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He tenses against my side. “Me, too.”

“It’s a lot stronger than I expected.”

“Listen, Mabel, we don’t have to do anything. I know you need more time, and I’ll wait for you. Take as long as you need.”

“All I need right now is you,” I whisper.

His grip on my waist tightens. “Mate,” he growls.

I shiver. “Are we picking up the pizza?”

“Delivery.”

“Thank God,” I whisper before I throw myself into his arms.

We’re still a block from his place, but I don’t care. I can’t wait. I need to feel him against me. Miles must feel the same way because he catches me easily and takes off at a brisk jog.

I bounce in his arms, my body rubbing against his, and we both groan.

“You feel so good,” I whisper against his neck as I trail kisses down it.

“Mate,” he chokes out as I suck on his skin.

“Are you going to bite me?”

He snarls, slamming the key into the door and kicking it open.

The door slams shut behind us, and then he’s pressing me against it.

“I’m going to do a lot more than bite you,” he says darkly.

I grin. “Prove it.”

He growls in response, and then we’re moving again. He carries me up the stairs, taking them two at a time. I’m amazed at how strong he is. I mean, I’ve always been plus-size. It comes with living off chips and peanut butter sandwiches for most of my life. Miles doesn’t make me feel fat or chubby or any of the cruel things the bullies called me. He makes me feel beautiful, delicate, and cherished.

It’s foreign to me. Not that I’m complaining. It’s wonderful to finally experience it.

We head into the bedroom, and Miles sets me down next to the bed. He grips my hips and slides his hands up. I arch into his touch, and he groans as my breasts fill his hands.

“Oh, God,” I gasp.

He licks his lips. “You’re sure?”

I blink. “Huh?”

He smirks. “Are you sure you want this? Because if you don’t, that’s fine. I’ll wait for you.”

“No, I’m sure. I trust you. I’ve never felt this way about anyone. I never thought I would. I’m not grateful for the car accident, but I’m glad it brought us together.”

“Me, too.”

I smile at him, and he sucks in a shaky breath.

“Mabel, I… You’re all I’ve ever wanted. I won’t let you down. Ever.”

“I know,” I whisper.

“And I’ll make tonight good for you. I swear.”