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.Impulsiveness didn't carry a hefty success rate.Like a steeplechase race, she had to pace herself and clear all obstacles, lest she trip, fall, and lose the race entirely.Not something she wanted to chance when it came to her promising relationship with Spoon.Thus, steady and sure dictated her course route for the near future, just until her inhibitions dissipated once and for all.Her lips turned up as a familiar childhood fairy tale came to mind that described her intentions to a T.While fast hares might be cuter with their little fluffy tails, she opted for the hard shelled competitor.Tortoise-hood, here I come.Chapter 11Bumbling idiot.Spoon chastised himself as he made his way back to his waiting SUV.After walking with Achilles and Riley, he excused himself to run some errands and allow her time to write without the distraction of his presence.Climbing into the driver's seat, he puffed out a breath of air.He pushed her too far, too fast and now suffered the consequences of his actions.Sure, she instigated the kiss, agreed she wanted him, and stayed with the program through the bit of tactile exploration they both committed.If it weren't for Loco's ill-timed call, they might be in bed, succumbing to a sensual need that would set the sheets on fire with passion.As much as he wanted that scenario to happen, relief surged through him that they'd stopped when they did.Judging from her skittish and embarrassed reaction, she'd been riding a tide of sultry need out of instinct.While her body had seemed more than ready to explore the possibilities further, her conscious mind had put the brakes on, more than likely sending a large tide of guilt and bewilderment over her, snuffing out the quickly ignited flares of sensuality.Her comfortable, even playful demeanor had vanished after their round of fondling, replaced with telltale signs of nervousness, telling him two things.First, she probably didn't have much experience with men and sex.Secondly, he'd crossed the line.He should have realized her limits earlier, after all she had warned him of her unwillingness to fall into bed at the drop of a hat after only a date or two.Advice he'd forgotten about until he'd tracked her down in the kitchen, busily loading the dishwasher with an expression of awkward puzzlement written clearly across her face.Certainly not what he'd wanted to see after a hot express lane trip straight to second base.Someone needed to kick his butt for letting his cock rule his brain.Starting the engine, he pulled out of the parking lot and into traffic, still working on the problem at hand.How to woo Riley back, solidify her trust in him, and leave no question in her mind that he wanted her now and forever?Forever? Where in the hell had that thought come from? Forever meant commitment, marriage, two point three children, a dog, and a house with a white picket fence.Well, I've got the dog part taken care of already.He shook his head with wry amusement, wondering at what point he'd lost his ever-loving mind.Maybe being the lone single team member left was playing with him after all.Something had to be at fault as he never truly considered settling down and all the responsibilities that husbandly status brought with it.Yet, he felt an overwhelming need to earn back Riley's complete faith and trust, to ease her newfound discomfort, and solidify them as a couple once more.In essence, he had to court her, prove his intentions honorable, and give her plenty of time to catch up with him on the trail to the bedroom.Definitely doable and worthy of the time and effort.Chapter 12Riley handed a newly minted membership card to a young blonde along with a smile."If you have any questions feel free to ask.Athletic trainers are all around, dressed in yellow T-shirts with the word 'Athletic Trainer' on the front.Don't be afraid to ask them for assistance.In fact, they would probably appreciate it as they get bored and lonely at times just waiting for someone to talk to them."The woman smiled, spun on her heel, and dashed off toward the women's locker room."Can you escape for lunch?"Glancing up from her computer screen at the familiar voice, Riley smiled at the sight of Spoon."Oh, hi."He leaned on the reception desk, his well-defined arm muscles easily bearing the weight, standing out against the light green T-shirt.With his short hair neatly combed and a clean shaven chin, he made for a picture perfect pin-up guy."Lunch?"A quick glance at the clock found it straight up noon."I think so, why?"He matched her grin."I grabbed some take-out.Figured we might eat at the park across the street since it's so nice outside.""That sounds wonderful." She caught the attention of another worker and made motions indicating she was headed out to lunch.At her nod, she grabbed her purse."I'm all yours."His eyebrow arched even as his eyes danced with amusement.Spinning around, he held the front door open for her, following her into the midday sunshine.They swung by his vehicle to pick up the food, a delicious scent of Italian spices greeting them as he opened the door.She sniffed deeply."This smells wonderful."Collecting the plastic bags, he led the way to an empty picnic table located under a large oak tree, providing enough shade for comfort while letting in enough light to not be too chilly."I didn't know what you liked, so I went with the old standby: spaghetti.""I just happen to love spaghetti." She beamed at him.The impromptu picnic both surprised and delighted her.Her heart buoyed at his actions, sending a surge of hope and relief coursing through her.After the awkwardness of their last time together, she truly hadn't known what to expect.A dozen times she'd wanted to call, to reassure herself that things between them would be fine, they'd just stumbled over a mere speed bump in their budding relationship, a reminder to her that haste makes waste.Together, they set out the food, each grabbing a Styrofoam box along with a bottled soda he'd also thoughtfully brought along.Digging in, she savored the pasta with meat sauce along with the company on such a pretty day.A sudden thought struck as she checked her watch."I'm going to have to hurry.I still need to get home and let Achilles out.""I'll do it." He sucked a long string of spaghetti into his mouth.Blinking, she considered his offer.It would be nice to relax and soak up the atmosphere for her entire lunch hour without having to race off to her nearby apartment, walk Achilles, and return to work in the nick of time.On the other hand, that meant giving Spoon her key.Not that she didn't trust him but handing over an apartment key seemed so… formal.Unsure, she worried her bottom lip, still debating the offer.His gaze raked her face, staring for a long moment."I'll bring it right back [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]

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