Home by Kris Bryant

Author:Kris Bryant [Bryant, Kris]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781635558227
Publisher: Bold Strokes Books
Published: 2020-09-18T22:00:00+00:00

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Natalie stood in front of the door when she unlocked it. “Just in case Ghost Dog tries to escape.”

Sarah watched how happy Natalie looked as she greeted the sweet dog. He was so gentle with her, but she saw that he was still somewhat skittish. “Well, it looks like he’s found a nice home here. Have you thought about keeping him?” She let him smell her hand before she petted the top of his head.

“I don’t want to keep what isn’t mine. After I’ve exhausted all possibilities, I’ll consider it or give him to my mother. She could use another friend. But right now, I’m going to take him out. I won’t be long.” Natalie promisingly squeezed Sarah’s hand before she leashed him and slipped out the door.

Sarah walked into the living room and looked at the framed photos on the mantel. She smiled at the picture of Natalie and her parents. They were always at the high school games supporting her. Sarah was too busy trying to fit in with the kids to get to know anybody’s parents, but she was always aware of Natalie’s because she was focused on Natalie, too. The other photos were of people she assumed were family. Same blond hair, same smile. Cousins, aunts, and uncles probably. The one baby picture on the mantel was unmistakably Natalie. Adorable hair, beautiful dark-blue eyes, and the precious smile that captivated her even in the photo. Sarah turned when she heard Natalie and Ghost Dog return. She waved the frame at Natalie. “What a beautiful baby you were. And wearing a dress.”

“I don’t have too many occasions to wear one here in Spruce, so my wardrobe is limited. I think the last time I wore a dress was for my cousin’s wedding.”

“Oh, I want to see a photo of that,” Sarah said.

Sarah didn’t move when Natalie gently took the photo from her hands and put it back on the mantel. She forgot to breathe when Natalie stepped closer and touched her cheek. She slightly shook when Natalie kissed her softly. “I don’t know what’s better. A heated kiss from you or the soft, gentle ones. Both leave me breathless.”

Natalie undid the clip that held Sarah’s hair back. “You always talk about my hair, but we never talk about yours. It looks great long. And I love the highlights.”

Sarah closed her eyes. When was the last time she felt beautiful? When was the last time somebody made her feel beautiful? “Thank you.” Natalie’s lips brushed hers again, softly, sweetly.

“I’m going to start a fire. Then I’m going to make us a drink. Get comfortable.”

Sarah sat in the middle of the couch, giving Natalie very little doubt about her intent. She fluffed up her hair while Natalie’s back was turned and tried to make herself look as sexy as she felt.

“What do you want to drink?”

“I’d love a glass of water, please.”

“Coming right up.”

Sarah barely waited for Natalie to sit down before she reached for her. Natalie didn’t hesitate.

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