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my face is something I don’t want to share with anyone.
    Weaving my way through the crowd and out into the parking lot, my eyes once again try to locate him. A million thoughts run through my mind. What if he’s hot and heavy with Ava? The thought of him with another girl … it fucks me up. For reasons I can’t even comprehend.
    My skin prickles while my heart rate spikes when my ears register the sound of his laugh. “There’s someone. That’s all I’m goin’ to say right now … you seem shocked.”
    “I’m not going to lie, I am. Plus I’m a little sad as well. She must be something.”
    “Damn right, she’s somethin’.” He guffaws. “I haven’t figured her out completely yet, but I plan to.”
    “She’s lucky.” Ava sighs.
    “That’s up for debate.”
    “Why do you say that? Many girls would kill to be with you.”
    “Are you one of those girls, Ava?” My throat burns.
    “Once upon a time. Now, answer my question, Taylor.” Hmmm, maybe I’d like this chick.
    “I’m no good for her.” An anchor just weighted me down right where I hid. My pulse slows, and my throat aches.
    “Why’s that?”
    “Ah, that’s another interview. Do you want me to walk you back to the crowd?”
    “Nice dodge but I’m a big girl. I’ll see you in a few weeks. Up your game before I see you again. You’re kickin’ ass, but we need to see it more often.”
    “Will do, thanks. See ya, Ava.” Her steps crunch against the gravel as she walks away from the truck and me. Taking a few deep, quiet breaths, my mind tries to wrap around the information I just eavesdropped on. When the truck engine fires up, I’m jolted out of my thoughts, wasting no time to make it to him, desperate to be near him and not knowing why.
    He’s rolling down his window when I jerk his door open, out of breath from my run and the words he told Ava. Emotions feed my soul, fueling my actions.
    His face displays shock while his strong arms hold the door ajar. “Kelsey?”
    Stomping my foot onto the running board of his truck brings me level with his beautiful face. “Shut up,” I demand then I attack his mouth, swept up in the emotions his earlier words brought. Parker tangles one hand in my hair at the base of my neck opening my mouth further to him while his other hand squeezes my body tight to his. I can smell the sweat on him as well as feel it while I run my hands through his helmet hair. I love him messy.
    We part breathing heavy before I murmur against his lips, “I’m so proud of you, Parker.”
    “I’ll ride like that or better every damn time for kisses like that.” His voice rumbles through me while his eyes spark, fueling my core. “You’re cute when you blush.” He rubs our noses against each other.
    “Why’re you way out here when you should be celebrating?” My breathing accelerated.
    “I’m beat. I could use a sugar high, sweetness.” Oh, ooooh, is this the ride Brea was talking about?
    “You just said you’re tired.”
    Strong arms pull me in tighter to his body. “Never too tired for you.” Since I’m still standing on the running board , I decide to throw one leg over and straddle his lap. The steering wheel digs into my back while his shifter digs into my center. “Askin’ for trouble,” he growls, fingertips digging into my hip bones to steady my grinding.
    “I heard the ride after the ride is the best. Know anything about that?” I muse, licking my lips for good measure.
    “Just might.” His teeth graze my bare shoulder while his hips thrust upward, and I let out a moan. I’m so, so thankful I decided on a sundress for today. “You’re fuckin’ killin’ me.”
    “I’m ready for my run. However, I’m the only contestant.” I can feel my smile falter for a split second, and pray he didn’t notice. I don’t need my insecurities showing. “Hope I place.” Biting my bottom lip to hide my slip, I grind down on his hardness.
    “Kelsey.” My name coming from his voice, rough but