Tangled by Temptation (Doms of Destiny, Colorado 7)

Shane grinned. He had never been happier in all his life. The night’s play had been over-the-top incredible.

“When are we going back?”

“Look at our little sub, bro. She’s anxious for more, and so am I.”

“That makes three of us.”

Corey kissed her until she moaned. He released her and leaned back on his elbow and looked into her eyes. “I love you, baby.”

Before she could respond to his brother, Shane pressed his lips to Belle’s. She was theirs now and forever. “I love you, Belle.”

“I love you both so very much.”

Chapter Twenty

Belle yawned.

“How was the club last night?” Amber grinned. “Seems like you might need a little more sleep.”

“I’m fine.” She smiled. “More than fine actually.”

“I knew you would be.”

“Three days until New Year’s, Sis.” Belle thought about Juan and Jake sleeping with the other boys in the dormitory. She, Juan, and Jake had spent Christmas night at Shane and Corey’s house, but ever since, for the past two nights they’d all stayed here at the Boys Ranch. Their two wonderful sons didn’t want to be far from their friends.

The place was nice and quiet. The sun was just coming up. She and Amber had been getting up earlier for several days. They loved their morning talks. “Won’t the boys be shocked come New Year’s day when the guys take them out on a secret dragon hunting expedition?”

“Yes, they will.” Amber poured them two cups of coffee. She glanced out the window. “Who are your bodyguards this morning?”

“Shane and Corey, of course. It is strange to have a twenty-four seven detail around me at all times.”

Her sister went back to the stove to tend the bacon and eggs she was preparing for them. “Well, it just has to be, Belle.” Worry clouded Amber’s face.

“Why don’t I help you with breakfast, Sis?”

“I’ve got it, and stop trying to change the subject. Lunceford is ruthless. Until he’s put away, you’re going to have to get used to it.”

“According to that creepy doctor Shannon’s Elite captured in Wyoming, Kip’s disease is progressing. I might not have to wait long before he succumbs to his illness.”

“We can only hope. The sooner that bastard is in the ground, the better.”

“God, I never thought I’d feel that way about anyone, but I do.”

Amber turned to her. “Shane and Corey and the rest of the town are going to make sure you stay safe.”

She nodded. “I know.”

“I’m glad that you and your guys decided to build a house here at the ranch. I like having you close.”

“We had to. Moving Juan and Jake to town, even though it wasn’t that far away, was out of the question. Besides, I think Shane and Corey like getting to help your guys teach all the boys about what it means to be a cowboy.”

“I think you’re right about that, Sis.” Amber smiled. “It’s good to see you so happy.”

“I am happy. My life is so complete since the adoption has been finalized.”

“That’s obvious to me by the constant smile on your face, and I might add Shane and Corey’s faces, too.” Amber smiled and then her face turned white. “Oh no.”

Belle leapt to her feet. “What’s wrong?”