"So, what do you think? Am I passing all the tests yet?" He asked.
I grinned. "I can't tell you; it might skew the results. Things aren't looking too terrible, though. You know that this is just the first meeting, though, right?"
"Right," He sounded a little disappointed. "I know that. Honestly, I'm just excited that you came out here. It really means a lot."
"I know." My head swam. "You know, I'm sorry for the way that I treated you the other day at Hailey's as well. There was a lot going on. I just wasn't sure how to process all of it."
"Please," Walker said. "Don't apologize. I never should have cornered you like that."
I fell silent as he moved over to where I was sitting. He was within reach, but I sat frozen. There wasn't any part of me that didn't want him. I knew that if he touched me even once, I would melt into him without question.
"Walker -
"It's okay," He whispered. "I promise that I will do whatever it takes to show you how much I care. Please, just give me a chance."
His words resonated in me as my passion lunged into play. Walkers' fingers brushed against mine, the jolts of desire swimming inside my core. I wanted him.
12
Chapter Eleven (Stacy)
“I don’t think this is a good idea,” I whispered.
“Right, can I get you a drink?” He asked.
“That would be nice,” I admitted. “This whole thing is new to me. I honestly never thought you’d be a part of my life or Harrisons.”
Walker moved to the kitchen, pouring matching glasses of wine before settling in front of me again. He was still close. I knew he wanted me as much as I wanted him, but there was too much history. The last time I’d given myself over to the desire, I’d ended up with a son. Not that I was complaining, but one kid was more than enough for me. Granted, I’d been on birth control for years now, but it still wasn’t worth the gamble.
“I’m sorry,” Walker said. “I know that coming out here was a big step. I just can't deny this attraction between us. There’s always been something about you.”
I chuckled, “does that line ever actually work on a woman?”
“I’m not sure you’ll have to let me know.” He said. “Honestly, I’ve only tried dating a few times since the wedding. I only do that much to appease my mother.”
“I haven’t dated anyone since Harrison was born. Honestly, when you have a child, your perspective on things change. Finding someone to spend your nights with isn’t really a priority anymore.”
“That makes sense. Who is the girl that I always see there?”
“Matty is a dear friend. She got kicked out of her home by some very crappy parents. She has her own place, but I love the company, and Harrison has grown up with her being around. She’s like an older sister to Harrison. We are a package deal, the three of us.”
“The right man wouldn’t think twice about taking that package,” he said.
I blushed a deep red. “I haven’t looked for him, so I wouldn’t know.”
A silence fell into the air between us. The sexual tension still burning. I finished my glass of wine. He took the lull in conversation to refill both of our drinks. The wine was starting to loosen me up some. The fear of what being honest would bring had dissipated with each sip I took. I had been working so hard to fight my desire for Walker, but why? Why did I have to deny myself when no one else did?
“There is no reason you can't enjoy yourself. You are a strong, single, self-sufficient woman.”
“Oh, I know. I’m sure you’re just the guy to help me out, too, aren’t you?”
He grinned. “If that’s what you want, I’d be happy to accommodate you.”
“You are such a nice guy,” I laughed. “I’ll be sure to keep that in mind if I ever need a helping hand. So, should I assume your parents aren’t making you get married like they did, Jackson?”
“He needed the deadline, I don’t. They know that I’m looking for someone to spend the rest of my life with, not just roam around town if you know what I mean.”
“Oh, I do. I know that my parents would love it if I settled down. Honestly, though, my parents basically had an arranged marriage. I don’t know if I’m ready for that level of commitment yet. There is still so much I