Page 124 of Rookie Attraction

“As much as I want that,” he replies in a shaky voice. “I think my legs might give out.”

“A strong athlete like you?”

“You make my knees weak.”

I don’t know if he realizes what he’s saying, but my heart gives that big flutter again.

“My offer to help you to bed still stands,” I tease and kiss his ass one more time before standing up. “But tomorrow⁠—”

“If that’s what you want, if you’re ready for it, yes.”

I grab the bodywash and briskly clean myself up. Sel’s not the only one feeling lightheaded. When he turns around, despite my hard-on, it’s clear that tomorrow is the better idea. Both of us are wiped after practice and two rounds of sex. We have a game in two days. And I’m still wrapping my head around the fact that this is my reality.

I shut off the shower and Sel throws me a towel. Once we’re dry, I grab his ass and walk him backwards toward the bedroom.

“Okay, I approve of your offer to help me,” he quips.

I have no idea what time it is, but when I playfully push him onto the bed, he rolls over onto his side and I take my place behind him. When I spoon him, sliding my arm around his waist, he makes a soft humming sound.

“I should’ve changed the sheets,” Sel mumbles.

“Too tired,” I whisper in return, kissing his neck. “Sleep now.”

When I come to, the sun’s peeking through the blinds. My body aches in the best way and I glance around to make sure I’m not dreaming anymore. I open my eyes to find Sel slowly peeling back the sheet, trying to be stealthy. Before he can make another move, I pounce on him. His surprised chuckle is the best sound to wake up to.

“Whatcha doing?” I ask playfully, brushing back a lock of his wavy hair.

He looks relaxed and rested.

“Well, Dimples.” He smirks and massages my ass. “I was trying not to wake you so I could make breakfast for us. Or lunch, since it’s almost noon.”

“Nope. I lost the bet last night, so it’s my turn to cook.”

His hands trail up my back, my neck, until he cups my face.

“But I want to take care of you,” he whispers in a husky tone.

My heart does a silly little dance in my chest.

“How about we take care of each other?”

“Sensitive, smart, and beautiful.” Sel grins. “I didn’t realize how much I could learn from a rookie.”

I pinch his hip, and he squirms.

“Smart-ass Sel is back.” I grin. “That’s my Wolfie.”

“Wolfie?”

“Yeah, like the story behind your tattoo. Boy, do you need caffeine or what?” I tease.

Sel flips me over and retaliates by licking my nipples.

“Oh God.”

My moan is loud.

Unfortunately, my stomach chooses that moment to growl.