Sweetest Hate (Guys Next Door Book 2) by Baylin Crow

Author:Baylin Crow [Crow, Baylin]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-10-17T23:00:00+00:00

Eleven

Kellan

Arsen had kissed me. Worse than that, I'd stupidly kissed him back. What the hell was wrong with me? Alone as I treaded water, I questioned myself, watching as the sun began its descent over the horizon, leaving a shadowy golden hue on the lake.

Even though I'd successfully avoided him for the rest of the day, I couldn't stop thinking about his mouth on mine. The taste of Arsen on my tongue. If sin had a taste, Arsen owned it, and it made me want to give in to more. I wanted him and couldn't allow myself to cave. Would it be the worst thing in the world? Maybe. Arsen was a box of dynamite waiting to absolutely demolish anyone and anything that got too close.

On shore, the fire had been stoked, and people were beginning to gather around the pit. I wasn't ready to leave the water, so I swam close to the sodden bank, turned, and sat waist-deep in the gently rolling waves, digging my toes into the mud.

Even with the crowd's noise at my back, I found peace looking out onto the watery landscape. I wished I could spend the rest of my life with a view like this. Planned to someday, one way or another.

Whisper-shouting came from the dock several feet away, and I squinted into the rapidly growing darkness. I recognized Arsen immediately. Standing with his arms folded over his chest, he stood quietly while Piper yelled at him in a hushed tone with her back toward to the lake. Curious, I listened intently. The wind had picked up a bit, carrying the sounds of their argument to my ears.

"You like him. I know you do, so why don't you just tell him?" Piper didn't sound mad exactly, maybe more like exasperated, which I could totally relate to when it came to Arsen.

"You tell me, Piper, since you seem to have me all figured out." His voice was tinged with annoyance.

She let out a feminine growl. "Don't be a smart ass. If I knew what was going on in your stubborn head, I wouldn't be asking you. If you want him..." She huffed. "I know you've had some problems…"

"Don't," Arsen interrupted. "Just...don't."

Was Piper talking about me? She couldn't be because Arsen hated me. So who then? I had a sudden need to hear every word. I leaned closer and froze when I slipped in the mud, creating a splash that wouldn't go unnoticed.

The conversation stopped abruptly, and they both swiveled around, facing my direction. Arsen cursed, and Piper sighed.

"Hey, Kellan." Piper offered a wave, but she was still obviously frustrated.

I waved back. "I can go."

She shook her head, shoulders slumping. "Nah, as usual, the conversation was pointless anyway."

"I could have told you that half an hour ago," Arsen mumbled and stepped aside to let her pass.

"Whatever. I'll catch you later." Piper paused before stepping off the dock. "Just remember what I said." She turned to me. "And Kellan, I owe you a conversation."

I hadn't forgotten

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