Chapter One
Kingston
And it’s come all the way down to WildMatch.
On any regular day, you’d discover me at my workplace in a Seattle high-rise, signing contracts, buying new merchandise, making choices like figuring out the place we’re branching out. However as of proper now, the one necessary choice I must make within the second is: How am I going to burn off this pent-up power my physique has amassed over the previous few days whereas I’ve been holed up within the small city of Luna Harbor?
You might be questioning why I’m over 100 and twenty miles away from Seattle and the consolation of my own residence. Sadly, that’s prime secret. The reality is, I’m not solely certain what’s occurring with my sister and Seth Bradley, my brother’s finest pal. They’re both chasing after unhealthy guys or… nicely, I’m confused as a result of nobody is giving me a straight reply. From what I’ve heard, she’s getting used as bait alongside together with her presumed husband to lure the unhealthy guys out.
All I do know is that, till the high-intelligence safety firm chargeable for our security says it’s protected to return dwelling, I’m confined to this small city close to the bottom of the Olympic Mountains, with no entry to my laptop or my life.
After I get out of right here, I’m going to offer Seth Bradley a bit of my thoughts. He’s the person chargeable for this clusterfuck. And the person who’s placing Teddy, my little sister, at risk. A knot types in my throat simply considering of what can occur to her, however I promptly push the detrimental ideas away.
She’s going to be okay. Attempt to deal with different issues, like discovering a method to distract your self.
I look across the courtyard of the Luna Harbor Inn, my gaze wandering from place to position. The timber and vegetation have been trimmed impeccably. The cobblestone walkways are lined with white and grey pebbles and rustic lanterns, which create a way of heat and luxury through the evening. Yesterday, I stayed out right here having fun with the tranquil environment till midnight studying a e book.
Fortunately, as soon as once more there’s nobody else round. The world is simply as peaceable and calming. Not one thing I normally search in my every day life, however circumstances name for it. If I weren’t sharing the room with my brothers, Myles and Fletcher, I might be upstairs with my very own ideas debating what to do with my day as a substitute of out right here.
Fuck, this isn’t what I anticipated to be doing this Tuesday morning. I want I have been dwelling. No, higher but, I need to be in my workplace with my very own issues. As a substitute, I’m sitting on a bench in a courtyard, watching a telephone given to me whereas I’m right here for who is aware of how lengthy. I’m so labored up—I must do one thing with this power proper now—I contemplate the choices accessible to me.
Earlier as we speak, Fletch had the audacity to inform me to chill out. Like that’s even an choice. Truly, that phrase is outright forbidden from my vocabulary.
Therefore, why I’m downloading the WildMatch app. Myles swears it’s one of the best hookup app accessible in the marketplace. So, why not give it a strive since there’s nothing else to do? Intercourse may calm me down.
However is it even value it to create a profile?
Why not… right here goes nothing.
Identify… ought to I add my actual identify?
Nope, that’d be silly. Eighty % of the people who find themselves presently on this city know who I’m.
“Welcome to WildMatch.” Startled by a feminine robotic voice, I shortly flip down the amount. “This app was designed only for you. An adventurous one that’s in search of short-term, informal encounters and enjoyable. We provide a protected and discreet platform so you possibly can join with others who share related needs.”
I look across the courtyard, ensuring nobody heard that. I want I had my earbuds with me. Since I don’t, and there’s nobody round, I proceed with the tour.
“WildMatch makes use of a location-based search to indicate you a possible match. We’ve built-in security options to make sure a protected and pleasurable expertise. You should utilize our free plan, however if you happen to subscribe…”
I change off the tour. I shouldn’t be stunned that they’re attempting to promote me a membership. If I have been in Seattle, it might be value it, however right here… I’ll be fortunate if I discover somebody who’s prepared to assist me.
The immediate to fill out my particulars seems once more…
Identify: William “Willy” Davis
Age? I contemplate disclosing my age, however choose thirty-five as a substitute of thirty-eight.
About me? I take into consideration who I actually am—six toes 4 with darkish brown eyes. They’re virtually black—like my soul. Darkish hair. Athletic construct. I’m not a fitness center buff, however I prefer to hold myself in form. I personal Earth Fields Market, the fastest-growing natural grocery chain on the earth. And I did it by myself benefit, not as a result of I’m Donovan St. James’s son.
I graduated summa cum laude from Columbia College. Folks most likely suppose I don’t give two fucks in regards to the world. However I do. I’m an environmentalist. I’m the eldest of seven siblings. My brothers and little sister are all I care about.
However then I feel, will that get me laid? In all probability not. So as a substitute, I am going with:
About Me: I’m a pushed and profitable entrepreneur who enjoys working arduous and enjoying tougher. I like to journey and discover new cultures and am keen about staying match and wholesome. In my free time, I take pleasure in enjoying tennis, snowboarding, and {golfing}.
Pursuits: Touring, health, tennis, snowboarding, {golfing}, and fantastic eating.
Searching for: I’m not in search of something too severe proper now, however I’m open to exploring new connections and seeing the place issues go. I’m in search of a girl who’s assured, impartial, and fun-loving. I’m drawn to ladies who’re clever, formidable, and have a humorousness.
Supreme match: My ultimate match is somebody who’s assured, clever, and keen about her work and pursuits. She ought to be capable of maintain her personal in a dialog and be comfy in any setting. I’m in search of somebody who can problem me intellectually, and who’s open to exploring new experiences collectively.
In case you suppose we could be match, ship me a message, and let’s see the place this goes.
I’m stunned when a notification pops up immediately: Congratulations! You have got a brand new match. I’m unsure in regards to the peaches, water drops, and eggplant emojis popping like confetti on the display screen. Have they got to try this? It’s sort of… cheesy, isn’t it?
After I faucet the notification, I see a blurred image and the profile of my match. Sofia Hernandez. She’s twenty-five.
I’m a fun-loving and adventurous one that enjoys attempting new issues and assembly new folks. I’m a graphic designer by occupation, however I even have a wild facet that I prefer to indulge now and again. I’m fluent in English and Spanish, and I like to bounce to Latin music.
Her pursuits are touring, attempting new meals, dancing, climbing, enjoying guitar, and watching romantic comedies.
I’m in search of somebody who’s assured, adventurous, and open-minded. I’m not concerned about a severe relationship proper now, however I’m open to exploring new connections and having some enjoyable alongside the way in which. I’m drawn to males who’re spontaneous, passionate, and who know methods to have time.
The key phrases are there, not concerned about a severe relationship. That’s music to my ears. We might attempt to work one thing out for the following few days or even weeks. I proceed studying as I strive to determine methods to contact her.
My ultimate match is somebody who’s spontaneous, adventurous, and is aware of methods to have time. He ought to be assured and comfy in his personal pores and skin and be capable of maintain his personal in a dialog. I’m in search of somebody who can sustain with me, and who’s open to exploring new experiences collectively.
In case you suppose we could be match, ship me a message, and let’s see the place this goes.
Nicely, Sofia. I need to see how issues can go. I seek for methods to join with this good lady and methods to discover a image of her. Did I add my image after I created a profile?
Nope. I’m scrambling to see methods to repair my profile and join together with her when a feminine voice startles me, “You’re new at this, aren’t you, St. James?”
After I lookup, I’m struck by the sweetness standing proper in entrance of me. Darkish blue soulful eyes that distinction together with her olive pores and skin. She has a small turned-up nostril and pouty lips that I wouldn’t thoughts kissing. For a second, I need them wrapped round my cock, however the fantasy doesn’t final lengthy.
Myka Cantú is gorgeous and stylish, and… she’s off-limits.
Off-limits.
Her brother and I’ve been buddies since third grade. Simply final week I signed a contract with their household brewery. There’s no approach I’m going to hook up together with her.
No approach.
However what if… she’s not right here to speak about WildMatch? I’m certain there’s another excuse why she’s right here, proper?
“What do you imply by ‘new at this’?” I ask in confusion and stare on the bench the place I’m sitting. “That is made for sitting, isn’t it?”
She releases a smooth chuckle, then exhibits me her telephone. “WildMatch.” It’s only one phrase, however the implications are astronomical.
I stare at her earlier than saying, “How are you aware?”
“The matches are by location, not by pursuits,” she explains. “The second somebody is close by, it alerts you. There’s no particular algorithm. Simply two attractive individuals who may get fortunate… if the circumstances are proper.”
I frown. “How are you aware it’s me?”
She shrugs. “After I obtained the notification, I used to be within the foyer. You’re the one particular person inside a point-zero-one-mile radius from me—with a telephone.” She factors on the artifact in my hand.
“You’re Sofia Hernandez?”
She nods. “Yep. That’s me, William.”
“This isn’t what you suppose,” I spit the phrases. Then slim my gaze. “And also you’re not twenty-five.”
Myka provides me a difficult look. “So, you didn’t attempt to hook up with somebody since you’re bored?”
I open my mouth, however I can’t say something. That is little Myka. I’ve identified her since she was 4 and I used to be 9. Her oldest brother, Iskander, will most likely kill me if he learns that I made a move at his sister. She could be a stunning lady with a placing physique, however I’ve to steer clear of her.
Myka laughs. “Cat obtained your tongue?”
“No. I’m…”
The nook of her lip lifts. “Right here’s what I feel. You downloaded the app, began a profile and hoped to discover a fast fuck. However I guess you didn’t end the tour, so that you barely know the way this works. In case you had, you’d’ve been capable of see my footage and possibly faucet as soon as to keep away from this awkward encounter.”
“You’re most likely proper.” In all probability? She is aware of precisely what occurred. I’m dumbfounded and attractive. If there weren’t some unwritten guidelines that I can by no means have her, I might drag her to my room.
I can’t.
I shouldn’t.
Myka is off-limits.
Myka equals no intercourse.
However Myka is so fucking scorching.
“Oh, I do know I’m proper, however I’m not completed with my idea. You have been anticipating to match with some stranger. As a substitute, little Myka Cantú caught you.” She licks her lips. “Luckily for you, I’m not little anymore.”
I’m virtually panting at her sultry voice. Who is that this lady? And may I break the foundations? What if I’ve only a lick? One fuck, and I swear I’ll depart her alone.
No, you possibly can’t, St. James.
She seems to be at her nails after which again at me. “That is such a disgrace.”
“What?”
“Your physique desires me, however your thoughts is preventing the urge to fuck me. That’s unlucky and unhappy. We’re each dropping as a result of you might have some bizarre hang-up about having intercourse with me. That’s foolish. We’re each consenting adults, aren’t we?”
I nod, speechless. She’s proper. This model of Myka is so completely different from little Myka, the one I used to know. She’s stunning, and her energy and confidence make her much more engaging. If I wasn’t a one-time man, I’d drag her dwelling with me and by no means let go.
I’m bowled over by my sudden ideas. I at all times used to prioritize bodily attraction, however now Myka has sparked one thing far deeper in me. I’m so excited, but terrified abruptly—might I actually be in search of one thing greater than only a informal fling?
Myka stares at me expectantly.
I straighten my shoulders and say, “I agree. We’re two consenting adults.”
“Then, observe me,” she orders.
“Umm, the place?”
“My home.” She smirks. “Until large outdated Kingston St. James is afraid of little Myka.”
“Umm, I’m not afraid of you. In fact not.”
“Good, as a result of I don’t chunk.” She chews on her backside lip seductively. “Solely suck, if you happen to ask properly.”
She turns round and begins to stroll away. Can I even observe her with this raging hard-on? I’m so turned on by her that I can’t suppose straight. All I need is to be inside Myka Cantú.
