His Secret Obsession
Chapter 37

(Emery)

After talking with Carson, we walked back to the group and I couldn't hide the huge a*s grin that filled my face. Asher and I didn't have to keep this a secret..we didn't have to pretend that we meant nothing to one another and Carson actually wasn't against it. As soon as we came into view of one another, Asher's silver eyes were locked onto mine. I could see the intensity and desire that filled them the moment he saw my smile, he knew right then and there that I told Carson. I could see the relief sweep over him just like it did me and the fact that Carson wasn't punching him in the face right now must have let him know Carson wasn't raging mad about it.

So when Asher came to that conclusion he wasted no time and rushed forward, his arms wrapping around me in a deep embrace as he lifted me up, holding me close to his chest.

"I missed you." He breathed while pulling my thighs higher, making me wrap my legs around him and locked us in place.

"Can't you guys make it a little more subtle..fuck." Carson grumbled, looking away from us as Jackie walked over, wrapping her arms around Carson's waist.

Her eyes darted between Asher and I as she smiled widely while clapping her hands happily together.

"About time! I thought it would happen that night at the party." She laughed, making all three of us look at her with wide eyes.

"You knew?!" Carson frowned, looking down at Jackie with sad eyes.

"I was shocked you didn't..you could feel the tension as soon as they both walked into a room together..but it was really just a hunch.." She mumbled, patting Carson on the arm as her eyes met mine and sparkled with excitement.

I just looked away sheepishly as I tried to get down from Asher's hold who was now frowning down at me.

"Would have been nice to be included on this so-called hunch." Carson pouted and Jackie began talking to him in her overly sweet voice as she kissed and cuddled into him. That seemed to do the trick because he was smiling not too long after.

"So you couldn't hold it in huh?" Asher whispered teasingly against my ear as his hands began to drag up and down my back slowly.

I shook my head no, trying not to let his touch consume me completely as I looked away and swallowed hard, making myself regain some type of composure.

We were in front of a lot of people right now..in fact, I just realized most of them were staring right at us, making my cheeks grow red as I patted Asher's arm, trying to get him to release me.

"Not yet..let me hug my girlfriend." He groaned into me, squeezing tighter as the feel of his hard chest against me took my damn breath away.

"Okay you two..that's enough..for God's sake.." Carson muttered, walking over towards our group as Asher sighed and loosened his grip before setting me down on my feet.

I could tell we were annoying Carson already and didn't want to press our luck so you can imagine my surprise when Asher pressed his lips to mine, kissing me deeply as his tongue tried to slip through my lips.

"Asher." I made the mistake of gasping as he slid his tongue into my mouth, tasting and exploring every crevice. The feel of his skin caressing me passionately made my knees turn weak as I felt like my head was spinning out of control.

After a few more seconds I finally came to my senses, pushing on his chest gently and causing him to pout like a child who just got his toy taken away.

"Asher, we don't want to push it.." I panted, trying to catch my breath as he reached his hand up, brushing a stray lock of hair behind my ear.

"Baby, do you know how fucking hard it's going to be to not kiss you or hold you this whole damn night?" He searched my eyes, his words causing those butterflies to explode inside of me over and over again.

"...I know..but I just don't want to make Carson uncomfortable. It doesn't mean we can't hold hands or hug..but the kissing, maybe we just wait until we are alone." The words came tumbling out and honestly, if it keeps going the way it is..I don't think I will be able to control myself like earlier.

Asher just does something to me and makes me lose all reasoning so easily that it's almost scary..I have never done any of this with a guy before..It's almost overwhelming. Suddenly Asher stepped forward, his eyes burning with determination as he reached up, cupping my chin gently, and tilted my head back to meet his intense gaze.

"You don't want to kiss me?" He stated in a deep tone, making my mouth go dry as I looked up and fluttered my eyelashes in surprise.

"It's..it's not that.." I stuttered, watching as Asher slowly leaned down, coming mere inches away from my lips as I closed my eyes in anticipation..screw it..I can't say no to him.

"Fine, no kisses then." He whispered, making my eyes snap open with confusion as I felt him pull away and drop his hand down. He quickly took my hand, lacing his fingers with my own and began to pull me along, making me stumble behind him with a confused expression etched on my face.

"Wait no..I changed my mind." I blurted, stopping my feet and trying to pull Asher back...which didn't work one bit..damn him and his gigantic body.

"Nope, I think you're right baby. Maybe it's best to wait until we are alone." He glanced back at me with a huge smile and I couldn't help but frown..oh no..why did I feel like I was going to regret ever saying anything to begin with.

"Asher wait.." I whispered, watching our friend group grow closer as they were now waiting in line at the burger place Jackie wanted to eat at earlier.

"You need to eat baby, you haven't eaten all day." He commanded while ignoring my sad puppy eyes.

"Fine." I grumbled, looking away from him as he began to talk to a few of his friends, all while still holding my hand.

I don't know why I felt like I was being punished now..I guess I was the one who came up with the rule but suddenly it felt like the tables have turned and I was the one who wanted to jump his damn bones.

Jackie came over to me and began talking about which burger she was going to get and I couldn't help but notice how Carson was glaring down at Asher and my hands intertwined together.

"He will get used to it." Jackie whispered into my ear, making me smile at her warmly.. Damn, I loved Jackie so much..she was just so freaking awesome.

"I'm guessing you were the one Asher has been talking to?" She inquired and I smiled shyly as she laughed and nodded her head.

"Well, that explains why he kept looking at you like you were the only woman in the whole damn world." She looped her arm through mine, stepping forward as her words sunk in. Did he really look at me like that? I turned my head, sneaking a peak at Asher as I noticed his eyes dart towards me out of the corner of my eye.

I can't lie..one look from Asher before would leave me breathless...but this look..it made my body come alive. It was as if every nerve inside of me was humming with excitement. I felt like he truly owned every inch of my body and he knew exactly that. I suddenly felt his thumb brushing lightly against the back of my hand, the movements smooth and sensual..causing me to squeeze my legs together, craving his touch in some other places I shouldn't be thinking about right now. What is wrong with me?! Oh god..this was going to be a long night..

Once we made it to the front of the line, Asher ordered two burgers and a side of fries, and a drink to share. Then we went to the picnic tables and sat down with our group. Asher made sure to sit next to me as his long legs brushed against mine, causing me to stiffen. He kept stealing glances towards me as I quickly stuffed my face with the burger and tried to ignore him considering Carson kept narrowing his eyes at us from across the table.

"This is really good." I mumbled, covering my mouth as I spoke between bites.

"I told you! I swear I crave this damn burger all year." Jackie laughed before taking another bite.

I could feel Asher studying me the whole damn time..not to mention how he just so happened to touch me "accidentally" every few seconds. Like how his elbow bumped into mine or his hand grazed my thigh as he reached down for something. It was distracting as hell and I was losing my mind more and more by the minute.

The final straw was when I picked up a fry and was about to put it in my mouth when he swooped down and bit it before I could. I shot him a glare as he smirked wildly, making me kick him under the table, causing his body to shake with laughter. "What's wrong baby? You seem..frustrated." He teased, whispering so close to my ear that his warm breath fanned against my cheek, making me gasp.

"You're teasing me." I frowned, meeting his gaze as his eyes flashed before glancing down at my lips. Without warning he leaned down, swiping his tongue along the corner of my mouth as my eyes widened.

"You just had a little ketchup there." He beamed, and before I could even process what just happened, I heard a loud bang on the table and glanced over at Carson who was now glaring at Asher.

"For fucks sake dude..seriously? I'm trying to eat here." Carson grumbled, making Asher laugh..like really laugh which shocked Carson more than anything.

"Sorry..I just can't help myself, my girlfriend is just too cute." Asher smiled brightly and I don't know whose mouth dropped first, me or Carson because what the hell happened to Asher and who was this guy?! I have never seen him act like this in person. Yeah, he was playful and flirty as Ronan over the phone but seeing it in person..I almost couldn't wrap my mind around it..

Just when Carson was about to say something, a voice interrupted him, making our heads snap up as the last person I expected to see here now stood before us.

"Well, isn't this great, the gangs all here, right babe?" Mack smirked widely as she glanced over at Ethan who had his arm wrapped around her waist. His eyes darted to me and seemed to harden as soon as they landed on Asher and how close we were sitting together. He did not look happy..

Oh great..just what we needed..more drama.