Oliver - Greenville Alien Mail Order Brides: Intergalactic Dating Agency by V. Vaughn

Author:V. Vaughn
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Sugarloaf Press

Chapter 6

Water trickles as Oliver lifts the oars of the rowboat up in the air, and I soak up the warmth of the sun on my face as I tilt my head back and say, “It’s wonderful to be outside enjoying the day. I need to do this more often.”

“You probably do. How many hours a week do you work?”

“I’m not sure. I’ve never counted because I think there is a direct correlation between how much I work and how much money I make.”

“That doesn’t sound like much of a life.” I lower my head to look at him as he says, “I mean I’m sure you love your job, but it’s important to have time to play too.”

“I know, and I do. I spend at least one night a week with my girlfriends, Cassie and Hannah.” I reach in the water, and it’s cool on my fingers when I splash it at Oliver. “And now I have you to play with.”

Oliver stops rowing and leans forward. “That you do. Come here.” I lean forward and he meets me with a kiss. Our mouths fit in a way that’s rare as we nip at each other’s lips, and my insides heat up in response. When we break apart Oliver says, “I’m hungry.”

“Okay. Then let’s go back to land and have our picnic.”

Oliver lets out a low noise. “Food isn’t what I’m hungry for.”

“Oh.” I drop my gaze, but he lifts my chin with his finger so I look into his eyes.

“I can’t wait to do more than kiss—” He scans my body with his gaze, “—you on the mouth.”

I roll my eyes as my face heats up, and he chuckles. I slap at his arm. “You’re terrible.”

“You’re too easy. I couldn’t resist.”

“Well I’m hungry for lunch,” I say. “Can we go back?”

“Of course.” Oliver rows us back to the dock where we rented the boat, and after we retrieve our bag he grabs my hand and leads me down the walkway. “I’ve been thinking about what I’d like to do for a job if you decide to marry me.”

“What’s that?”

“I have the exclusive rights to my energy powder, and I want to create a dietary supplement. What do you think?”

“Based on the energy I have today, I think it’s a fantastic idea.” I frown as I recall the seeds on my windowsill. “How long will it take before you have your plants ready? And are the few you have enough for manufacturing large quantities?”

“Great questions. The plants grow quickly, but you’re right in thinking I need a whole lot of them to produce mass amounts. But—” We’ve reached the grass, and he stops walking. “I could start off with a limited supply and a big price tag.”

I recall the athletes I read about complaining about the price, but I also know exclusivity is enticing to a certain market. “I suppose it depends on how big the price tag is. You’ve already generated buzz with the Olympic teams.” I point to a tree that shades a nice section of the lawn.

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