Miss Morgan's Love Returns

By Aurora Klimanoski

Miss. Morgans love returns

Are you one of those people who have been taught to always do what was good for the family? Everything you do is a reflection on your family, from the way you dress, how you act in public, those you hang around with; to what you choose to do in life. It can all be suffocating.
Thats was the world Jacqueline Morgan was brought up in. For years she had been the perfect daughter doing everything she was told without making waves or even a ripple of trouble that would have disappointed her parents. She couldnt, she was the chosen daughter to take over the family business when it was time. She envied her little sister and the freedom she had to live her life with carefree adventures. More than anything Jacqui wanted to experience a little freedom herself before devoting her life to the family business. She gathered all her courage the summer before she was going to enter college and plead with her father to let her have a few weeks to blow off some steam.
On her first day of freedom Jacqui found herself standing on a dock letting the warm ocean wind blow through her hair and she was happier than she had been in years. That was also the first time she laid eyes on Azmyth. He was unlike any of the boys she knew in her life. He was handsome in a rugged way and full of life and passion not stuffy and extremely controlled and held down by responsibilities.
Azmyth was on vacation at his cousins and enjoying some afternoon fishing when Jacqui stepped out on the pier and stole his attention. He never saw anyone as beautiful as she was and instantly wanted to get to know her better so he asked her out.
In the days that followed Jacqui and Azmyth met for afternoon dates bringing them even closer. She really liked him and felt a very strong connection with him unlike anything she ever felt before. Jacqui didnt let anyone know what she was doing, not even her sister, because she knew that her father wouldnt approve of Azmyth. That alone seemed to heighten her need to explore the relationship further. She was experiences all kinds of adventures with Azmyth including her first kiss that made heat flood her body and her toes curl in her shoes. It didnt take long for Jacqui to fall head over heels for him.
Things heated up quickly between the young couple and Jacqui decided she wanted to experience a deeper intimacy before she went off to college and she wanted it to be with Azmyth. It was a night she would never forget and for more than the magical time she had with Azmyth. When she got home that night the magic ended and disaster hit. Her parents came home early and discover her sneaking back into her bed room and all hell broke loose. Her perfect night ended in her being torn away from Azmyth forever with no way of contacting him to explain what had happened.
Eleven years passed and Jacqui had become a driving force in the family business. She works all the time and rarely takes time to enjoy lifes little pleasures and relax. A fact that has her sister and friends afraid that she will burn herself out and they gang up on her insisting she joins them on vacation. Jacqui is hesitant to join them after all the last time she indulged in fun and freedom everything in her life had come crashing down on her.
When the group of friends arrived on the private island Jacqui changes her mind about having a good time and begins to relax. Then as if fate decided to torture her the one person she never thought she would see again but had haunted her more intimate dreams walks into the bar her and her friends were at. Just laying eyes on Azmyth again after so many years Jacquis pulse started to race. Even in her wildest dreams she never pictured that he would look even more gorgeous than she remembered.
Jacqui and Azmyth reunion isnt what he expected it would be when he first saw him walking towards him. Shes different from the girl he once knew but still kind of the same and the spark

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Sep 19, 2013
• ISBN: 9781483676678

Aurora Klimanoski

Aurora Klimanoski is 33 years old and was born and raised in a small town in Connecticut where she still resides with her husband and new daughter. For the last 15 years she has worked as a CNA in a convalescent home which got her involved in writing. She picked up one of her residents romance novel and became hooked. After a while she began developing stories of her own and started writing. When she isn’t writing or working she is taking care of her family or enjoying her other hobbies like scrapbooking, crafting, and reading.

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PROLOGUE

It was midsummer and Jacqueline Morgan was determine to make the most of her last few weeks of freedom before starting college in the fall. Pursuing a degree in business for strategic management was not what Jacqui wanted to do but she was under family obligations. Her father forever the businessman insisted on Jacqui, not her sister, be brought into the family business. As soon as she had turned sixteen Jack Morgan had pushed her into an after school job at his office, a personal assistant to one of his underlings, leaving her very little time to be a teenager. No Friday nights out with friends, after all it was a work day like any other. She might of have had Saturday but Sunday night it was a quite night at home because there was school and work the next day. When school let out each summer Jacqui held on to the tiniest bit of hope that maybe she could at least sleep in the mornings, but her father smashed her hopes. He demanded she come in full time for the summer starting at seven in the morning. Jacqui protested as much as she could without making her father too mad. She was determined that this summer was going to be different. She almost had to bring herself to tears before he agreed to let her leave work six weeks earlier then he originally wanted her to. One week she would need to use packing and moving into her dorm room, giving her five weeks to do whatever she wanted. That was of course, as long as it was ok with her father and she was home every night before eleven. In the end Jacqui agreed at least the days would be hers even if she had to be home before any of her friends.

The first Monday, of her own private vacation, Jacqui called her father when she woke up and told him she was just going to do some shopping today. Flipping her cell phone close she looked up into the mirror above her dresser and the guilty eyes looking back at her and realized that for the first time in her life she lied to her father. Shaking her head she looked away reminding herself that this was her time to do what she wanted and she wasn’t going to feel bad about it. With that in mind the small feeling of guilt lasted about two seconds before it changed into a curious thrilling feeling. She avoided her mother and sister as she snuck out of the house and got into the car and drove down the long driveway. Jacqui didn’t know where she was driving to all she did know was that it wasn’t to go shopping. She always went shopping and today she was going to do something different. Something she had never done before and gain some control over her own life. Driving up the onramp to the highway a thought came to her mind, the beach! With a destination in mind she was on her way, off on her own adventure for the first time ever since she was five and wandered all the way down the driveway chasing a butterfly. The horrific sound of her mother screaming in panic was the only thing that made her lose her concentration on the flying insect. After that her parents never let her play outside the gated back yard.

With the help of her GPS she found herself looking for a parking space as she arrived in the small coastal town of Ocean City. Parking her car she walked down the road until she came across a path marked public beach access. Following the pathway until the sight of only water filled the horizon. She stopped and looked out over the water taking a deep breath filling her lungs with the salty air. The only thing she could think of was one word, freedom! Leaning up against a small wooden post and took off her shoes before stepping into warm the beach sand. Taking a moment to dig her feet in the warm sand she made her way down to the water’s edge. Jacqui Strolled along as she looked out at the ocean as the tide was sweeping just over her feet. She walked for an hour thinking of how wonderful it felt just being away from everyone she knew. Then she came across a long wood pier jutting out beyond the crashing waves.

Jacqui climbed the stairs paid the small fee and headed out along the wooden planks. She took in the view as she walked down the pier passing people sitting looking out over the water and fishing along the sides. Reaching the end of the pier she stood up on one rung of the railing feeling the oceans wind rip through her light brown hair. Holding on to the railing tightly she leaned back and let the warm sun beat down on her face. Minutes passed by when a yell came from behind her.

Got one!

Jacqui turned her head in the direction of the male voice to see what all the excitement was about. There were two teenaged guys standing a few feet back one grabbing a hold of a fishing pole and started reeling it in. Jacqui stood looking over her shoulder her eyes completely transfixed on the stranger as he brought in his catch. He had to be around her age she was thinking then her thoughts were interrupted as she noticed he wasn’t wearing a shirt. She felt her mouth go dry as she looked over his bare tanned chest flexing as he pulled back on the fishing pole. A perfect tan, Jacqui thought to herself, no doubt from hours of fishing in the hot summer sun. Other than his tan she noticed he was tall, his hair was just long enough that it covered his forehead almost touching his eyes, and such a dark brown it was almost black with a slight curl to it. Her eyes followed his arms watching as his biceps bulged as he pulled back on his rod and a warm feeling started stirring deep inside her. A lump started to form in her throat as she starred unable to pull her eyes away that was until the young man yelled out again.

Damn it! It spit the hook out!

As the young man finished his statement he looked over in Jacqui’s direction. Their eyes made contact instantly and neither one pulled their gaze away. As the seconds went by Jacqui felt her face getting hot, turning red, and she tore her eyes away so he couldn’t see and to let the ocean breeze cool her down. Or maybe it was that she was embarrassed that she had let him catch her starring at him. She checked out of the corner of her eye, as she climbed down from the railing, to see if the stranger was still looking in her direction. Seeing that he was, Jacqui turned and moved to the other side of the pier trying hard not to look back.

After about five minutes she decided it would be a good time to slip away un-noticed by the handsome young stranger. To her surprise when she turned to leave he was packing up his gear with his friend. She tried to hurry pass them when the one who she couldn’t keep her eyes off put his hand out stopping her in her tracks.

Excuse me? The handsome stranger said and she looked up and their eyes met again. I was wondering if maybe I could ask you something.

It was only when Jacqui went to answer did she realize that she was holding her breath. Exhaling she answered. Yes. Her pulse raced as she waited to hear what he wanted to ask her.

Would you like to go and get something to drink or maybe some ice cream?

Her eyes went wide with shock and she stuttered out a question of her own. A drink… with me?

Yes. How about it? He asked again.

Jacqui didn’t know what to say, but remembering her promise to herself that she was going to do something she never did before she lifted her chin up and bravely stated. I don’t even know your name.

Oh, well I’m Azmyth. He answered reaching out a hand.

Bringing her hand up to his a current of electricity shot through her as they made contact. Nice to meet you, Azmyth. I’m Jacqui and yes I think I could use something cold to drink. She managed to keep her voice cool and in control although her pulse was racing through her whole body. It was the first time something her father taught her had come into good use.

Turning to his friend Azmyth left his fishing gear with him and walked down the pier with Jacqui. They talked over ice cream shakes and Jacqui learned that he was only in town for three weeks with his family on vacation and the other guy was his cousin, Billy.

That was how it all started and for the next few days Jacqui made excuses to her father and mother sneaking off to meet Azmyth. When she told her parents she was going to the library researching what books she might need for the fall semester, she really met up with Azmyth for a long walk on the beach. Telling them she was going to see a movie with friends meant it was with Azmyth at the local shoreline theater. She even called home claiming she was stuck in traffic so she could sit on the beach and watch the sun set and then star gaze all the while wrapped in his arms. As the first week went by Azmyth surprised her with a boat ride in the water surrounding the mainland. There floating on the waves they share their first kiss. The lightness of the kiss made Jacqui’s whole body tingle and a shiver ran up her spine. That was all they did on the boat ride home, exchange light sensual kisses and holding each other’s hands.

Over the next few days Jacqui was making more excuses to get out of the house and see Azmyth. When they were together they would find small hidden places to tuck away in and be alone and in each other’s arms. They would kiss for what seemed like hours at a time and in between they would talk about what they wanted out of the future. She told him about what her father had planned for her and how if it was her choice she would be going to school it would be for something like therapy or maybe even nursing. In turn Azmyth confessed that he would rather be working with his hands instead of pushing papers in some office. All the while they were cuddling and just enjoying each other’s company.

Jacqui was completely enthralled with Azmyth, he was the opposite of any of the guys she ever known. All the guys she knew that her father approved of were responsible, polite, and just plain boring. Azmyth on the other hand was wild, spoke his mind, and was dangerously attractive with his dark hair and golden tan. He didn’t mind telling her when she was being a brat either, just as she didn’t mind telling him when he was being cocky and pigheaded. If Jack Morgan ever got to meet Azmyth he definitely would not approve of his little girl seeing him, which is why Jacqui chose not to introduce them. She wanted more time with Azmyth and she knew if her father ever found out she was seeing him he would put an end to it.

By the end of the second week Jacqui was falling for Azmyth and falling hard. After her parents went out for the evening and knowing they were not going to be home until very, very late Jacqui snuck out of the house. She met up with Azmyth for their first night date and he picked her up a street over from hers just to be careful. Excitement washed over her when he pulled up on a motorcycle he borrowed from the older cousin whose house his family was staying at. Climbing up behind him she wrapped her arms around him and held on tightly. As they headed towards what Jacqui’s friends called ‘cracked skull mountain’ he popped up the front wheel making her hold him tighter and yell out in excitement.

When they reached where they were apparently going Jacqui was breathing heavy part from the exhilarating bike ride but more from the feel of Azmyth pressed up against her. Azmyth himself was breathing quite hard himself because of the way Jacqui would rock her hips into him every time she would grab on to him tighter all the way up here. As they got off the bike Azmyth lead Jacqui down a dirt path entering a small clearing surrounded by lush green trees. There were many different trees but one caught Jacqui’s attention as they approached. It was a large willow tree that’s weeping branches dipped into a river that was running through the middle of the clearing. Azmyth disappeared behind the trunk of the willow pulling out a picnic basket and blanket, he had stashed there earlier in the day.

I thought you might want to have a small picnic. Azmyth said putting the basket down and spreading the blanket on the ground alongside the river.

As Jacqui knelt down on the blanket she thought what an unexpected surprise that of all things he could have planned it was a sunset picnic, it just didn’t seem like something he would do. Although he could be arrogant he had a romantic side to him and it made her heart flutter. Watching him take out a small feast of fresh berries, crackers, and chocolates she frowned inside at the thought of only having a week left for them to be together. It was right at that moment that she decided that she wanted Azmyth to be the one. The one she lost her good girl image to, after all she knew deep down inside she loved him. She never felt closer to anyone else in her life not even her little sister and that was evident by the fact that she hadn’t mentioned Azmyth to her sister Adria at all.

Az, when will you be leaving? She asked looking up through her eyelashes at him.

Next Saturday I think. He answered as he reached back into the basket and pulled out two bottles of soda. Why?

I just wanted to know. Jacqui took a bottle from him. Do you think that we might see each other again after this summer?

I’m not ready for this to end if that’s what you are getting at. Maybe I could come up to campus to see you. His answer made her feel better about what she was about to ask. Then he slid the dishes to the side and reached his hand out to her. Come here.

Jacqui got up to her knees and crawled over to Azmyth. He wrapped his arms around her and held her close to him and bent his head down lightly kissing the top of hers. They sat and watched the sun set and Jacqui finally worked up enough nerve to ask him her request. Lifting her head up and back over her shoulder so she could see his face she asked.

Az, there is something I want to ask you?

You know you can ask me anything sweetie. He told her and gently gave her another kiss on her head waiting to hear what she wanted to ask.

Snuggling back against him a little more and Azmyth tightened his hold on her. It took a few moments before Jacqui could start getting any words out of her mouth. I’ve always done everything my parents ever asked of me. Well I’ve decided that I want to do something just for me. She turned herself around in his arms so they were face to face.

So how can I help? Azmyth asked as he began to slide his hands up and down her back slowly. He loved the way she felt under his hands and the dark purple tank top she wore was so soft it just made him want to touch her more.

I don’t want to enter college… She trailed off her words pausing as she thought of how to ask him to be the one.

You want me to kidnap you so you don’t have to go? Azmyth joked putting on a smile that could only be considered devilish.

Giving him a smile of her own at his jest she finished asking her question. No! That’s not what I was getting at. I want to be with you. Jacqui tried an indirect way of telling him hoping he would catch on without having to actually come out and say it out loud.

We’re together right now I don’t get what you… . Azmyth stopped as she saw the expression in her eyes change. He caught a flicker of desire and finally understood what she was talking about. Oh you mean…

Before Azmyth could finish what he was saying Jacqui leaned forward and pressed her lips to his so she knew he would understand. Azmyth pulled her up against him as his tongue slipped between her lips and he could taste the strawberries she had eaten earlier from the bowl of fruit. His hands grabbed at her shirt pulling it up just enough so that he could slip his hands underneath and across her bare flesh. Feeling her soft warm skin under his fingertips a hungry groan escaped from inside his throat and he had to break from the kiss. He slid his hands around and up to the front of her letting his fingers skim over her breasts before he lifted his hands and cupped her face.

Are you sure this is what you want? Only a second went by but it seemed like hours as he waited for her to answer. Then before she could say anything he had a disappointing thought cross his mind. Wait we can’t I don’t have any protection with me. I didn’t expect this.

It’s ok I’m on the pill. She informed him and to let him know just how serious she was about this she slid a hand between them and down the front of his shorts. And yes I’m ready. Az, I want you to be my first.

Azmyth started kissing her again taking it deeper than before and as a moan came from Jacqui he moved one hand to her back rolled over taking her with him laying her back on the blanket. His other hand slid down from her face to her breast sending feelings of delight shooting through her body making her back arch up pressing her hard nipples into the palm of his hand. She never thought it would feel like this, she was nervous but excited. Barely being able to catch her breath an uncontrollable wanting filled her body a wanting to touch him and feel the sweat that was starting to cover his skin.

Jacqui pulled back from him just long enough to get three words out. Touch me Az!

As soon as the words reached his ears Azmyth moved his hands down and grabbed the bottom of her top and pulled it up then over her head. Whimpers and soft moans came from Jacqui as Azmyth kissed his way down her neck sliding her bra straps down off her shoulders. Both were gasping for every breath as they disrobed and felt each other’s bodies for the first time.

The two young lovers fumbled through their first experienced together their bodies shaking as they reached their climaxes. They lay together and held each other for a while afterwards until Jacqui glanced down at Azmyth’s watch. With a rush of panic she jumped up out of his arms and found her clothes to dress explaining they had to get back because her parents would be starting home shortly. Azmyth dropped her off a street over so not to wake up her sister or anyone else in the neighborhood. They kissed goodbye making plans to meet the next afternoon.

Jacqui’s heart was fluttering and beating fast as she snuck her way back into the house. Not only because she was sneaking back into the house but because she felt truly happy for once. Along with her the happiness there was a strange sense of completeness that almost made her feel high. She climbed her way up the stairs and quietly made her way to her bedroom silently opening the door. As she entered and went to close the door the light in her room turned on before she had a chance to do so herself. Turning on her heel, her face went pale white as she looked up into the face of her father.

Where the hell have you been? Jack’s voice shook Jacqui deep inside she had never heard him so mad. She didn’t have a chance to answer not that she knew what she would say to him anyway. You’re grounded young lady! How long have you been sneaking out and lying to your mother and me?

Daddy I… . Jacqui managed to get that out but she forgot everything else she was going to say after it. She wanted to explain Azmyth and tell her father that she loved him. Tell him that there was nothing he could say that would make her stay away from him. Looking at the anger in Jack’s eyes all she could do was blink.

Over the last two weeks you said you have been doing a lot of shopping but I don’t see anything new around and there aren’t any charges on the credit card. Jacqui knew she had been caught and she lowered her eyes to the floor and remained silent. Your summer is over little girl. Her eyes flew up to meet her father’s again as a deep ache clenched her heart. Your mother and I have talked about it and decided that you’re going to Connecticut tonight. I’m not going to let you become distracted and lose everything you have been working for.

But Daddy… She started but was cut off by Jack.

No buts your mother packed up your clothes already. Now change we leave in fifteen minutes. With that he stormed pass his daughter and out of the room slamming the door behind him.

Jacqui just stood there in complete shock at what just happened until the door to her room opened again. Her sister Adria popped her head in before entering all together. Slowly Jacqui turned her head around and just starred at her sister still speechless.

What the heck happened? Adria asked starring right back at her older sister.

What are they doing home so early? Jacqui asked ignoring the question asked of her.

Daddy got a call that something went wrong at the office. Now answer me. Adria demanded.

Jacqui started moving around her room shoving things into an old book bag as she began to speak. I need you to do me a favor tomorrow. Find a way to get down to Mountain way Ave. at about five p.m. She told her sister again ignoring Adria’s question.

I can’t. Adria stated and her sister stopped packing and looked up so she explained. Because whatever you did I’m feeling the punishment too. I just finished packing also we are all leaving tonight.

Ten minutes! Jack’s voiced echoed through the house.

I’m sorry but I can’t explain right now about what happened. Jacqui told her and started packing her personal belongings again.

The whole way to the airport all Jacqui could think of was Azmyth waiting for her the next day. What would he think when she didn’t show up? Her heart sank and even though they didn’t fall, tears started to weld up in her eyes. The happiness and competition she felt earlier was shattered and she felt like a part of her soul had just been ripped out of her.

CHAPTER 1

Eleven years later.

Jacqueline Morgan waited with one of her dearest friends Teyla Masters for another minute to go by on the time clock. As soon as they punched out they were heading out on a two week vacation with friends and her little sister. Skylar O’Neill, being one of them, had made contact with an old friend of theirs, Damian Parker. Their friend’s family owned a private island resort in the Bahamas and offered the family home to the ladies for their vacation. He was going to be in Europe on business the two weeks they would be there so without any hesitation the ladies accepted the invitation. When the time on the clock finally changed and the ladies punched out and headed into the parking lot.

You ready for two weeks of fun in the sun? Teyla asked as she walked almost skipping through the parking lot.

More than ready I can’t remember how long it’s been since I took a vacation. Jacqui stated as they reached the car and got in.

I’ve been working here going on five years and I never seen you take one day off. You are overdue if you ask me. Teyla said back as she shut her car door. With an approving giggle Jacqui started the car and put it in reverse then pulled out of the parking space. Let’s get going girl! Teyla exclaimed and Jacqui dropped into drive and they were off on their way to meet the others going with them. As Jacqui stopped the car and waited for the gate, of the parking garage, to lift Teyla inquired. So where are we meeting the girls?

Adria’s apartment. Jacqui told her friend as she turned onto the street. Since her sister got out of college she had been living nearby Jacqui and they were even closer now than when they were younger. Part of it was because since Jacqui had taken a bigger role in her father’s business she had little personal time to socialize with anyone else.

Before long they arrived at Adria’s and after parking got out and headed up to the apartment door. Jacqui had to knock four times before her sister finally came to answer the door.

What took so long sis? Jacqui asked as the door opened.

I’m still packing. Adria stated turning and heading straight back into her bedroom.

So where is Skylar? Teyla shouted out to Adria as she took a seat on the couch.

Bringing her suitcases into the living room Adria answered. She called a few minutes ago and is on her way. Adria headed back into her room and a minute later there was another knock at the door. Can one of you get that for me or I’ll never finish.

Jacqui got up and went to the door looking to see that it was Skylar so she opened the door. Hello! You girls ready to go and have some fun? Skylar asked as she made her entrance.

I for one can’t wait but my dear sister is still packing. Jacqui stated as she shut the door after Skylar came in.

Adria came running out of her bedroom two bags in her hands. I’m ready!

Well then let’s go then! Teyla exclaimed jumping up off the couch.

All four ladies piled into Skylar SUV after packing in all the suitcases. They left the apartment building and got on the highway and headed towards their destination. It took about ten minutes to reach the private airstrip that held the airplane Skylar had chartered to