Page 37 of The Weekend Surprise (The Cannon Brothers 2)

“Why would I think that?”

“You’re used to one-night stands and weekend flings, not clingy virgins.” She laughed, but he detected a note of uncertainty in her voice. “I wanted to play it cool.”

“I should have called you.” He shook his head over his lack of attentiveness. “That was insensitive of me.”

“No, that’s not what I’m saying.”

“It’s true.” He stroked her cheek, realizing he should have made more of an effort after she left his apartment. “I wanted to call you because I couldn’t sleep either. I missed you.”

“You did?”

“Don’t seem so surprised.” He kissed the tip of her nose. “You had to study and rehearse, and I didn’t let you sleep much this weekend. I wanted to give you some space, but don’t doubt for a second that you weren’t on my mind. It was a long night for me.”

“Me too.”

“So you made me brownies.”

“Lame?”

“Very sweet.” He placed a soft kiss on her lips. “No one has ever baked for me.”

“I love to bake, so if you tell me what you like I’m sure I can make it.” She pressed her lips to his, lingering longer than he had a moment before.

He pulled away, because there was already a commotion going on in his pants and he had a conference call in five minutes.

“You better get to work.” He rubbed her cheek. “I can do an early dinner tonight if you’re free.”

“I’d like that.” Her eyes lit up, and her smile reached her whole face. “I like having someone to eat with.”

“I’ll finish up at five.” He pulled her closer to him. “There’s no need for either of us to be alone tonight.”

“It’s going to be a long afternoon.”

“I’ll make up for it later.” He walked her to the door. “You better get going before old Jack comes barging in and accuses me of stealing you from him.”

“He is rather possessive.”

“I can’t blame him.” He kissed her cheek. “I want you all to myself too.”

“You have me.”

“In about four hours that’s going to be true.” He swatted her backside before opening the door. “I’m going to have you over and over again.”

“Have a good day.”

“You too, baby.” He winked as he let go of her hand. “All my days are good now that you’re in my life.”

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