Nightfall (11 page)

The investigation into Dominic and his drug dealing friends had taken the better part of two days. Alexander had begged her to see a doctor, and she’d agreed only after he’d submitted to an exam as well. She’d discovered her nose wasn’t broken and she’d suffered no other injuries other than the black eye. Alexander was robust as ever. They’d both fallen into bed the last two nights, sore and exhausted. They hadn’t even made love.

The apartment door opened and Alexander walked inside. He locked the door.

“Hey,” he said in that delectably sexy rumble she loved so much.

His silvery hair was tossed this way and that and he looked tired, but he was also the most gorgeous thing she’d ever seen. She went to him and he gathered her in a big hug. Their mouths met in a sultry kiss that set her on fire instantly.

She pulled back. “Well, hello. Rough day?”

He smiled. “Not as bad as I thought. Other than nasty roads not much else is happening. Couldn’t wait to get back to you.”

She brushed her fingers over his face. “You look a little down, though. What’s wrong?”

He smoothed his palms down her back. “I was thinking about how I proposed to you. It was a damned crazy, clumsy way to do it.”

She shrugged. “It doesn’t matter. All the matters is that I know you mean it. I know you love me.”

“God, that’s the truth.” His eyes held deep emotion, his smile filled with teasing and the prospect of a long night filled with loving. “I’m the luckiest bastard on the planet right now.”

“I’m the luckiest woman.” She wriggled against him slightly, so he could feel her against him.

He groaned. “Damn, woman. You feel good. You’re dangerous.”

“Then I think you should marry me as soon as possible. The girls are plotting, and I’m afraid it’ll turn into a Buckleport social event.”

“How about as soon as we can get a license?” He looked happy as hell.

“Deal.” She kissed his chin. “Now, help me take off this flannel, General. It’s getting kind of hot in here.”

He chuckled at her teasing, and before he kissed her, he said, “Yes, ma’am.”

The End

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Denise A. Agnew is the author of over 60 novels. Denise has written paranormal, romantic comedy, contemporary, fantasy, historical, erotic romance, and romantic suspense. Archaeology and archery have crept into her work, and travels through England, Ireland, Scotland, and Wales have added to a lifetime of story ideas. Denise is also a paranormal investigator, Reiki Master and Certified Creativity Coach. Visit Denise’s websites at www.deniseagnew.com and www.creativepencoaching.com