done.” Jax yells out.
“Go and play girly, don’t let him get away again. Damn, take that man and wring him dry.”
I laugh at her, and we make our way back outside. The food is spread out. We pile our plates high and take our seats.
“Good job son, you and Jade make a terrific team. This is amazing.” Rusty says through mouthfuls.
“Cheers dad.”
I finish up my food and sit with Sam and my dad for a long while chatting. I feel something wash over me, like lust. I clench my loins together; this was an odd feeling and familiar.
“Well well…he sure knows how to wreck a good party.” Jack mutters.
“Huh?”
“Good evening!”
I turn and gasp. In strolls, no wait, he doesn’t stroll. In glides Poseidon . I haven't seen him for years now; it explains the lusty feeling. Idiot and his powers. I can’t help the grin that spreads across my face. Same old Poseidon, with his golden hai r and bronze skin. Looking all G od like. He is wearing a white shirt that stretches across his lean muscled chest and a pair of faded denim jeans.
“Well, if it isn't the whore himself.” I laugh and leap up, rushing towards him.
He scoops me up into one of those hugs that you see on the movies; my legs lift from the ground and he swings me in a circle.
“Hello little princess, long time no see. Still as feisty as ever.”
“What are you doing here, I missed you.”
“Came to help out with this conquest. I was bored.”
I turn to Mack. “You didn’t tell me daddy?”
“Surprise.” He smirks.
“Oh…helllllo.” I hear Layla’s voice and turn. She has just stepped outside.
“Hello yourself.” Poseidon grins, winking at her. I shove him.
“Who’s your friend Jade?”
“This is… err …PJ.” I say, using his nickname. I don't feel like explaining him to Layla.
“Well, its lovely to meet you PJ. I am Layla, Jade’s bestie.”
“And here I was thinking she only had bestie eyes for me,” He grins, taking her hand and kissing it. “Its delightful to meet you, Layla.”
She blushes and I roll my eyes, glancing over at Jax. His mouth is set in a hard line. He isn't jealous, is he?
“So what did I miss?” PJ asks pulling up a chair beside Mack.
“Not much, we haven't managed to find out much about Ben and the treasure yet.” My father mutters with a sigh.
Shit, if they knew I…I slam my thoughts down and glance at PJ. He is watching me with narrowed eyes, Dammit, I have to keep my thoughts under wraps now.
“Sounds…boring.” He laughs, keeping his eyes on me.
“Who’s up for a game of volley ball?” I chirp, changing the subject.
“Oh yes!” Layla cries.
“ I’m in.” Jack says, standing.
“I’ll have a shot.” PJ grins.
“Right, in the pool, I’ll get the net.”
I set up the pool volley ball and change into my bikini. When I walk outside, Jax hisses through his teeth and PJ whistles.
“Damn Jade, you are as sexy as ever.” PJ smirks.
“Shut up whore.”
We get into the pool and begin playing a rough game of volley ball. When PJ pulls me onto his shoulders, I squeal with laughter. I grasp his hair in my fingers and pull.
“Play nice God, hands to yourself.”
He laughs, that loud playful laugh. Jack takes Layla onto his shoulders, and we begin an even more entertaining game of volley ball.
“Oh god, we look so hot right now!” Layla snorts between laughs.
“Your team sucks ass!” I taunt.
“Oh you better take that back angel.” Jack warns in a playful tone.
“Never.”
“Punish her PJ.”
Suddenly, I am underwater. When we come back up, PJ slaps my thigh and I erupt with laughter, spurting water from my mouth and nose, how flattering.
“You asshole!” I roar with laughter and shove my feet into his ribs.
So begins the battle of dunking and tickling. I drag myself away and sit on the edge of the pool to catch my breath; I have never laughed so much. Layla sits beside me while the men fetch another drink.
“Join us!” Jack yells to
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