I Hate the Way...

Part 63: "Was It Worth It?"

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"You made me wait..."

Hope's gaze darkened as the words left Josie's lips, the teasing tilt in her head, the sultry and breathiness in her tone, made a jolt of electricity travel down Hope's spine.

Hope chuckled darkly, her voice suddenly husky as she took another deliberate step toward the bed, watching as Josie suddenly pushed the toy deeper, her breath catching and her heart racing as Hope slowly closed the distance between them.

Her eyes locked back onto Josie's as she reached the edge of the bed, her hand brushing lightly against Josie's thigh.

The touch was gentle but it set Josie's skin on fire, and she finally released the moan she's been trying to fight since Hope opened the door.

Hope's eyes flashed brightly at the brunette as Hope fisted the sheets under Josie with one hand, her other slowly pulling Josie's leg up, placing it on her shoulder as she began to leave kisses against her calf, traveling upward toward the inside of her knee.

Josie let out a whimper, removing the toy to circle her clit before plunging it back into her center.

Hope let out a small growl at that, murmuring lowly as her kisses came to a halt, "Was it worth it?"

Josie's lips parted, a soft exhale escaping her. She couldn't pry her eyes away from Hope's intense gaze. "Depends," she replied, her voice barely above a whisper as she leaned forward slightly, one hand reaching out to tug Hope's towel loose, letting it fall to the floor.

Hope's breath hitched at the sensation of the cool air against her bare skin, but her focus remained entirely on Josie. "On what?"

Josie let out a moan, taking in the sight of Hope's erection. Her smile was slow and deliberate as she leaned back against the pillows, her eyes seductive as she looked back up at Hope. "On what you're going to do about it."

Hope's eyes sparkled with a mix of mischief and desire as she took in Josie's words. A slow, confident smirk tugged at the corners of her lips as she leaned in closer, her hand gently caressing Josie's thigh before tracing a path up her side.

Hope glanced down between Josie's thighs, her eyes flashing again before she closed them and took a deep breath.

When she reopened them, her eyes were still glowing as she met Josie's brown orbs.

But just when Josie expected Hope to take control, to claim her with the intensity she was craving, Hope's responded differently than Josie expected.

"Finish," Hope commanded, her tone low and authoritative, but it almost sounded like she was daring Josie to do it.

Josie could only blink, her brow furrowing in confusion and the movement of the toy slowing as she tried to understand what Hope meant. "What?"

Her eyes never left Josie's as she left another kiss to a spot on the inside of Josie's thigh and removed Josie's leg from her shoulder to set it back down against the bed.

Hope stood up straight, walking over to a chair in the room and dragging it closer to the bed before taking a seat. She settled herself, not even bothering to get dressed.

Her movements were unhurried as she got comfortable, before turning her attention fully back to Josie.

Hope's lips curled into a smirk seeing Josie's reaction. She nodded toward the toy still inside the brunette. "You started this," she said, her voice taking on that firm, commanding edge that made Josie's pulse quicken. "So you can finish it."

Josie's heart skipped a beat as realization dawned on her. The flush that colored her cheeks suddenly deepened as she stared into Hope's eyes.

Josie swallowed thickly, her mouth suddenly dry as she processed Hope's words.

The idea of continuing, of putting on a show for Hope, sent a thrill of excitement and nervousness through her. But as she looked into Hope's eyes and studied her body on display in front of her, she found herself unable to resist.

With a slow deliberate movement, Josie adjusted her position, leaning back against the pillows in a way that mirrored Hope's relaxed posture. She let her hand trail down her own body, teasing herself as her eyes locked with Hope's, refusing to break the intense contact between them.

Hope's breath hitched slightly, her eyes darkening with every movement Josie made. The side of Josie in control was driving her mad, but she refused to give in.

Josie's fingers danced over her skin, each touch deliberate, each movement slow and sensual as she continued to tease both herself and Hope. She bit her lip, a soft moan escaping as she let her mind wander, her thoughts consumed with the image of Hope watching her.

And Hope did watch. Her eyes never leaving Josie's body, her breath coming in shorter, sharper bursts as the tension between them built, just as the pressure in Josie's core.

"Are you close?" Hope asked, her voice rough with desire as she watched Josie push herself to the edge.

Josie's leg vibrated slightly, hearing the tone of Hope's voice bringing her so close. "Yes," she breathed, her movements becoming more desperate as she felt herself spiraling toward release.

She let out a soft cry when Hope suddenly stood from her seat and stepped closer to the edge of the bed.

Just as Josie's eyebrows began to crease, her back arching beautifully off the mattress beneath her, her eyes locked with Hope's the entire time...

Hope suddenly reached between her thighs and removed the toy from her center, leaving her empty in an instant.

Josie's eyes widened and her jaw fell open as Hope crushed the toy in her fist, letting the pieces fall on the floor.

Josie barely had the chance to let out a frustrated whine, before Hope grasped her chin roughly, leaning closer as her eyes burned into the brunette.

"Remember this moment next time you need an orgasm," Hope nearly growled at her, releasing her chin before beginning to walk away from the bed.

Josie shot up, "But you were–"

Hope turned back around in an instant, grabbing Josie's legs and pulling her to the edge of the bed in a split second, "I don't care if I'm busy, on the phone, in public, or 1000 miles away. I'm the only one who makes you come."

Josie's breath hitched at the change, her heart pounded in her chest. It all sent a thrill through her, but it was mixed with the sting of frustration and the lingering heat of her desire.

Hope's grip on her legs was firm, possessive, her eyes blazing with an intensity that Josie isn't sure she's seen before. The command in her voice was undeniable, and it sent a shiver down the brunette's spine, leaving no room for doubt about who was in control here.

"You understand?" Hope's voice was low as she leaned closer, her breath fanning Josie's skin. Her hand slid up Josie's thigh, her fingers digging in just enough to leave a mark, but still careful not to hurt her.

Josie's mind raced, the mix of emotions and sensations overwhelming her. The sheer force of Hope's presence, the raw desire in her eyes, the feeling of being completely at her mercy–it all made her feel both vulnerable and exhilarated. And she knew without a doubt, Hope's wolf was finally seeing the light of day again.

"Yes," Josie breathed out, her voice barely above a whisper, nodding her head as she very clearly submitted to Hope's will.

Hope's expression softened slightly, just enough for Josie to see the flicker of satisfaction in her gaze. But it was fleeting, replaced almost immediately by the same intensity. She leaned in, her lips hovering over Josie's, so close that their breaths mingled in the air. But she didn't close the gap.

"Good" Hope murmured, her tone almost tender as she held Josie's gaze.

With that, Hope captured Josie's lips in a searing kiss, with bruising force, and Josie couldn't help but moan into her lips.

It was over much quicker than Josie would've liked. Hope leaned away, letting out a deep breath, "I'm going to take another shower."

Without another word, Hope left Josie there in shock on the edge of the bed, with nothing to do other than think about all that just happened and look at the broken pieces of her old toy on the floor.

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