Perfect Tales of the Were - Bianca D'Arc Page 0,18
of jeans. Lightweight slip-on flats completed the ensemble and made her steps as silent as possible on the packed earth. Cassandra walked into the barn, letting her eyes adjust to the dim light within before seeking her target.
She found him near the rear of the structure, by the large doors that led to a practice ring and the paddock in front of the house. He had brushes in his hands as he exited an empty stall but paused when he saw her, leaning up against the rail. His eyes smoldered, following her progress towards him. She felt singed wherever they touched.
Gathering her nerve, she walked right up to him, stopping just in front of his casually leaning form. He wasn’t quite as calm as he pretended. She noticed the white-knuckled grip he had on the curry comb and knew he wasn’t unaffected by her presence.
“I’m sorry.”
She waited, but he only looked at her, so she tried again. This was too important to let go because he decided to play stubborn.
“I’m sorry I doubted you, Cody. I’ve had a chance to think about it, and I realize you’re not that kind of man.”
Silence dragged as he straightened.
“Is that all?” he finally asked.
“Well, yes.” She shrugged one shoulder and stepped forward, crowding his personal space daringly. “That and I really want you to make love to me again.” She felt his muscles tremble under her hand as she placed one palm over his shoulder. “If you want to, I mean.”
“Want to?” He smiled, and it felt like the sun had come out after days of rain. “Cassie, you are the hottest woman I’ve ever been with. I’d have to be dead not to want you.” He surprised her by stepping away. “But more than your body, I want your trust. It’s important to me.” He shrugged in a way that made him seem vulnerable, though it was gone the next moment.
“I trust you. I wouldn’t be here if I didn’t.”
He dropped the equipment in his hands to the bench along one wall and looked up at her. “No, I guess you wouldn’t.” He straightened, his eyes never leaving hers. “All right then. Strip.”
“Here?” His harsh command shocked her…and excited her.
“Right here, right now. Show me that pretty ass of yours right now, baby.” He reached around to his back pocket and dragged out a sleek leather billfold, pulling a foil-wrapped condom from inside. “I’ve got protection. You’ve got what I want. Show it to me, and I’ll give you what you want, but start with the tank top.”
The provocative language only heightened her arousal. It was shocking to get so hot and bothered over a few simple words, but there it was. Cassandra looked around the barn, weighing her options. She hadn’t quite intended to make love to him in a dusty barn, but then, she’d take him anywhere she could get him. She was a desperate woman.
Daring greatly, she reached for the hem of her tank top while Cody took a seat on the bench along the wall. She pulled it up and over her breasts, making the journey as slow and sensual as possible. She wanted to tease him a little. When the shirt cleared her eyes, she saw her ploy was working. Cody stared at her breasts with hunger, and just that look stoked her fire hotter.
“Good girl.” His voice was a rusty purr that skated up and down her spine. “Now, the jeans.”
Chapter Six
Cassandra’s hand went to the button on her jeans, then the zipper, drawing out the rasp as it slid down and open. She turned as he spun his finger, indicating he wanted to see her ass, and wiggled the denim down over her hips, taking her panties with them. She stepped out of her shoes only long enough to get her jeans and panties off, bending over to give him a good view of her ass and what lay between her legs as she did so.
“Come here.” The order was urgent, filled with need. That need was echoed in her own body as she felt wetness gather between her thighs.
She walked over and paused before him, unsure what he wanted next. But she’d do anything. She was too far gone to deny him whatever he wanted.
“Spread your legs and show me what you got.” She sucked in a breath at the harsh command but widened her stance. “Use your fingers, baby. Spread those lips wide.”
Cassandra gasped as she did the most lewd thing she’d ever