“I’m impressed.” He continued to lightly play with her hair. “Did you go to the University of Arizona?”
She nodded. “Yes.”
“I graduated from the U of A twelve years ago,” he said with a grin. “I’d bet you were at least eight years behind me.”
“Something like that.” She smiled. “What was your major?”
“Animal Sciences.”
The song ended, surprising her. The time had passed faster than she’d expected.
“I’d better go,” she said as they drew apart.
“Why?” He walked beside her as she left the dance floor.
“It’s getting late.” And she was becoming far too interested in this bull rider.
He caught her by her hand and drew her to a stop. “Sure I can’t talk you into a drink?”
“You already talked me into dancing with you.” She smiled. “But no, not a drink.”
“Give me your phone number,” he said. “I want to see you again.”
She shook her head. “I don’t date bull riders.”
With a laugh he said, “Why not?”
“It’s too dangerous a sport,” she said. “I’d be worried all the time.”
“You’d worry about me?” He had that sexy grin again.
Somehow she felt off-balance by his reply. “I suppose I would, if we were dating. Which isn’t a possibility because, like I said, I don’t date bull riders.”
“Why don’t you give me a chance?” he said. “I’ll show you that you don’t have to worry about me.”
She put her hands on her hips. “How many bones have you broken over the years? How many concussions have you had? How many times have you had to be stitched up?”
He winced.
“Or,” she went on, “maybe you should just tell me what bones you haven’t broken. Yet.”
He shook his head. “It’s not as bad as it sounds.”
“Oh?” She folded her arms across her chest. “How many times have you ridden even when you were injured rather than waiting for those bones and injuries to heal?” She didn’t wait for an answer. “More times than you can count, I’ll bet.”
He laughed and raised his hands. “Aw, come on, Danica. Just give me a chance.”
She liked the way he said her name. His voice had a raw, sensual quality about it. “I’m heading up to my room now,” she said. “It really was nice meeting you.”
“So you’re staying here,” he said as she turned away and he fell into step beside her.
She realized her mistake when she’d said “up to my room.” She paused mid-step and shook her head as she faced him. “Good night, Creed.”
“I know when I’m not wanted.” A smile was on his lips though when he said the words. “Good night, Danica.”
As she walked out of the bar and made her way to the elevators, she found it hard not to look over her shoulder. She could feel him watching her and if she looked, she might find herself turning around and going back.
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About Cheyenne
New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Cheyenne McCray’s books have received multiple awards and nominations, including
*RT Book Reviews magazine’s Reviewer’s Choice awards for Best Erotic Romance of the year and Best Paranormal Action Adventure of the year
*Three “RT Book Reviews” nominations, including Best Erotic Romance, Best Romantic Suspense, and Best Paranormal Action Adventure.
*Golden Quill award for Best Erotic Romance
*The Road to Romance’s Reviewer’s Choice Award
*Gold Star Award from Just Erotic Romance Reviews
*CAPA award from The Romance Studio
Cheyenne grew up on a ranch in southeastern Arizona. She has been writing ever since she can remember, back to her kindergarten days when she penned her first poem. She always knew one day she would write novels, hoping her readers would get lost in the worlds she created, just as she experienced when she read some of her favorite books.
Chey has three sons, two dogs, and is an Arizona native who loves the desert, the sunshine, and the beautiful sunsets. Visit Chey’s website and get all of the latest info at her website and meet up with her at Cheyenne McCray’s Place on Facebook!
Table of Contents
Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
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Excerpt… Roses and Rodeo
About Cheyenne
Table of Contents
Prologue
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Chapter 13
Chapter 14
Chapter 15
Chapter 16
Chapter 17
Chapter 18
Chapter 19
Chapter 20
Chapter 21
Chapter 22
Chapter 23
Chapter 24
Chapter 25
Also by Cheyenne McCray
Excerpt… Branded for You
Excerpt… Lingerie and Lariats
Excerpt… Roses and Rodeo
About Cheyenne
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