Hed kissed her for show, for her fathers benefit, but this one was all for him, slow and soft until she leaned forward and melted into his arms.
I didnt expect she murmured as he slid his lips to the skin below her ear.
I didnt plan she whispered a tad breathlessly.
He moved his hands over her bare shoulders, down silky smooth arms until both her hands were covered by his. She escaped his grip and caressed the back of his neck while he locked his arms around her.
When her lips parted under his, he felt dizzy. He hadnt allowed himself to fantasize about kissing her like thiswell, not often anywaybut the reality of having her in his arms was better than anything he could imagine.
The metal clasps on her overalls pressed into his skin through the material of his shirt.
I like what youre wearing, he said, exploring the contours of her back under the overall straps.
You werent supposed to.
She took his lower lip between her teeth and gently nipped at it, surprising him again because she wasnt at all the cool, controlled woman hed been trying to dismiss from his mind.
What did you put in that sauce? he asked when his voice kicked in again.
Secret herbs and spices.
He had a decision to make. Should he sweep her into his arms and carry her to the bedroom, or close the blinds on the picture window and
The phone rang, waking Peaches who had been sleeping on the couch. She barked furiously, and Mindy slipped out of his arms.
Dont answer it.
Could be my dad. I have to.
She picked it up, said hello several times, and hung up.
Must have been a telemarketer double dialing.
She walked into the living room and petted her dogs head without looking at Eric. He followed, but she was bent over, showing no sign she wanted to pick up where theyd left off. Damn! What timing!
Dad will be coming home soon, she said, her meaning plain.
Hed forgotten about him, but surely two old buddies with nothing better to do would talk for hours.
Its early, he said.
They were only going to the Ranchero. Its less than ten minutes from here.
Still, weve only just finished eating.
Yes, but
Would your father be upset if we were, you know, being friendly?