Page 119 of Elusive Promise

As Vincent walked away, Jared put his arm around her shoulders and gave her a tight squeeze. "I don't trust him."

"I don't, either, but it's been very quiet the last month—for both me and my fellow agents."

"You know what they say about the quiet before the storm…" He saw the frown cross her lips and regretted his comment. "Sorry."

"No, you're right. There was something creepy about the way he said he'd see me soon. But I don't want to think about Vincent tonight. I just want to be with you. Whatever comes next, we'll deal with it."

"Together," he said. "I love you, Parisa."

Her gaze warmed with pleasure. "I love you, too, Jared. Shall we dance?"

"Putting my arms around you seems like the perfect idea. And I'm a really good dancer." He swung her out onto the dance floor with a flourish.

"I would have expected nothing less."

He could have shown her some impressive moves, but once he put his arms around her, all he wanted to do was hold her. He'd show her his moves later, when they were alone, when they were in bed.

She gave him a happy smile. "I'm right where I want to be."

"Me, too. Let's stay this way forever."

"That sounds almost long enough."

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