His hands fell to his sides, and he rested his forehead lightly on her shoulder, not meeting her gaze in the mirror. She was grateful. She felt too raw to face him just yet.
But she couldnt stop herself from asking, Wh-why did you do that? Even though shed asked for his help, she didnt want those kisses to be an act of charity. I know were pretending to date, but theres no audience here.
The more accustomed you are to me touching you, the more comfortable youll be when there is an audience. Thats not the main reason I kissed you, though.
No?
I wanted to, he said simply. Selfish hedonist, remember? You felt damn good in my arms. But Im not so selfish that I dont realize its been a long day for you. He stepped away. First a shift at work, then coming over here. I should let you get home to bed.
Just hearing him say bed caused her to feel achy and overheated. She nodded hastily. Yeah, I should probably go. Tonight had given her a lot to think about.
But Ill see you Thursday? he asked. For lunch?
Shed almost forgotten about his awards luncheon. Technically, she worked Thursday, but she could go in a couple of hours late. The afternoon crowd was sparse. Of course. I can meet you there.
Wonderful. He moved to the side, watching as she slid her feet back in her discarded sandals.
Lots of people from local restaurants will be there, he added, sounding annoyingly composed. Her senses were still rioting. Cam will hear all about how I couldnt keep my eyes off you. You have my word, Ill be very convincing.
Of that, she had no doubt. For a brief, scorching moment, hed nearly convinced her that she was the sexiest woman hed ever held in his arms. Phoebe was beginning to think fooling others wouldnt be the difficult part. No, the trick would be not letting herself succumb to the illusion.