Hotshot (The Bennett Brothers 1)

I get a nagging feeling that there’s a lot more to the story but decide to drop it because, obviously, he doesn’t want to share. He tugs me into him and kisses me softly then leans his forehead against mine.

“I also asked her to locate a boat salesman.”

“Why?”

“I’m buying a boat. After today, I decided we are going to spend a lot more time on the water.”

“You enjoyed it that much? I thought you’d been on a charter before.”

“I have. Dozens of times. But today was different. Today, I was with you, and seeing how much you enjoyed it made me want to give that to you anytime you want.”

“What?” I jerk back to read his face. “You can’t be serious.”

“I am serious.” His eyes shine bright.

“You’re buying a fishing boat because I had a good time?”

“Sure am. But it will be more than a fishing boat. I want bedrooms, a fully equipped galley, and anything else you request. ”

“Do you know anything about boats?”

He cocks an eye at me with a look of exasperation. “Bizzy.”

“No, I mean it. You’re talking crazy!”

He knifes up, twisting fast, and brings me down on my back. He leans on his elbow, and his other hand pushes my hair out of my face as he runs his fingers along my hairline.

“Did you have fun today?”

“You know I did.”

“So I’m buying one. I think the name Benn Bizzy has a nice ring to it, don’t you?”

I suck in a breath at the thought he’d want to combine our names. My pulse starts racing, and I have to bite my tongue to stop the tears that threaten.

Is this really happening? Is this kind of happiness possible?

When I think I can speak without my voice cracking, I cup his cheek and run my thumb across his bottom lip.

“I think it’s a great name.”

“Then it’s settled.”

“You have more money than sense, you know that?”

“Probably, but anything that’s within my power and reach that puts a smile on your face, I’m going to do it.”

“Just so you know, I’m a pretty simple girl.”

“The only thing simple about you is your modesty. Otherwise, you are deep and passionate, with a loving nature that captures everyone in your web. Anyone lucky enough to be in your presence can feel your warmth. If I had to describe you to anyone, they’d think I was lying because beauty like yours is so rare.”

His words sink in, filling me with so much love for this man, I want to burst. My hands thread through his thick hair and trail down his cheeks, the stubble on his face leaving a tingle in my fingertips. “Shaw?” I swallow hard, trying not to lose my courage.

“Yes?”

“Make love to me. Give me something I’ve dreamed about for years. Prove to me this is real.”

His eyes grow wide and transform into the most exotic shade of honey as they pierce into mine. The little bit of air between us starts to sizzle with sexual desire. My breathing picks up as he searches my face for any sign of uncertainty. I know he wanted to take this part of our relationship slow, but I don’t want to wait.