~ EXCERPT BELOW ~
Patrick O’Hearn can’t think of anything but unwrapping the gorgeous sassy blonde and making her his forever. – Best. Christmas. Ever. –
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“This is the best room on the floor. But if you don’t want it, I’ll trade with you.” Tess smiled and leaned against the doorframe.
“Why is it the best?” He stood slowly, not wanting to spook her. Her scent was intoxicating and the last thing he wanted was for her to run.
She pointed to the ceiling. “Water pressure. This room is closest to the new hot water tank. Plus, it has a huge shower. Scott hasn’t renovated all of them yet. Most of the rooms still have the old claw-foot tubs with a curtain shower.”
“I’ll share.” He cocked his head and stepped closer.
Her whole face blushed the prettiest shade of pink. Even her ears brightened.
Another step brought him nearly face to face. He could hear her heart racing and smell her arousal. Gods, she smelled as sweet as the mountain air had when he stepped off the plane in Logan.
He reached out and slipped his hand along her cheek and back into her hair, gripping the base of her skull. Then pulled her closer as he bent to capture her mouth. Energy surged between them and his bear growled with satisfaction as he thrust his tongue into her mouth.
She tasted as sweet as he’d imagined.
For a brief moment she returned the kiss, then pulled back. He released her reluctantly, but would never force something on her she didn’t want.
“I ...” She took a step back. “I have to go.”
“You can feel it, can’t you? The bond?”
She shook her head and fled down the hall without another word.