Willis had a moment of disquiet, thinking that the whole thing felt choreographed, as if he was dancing to someone elses tune. But the warm, fragrant bundle in his arms distracted him again, and he stopped worrying. The digital clock on the nightstand ticked from 11:59 to 12:00. Thunder rattled the windows and Amy jumped, startled. He put his hand on her shoulder as reassurance. She turned into his arms again, trembling, and he ran both hands over her back. When she spoke, it was in a husky, whispery voice that he hadnt heard before.
Please stop being such a goddamned gentleman, Johnny. Just shove me up against the wall and kiss me like you mean it.
Yes, maam, he said, and did. After that, he didnt think about anything at all but the woman and her heat.
***
They undressed each
