A Cowboy's Honor (The McGavin Brothers #2) Read online

  “I didn’t think so, either, until you took off your pants.”

  His smile held a trace of male pride. “I’m glad you’re not disappointed.”

  “Only if this means we can’t do it because you need a woman with more room.”

  “Give me a little time and I’ll make room. The condoms are tucked behind the pillows. I’d be obliged if you’d fetch them.”

  “Will a condom compress you so you’re smaller?” She crawled to the front of the truck bed and found the package. “That would be good.”

  “I’m afraid condoms don’t work that way. If they did, men would never use them. Listen, I promise this will turn out better than you think. If you’re as excited as I am, you’ll be very wet. I’ll slide right in.”

  “I’ve noticed I’m kind of juicy.”

  “Good.” He took the package she handed him and opened it. “I can help you with that.”

  “How?”

  “Oral sex. Wasn’t that in your books?”

  Her heart beat faster. “You mean when the man puts his head between her legs?”

  “Uh-huh.”

  “Would you want to?”

  “I would love to. That would be a good way to start, so I know you’ve had an orgasm.” He opened one of the envelopes and rolled on the condom.

  The condom fascinated her, too. “I’ve considered giving myself an orgasm.”

  “But you haven’t?”

  “No. It didn’t seem important until I started reading those books, and then I really wanted my first one to be with a man.”

  His gaze held hers. “Then we’re going to make that happen.” Putting his bare foot on the bumper, he pulled himself into her space.

  He took up a lot of it, too. She couldn’t understand how a naked man could seem so much larger than one who was dressed, but Cody appeared huge when he joined her in the camper shell, and not just because he had such a large cock. Maybe it was all that muscle revealed instead of covered by a shirt and jeans. She wanted to touch him, but being this close to a naked man was so out of her experience that she didn’t know where to begin.

  She threw herself on his mercy. “Tell me what to do. I’m not sure how this is supposed to go.”

  Turning toward her, he gathered her close, skin against skin. “You’re not supposed to know.” Carefully he laid her down on the soft blanket. “I am.”

  Her body hummed with excitement as she waited for him to close the tailgate and the back window.

  He retrieved the lantern and set it in the corner near her head. “Is that light in your eyes?”

  “No.” She gazed up at him. “Thank you for bringing it. I didn’t want my first time to be in the dark, although I didn’t know that until now.”

  “I was hoping you’d feel that way.” Leaning down, he feathered a kiss over her mouth. “Now lie back and let me love you. If I do anything you don’t like, tell me. Otherwise, relax and let it happen.”

  “That’s easy.”

  He stroked a finger over her cheek. “Easy is how I want it for you. As for me, I get to explore. And find out if you have freckles in interesting places.”

  “I have freckles in various places, but I don’t think they’re interesting.”

  “They are to me.” He kissed the tip of her nose, the edge of her chin, and each earlobe.

  “Are you still crazed with lust?”

  “Yes.”

  “Then you should relieve the pressure. We can mess around later.”

  “I want to mess around now.”

  “But—”

  “Shush, Faith. This is your first time. Revel in it.” And he began a lazy journey down her body.

  She’d never felt anything to compare with being kissed all over by Cody McGavin. She doubted he missed a single inch, and he paid special attention to her breasts, which turned out to be very sensitive. He even insisted that she roll over so he could leave a trail of kisses down her spine, over her shoulder blades, and on her bottom. He nipped her there, too, because he said he couldn’t help it.

  He pressed his lips to the backs of her knees and the soles of her feet. He dipped his tongue into her belly button and licked between her toes. With every moment, she grew hotter and more restless. She’d been worried that he wouldn’t fit, but the longer he delayed, the less she worried and the more she wanted him to try and make that magical connection that the books talked about.

  Her pulse raced and her body writhed against the blanket. “Are you still crazed by lust?” she asked in desperation.

  “Yes.”

  “Then do it!”

  “Not yet.” He kissed his way along her inner thigh.

  She trembled when she figured out where he would end up. Then he placed his mouth against the very part of her that throbbed with wanting him. She couldn’t imagine this would help the situation, but then he began to nuzzle and lick her there. Okay, maybe she’d been mistaken. What he was doing felt amazing.

  But she wasn’t sure about the sensations in her body. She began to pant. “Cody!”

  “What?”

  “I feel like there’s a spring tightening inside me! Is that normal?”

  “It’s normal. You’re going to come.” He went back to working magic with his mouth and tongue.

  “Cody!”

  “What?”

  “There’s so much pressure! Like I’m going to explode!”

  His soft chuckle warmed her damp skin. “Then explode, Faith. Let go.” And he pushed deeper, cupping her bottom in both hands and opening her to his sweet assault.

  When it happened, when the tremors began and the spasms rolled through her, she wondered if she was going to die. It was that strong. But even though she cried out, he didn’t seem concerned. He just held her tight and murmured soft words that tickled the sensitive skin of her inner thighs.

  The sensations gradually slowed and then stopped. He slid up her sweat-soaked body and kissed her. “Congratulations.”

  “That was it?”

  “That was it.”

  “I loved it.”

  “Knew you would.”

  “What’s next?”

  He gazed into her eyes. “We could stop now and pick up again tomorrow night.”

  “And leave you in your crazed lust condition?”

  “I can manage.”

  “Manage with me. Let’s see if you fit.”

  His cheek dented in a half smile. “I don’t have a doubt in the world, but I don’t want to overload your circuits.”

  “You won’t. This is the night. It’s supposed to happen now. I can feel it.”

  He studied her for several long seconds. “Okay. But I want you on top, so you can control everything.”

  “But I don’t know what I’m doing.”

  “You might be surprised. You know more than you think.” After giving her a slow, lingering kiss, he stretched out on his back. “Riding is what you do. Climb on.”

  She pushed herself to a sitting position and surveyed the impressive expanse of male beauty that was Cody McGavin. “I’m totally intimidated. You’re an amazing specimen and I’m not experienced enough to take charge of your pleasure.”

  “You’re taking charge of yours. Mine’s not the critical part of this.”

  “But I want you to have fun, too.”

  “I will. I’m already having a blast. You reduced me to a mass of throbbing hormones just by taking off your jacket.”

  “That still blows me away. I sleep in that kind of outfit all summer. There’s no lace, no ribbons, no peek-a-boo cutout. It’s basic and uninteresting.”

  “Until you put it on this body.” He cupped her breast and brushed his thumb over her nipple. “Then that basic outfit becomes dynamite.”

  “Totally unplanned.” His touch created tension low in her belly, and now she knew where that could lead. She wanted that feeling again. “I had no idea you’d show up.”

  “That’s what makes it special. You weren’t trying to drive me insane. This is the real
you, and you’re sexy as hell.”

  “I doubt it, but tonight I feel that way.”

  “Then prove it. Take what you need from me.”

  “And give you what you need?”

  He smiled. “You will, without even trying.”

  “Here goes nothing.” She rose to her knees and straddled his hips.

  “Here goes something. Something wonderful.” He gazed up at her. “I love this view.” He arranged her hair over her breasts. “Lady Godiva.”

  “Mm.” She didn’t have the breath or the brain power to make conversation. His cock rising between her legs was a stirring sight, but she couldn’t possibly take it all in.

  “Just get started,” he murmured.

  “Can I grab hold?”

  “Sure.”

  “I won’t hurt you?”

  “No.”

  Once she got a grip, she marveled at how hard he was. And warm. Even if she only managed halfway, that would still feel good. She braced her other hand on his chest for balance and glanced at his face. His jaw was clenched. “Are you sure I’m not hurting you?”

  He choked out a laugh. “You’re not.”

  “Then why do you look so fierce?”

  “Trying not to come.”

  “Oh. I should get started.”

  “Take your time.”

  She didn’t think he meant that. He sounded like a man under considerable strain. Holding his cock firmly, she lowered her hips. As he’d predicted, the blunt tip slid in easily, but she paused to take a breath. The fit was snug, but she immediately felt the advantage of that. The tension in her body ramped up about a thousand percent. Now that she was anchored, she put her other hand on his chest.

  He gazed up at her. “How’re you doing?”

  “Good.” She swallowed. “Even if I can’t go all the way, I can make you happy, right?”

  “You’re making me happy, now.”

  She smiled. “You sound gravelly.”

  “You sound breathless.”

  “It’s a big moment.”

  “It is.” He cupped her cheek.

  “And you have a big—”

  “How do you know?” He gave her a wicked grin. “Maybe I’m on the lower end of the scale.”

  “If that’s true, then God help the women of the world.”

  “It’s not true. I’m teasing you. Trying to help you relax.”

  “I figured. Okay, I’m moving down some more.” As she did, she closed her eyes because she wanted to concentrate on the sensations rocketing through her body. Heat and friction were a powerful combination. She liked this. No, she didn’t just like it. She loved it.

  His deep groan prompted her to check out how he was doing. His eyes were squeezed shut and he’d grabbed a handful of the blanket in each fist. She was torturing the poor guy, just like he’d said.

  When she glanced down, she was surprised to see that she was almost there. Imagine that. The sight of them joined together filled her with an elemental urge so strong and compelling that she couldn’t resist. Time to go for it. With a soft cry, she plunged the rest of the way. The sudden movement touched off her orgasm.

  Gasping, she leaned forward, hands braced on his sweat-slick chest as waves of pleasure rolled through her. His big hands clutched her bottom and he held her tight against him. His hips bucked once and he yelled real loud. She’d never heard a man come before, but quite likely she just had.

  No telling how long they stayed like that, each of them shaking and struggling to breathe. But at least her heartbeat slowed to a semi-normal pace. Her hair had fallen forward, curtaining her face. Tucking it behind her ears, she peeked down at him.

  He was watching her, his expression intense. “Are you okay?”

  “No.”

  Distress clouded his eyes. “Oh, Faith, I—”

  “I’m way more than okay! I’m feeling fabulous! Incredible! That was the best thing that’s ever happened to me!”

  “Yeah?” His broad smile made the corners of his eyes crinkle. “No pain?”

  “Not a bit. Cody, I can’t thank you enough. I’m only sorry that it was so boring for you.”

  “Are you kidding?”

  “I can’t believe you had any fun. In my books, there’s all this thrusting going on and you didn’t get to do any of that.”

  He chuckled. “Seems as if I don’t need all that thrusting. This was the best climax I’ve ever had.”

  She studied him. “Don’t just say that to make me feel better.”

  “It’s the truth. But we can try some thrusting tomorrow night, if you want.”

  Joy spread through her like sunshine. “You want to do this some more?”

  “I’d like that a lot.”

  “How about now? I mean, you fit. It’s tight, but you do, so—”

  “I’m tempted, but you’ll be happier if we wait. I’d never forgive myself if I made you sore because we overdid it the first time.”

  “I would forgive you.” Leaning down, she brushed her sensitized nipples over his chest because it felt really good. “I think we should try it again, only with thrusting.”

  “Faith Underwood, are you seducing me?”

  “I don’t know how.”

  “Are you sure? Because you’re doing it.”

  “I am?”

  “Yes, you are. Using that husky tone of voice, talking dirty, rubbing your breasts against me while giving me a smokin’ hot look with those big green eyes. That’s seduction.”

  “Well, put feathers in my hair and call me a dust mop! I had no idea I was seducing you. Then are we staying?”

  “No.” He grinned at her. “But you’re welcome to try that routine another time.”

  “All righty, I will.” She’d always thought seduction was complicated, something she’d have to learn and practice before she’d be good at it. Apparently not.

  Chapter Seven

  Cody walked Faith home, his arm wrapped securely around her shoulders. When no lights shone from inside the house, he was relieved. He hadn’t really expected her dad to be waiting on the porch with a shotgun, but it wasn’t every day that a guy eliminated the virginal status of a man’s only daughter. Most fathers wouldn’t believe it was her idea, either.

  She asked him to stop walking when they were still several yards from the front porch. “I want to kiss you goodnight, so let’s stay in the shadows, just in case. Then I’ll go on alone.”

  “Works for me. I don’t have any wish to speak with your dad tonight.”

  “He wouldn’t be mean about it.” She turned into his arms. “But he has no experience with this and he wouldn’t know what to do or say. I’m sure he’s mentally blocked any thoughts that I might someday have sex.”

  Cody found that hard to believe, but kept his mouth shut. “Then let’s not traumatize the poor guy.” He drew her close. “One kiss and I’m leaving. It’ll be dawn before you know it.”

  “And I’ll see you at the ranch.”

  “Yeah, I hadn’t given that much thought. I’ll need to be careful. My family is way too observant and I tend to show what I’m feeling.”

  “But you’ll be busy getting ready for your trip. You won’t be around much.”

  “I’d expected to be busy, but if I take Bert, that’s one big issue solved. Buying a horse, or even finding the right one to rent, was going to take time.”

  She wound her arms around his neck and gazed up at him. “What about a trailer? I know you don’t want that big one the ranch has.”

  “I’ll buy one. Zane gave me a couple of leads to check out. I can do that tomorrow.”

  “So looking for trailers takes care of one day. What else?”

  “Not much. Make sure my camera’s in working order, buy food. Theoretically, once I find the right trailer, I could leave soon after that.”

  “Oh.” She packed a lot of disappointment into that one syllable.

  His heart squeezed. “I’m picky about trailers, though. I have a feeling I won’t find the ri
ght one for quite a while. Could take me at least ten or twelve days of looking.”

  “You’d stall on the trailer because of me?”

  “You sound surprised.” He slipped his hand under her jacket and rubbed the small of her back. Clearly she wasn’t used to people accommodating her needs.

  “But aren’t you eager to start your trip? Kendra said you’ve been planning it since high school.”

  “I’m very eager to start the trip, but I’m not a fool.” He wished he could see her expression and she could see his, but they’d moved away from the light. “If a hot woman makes a special request, I’m more than happy to wait a few days.”

  “That’s gracious of you, but I don’t want to hold up the adventure you’ve dreamed of for ten years.”

  He smiled. “Trying to get rid of me?”

  “Of course not, but your trip is important.”

  “So is spending time with you.”

  She hesitated, as if marshaling more arguments.

  “I want to stay,” he murmured. “Can you accept that?”

  She took a deep breath. “Yes, okay. But I’m honored, Cody. Truly, I am.”

  “I’m the one who’s honored.” Tipping his head to avoid hitting her with the brim of his hat, he leaned down and touched his mouth to hers.

  With a little whimper, she pulled him into a deeper kiss and in no time tongues were involved.

  He hadn’t meant to let that happen, but she was turning into a very good kisser. She’d also learned to rub against him until she got the effect he knew she was going for, a bulge in his jeans. He lifted his mouth a fraction from hers. “Stop that.”

  “I like seducing you.”

  “I can tell. But this isn’t the time or the place.”

  “Are you crazy with lust?”

  “Yes.”

  “Good. Me, too.” She wiggled out of his arms. “See you tomorrow.”

  “Don’t be offended if I avoid you like the plague.”

  “You can’t be obvious about it. That will look suspicious.”

  “Then I’ll make damned sure we’re never alone.” He had visions of backing her into a vacant stall and tossing her down on a bed of straw.

  “Oh, for heaven’s sake. It’s not like I’ll be prancing around in a tank top and sleep shorts. I’ll look like I always do. You’ll be able to resist me.” She backed out of the shadows and moonlight fell on her unbound hair.