Chapter 12-P2

Marley shifted backwards, so he had room to swing his leg over. When he wiggled his butt into the seat, Marley cautiously moved off the back end, her thighs circling his. She'd been strictly holding the handles instead of wrapping her arms around him, but there was no avoiding all physical contact. Aiden was confident during the demonstration for a reason. He operated the vehicle with certainty and ease as if it was an extension of his limbs. His body shifted, his exposed arm muscles rippling and he twisted the handle and pressed down on the petal. The four-wheeler rumbled to life, vibrating beneath them. Marley liked how sure he was, that she didn't have to worry as Kelly did earlier when Ryan almost drove them into a tree. To Ryan's credit, he looked embarrassed and worried about Kelly. Aiden was right. He had to warm up to her. The sound of the other four-wheelers rumbling to life broke through the peaceful nature around them. The trail was in