day’s events. How lucky she had been that Cam had been there to save her from certain death. How utterly amazing it was that he was the same guy she saw on the plane to Australia. She closed her eyes and sighed loudly. Was it coincidence or was it fate? She had never been a big believer in fate or destiny, but it was still unbelievable he was the man to rescue her. Annie pictured the gorgeous blue eyes framed by the licorice colored lashes. That cheeky but darn sexy smile he threw at her every time was enough to make a girl melt into a puddle. His hair just needed her hands to be running through it while his muscled arms encircled her with their strength.
Annie smiled slyly and sunk down lower into the bathtub. She felt comfortable but she needed to feel more relaxed. Annie found the bath gel and poured some into her hand. Foaming the gel up, she started rubbing her hands over her arms and shoulders and worked them over her breasts. She ran her hands down over the warm, wet skin of her tummy and moved them toward… Ding Dong!
“UGH!” Annie exclaimed frustrated, as she was brought back to reality with the chime of the suite’s doorbell. She stood up, grabbed a towel, and wound her hair up into a turban. She quickly dried herself with another towel and then put on the fluffy white robe that was waiting for her on the bed.
She opened the door to the suite and standing there with a waiter’s trolley was Will. She smiled and waved him inside. He pushed the trolley past her and toward the small dining table, where he set out the dishes, cutlery, and the like.
“I hope I didn’t disturb you?” he asked politely.
“Not at all. I had just finished my bath.”
“Great timing then.” He looked her way and smiled.
“Absolutely.” NOT !
“I ordered you something I’m positive you will enjoy. Baked barramundi with lemon and fresh herbs, asparagus, and baby potatoes. I even brought up a bottle of fine South Australian white wine to go with it. I’m a little partial to the South Australian wines, since that’s where I’m from,” he said proudly.
“Sounds and smells wonderful. Thank you so much.” Annie moved over to where her purse was.
“I also got the chef to whip up some of his famous chocolate mousse. You strike me as a girl who loves her chocolate, am I right?” he asked her.
Annie giggled. “Yes, I love my chocolate, but most women do, don’t they?” she winked at him.
“Ah, okay. You got me there,” he replied.
Annie went to hand him the note she took from her purse. She knew tipping wasn’t customary in Australia, but Will had been so helpful to her today.
“I can’t accept that, ma’am. Just doing my job,” he said politely.
“Thank you for everything, Will. I can’t wait to try it all.” And she couldn’t. Her stomach had started making noises and they were just going to become louder.
“Not at all. Oh, and by the way, Ms. You do realize who brought you back to the hotel today, don’t you?” Will asked her.
“Yes. His name was Cam…err…Cameron Hart. He was the one who rescued me from the rip.”
“But you don’t know who he is, do you?” he asked again.
“I don’t think I follow you. Who is he?” Annie was beyond puzzled now.
“Cam or CJ Hart is Australia’s best surfer. He’s the world champion, and has been a few times over. Supposed to be a top bloke. He’s been out of the tour for a few weeks after getting a concussion. Probably why he was at his home beach.” Will smiled and Annie could tell he was a fan.
“I had no idea. Honestly. He never said anything about being a world champion.” Annie was a little shocked at this revelation but not entirely surprised.
“Well, maybe, he didn’t want any fuss made. We Aussie men can be quite humble, you know.” Will chuckled.
“I see. Well, thank you for the information on Cameron. He’s picking me up tomorrow morning at eight to take me on a surfing lesson. That should prove interesting to say the