell Max how I felt, once and for all. If he didn't feel the same way, then so be it. The way Blake was staring at me, I had to addressed the elephant in the room. Our kiss. "I'm sorry I kissed you that day. I was just cu
MAXIMILIAN'S POV I didn't realize that my feet were taking me to the door that led to the pool outside rather than the dining room. I suppose I could spend a few minutes calming down before enduring dinner with Asher and Kimmy. I rested my back against the bar counter, enjoying the refreshing night air. I couldn't get the images of Meredith in that peach silk dress out of my mind. She looked so delicious. She didn't know the extent of her effect on me; the fragrance of her bare skin, with no lotions or perfumes, was one of the finest, most intoxicating smells I've ever inhaled. I felt uncomfortable with Asher trying to bond with her so quickly. I figured he would try to hit on her simply to play games with me. I refused to let that happen. With a sigh, I ran my palms over my face. I quickly came to the conclusion that I wouldn't become any calmer than I was now. That was when I noticed the devil approaching me. Oh, God!! Why me? I would much rather be hit by a bolt of lightning
MAXIMILIAN'S POVI felt victorious knowing that Kimmy had no effect on me. I believe I finally found the closure I needed after I pushed her into the pool. I'd come to see that she was just an opportunist. That night, as I headed home to share the news of my sixty-billion-dollar deal with her, I never got to tell her because I found her in bed with my brother. Asher and I had became a bit close the short while he lived with me. We kinda opened up to each other, so after he confided to me that mom and dad cut off his expenses, he begged me not to say anything to Kimmy because he was too embarrassed. The puzzle pieces were finally coming together. Asher likely informed Kimmy that he would inherit our father's company, which Kimmy believed had a higher value than my business. That was the only reason I could come up with for her cheating on me with him. I found myself laughing as I understood that Kimmy never truly loved me. She loved my money. And now that she knew I gained more weal
MAXIMILIAN'S POV"Oh Max," Meredith whispered as she arched her back and rode me like she was a jockey and I was her stallion. My toes curled, while I tried my best not to explode too soon. Her sweet little pussy was squeezing the life out of my cock. She must have been born to ride dick because she was doing it like a fucking pro. "Meredith!" I moaned. "I don't want you to stop. Keep going," I begged her. I watched her through hooded eyes as she played with her nipples while she bit down on her lips. She rocked back and forth on my shaft like she was a rider at the rodeo. I was flabbergasted when she pulled me up into a sitting position, circling her hands around my neck. She slowed down, changing the tempo. Now she rotated her waistline slowly; more sensual. She made sure to gaze into my eyes as she did this. "Oh Max, you feel so big inside of me," she moaned, throwing her head back and chewing on her bottom lip. "I'm loving how you're filling up my pussy."Her dirty talk was a
MEREDITH'S POVI was breathing way too heavily as Max closed his bedroom door behind us. Why did my body have to react like this every time I was in a room alone with this man? My body tensed when he swift passed me and walked up to the closet. He opened the door and stepped inside. He shuffled around in there. I couldn't see him, but the sounds he was making in there told me he was taking off his suit. He emerged from the closet around two minutes later wearing a grey sweatpants and a black t-shirt. "You have eight minutes Meredith," his rough voice sounded. He plopped on the bed with his back leaning against the headboard and his eyes straining on me. "Make them count."I took a deep breath before I spoke. "I read something online, and I wanted to hear it from you.""You g00gled me?" He smirked. "You're a smart girl and should know that not everything you read on the internet is true.""I know that," I argued. "That's why I'm here, trying to get answers.""OK then. What's the ques
MAXIMILIAN'S POV"This weekend sucks ass," I complained to Paxton over the phone. I was angry with father for making such a rash decision, and with mother for wanting us to act like we were one big happy family. I didn't like acting. I prefer to tell the truth and be myself. I needed to blow off some steam and when I say steam, I meant make sweet love to Meredith. Her sleeping in Blake's room was the worst punch in the gut for the night. This wasn't how I saw us spending our first night here together. Blake, I scoffed. She had been wiggling her way in between us since the day I met her. Why did she have to be such a nuisance?"Yeah, well, what do you expect if I'm not there." Paxton's chuckles reminded me I was still on the phone with him. I was in a stupor, but not a drunken one. I was in a 'I miss and crave Meredith's company' one. "Ha ha. Very funny," I sighed. "So, where's my girl?" He asked. I could tell he was pulling my chain by the playful tone of his voice. "Who Brenda?
MEREDITH'S POV "Enough!" Mrs. McTavish shouted. "Surely, you three can spend one measly weekend with us and not fight like you are enemies," her voice broke, and I felt sorry for her. All she wanted was for her children to get along. Max relaxed in his seat with an embarrassed look on his face. Asher, however, still had that mischievous smirk plastered on his lips. "Your mother's right. If you two want to hash it out, then you'll do it when we go hunting tomorrow," their father announced. “Maybe bringing them around shotguns isn’t a good idea,” their mother sighed. "We're sorry, mother," Max apologized. "Don't cry mom," Genny added when she saw the older woman dramatically placing the back of her palm on her forehead and making sobbing sounds. Maybe I was sitting too far away because I didn't see one tear slide down her cheeks. "Mother we didn't mean to upset you," Asher let out. "I remember when you three were younger and that kid with the lisp, William pushed Asher do
MEREDITH'S POV"Don't look, but the ice queen is staring daggers at you right now," Blake whispered to me. I felt it, the burning stares on the tail of my neck. That Kimmy lady must be eyeing me with disdain right about now. "Alright Meredith, just relax," Blake mentioned, and I inhaled and exhaled. "Now laugh like I just said something funny." "What?" I mumbled. "Just follow my lead," Blake suggested as she held my palm, throwing her head back and laughing sweetly. What the hell. Might as well. I began giggling like an idiot, too. We were there laughing when all of a sudden I heard someone shout, "YOU'RE IN LOVE WITH HER!"I literally could feel Kimmy's gaze leaving the back of my neck. My skin almost felt cold. I guess she was staring at the person who had just yelled and disrupted the meal. I followed Blake's eyes as they settled on Genny, Max's sister. Mr. and Mrs. McTavish dropped their utensils onto their plates. Mrs. McTavish quickly wiped her mouth with a silk napkin befor
MAXIMILIAN'S POVThe wine was smooth as it trickled down my throat and into my gut. The air was getting thick, and the AC wasn't doing a great job of keeping my temperature down. Wearing this suit made me feel like I was stuck inside a furnace. I loosened my collar and tie. Furthermore, I couldn't believe father had promised Asher the company. I thought he would have at least called a family meeting so we could discuss who was the best fit to run the business after he retired. Asher was not ready. In fact, I didn't believe he would ever be ready for such a huge and important role. Genny also voiced her displeasure. However, mother quickly scolded us, saying this wasn't the right time or place for a debate. "That's enough children!" Mother scolded. "This is not a good time to discuss this. We have guests and besides, Max hasn't introduced Genny to his new girlfriend," Mother let out as she looked over at my date. Right, I needed to calm down before I smashed Asher's face on the tabl
MEREDITH'S POVI was bored out of my freaking mind sitting at this excessively large table with people who kept staring at me as if I were beneath them. "So Maribel what's your last name?" Mr. McTavish asked while he cut into his bloodied steak. His fork scraping over the crockery made a sound that reminded me of car drawing brakes. "Father, for the last time, her name is Meredith," Max emphasized to his dad while drinking his wine. I shot him the dirtiest look I could muster. I could fight my own battles. "I apologize for that son. I just want to get to know the woman who has stolen my firstborn's heart," Mr. McTavish snickered as he placed a piece of the meat in his mouth. He tossed his head up so he could look over at me. "So your family's name, Meredith." Specks of saliva flew as he spoke my name. Max's dad was smug for a little old man. Quite intimidating, too. He still displayed strong muscles along with a slight belly, but at over sixty years old, he looked really good. Now
MAXIMILIAN'S POVI felt victorious knowing that Kimmy had no effect on me. I believe I finally found the closure I needed after I pushed her into the pool. I'd come to see that she was just an opportunist. That night, as I headed home to share the news of my sixty-billion-dollar deal with her, I never got to tell her because I found her in bed with my brother. Asher and I had became a bit close the short while he lived with me. We kinda opened up to each other, so after he confided to me that mom and dad cut off his expenses, he begged me not to say anything to Kimmy because he was too embarrassed. The puzzle pieces were finally coming together. Asher likely informed Kimmy that he would inherit our father's company, which Kimmy believed had a higher value than my business. That was the only reason I could come up with for her cheating on me with him. I found myself laughing as I understood that Kimmy never truly loved me. She loved my money. And now that she knew I gained more weal
MAXIMILIAN'S POV I didn't realize that my feet were taking me to the door that led to the pool outside rather than the dining room. I suppose I could spend a few minutes calming down before enduring dinner with Asher and Kimmy. I rested my back against the bar counter, enjoying the refreshing night air. I couldn't get the images of Meredith in that peach silk dress out of my mind. She looked so delicious. She didn't know the extent of her effect on me; the fragrance of her bare skin, with no lotions or perfumes, was one of the finest, most intoxicating smells I've ever inhaled. I felt uncomfortable with Asher trying to bond with her so quickly. I figured he would try to hit on her simply to play games with me. I refused to let that happen. With a sigh, I ran my palms over my face. I quickly came to the conclusion that I wouldn't become any calmer than I was now. That was when I noticed the devil approaching me. Oh, God!! Why me? I would much rather be hit by a bolt of lightning