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. The beast was going out to some club with his buddies. He mixed the Parmesan and thick cream in a small saucepan, adding seasonings and butter, then pulled the angel hair pasta off the back burner and poured it into a colander in the sink. The front door opened, and a flood of relief washed through him. She poked her head around the corner. I smell stinky cheese and chicken. He grinned and nodded. Come try the sauce. Tell me what s missing. She looked tired as she neared the granite countertop where he worked. Dark smudges marred the pale skin under her eyes. She d been crying. He felt like the biggest ass on earth. She took a lick from the wooden spoon he held for her, closing her eyes as she savored the thick, creamy sauce. He couldn t help himself. He had to taste her. He leaned down and kissed her rosy lips. Her eyes shot open, and she pulled back, the movement like a knife through his heart. I m sorry, Angel. I acted like a total jackass today. I. I ve never lived with anyone before, and it wasn t like we laid down any rules. She crossed her arms over her middle, her lips pursing. Rules? Oh, hell. That s not what I meant. He dropped the spoon to the counter, pulled the sauce off the stove so it didn t burn, and then took her hands in his, practically having to pry them away from her body. Sweetheart, you know I love you, and I hate that I hurt you. I just felt that I should ve been asked first or at least told, before you invited my boss to dinner. She opened her mouth, her brow furrowed, but he cut her off 56 Madison Layle & Anna Leigh Keaton before she could start. He didn t want to fight tonight. I was way out of line. I know Jack and Jon are your friends, and you have every right to invite them to see your new home. Her mouth closed with a click of her teeth. He took a deep breath and looked into her eyes. I m trying, Angel. All I ask is that you be patient with me, and know that I do trust you. I ve already given you my heart. She nibbled on her bottom lip for a few seconds, but her gaze never wavered. I m sorry, too. I might have overreacted today. Her smile was small and sweet. I was pretty mad at you. Jack had just told me about your promotion, and you never said a word. That hurt, too. Ah, sweetheart. He pulled her into his arms and hugged her close. I was going to tell you the other night at dinner. But then Storm showed up, and with your proposal and then moving in here.it just got pushed to the back of my mind. And everything else that he d planned to discuss with her had dissolved into thin air. Like that new house and marriage and children. She pulled back and looked up at him. It s been a pretty big shocker, I know. I ll try to be more patient. I guess I ve just been thinking about this for so long, I expect everyone else to be ready and willing. She kissed his chin, then his lips. Her mouth was so sweet and soft, he went hard in a rush and longed to lift her onto the counter and take her now, but he needed her to know he wanted more than just sex. He had to prove he could give her everything she possibly dreamed of. As much as he wanted to tuck tail and get the hell out of this absurd living arrangement, he couldn t do it. He couldn t hand her over to Storm without a fight. He d die before he let that brute have her to himself. His angel belonged to him. * * * * * God, could he kiss, Angela thought as she slowly withdrew from his arms. She shouldn t forgive him so quickly, but who could stay mad at him when he d cooked her favorite supper and gave her those sad puppy 57 Incognito: Winning Angela dog eyes? She was such a sucker for his baby blues. Want me to set the table? He shook his head, seeming reluctant to release her. It s all set up out on the patio. She tilted her head and peered at him. Really? His smile was precious. Why don t you go pour the wine, and I ll bring out the food. Curious now, she walked through the living room and out to the deep flagstone patio that overlooked the beach. Her breath caught and her hand flew to her heart. He is the biggest sweetheart in the world. Yellow roses stood in several vases scattered about the patio. Candles flickered from every corner. The glass topped table was set beautifully with candlelight dancing inside glass globes, reflecting off Blaine s expensive China and silverware. To finish off the perfect setting, as if he d ordered it just for her, the full moon hung low and huge over the ocean. A trail of moonlight shimmered like a road to heaven on the water. I hope you approve. Angela spun toward Blaine s voice and wanted to run into his arms, but he held two steaming plates of delicious smelling food. Her stomach rumbled, reminding her of her missed lunch and the late hour
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