Page 13 of Elemental Love (Warlocks #1)

Evrain discovered that he enjoyed planting.

Probing the warm compost with a finger to make a hole, dropping the plants in then bedding them down was satisfying work.

Dominic had a portable radio that he balanced on the wall next to them.

The local station played a mixture of pop and rock, interspersed with entertaining, if cheesy, commercials for local businesses.

The music gave a beat to the rhythm of the work and Evrain hummed along.

Every now and again, he caught Dominic giving him a sideways glance.

It was a shame it wasn’t warmer, then he could have stripped off his shirt and given Dominic something to really look at.

They could form a mutual appreciation society—Evrain was certain that Dominic must be nicely ripped. He licked his lips.

“Are you thirsty?” Dominic asked. “Annie will give us bottled water if you want some.”

“I’m good. Maybe later.”

They carried on working in silence for a while until Dominic paused.

“I need to fetch the trays of seedlings for the hanging baskets.”

“Need a hand?” Evrain asked, rising from where he’d been kneeling on the floor finishing off a pot.

Dominic shrugged so Evrain took that as an invitation.

He followed Dominic around to the back of the building where there was a small parking lot.

In one corner, there was a storage shack.

It didn’t merit the title of shed in Evrain’s opinion.

It seemed to be constructed from a converted freight box of some kind.

“I keep some equipment here for my business. The trays of plants are inside.” Dominic pulled open the heavy door.

Inside it was very dark. Evrain could just make out the shape of a mower, some kind of spray pump and a few sacks of compost. Tools hung in neat rows on the walls.

Dominic disappeared into the darkness. Evrain glanced across the lot—there was nobody around.

He followed Dominic and pulled the door closed behind him, enclosing them both in the warm, dark space.

Evrain focused his senses. Scents surrounded him, earthy and sweet. He could hear Dominic’s breathing, faster than it should be.

“What…”

Before Dominic could get another word out, Evrain gathered him into a firm embrace.

“I’ve been wanting to do this all morning.

” He pressed his lips to Dominic’s, probing the seam with his tongue.

Evrain was even more assertive than first thing that morning when he’d tasted Dominic for the first time.

His lips were so soft. Let me in, darling.

Dominic stood stiff in Evrain’s hold. Evrain slipped an arm around his hips then cupped Dominic’s ass.

Dominic gasped, his lips parted, and Evrain took full advantage, thrusting his tongue into Dominic’s mouth.

He pulled Dominic closer until they were pressed together, groin to groin.

Dominic’s erection stabbed at him through the layers of their clothing.

He ravished Dominic’s mouth, keeping him distracted while he slipped his hand down the back of Dominic’s cargo pants.

His ass was firm, well muscled and warm.

Evrain squeezed a cheek then probed Dominic’s crack with his finger.

Dominic squirmed and moaned. He pulled away from the kiss.

“Stop! Stop, Evrain.”

“Why?” Evrain stilled. “I think we’re both enjoying this.”

“I’ll… I’ll come!”

“Oh, is that all? That’s the general idea.” Evrain pushed the dry tip of his finger past Dominic’s fluttering guardian muscle.

Dominic fumbled with his zipper. He yanked his pants and underwear down to midthigh, then grasped his rigid cock.

“That’s mine.” Evrain slapped Dominic’s hand away, replacing it with his own. “So hot.” Two swift tugs and Dominic came in a hot gush over Evrain’s hand.

“Oh God!” Dominic panted. “This isn’t right.”

“Feels right to me.” Evrain chuckled, pulling Dominic closer again.

“You’re, you’re… Do you want…? Oh God.” Dominic rested his head on Evrain’s shoulder. Heat poured from his body.

“You don’t have to do anything, Dominic.” Evrain gave himself a few points for self-control. “That was for you.”

Dominic sank to his knees. He unfastened Evrain’s pants, letting his cock spring free. Evrain locked his knees, parted his legs a little farther. He wished there was more light. What he wouldn’t give to watch Dominic’s pretty mouth taking him in.

Wet heat surrounded Evrain’s dick as Dominic began to suck. He went at his task with enthusiasm, keeping his teeth covered apart from the occasional light scrape. Evrain sucked in his breath. Dominic had a talented mouth. He was going to get Evrain off in seconds.

Evrain grabbed a handful of Dominic’s hair, holding him in place.

He waited to see if Dominic fought against the hold, but he didn’t.

There was no resistance. Evrain jerked his hips, fucking Dominic’s willing mouth.

Dominic submitted totally, allowing Evrain control.

On the edge of orgasm, Evrain loosened his grip on Dominic’s hair, giving him a chance to pull away.

“Close.” The word came out as a hiss. Dominic sucked harder, taking Evrain’s shaft deep into his throat.

Evrain came hard, muscles trembling. Dominic swallowed every drop, then licked Evrain’s shaft clean before letting it slip from his lips.

For a few moments, the only sound was their heavy breathing.

Dominic was the first to move. He pushed open the door, flooding the storage container with light.

Evrain blinked as the brightness temporarily blinded him.

He spotted a rag and cleaned off his hands before yanking up his pants.

Dominic quickly adjusted his clothing too.

He picked up a couple of trays of plants and without a word headed back toward the diner.

Smug didn’t begin to describe how Evrain felt.

He hefted a couple of trays of seedlings and set off after Dominic.

Fabric rubbed his oversensitized cock with every step.

At the front of the diner there was no sign of Dominic.

Evrain perched on the wall and waited. He didn’t want to carry on working and get things wrong.

After a couple of minutes, Dominic appeared from inside the diner, clutching a couple of bottles of Gatorade.

He thrust one into Evrain’s hand without a word.

He didn’t make eye contact and his cheeks were glowing scarlet.

Evrain took the drink. He didn’t need to push.

He had Dominic well and truly in his clutches.

There was nowhere for Dominic to run or hide.

Evrain was content to take his time. Other opportunities like today would present themselves.

The thrill of the hunt coursed through his veins.

Sooner or later, Dominic would realize that resistance was futile.

Evrain knew, deep down, that they were meant to be together.

Is this what love at first sight feels like?

He watched Dominic’s Adam’s apple bob and he chugged down his drink.

Every bit of him turns me on, yet I don’t know him, not really.

Dominic wiped his mouth with the back of his hand—his lips were puffy, kiss-swollen.

He gave Evrain a shy smile. Not wanting to spoil the moment, Evrain just smiled back.