The Christmas Bet by Lynn Rhys

Author:Lynn Rhys [Rhys, Lynn]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2021-11-29T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 11

Allison

It’s a week before Christmas, and you can feel the season everywhere you turn. The sights of shoppers lugging their hauls around, the sounds of bells and Christmas music from every storefront I walk past. Holiday lights and decorations adorn window displays, and the snow that’s falling down around the city? It’s magical.

I’ve been spending so much time with Conner, and it’s been amazing. He’s been sweet, kind, and attentive. Also, there have been no do-overs in sight.

Tonight, Conner is surprising me by taking me somewhere special, as he put it. He asked me to dress warm and comfortable. So, I threw on a pair of skinny jeans, a black V-neck sweater, and some boots. I have no idea what’s in store for me, but I’m feeling pretty comfortable. Also, very excited. I love surprises, and Conner taking me somewhere as one has me doing mental somersaults.

As I grab my black leather jacket and throw it on. Then there’s a knock at the door. A huge smile comes over my face. He’s here. Butterflies swirl inside me. Sauntering over to the door, I open it and find Conner standing there with a wide grin.

“Hello, beautiful.” Conner leans in, and his lips meet mine. Softly and slowly, he kisses me. I melt into him, letting out a sigh as he pulls away. “You ready to head to your surprise?”

“Yeah. I just need to lock up and then we can go.” I break away from him and reach for my purse on the hook adjacent to the door. I dig through and find my keys, then step out into the hallway, turning to the door to lock up. As I slide the key in, I feel Conner press up against me. His hand slowly moves my hair to the side, and he peppers my neck and shoulder with kisses.

“If you don’t stop, we’ll never get to where we’re supposed to be going.” I reach back, my hand threading through his hair. God, I want nothing more than to take him inside and let him continue this.

I hear him growl as he pulls away, “Let’s go so I can get you back here.” I turn to see his megawatt smile as he gives me a wink. He reaches out for my hand, and I take his. His warmth spreads from my hand to every single part of me. This man does things to me that I never knew was possible.

When I told Lacy I wanted that connection, that spark, I had no idea it would be this good. I crave that inferno, that fire that rages through me. That need to touch him, be consumed by him. I wanted what I feel for Conner, the burning when his fingers graze my skin. The goosebumps when he’s anywhere near me. The blazing of his lips on mine and getting lost in his gaze. That’s what I want. And I want it with him.

We pull into a parking garage on East 50th Street and start walking.

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