Excerpt - Branded |
 I need you, Troy. "I—could you stay? Just until I'm through bathing?" He cleared his throat and gave a curt nod. Genuine concern shone from his eyes. "I'll put on some coffee." Relief swelled her chest, and a hesitant smile lifted the corners of her lips. Lily knew Troy cared for her. He desired her, too, there was just no mistaking the look on his face the few times she'd caught him staring at her. Hunger. But he'd kept his distance due to propriety. Or so she'd assumed. It had been almost a year since her husband's death, and Troy had yet to do more than settle his intense gaze on her. She'd have to make the first move if she hoped to keep this man in her life. Something was holding him back, and although it would take every drop of courage she possessed, Lily planned to seduce Troy. Tonight. |
