##Chapter 31: Cassidy
Book One: Stay
My gaze trails after my fingers as I discover a large tattoo that wraps around his ribcage, and carefully trace the intricate patterns of ink.
"This is a surprise."
He shrugs as something darkens in his eyes.
Whatever the reason for this tattoo, it's important.
"I'd wanted one for a while, but my mom refused to let me get it until I turned eighteen. I think she was holding out hope I would change my mind. I got inked on my birthday. It was a present to myself."
I close the distance between us until I trace the tip of my tongue over the dark ink. Another groan falls from his lips.
"Very sexy," I whisper against his ribs.
"Then I'll get a couple more," he murmurs as my mouth slides over his flesh.
I shake my head. "What I like is that it's so un
