FIRE (Elite Forces #2)(56)
“You’re so damn bossy.” She wraps her arms around my neck and pulls her face close to mine. Nose to nose, she’s looking into my eyes.
“Are you just now figuring that out?”
“No, I vaguely remember thinking it the first time I met you.” She pulls another smile from me, and I start walking us back to the bedroom. This place is gorgeous, and I love the open feel of the beach right into the bedroom. It doesn’t help knowing that if anyone walks by, they’ll be able to hear us f*cking. I don’t mind that one bit, but they won’t be able to see. Our villa is on stilts, sitting high enough that we have the privacy we came here to have.
“Come with me tomorrow.” I’ve been trying to decide how to do this. We’re not a normal couple. It’s only fitting that this be different as well.
“Where?” She looks into my eyes after I lay her on her back on the bed. I crawl over her body and prepare for this next chapter in my life. One I’m dying to get started on.
“I want a new tattoo.” She smiles, knowing I’ve been itching for a new one.
“What are you thinking about getting?” She kisses my lips as I lower myself playfully on her body.
“I’m thinking a ring or something. Maybe your name across my ass.” Her laugher fills the room, and I take this opportunity to kiss the crook of her neck, gliding my body in place on top of hers.
“I do own it.”
I sit up and look straight into her eyes again. Yes, she does own it. She owns me and my future. If she’s not involved in it, I want nothing to do with it.
“You do. Now, let’s make it official. Marry me, Jade.” She pulls her smile into a serious facial expression, looking for any sign I’m kidding here. She won’t find one. I’m dead serious. I want her in my life forever.
“Jade. You’re my forever. With or without a shiny f*cking ring, you’re mine and I’m yours. I don’t want some bullshit piece of gold to wear to commit my love to you. I want it permanently on my body to last forever. Just like we will.” She starts to slowly smile while she continues to study my face.
She pulls me down into a passionate kiss before she says the words I hoped she’d say.
“Yes, Sir.” Fuck. That’s it. I’m done forever.
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Acknowledgements by Hilary
I read my acknowledgements from ICE and can’t think of one single word I’d change for this book! It was the same crew bringing it together for this one and the same amazing people supporting us. So please don’t get mad at me, but I feel I said it best in ICE! So here are my acknowledgements!
Kathy Coopmans is an amazing woman and it has been an absolute pleasure beginning this journey with her. I know this series will be epic because every single time we talk…. We enhance it. The story unfolded beautifully as we both allowed the creative words to flow. The lineup we have in mind is going to blow people away and I can’t wait to stand proud as f*ck right next to you! (Yes I’m the one that says f*ck mostly through the book if you haven’t guessed lol.)
My husband and kids are my life. Without their love and support I could never do any of this. It is through them that I have learned to love, live, and take chances. My heart is full because of these four.
Golden… My furious man! You have been amazing to work with over the past two years! This series will provide new ventures for us both and I know we’ll stand stronger for it in the end! Lots of love my friend!
Dylan and Tessi. My two fav hotties right now! How in the world do you two plan to deal with us? You’re stuck with us on this journey and I couldn’t be prouder! Everything happens for a reason and I know deep in my heart this collaboration is just the beginning of careers that will flourish! It’s through the love and support as a team that we will all conquer great things!
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Betas… I want to thank you all for pointing out the imperfections! We loved hearing from each of you and appreciate you taking the time to help make this possible!
SE Hall and Victoria Ashley-My loves! I’m so glad you love Kaleb! We can maybe work out some sort of trade with your guys if you really think you’re going to claim him! He’s a hot one so bring your best to the table! I know you both have them!
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