Chapter 52: Kaitlyn was red, so red, that her skin looked flushed. A simple touch to her cheek radiating heat as she all but nuzzled into him.  He could tell she was nervous by the skittish in her eyes, the way her lip trembled slightly, her teeth already gnawing at it. It was the same way she looked every time she was embarrassed to admit something. "Well... what is it, Kaitlyn?" She bit her lip, again and he inwardly groaned, wanting to replace her teeth with his own. The urge to nibble and lick, very, very real as he tore his gaze away. Kaitlyn knew what effect that had on him yet she continued to do it. He couldn't tell if she teased him on purpose, or was just forgetful.  He flinched and froze when she suddenly leaned forward and placed her hands on either side of his face. After a second, her lips parted, pulling him toward her.  "I'm yours, Jackson. I want you to address like I am." She whispered before ki

Chapter 54:The time back at the house was surreal, and Jackson had returned to work already. It had been almost a week since their arrival from the islands, and the snow was heavy on the ground outside. Despite the weather change, the atmosphere had stayed from their last night in her aunt's home. Their newfound relationship growing on her mind as her eyes cut to the clock. The days back had been lingered with kisses, and constant moments of affection that left her blushing. Since they'd been back, she'd honestly probably taken off his clothes more than he had changed outfits. The thought left her stomach swirling and she smiled despite herself, combing a brush through her unruly hair as she prepped for their date tonight. It had only been about a week, but it was lively and fun. Something she hadn't had before. Jackson had taken on a new life since their confessions, he was even more flirtatious, but he was al

Chapter 56:  She couldn't for the life of her, understand his anger. His betrayal so thick in her throat, that it felt like sludge. As if it was blinding her.   She couldn't see past it.  She could only hyperfocus on the fact he had manipulated her, just like Randy once did.  Her fingers fisted into her red dress. "You watched me cry over him and you never corrected me. You just let me feel hopeless and betrayed...I trusted you."  Jackson looked furious. "Should you have felt any different?" Jackson's voice thundered, "He cheated on you and slept with you right after he came home from a trip with her! Or did you forget that part?"  Kaitlyn felt like her heart was going to burst, but she didn't back down. "Of course I remember what happened! But you should've let me choose how I wanted to feel, not how you thought I should feel. I deserved to form my own decision when it came to him and what he did!

Chapter 58: Jackson set his drink down, a single brow raising on his face."Well, well, look who it is. What are you, a wizard or something goldy locks?" Jackson watched as his best suddenly appeared across the room, his blonde brows furrowed as he crossed the room like an angry storm. Spencer always seemed to know where to find him when shit hit the fan. The blonde man scooted out the stool beside him and stared him down when he took a seat. The question in that gaze was very readable, but Jackson looked away. Not wanting to answer. So, he played the fool instead. He made sure to keep his gaze downward on his glass, "So what brings you to this lonely place? Or did you come here to stalk lil' ol me?" He slurred, ignoring the way Spencer scoffed. "I've been looking everywhere for you," Spencer explained, his face serious. "Did you know Kaitlyn called Hannah? She was balling." Spencer informed with a scowl. But th

Chapter 60: Kaitlyn was surprised by the vulnerability on Josh's features. She shook her head, setting her flower neatly on the coffee table. She'd have to find it a vase soon. "No, of course not." She answered, after a moment of thinking on it.  There was no twinge of betrayal.  "Why not? I kept him from you too, you know." Josh stated, matter of fact.  Kaitlyn sighed, "But it's different. You didn't deceive me. Or at least, for some reason, it feels different."  Josh raised a brow. "All I told you was that he was staying with me. I never made it clear that Jackson should tell you about what happened that day, but don't you think that makes me partly to blame?"  She frowned, shaking her head. "Josh, you shouldn't have had to tell him to come clean, and I know you didn't know I wasn't aware still." "That may be true, K, but I can't say I didn't think Randy needed to leave too. You didn't