ETHANI knew that speaking up wasn't exactly what Anna intended; she would tear me apart. I stared at the blonde sitting beside me on the couch. I was being a jerk to her too. Using Ashley just to push Ellie away. Bringing her here probably made her think I was interested. She would be disappointed when I took her home at the end of the night.“Excuse me,” I told her, and she simply smiled and nodded.I followed Anna down the hallway, each of her steps heavy with anger. I stopped as she did the same in front of me."What the hell is wrong with you, thinking you can bring that woman here?"I didn't have an answer. And I was already expecting this reaction, so I decided to stay silent. She shook her head, furious."She didn't deserve this. She was willing to risk everything for you. And is this what you do?""I can't give her what she wants...""No, you can't, because you're a coward! That's what you are! But that woman... that amazing woman with traumas you can't even imagine, she had
ETHAN When I finally got home, I opened a bottle of whiskey and sank into the chair in my office in a failed attempt to get some work done. I knew I wouldn't be able to sleep. What I was feeling was a huge void. There was only one thing on my mind, and closing my eyes didn't make any difference. Because the only thing I could see was her face, and when I took a deep breath, I could almost smell her perfume. How could I let this happen? Even with my attempt to keep a safe distance, she had succeeded. Will thought I was a coward for not letting anyone in, but what he didn't know was that she had already done that. And that was enough to bring back the familiar pain that had accompanied me for a long time. It tied a knot in my throat and tightened my chest. But there was always something bigger than all of this, something that made me hesitate and kept me safe. Fear. It was the only thing left from my shitty relationship. It was always with me, serving as a reminder that if I s
ETHAN What the fuck did that mean? I didn't even want to imagine. I swallowed hard, feeling my blood heat up as I clenched my fists. The damn guy furrowed his brow."Can I help you?"Help? I used all my self-control not to punch him in the face."Where is Ellie?" I asked through gritted teeth, clenching my jaw tightly."I don't know who you are or what you did to leave her in that state, but I think you should just leave. She doesn't need someone like you."I took a deep breath, holding myself back from breaking all the bastard's teeth."Sure, because you're the perfect guy for her, aren't you?" I spat out the words with as much sarcasm as I could muster.Maybe I wasn't the best for Ellie, but the worm in front of me wasn't worth much more. "I'm not interested in wasting my breath on you. Where is she?""I think she doesn't want to talk to you.""I don't give a damn about what you think."Honestly, my patience was running thin."Who's there?" The voice came from inside the apartment,
ETHAN A heavy rainstorm began right after I left Ellie's apartment. And the rain continued throughout the day. The weather was an exact representation of my state of mind. I felt like a heavy, gray, and dark rain cloud. Alone in my apartment, all I could feel was a massive void. I couldn't feel hungry or have the desire to do anything, and I knew sleep would be impossible for the next few days. There was only one thing on my mind. A beautiful face, a perfect combination of grayish-blue eyes, fair skin, and dark hair. I hated the idea that she would now only be a memory. And it scared me to think that one day in the future, I might forget her face and every moment we spent together. Somehow she managed to break through all the barriers I had built and was now imprinted on me, in my mind, my skin, and my heart. Damn it. Unconsciously, I was falling more and more in love with her. I knew this because I missed not only her body but also her scent, her smile, and her sharp and intel
ELLIEDespite traveling in first class, the bathroom was still relatively small for two people, so even though we were positioned on opposite sides of the space, we were still too close.He was only three steps away. I took a deep breath, trying to calm my nerves, finally taking some time to notice what he was wearing. Dark jeans, a white shirt, and a black jacket. Hell. It annoyed me how sexy and hot he looked all the time.Unfortunately, Ethan Morgan didn't just look good in a suit. Focus, Ellie; don't forget, he's a big jerk."So?" I cleared my throat. "I don't have all day.""Please consider this with goodwill.""Are you really asking me that after everything you've done?""I know... I know I was an idiot, Ellie. Forgive me, please, forgive me for taking so long to realize how much I want this. Forgive me for being a coward and for trying to push you away...I was scared; everything I went through made me a coward. I was sc
ELLIE "What?" I gasped, confused and lost, feeling him sink into me repeatedly. "That you're mine." His hands tightened around my hips, pulling me closer to his body, making his cock go deeper. It was almost impossible not to scream. I bit my lip. "Say it!" he demanded through gritted teeth. "I'm yours... Only yours." "Yes," he growled. My words made him even wilder. "And I'm going to fuck you in every place I've imagined." Oh, God. Each thrust brought me closer, along with his words. Beyond all the desire and need, there was something more than just sex now, and thinking about it was enough to make me hotter and closer to the edge. Knowing that Ethan was here for me warmed my chest, while his cock drove me to madness. His lips covered mine as my legs trembled in anticipation of climax. "Come here," he said after pulling away. Putting me on the ground, he turned my body, gripping my hips with his huge hands. "Bend over," he ordered, sending a shiver down my spine. I obeyed
ELLIEAlthough I offered Ethan the guest room, he preferred to stay at a hotel. That's where I left him before coming home; the place wasn't too far away.Apparently, the only thing Ethan brought with him, besides himself, was his wallet. So he said he needed to buy some things. Maybe, apart from being a jerk, he was also a bit crazy. Well, with that body, I could overlook a few minor details.My parents were in the kitchen, laughing about something. As always, they seemed happier than ever. I stopped at the door and watched the two of them, feeling my heart warm at the sight.Jane and Matthew Brown used to say that I had been the miracle in their lives, as my mother could never conceive, but the truth is, they were my miracle. And just looking at them was enough to make me want to cry. I couldn't be more grateful, and maybe that's why I never cared to know who my biological parents were. It didn't seem to matter in the face of all the love these two had given me. I was so lucky. I co
ELLIEHe leaned over me, supporting an arm beside my face."No," I warned."What? Is the golden girl afraid of getting caught by her parents?" His fingers slid along the inside of my thigh, dangerously close to my panties, making my skin pulse with desire. "What would they say if they saw me fucking you right here?""No chance," I gasped, feeling my sanity about to disappear."I want to lift that dress and fuck you hard from behind."Oh my God."Not here. I don't want my father to have a heart attack because of me.""From what I remember, you didn't hesitate as much the last time we did something like that.""Let's go to my room." I pushed his hand away from my legs.Well, maybe my room was a bit ridiculous, and I didn't want to give him more reasons to mock me."Do you know... the guest room seems more appropriate." He raised an eyebrow, confused."Why?""It doesn't matter.""Ellie."I sighed."It's a teenager's room, okay? I don't need to give you more reasons to tease me. My parent