'I love you gorgeous... I love you more than words could ever explain.'

Matt whispers and I can't help but smile against his mouth as I dig my heels deeper against his ass. Desperately clinging onto him afraid this is all just a dream and I might wake up at any second. Gently he places me down on the bed, climbing on top of me as his fingertips brush away the last of my tears. He looks down at me with pure adoration as he murmurs.

'You're never, ever, getting rid of me again.'

'I don't want to.'

I smile, placing my hands around his neck so I can draw him closer to me. When he first tackled me in the hallway I had no clue what had gotten over him. His entire demeanor oozed dominance as he threw me against the wall and started kissing me furiously, now I understood. I was feeling the same aching need to have him close, to claim him as mine... I delve my hands into his hair, tugging at the strands as I bring myself up so I can kiss him again. He happily obliges, deepening the kiss as he pushes me back down on the bed. His muscular torso presses tightly against my tiny frame as he rakes his hands all over me. Swiftly tugging at the ends of my robes, desperate to get them out of the way as he hungrily groans against my mouth. The vibrating sound sends a shiver down my legs as I start tugging at his shirt.

This isn't like any other time we'd been intimate before... Everything feels hot, urgency burning in every touch or stroke. Matt appears to be going through the same hunger as he easily rips my bathrobe aside, a low rumble escaping his throat as his eyes feast on my body before he catches me in another heated kiss. His hands graze over my bare skin until he cups one of my breasts, giving it a tight squeeze as he growls.

'If you want me to stop, you better say so now...'

'Don't you dare stop!'

I warn him with a moan. The thought had crossed my mind to take care of myself after we'd come home and I stepped into the shower. My pussy had been begging me to, still aching for a release after Matt left me hot and bothered. Thank fuck I didn't listen... I pant frantically tugging his shirt up. The desire to touch him is so overwhelming I feel like I'm about to pass out if I don't. He props himself up on one arm, helping me out as he throws his shirt across the room. My rapid breathing exhilarates even more as I glance over his toned body with feverish eyes. Sweet Jesus... He gives me a sly smile, flexing his muscles and I can't help but ask slightly worried because he just carried me to the room while he's only just recovered from his wounds.

'Are you alright? If you're in pain we can~'

'I'm fine. Doc gave me the all-clear this afternoon.'

Matt quickly reassures me as he slips his hands down my sides. His eyes are dark and filled with lust as he tangles his fingers through the straps of my panties. God, I'd been so infuriated when you left me hanging on the beach... I think, sucking in my breath and closing my eyes with anticipation but it seemed all worth it now. Every shitty thing that had happened over the years was worth it because it led up to this... I shudder, forcing my eyes back open determined not to miss a single second of it. My mind feels fuzzy as I let my fingers graze over his chest, teasing his nipple piercing before working my way down to the rim of his pants. As soon as I press the palm of my hand over his bulge a groan escapes his lips before he grumbles in a low voice.

'You better not play with me beautiful... Because I'm not holding back this time.'

'I don't want you to...'

I whisper as I start loosening his belt buckle, my voice dripping with desire. My movements painfully slow as he leans back, watching me like a starved animal. Once his belt comes undone I sit up, nudging him onto his back with the flick of my hand. Straddling his hips as I start placing kisses all over his upper body, keeping eye contact the entire time. God, I love that look... I groan.

'You're mine now...'

I whisper against his skin before licking one of his nipples causing him to grunt with pleasure. God, I've been dying to do this... I breathe, burning the sight of him squirming underneath me in my memory. Meanwhile, my fingers play with the buttons on his jeans popping them open one by one. My lips still feasting on his body, causing his breathing to become even more ragged as I work my way down his body. Dragging my lips over the sexy v-line which guides me inside of his pants. I'll never get tired of that godlike body of yours... I moan against his skin, studying every line and muscle. Once I get the last button loose I wrap my fingers underneath the fabric of his jeans and boxers, tugging them both down in one swift motion allowing his erection to spring loose. Fuck! I lick my lips, dying to have a taste seeing how hard he is. How come it seems like your getting bigger every time? I wonder, biting my lip in anticipation. Don't rush it, Lex Relish it. I force myself to be patient as I continue to drive him crazy by kissing him down his legs while tugging off his clothes entirely.

'God, you're such a tease!'

He groans impatiently as I work my way back up on his other leg, making me giggle. I softly bite down on the flesh of his hip, causing him to jolt and moan at the same time while he grabs the sheets underneath him. His hard cock begging for attention, pulsing slightly as it lays flat against his stomach.

'You're just needy...'

I whisper huskily, holding his gaze as my mouth is now only inches away from pleasuring him.

'Fuck, you're killing me here...'

He swears in a low voice as I slowly drag my finger over the wet tip, causing his cock to twitch again. Damn you're hot! I grin before I lick his arousal from my finger in the same way he did earlier at the beach, only igniting the fire inside him even further as I moan softly at the taste. He grabs me by the hair, dragging me back up to him giving me a violent kiss. His teeth scrape at my bottom lip while he roars.

'Stop tormenting me, you little minx!'

His deep sexy voice causes me to moan against his lips as he grips my hips with his strong hands pushing me down on top of him. Dear lord! I groan as I deliberately rub my soaking panties against his length, the sensation of having him so close and yet so far causing me to shudder with delight. Violently he presses me closer against him, moving one arm around my waist and flipping us over as he keeps assaulting me with his mouth while straddling me now instead.

'My turn.'

He growls, his eyes almost entirely black with lust as he towers over me. With one hand he rips my panties to shreds, fabric flying everywhere and his patience flying out along with it as he roughly spreads me open. Burying his face between my legs, his tongue delving straight into my center without hesitation.

'Jesus, fuck!'

I curse, tangling my fingers in his hair as I wrap my legs around him to keep him from pulling back. Not that he was planning to... I whimper breathlessly, my muscles shaking from pleasure as he starts sucking on my clit. The sloppy sound makes me even wetter as I buckle my hips, wanting more. Needing more! He groans hungrily, his breath fanning my sex nearly enough to make me come undone before he pushes his tongue deep inside of me. Lapsing up all my sweet juices as my entire body starts to spasm and I beg.

'Oh, God! Please don't stop! P-Please...'

My plea doesn't fall on deaf ears, and I'm barely able to recognize the sound of my own voice as he grunts pleased at my demise. His tongue working even faster, his mouth teasing and playing with my lips while he slips two fingers inside of me without warning. The sensation causes me to press my hips harder against his lips while I cry out in pleasure. God, Matt! When he twists his fingers inside of me, rubbing against my happy place while his teeth pluck at my swollen clit I instantly fall to pieces.

'M-Matty!'

I squeal, my body trembling fiercely as he continues his movements with his fingers. Greedily licking up every droplet of my arousal until my legs grow limp, falling down at his sides.

'You're a goddamn goddess...'

He mumbles with a thick voice, kissing the sensitive skin on the inside of my thigh as he glances up at me. You're ...something! I huff a laugh, unable to answer him. My brain is hazy, unable to think properly as I'm still struggling to breathe. He grins cheekily, savoring my taste as he licks his lips and says.

'I'm not done with you yet.'

He claws over me with the eyes of a predator, flicking his tongue against my nipples before pulling me in for a kiss. My hands capture his face, tugging softly on his beard and I can't help but blush noticing how wet it is when he makes me taste myself.

'I love you.'

I whisper against his mouth, drawing him even closer against me. The feeling of his hard cock brushing against my drenched lips makes me quiver and moan with suspense. He deliberately drags it out, playing with the tip of his cock against my folds as he demands in a low tone.

'Say it again...'

'God, I love you!'

I stammer helplessly, moving my hips and legs as I try to get him inside of me. He buries his face in my neck, biting and sucking on my sensitive spot as he growls.

'Again.'

'Sweet lord! Baby, I love you so fucking much! Please, just fuck me already!'

I beg, the need to feel him inside of me driving me to the brink of insanity. He grins wildly at my pleas, and if even possible I swear can feel his dick grow even harder. My fingers dig into the skin of his back, scraping over his shoulder blades as I struggle to even breathe. Captured by his dark eyes which consume me completely, already mentally fucking my brains out as he continues his relentless torture and says.

'God, I love you... I can't believe I've got the sexiest woman on earth in my possession, you know that?'

'Ahh, yes! I'm yours. Everything of me belongs to you, Matty! Please don't keep me waiting anymore, I... I can't take it anymore!'

I cry, placing feverish kisses against his jawline as I hold onto him as if my life depends on it. His hands fold around my hollowed back, crushing me against him as he firmly keeps my hips stuck against the mattress. His gruff hand making it impossible for me to move against his cock. Please, Matty! I pant frantically, tears of despair forming in my eyes.

'Mmm... Everything?'

Matt purrs against my ear, and all I can do is nod furiously. My voice caught in my throat as I feel like I'm about to pass out if he doesn't give me what I need, right now!

'Then show me gorgeous...'

Matt growls, biting down on my shoulder while flipping us both over so I'm back on top. Stop screwing with me! I moan loudly at the stingy feeling, placing my hands on his torso forcing him to stop as I try to sit up. Just screw me! I grunt frustratedly as he pulls back, smirking wickedly as his hands go down to my hips, tightly gripping them as he hoists me over his cock. Forcing me to stay still as he aligns himself underneath my slit and growls.

'Show me, Lexi... Show me your mine...'

'Please, I'm all yours!'

I whimper, tilting my head back as he teases my entrance with the tip of his cock. This is fucking payback for my teasing earlier, I'm sure of it! I grumble silently, sure my arousal must be dripping onto his member by now. I've never been so damn horny in my entire life! I moan as he slowly presses the head inside of me making my body quiver in his hold. Yes! Yes, please! I breathe, almost convinced he'll finally take me as I try to move my hips but he still won't let me. Argh, Matty! I wail as he holds me firmly in place while he slips back out making me whine frustratedly.

'Please, Matty! I'll... I'll show you. Just please let me go!'

I yelp, scratching his chest. I want you so bad it hurts! I cry, my chest heaving as he tightens his grip on me and demands.

'Call me by my full name gorgeous... Beg for it...'

'God, Matteo! I... I feel like I'm about to die! I need you inside of me, now!'

I cry from the top of my lungs, my voice velvety and thick with the carnal need to have him. He growls with contentment, driving my hips down on his length in one swift motion making me gasp in shock. God. Fuck yes! My body spasms as his rock-hard member impales me and he groans.

'Good girl... Now claim me, beautiful. Show me I'm the only man you'll ever want to fuck.'

He doesn't need to tell me twice as I immediately start rolling my hips. Moaning loudly with delight now that he has finally given me the reigns. Jesus, fuck! I groan, my head slammed backward as I ride his cock as if my life depends on it.

'Aah! Mmh! O-Oh, God!'

I pant every time his cock hits my g-spot. I'll never get enough of this! I cry silently, forcing my eyes back open so I can look at the love of my life. Matt groans in pleasure, watching me with piercing eyes as he squeezes my butt. Helping me match my rhythm as he slams his hips against me every time I drive down.

'Ah-aah! God, yes!'

I scream, my body extremely hot as I keep increasing my paste. Fucking him like a wild animal as I'm already nearing my climax. Matt notices it too, his eyes completely overtaken with passion as he pulls me close. Giving me a heated kiss before he barks possessively.

'I said claim me, Lexi! I want to hear you scream my name as you make yourself cum all over my cock.'

His words alone nearly make me come on the spot as he dips his head, kissing and biting my skin until he reaches my breasts. His fingertips kneading and playing with one as his lips pleasure the other. Sh-Shit! I swear as he flicks his tongue against the erect bud before sucking and biting on it, making me moan again. I grab his hair forcing him to continue as I keep moving my hips and cry, happily complying with his demands.

'God, yes! M-Matteo, you feel s-so good!'

The sound of his member sliding between my soaking wet lips, along with the string of words flying from my mouth almost make me feel dirty. I don't care! I yelp silently, it feels too good to stop! And even if I wanted to, I don't think I can. My body has a will of its own, moving erratically in need of release.

'Fuck gorgeous, you're so tight!'

Matt grunts as my walls start contracting around his big member. I take a hold of Matt's shoulders, steadying my balance as I grip him tightly. F-Fuck, I'm so full! I gasp, Matt taking control over my movements as he captures my hips, helping me move at a steady pace as he violently meets my thrusts and whispers.

'Come for me, beautiful.'

His low primal voice sends another wave of pleasure over me, tipping me over the edge making my entire body quiver. My orgasm hits me so hard I'm unable to keep up with his movements, shockwaves rippling through me as he continues to drive his dick inside of me and I scream.

'Fuck! Baby, I'm cumming! Please don't stop!'

Wave after wave of pleasure washes over me, making me clench my walls around his cock even harder. He gives a feral growl, gripping me tightly against his chest as he continues to fuck me relentlessly losing complete control. His quick hard strokes make me break down in a mess of moaning and panting, both of our bodies covered in a thin layer of sweat as a second orgasm tares through me within a matter of seconds.

'Aahh, M-Matteo! Mhm~ Aaah!'

I choke out between jagged breaths, feeling his dick pulse inside of me as he nears his own climax. My drenched pussy clasping him tightly as I push myself down, burying him deep inside of me.

'Lex, f-fuck!'

He swears, his nails clawing at my butt while his eyes roll in the back of his head. I hold still, wanting every inch of him inside of me as he comes fiercely. Roaring with pleasure as I tremble around him, feeling himself ejaculate inside of me. My walls milking every drop outside of him as he groans, breathing heavily.

'Dios Mio!'

A strain of moans leaves my lips bathing in the sensation of being so full. His throbbing cock is still inside of me as I melt against him into a puddle of satisfaction. My h-heart won't s-survive if our sex life stays like th-this... I think as Matt hugs me tight against his chest while we both try to catch our breaths. It's too much... The aftershocks of my intense orgasm, make my body shudder involuntarily in his hold causing him to tremor as well.

A chuckle escapes his throat, the rumble sending another jolt through my bones since he's still buried inside of me causing me to moan breathlessly.

'Ahh-mhm!'

Matt's cock jerks in response as he gives me a cheeky grin. Showering my face with kisses as he slowly pulls himself out of me. The empty feeling draws a sigh from my lips, compelling him to come and give me a sweet kiss. One of his hands cups my butt as he cradles my face with the other, brushing away some strands of hair that are stuck against my damp skin.

'Te amo, hermosa...'

He whispers between a kiss, making my heart thunder in my chest. The gesture of his loving hands and soft sweet voice, speaking in Spanish leave me breathless. With my shaky fingers, I grab ahold of his face kissing him feverishly in response. He smiles against my lips, greedily returning my kiss as I breathe tugging at his lip.

'God, you're so damn sexy whenever you do that!'

He fights my mouth for dominance, winning easily since I'm still exhausted from our mad fucking session seconds ago. Delving his tongue inside my mouth, trying to take what's left of my soul before he pulls back. Biting down on my lip, in the same manner I did earlier as he groans.

'You're the one that's hot as hell... Dios Mio, I can't keep my hands away from you.'

I giggle softly, completely fine with that as I sling my arms around his neck pecking his lips once more. I brush my fingers through his seductive hair, studying his face lovingly while I murmur.

'I can't believe you're truly mine...'

He shoots me a cheeky grin, his fingertips caressing my jaw and cheekbones, making me lean into his touch. My own fingers track his features as well while I gaze at him and whisper with merit.

'This gorgeous specimen, Matteo Blackwell, is all mine... After all this time, I've finally got you all to myself. I still can't wrap my head around it.'

Matt laughs, his emerald eyes shining devilishly as he slips his hand from my ass between my legs. Not able to suppress a groan as he feels the mess pooling out between them and asks.

'This wasn't enough proof?'

It'll never be enough. I bite my lip, moaning as he softly pinches my swollen clit. My reaction entertains him even more as a grin stretches on his lips and he presses a finger inside of me while he swears.

'Fuck, you're soaked.'

A pleased growl rumbles in his chest before he pulls back out, coaxing another sound of pleasure from my mouth. Mmm~ a-ahh... He drags my body back against him, my tiny frame disappearing in his as I tangle my legs through his and he murmurs.

'It's real beautiful... And I'm never letting go of you again.'

I nod against his chest, tears of happiness forming in the corners of my eyes as I whisper.

'Me neither...'

He clutches me tight, smiling against the top of my head as he buries his nose in my hair. Even if I'm certain I must smell like a mixture of sweat and sex, he seems to relish in it as he inhales deeply. We stay like this for a few minutes, hugging each other closely while trailing fingers over the other's skin. This is the happiest moment of my life... I smile, kissing his chest as my fingers skim over the scar that's left from the bullet wound. Matt's muscles jerk slightly under my fingertips as I gently caress the skin before bending down and showering the marked skin with sweet kisses.

Matt leans back against the bed placing his arms behind his head, glancing over at me with a lazy smile on his lips as he says.

'I'm starting to like these scars... They cause you to shower me with even more attention.'

I can't help but giggle at his statement, pecking the crooked flesh once more as I mumble.

'They are a part of you, they made you who you are... And quite honestly, you've turned out to become a bloody stud!'

I trail my fingers one by one over his sturdy chest, climbing up to him like a lion making him chuckle lowly as I straddle him. Folding the sheets around us before I let my fingertips drift over every line of his tattooed goodness and murmur.

'You wouldn't have been the same without them, Matty. That's why I love them so much... I cherish them because they're the reason I'm so mad over heels for you today.'

He throws me a proud smirk, rubbing my thighs before giving a gentle slap across my ass while he murmurs with a hungry groan.

'Argh, you gotta stop acting so damn cute! Otherwise, I'm going to fuck your brains out all over again.'

I blush hard, biting my lip as I continue to tease his skin underneath my fingertips and whisper.

'I can think of worse things to spend my evening with than having you, over and over again...'

My husk voice draws another groan from his perfect smiling lips as he spanks me again, only harder. Fuck.

'Damn... Why do I get the feeling you're planning on keeping me captive in your bed for the rest of the night?'

He wiggles his eyebrows at the thought, but I keep up my act as I look at him condescendingly and snicker.

'Just tonight? You're not leaving my lair, period.'

'Hmmm... That sounds tempting!'

Matt chuckles as he pushes himself up. Wrapping his hands around me before easily lifting me in his arms as he stands up next to the bed. I quickly wrap my legs around his middle for support, the blanket covering us tumbling down onto the floor as he murmurs against my ear.

'Trust me, I'd love nothing more than to do just that... But I'm guessing you must be hungry for some food too and I ordered us pizzas over an hour ago. How about you go and freshen up? Because I'm pretty sure I just messed up that perfectly showered body of yours within a matter of minutes.'

'I am feeling sticky.'

I admit, my face burning with shame as I avoid his gaze and add.

'It feels like I'm dripping all over the floor...'

Matt barks a laugh, one of his hands slipping from my butt dangerously close to my core as he jokes with a longing voice.

'You probably are...'

His confirmation on the matter sets my cheeks even more ablaze while he puts me down inside the shower. His arms still wrapped around me until he's sure I won't stumble on my feet, my legs still feeling wobbly. I glance up at him trying to change the subject as I ask.

'What about you? You could use a shower too...'

I smirk, trailing my fingers down his damp body. His torso glistens against the bathroom's dimmed lights, accentuating every muscular line making my mouth water. Matt catches my hand bringing it up to his mouth, playfully biting in one of my fingers before he says.

'I'll go grab us our food and something to drink then I'll come and join you, alright?'

'Why not eat some dessert before dinner? Mmmh, together in the shower? Even if I get the impression that you joining in means that the entire idea of taking a shower would end up being rather ...pointless.'

I tell him with a sassy remark, throwing in a wink before I turn around. Driving my ass against his crotch, taunting him as I lazily stretch my limbs while turning on the shower. I can't help it I'm greedy. I grin while I fling my head to look over my shoulder when I hear Matt grumble something under his breath. Just in time to see him raise his hand before he slams it down against my ass-cheek making me yelp a moan. Oh, fuck! I groan, shivering from the tingling feeling. He gently rubs the spot he hit with the palm of his hand as he holds me captive with the fierce glimmer twinkling in his gorgeous eyes. Water splashes over my hollowed back as I brace my hands against the tiles, seeing a naughty grin spread on his lips as he notices how much this situation turns me on.

'Dirty little thing... You enjoy being punished, don't you?'

He groans as I shake my head in denial. His eyes shine wickedly as he discovers my legs are trembling with anticipation in contradiction to what my head is telling him. Okay, maybe I do... Without realizing I suck my breath as he raises his hand once more, smacking down his hand again. This time spanking me on the other side, only harder.

'Ahhh!'

I whine as he slams my body against the shower wall, pinning me down from behind as he growls.

'Lier.'

He flips my body around so now my ass and back are pressed against the cold tiles. The iciness working soothing against my red-stained skin, while my perked tits are squeezed firmly against his chest. Fuck, you're sexy! I grunt as I let my lewd eyes feast on him. A roguish expression fills his own as he stands underneath the showerhead in all his glory. Water rolls down his well-sculpted body as he murmurs.

'Now be a good girl and clean up, or I'll smack that little booty of yours so hard you won't be able to sit down in the morning.'

Sweet lord, that predicament doesn't even sound that bad right now... I think biting down on my lip, suppressing another moan from coming out. This is going to be a long night... I breathe, pressing my lips against his as we both stand underneath the streaming shower. Relishing in each other's company now that we've finally climbed our last hurdle...

***

'Did you get the pizza, or did Rebekah already eat everything?'

I ask dabbing my hair with my towel as I turn to look from my vanity to the door when I hear Matt's footsteps nearing the bedroom.

'Miraculously she didn't.'

Matt says, humor evident in his voice as he bends the corner and strolls up to me. Handing me a note that's stuck to the box while he chuckles.

'This explains why though.'

I look at him fumbled before turning my attention to the note, quickly scanning over it. *Don't need to be here to hear what's about to go down next... I'm at Ty's for the night! Already warned the others to stay clear of the house tonight as well. Enjoy ...your pizza. Xoxo Bhek's.*

'Oh my God, this is so embarrassing...'

I mumble placing down the note, my cheeks fiery red causing Matt to chuckle even harder as he says.

'Could've been worse... She could've heard your delicious screams just now instead?'

'Matt!'

I shriek mortified, looking back at him through the mirror. He shrugs his shoulders, a smug smile playing on his lips as he plops the pizza boxes on the bed and leans back against the nightstand while he mumbles.

'What? It's true. You weren't exactly quiet...'

He wiggles his eyebrows entertained, his cocky demeanor making me swear silently before I go back to drying my hair grumbling in the meantime.

'You sure as hell didn't seem to mind a second ago.'

'Mmmh, I most certainly didn't.'

He grins, his eyes sparkling with mischief. Dickhead. I mutter to myself as I continue drying my hair, incapable to wipe the smile off my face. I can feel Matt's gaze burning from behind me, watching my every move as I place down the towel and start gathering my hair in a loose bun. Unable to stop myself I steal a glance at him through the mirror. His eyes are watching me with such affection it steals my breath away, making me halt in my movements. Matt notices it too as his gaze catches mine, neither of us speaking up as I slowly finish my hair before dropping my hands onto my lap.

After the shower, he put on a pair of dark sweats that cling lowly onto his hips making him look even sexier than he normally is. God, if it were up to me this would be all you'd ever wear. I swoon, raking my eyes over his body. He crosses his arms as if trying to break my line of distraction, causing my eyes to travel back up to his ever so slowly. Relishing every piece of naked skin along the way, my eyes lingering over his bulging arms a little longer than I'm supposed to until my eyes catch his again. Okay, in hindsight maybe you do need a shirt... I think to myself as I absentmindedly lick my lips. It would be way too distracting if you were to go outside like that. I swallow adjusting the bathrobe around me feeling somehow exposed, even if I know the robe has nothing to do with that. Your jacket too. I add, knowing how handsome he looks in it. Acknowledging a part of me just wants to cover up as much of him as possible. If you were to go out looking like this it would mean I'd have to claw every girl's eyes out... I think, biting the inside of my cheek. The thought of other girls hitting on him enough to drive me mad with jealousy. You're mine. He smiles cockily as if he knows exactly what I'm thinking while he murmurs.

'Penny for your thoughts?'

I bite my lip, smiling in between while I avert my gaze and whisper.

'Just taking a mental note to never let you go outside looking like that...'

'...And why is that?'

He asks in a low voice as he walks up behind me in three large strides. His torso now perfectly captured in my mirror, almost causing me to groan before he bends down beside me and whispers amusedly.

'Answer me, beautiful...'

'Because girls would throw themselves at you...'

I whisper back, my eyes too distracted by his body to keep them focused on his. The grin on his lips only stretches further as he brushes his finger over my neck and exposed shoulder while he says.

'Hmm... And why would that be a problem? I'm yours, aren't I?'

His deft fingers cause me to shiver as I unintentionally tilt my head to the side and breathe.

'Y-Yes... But that doesn't mean I won't tear their h-heads off.'

Matt snorts delighted with my answer, kissing my temple while he plays with the trim of my bathrobe. Exposing a few of the dozens of hickeys he left all over my body, caressing them gently while he murmurs.

'Don't worry beautiful, you're the only woman I want.'

I can't help but sigh at his words and gestures, savoring his touch as he continues.

'I'm the one that's supposed to be worried.'

'Wh-Why's that?'

I ask breathlessly, not able to think straight. Only able to focus on Matt's gruff hands, stroking my body.

'Do you have any idea how bloody gorgeous you are? How hard it is not to freak out or go green with envy when you're on stage and thousands of guys are ogling you?'

'Th-They are?'

I ask almost confused, not sure I ever really noticed that before. Matt laughs at my response, crouching down as he turns my chair so I'm opposite of him while he chuckles rubbing my thighs.

'You're kidding, right? Lex, your famous~'

'So are you!'

I interrupt, folding my hands into his as a means to stop him from distracting me physically now that we're trying to have somewhat of a conversation.

'In my little piece of the world, maybe. But people recognize you from all over the planet. Girls wanna be you and guys wanna fuck you.'

He laughs almost mockingly. I softly kick his leg hearing his last remark, almost making him lose balance as he snorts.

'Babe, it's true. Don't get me wrong, you've got the most beautiful voice I've ever heard, but there are always going to be guys who just want you for your ...other assets.'

'Doesn't mean I'd let them.'

I mutter, crossing my arms and pouting my lip. My actions make Matt laugh once more as he pries my arms loose again so he can kiss my knuckles before delving between my legs. Hooking his arms around my waist, picking me up. The sudden movement makes me yelp and giggle in his hold as I quickly tangle my arms around him for support.

'You better not.'

Matt says, the possessive rumble in his tone of voice making me shudder against him while he carries me to the bed. He sits down on the edge with me still straddled on his lap as he kisses the corner of my mouth and mutters.

'But that still doesn't mean I have to like it when they're unclothing you with their eyes.'

'Good thing only you know what's hidden underneath then...'

I whisper huskily against his ear, earning a groan from him before I snatch a piece of pizza beside him. He laughs wholeheartedly, placing his hands behind him as he watches me lazily take a bite of the semi-warm slice still sitting on his lap while he murmurs with a grin.

'Yeah, a giant tease with a filthy mouth.'

'Mhm, you forgot to mention it turns you on like hell.'

I smirk, quirking a brow as I waft my slice past his nose. He shakes his head laughing before biting off a piece as he says.

'It sure does...'

His eyes capture mine after he swallows his bite. The fingers of one of his hands playing with the straps of my gown while he rasps in a low tone.

'But I can't deny how lucky I feel, knowing I'm the only one that gets to see this side of you. All of you...'

'Hah... And your sure that's a blessing, not a curse? I mean, you've seen all the ugliness too and still decided you wanted to bind yourself to me. Are you sure you won't get tired of me?'

I try to sound light about it, but the truth is it's the only fear I got left. What if you do get tired of me? I think now that my sex haze has settled down a bit, reality slapping me in the face and it's the only thing I can think about. All of the information and Matt's actions overwhelmed me to the point I hadn't even had the chance to wrap my mind around what all of this means. What if you haven't realized up until now how fucked up I really am and wanna back out? I lament, quickly biting off another piece of pepperoni pizza to keep myself occupied. It's like my mind somehow won't accept this happiness, scared to death it won't last. I won't be able to deal with that... I cringe, the thought alone enough to make me lose my appetite. With a trembling hand, I drop what's left of my slice back into the box. Matt quickly catches my hand before I'm able to pull back causing me to look up at him as he says his tone serious.

'Don't be ludicrous, nothing would change my mind about you... I love you, Lexi.'

He kisses the palm of my hand before laying it down over his chest, making me feel the frantic beating of his heart as he continues.

'I don't care how many times I need to repeat it. I love you! I love everything about you, you silly girl. I always have. Even when you're being impossible you make my heart somersault. I'm like a lovesick puppy when it comes to you... There's nothing you can do that'll ever change that. Like you said, even when I'm pissed off and you're yelling at me I find you arousing. Beautiful, I'm completely at your mercy and you don't even realize it.'

He murmurs adoringly, stroking his finger over my lip. I give it a playful bite, my mind still mesmerized by the thumping rhythm of his heart underneath my fingers while I whisper.

'I'm scared, Matty...'

Torment swirls in my eyes as I look up at him. I'm so damn terrified this is all too good to be true... I winge. Seeing this Matt grabs my neck, tugging me forward into a kiss. As soon as our lips collide I desperately cling to him, a single tear rolling down my cheek as he showers me with love. His lips are so sweet and gentle like he's trying to show me how much I mean to him instead of telling me with just words. I love you too... I whimper, as he tilts my head. His grasp on my neck is firm yet gentle at the same time while his other hand clamps my middle. Pressing me tightly against him while his mouth begs mine for access. I eagerly comply, opening my mouth with a quiet moan. God, you're a divine kisser. I groan as his tongue brushes against mine with deliberate soft strokes. I let my fingers skim over his face, enjoying the friction of his beard against my skin until he draws one of my hands away. Placing it back over his heart as he whispers in between kisses.

'Feel that? It only does that ... for you ... beautiful.'

He doesn't give me the time to respond, immediately delving in for another dazzling kiss. It feels like your heart is about to hammer out of your chest. I breathe, my fingers trembling vividly over his ribcage as I desperately cling to him with my other. Tightly grasping the back of his head as I try to burn the frantic rhythm into my memory.

'Every time you call out to me ... use my full name ... nicknames ... or curse at me ... it skips a beat.'

He continues to pant, fiercely plucking at my mouth. His hands brushing my face and hair as if I'm made out of glass while his green eyes keep me enchanted, flooding with adoration.

'You can ... turn me on ... with just a look ... leaving me ... completely ... utterly ... defenseless.'

He mutters, briefly digging my ass deeper against his groin making sure I feel his desire for me. I almost wonder how he can get hard so quickly after having had sex twice already, but my mind is too much of a jumble to really think about it as he works his way down with his mouth. Placing burning kisses all over my jaw and neck down to my shoulder as he tries to gather his breath in between.

'I'll be damned if I'd ever let go of you again.'

He growls against my skin, before gently sucking on the sensitive spot making me moan. Matt groans in reply, nibbling at the skin even more frantically. M-Matty... I shiver from the sensation, my hands madly tugging at him to break free, needing to see his face as I whimper.

'You honestly th-thought I didn't w-want you...'

It isn't a question, it's a fact. Matt gazes up at me his eyes now trembling with emotion as he clears his throat unable to react. All these years you were convinced I rejected you... I cower, a wave of anguish washing over me when I see the turmoil inside of him, knowing now I am the one responsible for it. The regret of never speaking up at the time is evident in my voice as I continue.

'We've both been living in misery because I never spoke up... I...'

I stammer, cradling his face in my hands not knowing where to begin. I should've told you... I mourn as he closes his eyes, basking in the touch of my fingers.

'You only went to Vegas because you thought I'd blown you off. I never should've let you leave like that, I should've...'

'No beautiful, don't go down that road.'

Matt says with a pained expression on his face, kissing the palm of my hand but I don't listen. Harshly shaking my head, determined to get this out. I have to tell you... I think, knowing I'm not the only one that needs the validation right now as I turn his face so he'll look at me and say.

'No, I need to get this out and it's your turn to listen. I should've fucking realized after the necklace something was wrong when you were suddenly running for the hills. Matty...'

I call out to him, wishing he would just look at me as he continues to squint his eyes.

'All this time... You had no idea... I was so heartbroken the thought never even crossed my mind you would be going through the same agony as me.'

There's a broken smile covering his gorgeous face as he's still forcing his eyes to stay shut like he won't trust himself enough to open them. I brush my nose past his, my trembling fingers dancing over his features as I whisper.

'I'm sorry for being so incredibly stupid. I'm sorry for not realizing it all this time. I'm so sorry for blaming you for my heartache, while I've carried the bloody answer with me all this time. I'm such an idiot! If I'd only taken a moment to study that necklace and would've found the engravings... Matty, I'm so sorry for hurting you like that!'

His hands tighten their grip around me, his breathing heavily while he twists his head in misery while I continue to wail.

'I'm so sorry for everything! Baby, you're the love of my life! When you'd left it felt like I'd lost the ability to breathe... My entire world fell apart and it took me years to even function properly. I swear if I'd known... If I'd figured out somewhere along the way you loved me too? I would've dropped everything to go and find you. Baby, please look at me...'

I grab his hand, placing it over my heart to show him we're one and the same. We're more alike than we'd ever been willing to admit. Our pain, our love for each other... We've both lived through the same hell in which the intensity of it had torn us apart, only neither of us had realized it until now. Matt's eyes fly open once he feels my throbbing heart hammering just as wildly as his. See? You do the same to me... I think as I smile at him. His emerald eyes glossed over as he looks at me, raw pain and pure tenderness mixed together as one. I brush my finger past the unshed tears underneath the corner of his eye, fighting the urge to cry myself as I breathe.

'Matteo Blackwell. I've been madly in love with you ever since I was a little girl. No part of me would ever wish you gone from my life... So please, no matter how oblivious or impossible I get ...never forget that. Baby, no matter what I say or don't say ...don't ever walk away from me again. I... I lost you once... I can't bear to lose you again!'

I admit, for the first time completely baring my soul to him. My heart would never recover from it if that were to happen again... He gives me a stiff nod, a single tear falling from the corner of his eye dripping onto my finger. A world without you doesn't exist for me. I quail as I give him a tender smile, my own eyes glimmering while he whispers in a broken voice.

'I know this was never your intention, beautiful. You don't think I've realized that ever since I got back? I've known for a while now because things didn't add up, especially after Ibiza... I just couldn't figure out how you could think I broke your heart.'

He huffs a sigh, blinking away the rest of his tears before he goes on in a somewhat steadier voice.

'Darling, I realized just how much you loved me after I got shot and you stayed with me. The nurses told me all about how you refused to eat or move, staying by my side every second until I woke up. The passionate way you were singing for me when I opened my eyes... Dios Mio, that confirmed my suspicions even more. You decided that staying with me was worth it, even after you found out about the mess I'd made.'

I bite my lip, not knowing how to respond as my cheeks flush crimson red. So you did hear the entire thing... I mumble quietly, thinking back about the lyrics I sang to him. The expression on my face must be saying it all since it makes Matt chuckle softly. I'm not sure whether to be mortified or even more lovestruck... I mumble as his fingers twitch against my skin, his eyes filled with adoration while he mumbles lovingly.

'I knew something wasn't right, knowing how crazy I was about you and getting the verification you were feeling the same way... I realized long ago some facts must've gotten mixed up, I just had to figure out what it was and how it happened. Now I know...'

I can't help but tilt my head, pain written on my features as I still feel guilty for letting this mess spin out of control like on such a horrific scale. I'm so sorry, Matty... I apologize with my eyes. But Matt quickly tries to take those worries away as he pecks my lips and whispers while stroking my back with his loose hand.

'I was never angry with you for how things went down, not even now I know the truth. I love you too much. I promise I'll never let go of you again, gorgeous. I didn't ask you to marry me on a whim, Lexi. I want to spend the rest of my life with you! I am yours as you are mine. The Bonnie to my Clyde...'

I chuckle softly at the reference before crashing my lips against his. My arms clasped around his shoulders as my heart continues to beat even more rapidly. Oh, thank fuck! I breathe as Matt smiles against my lips, his hand still glued to my chest as I press myself even harder against him and murmur between kisses.

'I love you too... The Clyde to my Bonnie...'