The Last Strike의 모든 챕터: 챕터 31 - 챕터 40

Ashton’s POV:It’s been a week, five back-to-back games, and I have yet to complete Liz’s challenge. I was so damn close in last night’s game. I only needed one more RBI to earn my reward of seeing Liz naked.If there is a God, I will succeed in today’s game! I was arrogant enough to think that Liz might give in and reward me last night, but the woman has grown sexually cruel over these past few years. She laughed at me when I attempted to sweet-talk her. Liz had looked me dead in the eyes with those hypnotizing green eyes, and flashed me the most wicked little grin, only to then whisper, “Maybe you’ll earn it tomorrow, Slugger. Try a little harder.”I’m still hard just thinking about that brief moment of teasing.The paparazzi had managed to capture photos of our spontaneous kiss at the batting cage, and have been blowing up social media and the tabloids ever since with every imaginable headline. The newest one this morning claims that Lix is now several weeks pregnant with our love

Elizabeth’s POV:The sound of a throat clearing from behind us punctured our moment. Ashton released a low groan and adjusted my position on his lap. Malcolm placed our drinks on the table and tried to hide a grin.“I hate to interrupt whatever this is, but I thought you’d want to know that I just spotted Rebecca with Jackson and his friends. Trouble is definitely brewing.”I placed a kiss on Ashton’s cheek and smiled up at Malcolm. “Boys, tonight we take out the trash.”We didn’t have to wait long for the drama to begin. Rebecca came sauntering over to our table, dressed in an outfit that left very little to the imagination. Jackson was right behind her, wearing a smug grin.Dumb and Dumber.She glared at me as I remained comfortably seated on Ashton’s lap. Malcolm stood next to our seat, always the faithful protector and best friend. I could feel the tension in Ashton’s arms that were wrapped firmly around my waist. He didn’t know that I had enough dirt on the two of them to bury th

Elizabeth’s POV:“You have a secret?”Ashton tenderly stroked my cheek with his thumb. He then rolled over onto his back, pulling me almost completely on top of him. I instantly felt a void as he was no longer buried deep inside of me.The sound of his groan told me that he was feeling that void as well.“I do have a secret, and it actually involves you. I’ll share if you share. Remember, there was a time when we used to tell each other everything.”I sigh. My fingers trace patterns across his amazingly well-sculpted chest. Seriously, this man’s abs should be a national treasure, not to mention other parts of him that are also exceptional. I sneak a peek downward to discover that he’s still semi-hard. I lick my lips, almost salivating over the sight of him.“If you keep ogling me like that, we’re ending the chit-chat and heading straight into round two.”Damn, he caught me.“Okay. I’ll tell you…”I nervously avert my eyes from his gaze. I can already feel the flush of my skin from the

Elizabeth’s POV:No. No. No. This cannot be happening right now. I’m seated in Charles’ office, finalizing the paperwork and signing off on my assignment as having been completed. My phone begins to chime repeatedly, and I see one notification after another flash across my screen.This can’t be good.I click on the first notification, and a text message from the owner of the Orlando Stars pops up. Now I know it’s not good.Jameson: [Elizabeth, have you seen the news? Martin was arrested last night for a DUI, his second in less than two months. It’s a PR nightmare. Any chance you’re available to come work your magic?]Elizabeth: [Did his wife finally divorce him?]Jameson: [Yes. Two months ago.]Elizabeth: [Got it. I’ll let you know by tomorrow morning if I’m able to take the assignment.]Jameson: [I’ll be waiting for your answer. Thanks, Elizabeth.]Charles gives me a concerned look from across his desk and asks, “Is everything alright?”I sigh as I close out of my text messages. “PR

Elizabeth’s POV:Ashton Tate has made it his personal mission to ruin me for any other man.As the plane begins its takeoff, I silently long for his hand to hold to soothe my nerves. I close my eyes and focus on the memories of last night. Ashton hadn’t been teasing when he said he was mine to do with as I pleased. He had been more than willing to allow me to take charge.Honestly, I’m amazed that we didn’t break the bedframe.That thought causes a wicked grin to spread across my face. Once the plane levels out, I finally open my eyes and take a steady breath. I realize, then, that the man seated next to me is staring at me.When he sees my eyes flutter open, he asks, “Aren’t you Ashton Tate’s girlfriend? What are you doing heading to Orlando?”I internally swear in my head before answering him. I guess I’m going to have to get used to these questions eventually. Trying to hide my irritation, I flash him a simple smile with my mouth still firmly shut.“I prefer to be known by my actua