“As sad as it is for me to say this, I’m relieved the deputy died. Men like that don’t deserve happiness. And I’m also very grateful that the sheriff sent Lana off to prison.”
“I couldn’t agree with you more.” He pulled her closer and kissed her forehead.
“I’m happy that the sheriff didn’t arrest Wyatt for killing the deputy.”
Hugh shook his head. “I did some fast talking with that hardheaded man in order to keep Wyatt out of jail.”
She rubbed his chest. “It’s because you are a convincing and charming man. After all, you convinced me that the feelings I had for you were those of love.”
“I did?” He tilted his head. “I thought you figured it out all by yourself.”
“No. I needed your help.”
“It seems to me that we need each other.”
Sighing, she leaned against him, staring into his eyes. “I need you in my life.”
“What if I told you that I needed a nurse in my life?”
She chuckled. “Why? Are you hurt or injured? Do you need constant care?”
“I need constant care from you and only you. So, I was thinking... I need a nurse for Hugh.” He shrugged. “I like the sound of that. It reminds me of those romance books you read.”
She laughed out loudly. “Aren’t you a funny man, but I think I would love to be your private nurse.”
“Of course, we’d have to make it legal. I don’t want you to get a bad reputation.”
“Legal?” She sat up straight but stayed by his side. “What could you possibly be thinking, my love?”
“I thought about making you my wife. How does that sound?”
Her delighted expression relaxed, and her eyes twinkled – just the way he adored. She ran her fingers through his hair as her gaze was locked with his.
“I think, my darling Hugh, that your proposition is the best opportunity that I’ve ever been presented, and I will gladly accept.”
“Oh, my love.” He pulled her back to him and kissed her. But this time, it would be passionate. Very passionate.
After all, they were sealing the best deal they would ever make. Life with Jessica would make him a very fortunate man.
THE END
NURSING THE HEART SERIES
Amazon series link - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0881KGBVV
Check out “A Nurse for Mitch” - https://www.amazon.com/Nurse-Mitch-Nursing-Heart-Book-ebook/dp/B085D7KTDW
Nurse Lydia Simmons is assigned to a hospital in Laramie, Wyoming. She’s dedicated her life to caring for the sick and wounded, but when she meets a soldier, known only as Mitch, she is particularly drawn to him. Mitch has lost his memories and is desperate to re-discover himself. Lydia strives to help him and soon finds herself falling for this lost soul, despite the fact that her heart belongs to another. A part of her fears what will be discovered if she helps Mitch find his memories. What secrets lurk in his darkened mind? Does he have a wife? A family? As glimpses of his past begin to surface, Lydia starts to wonder if helping him uncover his memories will be his downfall... or hers?
Other published stories by Marie Higgins
https://www.authormariehiggins.com/books
SPECIAL OFFER – If you join my newsletter, you will get FREE books to start your reading collection. https://www.authormariehiggins.com/newsletter
Author’s Bio
Marie Higgins is an award-winning, best-selling author of clean romance novels that melt your heart and have you falling in love over and over again. Since 2010, she’s published over 80 heartwarming, on-the-edge-of-your-seat romances. She’s broadened her readership by writing mystery/suspense, humor, time-travel, paranormal, along with her love for historical romances. Her readers have dubbed her “Queen of Tease” because of all her twists and unexpected endings.
Website – https://www.authormariehiggins.com
Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/marie.higgins.7543
Twitter – https://twitter.com/mariehigginsXOX
Bookbub - https://www.bookbub.com/authors/marie-higgins
A Nurse for Wyatt Page 10