Page 101 of Press Play

I interlock our fingers and hold onto him for dear life, willing myself to believe I do deserve this. I am worthy.

A sudden vibration sends a jolt through my body. Turning my attention toward my phone, I reach for it, and Theo sighs against my back.

Who is calling me this early?

The blue light forces me to squint, but when I see Brandy’s name, it doesn’t surprise me.

“Morning, sunshine,” I say low enough so Theo doesn’t wake.

“TheWren Jacobs is awake at 9:00 a.m.?” she gasps.

“Don’t sound too shocked,” I chuckle, and Theo stirs behind me.

“How are you? We haven’t talked in a few days.”

Theo kisses my shoulder blade and pulls me closer. “Who are you talking to?” he whispers in my ear.

“I’m great. How are you, Brandy?” I say, hoping he gets the hint.

“Can’t complain. I’ve been having a hard time sleeping.”

“Oh? How come?” My mouth drops open as Theo nips my jawline, trailing down my neck.

“Not sure. Mia thinks I would benefit from therapy.”

“Stop,” I mutter to Theo, and he fucking nuzzles against me.

“What did you say? I couldn’t hear you,” Brandy says.

“Nothing. I think therapy is a great idea—ah!”

Theo’s fingers spread my folds, and he chuckles against my neck.

“Are you okay?”

“Yes,” I choke out as he starts to dip lower.

“Should I call back later?” Brandy asks.

Before I can answer, Theo steals the phone from me, “Yes, she’s busy.” And he hangs up.

“Theodore!” I scold him, but I can’t stop my smile from growing.

“What? You’re busy.” He shrugs.

“She’s going to know we’re up to something.”

“So?”

“You know how she feels about you,” I sigh.

“I don’t care.” He presses the tip of his finger inside me, but I flinch. “Are you okay?”

“Just a little sore.” I press my lips together. “I’m not used to being so active.”

“I’m sorry. I wasn’t thinking. We’ll take it easy today; I’ll be on my best behavior.”

I snicker, and he smiles at me. “What?”

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