Rivals In Love (Love In Montana Book 4)

Running away from her inner voice, Georgia tried to not to delve into her feelings throughout the night. She had gone through what Ryan had sent her again and again, not knowing what she was searching for within those notes. Afterwards she returned home when Phil came over to relieve her.  

The next morning, her aunt Dorothy coaxed her not to skip classes, and Georgia gave in. With her aunt and Cameron taking turns to look after her mom and Phil and Brian taking care of her dad at home, Georgia was free to go to college. 

Throughout the way, she tried to control the excitement coursing through her body at the prospect of being able to meet Ryan. She reasoned in her head that there was no reason for her to get excited since the kiss that they had shared was just a one time thing. It would never be repeated. She would never let it happen again. It was best that they didn't take this feeling forward. No one needed more complications in their lives. With those resolutions, she parked her car and walked into the campus. 

The moment she saw Ryan looking hot in a black figure hugging pair of jeans and a matching denim shirt with his sleeves folded, her heart again started beating faster and faster. He rushed over to her and with a grin on his face, stared directly into her hazel eyes. 

"I'm so glad that you came, Georgia, " he said, taking her in completely from head to foot. Georgia could see the approval in his eyes and she was glad that she took a little effort to dress up. She knew that the red top and the jeans that she wore made her look quite good. 

"Aunt Dorothy wanted me to," said Georgia, trying to make it sound casual. She didn't want him to get the hope that she had come to the college because of him. Although it was the truth, it was better that they didn't acknowledge it. 

"Didn't you want to come to college and meet me? I was waiting to see you today," said Ryan, feeling a little snubbed. Georgia shook her head.

"I came to attend the classes. By the way thanks a lot for your help," she said with a shrug. She didn't want him to get any hope about them. 

Ryan stared at her with disbelief. "You came just to attend your classes, right," he said, turning to go.  "But just a simple thank you isn't acceptable, Georgia. I need a treat, " he shrugged, saying it over his shoulders before walking away. Georgia gaped at his retreating back. What did he mean by not accepting a simple thank you? What treat did he want? Rolling her eyes, she followed him to her class. Ryan was getting more and more impossible day by day and under the circumstances, it would be difficult for her to stick to her resolutions. Her heart was already jumping with joy thinking about the treat that he needed. She tried to focus but her mind too wasn't cooperating, going back to sinful thoughts of the kiss that she had shared with him. 

Throughout the class, she was aware of Ryan's hot stare fixed upon her. Finally the classes were over for the day and Macy excitedly started telling her about her trip to Canada. Georgia listened half-heartedly as her mind was on Ryan, who paced restlessly right in front of her while his friends chuckled at his state. Finally Macy went to the library and Ryan strode determinedly towards her. Before Georgia could react, he caught her wrist and started dragging her to the parking area.

"Why are you in such a rush?" She asked with a puzzled look on her face. 

Ryan didn't answer till they reached her car. "You're coming with me to Alpine. We'll cover the next topic quickly, " he told her. Georgia nodded and climbed into her car while Ryan strode off towards his. As she drove towards Alpine Dairy Farm with Ryan following her closely, she had the feeling that this wasn't just about that fourth topic maybe. There was more else why would he accompany her when he already had completed his share of the project. 

Parking her car, she climbed out at the same time that Ryan did. "Let's go inside?" Ryan asked with a strange gleam in his eyes.

"Yeah but I wouldn't be able to stay much longer. I have to go to the hospital, " informed Georgia. Ryan nodded. 

"I'll help you cover the fourth topic as quickly as possible, " he said with a shrug, his hot hand holding her elbow and steering her towards the farm. Georgia had expected him to  lead her towards the backside for another kiss but to her disappointment, he didn't. 

'Get a grip over yourself, girl, ' she muttered in her mind. The next few minutes, they quickly collected the data that they needed. Georgia knew that without Ryan's help, she would never have been able to do it this fast. Satisfied with the progress, she turned towards him. 

"Thanks a lot, Ryan. I think this completes the fourth topic. I'll try to compile it in the night," she told him but Ryan shook his head.

"That won't do, Georgia. You have to thank me properly. You gave to give me a treat," he started again. Georgia stared at him. 

"Okay. What do you want to have?" Shs asked gesturing towards the food counter where the farmer's wife was selling home cooked goodies. 

"You know what I'd like to have, " he said, his eyes glittering with desire. Georgia looked away. She wouldn't fall for that. It's best to feign ignorance. 

"I don't actually. You never told me your favorites, " she shrugged. Ryan lost his patience and gripped her wrist and started pulling her towards the backside where they'd been before. Georgia's eyes widened at the implication. He wS about to kiss her again. 

"Let me tell you then what I love the most," he said in a low and hoarse tone. A tremor went down Georgia's body. Despite knowing what he was about to do, Georgia was powerless to do anything about it. Somewhere deep down inside her, she wanted to be kissed again. She longed for his kiss. 

But she knew that this was wrong, it was madness and a completely suicidal. There could never be anything between Ryan and her. She had to stop this madness, her conscience poked her with every step that they took forward. 

"You can tell me here, Ryan. Why do we need to go there?" she protested, at last finding her tongue and listening to her mind rather than her heart. She tried to extract her hand but couldn't. 

"I don't need an audience here," he simply growled out as if the very question had pissed him off. 

"Ryan, I'll treat you at the cafeteria tomorrow at the college. Right now, I need to leave, " said Georgia  adamantly. Ryan whirled her around, releasing her hand as he approached her slowly like a predator towards its prey. Georgia was stunned by the hunger in his eyes, which were dark like the ocean in the night. She backed away from him till her back touched some wall. She looked around to see that they indeed were at the deserted backyard of the farm. 

Her eyes widened and she slowly looked up at Ryan who was just inches away from her. His arms trapped her on either side while his body pinned her to the wall, just like he had the last time when he kissed her. 

"Ryan, this is madness, " she started but before she could finish her sentence, Ryan dipped his head and brushed his lips against her neck, inhaling her. Georgia's words got stuck in her throat at she closed her eyes at the immense pleasure. 

"I am mad about you," he whispered against her creamy skin, before planting a kiss there. A shudder went down her spine. 

"What do you want Ryan?" She whispered, arching her neck unconsciously to give him more access. 

"You, only you," whispered Ryan, hoarsely, sucking a sensitive spot on her neck. Georgia trembled, a throbbing already had started deep down within her which made her long for more. 

"Please, Ryan, " she pleaded, not knowing exactly what she was asking for. Ryan's lips grazed along her jawline to brush softly against her trembling lips but he didn't kiss her yet.

Georgia's hands went to his shirt front, clutching onto it to keep herself sane. "What do you want, Georgia?" He asked, his tongue gliding against her lips, teasing them, making her cling to him all the more. "Tell me Georgia. Do you want me? Do you want me to kiss you?" He whispered huskily. Georgia was powerless to answer. She closed her eyes as his  mouth teased her yet didn't kiss her. His arm went around her waist and he crushed her to himself, grinding his hard arousal into her. 

"Tell me what you want, Georgia, " he said hoarsely. Georgia lost her control and at last surrendered to her heart. Just one more kiss wouldn't do harm, would it?

"Kiss me, Ryan, " she whispered, burning with need.