Jax focused on the important stuff in regard to work, leaving out the part where he'd gotten drunk and married.

Baby, you want to talk about what happened, go for it. I’m listening. But you know, I’m no angel, and I’m not finished dancing with the devil. If anyone ever hurts you like that again, there’s nothing I won’t do to protect you. To make sure you’re never hurt again.

the ball of sexual-tension-meets-too-many-drinks was in her court.

I’m memorizing what takes me away. What saves me.

My lips part, wanting to tell him a story, wanting to kiss him more than I want to breathe

Nicola would have to speak up, Jacob would have to shut up, and he would have to man up.

They were stuck in a moment that wouldn’t quit.

That tonight you’re falling asleep in my arms. Waking up the same place too.

I’ve been chasing you since before I knew what chasing a girl meant.

See, this is the thing.” He leans closer. “Me kissing you, you disappearing, that’s my nightmare.