JV had been annoyed when Rebecca invited her brother to stay for the weekend. She"d been surprised when Steve decided to let her brother stay at his place. It meant she"d started the night in her own bed in the house for the first time in over a week. As before, she"d dozed restless for an hour or so before waking confused and panicked, knowing she wouldn’t be able to sleep. She"d gotten up and tip-toed out to the porch. She hadn"t been there five minutes before the crunch of snow and Steve"s growl made her turn in his direction.
"Damn it. I knew it," he"d snagged her off her feet and marched back to his house. "I can"t leave you on your own for one night." He"d carried her into the house and put her on her feet. Without a word he"d kicked off his boots and removed both their coats. He le
