Page 26 of Unraveling Rain
She scoffs, and I chuckle.
“A good big pain in my ass is what he is.”
“It’s all good. I had a great time tonight,” I say, resting my chin on top of her head.
She releases a deep breath. “You’re right. It was a great night.”
We stay like that, hugging, breathing each other’s air for a minute, maybe two.
I only met her a few hours ago, and I’m already hugging her and making her feel better. I’ve never experienced this kind of connection with anyone.
Not wanting to think about the reasons why I feel such a strong pull toward Rain, I remember the reason why I came to this town.
I need to stay focused on my recovery.
I clear my throat. “I better get going. I need to be up bright and early for my first meeting with Ruin.”
She releases me, and I immediately feel the loss of her warmth.
“Yeah, okay. Maybe we can hike over the weekend? I don’t know if you have therapy on the weekends, but it’d be cool to see you again.”
I’m a little surprised that she’s asking to see me again, but I’m not going to point out the fact that she said no hookups.
Maybe she really just wants to hang out.
And for now, that’s okay with me.
“Yeah, for sure. I’ll see you then,” I say, helping her clean our little camp area.
“Thank you. You didn’t have to do that,” she says, hopping into her van once everything is put away.
“Of course I had to. It gave me a couple more minutes with you.” I wink.
Chuckling, she says, “Night, Hotshot.”
“Night.”
Once I’m in my car, I sit for a moment, replaying the most amazing night I’ve had in a very long time.
I can’t wait to see her again.
Chapter 8
Xander
Iwake up at five on the dot and head to the gym. Nothing like a morning run to get in the right mindset.
Last night, I went to bed grinning like a teenager. I wasn’t lying when I told Rain it was a great night. The way our conversation flowed so easily—it was like talking to someone I’ve known my whole life. No awkward silences. No pretending to be someone I’m not. Just ease.
I can’t remember the last time I connected withsomeone like that.
I know we just met, but I hope she sticks around for a while.
Maybe forever.
Woah, calm your horses.
As I take the stairs down to the gym, a guy steps out of the room next door.
