Page 31 of Only You
“She said it was love at first sight. Antonio is a great guy, and he makes her happy. That’s why I don’t feel too guilty for packing up and moving here.”
Hannah James was easy to talk to. I told her things I’d never told anyone except Owen. When she asked about me, it felt natural to tell her, even though I was sure she saw me in a different light. After finishing dinner, we climbed into the helicopter and returned to Harbor Falls. As much as I wanted to take her home with me, I had to pick up Lucy from Annie’s.
“How about a walk on the beach before I take you home,” I said. “It’s a beautiful night.”
“I’d love that.” A smile crossed her lips.
Once we hit the beach, we kicked off our shoes, and I rolled up the bottom of my pants. Taking hold of her hand, we walked along the shoreline as the stars and the moon lit up the night sky.
“Thank you for a beautiful dinner in Charleston.” She glanced at me.
“You’re welcome.” I stopped, let go of her hand, and cupped her face as her eyes stared into mine. “You’re a very beautiful woman, Hannah James. I hope you don’t mind that I’m going to kiss you now.”
“I don’t mind at all.”
Leaning in, my lips brushed against hers. What started as a soft kiss became hard and pleasurable. My cock quickly rose to the occasion, and I needed to stop.
“I better get you home before Colin calls the police.” I smiled, softly stroking her cheek.
“Okay.” She laughed.
Inhaling a sharp breath, we returned to the car, and I drove her home. After saying goodbye, I went next door to Annie’s and lightly knocked on the door.
“Hey, Alex.” Jerry smiled, opening the door. “Come on in.”
“Hey, Dad.” Lucy walked over.
“How was your baking lesson?” I patted her head.
“She’s a natural baker.” Annie grinned. “Here are some of the desserts we made.” She handed me a container.
“Thanks, Annie. I hope she wasn’t too much trouble.”
“Not at all. She was an angel.”
“Bye, Annie. Bye, Jerry.”
“Bye, sweetheart. You’re welcome here anytime,” Annie said.
We climbed into the car, and I looked at Lucy.
“Annie said you were an angel.” I smiled.
“I like Annie and Jerry. She’s a little crazy, but who isn’t.” She grinned. “And Noah is so cute. Annie let me feed him his bottle.”
“I’m happy you had a good time.”
“How was your date with Hannah.”
“We had a nice time.” I smiled.
The following morning, I took my cup of coffee out to the patio and thought about Hannah. Hell, I was up all night thinking about the kiss we shared and how I wanted more. My phone rang, and I saw Owen calling when I glanced at it.
“Good morning.”
“You sound like you’re in a chipper mood. Harbor Falls must be doing you good.”
“No complaints so far. What can I do for you, my friend?”