All Chapters of Dream Dominant Collection: Chapter 181 - Chapter 190

Chapter 182: The New NormalJessi and Judd found a rhythm over the next few weeks. Judd came to Jessi's house on whichever weekend day he had off, be it Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. If she was available, Jessi was happy to help with whatever the week's chore might be. They'd worked together on the back fence, the sprinkler system, and the gutters.She felt disappointed if she happened to be working when Judd came by. She found that she enjoyed the easy conversations they shared, the laughter at silly jokes, and she valued his companionship.And then there was knee time. She craved the chance to still her mind. Judd had begun to issue maintenance spankings about every two weeks. At first, he'd find some chore or assignment she'd neglected. But, as he'd told her, "I don't really need a reason. It just makes you feel better." And he'd winked.Occasionally, Judd would stay for dinner, or they'd go out together. Jessi wondered if he dated, but she never asked. She didn't really

Chapter 184: A Young WidowTwo hours later, the pool pump restored to proper working condition, Judd carried his toolbox back to his pick-up parked on the street. Jessi followed along behind him.He set the battered red box in the bed of the truck and glanced back at the house. "How did it go?" His brown eyes were soft with concern.Feeling more emotional than she wanted to, Jessi crossed her arms and shrugged. "Oh, you know, it was okay." When she looked up at him, her eyes radiated pain."I'm so sorry, little one. And with your houseguests, I don't guess we'll get knee time in today."Jessi blinked back tears and swallowed hard, attempting to dislodge the lump in her throat."Could you use a hug, though?"She blinked again as a tear ran down her face, and she nodded vigorously.He smiled warmly. "Come here, then," he said, opening his arms, pulling her close beneath his chin, and lightly kissing the top of her head. He could feel the shuddering of her silent sobs. "I'm proud

Chapter 186: GaryGary Wayne Gentry stood watching as firefighters fought to extinguish the blaze in Parson's Hardware on the main street of Baker City, Oregon. He was merely one in a crowd of lookie-loos that had gathered on the opposite side of the street, a guy so nondescript that no one would ever remark on the short, balding man with a slight paunch. No one would even notice him. Which used to bother Gary. Used to. But he'd learned that being unnoticeable could be an asset.He watched as the supervisor barked out orders to the firefighters on the ground. Hoses were deployed, plans were followed. Soon enough, thick black smoke turned white. Which meant the fire was out, there were merely a few hot spots that merited attention. He knew this because Gary had always wanted to be a firefighter. Or a cop. Or a soldier. Some damn thing with a uniform. He'd actually been in the Army for a short time. Until he'd been involved in an altercation with a fellow recruit. It ha

Chapter 188: Comfortable FriendshipThe following weekend, with Jessi's kids having returned to their lives, she and Judd once again fell into the rhythm of working together, this time on painting the exterior doors including the garage door. When they were finished, doors returned to their original terracotta that mimicked the barrel tiles on the roof, Judd suggested they head to the inlet for burgers, something they did from time to time. Jessi happily agreed. Square Grouper had become one of her favorite places, although she couldn't see herself ever going there without Judd. But she loved the casual atmosphere of the place, loved to sit by the water with a cocktail and feel the tension from a busy week ebb away. If they were lucky, there would be live music on the stage.And it was the case, while she sat at the table at the edge of the seawall, and Judd strolled to the bar to order their dinner, a lone guitarist strummed Jimmy Buffett covers from the tiki stage. "Here you

Chapter 190: A New PartyAs he drove the distance between Jessi's house and his own, Judd's mind raced. She likes it rough? If she had any idea what was going through my mind… But it was almost like she did know. Or, the same thing was going through hers, he considered. Graham's voice echoed through his mind. Jessi is a passionate woman, Judd. She craves great sex, and anymore, it's difficult for me to give her what she needs."Graham, what kind of position have you put me in, old friend?" Judd asked out loud.Once he was home, he grabbed a Blue Moon from the fridge and sank onto a cushioned chair on the patio. The sound of the waves and the gentle breeze on his face usually helped him relax. But his fantasy and Jessi's words nagged at him. "Maybe I just need to get laid." He raised his eyebrows. There was an idea. How long has it been? Not since… He thought for a moment. Not since he'd started spending time with Jessi. He tried to remember his last visit to the K