Hypnotized by Lacey Wolfe Read Free Book Online

and there is so much more I’d rather do that just kiss you.” He took a deep breath. “I’ve got to get to work.”
    He offered his hand to me again. As I clasped mine into his, I was sad our time together was coming to an end.
    “I’m moving here this weekend.” I chewed my bottom lip.
    “Oh yeah? Great. I can see you more.”
    He wanted to see me more. That was a good sign he didn’t think I was a horrible kisser. “Yeah, and I’m having a little party Saturday night. Would you come?” I couldn’t look at him after I said it.
    “Sure. I’d love to.”
    At his bike, he took out my helmet. I expected him to hand it to me like usual, but instead, he put it on my head and snapped it. Then he surprised me even more. He leaned forward and lightly pressed his lips to mine.
    When he pulled back, he winked. “I could do that all day.”
    He wasn’t the only one. If I thought I had it bad for Gabe before, I was wrong. After one kiss, I was done. I needed more, much more.

 

     
    I closed my laptop down. I’d done all the writing I could today. My mind just wasn’t able to concentrate on what my characters wanted. Having my mother text me every five minutes didn’t help. Apparently she couldn’t handle my little brother today. I knew how she was when she didn’t feel like playing mommy. She got snappy and wouldn’t think twice about back handing him, or anyone. I couldn’t leave my four-year-old brother alone with her.
    Nate had been the outcome of my parents swinging lifestyle. His paternity was up in the air, but I was sure Nate wasn’t my father’s. But dad never said anything. When he was around, he treated the child like any of his others, as though they didn’t exist.
    “You outta here?” Leah, the barista working this afternoon asked.
    “Yeah.”
    She smiled in a flirty way. Leah was newer to the business. I had a feeling she thought I hung around here for her. “Will you be back?”
    I packed my backpack up. “Probably not.” Most likely I’d rescue Nate for the evening and bring him back to my place.
    “Tomorrow?” She sounded hopeful.
    Tomorrow was the day Paisley was moving to town. Now that I had her number, I hoped she’d want my help. If not, I knew she wanted me to be at her party—which seemed out of place for her. She didn’t seem like the partying type of girl. Then again, I didn’t know her well, yet. But if I had my way, I would soon.
    “I might be.” I slung my backpack over my shoulder. “See ya.”
    “Bye.” Leah waved.
    Outside I noticed a piece of paper tapped to my bike. I pulled it off and almost laughed at the irony. A parking ticket—just my damn luck. I quickly snapped a photo of it with my phone and sent it to Paisley.
    Are you behind this ticket?
    I folded it up and shoved it deep into my pockets. Hopefully it wasn’t too expensive. I slid my helmet on and as I climbed onto the bike, I got a text back.
    No, I swear. Though, maybe next time you’ll use a parking spot.
    I smiled. Probably not.
    Twenty minutes later, I entered my parents place. My mother’s tantrum welcomed me. I found Nate sitting on the couch, tears running down his face.
    “What’s going on?” I asked as I sat down next to him.
    “I’ve told him over and over, no drinks in the living room, and he still does it.” She crossed her arms.
    I ruffled Nate’s light brown hair. “Is that true, Buddy?”
    “I didn’t drink it,” Nate said. “I came to ask her a question.”
    “But you don’t bring the drink in here,” Mom argued.
    “I’m sure it was an accident.” I stared at her. “Did it get spilled?”
    “No, thank God.”
    She was such a drama queen. “You want to come spend the night with me?” I asked Nate, who nodded right away.
    “Of course you swoop in here and make things right.” Mom rolled her eyes.
    “Did you not want a break?” I believe the last five messages from her had been just that, she needed time away from the demands of Nate.
    “What I need is a