Manfax (Winter Brothers #2) - Jacob Chance Page 0,33
they look like they’ll fall to the ground right on top of us.
“Wow. These are the best fireworks I’ve ever seen,” I say.
Adam’s hand lands on top of mine on the blanket. “This is amazing,” he replies.
I let my imagination run wild, pretending he’s referring to us watching together and then I scold myself for having such frivolous thoughts.
He’s dangerous. He makes me forget my rules.
Obviously, this kind of stuff isn’t new to him. He wouldn’t have four women running Manfax reports on him for no reason.
This is all part of his charming act to suck me in, and I’m so starved for male attention, it almost worked.
I need to get laid soon; just not by Adam.
Slipping my hand from under his, I place it under my head. Keeping my eyes skyward, I do my best to ignore the charismatic man to my right and pay attention to the small fortune exploding in the sky.
Back at the house again, I take Violet aside. “Hey, how do you feel about leaving early tomorrow morning?”
“I’d rather sleep in. How early are we talking?”
“I was thinking we’d hit the road by seven. I’m hoping we can avoid some traffic, since a lot of people will be traveling home later in the day.”
She nods. “Okay. I can sleep on the way home.”
“Why should the return trip be any different than the one coming here?” I droll.
She throws her palms up. “I can’t help it. When I ride for a long time I get sleepy.”
“You’re like a baby,” I tease, poking her arm.
“There goes my opportunity to drink tonight.” Vi grimaces.
“Have a couple. Just don’t overdo it. I’m not dragging your ass out of bed in the morning. I’ll leave you here,” I threaten.
“Sure you would.” Vi smiles. She knows it’s an empty threat.
“I’m going to bed, so I can get us home safely. Do me a favor, don’t mention we’re leaving early. I’ve already spoken to Dani and filled her in.”
“You don’t want Adam to know you’re sneaking out?” Vi astutely asks.
“That’s not what I’m doing.”
“Riiiight. What’s the matter? Are you enjoying his company too much?” Vi presses.
“Not at all,” I deny. But her question hit a little too close to the truth. So what if I’m looking out for myself? It’s the prudent choice in this situation. “I’ll see you bright and early.”
“Don’t remind me,” she grumbles.
Lying in bed with the lights out, I scroll through emails on my phone. I take the time to answer some of the ones that require short replies, and the rest I’ll take care of once I’m home.
Three rapid knocks have me sitting up and dropping the phone down on the bed. My heart’s pace kicks up and I place a hand on my chest.
More knocking followed by Adam’s voice has me climbing off the bed. “Rocky, open up.”
Oh, crap.
I was trying to avoid him, but I didn’t expect him to seek me out.
“Rocky, open up, please.” He sounds frustrated.
It’s his “please” that gets to me. Hurrying to the door, I turn the knob and peer through a six inch opening. “What’s up?”
“Why are you up here? You should be hanging out with everyone. Tonight’s your last hurrah.”
“I had to answer some work emails. Besides, I’m tired. All this fresh air wears me out.” It’s true. I’ve never slept so solidly as I do here. It must be the clean mountain air. It knocks me out as soon as my head hits the pillow.
His eyes scroll down my body, taking in the long t-shirt I’m wearing, bare legs peeking out below. His gaze leisurely creeps up. “Throw some shorts on and get your ass downstairs.”
“Sorry, it’s not happening. I’m beat and I want to go to sleep.”
He growls with annoyance. At least I think that’s the noise that rumbled from his chest. Resignation shows on his face. He knows I’m not budging. He raises his chin toward me. “Get some rest, and I’ll see you in the morning.”
“Night.” I shut the door between us. Exhaling with relief, I lock the knob and head back to bed. I expected him to put up more of a fight. I may even be slightly disappointed he didn’t.
“That’s the rest of our stuff.” I shut the trunk and turn to hug Dani. “Thank you so much for an awesome weekend.” I hold her tightly, rocking from side to side. When I step back, Violet embraces Dani.
“I’m on vacation for the rest of this week and Rex is keeping me here.” She