Pinned Up (Pinned Up Trilogy) by C. Michelle Read Free Book Online Page A

“See, not much to tell, pretty boring stuff.”
    This man is many things, but boring is definitely not one of his descriptions.
    “I don’t think it’s boring. It’s essential that companies implement ways and techniques that will protect our environment. I think it’s pretty cool of you, actually. So, what else are you into? Besides posing as eye candy for Kade, that is.” I smile at him coquettishly, completely unintentional. Yeah, right.
    “Whaaaaat? You think of me as eye candy and want to see how many licks it takes to get to the center of my lollipop? Wow! You don’t beat around the bush, do you? I like your style.” He raises his right eyebrow twice and gives me his biggest boyish grin he can conjure up.
    “Ummm…no. Nice try.” I attempt to be serious, but fail. Did it just get hot in here?
    “Hey! I heard you loud and clear. Posing. Eye candy. I can feel you undressing me with your eyes as we speak.” He winks.
    Of course you’re eye candy, you fine delicious piece of man! But, I’m not going to tell YOU that!
    “Hey! This is a non-date, remember? No sugar talk is allowed.” I try my best to sound as dignified as possible.
    “Sugar talk?” Josh questions.
    “Yes. Sugar talk, a conversation sexual in nature including but not limited to flirting, dirty talk, discussing fetishes, admitting kinky desires, sexting, and so on.” I feel myself blushing. Since when am I shy?
    Josh gives me a disbelieving look. “But, you started it with all the talk about wanting me to pose naked over a bear skin rug while you lick Pop Rocks candy off my butt cheeks.”
    No, he didn’t. Sexy AND cute? How will I resist him for the remainder of the evening?
    “You’re delirious.” I laugh.
    “What? You want to know if I’m delicious? No need to beg, you can taste me anytime. But, I thought this was a non-date. Why are you throwing yourself at me?” He questions me jokingly.
    Adorable. I can feel my heart begin to melt.
    “If I were to throw myself at you…as you just put, you definitely wouldn’t be questioning my actions.” A wicked smirk plants itself on my face.
    Josh’s expression turns lustful in a matter of seconds.
    What if I were to run my fingers through his hair and caress his face lightly with my lips. That wouldn’t do any harm, right? Wrong! Get your horny ass together and think of something that won’t get your panties in a bunch!
    The song, “Kryptonite” by 3 Doors Down starts playing on the radio. “I love this song! I haven’t heard it in years.” I turn it up, start singing along, and move to the beat. Perfect distraction.
    Josh stares at me and gives me a sensual smile, making his features look even more alluring.
    But, I’m sure he thinks I’m insane. We continue to joke, laugh, and crank up the music when feel good songs come on for the remainder of our drive.
    “Hey, so tell me about your family.” Josh has a curious expression and lowers the radio.
    “There’s not much to tell. It’s just me and my mom, Victoria. Oh, and Kade…of course. My mom moved to California from Jersey in the mid-eighties. She became pregnant with me and it was just us two until Kade came into our lives and moved in with us about twelve years ago.” I reply.
    “Tell me more about you and Kade.” Josh tries to sound nonchalant about his inquiry, but he’s unsuccessful.
    “Kade is my best friend, my headache, my sunshine, my partner in crime, my roommate and most important, the brother I never had. I want to run him over and use him as a speed bump sometimes, but I love him. Since we met, we’ve never been apart. My mom considers him a son. He’s family. What about you? Any siblings?”
    “Just my mom and I, that’s it.” He smiles, reaches for the radio, and turns up the music once again.
    Hmmm…he doesn’t like talking about himself, he’s very private. I wonder why?
    We’re in Elk Grove and finally arrive to our destination. An indoor shooting range? Is he serious?
    “We’re