Melting Away The Ice (THE ICE SERIES)

by Smith, Mary

  I loved the way she felt around me. I couldn’t get enough of it, of our perfect fit. She rocked faster against me and I knew I was going to lose it. I sat up and rolled her onto her back. I pulled out of her and she whined. That sound drove me crazy in the best possible way.

  “Lucas,” she begged.

  “Say it,” I leaned down and whispered in her ear. “Say that you want me.”

  “Lucas, I want you. I want you all the time.” She rose up and kissed me. I slammed into her and she began panting, moaning. louder each time.

  “Come for me, beautiful.” She raised her hips as she tightened and I felt her explode onto me. Two quick more thrusts and I did the same.

  We laid there, still as we caught our breath and slowed our pounding hearts. I rolled onto my back and she curled into my side. I didn’t think I could feel any better.

  “You know I didn’t get you over here for sex.” I looked down at her and saw her curly hair was everywhere.

  “Mr. Sharp, did you not enjoy yourself,” she said in mock horror, trying to hide a smile.

  “I never said that. I just wanted us to talk tonight. Though sex was definitely a bonus.” I laughed

  “Lucas,” she said sadly, “I’m sorry I pushed you away.” Her voice cracked and I didn’t want our moment ruined. I rolled her onto her back and looked right into her eyes.

  “Don’t push me away again, Sara. I don’t think I can take it.” I could feel my own tears forming, but I knew better than to let them fall.

  She nodded. “I promise. I will open up more, but I am still scared to say the words.” I saw the tear fall down her face.

  “Hey, when you are ready, you will say it. When you do, that will make me the happiest man in the world.” I smiled. “But, right now something else would make me even happier.”

  She laughed as I settled in between her legs again.

  Chapter 27 – Sara

  I woke up to my phone buzzing. I reached toward it on the nightstand, but Lucas had a tight grip on me.

  “If you answer that I will throw you in the pool.” He was half asleep but still sounded sexy. I giggled as I was able to finally reach the phone and look at the display.

  “Hello,” I said.

  “Where are you?” Rachel yelled so loudly from the other end I had to remove the phone from my ear. “It is almost ten in the morning and you aren’t here.”

  I laughed at her. “Calm down, I will be there-,” Lucas took the phone from me.

  “Rachel, its Lucas. Sara will be taking a sick day today.” I heard Rachel yell “Thank the stars” on the other end and then hang up.

  “Do I look sick? What if I have a hearing or something important to do today?” I asked as he tossed the phone back onto the nightstand.

  “Do you?”

  “Well, no, but-,” Lucas covered my mouth with two fingers.

  “Then you can lay in bed with me all day. However, I have to make a quick call.” He rolled over and I said a silent “thank you” to the hockey gods for creating this gorgeous man. His back muscles were tight and rippled as he moved. I noticed last night that his arms had gotten bigger and I loved it.

  “Coach, it’s Sharp. Yeah, I’m sick, not practicing today. Great thanks.” Lucas threw his phone on the other nightstand and rolled back over to me.

  “I need you,” his voice was low and sexy, “in the shower.” Just like that I was whisked away in his arms. I couldn’t help but laugh.

  After we really did shower and have shower sex, Lucas gave me a pair of his shorts and shirt. I didn’t have anything here, but being in his clothes felt good. I made my way downstairs, where I saw Lucas in the kitchen cooking breakfast. His hair was still damp and he was wearing gray sweats and a black t-shirt. He looked amazing and I could feel my body aching for him again.

  “Hey, beautiful, coffee is done if you want some.” His voice brought me out of my ogling. I nodded and felt my cheeks get red. I walked over to the coffee pot and fixed myself a cup, then I sat down at the table when Lucas placed a plate in front of me. I didn’t even realize how hungry I was until that moment. As usual, Lucas was done with his food long before I was.

  How does he do that?

  He got up and cleared his dishes away as I hungrily finished mine. Soon, I was finished too. Lucas cleared my plate and made me another cup of coffee as well as one for himself before sitting back down at the table. He had a serious look on his face.

  “As much as I enjoyed all the sex we have had in the past eighteen hours, we still need to finish our talk.” He looked deep into my eyes and I nodded.

  “You have questions, don’t you?” It was his turn to nod. “Okay, I will answer anything you ask.” I knew that it was time to come clean, and I wanted too. Last night was hard to relive in my mind, but with Lucas holding me, I was able to get through it. He deserved the truth, and I was tired of being scared. Jake was not in my life anymore, Lucas was. Jake could not control my life anymore; it was my turn.

  “Who found you that night?”

  “Actually, it was Rachel who found me. We were supposed to go out that night and she came over. She heard me moaning in the crawl-space and called the police.”

  “Was he caught? Or, is he still in jail?”

  “He isn’t in jail, anymore.” I saw Lucas’ face lace with anger. I reached over and grabbed his hand. “They caught him and charged him. However, he made bail. He still works at the law firm, but just small cases. I have a restraining order against him and he can’t come within one hundred feet of me.”

  “So, there will be a trial, right?”

  “Yes, his trial is set for the middle of December.”

  “December? What day?” I could already see Lucas was thinking of his schedule to make sure he will be there.

  “Lucas, you don’t have to be there. Rachel will be with me. I know that you have games and commitments.” I gave his hand a squeeze.

  “When, Sara?” He asked more firmly.

  I sighed, “All-Star Week.” I knew that it was All-Star week because Rachel told me. She also told me that Lucas goes to the All-Star game and has every year since his rookie year. He was popular with the fans.

  “That is perfect. I am off that week.” Lucas face lit up.

  “No, you are not. Rachel told me that you go to every All-Star game and I won’t let you miss this one because of me. I already feel bad that you missed today’s practice. By the way, will you get in trouble?” I didn’t want Lucas’ to get in trouble because of me, especially if it would hurt his career.

  “Don’t worry about me. I can miss one year of the All-Star game and besides, I’m not sure if I got picked this year.” He shrugged like he was unsure. I arched my eyebrow at him. Everyone knew he would be picked.

  “Lucas, you are going, period,” I said firmly. Again, Lucas just shrugged.

  “So, he is the reason you left the firm. That is why Rachel and you started up yours.”

  I nodded. “I was still in the hospital when Rachel went down there and gave every person a piece of her mind. She found out that they were not going to fire Jake and just put him on ‘leave’.” I air quoted and Lucas’ became angry again. “We started our place when the firm gave us a very nice severance package. Then Rachel found my apartment and moved all my stuff. She made sure our offices were locked tight and hired Charles to watch the doors. Rachel then asked Charity and Betty to come with us and they agreed.” Lucas was taking it all in when I finally asked the one question that I was scared to ask.

  “So, how mad is your family at me?” I looked down because I felt ashamed of my behavior, especially to his family.

  “My family isn’t mad at you at all. They were concerned, mainly, especially Mom. It was Ava who gave me the advice not to call all last week and that almost killed me.” He ran his hands through his hair. I giggled. “What?”

  “That is a classic girl trick to see if a guy likes her. Plus, it almost killed me too.” I smiled sadly at him.

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�Okay, how about this.” He stood up and took my hand for me to stand. “We go out and spend the whole day together. Anything that you want to do, we will do it. No plans, no schedule, nothing but the two of us.” He put his forehead on mine and bit his lip.

  “You are supposed to be sick, Mr. Sharp.” I reminded him.

  “That’s right, I am. I guess that means we will be spending all day in bed.” He got a wicked grin on his face, threw me over his shoulder, and headed back upstairs.

  We spent the rest of the morning, afternoon, and part of the evening in bed. We made love, talked, made love again, and talked some more. It was the single greatest day of my life. Lucas was perfect in every way. He listened to me and treated me like a princess. I felt bad that he had missed practice, but I was overjoyed that we were together.

  I still hadn’t told him that I loved him and even though I did, I was scared. He was what I needed and wanted in my life, but I could not say the words. Looking back on the past month, I realized that I was miserable beyond words without him.

  As I lay on his chest, I looked up at him to see his eyes were closed. He was so handsome in every way imaginable. I didn’t know how long I stared at him when he opened his eyes.

  “That is a little creepy, beautiful.” His voice was still sounded gruff and sexy.

  “What?” I used my mock shocked voice.

  “Staring at me while I rest.” He wrapped his arm around me tighter.

  “Well, I was just thinking how cute you are.” I touched my finger to his lips. He smiled and kissed my finger.

  “Since you put it that way,” he laughed. “Though I have to say I am hungry. Sex with you takes it out of me.” He shifted to roll out of the bed and get dressed.

  “Ha, ha!” I said with sarcasm. “You don’t think I am hungry, too?”

  He shrugged and a small smirk came across his face. “You should be, as much of a work out that you got.”

  “Ha, ha!” I said again. I got up and put on Lucas’ shirt and stretched out my arms. My legs were still a little wobbly and I was a little sore, but it was worth the ache. I could feel Lucas staring at me, and when I peeked over, his blue eyes were full with desire.

  “First dinner, then dessert,” I said as I walked passed him. He laughed. I was beyond blissfully happy

  Chapter 28 – Lucas

  The week was perfect in every way. Sara and I spent every possible moment together. I was thankful that I was home this week for games. Max and Rachel were more open about their relationship as well. It was a little weird to see Max in love.

  He could deny it all he wanted, but he was. In all the years that I had known him, he’s never been in a serious relationship and now was totally committed to Rachel. They were quite a pair.

  All four of us were at dinner before we left for a road trip. We were laughing and having a grand time when Max brought up the benefit dinner.

  “Oh yeah I forgot about that,” I could not believe I had forgotten.

  “What is it?” Sara asked.

  “It’s a dinner that benefits the children’s hospital. You buy a ticket and the players serve you. On top of that, there is an awesome silent auction,” Max explained.

  “Are there still tickets available?” Sara asked.

  “I am sure we could come up with something,” I said as I kissed her hand.

  “Count me in,” Rachel said and Sara nodded in agreement.

  “How about a dance, beautiful?” I leaned in and whispered in her ear. She slightly blushed, bit her lip, and nodded. She was so beautiful tonight in her red dress. It hugged her in the right places and I couldn’t wait to rip it off of her.

  Holding her in my arms and dancing with her was one of the greatest feelings I have had in my life. She was my world and I didn’t want to go on the road, especially knowing he was still in the city. Rachel told me that he had not come around her at all since the restraining order took effect. Even though that gave me some relief, it still bothered me.

  “Hey, penny for your thought.” Sara touched my cheek and brought me back to reality.

  “Just thinking about you.” I spun her around and continued dancing with her through four songs. We headed back to the table where Rachel and Max were making out like teenagers. Sara and I rolled our eyes at our friends.

  “Hey, Casanova, Sara and I are out of here.” I patted him on the shoulder. Max came up for air and nodded. I was reaching for my wallet when Max said he got the bill already.

  “See you in the morning, Sharp, on the plane.” With that I grabbed Sara’s hand and we headed out. Sara was laughing all the way to the car as we almost ran to it. It was so cold and snow was everywhere on the ground. Luckily there was no ice or we both would have fallen.

  Once we were safely in the car I reached over and gave her a kiss. My pants became tighter as my hard-on became harder. Sara broke the kiss and arched her eyebrow at me, her eyes full of desire. Before I knew it she had climbed into my lap and was straddling me. Her tongue was driving me crazy and when she bit my lip, I lost it. I had to have her right now and was thankful that I had tinted my windows.

  “Sara,” I breathed.

  “Lucas, don’t you dare tell me to stop. I need you, right now.” She had never taken control like this before, but I liked it. She pulled down my zipper and began to stroke me. A loud moan escaped me and I laid my head back on the headrest. She was the only woman to ever drive me insane with her hands. I reached for the seat adjuster and I laid my seat down. Before I knew it I felt her guide me under her dress.

  “Sara!” I exclaimed when I realized that she was not wearing any underwear. She giggled and her body fully engulfed me. She began to pick up her pace moving up and down. All I could do was pant. I couldn’t even form a word at this point. She felt so good around me.

  I could just die like this. I gripped her hips tighter and guided her speed, not able to think of anything but being in her and feeling her.

  “Lucas,” she panted, then threw her head back as she exploded around me. She was trembling and I couldn’t help but follow her lead. We slowed down the pace as I went limp. We both couldn’t catch our breaths and the windows were completely fogged.

  “Wow, I am glad you brought the SUV,” she said and giggled.

  “Me too.” I kissed her. “I love you, Sara.” The words came out before I even knew it. I was a little taken aback on how easy and wonderful they felt.

  “Lucas, I love you, too.” I could hear her voice cracking just a little bit, but I knew that there was love in those words, love that gave me the greatest feeling ever. “But, honey, my leg is cramping up in this position.” We both busted out laughing as she rolled off of me. I tucked myself back into my pants while she straightened her dress.

  “Let’s get out of here, beautiful.”

  “Okay.” She smiled the brightest smile and my heart started beating faster, again.

  “Sharp, I don’t know what has happened in the past week, but keep it up,” Coach said as we headed into the locker room after practice.

  “I know what is happening,” Marc said. I shot him a look, but he only laughed at it. He never takes anything seriously.

  “Say one word and I will shoot a puck at your head,” I glared at him. Marc just laughed harder.

  “Aw, leave the kid alone,” Max said as he came up next to me. We all began to change from the long game. It was a hard game, but we pulled out the win at the end thanks to Max throwing himself over and blocking two shots. We all showered, changed into our suits, and headed out to the bus. Everyone was chatting, but it was quieter since we all were tired. Staying number one in the league was hard work.

  Max jumped into the seat next to me.

  “I talked to Amy and she got Rachel and Sara tickets to the dinner.”

  “Oh good, I was worried that maybe it was sold out.” I really wanted to have Sara there. It was going to be right before the All-Star break and close to her court date. I was very worried about being away from her, but knew
that I couldn’t shelter her, no matter how badly I wanted to.

  “Hey, you know Coach said I got picked to be on the All-Stars again,” I told Max. He nodded.

  “Not surprised, but I am guessing this is the first year you don’t want to go.” Max knew me so well.

  “Take my place. Just don’t tell Sara.”

  Max shook his head. “I already promised Rachel I would be there for her during the hearing. Have Marc go? He would love it and the fans love him too.” Max nodded over to him.

  “That wouldn’t be a bad idea. I still don’t want Sara to know I am going, though.”

  “Rachel said that she would be upset if you came, but even Rachel thinks that you should be there. Rachel said it was going to be bad. Think he will go to jail?”

  I looked Max dead in the eyes. “I can promise you this, they either find him guilty or I am going to put him in the ground.” I was shaking with anger. I could not imagine anyone letting that monster go. I had asked Rachel already how strong the case was and she said that there would be no way that he would be found innocent.

  “That is another reason I need to be there. I have the bail money.” Max laughed and I smiled.

  Chapter 29 – Sara

  “What am I going to wear?” I threw my hands up in the air. “Rachel, why is it that you look stunning and I look like a garbage bag?” Rachel stood in my bathroom in a towel with perfect hair and makeup. We had shopped all week for dresses for the benefit. I ended up buying three dresses because I could not decide which one was the best.

  “I told you, the purple one is perfect,” Rachel said as she finished pinning her hair back. Rachel’s blonde hair was in a bun and she swept her bangs to the side. Her makeup looked like it was done by a Hollywood makeup artist.

  “You know, I do not like you right now.” I stared at her with my evil eye. She just flipped me off. “I need a second opinion.” I knew who to call. I grabbed my laptop and turned on Skype.