Boots, Chaps, and Cowboy Hats (Taming Team Ten (Book One))

  “Dude, suck it the fuck up, we are not haunting you. We just needed to complete one thing before we go. Sable means everything to me. She is my sister. I need to make sure she is okay before I move on,” Frank scoffed and looked at Alex. “I don’t blame you either, get that out of your head and stop wallowing in the guilt. My death cannot be your scape goat to be an asshole.”

  “Stop talking to me,” Alex roared and Sable looked around the room when she realized he was not talking to Slone.

  “Alex, what is Frank saying?” Sable asked.

  “Tell her I am trying to talk sense into you,” Frank grumbled and leaned against the wall.

  “He is being a prick like normal,” Alex said and glared at his teammate.

  “Okay, well that is normal.” Sable laughed nervously. “How do you know he is not a hallucination?”

  Alex swore and looked at Slone who nodded with encouragement. “Gimme something!” Alex ordered his dead friend.

  “Fine, tell her the sock monkey with the cammo hat on, I gave her when I graduated from SEAL training. It was special made for her, on the tag it has my name on it,” Frank said with a roll of her eyes. “Damn, I am a ghost who has to prove I'm dead.”

  Alex conveyed his message, he watched Sable as her eyes widened, and she let the tears brim over her eyes and roll down her cheek. Slone looked like he couldn’t decide which way to turn. Comfort Alex or Sable. Alex settled the struggle by pulling his friend back to the couch and they surrounded Sable, both of them wrapping their arms around Sable and each other as they mourned the death of Frank yet again.

  For a long time they just sat there, holding Sable and giving her comfort as she cried. When she finally stopped and gathered herself a little, she leaned into Alex, laying her head on his shoulder, and whispered.

  “Why is he still here? I mean you gave me the letter and stuff,” Sable asked.

  “I don’t know,” Alex said honestly.

  “Because it is not over, I need her to be safe and secure,” Frank said kneeling in front of the trio. Alex repeated what he said.

  “But I am, I mean I thought I was,” Sable said.

  “What does he mean?” Slone asked.

  “He won't answer, damn idiot says those cryptic things and then disappears, like now—he is gone,” Alex said.

  “Just like when we were kids.” Sable laughed. “He would give me an order and then wait to see if I would follow it.”

  “I guess,” Alex laughed. “I want you to feel like you are safe and secure, too. Maybe you don’t feel like that when you are with us,” he continued in a more serious voice.

  “No,” Sable said forcefully and sat up. “I have never felt like this before with any man, let alone two. You guys make me want things I have never wanted before. I want to move this forward, I want you to be the first men I will ever sleep with and maybe the last.”

  “Shit, darlin', are you saying you are a virgin?” Slone asked.

  Sable blushed and then nodded. “I didn’t want to move this forward until I was sure. I am sure. I want you both so much it hurts, but I don’t want to be sneaking around. If we do this, then you are both moving in here and we see where this leads. Start as we mean to move on.”

  “Uh, well, I don’t sleep real good,” Alex hedged.

  “Nightmares, I know, the walls here are thick, but I can still hear you,” Sable admitted. “There have been several nights I wanted to come to you, I figured you would tell me when you were ready.”

  Alex sighed and looked at Slone who shrugged. “I'm ready.” His friend grinned and Alex thought for a moment.

  “Okay, I'm in, too. Darlin', you have yourself two new roommates,” Alex grumbled and pulled her in close and kissed her soundly. “Tomorrow, we will move our things in. You deserve something special. We will take you out to dinner tomorrow.”

  Sable smiled and nodded, “I would love to.”

  “I will take care of Lou and Timothy.” Slone laughed. “Don’t want to scare them.”

  Sable groaned in embarrassment. “Damn, it will be like sleeping in the same room in my parents' house.”

  “Maybe we can send them to a hotel for the night.” Alex teased.

  “No, start as we mean to go on,” Sable said and they nodded. “Now, how about that movie. I think the Sixth Sense is on somewhere.” She teased.

  Alex laughed and leaned back as Sable kissed Slone and then took the remote and began to find something on TV, while the men joked with each other. They were more relaxed around each other now that everything was out in the open.

  Part Three

  Moving On

  “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.”

  Dr. Seuss

  Chapter Fifteen

  Things were actually going just as the guys planned for once. The day started out like normal, although the anticipation was enough to drive all of them mad. The guys knew something had finally happened, and they teased them but all of them nodded in approval. It made things easier too, when Lou and Timothy claimed to have known it right when they had walked in the door.

  Sable had blushed but Lou gave her a hug, and whispered something in her ear that made their woman giggle. Alex and Slone smiled and went about their day knowing that things were going to work out.

  Finally, the time came for Sable to get ready, she had no clue what to wear, since the guys had few choices and said they were going to Boots for dinner and dancing.

  She chose a pair of jeans and a pretty, pink, lacy top, which showed off her best assets—her boobs. Sable grinned in the mirror as she put on her makeup, she hadn’t worn makeup in months, since she had stayed home all the time, and when she did venture out it was in disguise in the city. Then being on a farm, wearing makeup was really not practical, this was the first time she felt comfortable enough to wear it. Her confidence was coming back, she looked pretty good, she thought when she was done.

  “Knock, knock,” Slone called out to her from her sitting area.

  They were here, she thought and took a deep breath and checked one last time and then opened the door.

  “All ready,” she smiled and then felt herself fall a little more in love with them when they both whistled and looked at her with lustful eyes. She felt better and better as they exclaimed how gorgeous she was.

  “Darlin', we are going to be the talk of the town tonight with you on our arms,” Slone said.

  “Oh yeah, we are gonna have to be on our toes tonight so none of those men get any ideas about trying to take you from us.” Alex teased.

  “Never,” Sable said and kissed both of the men. “I am with only you.”

  “Good to know,” Alex said and then led them out of the room and to the truck.

  The drive to the bar was comfortable and they chatted about their day while they drove. They had fallen into an amazing and real relationship. She was excited to take it to the next level, and intended to make sure the guys knew during dinner, she was ready. There was no turning back.

  This was the first time Sable had been in the bar and she looked around with interest when they entered. She frowned when she saw the cute little bouncy, redheaded waitress. Had the guys been here with her? She was extremely friendly she noticed. Sable put a hand on both her men’s arms as they walked in and found a table. Both of them noticed and kissed her cheek in reassurance. Sable grinned happily when she saw they only had eyes for her, hot steamy looks made her feel much better. They could be trusted—she knew it. They led her to another corner booth, she smiled when she saw where they were sitting, they loved the curved booth so they could put her in the middle, like they had just done.

  “So, what’s on the menu tonight?” Sable asked and reached for the folded menu as Alex grabbed her hand.

  “Something special, sweetheart. You don’t need a menu,” Alex said and then Slone grabbed her other hand.

  “We called ahead and ordered something special,” Slone said.

  “Oh? Well how do you know
I will like it?” Sable teased.

  “We know,” Alex said confidently and they laughed.

  The short bouncy waitress waved and nodded to Alex and Slone and brought over a bottle of wine. “Here you go, guys, just like you ordered. Bubba has your meal almost ready.”

  “Bubba?” Sable said, wondering what the hell Bubba looked like and then frowned thinking she didn’t think anyone named Bubba should be trusted to make their meal.

  “Bubba is a cordon bleu chef from New York whose car broke down and he just stayed. His real name is Fredrick, but everyone decided he looked a little more like a Bubba, and just started calling him that,” Slone explained.

  “How do you know all this?” Sable laughed.

  “I got the scoop when I called, because when I heard the name I hesitated, too,” Slone stated seriously.

  The trio laughed and Alex opened the white wine and poured it for them. Sable sipped a little and hummed in appreciation. She felt like she was the most special woman in the world because of all of their attention. Sable looked around the bar and noticed there were several trios at the bar. It made her feel right at home, although it would not have mattered. After thinking about the situation, it felt natural and right. She wasn’t ashamed in the least for starting this relationship at all. If people didn’t approve, they could fuck right off.

  Their waitress brought a large plate of oysters on the half shell. Sable looked at it warily and the guys laughed at her expression. “They are an aphrodisiac,” Alex said and picked up one and held it out to her. “Try them.”

  Sable looked doubtfully at the shell and then took a deep breath and shrugged before taking the delicacy. She looked at both men before closing her eyes, wrinkling her nose, and opening her mouth. The guys laughed at her and waited until she allowed the oyster to slide off the shell and into her mouth. She swallowed, seemed to pause for a second, and then she opened her eyes and grinned.

  “Hey, these aren’t too bad.” Sable laughed.

  “One of my favorite,” Slone said and ate one.

  They finished off the plate, teasing and laughing with each other the whole time. Sable wondered if the date could be even more perfect.

  The next course they brought were three large pieces of Prime Rib cooked to perfection, with creamy horseradish on the side, and savory au jus, twice-baked potatoes and grilled asparagus. The smells made her stomach growl as she looked at her plate. How amazing. The table was silent as they began to eat; Sable closed her eyes with the first bite of the appetizing meal.

  “How is it?” Alex asked, bumping her shoulder with his. She felt a tingle run down her arm at the connection.

  “Wonderful,” she sighed and took another bite. She almost moaned in appreciation.

  The music turned on and several of the patrons began to dance. Sable watched them as she ate and spoke to Alex and Slone softly. “How many ménages do you think are around here.”

  “The woman at the grocery seemed to think it was becoming the norm around here. She was also very encouraging about it. I think we will be just fine,” Slone said as he pushed his empty plate away. Sable looked at her own and shook her head, they certainly had an appetite, feeding them could be a chore.

  “Ready to dance?” Alex said as he finished his meal.

  Sable nodded and bit her lip. Who would be first? Alex scooted out of the booth on one side and Slone on the other. She gasped when she realized they both wanted to dance with her. She felt her panties dampen when she saw one of the trios already on the dance floor. One of the men in front, the other in back, all of their attention on their woman. Damn, this was gonna be hot.

  Sable scooted around, took Alex’s hand, and allowed him to lead her to the dance floor. It was a slow seductive country song and Alex pulled her into his arms, while Slone took her hips in his hands and brushed her long hair to the side and nuzzled her neck. Shit, she was right, this was going to kill her.

  Alex smiled down at her and moved slowly to the music until they were all in time with each other. She could only feel, and they took control of the dance and moved her slowly with them. Their bodies brushed against one another, she could feel both of their erections as they moved. She wanted to giggle, but the intense feelings were driving her crazy.

  Alex leaned down and brushed his lips against her cheek, and trailed a hot kiss to her ear, while Slone did the same on the other side. Both of them nibbling at her ears whispering hot suggestive things to her.

  “Do you like this, sweetheart, being between us, feeling our bodies pressed against each other? Imagine us naked and taking you, possessing you, loving you,” Alex said.

  “I can’t wait to slide into your hot little pussy, you feel so good, so right,” Slone whispered.

  Sable leaned her head back, giving them access to her throat as they continued to kiss from her ear, to the curve of her shoulder and back. She moaned quietly, and she could feel both of them grin against her skin. Feeling bolder, she pushed her ass back until it was snuggly fitted against Slone's erection, and ran her hands up Alex’s arms so they encircled his neck and tugged until he kissed her on the mouth.

  It was soft to start, sweet, exploring, but when she opened her mouth and invited him in, it was like molten lava flowing between them. She felt hot, needy, and ready to give herself to them. Hell, if they were in her room she would have stripped her clothes and jumped on the bed and wait for them.

  “I like watching Alex kiss you, it makes me feel so connected to you and him, knowing that my turn is next, and soon I will be able to taste your lips,” Slone whispered, which made Alex and Sable deepen their kiss even more in response.

  Alex swept his tongue through her mouth, exploring every inch and she did that same, it was like they were desperate to connect, although Sable could feel the tingles running through her right to her clit, making her pussy weep and the carnal thoughts that were running through her head. She wanted them naked right now, touching and whispering to her.

  “Dessert,” Slone said and she felt him pull back. Alex did too, kissing her softly and turning her to face Slone who kissed her deeply, not wasting time with softness, instead showing his need for her. She moaned a little and pressed closer to him.

  When he pulled back, she knew her lips were full and wet and she licked them, feeling them respond in awareness of what was to come. Slone smiled and looked at the table where the waitress had placed the plate of desserts.

  “I don’t know if I can eat another bite,” Sable groaned.

  “We can take them home if you are ready,” Alex said quietly.

  “I am more than ready,” Sable whispered and allowed them to lead her back to the table so they could call the waitress, settle the bill, and get the desserts prepared to take with them.

  She was ready to take the next step, but they had to do one thing before they did. Start as you mean to go on.

  The men followed her into the room, not talking, but anticipating what was to follow. There were two matching chest of drawers that had their things sitting on top as if they had always been there, and the clothes were folded neatly inside. Sable asked Timothy to make sure their things were delivered while they were out, knowing her men would want to make sure that she was ready. She was, and had no intention of allowing them to postpone this. She had seen the inside of both of their rooms, the bags hadn't been unpacked at all, in the weeks, the months, they had lived here.

  “No more living out of your bags. This is our room now,” Sable whispered.

  “Are you sure?” Slone asked, and Alex nodded.

  “Very,” Sable said. “I’m ready to be yours.”

  “I can’t wait to get you naked.” Alex picked her up and brought her to the bed. She didn’t care where he took her, as long as she got to be with both men.

  Slone came in a few seconds later with three scarves. She looked up at Alex. “What’s that for?” Okay, she could guess, but she wanted to see if Alex and Slone planned this for some time. It looked like they thoug
ht about what they were going to do to her more than what she imagined.

  “We know that as soon as we get naked, you’ll have your hands all over us, and my cock is hard as a fucking rock. You touch him and, darlin’, he won’t last long enough to make you happy,” Alex said.

  Slone laid the bright scarves out on the bed. “I promise you will love this, sugar. We want this to be the best thing you have ever experienced. Being with two men can be overwhelming and confusing. We know this is your first time, so we want to it be perfect. This was the only way we could think of. If we use the ropes, then you won't be confused about who you are supposed to touch. We are a team, and we mean to act like one.”

  She was okay with that, but she couldn’t resist saying. “In some way, do I get a say in all this? I mean, like I would like to put my two cents in, you know.”

  They both said 'NO' together.

  However, she trusted them enough to know if she didn’t like it, they would take the scarves away. “Can I undress you two first?”

  “No.”

  Well, that sucked. She looked forward to exploring their bodies, but apparently, they were going to focus only on her.

  As Alex lifted her lacy shirt, she kicked off her shoes quickly, and then waited patiently while he pulled off her jeans as well. Slone stepped behind her and unhooked her bra, but he didn’t take it off. From the way Alex’s gaze never left her face, she was in for a long night of passionate lovemaking—and she couldn’t wait.

  Slone’s hands slipped under the bra and palmed her breasts as his lips kissed a sensitive spot below her ear. “I love how you smell. You’re like a fresh strawberry, I want to sink my teeth into.”