“Where do you think you’re going?” Liam asked her drowsily.
“I need to finish getting packed.”
Liam cracked one eye open and glanced at his wrist watch and groaned. “It’s only six in the morning woman. I think packing can wait.”
“But we need to leave soon.”
“We still have some time.” He settled her tighter against his chest and breathed in her cinnamon scent. His erection bobbed, begging for attention.
“Well now that we’re both up what do you suggest we do since you won’t let me pack?” Cora glanced down and saw the comforter beginning to tent.
“I can think of a few things?” Liam husked as he pulled Cora over his chest.
“Only a few? How disappointing.” Cora smiled as she straddled him and slid up and down his erection.
“You won’t be disappointed here in a minute.” He promised as he placed his hands on her hips and thrust up into her. This was already turning into a fantastic morning.
An hour later Cora was finished showering and packing. Liam had left when she went to shower so he could go for a run. He said if he stayed any longer he might take her in the shower. As tempting as it was if they went another round they would be late to Aaron’s and then late for the plane to take them to God knew where. So, Cora used her quiet time to finish packing. Cora looked around her house and felt a sense of melancholy come over her. It was just a house but it meant so much more to her. Her grandparents had built on the land when they first married in 1948 and built everything by hand. She could see her grandmother’s personal touches in every room. When her grandmother willed it to her ten years ago, she had been shocked. Her grandmother knew Cora needed her own space, and a place she could finally put down roots, but couldn’t afford anything. This house was perfect for her. It made her feel closer to her grandmother, and gave her the freedom to do the work she loved. She hated leaving it, even if it was for a few days or weeks.
“What’s that look for?” Liam asked her from the doorway.
Cora jumped at his sudden appearance. “I was just thinking how much I’ll miss this house.”
Liam walked up to her and enfolded her in his arms. “It’s only for a short time. As soon as I get back, you can move back in. Just remember it’s temporary.”
“I know It’s foolish. It’s only a house, but it means so much more to me.”
“And it will be here when you get back. I’ll grab a quick shower, and we’ll go. I’m sure Hannah’s dying to see you.” Liam kissed her on the forehead, and went upstairs.
Cora didn’t feel so certain about that. Once Hannah knew of her connection to Alejandro, Hannah might wish for Cora to go back to her house. Then again Hannah never ceased to amaze her. She was glad to get some alone time with Hannah while the boys were gone. She had never had a girlfriend until Hannah, and they had become fast friends. Cora valued her friendship. Hannah was always honest with her. It would give Cora a chance to really think about her situation with Liam. While she loved him, she didn’t know if he could ever love her in return. In all their time together, he had never once told her. Sharing his secret meant a lot to her, but it didn’t honestly mean that he loved her. She didn’t know if she was strong enough to carry both their love. She had a lot to think about while Liam was gone.
Before Cora knew it, Liam was showered and dressed, and they were headed for Aaron’s. He lived a few miles away from the base on several acres that he kept closely monitored. High stone walls surrounded the property and Aaron had security cameras on every corner. Liam pulled in front of the gate and had to punch in a code and do a retinal scan. As the gate opened a snort escaped Cora.
“What’s so funny?” Liam asked as they pulled up the long driveway.
“I was just seeing the poor deliveryman having to deliver packages here and having to go through all that.”
Liam chuckled at the thought. “I guess it’s a good thing then that he picks up everything he needs on base and things that do need to be shipped end up in front of the gate.
“Doesn’t he worry about people stealing stuff?”
“Look where he lives, sweetheart. No one lives out here, and he has so many security cameras that if someone did steal from him, he would find them quickly.”
Good point.
They got out of the car, and Liam carried Cora’s duffel and took her hand as they walked up the steps to his two-story house. The house itself wasn’t much to look at. Chipped and faded white paint with blue shutters. The front porch was missing a few floorboards. It was a far cry from her home.
Liam leaned down to whisper in her ear. “Just remember, it’s only for a few days.” He said, as if reading her thoughts.
Cora smiled and turned to face Liam. How had he known what she was thinking? She gave him a brief kiss before Liam rang the doorbell. Aaron answered immediately as if he had been waiting for them. He probably had been watching them on the security cameras he had located all over the property.
“Glad you made it, Cora. Come on it. I’ll give you a quick tour then we have to go.”
“I don’t want you to have to rush,” Cora assured him. “I’m sure Hannah can tell me where
