I watched as Gabi packed whatever she needed from her bathroom. The urge to ask her to move in with me on the tip of my tongue. It was too soon, but I knew if she ever left, I'd never be the same.
Every few minutes, she looked over her shoulder at me and smiled, then went back to shuffling around and throwing something new into her bag.
Looking back at me, she dropped whatever was in her hand and quietly made her way to me. Settling herself on my lap, Gabi smoothed her thumbs over my brows. Her eyes following the movement. Shifting back to see me better, she frowned.
“What’s going on? You've been abnormally quiet the whole day.”
We’d caught an early flight yesterday and planned to stay a few days. I’d never been to California, and since Gabi was a native, she wanted to show me everything I’d been missing. Tomorrow, we’d drive up the Pacific Coast Highway and find a secluded beach to enjoy. Yesterday, she’d showed me all over LA in her convertible as the sun kissed our skin. After one day in her city, I understood why Gabi had been hesitant to stay in Fairlane. California had everything to offer… but me.
Should I ask and risk getting my heart broken?
Why not? I took a deep breath to center myself. “What would you say if I asked that we pack everything up?”
Tilting her head to the side, her long hair fell over her shoulder. “I’d ask why you want me to pack everything up.”
Shit. Why didn’t I just ask her? Stop being a pussy!
Clearing my throat, I brushed my thumbs across her sun kissed cheeks. “I want you to move in with me. Permanently. You can… you can keep your condo and rent it or whatever you want to do with it. Sell it, and I’ll build you a studio. Or keep it, and we’ll visit as often as you’d like, but I want us together. Always. Sorry, I’m rambling.”
“No,” she shook her head. Her grin was so big, this time I was certain her cheeks would split in two. “You’re speaking from the heart and that’s what I love about you. You don’t speak often, but when you do, you mean what you say, and it comes from right here.” She rested her hand over my rapidly beating heart.
Had I misheard her words?
“You love me?”
“I think I’ve loved you from the moment I heard your voice on the side of the road. Did you think I was some silly girl with no self-preservation instinct?” She threw her head back, laughing. I joined right along with her.
Gabi loved me!
I knew my smile matched hers from only moments before. Today was the best day of my life. But just as quickly as my smile had appeared, it slipped from my face. Gabi hadn’t agreed.
“Angel,” she cooed, “let’s turn that frown upside down. I just told you I loved you.”
“I know.” I brushed her hair behind her ear and pulled her closer to me. “It’s the best day of my life.”
“Then why are you pouting?” Slipping her thumb into my mouth, I sucked on it hard until she moaned my name. She squeaked as I bit the tip.
“Tell me my home will now be our home,” I growled playfully at her, knowing how much she loved it.
“I thought saying I love you was yes enough, but if you want to hear the words then yes, Jaxson Stone, I’d love to move in with you.”
I pounced. There was no better way to describe the animal that overtook me as I twisted and threw her down on the bed. Whipping her t-shirt over her head, my mouth crashed into hers. It wasn’t soft or sweet. I was claiming Gabi as mine for always and forever. My hands palmed her lace covered breasts roughly. Feeling her nipples pebble at my touch, I yanked down one cup and latched onto with my mouth, swirling my tongue around her stiff peak until she pulled my head away and directed me to the other. I couldn't wait any longer. Sitting up, I tore her black lace thong from her body as Gabi undid my belt. We were frantic to connect as one. I needed to be inside her like I needed my next breath.
Pulling out my cock, Gabi’s thumb glided over the bead of moisture that was already there for her. Bringing her thumb to her mouth she sucked the pre-cum off and moaned around her digit.
“You taste so fucking good.”
Impaling her in one swift movement, she let out a sharp breath. I stilled only for a second before gripping her hips and angling her higher. I thrust my hips with savage force as I dug my fingertips into her smooth, silky flesh.
I watched as her hand went between her legs and one finger circled her clit. I loved watching Gabi touch herself, and she knew it. She had to be close and wanted me right there with her. Pumping faster, I leaned down licking up the column of her long neck.
“Jax,” she moaned, “I’m so close. I want you to come with me.”
I kissed her, desperately seeking the pleasure we were both crashing toward. Pulling away, Gabi bit down on my shoulder as her walls clenched around me.
Wrapping her in my arms, I stilled deep inside as she milked my cock of every ounce of pleasure. Only when I’d finished did I pull her with me as I fell onto my back.
I ran my fingertips up and down her back as we both caught our breath. The feel of her warm breath fanning over my chest slowed my heartbeat even more. When I felt her shiver, I leaned down and pulled the comforter up over us. Gabi snuggled deeper into me and the bed and I knew in a few short minutes, she’d be asleep.
Kissing the top of her head, I murmured. “In case you didn’t already know, I love you, Gabi.”
She kissed my chest and let out a soft breath, instantly falling to sleep.
I wanted to get up and celebrate, but instead I stayed in bed and enjoyed her warm soft body next to mine.
One day, I’d ask her to marry me. I knew we were moving fast, so I’d wait until the time felt right, but I knew Gabi was the woman for me. Too many, I’m sure, will doubt our love after only knowing each other for a couple of months, but I didn’t care. I only cared about the woman snuggled up in my arms.
My destiny.