Free Innuendos (It Had 2 B U Book 1) by V. Kelly Page B

my office and hugs me goodbye. I made sure we stand on the side of the building where we can’t be seen. I’m still hiding him. I feel badly for it, but I really want things with Travis to work out. Keeping Max a secret is the best thing for my relationship right now.
    Once inside the building, a strong arm grabs me by my elbow and pulls me away from the doorway. It’s Travis. He seems a little angry.
    Did he see me on the elevator with Max? Crap, this isn’t good. Not now, not when I’m still vulnerable.
    “Hey, Travis,” I say carefully.
    “Where have you been?”
    “Lunch, with a friend,” I answer truthfully.
    “I went up to your office, and your stupid secretary told me you were out with another man—a hot one. She made sure to sneak that one in there. Are you cheating on me?” He’s running his hand through his hair, his eyes drilling through me.
    “Of course not!” I snap. “How could you even think that? You know how much I love you. A friend from high school stopped by and asked if I wanted to go to lunch with him. I accepted because you and I didn’t have any definitive plans for lunch. It was harmless. You have nothing to worry about.”
    He gives me a look that pretty much says “screw you, I don’t believe you”. I glare back, showing him damn well, that he has nothing to worry about—especially with someone like Max. He grabs my shoulders and sighs. “I’m sorry. That wasn’t fair to you. Lori cheated on me, and anytime that I think about it, I get a horrible pain in my stomach. I hate liars and cheaters, Bree. I don’t want to go through another relationship of lies like I did with Lori. So if you’re cheating on me, or having feelings for any other guy, I need to know now before I fall even harder for you.”
    I wind my arms around his waist and hug him tightly. “Travis, the only man who is on my mind, is you. You’re amazing. I don’t picture myself with anyone but you.”
    He looks down at me in surprise. “Do you really mean that?”
    “Yes, I do. You mean a lot to me. I really see a future with us. Don’t you?” A future? Did I just say future? Holy crap, I did!
    “Every day, Bree, I’m sorry I got all crazy for a second. I had brief flashbacks of Lori. The thought of you doing the same thing was driving me bonkers.”
    I grab his cheeks and pull him down so I can kiss his lips. “I promise you, Travis, the only man for me is in my arms right now.”
    He smiles against my lips and pulls me away. “Good, then I think it’s time I meet your roommate.”
    “What?” I exclaim.
    “It’s been five months, Bree. I think it’s time. Besides, I have big plans for us, and I want to share that with your family and friends. Since you don’t really have a family, then your roommate/best friend is the next best thing.”
    Did he have to bring up family? A tear slides down my cheek.
    He frowns. “Hey, you’re not going to cry again, are you? Bree, you can’t cry every time I want to meet your roommate.”
    “I know. I’m crying about something else. I’ll introduce you to my roommate this weekend. How’s tomorrow night?” I ask reluctantly. I knew this day was going to come. I just didn’t realize it would be so soon.
    “That sounds perfect. I’ll take you out to dinner afterwards. Your roommate can join us if she likes.”
    “My roommate usually has plans on Friday, but I will mention it. I have to get back up to my office. I love you.”
    “I love you too, Bree. I’ll walk you up to the elevator.” He takes my hand; as we walk, he starts swinging them. He’s way too happy about meeting Max. Inside I’m dying. I don’t want him to meet Max. I’m so afraid he’ll run like all the other guys I’ve dated in the past. I don’t want us to end. I love Travis. I actually love him.
    A feeling of dread engulfs me as he gives me a kiss goodbye, and the door closes between us. What the hell am I thinking? I can’t introduce him to Max right now. Things are good.