Cured by the Dragon (Stonefire Dragons 6)

While a small part of him was afraid to think about it, Gregor couldn’t afford to allow his fears to rule his life or he might lose his doctor. I’ll add it to the list.

Good. I’ll think of other ideas.

So you’re an expert on biochemistry now?

I picked up a few things during university. Just because I’m dozing doesn’t mean I’m not listening.

Then maybe you should doze more often.

His beast huffed and turned his back to Gregor. He muttered, “Bloody dragon.”

Cassidy squeezed his hand in hers. “I should meet him properly soon. That might give you a break.”

“More likely he won’t shift back and demand you scratch his ears into the wee hours of the night.”

He watched Cassidy’s face closely, but all she did was smile. “You never know, his presence might be a good influence on my own dragon.”

Leaning down, he kissed her before saying, “We’ll definitely add it to the list of things to try, love. But not quite yet.”

She kissed him back. “I know. Let’s deal with radically changing a major aspect of dragon-shifter practice first and work on charming your beast later.”

Gregor’s dragon grunted, but didn’t say anything.

As they entered the restaurant and placed their order, Gregor took a second to place a hand over Cassidy’s lower abdomen. “With everything that’s going on, we haven’t had much time to address a much bigger milestone.”

“I know. To be honest, it still hasn’t sunk in.”

Gregor opened his mouth when Jane Hartley’s voice boomed out, “The doctors are back!”

~~~

Sid had barely had a moment to think about her unborn child when the human female’s voice garnered her attention.

She was glad for the distraction as the whole motherhood future was still uncertain and brought both good and bad scenarios to mind. Yes, she’d have to deal with it eventually, but it was nice to see her clan members again. Nearly two weeks apart from them was a long time.

The tall, dark-haired human tugged along her mate, Kai Sutherland, who murmured, “They just finished the frenzy. We should let them be.”

At one time, Sid would’ve pinned Kai’s reluctance on his own history. But as he gazed lovingly at his human mate, Sid had a feeling it was more out of courtesy than anything else.

Jane grinned at Sid. “So, it’s done then.”

Gregor’s voice was dry as he said, “So much for the hotshot reporter.”

Jane raised her brows. “I already have reports of loud noises and the banging of furniture from some of Sid’s neighbors. Believe me, Dr. Innes, everyone in your section of the clan knows the frenzy is over because of the silence.”

Gregor scrutinized Jane. “A lass with backbone. I can see why you’re here.”

Kai grunted. “She’s my ‘lass’ as you put it. If you want help with security issues in the future, you’ll keep that in mind.”

Sid rolled her eyes and then turned toward Jane. “Do they ever grow out of this phase?”

Jane leaned in and whispered loudly, “No, although their attitudes come in handy for chasing off unwanted attention.”

“We could hear you whisper fifty feet away, Ms. Hartley,” Gregor drawled.

“I know. But it’s fun to make you work for it,” Jane answered.

Kai moved to stand behind Jane and wrapped his arms around her waist as he laid his chin on her head. “My mate is a little feisty this morning. She had a breakthrough on one of her stories.”