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“My dad’s always been private.” My father was known to be quiet, grumpy at times, but also a teddy bear. He would do anything for the people he loved.
“I learned that right away. But he constantly talked about you and how proud he is of you. I tried getting more out of him because I wanted to meet you. Maybe he was overprotective because of what you’ve gone through with Shane. I don’t know. He never told me. But then I meetyouand I forgot about wanting to meet Rhett’s son.” Cam pushed away from the wall. “Now that I know who you are, you’re better than I imagined, Brady.”
I swallowed hard, watching him slowly come toward me.
“You’re damn near perfect. You’re everything I’ve wanted in a partner.”
His words washed over me, making the tiny hairs on my body tingle. “I’m far from perfect,” I whispered.
“I’m sorry about this mix-up. I wish I could have told you that I know your dad, but I didn’t know who you were, so I didn’t.”
“So, the espresso machine...”
“It was a gift.” Cam gave me a small smile, stopping a foot away from me. “It was also my little peace offering with Shane.”
“Thank you. You didn’t have to do that, but...thank you.”
“You’re welcome.” Cam reached out, brushing a finger along the side of my hand. “So, is this it? Are we done?”
“I don’t want it to be.” As soon as those words left my mouth, the back door opened, revealing my dad.
“Everything okay?” he asked, stepping outside and coming toward us. “Do I need to kick his ass? Because I will.”
Cam rolled his eyes.
I grabbed his hand, holding it tight in mine.
He met my gaze, a slow smile creeping on his face.
“No, I don’t need you to do that,” I told my dad.
“You never told me you were seeing someone.” Dad crossed his arms under his broad chest.
“It happened a little fast.” Cam released my hand and threw his arm over my shoulders. “Your son kind of stole my fucking soul.” He kissed my temple, letting his lips linger a second before pulling away.
“If this was anyone else, I’d say I don’t approve but I actually like this fucker, so I won’t say shit.” Dad rubbed the back of his neck. “Although, it is a little weird that one of my friends is dating my son.”
“So, I shouldn’t remind you that we’re business partners then.” Cam laughed, the deep sound vibrating through me.
Dad groaned. “That’s even fucking weirder.” He spun on his heel. “On that note, I’m heading back inside. Cam, don’t take too long. We still have business to discuss.”
Cam ignored him, turned toward me, and captured my face between his hands. “This is fast, but I need you to know, because I don’t want any more unexpected secrets between us, but I’m falling in love with you. I never expected it to happen either, but it has and—”
“I’m falling in love with you too.” I cupped the back of his head, running my fingers through the soft strands.
Cam grinned, lowering his mouth to mine.
The kiss was sweet and sensual, nothing like the man who had spent hours the night before fucking me like a savage beast.
I still couldn’t believe that he knew my dad, but I was thankful that my father approved. He hadn’t approved of any of my previous relationships, so I stopped telling him about them. I only wished he could find the same happiness and maybe one day he would. I hoped all of my friends would.
“I need to get back to your dad,” Cam murmured against my lips.
“And I need to get back to work.” But I couldn’t pull my mouth from his.
His hands roamed down my back, pulling me closer. “You’re going to spend the night with me.”
I chuckled at the demand. “Yes, Sir.”
Cam released me and took a step back. “Good boy.” He winked and headed back into the building.
All breath left me, but I couldn’t help the smile forming on my face.
After all of this time, I was finally happy.
THE END