“I know you’re an adventure and adrenaline guy. And I racked my brain trying to bring those two things together. We’re going to Bristol Motor Speedway, and you get to be a racecar driver for the day.”
Holy fucking shit. I fight the urge to haul her into my lap and show her what this means. There will be time for that later.
“Princess, you are fucking perfect.”
20
WILLOW
“Six o’clock sharp,tomorrow night, my house,” Jewls bosses.
“I heard it the other five times you repeated, and it’s on my calendar.”
“Things come up.”
“Tomorrow, Bex, Lucas, and I are studying. I can assure you nothing will come up. I’m already sacrificing the spa day. A night out will be the best reward for our efforts.”
“I remember those days, studying for my license.”
“Well, tomorrow is our dive into practice exams, so my brain may be scrambled.”
“Don’t tell Talon that or he won’t let you come over early.”
“Jewls, if Talon tries to stand in my way of getting ready for this party with the girls, he will pay, and not in a good way.”
She laughs. “Girl, after that birthday gift, you win the award for best surprises.”
“Pretty sure you own that award with the twin pregnancy.”
“Nah, I’m old news. You’ve set the bar high. Seriously, it’s been a week and Major said Talon is still bragging.”
“It was pretty incredible.”
My mind drifts to Talon’s expression when he hauled himself halfway out of the racecar. His hard body in the race suit, hair disheveled, eyes sparkling so blue I wanted to lose myself in them.And the smile on his gorgeous face waspure fucking sex and sin.
The closer he got, the more predatory his intent until I was coming out of my skin with anticipation.
He didn’t break stride, hoisting me up with no choice but to wrap myself around him and hold on. The kiss that followed was frantic and unhinged. The smell of sweat and gasoline mixed with all that was him. Everyone around us disappeared as he devoured me until I was literally breathless.
Thank God, Dad and Chase were still on their runs.
“Earth to Willow!” Jewls interrupts my thoughts.
“Sorry, I was back at the racetrack.”
“Shayla’s ordering a new line for Clyde’s. She’s bringing some samples for us to try.”
“That sounds fun.” I pause, debating my next words because I’ve been wanting to talk to someone all week. My big mouth makes the decision for me. “Talon wants us to move in together.”
There’s a brief silence before Jewls cackles and the sound echoes around my car. “I know.”
“How?”
“Willow, these guys don’t keep secrets. He’s wanted you under his roof since before Reserve weekend and he hasn’t hidden it.”
“Does everyone know?”
“Pretty much, except maybe the mailman.”