Heft . I didn't care who was still staring I didn't care that Rick had just kissed me in front of everyone like he owned me , I couldn't even process it My legs carried me on their own , back toward the lake . It felt like the only place I could breathe . The moment I got there , I sat on the same rock I had the night before , curling my arms around myself . My head was spinning . My ankle throbbed from walking too much on it , but ignored it . Everything that just happened it wasn't supposed to happen . I couldn't get Rick's lips off my mind . I couldn't forget the way he grabbed me like he couldn't stand anyone else touching me . Not even Andrew . But how could he do that after what I heard him say to Benita ? The sound of footsteps behind me made me stiffen . " Of course you'd run here . " Her voice was bitter , r , slicing through the air like glass . I turned slowly . Benita stood behind me , arms crossed , face flushed with fury . Her voice shook as she stepped forward . " You really think that kiss meant something ? You're more naive than I thought . Rick was just doing what he had to do . Public attention . That's all . " I looked at her , jaw clenching " You need to stop , whatever you think you have with him , it's not real , he's not yours . " She stepped closer , " you don't know anything about him . I've known him for years . We were a thing long before you came into the pictur You think some contract and a child give you the right to act like you matter ? " " I didn't ask for this marriage , I said . " But don't stand there and pretend I'm the intruder when you're the one following us around like a psycho . " Benita laughed , shaking her head . " You want to see how it really works ? How he always chooses me in the end ? Fine " Before I could react , she shoved me hard . I lost balance , the pain in my ankle shooting through my leg as I stumbled back . My arms flailed , and the next second , I was falling into the water , cold and deep . My lungs seized . er . Water filled my led my nose , and my hands slapped the I couldn't move properly . Panic flooded my body . I kicked , but the pain shot up my leg . surface I heard a splash . Benita's scream pierced the air . " Help ! Somebody ! " I was still trying to break the surface when strong arms suddenly wrapped around me , pulling me upward . I gasped as my head broke through , coughing hard . Rick's voice was in my ear , low and desperate . " I've got you ." He dragged us to the edge , helping me up onto the rocks . Benita was still in the water , splashing . " Rick ! I'm drowning ! Rick , help me ! " He didn't even glance at her . 1/4 Chapter 40 He looked me over , brushing has from my face . " u okay ? " Inodded , shaking and breathless . " I think I think so ! He turned to Benita . " You pushed " She's fine , " Benita said , her voice pitching higher . " What about me ? Rick , you can't just leave me heret " " You did this , " he snapped . " You're sick . And I don't want you near her again . if you think humiliating my wife is going to bring me closer to you , you need help ." Denita's face twisted , " She doesn't even belong with your Her mouth parted in shock , her eyes glistening Rick turned back to me , ignoring the way Benita splashed to the edge . Benita's voice cut through the air behind us , sharp and bitter " you didn't have to embarrass me like that in front of everyone , Rick . " He didn't turn at first . His jaw ticked , lips pressed tight . " I wasn't trying to embarrass you . I was putting you in your place . " She stepped forward , her arms crossed tightly over her chest . " My place ? You held her in front of everyone like she's something sacred . I've stood by your side for years .. " " Exactly . Years ," he said flatly . " And still you think you get to control me ? " Benita's expression cracked . " But you said … " " I said what I needed to say to keep peace . You crossed a line . Taking photos . Pushing her , you're done ." Her mouth opened , but no words came . She turned and stormed off , rage in every step . Iyanked my wrist from his hand . " What the hell was that ? " I snapped . Rick looked at me like the heat of everything had just landed on his shoulders , " Fiona … " " No , seriously . You drag me back in front of everyone like I'ma prop and start posturing . Why are you acting so damn possessive ? " vand rough . " Because you're mine , " he said , voice low a Istared . " Excuse me ? " " You heard me . " Then explain Benita , " I shot back . " You can't claim me in public and then flirt with her like you're single . Do you even realize how insane that looks ? He didn't answer . I laughed bitterly , " that's what I thought . " I turned to leave . He crouched in front of me , brushing water from my cheek . " You're freezing . " 10:13 Wed , 27 Aug Chapter 40 1.27 17 . " I'm okay said quietly . He didn't stop me this time . He only stepped to the edge of the lake , his eyes on the water , " Come on , Fiona , " he called out , his voice steady and confident as he extended one hand to me . I don't know why but i ste soed into the cool lake , the water sending a shiver up my spine . Rick moved closer . His shirt clung to his muscles , the fabric tight across his chet and shoulders . He grabbed my hands , pulling me deeper . My heart pounded in my chest , both from nerves and the closeness of his body . " Relax " instructed , his voice low . " I got you . " His hands gripped my waist , his thumbs pressing gently into my sides . " Lean back . I won't let you go . " I did as he said , tipping my head back until I was floating , the water supporting me Rick's hands moved to my shoulders , then shocked me as his hands moved down to my breasts He pinched my nipples through the thin fabric of my bikini , making me gasp . " You like that , don't you ? " he whispered , his lips almost touching my ear . " Good girl ." His hands slid lower , over my stomach , and then under the waistband of my panties His f fingers found my clit , circling it slowly . I moaned , my body arching into his touch . " Shh , " he breathed . " Don't make a sound . Let me finger you right here , right now . See if you can stay quiet . " I bit my lip , trying to sups moans as he slid two fingers inside me , pumped them in and out slowly , his thumb still working my clit The water lapped against my skin and Rick's fingers brought me closer and closer to the edge . " You're so tight , " he murmured , his breath hot against my ear . " And wet . So fucking wet for me . " I squeaked out a soft whimper , trying to keep my moans in check as he curled his fingers inside me , hitting a spot that made my vision blur " Tell me what you want , Fiona , " he demanded , his voice a low growl . " Say it " " … I want you to keep touching me , " I managed to gasp out , my hips grinding against his hand . " Don't stop ." " You're doing so well , " he praised , his thumb pressing firmly against my clit . " Such a good girl , taking my fingers so deep . You want more , don't you ? You want to come all over my hand ." I nodded , my breath coming in short pants . " Yes . Please , Rick . Please let me come . "" He chuckled , a dark and sensual sound . " Not yet . But if you keep being such a good little slut for me , I might just let you come . Can you be quiet for me , Fiona ? Can you take my fingers like a good girl and not make a sound ? " I bit my lip hard , nodding again . His fingers sped up , his palm grinding against my clit with each thrust . The pleasure built higher and higher , my body lensing as I tried to hold back my moans . " I'm so close , " I whispered , my eyes fluttering shut . " So close , Rick , Please . " * Come for me , Fiona , " he ordered , his voice firm .. " Come right now ." His command sent me crashing over the edge . I clamped my lips shut , my body convulsing as waves of pleasure ripped through me . Rick's fingers slowed , gently coaxing out the last of my orgasm . 10:13 Wed , 27 A Chapter 40 I floated there , boneless and spent , as he carefully withdrew his land and wrapped his arms around me , holding me close . " I've got you he murmured , his voice soft and satisfied . " Good girl . " AD Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!