Part 7 (1/2)

I grab his hand and drag him to keep up with me. A waterfall would be the most amazing find. I could do so many different shoots with it. The closer we get, the louder it gets. When we come to a clearing and look left, I'm speechless. I drop Jax's hand and make my way over to the lake that does, in fact, have the most stunning waterfall. It's running down moss-covered rocks, and there are wooden beams covered in graffiti that just make it that much more interesting. I grab my camera and begin snapping pictures of everything. I am totally in the zone, focusing on nothing else but the beautiful sight in front of me. I take down my camera, smile, and look around.

”Kallie?” Jax says.

I spin around to find Jax grinning. It's not that I forgot he was here. I just got so caught up in the photos.

”I'm sorry. I just can't help myself. I see so much beauty here, and I have to capture it,” I explain.

He walks over and puts his arm around my shoulder. Holy s.h.i.+t, just a simple touch like this, and I can feel my knees going weak.

”Don't you ever be sorry for that. I look at you, how pa.s.sionate you are, and it amazes me. You are someone people envy with your talent and dedication. Your tattoo is perfect for you...you do capture the moment,” he says.

It's feeling too intimate, and I can't have that. I lift my arm and elbow him right in the stomach. He leans forward with a humph.'

”Stop bringing that up,” I hiss. He catches his breath, stands up, and looks at me. ”Sorry.”

”No, you're not,” he says with a chuckle and we both fall into a fit a laughter.

”You're right, I'm not, but maybe now you'll stop talking about it,” I say once my laughter is under control.

”Yeah, probably not,” he says and winks at me before moving closer to the water. Even though I'm embarra.s.sed he's brought it up again, I can't help but just let it go. I hold my camera up and begin snapping pictures of him standing with his back to me. Even from the back, he's hot as h.e.l.l. I snap a few more before I make my way down to him. He wraps his arm around me again, and this time, I don't elbow him. I just stand there and take it all in with him.

After about fifteen minutes of complete silence, he squeezes my shoulder, drawing my attention from the waterfall.

”Blake told you about having some people over tonight. Would you like to come hang out for a while? We haven't eaten since breakfast, and I know between him and Max, there will be good food,” he asks with a small, hopeful grin.

How the h.e.l.l can I say no? He's gone out of his way for me multiple times last night and today. Plus, I really do want to hang out and get to know him around his friends.

”Sounds good. You ready to get out of here?” I say.

He lets go of my shoulder but grabs my hand. ”I'm ready when you are. I'll wait as long as it takes,” he utters.

f.u.c.k, I don't think he's just talking about being here. I don't acknowledge what he says. I just smile and take one last photo of the sun dipping down behind the waterfall.

”I'm ready.”

He nods his head, and we silently make our way back to his car.

Chapter Eight.

Jax The trip to the park was a success. Kallie loved it, and I can see why. It was definitely a great place, full of perfect settings for a photo shoot. It was the first time since I've met her that I wanted to grab her and kiss the s.h.i.+t out of her. Watching her when she takes pictures is such a d.a.m.n turn on. She looks so f.u.c.king s.e.xy, but after the elbow to the stomach, I figured I had better not push my luck. I did, however, mean what I said about waiting as long as it takes. I know if she would just let her guard down, we could have something great. I see little breaks in her resolve every once in a while, but she fixes that quickly. For now, I'll take this friends.h.i.+p because I f.u.c.king love being around her.

”Jax, do you think we could just stop at my place real quick so I can change? I'd rather not meet your friends dressed like a b.u.m,” she asks.

I glance at her and grin. If being dressed in a tight black tank top and jean shorts is her idea of b.u.mming it, I can't wait to see what she puts on.

”You got it,” I say.

We're almost home, and the ride wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. The ride up may have been full of laughs and singing, but the ride home was a bit more serious. We've been talking about our brothers and family. I feel an overwhelming need to thank her brother for pus.h.i.+ng her to photograph people. If he hadn't, who knows if we would have met? I also can't wait for her to meet Brody. I know they'll get along great; they're so much alike with their goals.

”Jax, who exactly is going to be at this party?” she asks, pulling me out of my thoughts.

”I'm not totally sure. I know Max will be there, my brother is supposed to stop by, and I could be wrong, but I think Blake mentioned Brinley coming too. There'll be a few more models and guys from work, I'm sure,” I say. When I glance over, she's biting her lip and nods her head. I get the feeling she's nervous, and it makes me wonder why. ”What's up? We don't need to go if you don't want to.” I stop at a light and grab her hand. I can't f.u.c.king help it. I feel compelled to touch her in some way.

”No, no, I want to go. It will be fun,” she says.

I squeeze her hand and focus back on the road when the light changes. It's only a few minutes before I'm parking in a spot at her place. We get out of the car and head inside. I go to the stairs and she laughs.

”Why do you always take the stairs? Elevators scare you?” she asks, smiling.

I lightly laugh and push through the door. ”No, elevators don't scare me. I just feel like they're the lazy way. I'd rather use the stairs.”

She rolls her eyes and starts running up the stairs. ”I'll show you lazy,” she says and laughs as she rushes up.

I take the stairs two at a time and catch up to her, grab her by the waist, lift her up, and carry her the rest of the way. She laughs and holds on tight to my arms. When we make it to her floor, I kick open the door and run down to hers. I put her down and she turns around, still laughing.

”What? Just showing you how fun taking the stairs can be,” I say with a grin.

She shakes her head and slips the key in, unlocking the door. We go inside and she flips on the lights.

”Okay, you proved your point. Stairs can be fun,” she says as I smile and lean against the wall. ”I'm going to get changed. Sit, I won't be long.”

I sit down on the couch and pull out my cell phone. I text Blake and let him know we'll be heading over soon. He doesn't reply, which doesn't surprise me. He's probably busy entertaining.' I laugh to myself and pull up my Facebook page, checking to see what I've missed. I posted a picture earlier. It's so flattering, the comments I get from all these women. They definitely know how to inflate your ego. I've gotten some off the wall private messages that are flattering, but nothing I'd ever act on. I usually just reply with a thank you.

After being on for about twenty minutes, I close it down and wait on Kallie. Thoughts of last night and seeing her in just her bra and panties flash through my mind. What I wouldn't give to have her squirming under me, her soft skin glistening with sweat, and her wet p.u.s.s.y wrapped around my c.o.c.k.

”Sorry, I'm ready,” she says.

I snap my head over to her and try to clear it of s.e.xual thoughts before I attempt to make good on them. My hard c.o.c.k may take a bit longer to convince, though. It doesn't help that she's wearing a tight dress that makes her t.i.ts pop out. She looks f.u.c.king stunning. Her hair is down and curled, her makeup is on, and f.u.c.k, those t.i.ts. s.h.i.+t, I said that, but it's like they're begging for my attention.

”Kallie, you are hot as h.e.l.l. I'll need to keep an eye on those a.s.sholes tonight,” I say, shoving my hands in my pockets.

She laughs and shakes her head, but I'm serious. They'll be climbing all over her, much like I would if she f.u.c.king let me.

We pull up to my house, and as usual, the street is flooded with cars.

”Holy s.h.i.+t. There are a lot of people here,” Kallie says, twisting her head around.

I get out and she meets me in front of the car. ”Yeah, but you'll have fun, believe me. Come on; let me introduce you to some people,” I say, nodding toward the house. I take her hand, and we walk into the house. Most everyone is outside, but there are a few hanging around inside as well. As soon as she sees them, she drops my hand like it's on fire. I just sigh and move into the kitchen. ”Looks like more people are outside, come on.”

She follows me out, and people bombard me right away. Monica runs over and I catch her. We laugh and she gives me a kiss h.e.l.lo. She introduces me to some new friends she brought. Blake comes over and slaps me on the back.

”Brother, holy f.u.c.k, there are some hot chicks here tonight. Glad you decided to come home alone; you need to get your d.i.c.k wet instead of ignored,” Blake says excitedly. I hear a throat clear behind me and close my eyes. ”She's behind us, isn't she?” I nod my head, and he turns around, smiling. ”Kallie, I'm so f.u.c.king glad you made it. What can I get you? A drink? Food? You want to go for a swim?”