“These are great, Cameron. Can I tell you something without you getting mad?”
“What’s that?” I ask nervously.
“I’ve never seen any of the movies.”
“You’ve what?
She shrugs her shoulders, and I shake my head. “Well, we’re going to have to change that.”
“Maybe you could ask me out for a movie date sometime. Or if you want to come over next week, maybe we could watch?” she asks, and I’m grateful she’s given me this opening. I’m not used to pursuing someone, and it seems that Kelsey has no problem taking the reins.
“I would like that a lot.”
She smiles and nods her head, continuing to take in all of my sets and designs, until Dom’s enormous frame leans up against the door frame and smiles while he watches Kelsey and me interact.
“Food’s here,” he says.
Kelsey seems more on guard now that Dom’s home. I have a feeling it’s because she’s worried about my comfort level and that makes me like her even more.
“You’re sure I can’t convince you to stay the night?” Dom asks Kelsey for the millionth time after dinner.
“I’m sure. You guys have been great, but I’m feeling a lot better now. I’d rather sleep in my own bed.”
Dom lightly growls his displeasure and Kelsey gives him a glare, letting him know she isn’t about to be bossed around by him.
“I just would really like to know that you’re okay, Kelsey,” he says in his soft Alpha voice, the one that turns me into goo and makes me listen to whatever he tells me to do. It appears that Kelsey is made of tougher stock as she doesn’t give in to his pleading.
“Perhaps we can reschedule the date we were supposed to have? But for tonight, I’m going home.” I wonder why she is being so adamant, but I won’t question it. Maybe this is too much and she needs time to think without me or Dom breathing down her neck.
“I would love to reschedule. What about you, Cameron?” Dom asks me.
“Oh, Cameron and I already have a date planned,” Kelsey says proudly.
The pride and happiness that takes over Dom’s face lets me know that this is the right thing. That I don’t need to fear for my position in his life or in his pack. That the idea of us being together is truly what he wants more than anything.
“Am I invited?” he asks.
“We’re watching Star Wars,” I say.
Dom grimaces. “That would be a no then.”
I laugh, knowing he doesn’t care for the movies, but watches them anyway because I enjoy them. But that’s just how Dom is. He wants everyone to be happy. That’s why I sometimes worry that he always puts me ahead of himself and that I don’t deserve him.
“Later this week, then?” he asks. Kelsey blushes and nods her head. “All right, well let’s get you home. Only if you promise to call if you don’t want to be alone.”
“I promise,” she says.
“Cam, you coming?” Dom asks.
I shake my head. He deserves some time alone with her; I want that for him. I give him a small smile. He leans over, placing a delicate kiss against my lips, and I feel reassured. I had my moment today with Kelsey and he should have the same. Even if that vine of jealousy’s grip tightens slightly as I watch them walk away.
Chapter 14
Icouldn’tstayatDom and Cameron’s house. I felt like a burden, the Omega that keeps crying to Dom everytime something goes wrong in my life. I can’t continue to be dependent on him like this, not until I have a commitment from him. He told me straight up that he wants something romantic with me, and I want that too. But I feel overwhelmed. I want to jump his bones—Cameron’s too, if I’m being honest. But at the same time, this afternoon was traumatic. I don’t want to do something in the heat of the moment. I need to go home and process today’s events, just like Robin taught me. I can’t always assume Dom will always be there for me, as much as I want that.
My pep talk about being an independent bitch who works through her problems is squashed as soon as I’m in Dom’s truck. Maybe it’s not too late to take it all back, have him turn his truck around and fuck me till I can’t walk.
The ride in Dom’s car feels claustrophobic, like all I can smell is his clove and bergamot scent. It’s masculine and addictive. Cameron’s small smile when we were leaving was the thumbs up I needed to pursue Dom, well to pursue both of them. I want both. I want Dom’s reassurances and strength, and Cam’s gentle sweet touches.