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The Perfect Gift ISBN #978-1-906328-64-1 ©Copyright Ashley Ladd 2007 Cover Art by Anne Cain ©Copyright November 2007 Edited by Michele Paulin Total-e-bound books This is a work of fiction. All characters, places and events are from the author’s imagination and should not be confused with fact. Any resemblance to persons, living or dead, events or places is purely coincidental. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any material form, whether by printing, photocopying, scanning or otherwise without the written permission of the publisher, Total-e-bound eBooks. Applications should be addressed in the first instance, in writing, to Total-e-bound eBooks. Unauthorised or restricted acts in relation to this publication may result in civil proceedings and/or criminal prosecution The author and illustrator have asserted their respective rights under the Copyright Designs and Patents Acts 1988 (as amended) to be identified as the author of this book and illustrator of the artwork Published in 2007 by Total-e-bound eBooks 1 The Corner, Faldingworth Road, Spridlington, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, LN8 2DE, UK. Warning: Warning: This book contains sexually explicit content which is only suitable for mature readers. This story has been rated Total-e-burning

THE PERFECT GIFT Ashley Ladd

Dedication This story is dedicated to my second family, my co-workers who mean so very much to me, who are very supportive of everything I do, who made my birthday very special as they do my each and every day.

Trademarks Acknowledgement The author acknowledges the trademarked status and trademark owners of the following wordmarks mentioned in this work of fiction: Playboy: Twilight Zone: Terminator:

Playboy Enterprises International, Inc. CBS Inc. Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM Studios)

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Chapter One

Christmas lights twinkled around the edges of the frosted windows, filling Bianca Abbott with a merry glow. Her distorted reflection refracted off shiny Christmas tree bulbs as she strung strands of newly popped popcorn threaded with cranberries through the pine needles. Joyously she hummed along with her favourite Christmas carols as sung by Elvis, her foot tapping along to the steady beat that filled the tiny apartment. The scent of pine mingled with the sugar cookies baking in the oven and the gingerbread cookie candle burning nearby. The clock chimed seven and Bianca wondered when Ty would come swaggering through the front door. He’d probably stopped after work to pick up more gifts and would stagger in with his arms loaded with wrapped Christmas presents for his huge family and perhaps some for her. She worried her lower lip with her teeth. She had yet to find the perfect gift for him. This year she’d promised herself she wouldn’t cop out with anything lame like a tie or power tools. This year, she wanted something special for him. But what? Pondering what would be special enough for her man, she donned Santa Claus oven mitts and removed the cookies from the oven. Sniffing ravenously, she was well pleased that the slightly browned figures of reindeers, snowmen, angels, and other Christmas figures had turned out just as she liked them. The oven clock buzzed, reminding her that Ty wasn’t home yet. The timer ticked loudly in her ears reminding her there were only two days left until Christmas Eve and she wasn’t prepared. She muttered under her breath, “Maybe I should just wrap my naked bod in a big red bow.” Except she’d already done that… The dryer stopped and she took the clean laundry into the bedroom. As a freshly laundered sheet lay atop the load in the basket, she decided to change the bed. Since the mattress hadn’t been turned for many months, she flipped it over. She lifted the mattress wondering if she shouldn’t have waited for Ty to help her. Her thought evaporated as a glossy magazine toppled to the floor smacking her foot.

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“Ouch!” Dropping the mattress, she bent to retrieve the publication. At this angle, she spied several more stuffed further under the bed. “Looks like I found Ty’s Playboys…” Her vision sharpened on the naked bodies. Her heart skipped several beats and she couldn’t breathe as she flipped from page to page of nude male partners without a single female looking back. “These aren’t Playboys…” At least, the issue in hand didn’t show any females. Perhaps the others did. Still breathless, her pulse erratic, Bianca dropped to her knees and grabbed a second magazine. She found more of the same. Hot, muscular men kissed, caressed, and heatedly stroked one another. There wasn’t a woman in the bunch. The shiny page seemed to burn her fingers and she tossed the erotic images to the floor. What did this mean…? Quaking, she yanked out the other magazines and with shaky fingers and even shakier breath, checked them out. They were all the same. All naked men wrapped romantically about one another. “What are you doing here?” she whispered in shock to the magazines, afraid to think the unthinkable but unable to stop herself. These gay photos would turn a straight man’s stomach, wouldn’t they? Only a gay or bi-sexual man would get off on such photographs. A straight man wouldn’t have anything to do with gay porn, not even if his favourite brother asked. Unwelcome doubt slammed against her ribs and her stomach twisted into knots as she wondered what this would mean to her relationship with Ty. She’d heard of men who denied they were gay for years—even to themselves. Yet, they couldn’t deny their forbidden lusts and secretly, they would ogle porn just like this. Some stayed hidden in the closet until long after they’d married a woman, and were raising several children with her. Eventually, they couldn’t lie to themselves anymore, and they’d leave their wife for their gay lover. It would be far better if she found out now, if her heart was broken before she had to contend with the added heartache of children and a divorce. Wryly, she laughed at her dreams of a happily-ever-after with her hero. Silly her. She’d hoped he’d pop the big question on the holiday. Now… Several moments ticked by. Or was it hours as her thoughts ran amuck? Was Ty engaging in a forbidden tryst with his male lover? Is that why he was so often unaccountable for hours?

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Her vision blurred. Her temples pounded. Gulping in a deep breath, she shook her head and balled up her fists. “No! You can’t be Ty’s. There’s got to be another explanation.” But what? She sank to the bed and massaged her aching forehead as she groped for reason amidst the sea of confusion. They lived alone. No one had visited in eons. They’d bought the bed brand new. Then a ray of hope lit her soul and a relieved laugh bubbled off her lips. “He’s hiding them for a friend. That’s it.” Peeking at the images again, she was unexpectedly touched by the romantic, effusive kisses and loving gazes captured on the pages. It amazed her how affectionately the men held one another. She hadn’t expected that. Rather, if she’d ever given a thought to what a gay couple did in bed, she pictured hot, wet, and wild sex. Deep, abiding love gleamed in their eyes, not the pure lust she would have imagined. In some of the photos, they wined and dined, slow danced and soul kissed. An article about “How To Romance Your Lover” caught her eye and she was intrigued at the very romantic suggestions rivalling any woman’s magazine on similar subjects. These weren’t merely gay men, they were people in love. Guilt and shame danced along her conscious. Should gender matter? People were people. Could she help that she was attracted to men? Could anyone help who they were attracted to? She chewed her lower lip as she battled with the philosophical questions bombarding her. “Honey, I’m home!” Ty’s voice echoed down the hall. “Sure smells wonderful in here. You been baking scrumptious goodies for me all day?” Her heart froze and her blood iced over. Engrossed in her ponderings she hadn’t heard the door open. “Shit!” she whispered. She couldn’t let him find her amidst the secret stash, whoever it belonged to. How could she admit to finding these without coming off as suspicious? Worse, what if she broke down and bawled out her eyes? Already she was teary eyed and her hands were clammy. She couldn’t acknowledge the discovery just yet, not until she had more information and decided what to do about it. Not until she sorted out her jumbled emotions. Blood

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furiously pounding in her ears, she quickly stuffed the magazines into their hiding place, and made the bed with the old white cotton sheets. She hid the laundry basket in the closet and pulled the doors shut a split second before Ty loped into the room. Pasting the sunniest possible smile on her face, she turned. “Hi, babe. Get caught in traffic?” Ty closed the gap between them and with a primitive growl, scooped her into his arms. “God you’re a sight for sore eyes.” He hauled her against his chest and strode to their bed in three long strides. He gently tossed her onto the bouncy mattress and then with a warrior’s yell, stripped her naked and dove onto her. He can’t be gay if he reacts to me this way. Rolling and grappling, they laughed until their ardour flamed. Frantically, she stripped off Ty’s clothing as she envisioned Ty touching another man’s naked body. Strangely, despite her confusion over her discovery, the vision of Ty fucking and being fucked by a large, burly man made her unbearably hot. Mini earthquakes ravaged her, she was so hot she could fuck a whole army of naked men. Shocked at her reaction, she kissed and licked every exquisite inch of him and thrust her aching nipples into his mouth as she curled her hungry fingers about his thick cock.

Tyler “Ty” Gibson hungrily suckled Bianca’s pert nipples, pulling them deeper into his mouth. “Um, you taste even better than those Christmas cookies,” he said around her luscious nipples, his words slurred. “I can never get enough.” “You stole one already?” she asked with mock anger as she screwed up her face. A rogue grin ruined the effect. Giggling, Bianca squirmed beneath him, thrusting her hips against his, teasing his throbbing cock. Her fingers played with his beard. “Your moustache tickles.” Charmed by her tinkling laughter, he rubbed his beard against her as he kissed and licked his way down her belly. All the while, he massaged her clit with his thumb as he spread her pussy lips wide with two thrusting fingers. God, but she was hot and ripe. Those lips were swollen and parted, inviting him inside to play, and by God, he was in the mood to play after fighting rush hour traffic that had teemed with frantic Christmas shoppers. Beckoned by her glistening juices, so thirsty for her he was ready to explode, he went down further until her wiry curls tickled his cheeks and tangled in his beard. Eager to drink

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of his lady, he clamped his lips over her pussy lips and sucked hard. Then he slid his tongue inside her well, a mere inch at first, and then deeper, faster. Roiling and bucking, she screamed. She wound her fingers in his long hair and held his head captive. “Ooh, that feels so good, baby. Don’t stop.” He had no intention of stopping until her milky cream flowed into his mouth, until it covered his face, until he’d guzzled every last drop. Soon, she’d be begging for mercy and sweet victory would be his. Luckily, he didn’t have long to wait. Her cream poured forth, coating his tongue, lips, and chin. He lapped fast and furiously until she stopped writhing in his arms, and her panting and moans subsided. He gazed up to find her loving eyes caressing him. “I love you,” she said. Bewitched by the siren, he murmured, “I love you, too.” His cock ached for release so he turned her over, coaxed her to her knees and bent low. “This okay with you?” He reached around and cupped her heavy breast in his palm, kneading it. Her breath became raspy again and she rubbed her curvy buttocks against his throbbing cock. “You know it is. Stop teasing me and just give it to me!” Oh, but how he loved to tease and arouse the naughty minx. He slid the tip of his cock up and down her crack, debating which hole to fuck first. The anus was so incredibly tight, so incredibly naughty he almost came thinking about how amazingly taut she would glove his dick. Eager to feel her incredible tightness, he rolled a condom onto his cock. Then he lubricated his shaft with a generous amount of lube. Standing tall on his knees, he grasped her cute tush in his hands, and eased into her back hole. He pushed in a little at a time until most of his cock was sheathed inside her silkiness. Swivelling his hips, he ground into her. Leaning further forward, he massaged her nipple between his fingers. She moaned, writhed, and quivered, and he wondered how it would feel to change places. Just how awesome would it feel to be in her position, to have a big, juicy cock screwing him? His cock flexed and he closed his eyes imagining he was the one beneath a muscular stud who spread him so wide he would moan and scream for more. “Oh yes!” Bianca screamed, grinding her pretty ass against his cock, slamming into his hips with fierce, excited force. “I’m coming!”

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“Oh yes!” he echoed, his fingers moulding against her flesh, leaving his brand. She was his and he was hers. He loved this beauty with all his heart and soul. Still, he craved a walk on the wild side. At least once… A thunderous roar exploded from his deep in his loins as his seed spewed into her. Flowing like lava from an angry volcano, more gushed out than ever before. God, but he was horny. Finally, when the storm ebbed, he released her and gently helped her lay by his side atop the rumpled covers. He cradled her warm body against him and nuzzled her soft hair. “Was that as good for you as it was for me?” “Better.” She squirmed and cuddled closer, pressing her soft curves against his reviving arousal. When she wrapped herself in his long hair that was such a similar shade of burnished copper as her own, he couldn’t tell where hers stopped and his started. Even as his love for her gently warmed him, he couldn’t help but wonder if she was right. Was it better to be the one filled or doing the filling? Why did he have to settle for only one choice? Why couldn’t he enjoy both? As gloriously wonderful as he felt, he craved something baser, totally forbidden.

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Chapter Two

Christmas Eve morning, Ty tenderly kissed Bianca goodbye under the sprig of mistletoe gently swinging over the front door. Lingering, he cherished her lips, hoping time would stand still until he could haul her up to their bed where he could ravage her. A huge sigh escaped her shiny red lips. “I can’t believe that joker called me into work today of all days.” He hated it, too. This was their sacred time. “That’s why it’s called ‘work’,” he said with a snort. He swatted her cute little behind as she stomped out the door with her nose high in the air, jingle bells tinkling on her dangling earrings. God but she was adorable. God but he hated her Scrooge of a boss for demanding an audience today of all days. Yet, Ty felt a secret thrill that he’d get some time alone to dream over his dirty magazines when he knew he wouldn’t get caught. He didn’t want to do anything to lose Bianca and wished he didn’t have these conflicted feelings. But he did, and the more he tried to stop them, the more they raged. He had to get a grip and work them out of his system before they ripped him apart. Squirming, he watched her from the window to make sure she was truly gone and then punched her name on his phone. “Hurry back, baby,” he drawled huskily after she answered. “I miss you already. Don’t let that creep keep you too long. My engines are revving.” Bianca turned down the music on her CD player. “I should just tell Bucheger to shove his lousy job and come home right now…” Ty’s breath hitched in his throat and his pulse stopped cold. “No!” Cripes! Now she’d be suspicious which was the last thing he wanted. “Uh, you can’t afford to quit yet. Soon as I get my promotion. Promise.” A throaty growl rumbled over the line. “Well, I’m going to look for better job that’ll pay me what I’m worth and afford me more respect.”

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“Make sure you follow through. You deserve better.” “You bet I will.” He tiptoed down the hall, wondering why when he was the sole occupant of the apartment and it was covered deep in pile carpeting. “That’s a plan. The sooner you get to work, the sooner you get to come home.” He crossed his fingers that she’d be away for a few hours. “Anything for my honey,” she crooned and sent a loud smooch through the line. “Make sure you keep those hot engines revving.” “Nothing will stop me.” He winced at the semi-lie. The illicit photos of gorgeous men called to him, and his cock throbbed. After a session ogling them, he’d be a non-stop fucking machine for the rest of the weekend and Bianca would be the happy beneficiary. Just in case, she turned back and decided to sneak up on him, he locked the door, snapped the phone shut and tossed it on the bedside stand. Then he stripped naked and dug out his secret stash of gay magazines. Propping himself up on his pile of pillows, he opened his favourite issue and promptly began drooling. Licking his lips, thirsting to suck the big cock of that dude giving it so good to his partner, he murmured, “So hot.” How he longed to suck the delicious dicks of all these beautiful men. Wrapping his fingers around his shaft, he pumped slowly at first, then more feverishly as he imagined a male lover caressed him. He lubricated the dildo he’d bought for his own Christmas gift just the night before he slowly worked it into his anus then began to thrust it in and out. Erotic sensations washed over him and he moaned in ecstasy. It felt even better than in his dreams. If this was real flesh, attached to a hot, muscular body, how much faster would he reach nirvana? He ached to find out and debated how to put this ache to rest. The nude, explicit photos no longer quenched his thirst. He feared only the real deal would do. But he also feared he’d hurt, maybe lose Bianca, if she discovered his heart’s desire.

Bianca crawled under her desk and plugged in the ceramic mini Christmas tree then turned up a Christmas song. She flicked on her computer and then began to suck on a candy

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cane, letting the minty flavour work its soothing magic. She still hadn’t found the perfect gift for Ty, and worse, she wondered what he was up to? Probably masturbating over his naughty magazines. Unless he’s found the real thing… Again, the vision of two men conversely made her heart stop and then jump-started it with a jolt, shocking her as it continued to turn her on. She shook her head. Why? Did the bastard deserve any gift, much less one that took all the thought and consideration she’d been pouring into it? Right now, he’d be lucky if she gave him a gaudy singing Christmas tie. She wondered if he’d indulged in sex with a man or if it was still just a fantasy? Had he cheated on her? If he hadn’t how long would it be until he did? With a snort, she rested her chin on her hand and stared at her Scrooge-like expression in the glassy reflection of the computer monitor. Just how did she define cheating? Was it only the physical carnal knowledge of another or just the lusting of the heart that made it cheating? How long she pouted instead of getting into her work, she wasn’t sure. Finally, approaching footsteps warned she was no longer alone. Within a few seconds, one of her coworkers, Brendan O’Connor, rounded the corner. Only slightly taller than her, he was handsome and well-built. Rumour said he was gay. Again, conflicted feelings rammed into her chest, stealing her breath. Displaced anger made her glare at the innocent man. Why did her man have to be gay? He had to be gay, right? No straight man would be caught dead with that stuff. At least, that’s the way it seemed in the movies. Well, maybe not gay. Bi-sexual, at the very least. He seemed to enjoy their sex. If he didn’t, he put on a damned good show of it. Frustrated screams gurgled up in her throat as again, she wondered how she was supposed to feel? She was royally pissed and wanted to throw things, curse at Brendan, and scream at God for the injustice of it all. Ty was the man she wanted to spend her life with, and now it seemed as if it would be stolen away. But she couldn’t do any of that stuff, and a sigh deflated her righteous indignation. She wondered just how depraved she was to have felt even a little turned on by such dirty thoughts. She couldn’t deny her arousal when she was thoroughly honest with herself. The

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thought of watching two men together, of possibly joining them for a threesome, soaked her panties. She smelled the muskiness of it, and she prayed Brendan wouldn’t pick up on the scent. Wicked thoughts spiralled in her mind and she drummed her nails against her desk as she let her gaze rake slowly down her co-worker’s length. What if Brendan was gay? It didn’t matter to her, except… Her thoughts boiled as she pretended to work and hoped Brendan would go into his office without stopping in hers. Guilt assuaged her. She wasn’t getting anything done, but then she wondered how Bucheger thought he’d honestly get a whole lot of work out of his slaves on a holiday? The man must have bolts for brains. She longed to surf the internet about facts on bisexual men and the women who tried to have relationships with them. However, she knew the IS department tracked the sites employees visited and would immediately report inappropriate activity to her boss. Not only did the company frown on surfing for pleasure, but they’d kill her then fire her for going to sites like that. Noisily, she crunched her candy cane and tried to wrangle her anger into some semblance of control. Slowly, reason asserted itself. She was going on a lot of presumptions—first and foremost that either Ty or Brendan were gay. Either way, dreams of marriage to Ty were on indefinite standby until she got answers. Wasn’t she being premature? An ember of thought flamed and she regarded Brendan as he drew closer. Inhaling deeply, she greeted him with a friendly, “Hi. I see that Bucheger shanghaied you, too. Merry Christmas to us.” She sang the last on a sarcastic note as she held out her basket of Christmas candies. “Want one?” Brendan shook his head. His gaze lingered on her mouth and a flicker of interest crossed his sea-green eyes. His Adam’s apple worked hard and his respiration quickened. Bianca’s stomach did a little flip-flop as she returned the basket to its spot. The rumours had to be wrong. This guy was too fascinated by her lips to be gay. To test her theory, she slid a new candy cane slowly along her lips, and then just as slowly, pushed it back into her mouth, and sucked on it hard. Then she removed it, and slowly, sensually, licked her lips. Brendan’s rapt gaze darkened and he moved closer.

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Thoughts about Ty wouldn’t stop niggling at her mind. Then an impossibly crazy idea surfaced—she could give Ty a sexy night with Brendan for his perfect Christmas gift. Even if the men were both gay, would they go for it? That wouldn’t automatically make them attracted to each other. And now, she’d just flirted big-time with her office mate. She hoped the damage wasn’t irreparable to their working relationship. “Well, time to get to work. I still have to get Ty’s gift, so I’d like to get out of here while there’s still a store open with anything decent left.” Brendan chortled, crossed his arms over his chest and lounged against her door frame. “At this late date? The malls are jam packed. Besides, you’re stuck here. You could go on the star registry and name a star after him and print out the certificate.” “Thanks,” she said between gritted teeth. “That’s a big help.” Brendan pursed his lips and nodded. “Next year, start earlier.” Thanks again. “There are always the 24-hour drugstores. I can get him cologne or one of those cheapy electronic gadgets.” When he turned his back, she stuck out her tongue and scowled. “Don’t be sticking out that tongue at me, Missy, unless you intend to use it.” Brendan sent a dangerously smoky glance over his shoulder. Then he inclined his head at the glass. “You know, the funny thing is, glass acts like a mirror.” Wanting to kick herself, she offered a wretched, “Sorry. I’m the ultimate grinch today.” The guy didn’t deserve her sourpuss attitude. He hadn’t done anything to cause her misery. Brendan nodded as he powered up his computer across the hall. “Apology accepted. Let’s put our noses to the grindstone so we can get the hell out of Dodge.” Bianca became so deeply involved in her work that she almost forgot it was Christmas Eve morning. In between candy canes, she popped several chocolate-covered caramels into her mouth. She should have given them right back to her office mate when the size-two enabler had given them to her as a gift the day before. She was just changing her CD for the fifth time when Ty swaggered into her office, hugged her and gave her a soul-searing kiss. “Merry Christmas, baby. I thought you were going to hurry?” He lowered his voice. “Before my engines stalled.” Snowflakes melted on his leather jacket and his long, silky hair fanned out about his shoulders. Stars glistened in his soulful eyes as he pulled off his knit gloves, one finger at a

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time and stuffed them into his pockets. She found herself drowning in those stars, and no matter what, she couldn’t deny he was her heaven. Leaping from her seat, she flung herself into his arms and pressed her cheek against his swiftly beating heart. How could she have thought about breaking up with him on Christmas? “Merry Christmas, babe. I told you I should have told him to shove this job.” Brendan joined them and stuck out his hand. Curiosity, and was it something else as well, darkened his eyes. “This must be your better half.” Bianca blinked and froze as the two men shook hands. Maybe she’d misread Brendan earlier? She was obviously lousy at reading men’s signals. Had she always been? After she regained her wits and her breathing returned to normal, she turned her gaze on Ty. He’d veiled his lashes but a deep blush stained his cheeks. Not only that, he kept sending cursory glances to her co-worker as he murmured the expected greeting. Maybe she hadn’t been too far off base. This was driving her crazy. Worse than crazy, she was going to make herself bald she was pulling out so much of her hair. Her throat was raw from strangling so many screams. She had to know if he was gay, if he truly loved her, and whatever the hell was going on. Even if it was bad news, it was better to find out than stew. But on Christmas? Couldn’t she have stayed in her protective, happy little bubble, awhile longer? At least ‘til the New Year? At the very least, until the day after Christmas? But it had already been burst, and she’d slammed hard to earth. God, but she felt like Humpty Dumpty. She was stronger than that! Christmas was the season of miracles, right? She’d make her own, one way or the other. First, she’d pick up the pieces and put herself back together. Second, she’d give a perfect gift to Ty. Of course, it might also be her parting gift. She’d just have to see how things worked out. Everything was already in motion, and unless Santa stepped in to magically turn back time, she could only move forward, not back. Extricating herself from Ty’s arms, Bianca put a finger to his lips. “Hold that thought, darling. Will you excuse Brendan and me for a couple moments? Make yourself at home while we tie up some loose ends.” She pointed at the candy on her desk. “Help yourself.” Ty nodded, plopped into her chair and swivelled around. He signed onto the Internet and started surfing. Without looking at them, he raised a hand in a goodbye gesture.

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“Oh, be careful where you go. The boss man keeps a log of all the sites I visit.” Ty grinned and gave her the thumbs up sign before arranging his fingers on the keyboard and staring into the monitor. Feeling very naughty and very conspiratorial, she turned and wiggled a finger at Brendan to follow her. Needing complete privacy, she pulled him into their boss’s office and closed the door. She locked it behind her then whirled on him. With a huge sigh, she eyed him speculatively, again noting how hot the guy was. “Were you just checking out my boyfriend?” Brendan perched on the edge Bucheger’s desk and hitched up a pant leg revealing a length of black sock. “Yeah. You caught me. He’s hot. You’re a lucky woman.” She wasn’t sold on that at the moment, but she hadn’t closed the case, either. Relieved that one mystery was solved, she nodded. Still curiosity ate at her. Never taking her gaze off her quarry, she circled the desk with her arms crossed over her chest. “Correct me if I’m wrong, but weren’t you checking me out earlier?” Brendan laughed and pulled himself up to his full height. Then, like a graceful lion, he moved in close and sifted a strand of her hair through his fingers while his warm breath fanned her neck. “I sure was. You’re pretty hot yourself.” Totally bewildered now, Bianca shook her head. She looked up and stared Brendan straight in the eyes. “Okay, now I’m totally, completely, utterly confused. What?” Brendan laughed outright. “I’m AC/DC, honey. You know, Arthur and Martha?” Her mouth went dry, and she stared harder. She was afraid she knew exactly what he meant, but since she’d never heard the terms, she didn’t want to assume anything. “Huh? AC/whattie? Arthur and Martha?” With a look of patient amusement, Brendan took her hand and squeezed it. “You really are a babe in the woods. It means I’m bi-sexual. I’m sexually attracted to men and women.” He slid a long finger under her chin and lifted it, forcing her gaze to duel with his. He moved in so that his lips were barely an inch from hers and his breath scorched her. “I don’t discriminate. You know…you have gorgeous hair and the sootiest lashes…” Bianca shivered with surprise awareness as her eyes opened wider. He was interested in her? She’d thought Ty more his type. “I hate to break it to you, but your man was checking me out, too. Could be he’s AC/DC, like moi.”

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“Got it,” she said as she choked. Trying to control her wavering emotions, she nodded. “That’s what I really wanted to talk to you about. I…” Brendan waggled his finger in front of her nose and leaned closer. “Uh uh. I don’t give advice to outraged girlfriends. I’m usually the one doing the outraging.” It was Bianca’s turn to laugh in Brendan’s face. She shook her finger in front of his nose. “That’s not what I want to ask you.” Bemusement settled across Brendan’s handsome features and he nibbled on her ear. Taken aback, feeling disloyal to Ty despite her findings, she turned her head and edged away. In a husky voice, he said, “What’s in that devious little mind of yours? I am amenable to helping you get sweet revenge. Maybe once you have a little fling of your own you can forgive him for his.” “Whoa! I never said I wanted to get revenge.” Revenge went against her moral grain, no matter how badly someone hurt her. No matter what, she loved Ty. She’d set him free if that’s what he wanted, but she’d never seek revenge. She was also embarrassed that Brendan had picked up on the fact she had an ulterior motive. Jerking away, she gave him her most innocent expression. “Why do you say ‘devious’?” He trailed his fingertip from the moue of her lips to the top of her cleavage and then let it hover. “Because all women are devious. What is it you want?” Holy… As if hovering above herself, she stared at Brendan’s finger, hardly able to believe this was happening to her. Any of this. Her shocking discovery about Ty. Brendan’s bold and unexpected moves on her. As her idea for Ty’s gift gelled, she nibbled on her fingernail but didn’t pull away. “Do you have plans tonight? All night?” With questions in his eyes, Brendan cocked his head. A strand of his normally perfect hair tumbled in front of his eyes and he pushed it back into place. “You want to invite me for a cosy little family turkey dinner by the fireplace?” Mentally crossing her fingers, Bianca scrunched her nose and sucked in a deep breath. “This is hard for me to ask, but please hear me out before you say no or think I’m crazy. I want to give Ty a special Christmas gift…the perfect gift.”

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Brendan played with her hair, his knuckles grazing her neck. “So where do I fit into this? You want to gift wrap me and throw me in his bed?” That wasn’t her first choice. However, it felt like the only choice she could make, at least for a mature and feeling human being. She didn’t want to wake up one day, forty-five years old with four kids calling Ty ’Daddy’, and then having ‘Daddy’ leave them for another man. She didn’t want Ty to hate her someday because she’d chosen to ignore the signs, because she’d cavalierly ploughed ahead with a doomed relationship. Honesty was their only hope at a happy relationship together, or a happy life apart. She loved him enough to set him free and see if he returned to her. If he flew away, he’d never been hers to begin with. She had to go through with this and pray that the right thing for both of them happen, whatever that might be. Easier said than done, she turned her back, squeezed her eyes tightly, and after a deep breath, she said in a husky voice, “Yeah. Something like that.” Silence fell over the room for several moments. Finally, Brendan spoke, as he raked his fingers through his short, cropped hair, “Seriously? You’re not pulling my leg?” Unveiling her eyes, she smiled up at him. “I’m completely serious. I need to know what Ty truly wants. Bottom line, I want him to be happy.” When Brendan looked perplexed, she dragged in another deep breath and continued, “I found a stash of gay magazines under his side of the bed, and if this is what he wants, then I want him to have it.” Brendan stood still for several moments and then he kissed her cheek. “You’re one in a billion. Does he know how lucky he is to have such a special lady? Any more like you at home?” She wasn’t sure if there were any more like her in the universe and she wondered if the men in the little white coats were about to come and take her away. Shaking her head, she spread her hands wide and gave him her most pleading glance. “So will you help me?” “Anything for you.” Brendan took her hand in his and gazed deeply into her eyes. “But are you sure? I don’t want to damage your relationship. I couldn’t live with myself.” She’d been thinking long and hard about this ever since she’d found the magazines and she offered him a tremulous smile. Inhaling deeply, she said the words she knew rang true, “If this is what he truly wants, I can’t stop him. I won’t stop him. If there’s damage to be done, it’s already been done.” Maybe, just maybe, this might just save their relationship, even if it was evolving way beyond her wildest, most scintillating dreams.

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Brendan clamped his hand on her shoulder and squeezed. “You’re a brave, brave woman. And I’m serious about wanting to find another just like you.” Appreciation glowed in her soul, and feeling flattered, she kissed his cheek. She was afraid he might have to clone her. She couldn’t think of another woman in her acquaintance that wouldn’t be aghast at what she was doing. “I’m trying. I love him so much it hurts.”

Brendan O’Connor couldn’t believe his good fortune. Since he’d recently broken up with his long-term partner and his Christmas plans had been cancelled, his holiday had loomed drear and gloomy. But God was good and hadn’t forgotten him. He’d shone his light upon a true angel. “Does your boyfriend know how blessed he is?” Bianca snorted and shook her head. “I’m not ready for sainthood yet. Don’t go pinning any medals on me.” He thought she muttered under her breath, “I must be all kinds of crazy,” but he couldn’t be sure. Fascinated by the play of light through her coppery curls, Brendan teasingly tugged a strand of her hair. “I’ll give you an A for effort.” “I was never a straight A student.” Bianca rolled her greenish, hazel eyes—eyes that were more soulful today than ever before. Or were they just more troubled than ever before? He wouldn’t doubt it after the revelation she’d just let loose. He squeezed her shoulder. “You should give yourself more credit. Very few women would be so unselfish.” The phone rang and made him jump. The insistent sound reminded him they were in dangerous, hostile territory. If Bucheger happened to come in and find them locked in his sacred domain, neither of them would have a very Merry Christmas. Frowning, he stared at the ear-splitting instrument as he clasped Bianca’s elbow and guided her toward the door. “Email me the directions and time from your desk. I’ll be there. Should I bring a big red bow to wrap myself up in?” A wry smile twisted her lips. “You’re my gift. I already have a huge bow.”

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Chapter Three

Whistling, a merry bounce to his step, Ty ducked snowflakes and the neighbour kids’ snowballs as he made a dash to the house after some last minute Christmas shopping. He loved Christmas and this year was the most special yet for it was his first living with Bianca. She’d made their apartment into a cosy home, brimming with Christmas magic, overflowing with love. He didn’t know what he’d ever done to deserve her, but he sure was grateful. He counted his blessings daily. He was excited about his special gift for her—a diamond ring and first class tickets for Bianca’s dream trip—their honeymoon trip to Hawaii. Now she’d not only go to paradise, but honeymoon there—with him. Shaking with the excitement, he couldn’t wait to see her expression. The scent of candy canes blended with a trace of wax told him she was burning more Christmas candles. Blinking lights glistened off every reflective surface. Juggling packages that towered over his head, Ty managed to navigate to the twinkling tree in the corner of the living room and set down his presents without breaking anything. Picking out the ring, he put it in his pocket. He wanted to keep it close. The scent of roasted turkey filled the small apartment with homey, delicious smells. Looking first right and then left to make sure Bianca wouldn’t catch him in the act, he peeked under the foil covering as the turkey sat on top of the stove, done and ready to be enjoyed. His mouth watering, he stole a bite. Everything seemed to be in place, except his lady. She wouldn’t leave with supper ready on the stove, would she? “Bianca? Are you home? Where are you, sweetheart?” Only the whir of the heater broke the silence. Worried she’d fallen asleep in the tub again, he checked the bathroom. Luckily, he found it empty, and he breathed a deep sigh of relief. “Okay, are you waiting for me in the bedroom?” With a very special Christmas gift? Maybe she awaited him naked, wearing only a large bow around her waist like last year. His cock flexed and his blood surged.

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Excited as a little boy getting a shiny new bike, he rubbed his hands together and opened the door wide. There was a naked body curled sexily on a brand new red and green satin bedspread, wrapped in a big red velvet bow only it wasn’t Bianca. It wasn’t even female! Gulp! “Merry Christmas,” Brendan, the hottie from Bianca’s office, drawled huskily. Jealousy and anger battled with his lust. A conflicted mess, Ty looked around for Bianca. “What’s the meaning of this? Where’s Bianca? Is she screwing around on me?” Brendan laughed throatily and rolled his eyes. “No silly. I’m her Christmas gift to you.” He pointed at the bow, just above his huge cock that was swiftly showing signs of life. “Don’t you see the bow?” Dumbfounded, Ty’s gaze glued to the man’s beautiful cock, and his mouth went dry. “You’re my Christmas gift from Bianca?” he echoed. A million thoughts crashed into one another. Had he said or done something to make her suspect his sexuality, his feelings? Had she found his stash of male porn? Was this her way of saying goodbye? Was she going out of his life in style? Just what in the hell was going on? He felt so guilty he couldn’t stand it. He couldn’t bear to lose her. Barely able to breathe, he whispered, “Why?” in a ragged voice. Brendan rose and sashayed over to him. “She loves you, man, so much she’s giving you this incredible choice. She wants you to be happy. She’s quite a woman. If I ever decide to get married, I want one just like her.” Ty didn’t like the sound of that, as if Brendan had designs on his woman. And yet, he understood where the guy was coming from. Shoving his hair behind his ears, he squinted at his so-called present. Feeling like two souls warring in one body, he wanted to deck the guy for getting near his woman, while he also wanted to throw out his inhibitions and ravish and be ravished by him. Was he going nuts? That had to be the answer. What else could it be? Unless he was having the weirdest dream ever. “It’s not a trap, if that’s what you’re thinking. This is on the level,” Brendan said gently but with conviction. “I’ve worked with Bianca for a long time. She doesn’t play games like that. You should know that.”

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Yeah, he knew that. But it irked him that this other man knew her well enough to say so. But the rules had done a one-eighty. If his head was spinning like he was on a broken Ferris wheel, what must Bianca feel like? Looking at the ceiling, trying to sort out his jumbled emotions, he shook his head. “I just don’t know. What woman would do something like this?” He looked back at Brendan’s beribboned penis and pointed at it. That was a mistake if he’d intended to keep his head on straight for now Brendan’s cock had swollen and hung thick. The velvety shaft was throbbing, long, and rock hard, all for him. That luscious cock is hard for me. It wants to drive into me, to fuck me. His cock sprang to life and before he realised what he was doing, he licked his lips. “You know you want me to fuck you, so why fight it? You’ve got permission. In case you forgot, I’m your special present.” Masterfully, Brendan kissed him, bending him back over his strong arm. He stroked Ty’s hair and then the swelling bulge in his slacks. Unable to fight his desire a second longer, Ty opened his lips and mated his tongue to Brendan’s. When the wet cock throbbed against his hand, he couldn’t stop himself from curling his fingers around it, feeling guilty but delightfully decadent. His other arm snaked around Brendan’s shoulder and he let his fingers play in the soft hair at the nape of his partner’s neck. When he came up for air, Ty rasped, “Why?” Brendan winked and started to slide out the buttons of Ty’s shirt. “Like I keep telling you, because she wants you to be happy. And maybe because she wants to be sure you know what—and who—you truly want to spend your life with before she makes any commitments. She’s a smart cookie.” Ty’s head spun. His breath scorching his throat, he rasped on short breaths, “But why would Bianca give me a naked man to make me happy?” That only made sense if she knew… Suddenly, his heart stopped and his gaze flew to the bed. Realisation dawned. “She found them.” Brendan nodded as he unzipped Ty’s pants and drew him to the bed. “Give the man a prize. That’s one special lady you’ve got.” Sitting on the edge of the mattress, he pulled Ty’s

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pants down and held them while he stepped out. Then he rolled off Ty’s underwear coaxing his cock to spring out. Reverently, Brendan stroked Ty’s pulsing erection. “Umm…so very beautiful. So big.” He leaned closer and swirled his hot tongue around the head. Gently, he pumped the shaft and gently tugged Ty to the bed. So yummy… So incredibly wonderful. Rockets exploded in the air and his every nerve ending quivered. This man could suck his dick anytime. The way he licked and sucked, nipped and nibbled, Ty could tell how much he loved sucking dick. As much as he loved it when Bianca took his cock into her mouth, Brendan was an expert that seemed to know how to bring him to the brink of ecstasy, draw back, and then take him to the edge again on the most thrilling roller coaster ride of his life. “I’m the luckiest man in the world.” Quivering, Ty closed his eyes and let the awesome sensations wash over him as he shrugged out of his shirt and lay naked on the bed beside his present. Brendan wrapped himself around Ty and then ducked his head between Ty’s legs, as he positioned his heavy cock before Ty’s mouth. He stroked Ty’s cock and swept his tongue from the tip to the base. “How long have you been attracted to men?” Ty could barely think for the raw emotions flooding him. Focusing on the beautiful cock begging him to take it in his mouth, his eyes crossed. Its musky scent hypnotised him and he was becoming too inebriated to think. He’d been craving this since before he’d met Bianca but been reluctant to admit his true feelings. Also, in love with Bianca, he’d been fearful of her reaction. Suddenly, relief washed over him. “Longer than I can remember.” Unable to hold back, he opened his lips wide and took Brendan’s penis in his mouth as far as it would reach. It tickled the back of his throat and stretched his lips. Slowly, it began to fuck his mouth. So deliriously happy, so raw with need, Ty writhed uncontrollably. He was a livewire of aching need, a huge conduit of energy. Afraid he would hurt Brendan, he let the huge cock slide out of his mouth and he kissed the end. Like a schoolboy fucking his first virgin, his come shot way into the back of Brendan’s throat. To Ty’s delight, Brendan lapped and drank greedily. He pumped Ty’s cock until no more came. Then he rolled to his side and pushed his cock back into Ty’s mouth.

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Tingling with a rainbow of colourful sensations, Ty worshipped Brendan’s long, thick shaft as the man’s groin pushed and pulled against his face. His hair tangled around Brendan’s strong thighs and between Brendan’s fingers. Feeling as if he was climbing that rainbow high into the heavens, hoping he wouldn’t slip and crash to the ground on the slippery slope, he held on tight. The prospect of sliding down that rainbow into the orgasmic pot of gold waiting at the glorious end whet his appetite a hundred fold and he ground his hips against Brendan’s face. The door eased open and the soft pad of footsteps alerted Ty to another presence, but he was too mesmerised to release the divine cock. Illicit thrills pricked his veins. The bed depressed and Bianca lay beside him, smiling. Ty did a double take to assure he wasn’t hallucinating. Was she really smiling? In several of his fantasies, she’d been snarling, accusing him of breaking her heart, even sobbing. He crashed to his senses and pulled away from Brendan. Pushing his hot and sweaty hair away from his face, he tried to get a reading on his lady, but her beautiful pixyish features went in and out of focus. Questions sparkled in her emerald eyes. “Merry Christmas. I hope you like your gift,” she whispered softly, tremulously. Caught dead to rights and not sure how to handle this sticky situation, Ty caressed her cheek. “Merry Christmas, baby. I take it you found my stash?” She nodded and her gaze slid away from his. She tilted her head at Brendan who had moved off to the side. His hands were clasped behind his back and he stood on display in all his naked glory, his cock still full and heavy, evidence of his betrayal. “Is this what makes you happy?” Damn! He shouldn’t have accepted this so-called gift so readily, shouldn’t have given in like a randy schoolboy when faced with his first chance at gay sex. She obviously wasn’t okay with this. “Was this a test?” If it was, he’d just royally failed. She gulped and rounded her eyes heavenward. “I wouldn’t call it a ‘test’.” “Then what would you call it? If you’re breaking up with me, this is a very unique way.” Not to mention having the lousiest timing in the world.

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“I didn’t say that.” She dashed away a tear dangling on the tip of her lashes and then splayed her hands and looked to Brendan of all people. “I don’t know what to think. How to feel.” Brendan nodded and motioned for her to go on. Why was she looking to Brendan and not to him? That smarted. Weren’t their hearts irretrievably tied together? The jealousy raced back. Was something going on he didn’t know about? Major confusion grasped Ty, and he shook himself. “What’s going on, here? Entrapment? Or are you two an item and I’m the last to find out?” Bianca clasped his hands and squeezed. “No entrapment. And no, Brendan and I haven’t had a ‘thing’ going on behind your back. I want you to search your soul and tell me what you want. Everything you want. No lies. No subterfuge. Just the whole truth. Don’t try to save my feelings. In the long run, you will save me, save yourself, if you’re totally, completely honest.” Of course, he wanted to save her feelings. She meant everything to him. He wished these other feelings and cravings would vanish—but they wouldn’t. He couldn’t lie to himself any longer, and he could no longer lie to her. He pulled her against his heart and held her close, kicking himself that she was trembling. Stroking her hair, he murmured in her ear. “I love you with all my heart. But I have these carnal cravings I can’t explain. It felt so good—but so different—just now. It was just sex. It wasn’t love.” He stole a glance at Brendan over Bianca’s head and was glad to see the other man hadn’t taken offence. He hadn’t meant any. “I want to spend my life with you. But sometimes…” He got choked up and couldn’t continue for a deep-rooted fear he was about to lose the most precious person in his life. “sometimes, I fantasise about being fucked by a man. I can’t deny that felt incredible—in a totally different way than when I’m with you.” “Better?” The one word almost broke his heart and he drew her closer, protectively, trying to protect her from himself, cursing himself. “No. Not better. Totally divorced from what I feel for you, with you.”

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“So do you want to break up with me? Or at least take a step back while you decide what you want?” Hell no! Why was everything getting so mucked up? Why had he let his dick do all the thinking? When he’d seen that big, juicy cock wrapped in a red bow his carnal lust had done all the thinking. “That’s the complete opposite of what I want. I-I…” Desperate to hold onto her, he wanted to get down on one knee and propose, to swear everything would be okay, but he realised how ludicrous that would look under the circumstances so he let his sentence trial off. Instead, he said, “We’ll work this out.” “I have a suggestion, if I may speak,” Brendan said, moving closer. They both looked askance at the other man. Finally, Bianca spoke. “What is it?” “Remember how I suggested you have revenge sex—with me?” “Remember how I said I don’t want revenge?” she shot back like rapid bullet fire. Brendan backed up a step and held out his hands. “I stated that badly. Let me back up. “Have you ever heard, if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em?” After a pregnant pause while Ty tried to digest what he was hearing, Brendan continued, “We’re all hot for each other. Let’s just enjoy one another tonight then we’ll sort things out later.” Ty noodled the idea as he grew aroused at the thought of ravishing and being ravished by his two beautiful companions. It was too late to pretend he wasn’t hot and bothered. His naked, swollen cock gave him away. He cursed his nakedness for he couldn’t hide anything. As if reading his mind, Bianca stepped out of the circle of his arms and looked pointedly at his cock. Dryly, she said, “I think that’s one ‘yes’ vote.” Brendan didn’t wait for a verbal response from Bianca but pulled her into his arms and plundered her lips. To Ty’s surprise and shock, she returned the kiss, and let her hands stroke up and down his naked length. Unable to object without being the ultimate hypocrite, Ty watched. He wanted to drag the other man off her, to tattoo himself on her heart, to declare his undying love and devotion, but that would make him the world’s biggest charlatan to have ever lived. If it would stop his internal civil war, he’d give himself a lobotomy. Raw and reeling, he searched his heart. If having sex with the other man made her feel better, gave her pleasure, saved

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their relationship, he’d agree to anything. As utterly painful as this was, it was the only solution. She deserved the same kind of gift—that of unconditional love and putting him first—that she’d showered upon him. He lay beside them on the bed and watched, losing himself in the beauty of the sexual dance. After what seemed an eternity as he watched his woman with his new lover, they broke apart. Then Bianca lowered herself on the bed and her attention to Ty. She took his cock in her hands. Then she swirled her tongue over it with a long, luscious sweep. Jolts of electricity seared Ty and he bucked. Relief flooded him. This was too good to be true, too unbelievable to be happening to him. Brendan shoved his cock into Ty’s mouth and he frantically gyrated his hips. He tightly held Ty’s head as his moans turned into cries. Moments later, his come squirted into Ty’s mouth. Rich and creamy, it tasted like the forbidden nectar of the gods. Finally spent, Brendan pulled out of Ty’s mouth and rolled onto his back. With a hooded, dreamy expression, Brendan drawled, “That was awesome, man.” He turned to watch Ty and Bianca. Again, Ty was overcome by the whirling sensations. Ravenously, he gulped it down even as he feverishly pumped his cock deep into Bianca’s mouth. How had he lived thirty plus years without ever having tasted anything like this? Meanwhile, Bianca’s lips felt silky, warm, and wet like her cunt, with the added pleasure of her sucking, licking, and nipping. “You’re such a tease!” How he adored the minx. Before his cum exploded into her mouth, he pulled out and flipped around. He wanted to be inside her hot folds when he came, to be home. His love for her swelling ten-fold, eternally grateful that this special lady was his, he gathered her against his heart. Gently, he sucked her bottom lip into his mouth. Then he murmured against her lips, “Have I told you lately just how very much I love you?” She nodded and rubbed her nose against his. “But I’d love to hear it again.” “I love you and I’m the luckiest man on earth to have you as mine. Don’t forget that.” To emphasise his point, he trailed his fingers down through the valley of her breasts, along her flat tummy, to her quivering pussy. Eager to feel her wetness, he ran the tip of his finger along her slit and then worked it inside.

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“Who’s the tease now?” She ground her pussy against his hand and gyrated her hips. “Fingers are awesome, but big juicy cocks are better. Hint hint.” Since when didn’t he take her hints? Hadn’t he bought the Hawaii tickets she’d been hinting at? And the wedding ring? With a primitive growl rising in his chest, he crawled atop her and plundered her treasures. His flesh slick and hot with perspiration, he slid easily against her equally slippery body. Breathless, he said against the pulse point at the base of her throat, “How’s this? Is my cock big and juicy enough for you? Is this hot enough?” She turned him on so much she made him hotter than dancing on the sun. A throaty chuckle bubbled up on her lips. With a sly smile, she wound her fingers through his hair and held him prisoner. “Um, it’s utterly indescribably delicious. I’ll never be able to get enough of you.” And he never wanted to escape. “Nor I of you.” Bottle rockets fired and in a mad frenzy, he drove into her until the last one exploded. In ecstasy, he floated to earth on a brilliant array of colours. Exhausted, they lay on the bed with Ty in the middle. He realised he must have fallen asleep for suddenly, he was awoken when Brendan hugged him and kissed him sensuously on his lips. The kiss deepened and they wrapped their arms around each other. Brendan rubbed his swelling cock against Ty’s thigh. He lifted his lips long enough to mutter urgently, “We’re not done yet, sweetheart. You have a lot more to learn.” Bianca, just waking up, yawning widely, released Ty and scooted to the edge of the bed. With a graceful nymph-like sway, she rolled off the bed and strolled to the dresser to pick up a gold-foil wrapped present. Licking her lips, she murmured huskily, “Brendan brought you a gift.” She lifted off the box lid and tilted the container, showing off hundreds of brightly coloured Christmas condoms. “Isn’t this so very thoughtful?” To Ty’s relief, she winked, and a mischievous twinkle danced in her eyes. She didn’t sound in the least bit jealous or sad anymore. New to their ménage, Ty felt a twinge of jealousy. He’d laid sole claim to Bianca’s heart, body, and soul for so long, he’d never given a thought to sharing her, even for a moment.

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Now that he was sharing her body, he wasn’t sure if he could honestly share her heart. He wanted that all for himself. Brendan glanced over his shoulder as a sly smile curved his cheeks. “They’re for you, too, darlin’.” Bianca coloured prettily and she batted her lashes at Brendan. “I wouldn’t have it any other way, lover.” Bewilderment nipped at the edge’s of Ty’s conscious. Could one session of lovemaking make her fall in love with Brendan? Could he be falling in love with him? Was it more than just physical pleasure? Could they all three love one another without jealousy or rancour? He felt like he’d been sucked into the future, into a world where love was free and no one judged who should be allowed to love who, or how they loved. Utopia. Had they found paradise? He suspected they just might have, if they could let love rule their lives. Counting slowly to ten and taking a deep breath, he schooled himself Brendan’s smile grew wider. “I like the sound of that.” His gaze darkened, devouring her. “Why aren’t you naked yet? Do we have to spank you?” Bianca graced them with her siren’s smile, the one that had stolen Ty’s heart. “Ooh! I might like that.” Really? Why had she never expressed this to him? Just how well did he really know her, this woman who claimed his heart? Dazed, but feeling naughtier, Ty shook his head. “What an eye-opening experience.” Brendan chuckled and then pressed a quick kiss to Ty’s swollen lips. “See what you’ve been missing? You’ll have to invite me more often.” Still feeling a bit guilty, Ty drew in his breath and shot a furtive glance to Bianca to ascertain her reaction. He hoped she agreed. One walk on the wild side would never quench his thirst. Now that he’d had a hit, he feared he was addicted. He’d need regular fixes. How could he go the rest of his life never feeling a cock inside him again? Never tasting another one? It was like eating chocolate for the first time after a lifetime of eating just plain vanilla. Although he loved vanilla, chocolate was so incredibly rich, so sinfully delicious, he wondered how he’d ever lived without tasting that flavour. After what seemed an eternity, Bianca offered the box of latex treasures to them, one at a time. She pushed her hair behind one ear and gazed frankly at them. “Why did we ever

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wait so long?” Then she gave Ty a mock glare. At least, he hoped it was fake. “You’re not supposed to keep secrets from the woman you love.” He’d hated the lies and the secrecy. He’d lied to her. He’d lied to himself. He’d lied to everybody. He’d been afraid to admit who he was, what he wanted. He’d suppressed his innermost feelings, his fantasies. Thanks to the lovely Bianca, he was finally liberated. He could start getting to know himself, to appreciate his many sides, and not drown in the quicksand in which he’d been sinking. His life with her meant everything and he wouldn’t give it up easily. Thanks to her, he’d been saved. He unwrapped a Christmas red condom from its foil pack and poised it over the tip of Brendan’s cock. A new level of trust and love began to build deep inside him. “I was so scared I’d lose you, I couldn’t bring myself to admit my feelings, even to myself. Believe me, darlin’, I’ll never keep secrets from you again.” A grin broke across her lips. “I doubt anything can top this secret.” Him either. If she could take this, she could take anything. She was the strongest, most beautiful woman he’d ever met and ever would. She eclipsed the stars in the heavens. And Brendan was the most beautiful, the hottest man he’d ever laid eyes on. He was so blown away. Naked in bed with the two sexiest, most romantic people on Earth, he was the luckiest son of a bitch alive. And for Christmas at that. What a celebration! His fingers on fire wherever he touched his lover, Ty rolled the thin latex down Brendan’s feverish cock. He ached to know it more intimately and to be manhandled. Brendan kissed the tip of Ty’s cock with lingering lips. With his hands warm and exciting around the throbbing dick, he exchanged the favour and slid a pine green condom over Ty’s girth. “Safe sex, lover.” He winked saucily. “Tell me all your fantasies and your deepest, darkest desires.” Shuddering, Ty caressed Brendan’s nipples and then rubbed his palms along his rock hard abs. “I want you to fuck me until I scream for mercy. Then I want to fuck you until you’re trembling and moaning. And then I want Bianca to ride my big dick while you fuck her from behind.” Yipping, Bianca jumped off the bed. She crossed her arms over her heart and backed against the dresser. “I-I didn’t wish for that. I…”

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“All women do, darlin’. Unless you have a thing for other women?” Brendan rolled to his side and quirked his brow. “I could get into you and another babe.” Ty’s gaze caressed the beautiful woman hiding half in, half out of the shadows in the dim light as the clock ticked toward midnight. “If that’s what you want, it’s yours. Anything that makes you happy.”

She bit her lip and her gaze widened on their twitching cocks. Finally, her passion glazing her eyes, she licked her lips. “Hurry up and fuck so I can get my turn. I’m just hot for the two of you.” “Take off your clothes, baby,” Ty pleaded. “Lick my dick while he fucks me.” Desire turned her eyes almost jade as she silently nodded and stripped, letting her clothes drop in a heap around her feet. Her endearing shyness made him chuckle and his love swelled a thousand fold. Quivering and quaking, his cock engorged, he stood on his hands and knees. The soft cloud of his hair fanned around him and grazed the mattress. Nervous and exited all at the same time, primitive growls rose from deep in his belly as he rubbed his buttocks against Brendan’s hot cock. As much as he’d fantasised just such a scene, it felt so surreal. He still couldn’t believe he was really fucking and being fucked by a man. And with Bianca watching and cool with it, to boot. “What are you waiting for man? Give it to me.” Brendan spread his palms wide across Ty’s waist and held him tight. “Are you prepared for the most amazing ride of your life?” Ty closed his eyes and, unable to wait one more moment, impatiently ground back against his partner. “Fuck me!” “Hand me the lube. Bianca, do me the honours of putting it on, babe.” With a naughty smile, Bianca not only brought the lube to Brendan as bade, she spread it with glee over his long, shiny cock. A few times, her soft flesh grazed Ty’s butt as she prepared Brendan to make love to him, and he was in awe. This truly was a trio of lovemaking. She didn’t look at all hesitant or upset. If anything, she seemed to be getting into her job. As hot as he was for the cock to spread him, he couldn’t deny Bianca her pleasure. He just wished she’d hurry so he could get his turn.

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Finally, after what felt like an eternity, Brendan entered him reverently. His fingers bit into Ty’s flesh as he held on. As waves of excruciating pleasure ripped through Ty, he howled. Thunder shook his soul and the bed rocked as he ground his butt against Brendan. Finally naked, her nipples tight little buds, Bianca slid under him. Feathery and light, she ran her fingertips up the length of his heavy cock. She positioned a pillow beneath her head. Slowly, she eased off the condom and tossed it aside. Then she arched her back so that her nipples played with his cock and his oozing seed lubricated her breasts. Minx! Ooh, how incredibly sexy… Panting, hardly able to breathe, Ty watched as Bianca took his cock into her mouth, past her luscious lips. He mouthed, “I love you,” even as his hair caressed her nymph-like curves. Brendan hammered his cock into him harder, deeper, and wilder while Bianca gently pumped Ty’s cock, licked, and kissed its length. The earth began to shake, and then it opened beneath Ty with a terrific roar that threatened to engulf him. Comets blazed across his heavens and crashed in a splendorous glory as he quaked and quivered. With one final thrust, Brendan yowled and held Ty prisoner as spasm upon spasm ebbed into Ty. Gloriously spent, Ty fell onto the bed beside Bianca as Brendan also curled up to him and snaked a possessive arm around his waist. Lost in the best Twilight Zone ever, he revelled in these new, wonderful feelings. Rapture claimed him. He couldn’t imagine heaven being any better. Pondering the difference between fucking Bianca and fucking Brendan, he scratched his chin as he stared at the ceiling. So far at least, it was just physical pleasure when he fucked Brendan. It was much more than that when he was with Bianca—romance, love, souls meeting and mating. Ty brushed light kisses across his lady’s lips and then turned and mated his tongue with Brendan’s in a deep, soul-searing kiss.

So turned on she could barely stand it, Bianca lost herself in the heat wave that threatened to set her soul on fire. Her gaze glued to the two hot cocks within touching distance as crystals of light bounced off the glistening flesh. Yearning to be stretched and

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claimed by them, she grew impatient. But as tonight was all about Ty and his pleasure, she tamped down her raging emotions and feasted her eyes on the magnificent sight as she massaged her clit. Spreading her legs wider, she cupped her aching pussy and dipped her finger into her moist well. As the men’s breathing became raspier and Ty took the dominant position behind Brendan, a tsunami of desire engulfed her. “So hot,” she whispered, barely audible to her own ears as her man pumped his cock into the other man and ecstasy lit his features. As the bed pitched like a roiling sea, she pinched and played with her nipple and ground her pussy against her other hand. Her moans were lost under the thunderous bellows of the men as they rocked back and forth with an increasing frenzy that threatened to level the building. Hypnotised by the ebb and flow of their rhythm, intoxicated by their muskiness, bliss claimed Bianca and she played with her aching clit until she was spent. Once she could breathe again, she rolled onto her side and let her gaze devour the beautiful live art of the muscular, honed bodies dancing the ancient dance. She wished she was a sculptor and could capture their essence for posterity. Feeling extremely hedonistic, she revelled in the decadent pleasure and wondered how much more wonderful Ty must feel. “Merry Christmas,” she whispered as she congratulated herself on finding the perfect gift. Giggles overcame her as she wondered how she could market her epiphany to the masses. Too soon, Ty drove one final time into Brendan with a deafening roar and rose godlike above his partner. His buttocks tightened as he ground his hips against the other man’s rump. Not wanting to miss a second of the erotic show, Bianca turned one hundred eighty degrees for a better view. She swooned as Ty pulled his engorged, glistening cock inch by excruciating inch out of Brendan. He rolled the condom off and tossed it in the nearby trash. There were plenty more thanks to Bianca’s planning. The clock struck midnight and church bells chimed in a familiar Christmas hymn as Christmas magic shrouded her. “Merry Christmas,” she said louder this time.

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The men echoed her and then lay on each side of her. Ty curled his arm about her waist and nuzzled her neck in a familiar sleepiness she found comforting. Brendan laid his arm across her breasts and played with her hair. “Thank you for giving me the best Christmas I’ve ever had.” A tingly glow enveloped her as exhaustion overtook her and she cuddled against her lovers.

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Chapter Four

Bianca was awoken by tender, nuzzling lips. In a fog, she blinked against the insistent early morning light peeking through the slats of their blinds. Yawning, she stretched her arms wide—and bumped into warm bodies on both sides. Wild, uninhibited memories crashed into her awareness. Her eyes flew wide open and her heart pounded wildly against her ribs. So she hadn’t dreamed their fantastic, wicked night. Wondering which man caressed her so tenderly, she glanced down and found Ty nibbling his way to her breasts. His gleaming tresses fanned around them and his beard tickled her flesh. Squirming, she arched her back in invitation when he neared her aching breast. “Suckle me,” she pleaded. To her immense surprise, her other breast was claimed by a pair of warm lips first. Writhing, she turned her head to find Brendan’s raven head buried against her chest. When he licked and nibbled, and then pulled her nipple deep into his mouth, she began to buck. Ty chuckled and began to caress her pussy, softly at first and then with increasing ardour. Lifting his head, he gazed into her eyes. “It’s time for your Christmas present.” Bianca’s heart flipped over and unable to speak, she nodded. She’d been so afraid Ty would abandon her, she’d been colder than the snow outside and out of breath for the past couple days. After this dreamy night, she was able to not only breathe again, but to laugh and smile, she almost drowned in the relief flooding her. Her future looked brighter than the morning sun that winked at her through the slit in the blinds. She loved Christmas, the presents, the festivities, but most of all the love and peace for which the season was famous. By giving Ty this special present, she’d also given one to herself. She had peace of mind again. She could live with this whatever the final outcome. Chilled air made her shiver when Ty removed his warmth and stretched out on his back. With a mischievous glint in his amber eyes, he crooked a finger. “Climb aboard for the ride of your life.”

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Brendan released her and winked. “Are you waiting for a better offer?” Playfully, he slapped her behind when she rose to her knees. She turned and stuck out her tongue at him. “What could be better?” Brendan tsk-tsked. “Remember what I told you? Stick that tongue out at me and you’d better be prepared to use it.” Her gaze travelled down to his burgeoning cock and she allowed it to linger. Licking her lips slowly and provocatively, she drawled, “Love to. It’s ready and willing.” Ty growled. “Later.” He captured her hand and dragged her over to him. He lifted his hips off the mattress, his cock standing straight up, commanding attention. “Get on. You can suck him off later.” He spread his hands around her waist and lifted her over him. “I want to fuck you.” Delicious trembling coursed through her, but the devil prompted her to tease him and get him hotter. She straddled him but hovered above his cock. She propped herself against his broad chest as she grazed the tip of his cock with her swollen, ravenous pussy lips. Who was she teasing more? Him or her? All she knew is that she had never been so turned on in her life. She’d never experienced so many multiple orgasms. The mattress depressed and a pair of hands spread across her buttocks. Then a gentle finger slid down her butt crack and spread it. Tenderly, it found her anus and slowly worked its way inside. So very hot… Her torch burned hotter, brighter than ever before. Quivering, she yelped and ground her butt against the exquisite sensations. Greedy, wanting all of it, she slid down Ty’s length. Delicious shivers radiated out from her pussy, consuming her. “Ooh.” She tightly clenched his cock as she ground her hips against his. When she began to rise, Brendan held her down. He whispered in her ear, “Hold on a sec. Promise it’ll be worth the wait.” Hot and slick, his cock slid against her. Squirming on top of the big cock already inside her, her anticipation catapulted to fever pitch. Amidst this Christmas magic, all her fantasies faded. The real thing was so very much better! “Give it to me!” Brendan leaned closer and nibbled her ear. He whispered and his seductive tones made her insides quake. “How bad do you want it?”

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“Bad,” she pleaded. “Real bad.” Ty gyrated and wielded his cock expertly, making her moan. “Don’t forget me, baby.” Gently, he kneaded her breasts then squeezed with more fervour. As exquisite sensations collided one against another, she blew a kiss to the man who’d claimed her heart and soul. “No danger of tha...” Brendan entered into her from behind, stealing the breath and the words from her body. Stretched beyond her wildest imaginations, she was filled to overflowing. Her heart thumped wildly against her ribs. The echoes filled her mind like war drums and screams wrenched from her throat. She arched back against her new lover and let her hair cascade across his chest. Brendan nuzzled her neck with warm, moist lips and whispered, “Like this?” Moans spilled out of her. “Love it.” A total understatement! This completely redefined sex as she knew it. She’d have to get a regular fix of this heady stuff. Ty gyrated into her from underneath, achieving impossibly deep, incredible penetration as he ripped the breath from her scorched lungs. She knew the two men had to feel each other’s huge cocks through her thin membrane as they took her on the most out of control roller coaster ride of her life. They pushed and pulled, rammed and sucked, and took her on a journey way beyond her wildest fantasies. It was as if they fucked each other as they fucked her in the perfect triad. “Do…you…think…Santa…will…add…us…to…his…naughty…list?” she said as she rasped for breath. Ty hooted. “If he ever tried this, it would go on his ‘very nice’ list.” Brendan laughed huskily and wielded his cock most expertly. “Most definitely. I’m already addicted.” “Me, too,” Bianca said, swallowing a happy sigh. If she died this night, she’d die the happiest woman to have ever lived. This was far better than anything Santa could ever put in her stocking. And then she couldn’t breathe. She couldn’t speak. Meteor showers reigned over her as she strained to swallow every luscious inch of Ty’s cock. Wave upon wave of rapture threatened to drown her in a tsunami of pleasure.

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“You coming, baby?” Ty asked as he plunged into her one final time as his shudders rolled into her. “Ooh, yeah,” was all she could get out. She’d become a pleasure whore. When she could breathe again, she added, “We should’ve done this years ago. We should do this at least once a week.” In reality, she yearned for 24-7 carnal intimacy with their two beautiful cocks. “Anything to make you happy, baby,” Ty echoed her thoughts. Bianca laid down on Ty, crushing her breasts to his chest. She revelled in their hearts beating against one another. “God, but I love you,” she murmured against his lips. “God, I love you guys,” Brendan echoed as he pulled from Bianca then lay beside them and curled his arms around them. “Isn’t this cosy? Just the three of us?” “Um…” She nodded. “Pure Christmas magic.” In the act of finding the perfect gift for Ty, she’d found one for herself as well. Lingering in bed, they took turns fondling, kissing, and making love. Finally, Brendan arose and stretched. “I have a command performance with my family so I must bid you adieu.” Still naked, his cock flaccid, he snapped to attention and sharply saluted. “Her majesty the Colonel hates it when I’m late. She wants me to bake homemade bread and cookies.” Bianca’s mouth watered at mention of all the goodies. With a devilish glint in her eyes, she winked and pleaded, “Bring some over to us tonight.” “You bet.” Brendan’s grin spread from one ear to the other. “And I’ll bring some eggnog.” “We’ve got the champagne,” Bianca said as she blew a kiss to her new lover. “Go and have a very merry Christmas with your family.” Brendan bent low and dropped tantalising, lingering kisses on first Bianca’s lips, then Ty’s. Against Ty’s he murmured huskily, “You both have a very merry Christmas, too.” “It already is,” Ty replied as he pulled Bianca into the crook of his arm and caressed her pussy with his other hand. His thumb caressed her clit while he delved a finger into her juicy well. Trembling anew, Bianca’s breath caught in her throat as she curled into his scrumptious warmth. “Thank you for helping me to give Ty his very special Christmas present.”

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Brendan’s eyes glazed with renewed passion as they narrowed on them. “My pleasure. But if you guys keep that up I may never leave.” Ty released Bianca and pushed his hair away from his eyes as he sat up and crossed his legs Indian style. “I have several Christmas ties in the closet. Feel free to borrow one. The mothers like that sort of thing.” Brendan crooked his brow and drawled sarcastically, “And I bet you won’t be trying to please your mother today?” Ty chuckled, his voice overflowing with glee. “She’s in St. Bart’s for the holiday. We celebrated early—with her. Enjoy the tie, dude.” Brendan scrambled about in the closet as his bare-assed butt cutely wiggled. Finally he pulled out a garish Christmas tie featuring a huge Rudolf the Reindeer complete with blinking red nose and dangled it before their noses. “Now I’m in the Christmas spirit.” Bianca held her shaking belly and laughed out loud. “Funny, I’ve been in the Christmas spirit for hours.” “Me, too.” Ty gave Brendan the thumbs up sign. He waved him away. “You’d better get a move on.” Brendan scowled. “You two want to be alone.” Ty adopted an all-too-innocent expression before he broke out in a guilty grin. “Maybe…” “I’ll…be…back,” Brendan said in a perfect imitation of Schwarzenegger’s Terminator. Bianca squirmed and smiled. “I can’t wait.” Brendan’s cell phone chimed “Jingle Bells” in a tinny, irritating sort of fashion and he grimaced. “They’re tracking me down.” He blew them a big, exaggerated kiss and bowed. “Chill the champagne.” “Already chilling.” Ty wiggled his brows. When the front door closed with finality, Ty pulled Bianca into his arms and kissed the tip of her nose. He gazed at her with complete and total adoration. “I thought he’d never leave.” Her brows drew together and her forehead creased. “I thought you liked that?” “I loved it.” He sucked her lower lip into his mouth then devoured her lips as his cock bloomed against her pussy. “But I love you more. Much, much more.”

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His voice husky, he murmured against her ear, “Cara mia mi, will you be mine until the end of time and beyond?” Bianca’s heart stopped and her jaw dropped wide open as she stared up at him. Her wedding ring finger tingled and quivers attacked her entire body. As much as she’d longed for this, they needed time to come to terms with this new facet of their lives. “Do you mean…?” Ty captured her hand and singled out her fourth finger. Then he pulled a sapphire blue velvet box out from the pocket of his pants that had been dropped to the floor and held it out to her. He snapped it open and a blazing diamond ring almost blinded her. “Marry me?” Thrilled, she gaped at the shiny ring. She threw her arms around him and almost shouted, “Yes,” loud enough for her family to hear her all the way in California. Her lips trembling, her body feverish, a smile bloomed over her face. Clamping her fingers over his, closing the box, she chose her words carefully, “I love you with all my heart and soul. What do you think?” When his expression fell, she caressed his cheek and quickly added, “Yes, you dork. Would I have gone through all this, given you the absolute best gift in the world, if I didn’t love you with every breath in me?” “Never, ever scare me like that again. I don’t even want to think about living the rest of my life without you. Promise me we will always be open and honest with one another, forever.” He pulled back and studied her face. She tapped his chin. “Forever,” she echoed. “As long as you promise to include me in your forbidden fantasies. No extra-curricular sex without me along. Deal?” “Deal.” Her heart sang knowing she could trust him to keep his promise. The happiest woman in the world, she bestowed him with a smile so sunny it would surely melt the foot of snow cover beyond the front door. “Merry Christmas, baby.” He handed her the other gift. “I hope you’ll say ‘yes’ to this gift, too.” Ty was the man who’d claimed her heart and soul. He was her everything. How could she say no to anything his heart desired? She felt equally sure he felt the same about her. With jittery fingers, she unwrapped twin tickets to Hawaii. When she’d read them, and reread them at least five times to be sure they weren’t playing tricks on her, her eyes

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grew wide and she bounded into his arms. Her soul already walking on those moon drenched beaches as she gazed deeply into his eyes, she kissed him soundly. Finally, she pulled back and murmured huskily, “How can I say no to the perfect gift? You bet.”

About the Author Ashley Ladd lives in South Florida with her husband, five children, and beloved pets. She loves the water, animals (especially cats), and playing on the computer. She's been told she has a wicked sense of humour and often incorporates humour and adventure into her books. She also adores very spicy romance, which she weaves into her stories. She loves receiving email from her fans at [email protected] and she also invites you to visit her cyber home at: www.ashleyladd.com. Email: [email protected] Ashley Ladd loves to hear from readers. You can find her contact information, website and author biography at http://www.ashleyladd.com and http://www.totalebound.com.

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