Jesse,” I said, watching him walk away. I realized I still had his jacket wrapped around my shoulders. I took one more sniff and raced after him. “Jesse, your coat,” I said, holding it up.
“You could have kept it and dreamed of me,” he said as he took it from my hands.
“No worries there, I will definitely dream of you.”
Damn, I did it again
. I slapped my hand over my mouth.
Why do I keep doing that?
He chuckled. “That’s good, because I’ve been dreaming about you for a long time Bailey, now I have a name to go with the face,” he said, taking my chin to plant another delicious kiss on my lips. “I’ve got to go,” he sighed as he turned toward the stairs and walked away, leaving me swooning as I watched his long legs and broad shoulders disappear from sight.
I think I floated back to my room. I unlocked my door and collapsed on my bed.
What a perfect night
, I thought as I lay there for a long time, just replaying the entire day in my mind. Remembering the moment he caught my eye on the steps of the ship, how he looked at me, and the immediate attraction we both felt—it was like we were destined to be together. I was shocked when he said he felt the same way. This couldn’t be happening to me. I actually pinched myself to see if this was real. I was glad Shelly wasn’t around to see me.
The noise from Shelly’s room had changed; the giggling had stopped, replaced by moaning and loud thrashing noises. I grabbed my iPod and put in my ear buds. I wasn’t listening to her cry out in ecstasy while I lay in my room all alone. Even they weren’t going to ruin my dreams tonight.
I fell into a blissful sleep, dreaming about Jesse and all the things he’d said to me today. This trip was going to be one I’d remember for the rest of my life. I was sure my life was never going to be the same!
Jesse
S cott and I decided to wait inside the doorway to the dining room for the girls so they wouldn’t have to look around for us.I was nervous and anxious to see her again as I kept my eyes on the door. Scott talked about our gig tomorrow night in his usual enthusiastic way as he jumped around, getting looks from people while we stood there. Finally the doors opened, and a vision in silver walked in with this little blue fairy by her side. Bailey was stunning in a silver dress that hugged her slim body, making my cock jump at the sight of her. She’s so damn sexy; I wanted her like no other woman I’d ever seen. I decided to take it slow, somehow I instinctively guessed that she wasn’t very experienced; I didn’t want to scare her away. I reached for her hand, feeling those sparks going off. I noticed men in the room looking at her and suddenly felt like a caveman, not wanting to share her with anyone. God, I had it bad.
John knew it too, damn him. He sat at the table watching us with a knowing smirk on his face. The asshole was gloating as I lead her to our table. . I tried stroking her back, but she moved her chair,
too much too soon Greene
, I reminded myself. I could tell she was nervous, but after a glass of wine, she seemed to relax as we all fell into our usual playful banter. These guys were fun; we always had a good time together. I was glad she was laughing and having fun. Her friend Shelly and Scott had paired off, leaving Keith alone.
The food here was delicious and because we’re part of the entertainment we got extra special service. I didn’t want the evening to end, so I suggested we go dancing after dinner and was relieved when she agreed. Our evening was planned, and I was looking forward to holding her in my arms. I wanted to feel that incredible body close to mine. She glanced at me every so often, melting my heart with those big, brown eyes. Her hair was like silk cascading down her bare back; I couldn’t resist putting my hands in it which made her blush. I knew I was pushing my luck and pulled my hand away.
She was definitely shy, but I was determined to see every inch of
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