Page 32 of His Fearless Guy

“It’s been hell, Baylor. Every day is like waking up to a nightmare. And I don’t want to do it anymore. I’d rather face whatever the world throws at me, than lose you. I love you, Bay. So fucking much.” The tide rolls in and my pain rolls right out. “Please give me another chance. I promise this time, I won’t fuck it up.”

I’m at a loss for words, sinking in the immense feelings that are rushing in.

“Come on, Baylor. You can’t say no to that cute face,” Chase teases in the background.

“You two are fucking perfect for each other,” adds Kyler.

I guess our friends have no problem with us being together. I should’ve known they’d accept us no matter what. We’ve been friends for years, and they’re all really good people. The kind of people you keep for life.

“What about your parents?” I ask. Ryeson’s close with his family and I don’t want to mess things up for him.

“I told my mom what happened between us, and she told me I wasn’t allowed to come home from Costa Rica until I got you back.”

The chuckle rolls out of me. I’ve always loved his mom. She’s been like a second mother to me over the years. The amount of time I’ve spent with their family, it’s like I’m their adopted son.

“So, is that why you’re doing this? So you don’t have to feel the wrath of Mrs. G?”

He wraps his arms around my back and pulls me in close. “I’m doing this because I can’t imagine my life without you. And…” He leans into my ear. “The sex is fucking incredible.”

My body ignites and I can feel the heat burning in my cheeks.

“What do you say, Baylor? Are you willing to let me kick your ass at video games until death do us part?”

I shake my head, laughing at his ridiculousness. I can’t believe this is really happening.

“Yeah, I think I’m good with that arrangement.”

His handsome face turns up into a smile, and then he dips me back and kisses me until my knees are weak. When our friends start chanting for us to get a room, he pulls me back up and looks straight into my eyes. “I love you, Bay. And I’m sorry I hurt you.”

I brush my fingers across his scruff, feeling it abrade my skin. “I love you too, my fearless guy.”

“We’re turning in for the night,” he tells everyone. “We’ll catch up with you all in the morning.”

Everyone smiles broadly and nods. And of course, Chase being Chase tells us that there’s lube in every bathroom drawer. I roll my eyes and Ryeson tells him thanks as he drags me from the room. He stalks right to the bedroom I’m staying in and shuts the door, locking it just in case. His hand grips my hair and I’m pulled right to him. His lips pressing to mine and taking what he wants. This time, it’s a raging battle of need. Our tongues and teeth attacking with a dire force.

“I want you, Bay.” His words slip between my lips. “I want to feel you inside me, claiming me as yours.”

I nearly lose my balance. He’s not just giving me his heart, he’s giving me his virginity. Another fear he’s willing to conquer to prove just how much he loves me. “You really are my fearless guy.”

He grips my cheeks, looking me in the eyes. “For you, I’m willing to face everything.”

And as the tide of life rolls back in, my soul returns. Only…it’s stronger now. And when I lean forward and press my lips to Ryes’, I know he is too. This time, nothing’s holding him back. Because now…he’s the Fearless King.

EPILOGUE

Ryeson

Four Years Later

“The Gators have won the coin toss,” the ref announces. “Their decision is to give the starting ball to the visiting team.” I look to Baylor, and he gives me a wink. It’s a smart choice on their part. “Gators will start at the top of the third quarter. Let the game begin.”

The whistle is blown, and we say our chant and break huddle. I turn to head to my position, Baylor flanked at my side. “Just remember we have a bet, Ryes.”

My dick tightens inside my cup. “I haven’t forgotten,” I grit the words. After two months of going without, I’m barely holding on by a thread. I need this game to be over so I can finally be alone with my man. The season has kept us apart theselast two months, and my dick is in a painful way. “Can’t wait to have you at my mercy.” I wink. Winner gets to be in charge tonight. Though, win or lose, he’s going to cave to my will. He always does.

“Good luck.” He tips his chin. “May the best man conquer.” He blows me a kiss before crouching down into position, wiggling back and forth on his toes, trying to taunt me further. That tight end has gotten even firmer. Fuck. I need him.

“Is that your guy, Ryeson?” Saxton asks, as he gets into position next to me.

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