“You know even when you pout you’re damned cute.”

Lucy folded her arms then turned to glare at him. “I’m not pouting and I’m not cute.”

Gerard glanced over at her taking his eyes off the road for only a second. “Uh, yeah you really are both, cute and pouting.”

“I’m not pouting.” Lucy rolled her eyes, “I just don’t understand why I couldn’t take a shower before we left the house. You took a shower last night.”

“Damned glad I did.” Gerard muttered as he remembered last night out on the porch steps.

Lucy huffed again then turned to look out the passenger side window. “Now I have to spend the day all grungy.”

“Grungy?” Gerard couldn’t help it he laughed.

“Yeah grungy” Lucy shot back. “I need a shower, and just look at my hair.”

“I think you’re hair looks beautiful.” Gerard said softly.

“Oh you are impossible.” She tried to hold on to her annoyance but it was hard.

Gerard slowed the truck down as they neared the outskirts of town. “Okay now remember yesterday when you promised you’d be a good girl?”

Lucy turned to look at him. “What?”

“You promised if I let you come today you’d be good and not argue with me.”

“No I don’t remember that at all.” Lucy said shaking her head, “I remember you telling me I was going to get a reward.”

“For being a good girl.” Gerard smiled, “Man, you have a short memory.”

Lucy’s eyes narrowed, “I do not have a short memory. You said I’d get a reward.”

Gerard laughed, “Actually the whole conversation started when you were answering, yes sir, to me. Told you I liked the sound of that.”

Lucy couldn’t stay mad at him. “Oh so you want me to be submissive today?” she asked in a throaty voice.

“God, I love it when you purr like that.” Gerard muttered.

Lucy’s body reacted to the memory of the last time they’d played like this...she blushed remembering the balls he’d commanded her to…“Shit.”

“Shit?” His head swiveled to face her. “What?”

Lucy sighed, “I was just remembering something.”

He understood, the tightness in his jeans was proof he’d been thinking the same thing. “Guess the bottom line is if you aren't a good girl today I’ll have to spank you.”

“Oh hell” Lucy muttered, “Why didn’t you let me take a shower before we left the house?”

Gerard tried to concentrate on the road. “Enough of your whining. Now I want you to close your eyes and promise not to open them until I tell you.”

“What?”

“You heard me. Now are you going to do what I say?”

Lucy’s body heated even more. “If I peek will you spank me?”

“Oh fuck” Gerard moaned, “No, damn it. If you peek I won’t spank you.”

Lucy giggled then closed her eyes.

“That’s a good girl.” He reached across to stoke her arm. “Now promise not to open them.”

“I promise.” She whispered. She leaned back trying to guess what he had planned. She was trying to imagine where they were on the road but he’d made several turns that confused her sense of direction.

A few minutes later he turned again the she felt the truck stop. She had a pretty good idea where they were but pretended not to know. “Why have we stopped?”

“Do not open your eyes. I’ll be right back.”

Lucy giggled as he got out then slammed the door shut. Her body was humming with anticipation. Now it all made sense, she knew why he hadn’t let her shower this morning.

A few minutes later he was back. Gerard turned off the engine then rounded the truck to open her door. He took her hand, “Okay, no peeking.”

“I’m not.”

He held her arm as they slowly walked only a few feet. Gerard pushed the key in the lock then opened the door. “Okay you can open your eyes.”

As she’d assumed they were at the same motel they’d visited before. “Nice” Lucy clapped her hands.

Gerard was pleased by her reaction. “Well I figured we could have lunch then when I go get our groceries you can stay here. That way we don’t have to worry about Bessie overheating.”

Lucy loved the boyish smile on his face. “And I can have a shower.” She smiled.

Desire flared in his eyes. “Yeah, I brought you some clean clothes.”

Lucy licked her lips, “Thank you.” She purred, “Uh but did you remember everything?” She took a step closer to reach out and stroke his bottom lip with her fingertip.

“You’re purring again.” He ground out.

Lucy felt so empowered by the way he reacted to her. “So? Did you remember everything?”

His tongue darted out to lick the finger that was toying with his lip. “Maybe. Of course it all hinges on if you’re a good girl.”

“But I don’t want to be good.” Lucy whispered.

“You’ll be good until I tell you not to be.” Before she could remove her finger his teeth gently nipped on it.

“Oh” Lucy giggled, “Yes, sir.”

Gerard reminded himself to stay in control. “Okay now I’m going to go get us some lunch. What would you like?”

“You” She answered without hesitation.

He groaned, “Woman, stop that. We’re gonna eat lunch so you can take your pill.”

Her bottom lip protruded.

Gerard laughed, “And no pouting.”

“Okay.” She sighed, “I don’t care, whatever you want is fine with me.”

“Whatever I want.” His eyes narrowed, “Like the sound of that.”

Lucy’s body was demanding his touch. “I thought we were talking about lunch.”

“We are.” He took a step back knowing if he didn’t he’d throw her on the bed any minute. “How about hamburgers and fries?”

“And I chocolate shake?”

Gerard laughed, “Sure you can have a chocolate shake.”

Lucy tilted her head, “Do you like chocolate shakes?”

“Sure.” He answered slowly.

She smiled then licked her lips. “Good then I definitely want one.”

“Oh hell.” He muttered his mind suddenly imagining all kinds of decadent things. “Be right back.”

“I’ll take a shower while you’re gone.”

Gerard frowned, “No, wait until after lunch.”

“Why?”

He sighed, “Because I’m still worried about you taking a hot shower alone. You haven’t been eating that much and your body is still weak.”

“Gerard, I’m fine.”

“Please? Just humor me, okay?”

Lucy was touched by his concern. “Okay, I’ll be good, no shower for me until after lunch.”

Gerard smiled, “Okay, be back in a flash.” He was almost to the door when her voice stopped him.

“Gerard?”

“Yeah, Honey?”

“Does that mean you’re gonna help me take a shower?”

“Hell yes.” He grinned. With that he pulled open the door to disappear from sight.

Gerard realized as he got into the truck he was grinning like an idiot. He’d been a bit worried that Lucy might not be pleased with his idea of renting the motel room but obviously she was as much into the idea as he was. He was so relieved she was feeling better but reminded himself that while she felt better her body was still recovering from the pneumonia. Suddenly his smile faded, was this a good idea after all? Would she even tell him if she wasn’t feeling good enough? He decided to take things slow after lunch. He’d help her get her much anticipated shower then if she seemed tired he’d insist she’d take a nap.

As he neared the McDonalds he reached back to grab Rafe’s cowboy hat. Once it was in place he donned the dark sunglasses he’d found in the glove compartment. While he was probably being overly cautions he didn’t want to chance being recognized. The last thing he needed was for someone to post a photo of him here in Kansas. That thought however immediately made him feel guilty. By now he was sure Mikey was worried he’d been out of touch so long. Maybe he should just break down and call him just to let his brother know he was okay. However, he dismissed that thought as he rolled down the window at the drive-thru to place his order.

Lucy looked up from her spot on the bed when she heard the key slip into the lock. “Finally, I’m starving.” She teased getting up to walk over to the table.

Gerard laughed, “Oh so you’re not happy to see me, it’s the food you’re after.” He placed the bag and cardboard drink carrier down.

Lucy was so happy to be out of the house and feeling better that she couldn’t stop smiling. “This was a wonderful idea, thank you.”

“Hey, I aim to please.” He responded as he pulled their food out of the bag. “Now I want you to eat all of your hamburger.”

“I’ll try.”

He took a seat, “No, you’ll do it.” He reached into his pocket to produce a small envelope. “And then you’ll take your pill.”

“Wow, you thought of everything.” Lucy said before popping a fry into her mouth.

Gerard smiled, “Well I had some time to plan last night when I couldn’t sleep.” He glanced down slightly embarrassed, “Matter of fact I was going over the plan in my head last night when you found me out on the porch.”

Lucy’s eyebrows shot up. “You were?”

God, she looked so innocent at times. “Yeah, I was thinking about you, pretending…” He shrugged.

“Pretending it was me stroking you?” She whispered.

“Eat.” He said roughly, “Enough of that conversation.”

Lucy giggled happily, “Yes, sir.”

Once they were done with their lunch Gerard handed Lucy her pill. While she hadn’t eaten all of her food she’d eaten more than usual since being sick.

“Okay” Gerard started to pick up the burger wrappers. “Now you can have your shower.”

Lucy’s body was humming again just watching him. She grinned, “How come you didn’t get a chocolate shake?”

Gerard glanced over and saw her take a long draw off her straw. “I don’t know, just ordered a Coke.” Damn he couldn’t keep his eyes off her lips wrapped around that straw.

Lucy’s eyes danced with excitement. “Wanna try it? It’s really good?”

His eyes were still on her lips. “Sure.”

As he watched she slowly stood, he pushed back his chair. Lucy smiled as she straddled his lap then she pulled out the straw to brush a light layer of chocolate shake on her lips.

He placed his arms around her to pull her closer, “Looks delicious” He whispered then his tongue darted out to lick the chocolaty cold substance from her lips. Using her free hand Lucy stroked the back of his neck as he continued to lick then gently suck her lips. She moaned softly.

Gerard suddenly leaned back. “Okay woman, shower.” He shoved her off his lap playfully.

Lucy grinned, “So you liked it?”

“You’re killing me” He muttered standing to take her hand. He grabbed the cup from her and placed it on the table. “I’m gonna go grab your bag.”

“Why?”

“What?”

“I need a shower” She purred, “I don’t need clothes.”

“Oh fuck” His body was on fire, “No don’t suppose you do right now.” He practically dragged her to the bathroom. Once there he turned on the shower and adjusted the water temperature.

Lucy stood watching with a smile covering her face.

“Undress” He said taking a seat on the toilet.

Lucy’s bottom lip protruded, “I thought you were gonna help me take a shower?”

“Lucy, who’s in charge here?”

“You are.” She tried to reach out for him but he swatted her hand away.

“That’s right I am. Now undress.”

She gave him a coy look then pulled her tee over her head. Locking eyes with him she reached behind her to unhook her bra. When it fell to the ground she saw his eyes zero in on her breasts.

Gerard nodded, “Good girl. Now the shorts.”

Lucy giggled, “What about my sandals?”

He patted his thigh. Lucy lifted one leg to settle it on his lap. Gerard quickly slipped the sandal off her foot but before she could lower her leg back to the ground he stroked the soft skin of her instep.

“Oh” Lucy sighed.

“Feel good?” He whispered.

“Heavenly.”

He pushed her foot off his lap. “Other one.”

Lucy lifted her other foot and it too received the same treatment as soon as he’d removed her sandal.

“You have magic fingers” She sighed as his fingers caressed.

“Do I now?” He grinned, “Okay, lose the rest of the clothes.”

Lucy smiled seductively as she shimmied out of her shorts and panties.

“Shower” Gerard croaked.

Again her bottom lip protruded, “Not going to join me?”

He sat back then pushed the shower curtain open. “Not this time.”

Lucy gave him a confused look “This time?”

He moaned, “Hell woman you’re gonna get more than one shower today. Now get your ass in there.”

Lucy made sure to brush her body against his legs as she stepped into the shower. Gerard pulled the curtain closed leaving it open only enough to see her from where he was sitting.
The warm water felt heavenly on her body. “This is nice.” She whispered.

“Yeah, nice.” His eyes were taking in the sight of the water cascading over her body. “Wash your hair first.”

“Yes sir.” Lucy grabbed the small complimentary bottle of shampoo and soon her head was filled with lather. She could hear Gerard moan as she titled her head back to wash the suds from her hair in the process arching her back so that her breasts protruded.

“Now the soap.” He ground out his hands itching to touch her.

Lucy wiped the water from her eyes then reached down for the small bar of soap and the washcloth. As she began to later the bar Gerard sighed.

“Wish I’d brought your strawberry body wash.”

“Hey this is okay.” Lucy answered not wanting him to worry about that.

“Most hotels have gel.” He sighed. “Forgot this one only has bars of soap.”

“I wouldn’t know.” Lucy whispered.

“What?”

She nodded as she began to rub the soapy cloth over her arms. “This is only the second time I’ve been in a motel and never a hotel.”

Gerard gave her a shocked look, “You’re serious?”

Lucy nodded, “Yep, it’s true.”

It was hard for him to imagine anyone not having spent time in a motel.

“Suppose you’ve stayed in lots of hotels?”

Oh hell, he thought, this is not a good topic of discussion, especially now. “Yeah, mostly though when I travel for business.” He didn’t want her to think he’d spent a lot of time in hotels with other woman.

Lucy titled her head, “Business?”

He wanted this discussion stopped. “Hey, more washing, less talking.”

Not wanting to break the mood Lucy smiled, “Yes sir.” She washed her other arm and neck. Then she slowly lifted her leg to prop her foot on the front of the shower stall. Her body did still feel weak but she didn’t want to do anything to make that obvious. Slowly she ran the cloth up her leg knowing his eyes were on her. Once that leg was washed she repeated the action on her other leg. Then she glanced over at him.

“Uh, now?”

Gerard’s eyes were full of desire. “What else needs to be washed?”

Lucy turned to lean her back against the wall so her body was facing him. Slowly with a smile on her face she lowered the cloth down her stomach leaving a soapy trail. When the cloth reached her abdomen she moved her feet further apart. “I suppose here?” The cloth slid over the curls guarding her womanhood.

“Yeah, there.” He leaned forward. “Say it Lucy.”

She knew what he wanted her to say and seeing the desire in his eyes urged her on. “My pussy.” She whispered her voice husky with emotion.

“Your beautiful pussy.” Gerard ground out as he watched the cloth disappear between her legs. He couldn’t take much more of this. “Hurry, finish up then rinse off.”

Lucy licked her lips, “But this feels so good.” She murmured teasing her clitoris with the cloth. “I’m imagining it’s you touching me.”

Her words almost the undoing of him. He stood up abruptly. “I told you to finish up and I mean it.”

She removed the cloth letting it fall to the floor of the shower, “Yes sir.”

As soon as he body was completely rinsed Gerard reached in and turned off the water. Lucy stood waiting for his next command.

“Step out.” He said offering her his hand. He grabbed a towel and began drying her body. Lucy stood completely still savoring the feel.

He stood back once she was relatively dry. “Bed”

Lucy pretended to be confused, “Bed?”

“You, on the bed.” He ground out. “Now.”

She giggled, “Yes sir.” A moment later she gave a yelp as he swatted her bare behind as she started for the door.

Gerard followed her out of the bathroom. “Lay in the center.”

“Yes sir.” Lucy answered as she walked slowly. “Whatever you say.” She crawled up onto the bed. Once she was laying she asked, “Now what?”

Gerard loved her enthusiasm to play. What he’d told her before was true, he’d never felt comfortable enough with a woman to dominate. But then he’d never know anyone like Lucy who had touched not only his body but soul.

He stood over the bed letting his eyes roam her naked body. “Now you be quiet and speak only when asked a direct question, understood?”

“Yes” Lucy smiled.

Suddenly he paused, “Lucy do you really feel okay?”

Again she was deeply touched by his concern. “Yes, I feel fine, really.”

He nodded, “Good, close your eyes.”

She did as he commanded but tired to listen close to follow his movements. She frowned when she heard the door open but a moment later he was back obviously having gotten something out of the truck. She heard the rustle of a bag and smiled.

Gerard looked at her face. “Why are you smiling?”

“No reason.”

“I asked you a question, I want an honest answer.”

Lucy grinned, “I was just imagining what you might have brought.”

“Were you now?” He was glad she couldn’t see the smile on his face. “Well what do you think I brought?”

In all honestly she was still slightly embarrassed by their “toys”. “I don’t know.”

“Roll over.”

The roughness in his voice startled her but she did as he commanded. Gerard swatted her bottom, the sound louder than the actual force.

“Oh” Lucy gripped the sheets of the bed.

“Now I asked you a question and I want an answer. What do you think I brought?”

“Maybe the handcuffs?” She whispered.

“Perhaps.” His hand gently caressed her backside. “What else?”

“Uh…”

His hand swatted her back side again. Lucy flinched but a moment later his fingers were gently rubbing the spot. “Answer?”

“Maybe the oil?”

“Maybe.” He continued to caress her delicate skin. “What else?”

“Blindfold?”

“Maybe I did.”

“Hope so.” She giggled but that was rewarded by another hard swat followed by his fingers trailing down her crack, his finger gently pressing against her other entrance. “Oh” She squirmed pressing her hips down against the mattress.

Gerard smiled, “You’re grinding that sweet pussy, I can see you.” He leaned down and pressed his lips on the spot he’d swatted while he applied a bit more pressure to her hole.

“Oh” Lucy cried out.

Gerard sat back up. “Now anything else you think I might have brought?”

“The beads.” She whispered.

“All in good time.” He stood. “Now roll over.” When she did he ran his fingers down her stomach to her sex. “Wow, little Lucy is already wet.”

She bit her lips to keep from responding.

Gerard walked over to the bag and retrieved several items then returned to the bed. “Arms up.”

She smiled as the first handcuff was placed around her wrist. When it was secured to the bed Gerard did the same to her other wrist. He took a minute to stand back and admire his work. However when Lucy’s eyes opened he frowned.

“Did I tell you to open your eyes?”

“No”

He sighed, “Can’t trust you.” He grabbed the blindfold securing it in place. “There now. I don’t want you to see, only feel.”

Lucy’s heart was racing in anticipation of his next move. However when she felt something cold encircle her nipple she cried out in shock.

“Hush” He whispered. “You wanted me to try your chocolate shake, didn’t you?”

“Oh my.” She whispered realizing he’d coated her nipple with the frosty treat. “Yes, I did.”

Gerard sat down on the bed then slowly bent down to swirl his tongue through the chocolate, “This is good” He murmured. He saw Lucy’s body quiver. “So good I think I’ll try some more.”

This time when she felt the cold on her other nipple she smiled.

He leaned over and licked the treat but this time he also sucked the chocolate covered nipple into his mouth.

“Gerard” She cried out trying to arch her back.

“Stay still” He commanded. “I’m trying to enjoy the chocolate shake.”

She moaned softly but relaxed her body. Again he applied a bit of the shake to her nipple. He loved to watch as it hardened. When his mouth sucked it in she quivered with desire.
“Like that?” He asked, his lips vibrating against her sensitive skin.

“Oh yes.” She sighed, “Very much.” However she flinched when a glob of the cold treat fell on her stomach.

“Cold, isn’t it?”

“Very”

“It may be cold but you’re skin is hot.” He whispered before licking it off. “I have a whole new appreciation for chocolate shakes.”

“Me too.”

“Lucy” He tried to sound stern, “Did I ask for your opinion?”

“No” She grinned.

“Then quiet down, let me enjoy.” He heard her moan when he moved to push her legs apart settling himself between them.

Lucy was trying to picture what he was doing. She heard what she believed was the lid of the cup being removed.

Gerard had set the cup on the floor and had removed the lid. He dipped his fingers in the chocolate treat then using his other hand parted her, baring her swollen nub. When the cold substance made contact Lucy’s back arched and she cried out.

“Quiet” He demanded.

Lucy tried to relax her body but it was waiting, waiting for his tongue.

“It melts so quickly.” Still he made no move to remove it. “Why do you think that is, Lucy?”

“Because you’ve made me so hot.” She moaned, “Please Gerard.”

He smiled, “Please what?”

“Please lick it.” She whispered her body on fire.

His finger trailed up her slit to tease her throbbing nub. “You want me to lick here?”

“Yes” She hissed.

He moved his finger down slightly, “What about here?”

“Hell yes.” She was arching her back again.

“Not unless you lay still.” He warned. “And promise not to come, not yet.” His fingers flicked her rock hard nub, “Do you promise?”

“I’ll try.” She whispered feeling the blessed ache growing stronger.

“Not good enough.” He removed his hand.

Lucy bit her lip to keep from speaking.

Again he reached down to gather up some of the chocolate ice cream in his fingers and again he let it fall as he held her open wide.

“Oh, hell” Lucy tried to pull of the restraints but they held in place.

“I know that’s cold but just think if you promise me you won’t come I’ll lick it off.”

“I promise.” She whispered. “Just…”

“Just what Lucy, what do you want me to do?”

“Lick and suck.” Her voice was low and husky.

“Okay, Baby.” He leaned down. “Just remember your promise.” His tongue began licking slowly, removing the remains of the treat. He heard Lucy moaning softly fighting the urge to move. Once she was licked her clean he gently sucked on her nub. She moaned loudly as his lips vibrated against her.

“Very hot, sweet and sticky.”

“Gerard, please.”

She groaned when she felt his lips leave her body.

“Someone is really having trouble following the rules.” He sighed dramatically.
Lucy clamped her lips shut.

His fingers trailed down between her legs. “Yep, you’re definitely gonna need another shower. But not yet. I’m not done enjoying your taste.” He reached up to tweak one of her nipples. “Do you have any idea how good you taste, Lucy?”

“No” She whispered.

“Well you should.” He whispered as his fingers trailed down her stomach. Again Lucy’s body started to quiver as his fingers trailed lower and lower. When he slipped one inside her she cried out arching her back.

He pumped the finger in and out several times but when he felt her muscles start to contract he removed it quickly.

“Oh” Lucy cursed under her breath, she’d been so close.

Gerard’s laugh was low and deep, “Not yet. Open your mouth.” When she did he placed his finger on her bottom lip. “Suck, Lucy.”

Pure desire shot through her as she sucked in his finger tasting herself. This was beyond erotic, beyond anything she could imagine. She continued to suck harder when she heard Gerard’s uneven breathing coming quicker.

“Fuck, that’s hot to watch.” He ground out.

She purposely swirled her tongue around his finger, teasing while tasting.

He forced himself to pull his finger out of her hot, wet mouth. “Tell me what you want.”

Lucy was beyond caring about being embarrassed by her words. “I want you to unzip your pants, pull out your dick and fuck me.”

“Fuck yeah.” He shot to his feet. “Want me to take the cuffs off?”

“No, I want you to look at me like this, handcuffed to the bed, blindfolded, begging you to fuck me.”

“Oh fuck, Lucy.” His hands shook as he lowered his zipper.

‘Wait.”

Immediately he was afraid something was wrong. “What?”

“I want to suck your dick first.” She whispered. “I want to taste you.”

Gerard’s body was shaking as kneeled beside her. Gently he turned her head, her mouth opened and she took him in.

“Lucy” He moaned watching her suck his length in and out. “Yessss.”

She continued to suck until he moved away.

“Too much.” He ground out moving in-between her legs.

Lucy ran her foot up his denim clad leg. “So you’re still wearing your jeans?”

“You want me to take the blindfold off?”

“No” She smiled, “I like to imagine what this looks like, it’s hot. I like to imagine you between my legs, you’re dick out, ready to fuck me.”

“Oh it’s ready to do that.” He answered.

“Are you holding it?”

“Yeah, Baby, I’ve got it in my hand ready to place it at your hot, wet hole.”

Lucy pulled against the handcuffs trying to scoot her body down to feel him. “You make me so fuckin’ hot.” She whispered. “Let me feel it, rub against me.”

Gerard leaned forward to run his hard dick down her slick, wet slit. Lucy moaned loudly.
Yes” She cried out. “More.”

Again he rubbed against her feeling his release building. “I want in.” He ground out.

“Fuck me, Gerard.” She screamed. “Now”

With one quick thrust he buried himself in her heat.

“Oh yes.” Lucy moaned, “Yes, so good.”

Gerard started moving inside her, thrusting in then pulling out slightly. He was almost there but he wanted to make sure she was as well.

“Damn it’ Lucy moaned, “Deeper, harder.”

He thrust once more then exploded pushing Lucy over the edge. She screamed his name as the orgasm washed over her.

Slowly his spent body lowered to cover her, "Damn woman.” He muttered.

Lucy was still trying to catch her breath, “That was wicked good.”

Gerard laughed, “Wicked good? Yeah, that sums it up perfectly.” When he finally felt strong enough he rolled off her.

“Don’t do anything but take off the blindfold.”

He nodded, “Yeah, okay.”

When it was pulled off Lucy looked him over, “Yeah, that’s as hot as I imagined.”

He grinned glancing down, “Uh, it’s a little deflated.”

“Deflated?” Lucy laughed.

“Yeah” He shrugged, “You wore him out.”

“Good.” She licked her lips. “That’s good.”

Once he released her hands she sat up and saw he was removing his jeans. “Now we both shower.”

Lucy smiled, “Suppose we are a little sticky.”She said touching her nipple.

Gerard grinned “Yeah, but it’s a good sticky.” Suddenly he grew serious. “After we shower you’re gonna crawl into bed and take a nap while I go get out stuff, okay?”

"Gerard you worry too much. I told you I feel fine.”

He could see in her eyes she was tried, “You need to rest.”

“Okay” She whispered. “I’ll take a nap.”

When they reemerged from the bathroom Gerard was concerned because she’d become so quiet. He was worried she wasn’t feeling well but was hiding that fact from him. “Sure you’re okay?”

“I’m fine” She sighed as she got into bed.

He pulled the blanket over her body. “Okay well just rest. I’ll be back before you know it.”

She watched him get dressed.

Gerard walked over to place a quick kiss on her lips. “Be back soon.”

“Okay.”

He frowned, “Sure you’re okay?”

She nodded. The truth was she felt fine, a bit tired but it was a deliciously wonderful tired. She’d wanted to show him how good she felt in the shower but he hadn’t been interested.

When he’d left the room Lucy stared at the ceiling. Sadly she realized when he got back they’d have to leave for home because of the groceries. “Damn” She muttered, her body demanding more of what it couldn’t have, “Just damn.” Her eyes fluttered closed.