Chapter 281

RYAN LEANED TOWARD CARSON slowly and this time she didn't push him away. Her throat flexed and he could almost hear her gulp for air. There was a nervous, aroused energy coming off her he dug.

Carson was authentic. There were no airs, no performance.

He kissed her cheek and cupped the back of her head.

"Kiss me," he whispered.

Her skin grew warmer. Was she blushing?

She turned her face. Just a bit, but it was all she needed to press her lips to his in a sweet kiss.

It was his turn to groan. She was too damn good for him. He should stay in his corner and keep his hands to himself. But he couldn't. He'd never been that type of guy.

"What if they do come home?" Carson sat back.

Ryan shoved to his feet, dragging her up with him.

He led her down the hall and into his bedroom where he kicked the door shut. In the near darkness he reached for her, grabbing her around the waist. He'd show her they could be good for each other. Perhaps this could work out in the best way possible.