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.Do you actually think I amgonna take a chance of losing you again? Turn the tables, Reed, just for a minute.If you saw me flirting and flaunting myself, how wellwould that go over? You got jealous of me talking with Gavin, you were half naked with three girls.The whole thing made me sick. Damn, Kori, I m sorry.It was a stupid ass move, but you gotta know it went no further.I wouldn tdo that, he pleaded, and it came out rushed. I know, I just can t be with you if things are gonna be that way.I understand the flirting forbusiness, it s the touching and rubbing up against you that I can t accept.I m not built that way, I can tstomach it. He leaned over the center console and grabbed the back of my neck, pulling me closer.Resting hisforehead against mine, he skimmed the side of my nose with his. You don t have to accept it, it stopsnow.No more, that s a promise.I m sorry. His lips took mine in a desperate kiss, and instead ofpulling away, I relaxed into him.It was time that Reed knew what I wanted, and I had to let down my walls.When his lipsseparated from mine, his forehead once against pressed against me. I know I haven t made things easy for you.I know that you feel like I keep you at a distance, andyou re right, I have.I don t want to anymore.I want to do this with you, I want to go all in.I m ready to move forward, with you. He leaned back, looking at me intensely. I just need to make sure youwant the same thing. You re joking right? You know I want you and Rhett.I ve wanted you my whole life, and Rhett isthe best kind of bonus.I want in, baby, completely in with no hesitation. He kissed me hard.We saton the side of the road, making the decision to move forward, together.That thought was both excitingand terrifying at the same time.Pushing past my reservations, I gave myself over to the man who had helped me through one of thehardest times in my life.Reed loved me and my son, he didn t have to, but he did. Chapter Twenty-One I ll be there to get you in about twenty minutes, Reed said. I can just meet you there.It would be easier.My house is in the opposite direction, completelyout of your way. He was just being crazy and protective.It felt good to have him going all cavemanon me, I just couldn t let him know that. Will you just stop arguing with me and stay put? The roads are getting slick, and I would feelbetter if you and Rhett were with me.Do you always have to be so damn stubborn? I covered mymouth to laugh, because he was getting all flustered, and it was so cute. Are you laughing at me? No, I snickered, and once again covered my mouth. Whatever, smartass, just stay put.I m on the way, be ready. He hung up, and I only laughedmore.I gathered Rhett and my things and waited by the door.When I saw his truck coming up thedriveway, I made my way outside.We were celebrating Christmas at my parents , followed by a late dinner with Reed s dad.Ourday was planned, and now I also had a chauffeur.Reed grabbed Rhett from me, along with the bag. Merry Christmas, baby, he whispered justbefore kissing me sweetly.Turning out on to the main road, I noticed just how much snow had fallen. I guess the snow hasgotten pretty heavy. Something was strange about the weather this year.Granted, a little snow to uswas a lot, something we sure weren t used to.This year, though, we d had record snowfall, and thetown didn t know how to handle it.People weren t used to driving in these types of conditions.He looked over at me with a smile that clearly said he had already tried to tell me that.I couldonly smile, and in turn he winked. I know it s not that common, but the ice, that s what makes itworse. Momma and Daddy had invited Gavin, since he was new in town.He really had no place to go,and Momma wasn t having that.At first, Reed was quiet and stuck to my side like a second skin.After a couple hours he warmed up to Gavin, realizing that he and I had no interest in one another.Sure, the man was pretty to look at, but he wasn t the man who warmed my heart.Dinner with Reed s dad was a little different than I had been used to.Not bad different, justinteresting different.What I found amazing was the fact that he went shopping for Rhett.The moment he brought out apile of gifts and sat them on the floor in front of Rhett, even Reed looked shocked. What the hell is wrong with you two? You don t think an old man knows how to shop for atoddler? I bet my old ass bought him better gifts than you did.What d you get him, clothes? I laughedwhen Reed s face fell a little.I couldn t hold back my laughter.His dad snickered and shook his head. Go ahead, boy, dig in and tear it up. He leaned forwardand tore at the paper, helping Rhett get started.My eyes filled with tears while I watched him open toy after toy.With each one he became moreand more excited.I excused myself to pull it together.A light tap on the door came first, before Reed pushed it open. You okay? I only nodded as Iblew my nose. Why the tears then? Just means a lot to me that your dad has accepted Rhett.I can t believe he went to all thattrouble. I sniffled. When are you gonna accept that we care about you two? It isn t any trouble, babe, it s whatfamily does. Reed closed the distance between us and caged me in against the counter.When myeyes met his, he smiled. I love you, Kori, and I love Rhett.My dad loves both of you too.Understandthat, please& I want you both for the long haul. I dove for him, taking his lips in a fierce kiss. I love you too, so much, I whispered beforekissing him once more.Things got a little heated there in his dad s bathroom, and it needed to come toa halt. Spend the night with me, Reed asked.His forehead rested against mine, his eyes closed tightly.He looked like he was doing everything he could to calm himself down. Okay, but I ll need to borrow a shirt to sleep in. He grinned, and I already knew what he wasthinking. Or I could just sleep naked. He chuckled and pulled me in tightly against his chest.We had yet to take that step in our relationship, but I had a feeling tonight that would change.Iwasn t sure I could wait that long to get my hands on him.I was a little worked up from our make-outsession. Naked would be the best Christmas present.Having you in my bed, under me, I think I could getused to that. He kissed me once more before pulling me back toward the living room.***Just the small walk from Reed s father s house was too much for Rhett, he was out like a light.Reed carried him inside and took him to the spare bedroom next to his own.I was surprised to see theside rails hooked on the sides of the bed.He must have just gotten them, he had no other reason tohave them.It only made my decision to go forward with tonight seem even more like the right one.Itwas our time, no more holding back.I stood back near the doorway as he tucked Rhett in the bed securely.Reed leaned over and placeda soft kiss against his forehead, and my heart became just a little more his.It was then that I realizedhow lucky I was.How lucky we were, to have Reed in our lives.I heard him whisper against Rhett sforehead that he loved him and tears pooled in my eyes.Reed met me in the doorway and pulled me against his chest. What s wrong, sweet girl, why youcrying? He soothingly rubbed my back while continuing to hold me close. They re happy tears, I promise. I buried my face in his chest and breathed in his intoxicatingscent.Backing out of the bedroom, he pulled the door closed, leaving it cracked slightly.He continued to back me up until I felt the wall hit my back.Our eyes met, and his were filled withsuch love and adoration. Raising up on my tiptoes, I pulled him toward me, our lips meshed in a slow dance of desire.Hebegan making love to my mouth, and my legs began feeling less steady
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