Chapter 5

~LEXI~

I barely slept that night. Every time I closed my eyes, I saw Enzo's face, irritated, breathing hard, shutting the door on me like I was nothing.

But I wasn't giving up. Not when I'd finally tasted how close I could get to him. If he wouldn't agree because I asked nicely, then I'd make him jealous.

Enzo was protective to his core, especially when it came to me. Flirting with Tyler Brooks right in front of him? That would push him over the edge.

The next day dragged through morning classes at Kingsford University. My heart raced as I positioned myself outside the lecture hall where I knew both Tyler and Enzo had their advanced sports management class.

I smoothed down my short sundress, the one that hugged my curves and showed just enough leg to be dangerous. I rarely wore things this short to the university but I had no choice. Today, I was on a mission to get Enzo to agree to give me sex lessons.

Tyler walked out first, laughing with a couple of guys. When he spotted me, his smile widened. "Lexi Moretti. What a nice surprise."

I forced a flirty smile, tucking my hair behind my ear. "Hey, Tyler. I was just wondering. . .about that last game? You were incredible on that catch in the fourth quarter. How do you stay so focused with the crowd going crazy?"

I was making up things. I wasn't even sure if that had happened.

He chuckled and leaned against the wall, eyes dropping down my body with clear heat.

"Practice, baby. And good motivation. You should come to more games. I'd play better knowing you're watching."

My cheeks burned for real this time. Tyler was laying it on thick, his gaze lingering on my chest.

It felt wrong but I needed this. Sometimes a girl had to make uncomfortable sacrifices to get her way.

I laughed softly, stepping a little closer. "Maybe I will. You know, I've been thinking about—”

Enzo walked out.

He froze mid-step the second he saw us. His dark eyes locked on Tyler's hand nearly brushing my arm, then on my flushed face. The easy smile he'd been wearing vanished. His jaw clenched so hard I could see the muscle jump.

Before I could say another word, Enzo stormed over, his big hand wrapping firmly around my upper arm. "We're leaving."

"Enzo, wait—” I gasped, but he was already pulling me down the hallway, his grip strong but not painful.

Tyler called something after us, but Enzo ignored him completely. My heart pounded as he scanned the hall, then pushed open the door to a small cleaner's closet. He shoved me inside and stepped in after me, locking the door.

The tiny room was dim, filled with shelves of supplies and the faint scent of lemon cleaner.

Enzo towered over me, breathing hard, his massive frame taking up most of the space.

“What the hell do you think you're doing?" I whispered, looking up at him in shock. My arm still tingled where he'd grabbed me.

Even though I was pretending to be mad, I was happy to be this close to him right now. A little too happy.

My plan was working. Actually working. I couldn't believe it.

"What am I doing?" he growled, stepping closer until my back hit the shelves. "What the fuck are you doing talking to Tyler like that? Flirting with him right in front of me? I told you to stay away from that cocky asshole. You can do much better than him.”

I lifted my chin as my pulse raced. "Since you don't want to help me, I'll do it myself. Tyler seemed interested. Maybe he'll teach me everything I need to know. All I have to do is ask him.”

Enzo glared down at me, eyes blazing. We stared at each other in charged silence, the air thick with tension. His chest rose and fell rapidly, curly hair falling messily over his forehead.

"You have no idea what you're asking for, Lexi," he said, voice low and dangerous. "You're too innocent for Tyler. He'll use you and toss you aside. You deserve better than that shit."

My frustration intensified. "Then you teach me! Either you give me the lessons, or Tyler will teach me everything himself. I'm not staying a virgin forever just because my brothers and you want to keep me locked away."

Something snapped in him.

Enzo's hand shot out, tangling in my long hair and pulling my head back firmly. I gasped as he leaned in close, his mouth inches from mine. His breath was hot against my lips, his body heat surrounding me. Up close, he smelled like spice and pure male dominance. I didn't think a man could smell that way.

"Are you sure you want to learn how to fuck from me?" he rasped, eyes dark with warning and hunger.

I trembled but held his gaze. "I'm very sure."

He studied me for a long second, thumb brushing my jaw. "Fine. But there will be no kissing."

I frowned, confusion cutting through the heat. "Why not?"

"It's one of the rules if you want this to happen," he said flatly, though his grip in my hair tightened slightly. "Take it or leave it."

I bit my lip, disappointed but willing to take whatever I could get. His hands on me, his body teaching mine—that was what mattered.

“Okay. . .I agree."

Enzo's eyes darkened further. His free hand slid down to my hip, gripping me possessively.

"Now spread your legs, Lexi."