Chapter 22

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"Wow Richard, this is actually really good." Tristen says appreciatively.

"I try." He says as he shrugs his shoulders. His hand rubs across my thigh under the table as we eat.

"How long have you been in the states?" Tristen is making small talk, though she has nothing against him, i know she'd like him a lot more, if I were on her arm instead.

" I've been here a few months, finishing up school."

Tristen continues small talk, and Richard engages without giving anything away.

"The guest rooms on the left , the bathroom is straight back, and anything you want from the kitchen go for it." Richard says as he loads the dishwasher . "Tristen your car will be here in the morning. ".

"Thank you Richard." She smiles half heartedly and her yawn betrays her as she walks to the kitchen , hugs him and retreats to the room.

"You are beautiful." I lean against the doorway in sweats a little to large and a tank top. I blush at his compliment .

He dries his hands and in seconds I'm on the countertop with him between my legs.

" Will you spend the night with me tonight, Ryon?" His eyes burn into mine

I know he's asking me to room with him, rather than Tristen. My heart flutters and I'm anxious.

I nod my head.

" I just want to hold you, Ryon." He kisses my lips and sets me back on my feet. " I just want to hold you." He assures me again, as he smiles and leads me to his room.

He tucks me in his arms and pulls me to his chest. The moment his arms wrapped around me a nerves were tamed, it felt natural and I felt secure. I smile and pull his arms tighter and he complies.

"I love you." He whispers and kisses the back of my head.

"I love you too." I respond and in moments I'm asleep .

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