Page 64 of Sheltered by the Lawman

“Maybe it’s time we allow things to happen,” she said in a whispery voice.

He felt like every wish he’d made in his life had just been granted. The stars were aligned, and he had reached the ultimate happiness. “Are you sure? I mean, you’ve had a lot of ups and downs and your memory is slowly coming back. You’re in the driver’s seat, sweetheart, and I respect your decision.” He dropped the tendril of hair and brushed the tips of his fingers along her cheek.

“You’ve been here with me through everything. This feels so right.”

Her soft and seductive voice did amazing things to his body—things he couldn’t deny. She smiled and he growled with appreciation for her beauty. He’d always thought she was beautiful, ravishing, but today she was radiant, and her eyes were as bright as diamonds. He followed the delicate lines of her face from her high cheekbones, full, delectable mouth, big gorgeous eyes, and a pert nose. He kissed the tip and her smile grew. “My God, I’ve never seen a more beautiful woman. Never wanted another as much as I want you.”

A little giggle bubbled up in her throat. Her cheeks flushed and that made her even more adorable. She tucked her hand into his and their palms touched. “Let’s go sit by the tree.”

Once they were in the shade of the ancient oak, he touched her back, skimming his thumb along her spine, following the line until he came to the waist of her jeans. What he wouldn’t give to use his tongue to explore her. He’d sample her sweet body, learn every inch. Bringing his hand up, he lifted her hair away from her neck and he massaged her nape. A moan of pleasure escaped her and he smiled.

“The scene is so gorgeous. Everything is so bright. The sky. The grass. I’m so calm except for the fluttering of butterflies in my stomach,” she said softly, lifting her head to look at him.

He bent and brushed his nose over the silken skin of her cheek. She was so soft, and he wondered how she felt and tasted on other parts of her beautiful body. “Your scent reminds me of cotton candy from the carnival.”

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