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We pull apart, promising to meet at Jake's in an hour. As I leave the zoo, my heart brims with hope.
There’s something real between Jake and me. Tonight may be an untraditional date, but it's a step toward something more profound.
I understand that dating a guy with a kid will be complicated, but I'll take what I can whenever possible, no matter how limited our time alone is.
After being with Jake and Amber today, I believe he's worth it.
Chapter 5
Jake
Finley is curled up on the couch, a fuzzy blanket draped over her legs, flipping through the movie options on TV.
The flickering light from the TV screen dances across Finley's hair, highlighting her chestnut waves falling softly around her pretty face.
I settle onto the couch next to her, our thighs lightly touching.
As the opening credits begin to roll, Finley snuggles into my side, head resting on my shoulder. Her floral scent envelopes me, teasing my senses.
Having her here, in my space, with my daughter asleep nearby, feels intimate yet natural. It's only our second date, but I don't remember the last time I was as content.
“Can you believe this guy?” Finley giggles, pointing at the screen.
I chuckle, reaching for a handful of popcorn from the bowl between us. “I mean, who does that in real life?”
We dig into the popcorn as the couple onscreen bicker. Finley's running commentary has me chuckling–she has endless witty quips and funny observations about the characters.
On-screen, the leading couple strolls hand-in-hand through a moonlit park.
Finley lets out a soft “aww” as they stop under a willow tree, staring adoringly into each other's eyes.
“Now's the part where they finally kiss,” she whispers dramatically.
Sure enough, the man and woman share a passionate embrace, the camera circling them in a dizzying swirl.
Beside me, Finley clutches a throw pillow to her chest, completely enthralled. Seeing her so caught up in the romance on screen stirs an ache inside me.
Before I can talk myself out of it, I gently turn Finley's face toward mine. Her lips part in surprise, bright eyes questioning.
Keeping my movements slow, I lean in and capture her lips.
Finley makes a small sound of pleasure, grasping my shirt to pull me closer. As our kiss deepens, the movie fades into background noise.
I kiss her languidly, taking my time to explore the plush softness of her lips. When my tongue brushes hers, she shivers against me.
Needing her closer, I grasp her waist and lift until she straddles my lap, her skirt bunched around her silky upper thighs.
We both groan as our bodies align. Our kisses turn hungry, almost frantic. I can't get enough of her sweet taste.
Finley drapes her arms around my neck, fingers spearing into my hair. She pulls me closer, her nails dragging lightly across my scalp.
Her breasts press against my chest. Her hips begin to move in a slow, sensual rhythm that matches the beat of our kiss. I groan in response to her softness grinding against me.
My hands trail down her back, over her hips, memorizing every dip and curve. When I cup her butt cheeks, she lets out a surprised breath as our mouths meet.
She presses herself closer, grinding her core against my straining erection.
One hand moves to play with a nipple through her bra while the other slides underneath her skirt, fingers grazing bare skin until I reach my target—black lace hiding her heat.
