Steamed 2 (Steamed #2) by Nella Tyler Read Free Book Online Page B

to run Link. But thanks for the...interesting
afternoon.” I winked as I headed out the door.

 
    Chapter
Nine

 
    Looking in the mirror I admired the curls in my hair. I
wasn't one to spend a lot of time on my hair but I was glad that I decided to
curl it that evening, even if it did take me a half hour to do so. The curls
just cascaded around my shoulders and I loved the look. I was in the process of
getting ready for another hot date with Link. I had recovered from our last
tryst in his office just in case he was up for more later on. Satisfied with my
makeup and hair, I decided to get dressed. I picked out a black cocktail dress
that I thought would drive Link a little crazy. Not that I needed anything to
do that but it was nice to dress special for the man in my life. I was pretty
sure I could go out on our date in a garbage bag and he would still want to
ravage me. With Link, I felt incredibly sexy all the time and I think a lot of
people lost that in their relationships. I doubted that would ever happen to
Link and I however, our chemistry was natural and the flames licked between us
without any effort.
    I headed to the kitchen and poured myself a glass of wine
while I waited for Link to come and pick me up. I wasn't entirely sure where we
were going that evening but I liked surprises so it didn't matter. I sipped on
my wine enjoying the flavour. It just set t he mood and tone for my evening, stress-free and relaxing. Everything was running smoothly. Well except for the
fact that my brother seemed to be trying to throw a monkey wrench in Link's
life.
    Speak of the devil, there was a knock on my door and Jared
peeked inside. My mouth dropped open. It wasn't like him to come over
unannounced and I knew that Link would be arriving there any moment. I had to
find out what he wanted and get him out, quick. Things were about to go
downhill really fast. God, why hadn't I just told him about Link? Then I
wouldn't be in this mess.
    “Hey sis, how are you doing?”
    “I'm great Jared, how are things with you?” I sipped
nervously at my wine as he came into my apartment and headed towards the
kitchen.
    “Wine! That sounds great. Why don't you pour me one?”
    “I would Jared, but I'm actually heading out in a bit.”
    “Really, where to?” He suddenly noticed my dress and looked
me over, “Why are you all dressed up?”
    I smiled, “Well if you must know nosey brother, I have a
date.”
    He grinned mischievously, “Wow Gemma, that's great. I'm
happy for you. You haven't really been dating much lately. So who is the lucky
guy?”
    “Oh, I don't want to jinx it, plus it's really none of your
business,” I said with a smile. I really didn't need to be having that
conversation with Jared. My heart was thundering in my chest and I wanted to
tell him to go but I didn't know how to do it without raising suspicions. God,
I really needed to get rid of him, I wasn't sure what would happen if Link
showed up at that moment. It was sure to get ugly. Why did Jared have to pick
this night of all times to come and visit to me? Why hadn't he called first? I
could have set up a time to go visit him tomorrow, but no he had to just show
up and there he was standing in my living room moments before my date was set
to arrive.
    “Well, like I said he's a lucky guy and he better treat you
like a princess. My sister deserves the best.”
    I laughed nervously and downed the rest of my wine in a
couple gulps. He arched an eyebrow as he watched me. “Thanks Jared, that's
sweet. But I really should get going. Was there a reason you stopped in? Maybe
we can catch up tomorrow and you can fill me in.”
    “Well, actually--”
    Just then the doorbell rang and we both turned to look at
it. My stomach dropped and I thought there was a good chance that I would vomit
right there, in the middle of my kitchen floor. Before I could stop him, Jared
went to answer the door. I froze, unable to stop this train wreck from
happening. I should have stopped