Redemption Road (Roughneck #3) (18 page)

Chapter 34

1 week later

“Oh, I’m so glad to see this place,” Mackenzie said, as we walked through the front door.

“Me, too.” We had been confined to that hospital for long enough.

“I put your bags next to the closet,” Moon said, as he walked out of Mackenzie’s room.

“Thanks, man,” I said. I was grateful they drove all the way down to give us a ride from the hospital.

“That’s what family is for,” Moon said, as he walked up to Sam and slapped her ass.

“I stocked the fridge, and there’s a few meals made in the freezer,” Sam said, as she nodded towards the kitchen.

Mackenzie walked over to Sam and threw her arms around her.

“Thank you, for everything,” I heard her whisper.

“Family, remember?” she said, as she returned the hug.

“Thanks,” I mouthed to Sam, and she flipped me off while she stuck her tongue out at me. I couldn’t help but laugh. She really was the sister I never had. We went from being inseparable as kids, to not being able to stand each other. But the disgust was more one sided on her part. But she wasn’t nearly the hard ass she used to be after the last year, and all the shit she went through.  We were getting back to being close again. I guess that’s the way family worked.

“Let us know if y’all need anything,” Moon said, as they walked to the front door.

“Will do, thanks,” I said, as I shut the door behind them, and walked to set the alarm, but then stopped.

He was gone.

“Are you ok?” Mackenzie asked, as she put her arms around my waist, from behind and kissed my back.

It had replayed in my mind over and over these past couple of weeks that he was dead. There was no more looking over our shoulder or keeping Mackenzie hidden to protect her. Dead. I’m sure there was a funeral, people that loved him, people that didn’t know who he really was or what he was capable of. The whole thing just fucked with my head.

“Kash?” Mackenzie said my name quietly.

“Yeah,” I said, as I turned around and looked down at her.

“Baby,” she said, as she stroked the side of my face, making me realize I was biting the inside of my cheek. Mother fucker.

“I don’t know, it’s just kinda fucking with me,” I said.

“You don’t feel guilty do you?” she asked.

“No, not guilty,” I said, not sure what I actually felt. “Do you?” I asked.

Mackenzie let out a loud exhale before she spoke.

“I feel guilty that I don’t feel guilty, does that make sense?” she asked.

“Yeah, it does,” I said, as I kissed her head.

“I know I was with him for a long time, but I hated him, Kash,” she said, as she looked into my eyes.

“I stared into his eyes as I thought he was going to kill me. I honestly believe he would have succeeded one day if this hadn’t happened.”

That one sentence changed my outlook. He would have killed her one of these days. The thought of him taking her life felt like a punch in the gut. Everything that happened was his fault. He deserved what he got. Period.

“I don’t even want to think about it,” I whispered to her.

“Do you think the police will ever question me?” she asked, looking worried.

“I don’t think so. They didn’t link any of us together. My license is still my old address. You never filed any charges on him, and we were in a different county. They never even mentioned our names on the news. I think it’s over,” I said. I had considered all the possibilities. I just wanted to put this behind us.

“I just want to feel normal again; I don’t even think I know what it feels like,” Mackenzie said, as she shook her head.

“I just want you happy,” I told her.

“You make me happy,” she said with a little smile, as she buried her face into my shoulder.

“Ditto,” I said, and felt her shake with laughter against me.

Chapter 35

This fucking cast was driving me crazy, and my stitches were starting to itch.  I couldn’t find a comfortable position in bed. But I was so thankful to be away from the hospital and home with her.  Mackenzie helped me wrap my arm so I could shower before she did. She was so worried about me, always trying to help me. I didn’t deserve someone like her. But I didn’t care, she was mine and I wasn’t letting her go.

“So much better,” she said, as she walked out of the bathroom. I took one look at her and forgot the discomfort. I forgot about everything, but her. She was so fucking sexy wearing a tiny tank top and panties. Her damp hair leaving wet marks on her shirt, allowing me a peek of those perfect tits.

“Fuck, baby. Come here,” I said, as I had to adjust my cock that was about to explode out of my boxers.

“Kash, I don’t want to hurt you,” she said with a worried look, as she crawled up the bed.

“You won’t hurt me,” I said, as I pulled her down on me, away from my cast.

“What about your arm?” she asked.

“My tongue works just fine,” I said, as I bit her bottom lip. A little moan escaped her throat, and she squeezed her thighs against me.

“Kash,” she whispered.

“I haven’t been able to taste you in weeks, I can’t wait anymore. I need it,” I said, as I reached down and pulled at the hem of those lacey pink panties that needed to disappear. She helped me pull them all the way off, and kissed me hard.

“Now,” I said, as I put my head on the pillow and motioned for her. She knew exactly what to do as she straddled that sweet pussy over my face and hovered as I admired it.

“Fucking beautiful,” I said, as I grabbed her ass and pulled her into my mouth. I devoured her, basking in the sweetness, her moans and cries fueling me. She had one hand against the headboard, and when she grabbed my hair with the other, I knew she was close. I gave her clit the attention it deserved as I felt her start to tremble over me. Fuck, she was so sexy.

“My turn,” she said, as she spun around and crawled down the bed. Her perfect ass teasing me with every movement. She positioned herself between my legs and pulled my boxers down. My cock was standing at full attention, begging for her mouth.

“Have I ever told you how much I love this?” she whispered, and then ran her tongue over my piercing. She flicked her tongue back and forth over the bell as she stared into my eyes.

“Show me,” I said, as I ran my fingers gently through her hair, I didn’t want to hurt her.

She started to run her tongue over the barbell and then down my shaft. She slid her tongue back up, and then started to suck my cock gently. Mother fucker. She was so fucking perfect, just watching her would get me off. I watched her face as she sucked me harder, listening to the little moans coming from her throat.

“Fuck, baby,” I groaned, as I felt the pressure building. Mackenzie scratched her nails down my stomach, and sucked me dry as I came in her mouth.

“Fuck, I love you,” I said, when I could finally speak again.

“I love you, baby,” Mackenzie said with a sexy grin, as she snuggled against my good arm.

I could stay like this forever.

The sound of my phone buzzing on the nightstand startled me and I realized I must have fallen asleep. Mackenzie jerked at the same time I did, but smiled when she looked at me.

“I’ll get it for you,” she said, as she reached over and handed me the phone.

“Pusher,” she said, as she read the screen.

The oilfield didn’t keep normal hours. There wasn’t a nine-to-five in this field. You got the call when you got the call, time didn’t matter.

“Hello,” I said, as I accepted the call.

“Bennett, did I wake you?” he asked. I looked at the clock and realized it was only nine.

“Nah, what’s up boss?”

“Hey, there’s a rig up that needs an A.D. in the time frame you’re looking to come back.”

“Oh yeah, where?”

“Colorado. Grand Junction. You want me to set it up? It’s guaranteed in that location for at least three years, as long as all the contracts stick.”

“Yeah, of course,” I said, looking at Mackenzie, hoping she would go for it.  It was my job; I had to go where the money was. It was also exactly what we needed.

“Alright, then. I’ll call you in a couple of days with the information,” he said, and then started yelling at someone else in the background.

“Thanks, man,” I said.

“No problem,” he said, and then hung up.

“Everything ok?” Mackenzie asked.

“They found me a new rig, once I get released from the doctor,” I said, as I turned a little so I could see her face.

“Oh good, where?” she asked, with a worried look.

“Colorado,” I said, and waited for her reaction.

“Oh,” she whispered, and I noticed her eyes start to glaze over.

“What do you think?” I asked.

“I mean, it’s your job,” she said quietly.

“It’s not by the water, but living in the mountains might not be so bad,” I said with a grin.

“What do you mean? You have to move there?” she asked, her eyes filling with tears.

“I mean, we should move there. It’s a fresh start, new beginning. I think it will be good,” I said, hoping she wanted this as much as I did.

“There’s really not much for us here, we can always come back to visit,” I said, pleading my case, hoping to convince her.

She started to cry, and it scared the hell out of me. What is she about to tell me, no?

“Sweetie?” I said quietly, touching her chin, needing to see those eyes.

She started to laugh through her tears.

“Baby?” I said, completely fucking confused at her reaction.

“I thought you were leaving me,” she said, as she wiped the tears away.

“What?” I asked.

“I thought you were moving there, and leaving me behind,” she said, her eyes wide.

“What did I tell you before?” I asked.

She stared at me, waiting.

“There’s no you and me anymore. It’s us, remember?” I said, as I gently swept my lips across hers.

“Us,” she repeated, and gave me a smile.

“Let’s do it,” she said, as she ran her fingers through my hair.

“Fuck yeah,” I said, as I kissed her hard.

A fresh start was exactly what we needed.

Epilogue

1 year later

Mackenzie

I couldn’t help but watch him sleep. He was sprawled out in a chair, with his hat covering his eyes, not a care in the world. Only Kash could sleep this hard in a crowded airport. But he was determined we were taking this trip as soon as he got off work, so I knew he was tired.

I was so proud of my man. We had moved to Colorado and he kicked that Assistant Driller position’s ass. He got the drilling position after a few weeks. He was next in line for another promotion, and I had no doubt he would get it soon. He was a force to be reckoned with when he was determined.

I had spent the last year doing online courses, finishing my degree. It came in the mail a few weeks ago, and I couldn’t be happier.  Kash wanted to take this trip, to celebrate before I jumped into my new career.

I spoke to my mom once a week; it was nice trying to form a bond again. There were a lot of early morning phone calls, filled with tears and apologies. My dad hadn’t really come around. He would never compromise his beliefs, those were his words. I didn’t expect him to. But I knew I loved Kash, and that would never change, I only hoped that one day my dad would give him a chance. I hoped that he would get to know his grandchildren, one of these days. We weren’t in any hurry.

Leaving Bailey was the best thing we could have done. It gave us the fresh start that we needed. We never spoke of Jake, that whole situation was behind us, exactly where I wanted it to stay.

“Flight 722 to Las Vegas is now boarding,” a muffled voice said over a loud speaker.

“Baby,” I said, as I tapped his shoulder. “It’s time to board.”

Kash raised his hat and looked around. He focused those eyes on me and leaned in for a kiss.

“Come on, sweetie,” he said, as he stood and reached out his hand for me to take.

I put my hand in his, excited about this new journey.

“Are you ready to become Mrs. Kash Bennett?” he asked, as he wrapped me in his arms.

“Absolutely,” I said, and kissed those perfect lips.

I fell in love with a bad boy, there’s no doubt about that. But there’s nothing better than watching the bad boy turn into a damn good man.

The End

Redemption Road Playlist

Like A Wrecking Ball by Eric Church

I Know She Ain’t Ready by Luke Combs

Jealous by Nick Jonas

The Way She Rides by Luke Combs

Crawling by Linkin Park

Lonely Tonight by Blake Shelton

Tonight Looks Good On You by Jason Aldean

Lock The Door by Frank Foster