Love In The Mix (Love Series #3) - Lucy Darling Page 0,22
sweets with everyone else. I want them all to myself. I’m going to blame it on the fact that my girl is going to make me chase her. It’s putting me on edge.
I drop down in the chair at the table. I have a straight view down the hallway where Alyssa is talking to Neily. I have to admit, I would never have thought Neily was Tomas’s type but from the update I got about last night, he was all over her. I guess opposites really do attract.
“She’s not giving me a chance.” I look over to my sister-in-law. The only woman in my life I can ask for advice.
“She’s shy and you King men are bigger than life.” She licks her fingers clean. “I wouldn't have dated you.”
“I’m glad I don’t have to kill my brother,” Ethan says as he strolls into the room. He easily picks Amelia up, sitting her in his lap.
“He’s so smitten. He can’t stop staring at her.” They talk like I’m not sitting right here.
“Good. I’ve been telling him to find a woman for a while. He needs to settle down.”
“One woman,” Amelia adds in.
“What the hell does that mean?”
“I mean that’s what everyone says. That you’re a ladies man. Playboy?” She looks to Ethan. “Isn’t that the term?”
“No idea what a playboy is. Sounds disgusting.”
Amelia laughs, giving him a kiss. “Good answer.” Amelia beams at my brother. He moves her blond hair from off her shoulder, kissing her neck. Again, jealousy settles into my stomach wanting what they have. I’ve seen them do this so many times. But this is the first time I’ve ever felt jealous of it.
“I’ve never brought a woman around.” I’m a little shocked that Amelia thinks I’m a playboy. Have the tabloids really made it that bad? She knows me, for fuck’s sake.
“No, playboys go from one girl to the next. I’ve never seen you serious with anyone so…” She shrugs.
“I don’t sleep around.” I grit my teeth. Not because I’m mad at her but because if she thinks that, then there isn’t a chance in hell that Alyssa isn’t thinking the same fucking thing.
“Sleeping around would take time away from work,” my brother chimes in.
“True.” Amelia looks like she’s thinking it over.
“I work in clubs. It doesn't mean I’m partying all night. It’s my job. If I was a playboy, I’d admit it. I own my shit.”
“I’m teasing you.” Amelia smacks my shoulder. “I was just trying to see how worked up you’d get so I know how serious you are about her. She’s a sweetheart. I promise I know you’re not like that.”
“How do I get her to see that shit that's written about me isn't real?”
Alyssa’s gaze flicks my way. I don’t turn away and try and pretend I wasn't staring at her. We all know I am. I wish I could hear what she’s saying to her friend. I need a little insight here. She gives her friend, Neily, a hug.
“Prove it to her. Give her time to see you’re not going anywhere. That you’re not some man looking for a quick lay who isn’t willing to put the work in.” I look back to my sister-in-law, who is smiling at my brother. “I know you King men know how to chase down something you want. You’re relentless.”
“You like it when I chase you down.” Ethan pulls Amelia down to kiss him. I stand, not wanting to watch the two of them go at it. I head straight for Alyssa, who is watching her best friend go out the front door. I snag her by the waist, pulling her to me. I drop my mouth onto hers before she can protest, kissing her like I’ve been dying to all day. I kiss her until we’re both breathless.
“Stay. Have fun with the girls. I’ll leave you be.” I kiss the tip of her nose. “For now.” I let her go, heading toward my brother’s office, in dire need of a drink. Maybe a pair of handcuffs, too, because I have no idea how I’m going to stay away from her for the next few hours.
14
Alyssa
I can’t help but smile as all the girls laugh, holding up one sexy piece of lingerie after another. Kim, the owner of Kimmy’s Lingerie and Mia’s sister-in-law, brought goodie bags for everyone to take home. I haven't gotten the courage to peep inside of mine yet. I don’t own anything sexy.
I’m a simple girl who enjoys underwear that fit me