Conquered: She Who Dares Book Two (32 page)

“Your turn.” He says with a smirk, watching me watch him.

I smile and pull the scrap of lace that is my underwear down my legs. I then throw them at him. He catches them and cocks an eyebrow at me, that small smile on his face.

I teasingly spread my legs. “You just going to stand there?”

All humour fades from his expression. “Fuck no.”

He’s on me in a heartbeat. His bodyweight feels blissfully heavy as he moves over me. With no warning his fingers caress my pussy. I moan as he buries his face in my neck.

“Fuck me, now.” I beg. I’m beyond sane or rational thinking right now. I’m so tightly wound it’s ridiculous. “Theo!”

He kisses me hard enough to steal my breath. I feel the head of his cock press against my pussy. My nails dig into his back, urging him on. I graze my teeth over his neck and he shivers.

“Fuck.” With a roar he thrusts forward filling me to the hilt. I come instantly, my body spasming and trembling underneath him. “Oh god.” I scream, as he remains perfectly still. When I can breathe again I glance up at him. His eyes are scrunched shut and his teeth are gritted.

“Are you okay?” I ask breathlessly.

“Yep.”

“Theo what’s wrong?” I touch his face and he opens his eyes.

“Lilly, you just came in one thrust. I almost blew my load right there.” I snort a laugh.

“Oh you think it’s funny huh?” He smiles as he pulls back and then thrusts into me hard. Oh Jesus. He lays down a punishing rhythm, as I moan underneath him. With anyone but him I hate being dominated in any way, but with him, I love it. The harder and faster he takes me the better. I cling to his powerful body as he thrusts into me over and over. Then suddenly he flips me until he’s led on his back underneath me.

“Ride me sugar.” He says between heavy breaths.

I love having all that man underneath me. I love the feel of his hot skin pressed against the inside of my thighs, of his cock so deep inside me. I love watching his muscles bunch and flex underneath me, and mostly I love the way he watches me. I roll my hips and his cock nudges my g-spot so perfectly. I moan as I grind against him.

“Oh god you look so good up there. Baby I’m going to come.” He groans. He pinches my nipple with one hand whilst rubbing my clit with the other and I go off like a firework. I feel Theo’s hands clench down over my hips and his thrusts come up to meet mine frantically. Through my blurred vision I watch him throw his head back and the cords of muscle in his neck pop out and tighten. I hear him call my name like a prayer. It’s the most beautiful sight.

I fall forward onto his chest and he holds me close as his chest heaves. I slide off of his sweat slicked body and lay on my back next to him. The only sound is our mingled heavy breaths.

“I stand by you.” I manage to gasp out.

“What?” He sounds disorientated and it makes me smile.

“I stand by you.” I say again. I roll my head to the side and find him staring at me.

He meets my gaze and holds it. His face breaks into a smile

I take a deep breath as my heart rate starts to slow. “I’m not promising it will work, I still don’t know how it’s going to work. But I want to do it. One day at a time okay?”

His face turns serious. “I don’t want you to do anything that causes you pain sugar. This shit with Cassie, it’s messy, she’s messy. She’s a fucking car crash.”

“I know.” I smile and stare at the ceiling. “You know, I remember something my dad used to say to me before he died. He used to say; don’t miss the moon for watching the stars.” I smile at him. “I never appreciated it before, but he’s right. You’re the moon Theo. The stars don’t matter. I think I always knew that, but I was just hurt you know. I’ve spent years running from anything difficult. The thing is though, I’d rather walk the difficult road with you than take the easy route alone, because without you, nothing is easy.”

He rolls over so he’s hovering above me. “That is the nicest thing anyone has ever said to me.” He gushes with an enormous grin on his face.

“Don’t get used to it.” I grumble

He laughs. “Just checking you’re still you.” He traces my lips with a finger. “I love you Lilly, so fucking much.”

“I love you too.”

“Look, about Cassie…” He starts.

I sigh. Here goes. “Before we get into that, I need to tell you some things.” His expression becomes serious. “The things I have to tell you…” I bite my lip. “They’re not easy, but I need you to listen to the whole story before you judge. I should have told you before, but well I didn’t think we were that serious, and it never came up. With the situation with Harry though, I think it’s time.” I glance over at him. He’s gone very still. “Nobody except Harry and I know the full story, but I’m going to trust you with it.”

He nods as his beautiful eyes scan my face. “Okay.”

“It’s not a naked conversation.” I laugh.

He feigns a pout and then gets up. He takes my hand and pulls me off the mat. “Shower, then talk.”

I shower in the spare bathroom. If I get in a shower with Theo then this conversation will never happen. Fuck, what if he doesn’t want to know after this? I mean, shit, it’s a lot to deal with. I’ve spent the last month trying to avoid him and push him away by any means necessary. I’ve fought him at every turn. I’ve fought myself at every turn. My head and my heart have thrashed it out to death. And now, when I finally just allow myself to love him, and admit to myself that I need him…now I have to tell him something that will probably send him running in the opposite direction. It seems so cruel. If I don’t tell him though, then it will ruin us anyway because there are just too many secrets between us. I try to tell myself that if he really loves me, he’ll look past all of it. It’s not all that reassuring. I wish I could have more faith in him, in us. Time to face the music.

I step out of the shower and dry myself. I dress in my sweater and skirt and head back upstairs. Theo has a bottle of Grey Goose and two glasses in front of him on the coffee table. He’s reclining back on the sofa, his denim clad thighs spread slightly. His hair is damp from the shower, and he’s shirtless. He’s on the phone, but smiles wide when he sees me. He gestures me over and I move to sit next to him, but find myself pulled into his lap.

“Look, just deal with it okay. This is the shit I pay you for. I’ve got to go.” Then he hangs up and throws the phone on the sofa cushion next to him.

“Hey sugar.” He purrs against my neck as his arms wrap around me. I absorb his presence, his touch, his heat, like it’s the best kind of drug.

“Hey.” I whisper.

“You want a drink?” He asks. I nod stiffly and try to move out of his grasp. He tightens his hold. “Hey.” He says quietly. I meet his intense gaze, fixed on mine. “There is nothing you can tell me that will change anything, okay? I love you, and I always will. No matter what.” He strokes my face as his lips brush over mine in a kiss so tender it makes my heart throb. “Okay?” He whispers against my lips.

I nod. “Okay.”

He releases me and I move off him. He pours the vodka and hands me the glass. I down the entire thing. He watches me carefully but says nothing.

I breathe in and out, in and out. “Okay.” You can do this Lilly. I meet those beautiful sapphire eyes and I start my story. “My name isn’t really Lilly Parker.”

To be continued…

SURRENDERED

SHE WHO DARES BOOK THREE

COMING WINTER 2014/2015

DEAR READERS

Wow, what can I say? You stuck with me! It’s been a long wait between Besieged and Conquered, and I so appreciate you baring with me.

When I wrote Besieged I didn’t really expect anyone to read it. I just had this urge to write, and I fulfilled it with Lilly and Theo’s story. What I did not expect was the love that was shown to Lilly and Theo. I quickly found myself scrabbling to write Conquered. It hasn’t been an easy journey writing this book. It’s moved far away from the loose casual sex of Besieged! Lilly and Theo’s story has grown and changed into something hard and gritty, but so special to me. I can only hope that I have done them, and you justice.

Thank you! Thank you so much for reading about Lilly and Theo, and whether you loved it or hated it, thank you so much for giving me a chance. 

I started writing for myself, but I always say that if even one person enjoyed one of my books, then I’m happy and they were worth writing.

I so hope that you enjoyed it and that you will stay tuned for Surrendered. You won’t have to wait seven months this time.

Thank you. I cannot express how much your support means to me.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Well this section is going to be considerably longer than last time.

I published Besieged without having a clue how this crazy book world works. Fortunately for me I was quickly taken under the wings of a few blogger’s.

The last six month’s have been an insane, vertical learning curve.

So many people have helped me out and supported me with both Besieged and Conquered.

The first person I have to say a huge thank you to is Becs from Sinfully Sexy Book Reviews. Becs truly took pity on me. She was one of the first reviewers to review Besieged. She pimped it like only Becs can. So thank you Becs. You will always be that person that gave me a shot when no other blog would even review it for me. I love you girl.

I have to give a huge, huge shout out to the lovely SM Piper, my cover designer. This woman is so talented it’s ridiculous. I messaged her saying my designer had let me down. She not only took it on, but said she could make it better. She did a photo shoot especially for me and has done all the teasers and banners you see on the Facebook pages. I do not know where I would be without you. I love the cover so much. Thank you.

Whilst I’m talking about the cover. Jessica Carrier, your legs have been the topic of many conversations when I first revealed this cover. Thank you so much for modelling for the cover. You have the most amazing figure. Girl, you are hot!

Thank you to Ellen from The Book Bellas. Not only have you and your blog been avid supporters of Besieged, but you were kind enough to not only point out my editing errors in Besieged (I am aware there were a few. Yeah, learning curve!) but you then offered to be my editor. You ask for nothing in return, and I can’t thank you enough.

Thank you so much to all the ladies on my street team. You campaign endlessly to put both Besieged and Conquered in the public eye. I love all of you, but I need to say special thanks to Anne, Mary, Dawn, Linda, Stef, Ang and Georgina. You all bring something different to the table. You tell it how it is. You support me always. I would be lost without you girls.

There are many blogs who have helped me along the way, and you are all hugely appreciated, believe me. There are a few who are very special though.

As I mentioned, Sinfully Sexy Book Reviews have been tremendously helpful to me.

I want to say a big thanks to Sizzling Pages Book Reviews. Besieged was picked up and read by fellow Brit Cariad who loved it, and then got all her fellow bloggers to read it. Needless to say, you girls are all fab. So to Cariad, Ang and Nichole, thank you. You will always sit in the favourites category.

Tara and Dawn! Where would I be without your tug love. You ladies just embody everything that the erotic book world should be. You’re fun, supportive, crazy and mostly drunk. I have so much love for you girls. Don’t ever change!

Luscious Literature were a little late in discovering Besieged, but once they did, they really shouted about it. Once again, a huge input from Anne and Linda. You are two of my favourite people. Mandy also raved about the book, spreading the word on the blog.

I want to say a thank you to Summer from Summer’s Book Blog. There are few bloggers who make an author feel so welcome. Summer is always so happy to help and so enthusiastic about everything. She really is a lovely person and I wish there were more people in the world like her. Thank you Summer for always making me smile. If you lived in the UK, I know we’d be good friends.

Claire and Tara from Bare Naked Words are two ladies who have again shown me a lot of kindness. Claire, I love our book chats. I apologise for being a rubbish guest reviewer! Tara, you gave Besieged such a brilliant review and really supported it. Thank you!

I hope I haven’t missed anyone out. Just know that anyone who has ever written a review, posted a teaser or even just picked up my books and read them…Thank you. Your ongoing support means the world.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

LP Lovell is an Indie Author from Salisbury, England. She's known for her seriously laid back attitude, sick sense of humour and a general lack of brain to mouth filter. Fuelled by copious amounts of Diet Coke, she likes to create feisty female characters who bring men across the pages to their knees. If she’s not writing then LP can be found riding her horses, or walking her ever present writing companion; Tulula the dog.
LP Lovell's first novel; Besieged was published in February 2014, and was an international Amazon bestseller.

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