Free Accepting Eva [Slick Rock 8] (Siren Publishing Ménage Everlasting) by Becca van Page B

obviously loved the tranquility of water because she was more relaxed than he had ever seen her before. There had been a few exhilarating moments as they had shot various rapids on the tour. Though Eva had clutched at whoever of them was nearest, she had laughed the whole time. Today she seemed to have more vitality, and her cheeks were still pink from the experience and the fresh air.
    Quin turned off the highway into some picnic grounds they had found online, and Gray helped Eva from the truck while Pierson grabbed the basket and blanket they had stowed in the back. Gray wondered what time Eva had woken up to have made all the food for their picnic and then their breakfast. She had risen before any of them, as she usually did, and took such good care of them that he wanted her in their house permanently. But not just because of her nurturing side or the sexual chemistry between all of them. Although it had only literally been weeks since they had met Eva, Gray was in love with her and he knew his brothers were as well. He wanted to pull her into his arms and kiss her until neither of them could breathe. He wanted to strip her down and love on her body with his hands and mouth until she was writhing with pleasure, and then he would sink balls-deep into her tight, wet pussy.
    Adjusting his hard, aching cock, he watched the gentle sway of her hips as she moved. He didn’t see the slight limp she walked with or the bars on her leg. All he saw was the woman of his dreams. Quin and Pierson had the picnic area set up in minutes. Moving in closer to Eva, Gray took her hand and helped her down to the blanket. Together they passed out the food. Their woman was a veritable marvel in the kitchen, and he sighed after he inhaled the aroma of cooked chicken, potato salad, and a tossed salad. He also caught the scent of something sweet.
    “What time did you get up, sugar?” Gray queried.
    “Um, around five, I think.”
    “As much as we appreciate the time and effort you’ve put into this picnic,” Quin said, “we don’t want you running yourself ragged, baby. This is your day off, too. We could have just gone to the mall and bought food or taken you out for lunch.”
    “Speak for yourself,” Pierson piped up. “Eva, this is all delicious. If you want to cook, I for one welcome every mouthful you’ve prepared.”
    “I didn’t mean I don’t appreciate what she’s done, Pierson.” Quin scowled at his brother. “But Eva needs rest, too.”
    “I…”
    “Guys,” Eva interrupted, “please don’t argue. I know what you meant, Quin, but I’m used to getting up early and I’m sure you’ve all realized how much I love to cook.”
    “You are getting dark smudges beneath your eyes, darlin’.” Pierson handed out the plastic cutlery and began to load his plate with food. “We are worried about you. Are you still having trouble sleeping?”
    Since Gray was sitting next to Eva, he heard her draw in a long breath, even though he knew she was trying to hide that fact. He turned toward her and saw an expression he’d never seen on her face before and couldn’t quite discern what it was.
    “I’m fine.”
    Gray realized she wasn’t fine at all and hoped she would open up more with them but decided to see if she would trust them with whatever was worrying her without pushing her. Trust worked both ways, and he needed her to trust him and his brothers without being too commanding. He could be just as determined and dominant as Quin, but this time he felt the need to let Eva open up on her own terms. Quin obviously wasn’t as patient.
    “You aren’t fine, baby. Tell us why you are having trouble sleeping.”
    “I said I’m fine, Quin.” Eva glared at his brother where he sat on the blanket across from her. “Just leave it alone, okay?”
    Gray looked from Quin to Eva and back again. Quin’s eyes narrowed into slits and he glared at Eva with frustration. Eva stuck her chin out toward his sibling, and he could see if he