Surrendering to the Dragon (Stonefire Dragons 5)

Placing her hands on his chest, she leaned close and whispered, “I want to start a family with you.”

“‘Start’ might be the wrong word since we already have something cooking in the oven.”

“Do you always have to focus so closely on the details?”

He grinned. “Of course. That’s my job.”

Rolling her eyes, Nikki replied, “Fine, then make a family with you. Is that better?”

“Yes,” he whispered before kissing her gently. “Although, we might have to do a lot more ‘making’ in the future. For practice, of course. I say the next nine months should make us experts.”

“Then how about we do some practicing now since we have some time?”

“And here I thought you’d want to think of ideas on how to find proof on Christie.”

Nikki leaned even closer until the hard tips of her nipples brushed Rafe’s chest. “Who says we can’t do both at the same time? Unless you’re not able to do anything else when using your dick?”

“Of course I can.” He cupped her arse possessively. “But I may need some practice to hone my skills. I give you permission to torture me with your tongue until I can answer questions coherently. No matter how long it takes.”

She snorted. “Right, that’s the reason.”

“Okay, maybe your preview this morning makes me wonder what else you can do. Torturing takes skill, after all.” Rafe swore. “Sorry, Nikki. I didn’t mean to bring it up. I’m an arseh

ole.”

“At one time, the word might’ve triggered a memory. But right now, all it does is remind me of how you torture me with your tongue.”

Searching her eyes, he murmured, “Then maybe I should do it a bit more, just to cement the connection. I only want happy memories for you, Nikki. Let me give this to you.”

She raised her brows. “Is Rafe Hartley going soft? I never thought I’d see the day.”

“Woman, be quiet. I’m trying to help you.”

Rafe kissed her again. As he gently explored her mouth, Nikki sighed.

As he expressed his true feelings with his touch, she took the time to memorize his taste and the way it felt to be pressed up against his heat. She was going to need the memories to motivate her in the future because she had a feeling the times ahead were going to be rough.

Then we’ll fight, her beast growled.

Yes, yes they would.

~~~

A few hours later, Rafe sat with Nikki at his side inside Bram’s office. Also in attendance were Kai, Jane, Bram, and Evie. Everyone was waiting for Aaron Caruso to show up. Rafe crossed his arms over his chest. “He’s late.”

Before anyone could answer, Aaron Caruso, along with Quinn and Sebastian, walked into the room. All the dragon-shifters standing in the room made it feel much smaller than it really was.

Aaron nodded to Kai and Bram. “There was a last minute request from Glenlough, which is why we’re late.”

Bram crossed his arms over his chest. “Aye, but where’s Brenna? All of you were supposed to report to this meeting.”

Aaron shared a glance with Quinn before he finally answered, “She’s still with Glenlough.”

“Explain,” Bram demanded.

Aaron didn’t hesitate. “The Irish required a ‘guest’ in exchange for us leaving and sharing one particular secret. If I tell the wrong people, Brenna will be executed.”

Kai raised his brows. “And what is this secret?”