Chapter 37
Snapping out of her shock, Cassidy blinked and placed a hand on top of her father's shotgun, eyes never leaving Jon for a second. "Dad, put the gun down. I know him." What the hell was he doing here? "H-He's…"
"I'm her boyfriend, sir." Jon supplied with a straight face, pale blues holding truth and extended his hand. "I'm Jon Good."
Azure eyes shot open as soon as that word spilled out of his mouth and Cassidy could only cover her mouth with her hand to hide her slacked jaw.
"Cassidy, is this true?" Terrence demanded, refusing to shake the man's hand until he confirmed what he said with his daughter.
"Y-Yes." Cassidy stammered, clearing her throat and moved to stand in front of Jon. "Yes Daddy, he's my boyfriend." That felt and sounded strange, but Cassidy had to stop Jon from being blown away. "I-I meant to tell you both he was coming in late tonight and completely forgot with everything else going on."
"Terrence, what's going on down there?" Judy's voice called as she headed downstairs, yawning loudly. "Who's at the door?"
Cassidy swallowed hard, looking at her mother and wasn't surprised when her brown eyes shot open like everyone else's. "Mom, this is Jon Good. My boyfriend." She laughed nervously. "I forgot to tell Lindsey about him coming with me when we planned to surprise you guys." She really hoped her parents bought the lies otherwise Cassidy would have a huge problem on her hands.
"I see…" Judy walked over to stand beside her daughter, wrapping a protective arm around her shoulders. "For god's sake Terrence, put your gun down and shake the man's hand before his arm falls asleep!"
Terrence blanched at his wife with wide eyes. "But…"
"He's her boyfriend, dear. We don't want to be rude." Judy's tone held warning and managed to sound deceptively sweet at the same time. "Invite him in."
Sighing, Terrence eyed the large man named Jon suspiciously and set his gun to the side, taking his hand firmly shaking it. "I'm Terrence Irons and this is my wife Judy." He gestured to her with his free hand. "Come in, sorry about the gun thing."
Jon cracked a small smile and stepped through the door, immediately locking his gaze on Cassidy. "Not a problem, sir." She looked beautiful with haphazard strawberry blonde hair and stunned eyes, the midnight blue sleepwear only fueling his desire for her. "Sorry I didn't call sooner, darlin'. I just got in." Literally, Jon had driven 15 straight hours, only stopping for gas and something to eat.
"It's okay…" Cassidy had to force herself to move toward him, still not believing he was here in the flesh and let him envelope her in his arms, closing her eyes. "I'm glad you made it safely." He had a lot of explaining to do when they were alone.
"Me too." He murmured quietly, kissing the top of her head and stepped back, not wanting to make her parents uncomfortable. "Long drive." Jon would explain more later; right now he looked ready to keel over from exhaustion.
He DROVE here? Cassidy barely hide her shock at those words and nodded, letting him know she received his message. "Why don't you guys head to bed? Especially you, Daddy." She eyeballed her father sternly, still worried about him because of the heart condition he had.
"I don't think…"
"Alright sweetie pie, you two get some rest." Judy cut her husband off, wrapping an arm around his waist and guided him toward the stairs. "It was nice meeting you, Jon."
"You too, ma'am."
Jon already felt the resentment pouring from Cassidy's father and merely shrugged it off. He didn't care if her father approved of them or not because he was there for Cassidy and nobody else. Cassidy noticed her brother had stuck around for the show and pointed at the stairs.
"You too, busy day tomorrow." She ordered, pushing him gently but firmly toward the stairs.
Ryder snorted, eyeballing Jon suspiciously just like his father had and reluctantly went back up to his room. Cassidy waited until she heard two doors close before turning her full attention on Jon, cool eyes narrowing to slits. She wasn't sure if she was angry or relieved he was here, deciding they would be having a talk on the porch where nobody could eavesdrop on their conversation. Jon showing up had completely knocked her for several loops and Cassidy had to recover, the night air assaulting her helping.
"It's cold out here, Cass." Jon tried to reason and sighed when she just kept her back to him, following her lead.
"What the hell are you doing here, Jon?" Cassidy demanded, staring straight ahead and knew her boiling blood would keep her warm. "Have you completely lost your mind? You just called yourself my boyfriend to my parents. Do you realize that?"
Jon nodded stiffly, having expected this kind of attitude from her. "Could you think of a better way for me to protect you?" He asked honestly, raising a brow down at her. "I wasn't about to leave you alone for an entire weekend, family or not, Cassidy."
"So that's what this is about? Your need to protect me?" Cassidy scoffed, clenching her teeth and felt the sudden urge to kick him in the genital region, tears stinging her eyes. "I would've been perfectly fine here."
Jon knew he'd upset her with what he said and sighed, turning her around by the arm. "Cass, I didn't mean that. Look, I called myself your boyfriend because…that's what I am." He cupped her face in his warm hands, forcing her eyes to meet his. "I came here because I want to tell you everything. I'm ready. When your plane lifted in the sky and took off, I knew I was ready then, but you were gone. So I came to you. I came to prove to you that I do have feelings for you and I care about you."
"What?" Cassidy's voice cracked on that one word, stunned at the words coming out of Jon's mouth and blinked, huge tears cascading over his fingers. "Jon…"
"Before we leave Indianapolis, I will tell you everything and open up completely. Because I refuse to go back to Tampa until you're officially mine in every way." Jon sounded powerfully determined, pulling her closer to him and brushed his mouth against hers. "I'm ready to let you in, Cass, and start caring…because you are worth caring about."
"You came all this way for that?" Cassidy's heart exploded with newfound love for this man and she kissed him back passionately, feeling him lift her up with ease wrapping her legs around his waist. "I'm so glad you're here." She whispered against his mouth after the toe-curling kiss broke, both of them breathing heavily.
Jon chuckled, having missed her like crazy for the past 15 hours and knew he wouldn't have handled being away from her for nearly an entire week. "Now that's the reception I was hoping for." He smirked when she smacked his arm lightly, nuzzling her neck. "I'm glad I'm here too, Cass."
"What about the fire station?" Cassidy suddenly asked, pulling back to stare in his devious pale blues. "What did you do?"
"Joe. I explained that I wanted to follow you here and asked if he'd take my shifts. I have a lot of stored vacation time, so they can't say shit." Jon yawned loudly, pressing his forehead to hers and suddenly felt bone-weary tired, his eyes drooping.
Cassidy noticed it instantly and slid out of his arms, her feet hitting the porch. "Come on, you need some rest. The party is tomorrow and, since you're here, you're coming."
He didn't have a choice since he'd announced, in front of her parents, he was her boyfriend. Cassidy laced her fingers with his, guiding him back inside the house and locked the front door, both of them quietly ascending the stairs. Jon had swiped his bag from the front door, where he'd dropped it at the sight of Cassidy, having everything he needed in it. Jon already planned on attending the party with Cassidy, remembering her comment about not having a date for her sister's wedding. Well, she would have a date for this and he even went shopping, with Elissa, to pick out proper attire for the event. In Elissa's words, Jon in nice dress clothes would make Cassidy's head spin, which is exactly what he wanted.
"Are you sure it's alright I stay in here with you?" Jon asked, wondering if he'd wake up in the morning with a shotgun pointed at him again from her father. "I can always-"
Cassidy pressed her finger against his lips, smiling. "You're fine, now shed your clothes and get into bed with me." She winked, keeping her voice low so nobody overheard them.
Jon smirked at her command and set his bag on the bed, sifting through it pulling out a pair of black pajama bottoms. "Turn your head. If I can't watch you dress, then you can't watch me."
Cassidy giggled softly and turned her head to shield her gaze from him. She didn't dare peek because, if Jon caught her, she would be in trouble. However, the sound of his zipper sliding down made Cassidy do a full body shiver, wanting nothing more than to beg him to take her. She wouldn't though, not in her parents' house. He was here to tell her the truth about his past and Cassidy wouldn't let her lust overshadow her goal. A few minutes later, Jon pulled the comforter back and slid in the bed beside Cassidy, wrapping strong secure arms around her body.
"Heaven." He murmured in a raspy voice, nuzzling her neck again and could feel himself fully relax now that she was safely in his arms.
"Couldn't agree more. Good night, Jon." Cassidy whispered, turning to brush her mouth against his before they both snuggled tighter against each other, falling into a deep slumber.
The next morning, Cassidy slowly pried her eyes open, thanks to the sunlight streaming through the window. It was a good thing the bed was against the wall furthest from it. Still, the light made her eyes hurt as she rubbed them, letting out a long yawn. Cassidy suddenly froze when a pair of arms tightened around her and instantly relaxed, already knowing it was Jon. Turning over to lay on her side facing him, Cassidy studied his face and still couldn't believe he was here. She thought it was a cruel dream, pinching herself for reassurance. He'd actually driven 15 hours or more just to be with her, to make sure she was alright and to finally open up about his past. To start the healing. Cassidy reached her hand up caressing his face tenderly and couldn't stop smiling.
"What are you staring at, woman?" Jon rasped out, his voice gruff with sleep and slowly opened his eyes.
"You, who else?" She shot back impishly, leaning forward to brush her mouth tenderly against his. "Good morning."
"Yeah it is. What time is it?" Jon felt a little more awake after that kiss and so did the rest of his body.
"Just after 9, we've got a little time before my Mom forces us to get up."
"Is that right?" Jon suddenly rolled over and pulled Cassidy with him, making her lay on top of him. "So what should we do until she comes knocking?"
"I can think of a few things."
Cassidy captured his mouth in a passionate soul searing kiss and could feel her entire body responding to his gentle touch, wanting him more than the air she breathed. Jon growled, rolling Cassidy back on the bed with him hovering over her, never breaking the kiss. He loved the feeling of her fingers running through his curly hair and groaned when her leg hooked around his hip. Gliding his hand up her creamy leg, Jon massaged her thigh, feeling Cassidy deepen the kiss as their tongues touched. Taking a chance, Jon dipped his hand from her thigh to her short covered crotch and began rubbing, wanting to drive her just as crazy as she made him. Thankful Jon's mouth covered hers, Cassidy's moans were muffled and arched her body against him, not able to push him away.
If he tried taking her at that moment, Cassidy would go with no complaints. Her body lit completely ablaze as he began rubbing harder, the combination of the material of her shorts rubbing against her sensitive clit with his fingers and his mouth devouring hers enough to make her head whirl. Cassidy slid her hand down his muscular bare chest to his pajama bottoms, not stopping until she felt flesh. Hissing out, Jon didn't stop his administrations and was determined to make Cassidy climax for him in some way. Apparently she had the same idea, her thumb running across the tip of his fully awakened cock and Jon felt his eyes roll in the back of his head. His sinful lips left hers; Jon trailed his mouth and tongue down her jaw line while she began stroking him beneath the pants and boxer/briefs, freeing it fully.
"Jon, harder…" She breathed out in a whispery gasp, her heart pounding furiously.
When Jon's hand stopped rubbing her through the shorts and slid beneath them along with her panties, Cassidy slapped a hand over her mouth, bucking against him. Jon groaned in her neck, using her skin to muffle his own sounds of passion and wished they were completely alone. He could have her right now if he wanted, but honestly Jon didn't want to have sex again until they had a talk. Hand jobs would have to do for now and Jon definitely didn't mind, especially when Cassidy began fondling his balls.
"Damn Cass!" He grunted, thrusting his finger in and out of her, tempted to tear them off and barely refrained. "Faster, darlin', make me cum for you…"
Cassidy was determined to do it, working her arm and hand faster just like he wanted, loving how his cock hardened against her touch. With Jon's free hand, he slid it up her tank top and growled softly, realizing she wasn't wearing a bra. How the hell had he missed that? Suddenly pushing it up fully, Jon's mouth descended on her right nipple hungrily, flicking it with his skillful tongue. Cassidy kept her mouth covered, knowing what he was doing and muffled her cries as she felt her walls begin closing around Jon's finger. It didn't take long, especially when Jon added a second finger to her wet folds and Cassidy began pumping her arm into a frenzy, knowing Jon was close.
This would make a mess. Jon glanced over while suckling on her left nipple, noticing she had her own bathroom. Good, they would need a hose down after this was over. His mouth closed around Cassidy's breast and felt her climax against his finger, her sweet hot essence flowing over his hand. He couldn't hold back any longer, her release triggering his and exploded against the bed and her legs, tightening his hold on her. When they finished and calmed down a little, Cassidy finally removed her hand from her mouth, looking down at Jon with a lazy smile. Her hazy azure eyes were screaming at him for more attention, but they would have to wait until later, especially when a knock sounded at the door. It was Judy checking on them to make sure they were up since breakfast was being served.
"We'll be out in a minute, Mom! Just woke up!" Cassidy called through the door, shaking her head at the devilish smirk curving Jon's mouth and smacked him blithely.
"Until later." Jon promised huskily, kissing her heatedly and stood up from the bed, both of them heading into the bathroom to clean up before going downstairs for breakfast.