Page 151 of Take My Name

It’s been a nice break, even with Warren at work during the day, because I never took the time to relax and read for fun. I think I’ve read five books this week and am in the middle of an audiobook that I listen to while I’m in the bath.

Hayes texted me the day he shipped out my boxes to let me know when to expect them, but then he actually gave me an apology for sending out the Save the Dates and going after my trust fund. I apologized too for how things ended and not being truthful, or faithful for that matter, then I wished him the best in his career and finding a partner more suitable for him.

Though I wouldn’t be surprised if he’d be content living alone and staying single. His work came first and I don’t see that changing anytime soon.

But overall, things could’ve ended worse.

Assuming he didn’t cover my belongings in hot wax or something before shipping them to me.

“Hey, Maisie!” Bodie greets me when I enter the barn. “Warren’s in his office.”

“I came to visit someone else today,” I tell him, grinning.

“Is it me? I know I’m irresistible, but I think you’re too old for me.”

“You idiot.” Warren’s voice comes from behind and the distinct sound of him hitting Bodie over the head.

Warren meets me in front of Lilith’s stall.

“How’s she doin’ today?” I ask, petting her nose.

“Much better. The meds are finally workin’ and she’s been eatin’ and drinkin’ normal.”

I smile wide, brushing my fingers over hermane. Although she tried to kill me a few weeks ago, we’ve bonded and moved past the near-death experience.

“Hopefully she’ll be up for ridin’ again soon.”

“You?” He chuckles. “Let’s not get ahead of ourselves.”

I arch my back, pressing my ass into his groin. “Excuse me, cowboy? You implyin’ I dunno how to ride?”

He grabs my hips, stopping me from rubbing against him. “No, I’m sayin’ unless you have a death wish, you’re not allowed to ride her. She needs more trainin’ and it’ll be a while before she’s up for that.”

I frown. “As long as she’s healin’, though.”

Warren reaches around me and pats her nose. “She’s a fighter.”

“So how’s your day goin’ so far?” I ask, wiggling my ass against him once more.

“It’s a whole lot better now.” He wraps a hand around my waist, pulling me into his thickening erection.

“Feels like it’sreallybetter.”

“Maze…” He growls in my ear. “I’m not finished with work for another three hours, so you better stop that.”

But where’s the fun in that?

“Or you could take me into your office and you couldfinishright now.”

Expecting him to say no, I’m taken off guard when he grabs my hand and pulls me into a different room. By the time he locks the door, I’m pressed against it with Warren’s tongue in my mouth.

He works the buttons of his shirt until he frees it from his body. My palms slide up his rock-hard stomach and I dig my nails in his chest before scratching them back down.

“Fuck, Maze. We have to be fast. Be a good girl and bend over the saddle stand.”

He doesn’t have to tell me twice.

I do as he says and wait for him to position himself behind me.