deep into the soul of them. She knew then there was nothing to fear from this man and he meant every word. She knew at some point she would have to conquer her fears. Men didn’t scare her any more, but giving one her trust was another beast. Looking deep within herself, Chance knew now was the time to let down a few walls. She did like Sylas a lot and did want to know him better. She took a deep breath and replied, “Yes, I think I’d like that too, Sylas. It isn’t easy for me to say it, much less do it, so I hope you’re a patient person. I don’t give my trust lightly.”
“I knew that about you from the first night I saw you, Chance. I saw the anger and pain in your eyes when that bastard touched you. I will never do anything without your permission and I need you to know and believe that.”
Chance nodded slightly in agreement. “My past has not always been sunshine and roses. I will explain someday, but I’m not ready yet. My demons have been bottled inside for a long time and I’m afraid to let them out. I hope you can understand.”
“I can be as patient as you need me to be. Like I said… no rush or demands. You’re a special person, Chance, and you have my permission to kick my ass if I get out of line, because I know you can.” Sylas chuckled as he said it.
Jack was still playing his guitar but the music and singing were lost to her as she gazed into his green eyes. Chance made up her mind that there was one more thing she needed to know. She grabbed her courage and shyly asked, “Sylas, I… would you kiss me?”
“I thought you would never ask,” Sylas stood and reached out to gently pull her up closer. He wanted to feel every inch of her body molded to his. He leaned over and looked deep into her eyes. She could see the question burning there… the “are you sure” plain as day in those emerald eyes. She nodded and closed her eyes as he leaned in the rest of the way to place his soft lips on hers.
Sparks flew between them as he lingered there, waiting for her to take the lead, and she did. She slipped her tongue out to taste him and he gave her access. His hand moved from her shoulder, delving deep into her tresses, cupping the back of her head. With his free hand he caressed her cheek then moved it to her neck, pausing there before he pulled her even closer.
Sylas groaned with pleasure as her hands roamed to his back and cinched themselves around his waist. It was if they both needed the intimate contact of body on body and they were a perfect fit. With her boots on he could look directly into her eyes and it pleased him. Their tongues danced and tangled with each other, heating them both from the inside out.
Chance moaned when Sylas gently pulled her head back with her hair and then delved his tongue deeper, asking silently for more. She was lost to him as he took control. She felt no fear, just hunger for more.
The heat from his kisses went straight to her core and moisture built between her legs. Sylas pulled back and looked into her eyes again. She blushed, suddenly feeling very shy. He smiled and caressed her cheek with his thumb. “You are so beautiful, Chance. Thank you for this. Honey and wine,” he whispered as he leaned in to kiss her again. Chance was overwhelmed with the tenderness in his touch. She’d made the right decision. With the emotional release that came with it, a single tear silently coursed its way down her cheek. She’d come for fun and found so much more.
Chapter 12
The party continued into the wee hours of the morning. Chance and Sylas stayed behind after everyone else left. Once again, they volunteered for cleanup duty, since Jack told everyone else he would take care of it. The time spent cleaning gave the three of them more opportunities to talk about Chance’s plans with the property without interruptions.
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