Chapter 16
Adrian
Flicking on the light, I keep hold of Skylar’s hand. I don’t share a dorm, nor do I live in one of those stupid frat houses. I have my own place, and with the fighting and shit, and the money I earn under the table from it, I can more than afford to rent my own place.
“Wow, this place is amazing,” she says as I close and lock the door.
“I don’t know how you could share. I need my own space, but no one would want to be my roommate anyway,” I admit.
“Claire’s cool.”
I nod. “When I was on my way to the library, she cornered me.”
“What for?”
“To apologize for being there with Holden. He’s very protective of you.”
“It’s because he’s my brother’s friend.”
I know it’s more than that, but I’m not about to call her out on it.
Skylar looks around the sitting room and rubs her arms.
“Are you thirsty, hungry?”
She shakes her head. “I’m good. Thanks.” She looks at me and smiles, and I can’t help but step up to her, cup her cheek, and tilt her head back. Her lips are so full, and begging to be kissed.
“Can I kiss you?” I ask softly. She licks her lips and nods. I groan, and lean down to do just that. Her mouth is the sweetest thing I’ve ever tasted. I want more, so much more. But I force myself to pull back and look at her. “This isn’t why I brought you here, and I don’t want you to think it is.”
She gives me another smile. “I want you, Adrian.”
The air suddenly becomes charged, the temperature heated, and I feel every part of me come alive. I certainly want her, but I have no intention of going far with her tonight. I just want to hold her.
But it seems Skylar has other things in mind.
Leaning forward, I take possession of her lips again. She’s so fucking soft and perfect. I don’t know how I’ve gotten so lucky. “I’ve never felt this way about anyone else.” Skylar is so damn beautiful. I can’t believe how lucky I am.
Her hands go from my waist up to my chest, then back down again.
“I’ve never done this before.”
A gust of air leaves me at her admission.
“I’m not going to let you go.”
“Yeah?” she asks, sounding all breathy, all pleased.
“Yeah, Skylar baby.” Kissing her again, I plunge my tongue into her mouth. She cups my face, kissing me back with a passion that I fucking crave.
This girl is like fire in my blood. I need her.
“You’re a virgin?” I ask.
“Yes.”
“I’ll take care of you. I’ll always take care of you.”
“I’m a little nervous.”