Chapter 12 : Hunter POV I can't believe my luck ! This beautiful goddess is here ! On my campus ! Since the first time I met her , I haven't been able to get her off my mind . It sucked balls when I didn't hear from her when I gave her my number that day . Yes , we lost a couple of months of not being able to spend time with each other , but I am more than willing to make up for it from here on out . Her unusual , amber - colored eyes have haunted me daily . Not just in my dreams but during my waking hours as well . I have fantasized numerous times about her dark auburn hair - spread over my pillow after an intense night of passion , wrapped around my hand as I slam into her from behind , falling like a waterfall around us as she leans over while straddling me . I'm not a complete sex fiend , even though my fantasies indicate otherwise . I also want to walk her to her car after a night out on the town , I want to surprise her with her favorite Danish after a long day of classes , and I want to do silly activities with her like ten - pin - bowling , go- karting , or paintballing . Hopefully , she is into those kinds of activities , but I get the distinct feeling that she is not like the other girls on campus - dolled up , spackled with make - up , and afraid to break a nail . The weird thing is , I've never felt like this about any other girl . Sure , I've had girlfriends over the years but nothing this intense , this soon . Case in point , I don't even know her name . Yet . But strangely enough , it doesn't bother me . It adds to her appeal and is par for how our relationship started . Honestly , I've been in two minds about this new school year . A huge positive is the fact that I get to move into a house with my closest friends . Until now , we had to live in the dorms . Yes , we were in the same building , and even on the same floor , but it just wasn't the same . We had no shared spaces that were just for us . There were always other students hanging around in the background . On the negative side is the fact that I'm having second thoughts about my future. Yes , I'm studying Finance and Economics so I can join my dad at his firm one day . And there was a point in time when that prospect intrigued and excited me . But recently , it just doesn't resonate with me anymore . I know my parents will support me if I choose to change my future career , but I've seen how happy my dad gets when he talks about all the things he has planned for when I join him after graduation . After everything he and Mom sacrificed to get me here , it just doesn't sit right with me to let them down like that . Working at the restaurant over summer vacation allowed me to save up some money so we could afford to move into our own place , and I even enjoyed the experience . Especially all the new people I met . Like the gorgeous girl holding my hand and walking next to me . 1/3 Chapter 12 : Hunter POV I've never been the lovey - dovey , hearts - and - flowers , mushy guy . Yes , I opened doors for my partner ( my momma raised me with manners ) and would even walk her to her car late at night . But I have never wanted to be a better version of myself for my partner . I almost always forgot anniversaries . If my calendar hadn't reminded me of her birthday , I most definitely would have let that slip as well . But now , with her , I want to be those things for her . And so much more ! We get to my car , and I open the passenger door for her , refusing to let her hand go until the very last second before I have to close the door behind her . Running around to the driver's side , I slip inside and start the SUV . I glance over at her and smile at her as we pull out of the parking lot . After she's buckled in , she slants her body in my direction . It seems I'm not the only one feeling this invisible pull between us . Nice ! I guide us through traffic and instead of switching on some music , I decide to make small talk - the sound of her voice feels like a balm to my soul . We talk about mundane things like what our class schedules look like this semester . We both realize we have a Thursday afternoon off . You can bet big bucks on the fact that I will make sure we spend those together . If she has a shift at the coffee shop , I'll be a dedicated customer . If she is free , we will either be studying or doing whatever tickles our fancy . At the restaurant , we're seated at my regular table . Being here at this time of day , the place is only dotted with patrons . The din in the room is therefore minimal and I can give her all my attention without straining to hear her . For the next two hours we talk , we eat our body weight in sushi , we laugh at the most ridiculous things , and we flirt non - stop . I love every second of it . It feels natural and organic . There are no awkward silences or uncomfortable subjects . I love the fact that she isn't afraid to enjoy her food . Not counting calories or only ordering salads . And judging by those delicious curves , she has perfected the art of not pandering to other's ideas of what she should look like . I can't wait to slide my hands over all her luscious valleys and sink my fingers into those juicy thighs . Somewhere along the line , our hands drifted toward the others across the table , and we can't seem to stop giving each other gentle caresses . She draws patterns on the back of my hand , and I stroke my thumb over her knuckles . And every single time , I feel sparks where our skin touches . Eventually , my phone chimes with a reminder that I have a workout session with my boys . I almost say fuck it and spend the rest of the afternoon in her company . But football season is starting soon , and we are making sure we aren't total couch potatoes by the time the coach gets his hands on us . She completely understands , not accusing me of choosing sport over her like most other girls have in the 2/3 Chapter 12 : Hunter POV past . She is ticking more and more boxes as I spend time with her . On the way back to campus , my hand naturally drifts over the console to lace my fingers with hers , laying it in her lap . The soft smile that she gifts me makes my chest inflate five sizes . I would do almost anything to be on the receiving end of that smile for the rest of my life . Parking next to her sedan, I walk her over to her driver's side door . For the longest time we just stand there , looking at each other , my hand resting gently on her hip , her hand over my heart . " Thank you for today , " I say and lean down to give her a lingering peck on her cheek . She smells like strawberries and honey , mouthwatering . As I lean back , I catch a glimpse of disappointment mixed with doubt that I didn't kiss her properly . Patience , beautiful . Once I've tasted those lips , nothing will stop me from ravaging them daily . She shakes the emotion off and says , " I enjoyed myself , thank you . Good luck with your workout . " Without another word she steps back and gets in her car , driving off as I stare after her , wishing I could haul her back to my place to show her exactly how I feel about her . All in good time , all in good time . Chapter Comments Visitor a nice change of pace from the usual instantly straight ti bed routine View 1 Comment > 16 < SHARE POST COMMENT 3 3/3