Chapter Twenty-One Cash’s eyes widened as the significance of her request sunk in. “Are you sure?” Her sweet big-hearted warrior. Always so concerned for her. Kate nodded. It was time and she was more than ready. “Make love to me,” she said more firmly. He kissed her again, reverently, as if she were his most precious treasure. Her heart filled to bursting. She caressed his jaw, reveling in the smooth feel against her palm. The difference in him was stark, and not just in feel. If she hadn’t witnessed him shedding the beard, she might not have recognized him. The beard had hidden his chiseled jaw and full mouth. Without it, his dark eyes drew her attention. No doubt about it, Cash was one of the best looking men she’d met. She loved the beard, but could get used to this softer, smoother

