Grayslake: More than Mated: Unbearable Love (Kindle Worlds Novella) by Kelly Collins

Author:Kelly Collins [Collins, Kelly]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Kindle Worlds
Published: 2016-09-18T18:30:00+00:00

Chapter Ten

Eli

If Lily thought she was getting away, she was mistaken. It had been years since Eli felt anything but anger and disdain. Now, he felt an emotion so powerful, it nearly crippled him. One kiss of her lips, a touch of her fingers, the scent of her skin, and he was caught—hook, line, and sinker. She was tattooed to his senses, and he’d likely never be free of her, and he didn’t want to be.

“You will keep me, Lily.” He cupped her cheek and soaked up the emotion in her pale green eyes. “Or, maybe, I’ll simply keep you, and you’ll get used to me.”

She wasn’t like Kari; she wasn’t an Itan’s daughter. She didn’t seem to judge him based on his occupation. Kind, compassionate, and witty were her calling cards. She bantered and teased. The way her emotions burst forth without thought charmed him. She was real, and he liked real.

“For now.” She forced a smile, but he saw the pain that flashed through her eyes.

“I’m not a hard man like your father, Lily. I’ll take care of you.” How did he get to this place when only days ago he was extolling the virtues of staying single?

“When I arrived, I had no intention of getting involved with anyone. I needed a break from my life and thought Grayslake would be the perfect place to…” She looked around like she’s hunting for words. “Anyway, I came here and then, I met you. You’re perfect in every way, but that doesn’t change my life back home. You and I,” she chewed her lip until it reddened to a lush raspberry color, “we have limited time, but I want it all while I’m here.”

His inner bear was ready to explode. It bristled and growled to be set free, but Eli didn’t dare let it control him. “What are you not telling me, Lily?”

She shook her head and dropped her chin. “Nothing.” Rolling off his lap, she moved to the far side of the couch. “Maybe it’s better if I stay in town.”

“That’s not happening.” He reached forward and picked up his bottle from the table. The liquid slid down his throat and cooled his temper. “I can’t keep you safe if you’re in town, and you won’t let me get Ty involved.” Crossed arms, no eye contact, and the distance were clear indicators she was holding back. There would be no information given tonight. She had locked herself up as tight as Fort Knox.

“What now?”

Eli glanced out the window. The sky was dark, like his mood. “You’ll take my bed; I’ll take the couch.” He stretched his body to his full height and offered his hand to his sweet Lily. He wasn’t giving up on her. He was putting it to rest for the night. Deep inside, he knew tomorrow would look brighter. “Let me show you where you can sleep.”

“No, I’m not going to impose on you.” She pulled her hand back and burrowed into the corner of the couch.

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