Page 14 of The Model

“Is it down the beach again?”

“It is. Where are you going with this?” My brows pinched together.

One of her hands slipped down and around my waist. “I’m going to be along this beach for the next four days, and if you are too…” She shrugged, looking unsure of herself. “I thought maybe you’d like to stay with me while you’re here, but if you want to stay at your hotel, that’s fine too.”

Wrapping her in my arms, I dipped my head down until our noses were touching. I could feel her warm breath skate along my lips as I spoke. “I’d love nothing more than to stay with you for my short time here, my sexy Lexie.”

“Ugh, I can’t get over those dimples.” She hopped in place, breaking our bubble. “We can go get your stuff after the shoot, or you can do it during. Whatever you want.” With each word, her smile bloomed further.

“We’ll go get it together. I want to sit here and watch you in your element.”

Pulling back, she took me in. Her eyes gleamed in the light. “Maybe we’ll have our own little photo shoot while we’re here.”

How did everything she say make me so damn happy? Was it because I’d been alone these last few months, or was it simply Lexie’s effect on me? “I like the sound of that. Can I take some pictures of you too?”

“I think that can be arranged.” Grabbing my hand, she started to drag me toward the growing group of people down the beach. “I guess I should go help before I put us off schedule.”

I trailed behind with her pulling me along, watching her ass sway in her short shorts. The material cupped her ass and defined it to perfection. When we were only a few feet away, Raine caught sight of us, and I swore I could see her blush from there. The rest of the group soon saw us, too, and started to whisper as they sneaked glances our way. I hoped it didn’t bother Lexie that they were obviously talking about us.

“Let me help you with that.” I pushed up on the center of the first canopy and continued down the line. There were three that connected with curtains that hung down for walls. It was actually quite genius since it gave them plenty of room to walk and stand beneath as they changed. Once the large canopy was up, I helped Lexie and Raine bring down the garment racks, lights, and reflectors. All the while, the group of women stared at us and whispered to themselves. I couldn’t hear what they were saying, but I noticed Lexie gave them an annoyed look.

Pulling Lexie behind the tent, I pulled her into my arms and kissed her. It was brief since I didn’t want to distract her too much. “Anything else you need help with before I head to the store?”

“No, but thank you for all your help. You know you didn’t have to do that. Go get those condoms, and I’ll see you in a little bit.” With her fingers in my hair, Lexie guided my head down so she could nibble on my bottom lip before letting go and slowly walking backward until she was out of sight.

On a mission, I headed up the path to the parking lot, unsure of where I was going. I didn’t want to pay for a ride, so I walked with hurried steps down the sidewalk until I came across a local convenience store. It was a tiny little thing, but I was in luck and found condoms. They didn’t have any big boxes. Only the ones with three to a pack, so I bought four boxes. I had two days with Lexie, and I planned to be buried inside of her as much as possible. The woman behind the counter blinked up at me in surprise as I dumped them on the counter and pulled out my wallet. The guy behind me nudged me in the side with a knowing smile.

I took my time making my way back to where Lexie was set up. I pulled out my phone and took a few pictures of the palm trees and the water. It was beautiful here, and I was thankful my job had brought me to Hawaii and in Lexie’s path once again. When I saw everyone in the distance, I slowed down and watched as Lexie situated the bottoms of one of the girl’s swimsuit and guided her into place. Raine stood to the side with a reflector in her hands that completely dwarfed her. Another model came out of the tent to a man and a woman who worked on her hair and makeup. The whole setup worked in harmony. They were a well-oiled machine who’d done this hundreds of times before. My shoot hadn’t gone as smoothly. The photographer couldn’t make up his mind on how he wanted me to pose or what I should wear. I hoped tomorrow would go something like what I saw in front of me.

There were a few chairs set up on the side of the canopy. I spotted one with a large camera battery in it. I assumed it was Lexie’s, so I picked it up and sat it in my lap. Pulling up the camera app on my phone, I took a few shots of Lexie as she worked until she turned around and saw me. I didn’t think she minded, but if I didn’t stop, I probably would have filled my entire phone with only pictures of her working.

After an hour, Lexie called a break so everyone could change, and she could look at the pictures she’d taken. Plopping down in the seat beside me, she took her battery from my lap and replaced it with the one in her camera.

“Learning anything?”

“That I want to work with you more in the future. My shoot this morning was nothing like yours. You know what you want.”

“I’ve been doing this for a long time.” She shrugged like it was no big deal.

Leaning over, I watched as she flipped through image after image. I was in awe of how she captured the lighting and water while still making the women the sole focus and looking beautiful without the help of Photoshop. I couldn’t wait to see what the finished product would be.

Turning off her camera, she leaned over and rested her head on my shoulder. “The girls are salivating over you.”

“Did you tell them they don’t have a chance in hell because I’m your sex slave?”

Her body shook with laughter. “No, but if I see them look at you one more time, I might. You wouldn’t mind?”

Why would I mind? I wanted to own her body, mind, and soul. And for her to do the same to me.

“I’d be flattered.”

Her head popped up from my shoulder. “I wish I could sit here and watch the sunset with you, but then I wouldn’t get my shots. Maybe tomorrow night.”

“It’s a date.” I’d make sure we got to see at least one side by side.

She stood and brushed away some sand that clung to her leg, probably because it knew how cool and awesome she was. Turning to walk away, I leaned forward and wrapped my arms around her leg and pulled her onto my lap. She looked stunned for a moment before cupping my cheeks in her hands and laying the mother of all kisses on me. This wasn’t a kiss for out in public. When her lower body started to move against me, I had to hold her still, or everyone was going to get a show.

Smacking her ass, I devoured her body with my eyes. “Get to work so we can have more fun.”

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