Attraction Series Boxed Set: Books 1-3

by J B Heller

  I wanted to be gentle with her, I really did. But she was making it so fucking hard. She was the perfect mix of innocence and vixen. My hand sunk into her hair as I urged her to keep going. And she did.

  Then she wrapped her arms around my hips and grabbed onto my arse and pulled me forward, deeper into her throat. She gagged again, but still, didn’t stop. I was so fucking close, “Ash, baby,” I groaned as I pulled her head back and away from my cock. Her pupils were dilated, her cheeks red, and her lips shining.

  I swallowed hard, “put the condom on my cock then lay back, Ashlynn.” I waited for her to comply. As soon as she was on her back, I was inside her.

  Her hot wet pussy wrapped around me so tightly I had to hold myself still for a moment so I didn’t blow before I got her off.

  Ladies first had always been my policy, and it would be no different with Ash, especially Ash, even though I wanted to fill her with my come this very instant more than I’d ever wanted anything.

  “Fuck Ash, you’re so tight.” I groaned into her neck.

  “Fuck me, Axel.” She whispered into my hair, and I couldn’t hold myself back any longer.

  I pounded into her over and over, pushing her further up the mattress with the force of my thrusts. She moaned out my name over and over, spurring me on.

  Her small hands ran up and down my back, clawing at the muscles beneath my skin until they found their way into my hair. “Yes…” she groaned.

  Right when I was about to come I pulled out and flipped her over onto her stomach. She gasped, but before her protest could leave her luscious lips I spanked her perfectly round arse.

  Her porcelain skin bloomed pink when my hand had struck her and she moaned. My eyes flared at the mark I had left on her.

  Reaching for her hips I pulled them up slightly, then spread her legs with my knees. “Brace Ash.” I warned then pushed inside her again. I shiver raced down my spine at the sight before me.

  Ash’s long red hair in a mess around her head, her arse pushed back into my hips, her back arched in pleasure.

  So fucking perfect.

  I awoke in Axel’s arms.

  In Axel’s house.

  In Axel’s bed.

  OH MY GOD!

  Flashes of the night before filled my sleep addled brain and I began to feel flush. I’d been so brazen. I, oh my god, I’d sucked his, wow.

  I tried to slide out from Axel’s arms, I needed some space, but as soon as I moved his arms tensed. Crap. I froze, hoping I hadn’t woken him. Mortification at my behaviour last night filled my belly. I’d acted like a skank. Liz would be proud, but that was beside the point. That wasn’t me.

  My body ached in the most delicious way. I wanted more, but I was tender in places that hadn’t been tender in a long time. Bob had nothing on Axel and my body was feeling the effects. I grinned, but just as quickly my grin morphed into a grimace.

  “Stop thinking, Ash.” Axel’s husky sleep filled voice grumbled.

  Crap.

  I chewed my lip, what was I supposed to do now? How should I act? This totally changed our dynamic, and I had only just gotten used to the old one.

  “You’re still thinking. Stop it.” Axel commanded.

  I was discovering he had a bossy side, and I kinda liked it. Which wasn’t entirely surprising since I always tended to love the macho Alpha’s in my books. I’d just never been subjected to it first hand before.

  Taking a deep breath I closed my eyes and tried to relax my tense body.

  It was impossible. How was I supposed to relax when I was currently wrapped up in a very naked Axel? Last night after the most intense orgasm of my life it was easy to drift off into oblivion, but that was different. I was spent, exhausted, and utterly satisfied.

  “Ashlynn, do I need to spank that fine arse of yours again?” All traces of sleep had now disappeared from his voice.

  “Uh,” I squeaked.

  Mid way through our umm, session, last night, Axel had flipped me onto my stomach. When I went to protest about the loss of his, you know, inside me, he’d spanked me. And again, I’d liked it.

  After what I’d been through with Zane, I never thought I’d be into spanking. Just the idea of a man raising his hand to me made me recoil. But with Axel it was different. Everything was different. I was different.

  Axel’s arms flexed around me, pulling me closer until he was nuzzling my neck. “Good morning my Little Minx.”

  A goofy grin spread over my face, I kinda liked that nick name. “Morning,” I whispered.

  “How’d you sleep?”

  I scrunched my brows, I’d actually slept better than I had in a long time. No nightmares haunted me, and that was unusual. The only time I slept undisturbed was if I’d had a few glasses of wine, and even then, that was no guarantee. Sometimes the dreams were worse than ever.

  “Really well, actually.” I told him truthfully.

  “You sound surprised by that.” Axel noted.

  There was no reason for me to keep anything from him. Especially now. “I don’t often sleep through without waking from nightmares at least once a night.”

  Axel stiffened, “You’re not the only one haunted by your past, Ash. Remember when I told you I had my own demons?”

  How could I forget? It was one of the reasons I found myself able to trust him. He understood me, and never once judged me. “I remember.”

  “I’ve done horrible things Ashlynn, things you can’t imagine, and I don’t want you to either. Even though the things I’ve done were always for the greater good, they still affect me. I have blood on my hands, tainted blood, but blood nonetheless.”

  His body was so tense, I could feel the tension radiating off of him. “I wasn’t your everyday soldier when I was in the military. Early on my superiors recognised I had a particular skill set, and I was placed on a special task force. We were sent in when there was no other option.”

  I hurt for him, for the things he had to do. He was such an amazing man, so kind and incredibly funny. That’s when I realised his constant joking around was his way of trying to push away the darkness of his past.

  Taking a deep breath, Axel’s body slowly relaxed with his exhale. “My demons didn’t find me in my sleep last night either.” He murmured.

  The thought that I could somehow protect him, even if it was just in sleep, warmed my insides. Axel’s large hand stroked my cheek until he took hold of my chin and tilted my head back to look up into his face. “Hi,” I whispered, as if speaking normally would somehow ruin this moment and bring us back to the reality that lurked outside his bedroom door.

  His eyes were bright with something I couldn’t name. Ever so slowly he closed the space between our mouths until he was just a whisper away. My heart beat accelerated until I thought it might beat out of my chest, but he didn’t press his lips to mine the way my body ached for him to do.

  He searched my eyes and continued stroking my cheek with his thumb. “You’re everything I thought and more, Ashlynn.” He paused, “You’re so much stronger than you think. So much braver than you know. And so goddamn beautiful it hurts.” Then he finally kissed me.

  CHAPTER TWENTY-TWO

  After I’d managed to pry myself away from Ashlynn’s soft warm body I pulled on a pair of jeans, a T and a plain black hoodie. Ash lay in my bed watching me move around my room until I was fully dressed. I loved that she couldn’t take her eyes off me. “Enjoying the view?” I joked, and that blush I loved so much crept up her slender neck.

  Her eyes darted away briefly, but were back on me an instant later. “I want to say yes, but it kinda makes me feel like a bit of a creeper.” She said with a self-conscious laugh.

  I made my way over to the bed and leaned over her, “Maybe I like the little creeper inside of you.” Then I nipped her lips gently before pulling away and going in search of some fresh socks.

  Ash slipped out from beneath the blanket but kept the sheet fastened securely around her body as she shuffled over to her duffle ba
g I’d dropped by the door last night. I didn’t like that she was hiding herself from me. She was drop dead gorgeous but so self-conscious it was ridiculous. A woman like her should strut everywhere she goes, especially when naked.

  I cleared my throat, “Ah, Ash, what are you doing?”

  She looked at me over her shoulder, “Getting some fresh clothes? I’ve got to go to work.”

  I shook my head, “Yeah, no, that’s not what I meant. What’s with the sheet? You turning prudish on me now? After everything you let me do to that body of yours last night?” I asked with a raised brow.

  Her eyes widened and that damn blush spread over her cheeks as she licked her delectable lips. Fuck, I was getting hard just watching her get all flustered at my words. I closed the distance between us and snatched the sheet away from her grasp. Her hand went to cover her breasts but I grabbed them before she could, walking her backwards until she was against the wall, I held her hands above her head.

  “A-Axel?” she stuttered adorably.

  Before she could say anything else I dropped my head and sucked one of her taut nipples into my mouth. She moaned as she arched her back, pushing her breasts into my face. I’d wanted to take her again this morning but she’d said it had been a long time, and I didn’t want to hurt her after last night’s activities, she had to be sensitive.

  But her moans spurred me on, “Fuck it,” I muttered as I switched to her other breast and dropped her hands so I could lift her off the ground and carry her back to my bed.

  As soon as she was laying against the mattress I stripped my hoodie and shirt over my head. “I’m sorry, baby, but you’re too damn much for me to resist.” I dropped to my knees while pulling her to the edge of the bed, and lifted her knees over my shoulders then lapped at the most delicious pussy I’d ever had the pleasure of eating.

  Moments later Ash was crying out my name, in a way that made my blood pump faster in my veins. I ran my tongue up and down her slit again, lapping up her juices. So fucking good.

  “Axel, p-please, too much.” She begged.

  Looking up at her from between her legs I grinned, “I’m just getting started, baby.”

  She moved, and before I knew what was happening she’d slid down the edge of the bed, her little hands making quick work of the button and zipper of my jeans. As soon as my cock was free she braced one hand against my shoulder and the other wrapped tightly around my cock. “Ash,” I warned.

  “I can’t get pregnant. And I haven’t been with anyone else.” She said, looking straight into my eyes.

  I swallowed hard, I wanted her bare like this. And I knew I was clean. I tarped up every single time I hooked up. And I got tested every six months, just to be sure. I’d been tested just before I met Ash. “I’m clean.” I assured her.

  She nodded once, then slammed down on my cock. Taking me all the way in one stroke. I threw my head back. “Holy-fucking-shit.” I growled. She was so hot and tight. My balls pulled up tight against my body.

  Ash moaned then began rocking her hips back and forth, just grinding against me. She shuddered in my arms. I wanted so badly to take control, but I let her rock several more times before I dug my fingers into her hips and stood.

  Once standing I spun on my heel then dropped back onto the mattress so she was still on top of me. Ash squeaked in surprise. “Ride me, Ashlynn. Let me watch that beautiful body move. Let me watch you take what you need.”

  She shivered and bit her lip, but complied. Slowly at first, but her rhythm picked up pace until I couldn’t take it anymore. I jack-knifed up, keeping one hand at her hip and wrapping the other in her long red locks. Pulling her head back I devoured her neck. Sucking, biting, licking, all the while she rode my cock, moaning and groaning my name.

  My fingers dug harder into her hip. She would have bruises tomorrow, but from her reaction she didn’t seem to mind, in fact, the more pressure I applied the louder she became. “Fuck baby, you feel so good.” I growled against her neck then bit down on her shoulder.

  “Axel!” she cried out my name as her body began to shudder and convulse.

  I watched her as she came, it was a beautiful sight to behold. Her skin was flush, a sheen of sweat covering her skin. I ran my tongue up her neck as she sighed then sagged against my chest. Skimming my nose along the column of her throat until I reached her ear I nibbled on the lobe. “My turn,” I growled, then flipped her on her back.

  Her eyes grew wide as she stared up at me, a sly grin on her lips. I loved that grin. That was the grin of my Little Minx. I thrust my hips forward and I swear her eyes sparkled. With that look in her eyes and the curve of her lips taunting me, it didn’t take me long to come.

  Before the last shudder had even left my body, my phone rang.

  And just like that, Ash shut down on me, again.

  The sparkle that had been in her eyes only moments ago was replaced with embarrassment. Ignoring my phone, I stroked her cheek. “Don’t do that baby,” I cooed, “where’d my Little Minx go?”

  She licked her lips nervously, “Umm,” she swallowed and shifter her gaze to the window.

  “Ash, my cock is still buried inside your sweet pussy,” I raised a brow, accentuating what I was saying by twitching my cock. Ash blushed, and her eyes flicked back to mine. I grinned, “Don’t go getting shy on me now baby. You never have to hide that fire from me. Never.”

  She blinked several times then gave a slight nod, “Okay. I’ll try.”

  “Good.” I said then dropped a kiss on her soft mouth and slid out of her.

  After round two, a shower was definitely in order. I had one in the guest bathroom down the hall from mine. I knew there was no way in hell I would be able to keep my hands to myself if I was in a shower with Ash. And like it or not, I couldn’t spend all day fucking her.

  Ash was already showered and dressed when I opened my bedroom door to retrieve my phone. She was sitting on the edge of my bed, securing the thin strap of her sandal around her ankle. Glancing up at me a soft smile lifted the corner of her mouth, “Hey, I’m almost ready.”

  Picking my phone up off the dresser I checked the display to see who I’d missed the call from earlier. It was Gabe. Running my hand through my hair, I swore under my breath as I flicked open the text he sent immediately after.

  ~Old mate’s been busy. Looks like he’s got friends in town that’ve been watchin’ your girl for a while. Her place has been compromised. I’d get her out if I were you.~

  I felt Ash approach from behind me, “What’s wrong?”

  Closing my eyes I gritted my teeth. Motherfucker. Here I was thinkin’ he had only tracked her down recently, but he’s had eyes on her all along.

  “Axel?” Ash prodded.

  “Sorry baby, it’s nothin’. Just Gabe. I gotta get into the office.” Sighing I turned around to face her, “You wouldn’t consider calling out sick? Just hang out here for the day?”

  She frowned, “Why would I do that? I’m not letting Zane mess with my life any more than he already has. Besides, there’s always people milling around at the library. Surely he wouldn’t try anything in the midst of all that.”

  I popped a brow, “What makes you think he cares if anyone’s around to see him? Are you prepared to come face to face with him if he does happen to show?”

  Ash visibly paled, “Well, I mean, he wouldn’t. Would he?”

  Closing my eyes, I prayed for patience. “Ash, he’s clearly mentally unstable. I wouldn’t put anything past him.” When she didn’t respond I ran my hand through my hair and sighed. “I’m not trying to scare you baby. But I want you to realise that he is a very real threat right now. I can’t have you taking unnecessary risks.”

  She licked her lips, “You really think he’d show up at the library?”

  I shrugged, “I wouldn’t be surprised. You did get an envelope in your mailbox yesterday with no postmarks on it. He’s been around, you just haven’t seen him.”

  Taking a step back Ash lost her balance, my han
ds shot out to steady her. “You’re right,” she breathed. “I didn’t want to think about it, but you’re right.” Swallowing hard she closed her eyes tight, “I don’t want to be afraid anymore. I’ve just found my peace, and he’s taking it away already.” A single tear escaped from the corner of her eye.

  I pulled her into my arms, pressing her face into the curve of my neck, I stroked her long hair down her back, soothing her. “You don’t have to be afraid Ash. You just have to be cautious.” She let out a shuddering sigh. “If I didn’t have to go into the office I’d come to work with you. But I need to find him before he finds you again.”

  CHAPTER TWENTY-THREE

  I had faith that Axel would find Zane. I knew about his military background from our late night phone calls over the last few weeks. This was his job, and he was damn good at it. I took in his words, along with a deep shuddering breath.

  The way I saw it was I had two choices right now. One- I could revert back to the scared shell of a woman I’d been for the past five years. Or two- I could stand up and embrace this new, confidant woman that I’d been slowly morphing into since meeting Axel.

  Resolve settled in my bones. And with it, I felt empowered like I never had before. I was sick and tired of being that other woman. The frightened, jumpy and all together weak fractured soul I had allowed Zane to turn me into.

  Pulling my shoulders back I stood tall, with Axel’s arms still gently holding my shoulders he looked at me with concern. “I won’t be that woman anymore.” I told him.

  He surveyed me cautiously, “Elaborate.” He commanded.

  “I will not, no, I cannot allow him to continue to control the course of my life. I have fought so long to get to where I am right now. And it brought me to you. And you, you see something in me I thought was long gone. But I can feel it, every moment I spend with you I feel myself becoming stronger.