Page 9 of Now that I Found You
She walks across the deck, eliminating the distance between us, taking a seat on my lap. She wraps her arm around my neck. Running my palm up the smooth skin of her leg, I feel her tremble beneath me. I love how her body still reacts to me, even with just the smallest of touches.
“It’s just the way the world is these days. It’s not uncommon for people to install security systems and cameras in their homes. Think about those nights when I’m working late at the office or I’m coming home from drinks with the guys. If you’re in the room watching Netflix and hear a noise, you can pick up your phone and check to see who it is.”
“Can’t we just get a dog?”
“Sure, but we’re not getting rid of the cameras either.”
She tosses her head back letting out a frustrated groan. When her eyes meet mine again, a strand of hair falls into her face. I reach over and brush it out of her eyes.
“Look at us, married and having our first disagreement. I guess this is where we compromise. Sorry, baby, this is one thing I won’t budge on.”
“You’re really not going to let this go, are you?” she mumbles, reaching up to wrap her fingers around her compass necklace.
“Nope,” I say, punctuating the end.
“Gosh, you’re so stubborn.”
I can’t help but laugh at that comment. She’s one of the most stubborn women I know. I happen to remember how hard it was just getting her to talk to me when we first met.
“Right back atcha, babe.”
“Fine,” she concedes. “Only under one condition.”
“What’s that?”
“Guess it means no more sex in the kitchen.” She grins.
Damn it.
