Music, Ink, and Love

by Jude Ouvrard

  Tyler wanted to talk about some legal questions he had. I was his unofficial lawyer, free of charge. Working in a firm wasn’t my thing, but I still got a kick out of helping and sharing my knowledge.

  All this talking had taken time away from my plan to speak with her. I watched her for a couple of minutes and she seemed to be having a great time. Her smile, her eyes and her sex appeal, I liked everything about her.

  “Can I get you anything?” she asked, taking the mess off the counter. I hesitated. Do I ask for a drink or not? Do I ask her out? No, no that’s too soon. If I do that, I’ll just scare her away.

  “A smile. Give me one and I guarantee you’ll get the biggest tip tonight.” Really, Levi? That’s all you got?

  “You don’t want a drink? How about some water??” She blushed. My words had surprised her, but she kept on rolling with her job. She was good at controlling her emotions, but I knew there was something there.

  “No, just a smile. You're the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen and I’d be satisfied with a smile.” I ran my hand through my hair getting nervous about what her reaction would be to this.

  She didn’t say anything back, but she gave me a smile. Not just a tiny one, a freaking loving smile. Fuck, that girl was beautiful. Her name tag said Phoenix, and I was thankful that I had the time to look before leaving. I didn’t want to stay longer. My goal was to leave her questioning herself. Walking away now seemed like the best idea.

  “Thank you, Princess. You just made my night.” I said over my shoulder.

  Her eyes burned holes into my shirt and my heart threatened to escape from my ribcage. The sound of her voice resonated into my mind and the sight of her beautiful lips haunted my mind.

  Phoenix didn’t know it yet but soon, she would be mine.

  Acknowledgement

  First, thank you to everyone who took the time to read Body, Ink, and Soul and reviewed it. It means so much to me. Big hug to you all.

  Thank you, Elizabeth, for working through the edits. You are a great editor and it was fun to work with you.

  Thank you Tami and Tracey for proofreading and helping me throughout the writing process.

  Danielle, thank you for reading and giving me feedback. I appreciate it so much. You make it all better.

  A special thanks to all the members of my street team... I love sharing my projects or teasers with you all. You are precious.

  And my friends... You are all so special and important. Tracey, Sylvia, Lisa, Sandra, Gracie. THANK YOU.

  Merci à ma famille et amis (es).

  Jude xox

  Who is Jude?

  Jude Ouvrard is an author who writes from the heart, and reads with passion and devotion. Jude enjoys stories of drama, true love, tattoos, and everything in between. While writing is her therapy, reading is her solace. Life doesn't get better than books and chocolate, and maybe a little bit of shopping.

  A romance lover, Jude writes about love, pain, heartbreak and matters that will challenge your heart. A book can tell an unexpected story, no matter which directions it takes. Jude embraces words that have haunted her for years.

  Jude is a working mom who dedicates her time to a law firm and writing books. She has an energetic five-year old superhero son, and a supportive boyfriend of thirteen years. Her family is her rock; she could not survive without them. Born a country girl, she transformed into a city woman who now lives in Montreal, Canada. Although French is her first language, Jude decided to write in English because she liked the challenge.

  Jude Ouvrard is the author of two novellas, Under the Sun and Wonderland, and three novels, Lost Dreams, Body, Ink, and Soul, and Ophelia. She is currently working on a new project.

  "Drama, true love, and tattoos...and everything in between!"

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