Chapter 22

Chloe smiled down at her hand, admiring her ring as she sipped the Ginger Ale. Amber grabbed her wrist and gaped, “Holy shit! How much did he spend on that thing?”

Chloe shrugged, “I don’t know. Money really isn’t a big deal right now.”

“So, when’s the big day?”

“We haven’t set a date yet.”

Amber opened her mouth, but froze when she looked across the yard. Chloe followed her gaze and swore under her breath, “Shit. What the hell is he doing here?”

“I don’t like Tommy.” Amber said, glaring at the man who had his arm around Jenna.

“Who does?”

“Apparently Jenna.”

Benjamin looked over at Chloe and winked as he flipped the steak over. He clenched his jaw when he saw what the girls were glaring at. Tommy had his arm around Jenna’s shoulders as he led her over to Chloe and Amber. Benjamin gripped the tongs so hard he heard them crack.

“What are you—ah, shit.” Jeff frowned at the sight of Tommy.

“Who the fuck invited this prick?” Benjamin growled.

“Well, I sure as fuck didn’t and I know Chloe and Amber didn’t, so there’s your answer. Jenna really needs to stay away from him—he’s not right in the head.”

Benjamin threw the tongs down and cracked his neck, “He’s leaving—right fucking now.”

Jeff pulled Benjamin back by the shoulders and whispered, “Don’t—there are two pregnant women here who don’t need to get upset.”

Benjamin closed his eyes and nodded, “You’re right.”

“Hey, his time will come—just not today.”

Jeff put each steak on a plate and carried them over to the table. Benjamin ground his teeth and internally groaned at the unwanted guest. Even though he couldn’t beat Tommy’s ass and throw him out, didn’t mean he couldn’t be a dick to him.

Chloe leaned in and whispered, “Did you invite him?”

“No.” Benjamin deadpanned, never taking his eyes off Tommy.

Chloe placed her hand on his thigh and kissed his neck, “Calm down. I don’t want Jenna to get upset.”

Jeff served the steak, salad, and scalloped potatoes and sat next to Amber. The dinner was quiet until Jenna cleared her throat. “I’m sorry about the other day. I didn’t mean to—”

“You don’t need to apologize. Benjamin and I crossed a line, and we’re both very sorry.”

“You!” Tommy slammed a fist down on the table, “You and Chloe was the one who made her cry.”

“Please, Tommy—”

“No, I’m not going to sit here and listen to this bullshit.”

“Then, you can fucking leave if you don’t like it. My house—my rules.” Benjamin leaned forward with a menacing glare.

“Get up, Jenna. We’re leaving.” Tommy grabbed her by the arm, making her wince.

“Please, let go!” Jenna whispered as she tried to pry his hand off of her.

“Come on, don’t be difficult. Let’s go.” Tommy growled.

Benjamin stood as did Jeff and cornered Tommy, surrounding him. Benjamin flexed his jaw and rolled his neck, “I suggest you take your hands off her, before I make you.”

Tommy let his hand drop from Jenna and softened his gaze, “Are you coming?”

Jenna shook her head, “I’m going to stay and eat.”

“Want me to pick you up later?” Tommy asked.

“I’m going to stay with Chloe tonight. She needs to talk to me about the engagement party.” Jenna lied, hoping he couldn’t see the lie.

He started to storm away, but stopped at the edge of the yard. “This isn’t over, boys.”

“Get your ass off my property before I beat your ass.”

Benjamin took Jenna by the wrist, careful not to hurt her. “Did he hurt you? Is he—”

Jenna shook her head, “I don’t know what’s wrong with him. He’s never acted like this before.”

“Has he ever put his hands on you like that before?”

“No.” Jenna said and sighed.

Benjamin released her and let out a breath. He knew Tommy was bad news the second he strolled into town. The man had been in love with Jenna years ago and probably still was. He couldn’t tell Jenna how to live her life, but it wouldn’t stop him from protecting her.

Tommy wasn’t right in the head. He’s crazy and delusional with a darkness looming over him. After Benjamin’s talk with Colton, he confirmed that Tommy is mental. He’d been in a mental institution for the last seven years.

Colton’s warning rung in his head, “They say he went crazy on his mother. So please—steer clear of him.”

“Well, that went to shit. So much for having a barbecue.” Jeff muttered as he walked away.

After a few hours, everything calmed down. Jeff and Amber had gone home and Jenna was sleeping soundly in the spare bedroom. Chloe straddled Benjamin’s waist as he unbuttoned her shirt. He opened it, revealing her full breasts. He dipped his head and kissed her neck as he brushed his fingers over her nipples.

“I—oh Benjamin.” Chloe moaned, threading her fingers in his hair and tugged. Benjamin’s cock thickened as her nails scraped his scalp.

“Ah, fuck. That drives me wild, babe. Do it harder.”

Once again, Chloe dug her nails into his head and yanked his head back. “You like this?”

“Fuck—god, Chloe.” Benjamin groaned as she ground her hips.

“Are you giving me the reins tonight?”

“Yes, I—just keep doing what you’re doing and you can do anything you want.”

“Come on, it’s time we go to our dark place. I’m feeling very frisky tonight.”

“Anything you say, Mistress.” Benjamin bowed his head as she led them to the secret room.

Chloe loved being submissive, but she also loved being in control of Benjamin. It made her pussy wet as he took off his clothes and got on his knees with his head bowed. His fists between his legs, crossed over one another. Chloe circled him and ran the crop down his back, making him whimper, “Please, Chl—mistress—my body is yours to take.”

“That’s right, boy. You are mine, tonight. This body is going to be mine to fuck—punish—and take any way I want.”

“Please, may I touch you?”

“No, not yet. Right now, I want to see you lay back and touch yourself.”

Benjamin laid back and wrapped his hand around the base of his throbbing cock. Chloe smiled wickedly as he started to stroke himself and close his eyes. She struck him on the hand and hissed, “Eyes on me. I want to see your face when you come all over your hands.”

Benjamin opened his eyes and ground his hips as he stroked faster. “Mistress—oh, I’m going—”

Chloe struck his chest and growled, “Do. Not. Come. That belongs to me.”

Benjamin winced as she stood over him and watched him fight the urge to come. She loved that he had so much restraint to please her. She straddled his legs and placed the crop on the floor and ran her fingers over the head. “Good boy. Hold it in, baby. Show me how much you love me.”

“I…” he exhaled, “love you so much, Mistress. I’d do anything for you.”

“Good, I love that you're just as responsive as I am to you. Do you want to come now?”

“Please, I need—”

“Come for me and afterwards, I’ll lick every drop from your body.”

“Ohmygod! I can’t take it anymore—I’m coming.” Benjamin growled as he spilled all over his hand and chest.

Even though dinner was a bust, the end of the night ended with a bang. Literally.