Page 79 of Charmed By Destiny

“Will you go on another date with me soon?”

Richard blew him a kiss. “Anytime, Lucas. Anytime.”

Chapter 27

While Luke was keen on helping—especially if it aided Richard—he was less than delighted about driving his soulmate to their current destination. They were headed to the airport, and Richard intended on staying in New York until Thursday. Since it was Sunday, that meant Luke would have four nights without the necromancer.

Thankfully, Luke was comfortable with the Marwoods, and sharing meals with them was a treat. But he’d grown addicted to sleeping with Richard. They liked to cuddle, and Luke loved having Richard in his arms. He’d miss his fruity scent filling his senses and his lovely firm body molded to Luke’s.

Luke had no intention of mentioning his feelings on the matter. Richard was eager to visit his cousin, and Luke wanted him to have a wonderful trip. The minute Richard returned, Luke planned to pepper him with questions to ensure he heard every detail about what he hoped was plenty of fun with Maribeth.

“Sleep in my bed, okay?” Richard said as Luke took the exit for the airport.

“What?”

“Don’t expect me to explain it because I can’t, but I’ll feel better knowing you’re in the bed we usually share at night.”

Luke had intended to stay in the guest room, but he also liked the idea of being in Richard’s bed. “Okay.”

“We’ll video chat every night.”

“No, we aren’t. I won’t answer. You’re there to be with Maribeth. We can catch up once you get home.”

The loud gasp from Richard had Luke hiding his smile. “You won’t answer?”

“Nope. We can squeeze in some texts when you have a minute, but that’s all you get.”

“You’re a cold, cruel, callous man, Lucas Wynnter.”

“I know. How do you put up with me?”

“That’s exactly what I’m asking myself right now.”

Adoring Richard and his penchant for the dramatic, Luke pulled the car up to the curb and put it in park. “Want a refund from destiny?”

Richard cupped Luke’s face in his hands and kissed him. “Absolutely not. That’s the last thing I want.”

“Good, because I would object strongly.”

“I’ll miss you,” Richard said, brushing their lips together. Luke wasn’t satisfied with a chaste caress and licked his way into Richard’s mouth. The necromancer’s sweet taste filled Luke’s senses, and the heat that so easily flared between them was tempered by the thought of sleeping alone.

Luke pulled away and smiled. “I’ll miss you too, Dragonfly.”

“I have to get out of the car before I change my mind and call Mari to tell her to get her ass here instead.”

Since Luke could sympathize, he stole a quick kiss and caressed his cheek. “Let’s go.”

Richard nodded and, with a heavy sigh, released Luke. They exited the car, and Luke hauled Richard’s suitcase from the trunk. Once it was resting on the curb, Luke handed Richard the bag he was taking as his carry-on.

“I’ll text you when I get there,” Richard promised.

“Good, I won’t relax until I know you’re safe.”

“It’s just four nights, right?”

Luke tugged Richard into his arms and hugged him tight. “It’ll go fast.”

“Promise?”

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