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Stars. Even from this distance, I could make out dozens of stars running up and down his heavily muscled arms, all different sizes, before disappearing under the fabric. Stars in between – I squinted – were they planets? Words? Squiggles?
It’s gonna be my number, Star. Five. I’m the fifth planet. And then he’d kissed me, and I forgot anything after that.
We’re back in the same city, Star. Hope you’ve had a great first day. X
I’m sorry it took me so long to find you again.”
“Starlight, star bright, you were the first star I saw tonight. Wish I may, wish I might, have this kiss with you tonight.” He smiled, nervously, “I changed the words a little.”
Using the tip of my bat I drew out the letter M. M for Marnie. I might not have known where she was for the past fourteen years, but writing her into the sand by the plate meant I had her with me.
“I don’t give a fuck! The field is the only place I play fair. When it comes to you, all bets are off.”
“Maybe you could come over to my place then? I can show you my telescope…” His eyes flashed with mischief.
She was so beautiful. More than beautiful. She was a star-filled night beautiful.
Because if I was the question, Marnie Matthews was my answer.
“I’m gonna do more than kiss you, Marn, and you have to forgive me in advance.” “What for?” “Because I’m about to fuck you like I need to make up for the past fourteen years, and I have no plans to be gentle. Then I’m going to do it again.”
“Tell me who your pussy belongs to. Who it’s always belonged to.” “You, Jupiter… always you.” “Mine is going to be the only name you ever scream again. Understand?”
“Fourteen years, three months, and thirteen days, Marnie. That's how many days I've loved you, and you've been my first and last thought for every single fucking one.
