“I got carried away in there.” I nuzzle her neck as I slip a hand inside her robe.
“Mmm, I’m glad you did.”
“I forgot to put on a condom, honey, and I never forget. You’ve got me so distracted.”
“I do?”
“You have no idea.” I strum my fingers along her thigh, but intentionally keep them closer to her knee. “Are you on birth control?”
She shakes her head, her eyes widening.
“Fuck, I’m sorry, but I pulled out before I came, and I was just tested recently, so I’m all clear. My brothers are too. Rafe makes sure we stay on top of that shit.”
She nods, her body relaxing again. “Maybe I should get on the pill or something, so we don’t have to worry about it.”
“I won’t fuck up again. You don’t have to worry.”
“Still, it’d be nice …with no condom.”
I groan and pull her into a tight hug. “You’re gonnahave to stop talking about it, or I’m gonna keep you in bed all day.”
“I wouldn’t mind.” She giggles, then squeals as I hold her tighter still.
“How are you feeling, by the way?” I brush my hand lightly over her pussy—overthe robe, since I don’t trust myself.
“I feel okay. I might be a little sore, but overall, I feel incredible.”
I kiss her again, because I can’t help myself. “Good. I’ll arrange for our doctor to visit you, so you can see about birth control.”
We get dressed, Hazel dries her hair and puts on makeup, then we go downstairs hand in hand. Rafe and Bron are already in the kitchen, and as soon as they look our way, I knowthey knowwhat we’ve been up to. I can also tell that they’re jealous, even though they knew it would happen.
I’m happy to share with my brothers, but I’m also irrationally pleased by their reaction. If Hazel wasn’t here, I’d pound my chest and strut around the room like the animal I am.
HAZEL
Everything that’s happened since I met the Curran brothers has felt like a waking dream, like a vacation from my real life. But having sex with Conal was very, very real.
My skin feels shimmery, as if every cell has been activated. My cheeks are probably still flushed, and there’s a phantom presence between my legs, as if Conal’s still inside me.
I feel light, but also more grounded than I’ve felt in days. This is really happening. I’m actually married to a trio of sexy rock stars, and now our marriage has been consummated.
There’s a shift in the air as we walk into the kitchen, and as I’m about to pass Bron’s chair on my way to get food, he tugs me down into his lap. He nuzzlesmy ear and kisses my neck. He’s staking his claim, and even though I’ve just been with his brother, my body tells me it wouldn’t mind going another round.
How is this my life?
Conal brings me a cup of tea, with the tea bag still in it, along with a raspberry danish, my favorite.
He has two pastries and three hard-boiled eggs piled on his plate, and I can’t help but think about how he worked up such an appetite this morning.
All three guys are quiet for a while, even though Rafe and Bron are already done eating. Eventually, Bron says, “Are you planning to come into the studio with us today, Hazel?”
His tone tells me the invitation isn’t just a courtesy; he sounds like he wants me there.
“Would you mind if I took pictures of you while you work?” I ask all three of them. “I’m eager to try out the new camera.”
“That’s fine with me,” Bron says, and his brothers nod in agreement.
When they leave to go work, I tidy the kitchen, then head back upstairs to get my equipment. I’m glad to have something to occupy both my hands and my mind today, because I keep thinking about what happened in the shower, and it wouldn’t dofor me to sit around with a silly grin on my face all day.
