Forever Wild (Wildcat Hockey, #5)

by Rebecca Jenshak

“I don’t expect you to say it back now or maybe ever, but for as long as you want me, I’m yours, Ev.”

“I love you too.”

“Look at you,”

“Skinny-dipping again.”

“The things I do ...

“You said you wanted to ruin me for other men.” The words are breathy and end with a moan. “But there’s no comparison. I’m yours too, Jack.” I’m often at a loss for words with Everly. Showing her how much that means to me is far simpler. “What’s mine, baby?” I ask, lips grazing down her throat to her breasts. I palm one and suck on the other. “These mine?” “Yes,” she cries, fingers pulling at my hair. On the next thrust I pull out of her. We both groan at the loss, but not for long. I turn her around and pull her back to me. One hand drops between her legs and I cup her pussy. “This mine?” She nods as I glide my fingers over her clit and then slip one inside. She moves slowly, fucking herself on my hand while I continue exploring her neck and shoulders with my mouth. “What about this, Ev?” My hand glides higher and I press my thumb against the pucker of her ass, while my other fingers still rub along her pussy. “Jack.” I’ll never get tired of hearing her say my name while I do deliciously dirty things to her body. “Is it mine, Ev?” “All of it,” she rasps as I push two fingers into her cunt. “It’s all yours. I’m yours.”

I find Tyler in the kitchen cleaning up. “Hey.” He looks so domestic with a hand towel thrown over one shoulder. “Are you disappointed I’m staying?” I ask. He’s seemed happy for me, but I need to know if he’s waiting for me to fail just like Mom. He’d be better at hiding it to spare my feelings. “What?” He stops what he’s doing. “Of course not. Why would you think that?” “I know how excited you were when I got the internship.” “Because I thought that’s what you wanted.” “Everyone always told me I was good at art. It was easy and I enjoyed it more than math or science.” “But you don’t love it?” “No, I do. But I don’t want it to be my job.” “If you’re happy, then I’m happy.” “Really? You’re not just saying that?” “Where’s all this coming from?” he asks. “If I’ve ever given you the impression that I wasn’t proud of you, then I’m so sorry, Ev. I worry about you, but you’re my baby sister. I’m always going to worry about you.”

“You have your own family to worry about now. I’m okay. I’m all grown-up.” One side of his mouth quirks up. “I guess sometimes I forget you aren’t seventeen anymore. You’ve turned out to be a pretty badass woman.” My cheeks warm with the compliment. “Thanks to you.” “Nah.” He shakes his head and then steps forward to hug me. “I can’t take any credit. You never really listened to me.” A small laugh escapes. “I listened to you more than anyone else.” “I’m glad you’re here. I like having you around. And free babysitting.” He grins wide.

I give the trophy to Leo and then I head to the gate where Everly is waiting for me. She’s in my arms as soon as I get to her. “I love you so much! That was incredible. Congratulations! I am so turned on right now.” She screams it all in my ear as I hug her to me and turn in a circle. When I set her down, she looks up at me, those hazel eyes sparking with fire and love.

“You did it,” she says. “I’m so proud of you.” “Marry me.” “What?” She leans in like maybe she didn’t hear me right. “Marry me, Everly.” My words finally land but she says nothing, just smirks at me as amusement dances over her features. “I couldn’t have done any of this without you. I love you, and while I was hoisting that cup in the air, I realized there’s only one thing I want more.” “Well, you’re just saying that now because you already won it.” Her face lights up as she stares at me. I laugh. “Is that a no?” “No.” “Should I get down on one knee?” “Dear god, no. You’ll have every camera in this place on us.” She’s smiling but I swear I can’t read her expression. Is she about to politely tell me no? “Are you sure you want to ask me right now? It’s the biggest night of your life. You’re all hopped-up on testosterone and adrenaline. You might change your mind later.” I lean down and let my mouth hover just above hers. “I’ve never been more sure of anything. I’m yours, Ev. Now and always. I’m not going to change my mind, but if you’re not ready⁠—” Her lips press to mine and her arms wrap around my neck, pulling me farther down to her. When we break apart, she’s beaming at me. “Yes! I’ll marry you, Jack Wyld,” she says. “Someone has to keep you in line.”