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encouraging nod and that overly warm thing that kept happening over and over with him happened again. She was certain this man would let her drink until she passed out, and he’d make certain she got home safe and sound with no harm done.
    The only problem with that was that she desperately wanted him to stay with her through the night. Maybe even have breakfast in the morning. Whatever was going on inside her panties intensified at that thought. “What time is it?”
    Too dark to see anything not illuminated, Connor palmed his phone, looking down at the display. “Eight thirty.”
    “We’ve been out here for hours. Am I keeping you from something?” she asked Connor.
    “Not at all. I’m good,” he reassured.
    “Then I’ll keep this one, but next time, bring me a glass of water?” she said, looking up at Tony. He gave a nod and left as quietly as he’d come. They had talked for hours, but these moments of quiet weren’t uncomfortable. The fire pit, candles, and tiki torches were all that lit the secluded area, casting enough of a glow to intensify the rugged look Connor carried so well. This man just did it for her. It was a wonder she hadn’t crawled onto his lap and forced him to take care of all this desire he had easily ignited inside her.
    With the sex decision made, her gaze stayed locked on Connor as she contemplated all the crazy thoughts running through her fuzzy brain. In her head, he was large and solidly built. He could easily handle her, actually manhandle her in the best possible way. He’d have no problem with her height as he held her in place in whatever position he chose. The thought made a slight chill glide across her body.
    “Here. Take this.” His deep voice broke the sensual image playing through her overactive imagination. Connor immediately shrugged off his windbreaker, handing it over to her. She absolutely didn’t need the jacket. She’d put her hoodie on hours ago. However, it was such a chivalrous gesture that she didn’t turn the offer away. Instead, she pushed her arms through each sleeve to pull the jacket on. The thing was cozy warm from his body heat and swallowed her.
    The delicious spicy scent of his cologne had her lifting the sleeve to her nose, taking a deeper breath. The exotic smell only magnified all the sexual tension peaking inside her.
    “You smell incredible,” she said, settling back in her seat, drawing her legs up underneath her. She wondered if he had any idea how perfectly he’d set up their romantic atmosphere—the fire crackling close by, the warmth of his jacket caressing her skin, alcohol flowing freely, and his deep, rich voice ghosting across her heart every single time he spoke.
    Maybe she’d misjudged him. He could clearly be an expert in the art of seduction. He’d reeled her in completely. She reached for her glass and took a sip for really nothing more than the liquid courage she needed to follow through with how she wanted this evening to end.
    Her gaze returned to his as she took a long drink. No, she didn’t think she’d gotten it wrong. Every word, every action tonight proved what she already knew: Connor was a gentleman to his very core. As much as she had allowed herself to loosen up, flirt with this handsome man, he had been vigilant in keeping them casual and friendly. Only the outline of his impressive hard-on gave her any clue to his interest in anything more than conversation and the few drinks he’d had. Seeing that evidence and his lack of doing anything about it, made her bolder, let her lose her inhibitions. She placed her drink on the table as she leaned toward him. He didn’t quite reciprocate the move, but she hoped he might be leaning in closer to her.
    “I should have asked this earlier. Do you have a girlfriend?”
    “Would I be out here talking to you if I did?” he asked, looking as if the question had offended him. She glanced at his disgruntled gaze and busted out a laugh at his serious response. She