Page 82 of Silk Sheets

“I know you’re trying,” he finally said, pulling back to meet my apologetic eyes. “And I am so proud of you.”

With goosebumps covering my skin, my chest exploded with warmth as his words resonated deep within me.That felt so good to hear.

I leaned in, pressing my lips to his in excitement. His tongue dominated mine, and out of instinct, my hips rolled against him.

His hands slid to my ass and I groaned into his mouth, feeling him squeeze my ass before pulling back to leave a trail of kisses down my jawline.

He buried his face in the crease of my neck and my clit ached as my head rolled back with a whimper. I trailed my nails up his nape, tangling my fingers in his hair.

He gave the belt of my robe a slight tug, allowing it to fall open, leaving my front exposed.

He pushed the material down my shoulders, lifting his hand to grip the back of my neck. Leaving wet kisses down the valley of my breasts, his warm mouth latched onto my left nipple.

My mouth fell open with a moan, and I rolled my hips against the bulge in his pants. His hand glided to the front of my throat—his grip tightening—and I arched my back, pushing my chest into his face.

He traced his tongue over my chest one last time before his lips crashed against mine. Having him this close to me again—his care, his affection—feltexhilarating

My stomach growled embarrassingly loud and Chase smiled against my skin. He looked up at me and I closed my eyes. “Sorry.”

“Come on,” he held the back of my thighs as he stood. My arms snaked around his neck as he carried me into the kitchen.

He lowered me to the bar stool and I watched him gather my favorite snacks. He plated them in front of me and leaned onto the countertop with both arms.

Kaden entered with a woman, and I couldn’t help my brows drawing together.Who the fuck…

Chase pressed a kiss to my temple. “You’re frowning.”

“No, I’m scowling.”Who is this?

“Chase, you remember Lilian,” Kaden said, and Chase gave him a single nod, shifting his eyes toLilianbefore shaking her hand.

She smiled, shifting her eyes to me. “Who’s your little friend?”

My jaw nearly dropped in disbelief, but I held it together, forcing my most polite smile.

“Dakota,” I reluctantly answered.

She extended her hand. “I’m Lilian.”

I shook her hand. “Yeah, I heard.”

Her eyes narrowed in on me for a second before we let go, and I watched her smile over at Chase, batting her eyelashes.

“It was nice seeing you again, Chase,” she acknowledged him before Kaden saw her to the door.

I hopped off the kitchen bar stool, grabbing some water. “It was nice seeing you again, Chase,” I silently mimicked, rolling my eyes.

“You’re jealous,” Chase accused me.

“I’m not,” I lied, downing some of my water.This is ridiculous.

I continued snacking but when Kaden took longer than usual, I grew agitated.

Hopping off the barstool, I exited the kitchen and headed for the front door. “Seriously? What’s taking—” I froze, seeing Kaden in the doorway with another man.

Both their gazes landed on me but when my eyes landed on the other man, my heart pounded.

An expensive black, wrinkle free suit that had clearly been tailored for him. Tattoos peeked out of the collar of his white dress shirt and the back of his hands that were tucked into the pockets of his slacks. Green eyes narrowed in on me, sending a bolt of fear zapping down my spine. “I’m sorry,” I blurted out and the man grinned.