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Jaded Cooking Up a Storm
SicilySicily took the long way back to her house, trying to get into a more peaceful mood before having to go up to the bakery. It had been a long year of transitions, and it wasn't over just yet. Drake's confession about Demetri needing help and not asking for it was a little overwhelming. Where she would stand beside him no matter what, leaving her bakery and comfortable life and moving to the heart of the mafia was terrifying. She needed to talk to her brother about it, but he would have nothing good to say.Sadly enough, he was the only one that might understand what she was getting herself into though. He'd throw a big fit, but it was part of his charm."He didn't say you guys were going back to Chicago. Stop it." She shook her head and pulled up to the house. Everyone was gone, and staying at the house sounded like bliss, but knowing about Drake's allergies put that hope on hold. She parked and got out, chuckling at how silly the man was.Why in the world wouldn't he have simpl
Jaded Unwelcome
DrakeThey'd wrapped up the open house at Sicily's bakery and made it back to his place just as the storm hit. Where he'd hoped to spend the night snuggled up watching movies before making love, Sicily didn't make it past the previews on the first one. He carried her to bed and held her all night, not getting much sleep himself.D was in trouble. The only decision was whether to step in and help him before he asked for it, or to wait and hope that he didn't.It seemed like a dick move not to try and support his brother, but it wasn't just him anymore. It was Sicily now too. That meant asking her to change her life completely, and he wasn't willing to do that just yet.The situation ran through his mind until the sun came up the next morning, leaving him achy, tired and slightly moody. He reached over and ran his hand down the curve of her hip as they lay in bed together."Morning, baby doll. You ready to get moving around? We need to get on the road soon. Another storm is going to hit
Jaded Mama's Kitchen
SicilyThe house was full of family, not just her siblings and their kids, but a few random aunts and uncles too. It was like it always was around the holidays - suffocating, and yet fun."Did you guys hit any of that storm?" Sicily's brother, Paulo, moved into the kitchen doorway and leaned against the frame."No. We got out just before it hit. We got some really bad snow last night though." Sicily turned to face her brother and smiled. "You've lost weight.""Hell yeah. Wendy said I could lose thirty pounds, or she would find someone else to make her howl at night." He shrugged and walked into the kitchen, going straight for the fridge. "I told her to lay off my ass for the holidays. I love Momma’s cooking, and I assume you're going to make everything she used to make?""Sure am." Sicily chopped an onion, a little worried about Drake, but knowing it was silly. Her two youngest brother's had him on the couch, watching something on TV that had all three of them yelling at the top of th
Jaded Not Friends Yet
Drake"You sure you're ready to go?" Drake reached up and touched the side of Sicily's face.Her brother Johnny walked by and gave Drake a nasty glare. "Hands off my sister, punk ass."Drake chuckled and moved toward Johnny as Sicily turned and pressed her back to Drake's chest. "Stop it. The two of you are going to have to stop walking around this place like you both own me. I'm my own woman and I own my damned self."Johnny's eyes widened.Drake had to guess that the cute little woman pressed against him didn't usually stick up to her family too often. He knew quite well that she wasn't going to put up with any shit, but maybe her family was new to this side of her?"Hey, man," Drake started and moved around Sicily, "I'm in love with your sister. Regardless of how you feel about me, I'm going to love her like no other man would. I'd give her the moon, the house of her dreams, anything she wanted.""And what if all you can give her is death and destruction? I know who you are, asshol
Jaded A Night on the Town
Sicily"Wow. This place is...""Fancy?" Drake asked as he pulled out her chair. "I heard they have the best steaks in New York.""Something tells me that you're probably right." Sicily sat down, feeling way underdressed for the steakhouse Drake had brought her to. He had on a sports coat over his jeans and white polo, and looked like a million bucks. The best thing in her suitcase was a plain white skirt and a blue sweater with winter boots. She felt cute, but that didn't seem like enough."Evening, folks. Glad to have you in the city and here with us tonight for dinner. May I make some suggestions?" The server wore a white pressed shirt, black slacks and a tux jacket.Sicily sat quietly as Drake encouraged the guy to give his spiel. Once he was done, Drake ordered their drinks and an appetizer. He moved his seat closer to hers and draped his arm over the back of her chair. "You look amazing.""You're just being sweet." She smiled and worked to get her napkin in her lap, not wanting t
Jaded It's Going Down
DrakeThe night was filled with him and Sicily taking turns to explore each other. By the end of it, he was weak, exhausted and completely infatuated with the beautiful woman tucked against him. Not ever being able to sleep well, he was shocked when he woke the next morning to the smell of bacon and the sound of Sicily talking.He jolted up in the bed, worried that he had missed something. "Baby?""Right here." She opened the various trays sitting on the counter by the TV. "I ordered room service because I didn't want to get dressed yet. Besides, it's snowing like crazy out there."He dropped back down and ran his hand over his chest, watching her as she moved around in a large fluffy white robe. She looked adorable. Sexy."Mine," he grumbled and pulled the covers up. "You know that? You're mine.""I know, you gorilla. You made that more than obvious last night." She nibbled on a piece of bacon and walked over to sit down on the edge of the bed. "You want some?""Of course I do." He r
Jaded Just the Siblings
Sicily"You sure you don't want to come with me?" Sicily forced a pout on her face. She knew without a doubt that Drake would do anything she wanted him to, but shopping was too much. Having some time with her brother and sister for the afternoon would be fun for her, but most likely a drag of sorts. Especially seeing that the brother going was Johnny."I’m sure, beautiful girl." He pulled up to her mother's house. "I'll catch up with you this afternoon.""Will you take me out to see my momma’s grave before we have to get ready for dinner and church?" She leaned over and touched the side of his handsome face. Butterflies danced in her stomach, which seemed silly, but she hoped that he would always have such a strong pull on her."Of course I will." He leaned in and kissed her softly before deepening it a little. She opened herself up, letting him in as he rolled his tongue past her, dominating the kiss in a way that made her blood boil."Behave." She pulled back and smiled."You're th
Jaded Live with Me
Sicily"What did you do while I was shopping?" Sicily stood beside Drake later that afternoon as he loaded up the truck with her packages."I was taking a nap honestly." He put the last of them in the truck and gave her a look. "What in the world did you get?""Presents for all of our friends and something for you." She shrugged and walked around the truck, getting in on her side.He got in and buckled up as the scent of his cologne filled her nose. She breathed in deeper and let out an appreciative growl.Drake chuckled. "What was that for?""You smell good.""Stop diverting. You shouldn't have gotten all those gifts, baby.""Why not? We didn't fly. We'll just put them all in the back seat when we go back home, right?""It's not about where to put them on the ride home, Sis. It's about you spending your hard-earned money on gifts for us. We don't need anything, at least I don't. I have you, baby. That's more than enough." He pulled out his wallet. "Let me give you some money so you c
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