Epilogue

As Parker stood at the edge of the pool with a towel wrapped around her, she smiled as Maverick swam under the water, barely making waves. When he came up, he shook his head to get the water out of his hair, then glanced around. He grinned when he saw her.

"Are you coming in?"

"Yes," she said and dropped the towel to reveal her naked body.

"Son of a bitch," he said, making her laugh.

"I figured I'd get brave and skinny dip with you." She walked down the steps then swam toward him.

When she reached him, he kissed her lips then her forehead.

"You are the bravest and strongest woman I know. I even told your dad that."

"You did?"

"Yes, when we were in the kitchen together. You have been through so much in your life and you keep going. I'm so proud of you for being that way."

Parker blinked back tears. "Thank you. Just don't you ever leave me, Maverick Whitacre. Do you hear me? Because you will piss me off if you do."

"Well, since I know that temper of yours, I'll make sure to stay by your side for the rest of my life."

She laughed. "Deal. Are you ready for our parents to meet?"

"I am. Are you? "

"Yes, I think they'll love each other. They're all so wonderful."

"Yeah, they are." He gazed into her eyes. "When do you want to get married?"

"Next August."

"Whenever you say."

"You're so easy."

"Only with you, sweetheart. Only with you."

They spent the rest of the day swimming, and lounging by the pool, until the sun began to set, then they entered the house.

Maverick took her hand, led her to the bathroom, where he turned the shower on.

"We should wash the chlorine out of our hair," he said as he stepped into the stall and held her hand while she did the same.

They both ducked their heads under the spray and wet their hair, then he squirted shampoo into his hand and washed her hair. She smiled at him.

"I love you," she said.

"I love you too. Rinse," he said, making her laugh.

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After Maverick washed his own hair, he soaped up his hands, and began to wash her body. Parker glanced down then into his eyes.

"Are you sure washing me is a good idea?" She raised an eyebrow.

"Of course, I do. Besides, I thought you loved shower sex?"

She touched his cheek. "I love sex anywhere with you. "

He slid his hand between her legs and moved his finger along her slit.

"You're wet and it's not from the shower, sweetheart."

"It's from you. All you have to do is look at me."

He stared into her eyes as he lifted her up, putting her back against the wall. She wrapped her legs around his waist.

As Maverick's fingers moved along her slit, Parker let out a soft moan. It was as if his touch was just a small, teasing taste to whet their appetite for the erotic delights still to come.

Desire built into an almost unbearable crescendo, as their lips found each other in a passionate collision while his throbbing cock teased her, before sliding deep inside. She tightened her legs around him as he filled her with deliberate, stimulating strokes.

Their breaths mingled, hot and heavy in the steamy shower, as Parker gasped with every inward thrust and groans escaped Maverick's lips. Her nails dug into his back, simultaneously adding urgency and reminding them of their physical connection.

Maverick pressed deeper into her as her breathing quickened and he knew she was going to come. Her muscles tensed and quivered in anticipation of her impending orgasm as she clung tighter to him. Hot whispers of deprivation and satisfaction fluttered between them, adding fuel to their fire.

"I want to feel you come, sweetheart," Maverick growled into her ear as he rocked into her with purposeful intent.

She trembled as her orgasm coursed through her, engulfing them both. Maverick groaned low in his throat as their senses were enveloped in ecstasy, and he came hard. They shared one final, desperate kiss, sealing their unforgettable erotic adventure.

Lingering still, Maverick gently kissed her neck and whispered into her ear, "I will never get enough of you."

"I hope not. I know I'll never get enough of you." She kissed his cheek.

He let her legs down but held onto her so she wouldn't fall. He stared into her eyes and knew he'd love her as long as he drew a breath. He knew there would never be another woman in his life. Parker was it. The only one he'd ever want, and if they were together for a hundred years, it still wouldn't be long enough.

* * * The End * * *