“I’ve been waiting all day for this,” she purred, echoing his thoughts so closely he wondered if she’d heard them. “I love the way you make me feel. Not just now, but… whenever I’m with you.”
“And how is that?” he asked, touching his lips briefly to hers again.
“Wanted. And respected.” She tilted her head and held his gaze. “You’re holding back, but… but not like you don’t want more.”
“You’re definitely right there. I do want more.” He kissed her again, lightly. “But we should call it a night because I really do have to get up early for work.”
“All right. Good night, Aaron. And thanks again.”
He only smiled, then turned and headed out to his truck with need pulsing through him. Skye Hathaway was a compelling woman.
* * *
Skye leaned against the closed front door and tipped her back,
