Truthful Lies by Heather Borger (the ebook reader .TXT) đ
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Blushing, Scott looked away quickly. She caught the expression in his eyes already, though. There would be no going back. He knew how tonight would end. Any other evening and heâd be hoping for it. But, tonight, he wanted to find a way to take her home and just go to sleep. She sat up straight in the passenger seat and adjusted her skirt. Heâd swear she pulled it up higher on her leg and left even more of her soft skin exposed. Her hair was pulled back off her shoulder and he imagined kissing her neck and the smell of her perfume. She wore his favorite tonight, no doubt expecting something major to happen. He only hoped she wasnât disappointed. One last glance at her and he started the car and pulled out of the lot.
After a brief drive, they arrived at the restaurant a few minutes later. He handed the keys to Meghan before getting quietly out of the car and proceeding toward the restaurant. She practically had to run around the car to catch up with him, a bit angered that he didnât wait for her.
âYou are still too quiet. I want to talk now. Whatâs bothering you?â Meghanâs request was so sincere. Scott almost forgot what had upset him earlier. He considered telling her, but quickly decided against it.
âNot now. Just enjoy dinner. Weâll talk about my day later.â He smiled unconvincingly and continued toward the door.
She noticed he didnât reach for her hand, so she walked up next to him and confidently took his.
It was a quiet dinner. Scott kept running the earlier conversation heâd overheard through his head, trying to determine if he had a reason to be upset. He fought with the internal conflict raging through him. He wanted to confront her tonight and know exactly where he stood, but one look into her blue eyes and he lost the resolve that was building. Maybe he should just try to forget what he heard. Meghan wondered what had upset Scott so much, never considering that it was her.
As dessert arrived, however, Meghan couldnât take the silence any longer, âOkay, Iâve waited all night, thinking you would begin to cheer up eventually, but you havenât. Tell me whatâs going on with you today.â
The impatience in her voice pushed him over the edge. âAre you sure you want to know?â
âYes.â It was clear she had no idea what she was about to hear.
Scott took a deep breath and began quietly, âWhy, exactly do you follow me all over the US?â
Meghan was taken aback by his tone. She stuttered as she began to answer, âI ⊠well ⊠I donât know. What does it matter why I follow you all over? I thought you enjoyed that I go with you!â
âI do enjoy it. But, why do you do it? For me? Just because you think I like it?â
âNo. I do it because I want to. I want to be with you.â
âDo you love me?â
Meghan gasped at his subtle accusation, âOf course I do! How could you even suggest that I donât love you?â
âMaybe I have reasons to believe you donât love me as much as I love you.ââš
Meghan looked down at her uneaten dessert. She had barely scraped the whipped cream off the top of her brownie sundae and hadnât yet touched the brownie itself. What made him doubt her? She needed to convince him again that she loved him.
Meghan placed her napkin on the table and stood. She reached out for Scottâs hand, âLetâs go.â
âWhy? You didnât finish your dessert yet.â Scottâs voice held a pained sarcasm.
âI think we need to talk. You sound like you need a bit of convincing.â
To his surprise, Meghan no longer seem put off by his question. Instead, she appeared to be motivated to convince him he was wrong to question her. For a brief moment, Scott wondered himself if he was wrong to doubt her.
***
Meghan took Scottâs hand once they were outside the restaurant. She led him toward the car and gently caressed his arm as she gave him back the keys and climbed inside. Once seated, she turned toward him and began speaking immediately. Wanton desire was evident in her seductive voice, âScotty, tell me what in the world would ever make you doubt me?â She pulled herself up next to him in the car and he felt his heartbeat intensify.
Scott spoke clearly, afraid of being misunderstood, âI never doubted you - until today.â He tried to continue, but couldnât find the words. Besides the familiar smell of Meghan so close and the warmth of her breath against his neck as she leaned in even closer, pulling herself onto his lap, he couldnât even remember what he was trying to say.
âIf Iâve done something to make you doubt me, then I guess I have my work cut out for me tonight.â Her tongue began tracing the side of Scottâs neck, but he didnât allow her the time it would take to get to his mouth. Scott grabbed the back of Meghanâs head and pulled her face upward to begin kissing her. Losing control of his resolve, he gave in to his desires and stopped only to offer the suggestion that they get back to his RV immediately.
Meghan nodded, traced the outline of his lips with a finger, and lowered herself back into her own seat on the passenger side of the car. Positioning herself sideways against the door, she couldnât take her eyes off Scott. He was selfless, loving, and passionate; he was everything a woman could possibly want in a man. Except that in return for all his love and undivided attention, he expected a loyal, faithful, devoted woman. And Meghan had no desire to be faithful or loyal. Up to this point, however, Scott didnât appear to be aware of her deceitful ways. Tonight Meghan began to wonder if she had somehow been caught. She would need to prove to Scott that whatever he thought he uncovered about her, he was wrong.
Scott considered stopping at Tyâs room before going home, but when he looked at Meghan to mention it, he knew heâd never last that long. They parked the car and she hopped out, ran around to meet him, and reached for his hand to pull him along inside.
âNow what can I do for you tonight?â Her voice hinted that she already knew the answer to the question, but asked it just to see him blush.
Scott pulled her close and reached his hands around under her shirt. She instantly assisted him and pulled it off quickly. Her skirt found itâs way to the floor simultaneously as she kicked off her black heels and allowed herself to be lowered onto the couch in one fluid motion. This time it was Scott searching her neck for signs of her surrendering mouth and she gave in to him readily. As she traced the muscles along his bare back with her hands, and felt the pleasure he was capable of, Meghan acknowledged that he was well worth the minor inconvenience of hiding her infidelities.
Scott couldnât help but give in to all that his body needed. He wanted her and she was eager to prove that she wanted him as well. How could this wonderful woman possibly be hiding something so terrible from him? Letting go of his reservations about any deception, Scott gave in to her completely and allowed himself to be taken by Meghan without further question.
***
She was gone in the morning when Scott woke. It wasnât unusual, however. Meghan loved her morning run even in the frigid cold of Alaska. Scott got up and started breakfast for both of them; placing his famous egg casserole in the oven, he wrote a quick note, and left to visit Ty.
The quiet knock at the door didnât surprise Ty, he knew Scott would be back in the morning.
Ty opened the door unsure of what news Scott might be sharing, âHey, how are you?â
âGood. How âbout you?â
âIâm doing well. How did your evening go?â Ty looked at Scott hesitantly, hoping that the smile on his friendâs face wouldnât fade.
Scott stuttered, âIt was, um, very nice.â He couldnât hide the shy smirk that gave away much more than he would normally divulge.
Ty smiled in understanding. âI see. So, youâre back for something?â
Scott nodded, still trying unsuccessfully to hide the smirk. He straightened a little before turning back to face Ty. âDo you think itâs possible that she didnât mean the things I heard her say last night?â
Ty didnât want to give false hope, but he couldnât help it; he hadnât expected the question and was caught off guard. âYeah. Iâm sure she could have just been trying to sound tough around everyone.â He paused to consider his next words before continuing, âSo I guess you didnât ask her about it?â
Scott became embarrassed to admit that he couldnât resist Meghanâs advances long enough to confront her. âI tried.â He found himself looking out the window again. âI couldnât. As soon as I brought it up, I felt foolish. I mean, Iâve never doubted her before, and she didnât even flinch when I mentioned doubting her. Youâd think if Iâd called her out on something legitimate, she would have gotten defensive, or upset, or something. But she didnât. If I didnât know better, Iâd think she felt offended that Iâd even consider that I shouldnât trust her.â
âWell then. There you have it.â Ty patted Scott on the shoulder and handed him the small black box. âGo back home. Iâm sure sheâs waiting for you.â
Scott smiled. âYeah.â He paused at the door and turned back, âHey, thanks, Ty. Iâll let you know how it goes.â Holding up the box he turned to go.
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