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“I’m all yours.”

When he let go, she crawled into his bed. She breathed in the scent of him on the sheets. Her body ached in so many ways, and she regretted nothing.

She’d have to tell him the truth about the spell and the chance it could collapse in four days. It could all be for nothing.

She’d fallen for him, though. She wanted more than seven days. Wanted more than a tumble in the sheets, too.

Unfortunately, she had to be honest and hope he still felt the same in four days -- unless there was a way to fix the situation. A counterspell? A chance the connection could withstand the spell? Maybe he’d love her anyway…

Hell, this was more complicated than she’d ever expected.

Chapter Five

Jimmy cleaned up the pizza and tucked the extra slices in the box within the fridge. He’d never been one to strut around in the nude, but he wanted to show off for her.

His phone buzzed with an incoming text. God. Who needed him now? He picked up the device and checked the notification.

A text from Kurt. Christ. He’d better check.

Hope U&Karey R hittin it - hurd a rumur she used magic 2 snag U. Might B good or dangerous. Keep UR iiis open. She’s cute, but think, K?

He read through the message twice. He knew about the spell and magic. So what? Maybe they needed some magic to coax them together faster. If the spell worked, then great. But why would Kurt think Jimmy being with her was dangerous? Sometimes Kurt made no sense.

The spell could wear off? Fuck it. He wanted Karey.

But if there was magic… it could wear off. Would he still crave her? He hoped so. He’d never fallen this fast for anyone, but this overwhelming desire couldn’t be because of the spell, right? He typed a reply.

Thx. Will stay sharp.

At least Kurt was trying to protect him.

He left his phone on the coffee table and turned off the light, then joined Karey in the bedroom. She’d stretched out between the sheets and fallen asleep. She looked so comfortable and beautiful. So peaceful. She also looked like she belonged in his bed.

He brushed his teeth and caught a glimpse of his reflection in the mirror. He appeared happy. The smile wasn’t forced. The light sparkled in his eyes. He resembled the man he’d been before the divorce and his addictions.

He cleaned his face and left the bathroom, then joined her in bed. He gathered Karey in his arms. She felt so right. He loved the way she ground her ass into his groin. She held onto his arms and sighed. He’d found the woman of his dreams. The spell thing niggled in his mind, but he’d worry about that later. Right now, he needed to keep strengthening their bond.

He woke to her curled against his chest. As she slept, he wondered what she’d been through. She seemed so happy, yet so alone. She brought out a protective streak within him. He needed her in his life.

He couldn’t quite shake the intensity of Kurt’s text. Kurt could be nosy and butt in too much, but he’d been Jimmy’s tightest friend for so long.

What did Kurt mean? Was she from the wrong side of the tracks? He hadn’t come from luxury himself. He’d dealt with shit from his family and the shit of his own making.

He slipped from bed, dressed in sleep pants, then headed to the kitchen. His phone buzzed on the coffee table. Probably had been buzzing all night. He checked notifications.

Three texts from Kurt.

Hows things?

Hot?

U better B gettin bizy

Jesus. The man wouldn’t quit. Jimmy should reply. He withdrew a piece of pizza from the fridge, then leaned on the counter and sent a reply.

Hot, indeed. I like her.

He ate the pizza as he waited for a reply. If Kurt was around, then he’d want to chat.

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