by Taylor Lee
Seeing the tears on Sapphire’s cheeks and knowing that she must be feeling the aftermath of their adrenalin-spiked venture, Jase aimed for humor.
“Speaking of those direct, disobeyed orders, Agent Shaw: I neglected to tell you that while I’m not really into the BDSM scene, I’m a firm believer in spanking the hell out of any operative who disobeys my direct orders, particularly when I’m at nine breaches and still counting.”
Sapphire snuggled up against him and giggled.
“Hmm, Commander Malone, you should tell that to Noah. From what I saw yesterday, he’s a loose cannon. A righteous one, but a loose cannon all the same.”
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Later that evening, Jase waited for her in her living room. He was already starting on his second glass of Scotch when Sapphire entered.
She was wearing a bright pink nightshirt. It featured a saucy looking female soldier wearing a regulation combat camouflage jacket and hat. But instead of pants, the cartoon figure was wearing thigh-high, lace topped stockings, high heeled shoes and a revealing thong. The slogan on the front of the shirt said it all.
You couldn’t handle me even if
I came with instructions
Jase roared with laughter at the impish sight, although he wasn’t surprised at the moisture he felt pricking the back of his eyelids.
He held out his hand, shaking his head at her audacity.
“C’mere, you.”
He pulled her up next to him.
“Damn, Sapphire, truer words were never spoken. Did you get that just for me?”
Sapphire laughed. “To be honest, no. But it has taken on new meaning since I met you!”
Jase eyed the gold collar that she’d been wearing since he’d put it on her before they met with Ventrilo. Removing the tiny gold key from his shirt pocket, Jase held it up to her.
“It’s probably time that I took that collar off, don’t you think? It’s quite a contrast to your nightshirt. ”
Sapphire pressed her lips together as though considering and then she shrugged and grinned.
“I don’t know, Commander. I’ve come to like it. It goes well with everything, except maybe my jeans. And, yes, it is a little odd with this shirt.”
He tipped up her chin and gazed into her eyes.
“I think that we should go jewelry shopping tomorrow, Gabriella. I’ve been thinking that a smaller collar would be nice. One that fits on your finger?”
Sapphire stared at him in surprise. She was quiet for a moment and then threw him a saucy grin.
“Hmm, that’s an interesting thought. But you’ll need to buy two. One for you and one for me. With your reputation, I’m not letting you out of my sight without a brand. Or in this case, a ring.”
Jase laughed and pulled her closer.
“Agreed, Agent Shaw. That’s probably wise and appropriate.”
He held her quietly for a moment and then assumed a mock frown.
“Now on to this evening. I don’t want to mislead you. We have some unfinished business to take care of. I believe I informed you what happens to any agent of mine that goes off the reservation, breaks ranks, and disobeys one of my orders.” He pursed his lips and deepened his frown. “Since you sashayed out of here two days ago, Agent Shaw, you’ve been quite busy. I’ve tallied that you have no fewer than fifteen infractions. They can’t be allowed to stand without repercussions, now can they? It wouldn’t set a good example for other saucy agents.”
He cupped her rear in both of his large hands and squeezed her firm cheeks, eliciting a sharp squeal.
“Do you know what that means, Sapphire? What I warned you would happen if you blatantly disobeyed my orders?”
Sapphire looked up at him and met his gaze. Tossing her head, she said with an impudent smile, “Fifteen infractions? Hmm, tell you what. If you’re actually man enough to make good on your threats, Commander Malone, I’d say we best get started.”
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Thank you for reading Sapphire. I hope you enjoyed reading it as much I enjoyed writing it.
Sapphire caught my fancy from the first line in the book through to the last line. A beautiful accomplished agent, it took the consummate commander Jase Malone to teach her that she also was a woman and a passionate one ate that. But then Sapphire taught the arrogant Commander Malone more than a few things about being a loving man.
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USA Today Best Selling author Taylor Lee writes Suspenseful Mystery Thrillers – with a heavy dose of Sexy to Sizzling HOT Romance.
In the less than four years that she has been writing, Taylor has written more than thirty books. Her six, soon to be seven, series track her Special Operatives, Covert Agents, Cops, Firefighters and other iconic heroes and heroines, through the harrowing situations that make up their lives. From human trafficking rings to corrupt politicians, Taylor investigates the underbelly of society and the criminals who flourish there.
Taylor says: “From the residue in my personal blender of mixed races, cultures and world views, my characters emerge. It comforts me to know that while evil slinks in the shadows, the “good guys” of the world sniff it out – and snuff it out.
My characters are arrogant alpha males and the feisty women who bring them to their knees – and vice versa… They fight hard, love hard and don’t mince words. They are dangerous men and women in dangerous times. Love, passion and ridding the world of evil? What’s not to like?
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Playing with Sapphire
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Table of Contents
Main Menu
Afterword
Other Works by Taylor Lee
Ladies of the Night – HOT Mystery Thrillers PRE-ORDER
The Man in the Arena – Mystery Thriller/Romantic Suspense
The All Fired Up Collection— Contemporary Sizzling Suspense
The Blonde Barracuda Collection – Contemporary Sizzling Suspense
The Red Rock Collection – Contemporary Sizzling Suspense
The Dangerous Affairs Collection – Sizzling International Intrigue
The Grandmaster’s Legacy – 4 Volume Hot Historical Suspense Collection
The Bad Ass Brigade – Contemporary Sizzling Suspense
About the Author
Contact Information