When he opened his eyes, he saw Amelia next to him, her beautiful smile breathtaking as she snuggled in beside him. Nick was so relaxed that he could fall asleep easily, but he didn’t want to miss a single moment with her by his side.
“What did I do to deserve you, Amelia Tucker?”
She kissed his chest and up to his lips. “You’re a good man, Nick Miller. Don’t ever think otherwise.”
“There is one thing we do need to change about all of this.”
Propping herself up on her elbow, Amelia arched her eyebrow. “Yeah? What’s that?”
“Your last name. That’ll be the final touch on something that’s already perfect. What do you say?” Nick was shocked at how bold he was being, but he couldn’t think of a reason not to consider it.
Amelia giggled as her eyes lit up at the suggestion. “Amelia Miller?” she asked, contemplating it. “Amelia Miller,” she repeated, nodding as if she liked it. “Has a nice ring to it, doesn’t it?”
“Sounds like heaven.” Nick never thought he’d get married, but just like old country songs say, it hits you blindside when you’re not even looking. “With everything we’ve already been through, the only way to look is up.” It was corny, it was mushy, and before he met Amelia, Nick imagined he’d have never even considered saying something like that. Funny what a good woman does to a man.
He couldn’t wait for what the future held for them. For once in his life, Nick had something wonderful to look forward to – a family and a home where he belonged.
THE END
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More stories by Danica!
Hometown Glory: Fox Creek Series #1
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Jace Cooper always hated Fox Creek. Guilty by association, he took the blame for a crime committed by his friends one wild night four years ago. Recently paroled, he returns to his hometown, unsure of why he came back. With most of the town pulling up their welcome mats and closing the door on him, he has to find the one reason he wants to stay. Was it the familiarity? Was it his desire to rekindle broken relationships with family and friends? Or was it Annie Martin, his ex-girlfriend he left broken hearted? Reunited for the first time after all of those years, they discover intense sexual passion, igniting new feelings Jace has never felt before. Is it lust, or is Jace Cooper falling for Annie Martin? He must make a decision – stay in Fox Creek and act on what he is feeling, or go to a different town where no one knows his name or his past.
Private Desires: Fox Creek Series #2
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For Jace Cooper, life has never looked so promising. His time spent in prison is quickly becoming a distant memory and he is finding pride in the honest work he is putting in as a ranch hand. After a few short weeks of returning to Fox Creek, he realizes he is growing attached to Annie, the daughter of the ranch owner. They have re-discovered their passion for each other and Jace can't imagine a life without her. There is only one problem - Annie's family and their harsh disapproval of them ever having a future together. His troubled past is one that many can't forget, including her father, who fears he will break her heart again. Jace realizes that he can't continue to hide his feelings for the only woman he has ever felt such devotion for. Should he tell her family and risk being run out of town, or keep it a secret and hope no one finds out?
Building Trust: Fox Creek Series #3
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Jace should be on top of the world with a job doing what he loves, a roof over his head, and most of all, the love of his life by his side. Only one thing is spoiling his new found happiness--the rift between Jace and his father. He can't forget the hateful words his father had said to him before Jace was sent to prison, and now, he can't face the man. He can't risk knowing for sure that his father still hates him. Confronting him might give Jace the truth he is not yet ready to face. He is left wondering what it will take to work up the courage to see him and what it would take to gain his trust back. Annie urges him to make amends because nothing is more important than family. Putting his anger and fear aside, Jace takes a chance when his father is put in a dangerous situation. Is it enough to gain his respect, or will he and his father forever be estranged?
Dangerous Threat: Fox Creek Series #4
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A year ago, Jace would have never imagined his life going the way it was. His and Annie's relationship no longer has to be hidden, Mr. Martin and his father trust and respect him, and his reputation with everyone in Fox Creek is getting better every day. The ex-convict label that stained him before is now becoming a thing of the past. An unwelcome blast from the past catches him off guard and turns his and Annie's life upside down - an old friend involved in the robbery that landed Jace in prison shows up in town. Rather than just assume that the man is up to no good, Jace is gracious in giving him a chance, much like many others had given him. Is Jace's pal back to change his ways or is he in Fox Creek to cause more trouble?
Damaged Love: Fox Creek Series #5
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Jace and Annie’s relationship is going strong. As Fox Creek’s sweetheart couple, they are able to express everything they ever felt about each other without the fear of the small town rumor mill that once threatened them. One question continues to be brought up to both of them – when will they tie the knot and make it official? Jace knows she is the only woman he wants. Annie is completely head over heels for him. The sexual passion they share is stronger with every embrace. They try desperately to avoid the pressure being felt by friends and family, but with it constantly being brought up, neither can help but think about their future with each other. An eye-opening situation serves as a wake up call for both of them. With Jace in danger, both he and Annie realize that life is too short to drag their feet and put things off. Should they move their relationship to the next level or avoid putting a label on something that is already going great for both of them?
Midnight Oil: Fox Creek Series #6
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Things are going great for Jace and Annie. They have both taken a huge step forward in their relationship toward a long life together. After overcoming so many obstacles along the way, they feel there is nothing that can tear them apart. A past flame of Annie’s shows up in town on business, stirring things up in the small Texas town. Jace’s criminal past causes him to question his ability to take care of Annie when comparing himself with her rich ex-boyfriend. The longer he is in Fox Creek, the more it becomes known that he is there to shake up Jace’s life in more ways than one. Can Jace and Annie’s love for each other trump another challenge, or will the wealthy businessman sweep her off her feet and split them up for good?
Here is another short story compilation from Danica –
Working Class Hero: Four Sensual Short Stories
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Wyatt Brooks is the head football coach at a local high school. He’s a mentor, a father, and a husband to Layla. With football season right around the corner, stress is high, life is busy, and the Brooks family is faced with challenges both on and off the playing field. Will Wyatt and Layla be able to keep things steamy behind closed doors? Will they both be able to push through every day life and keep excitement in their marriage?
Working Class Hero is a compilation of four short, sexy, and sensual stories focused on Wyatt and Layla’s relationship.
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