He started eating his own breakfast, ignoring the need to adjust himself. Something drove him to respond to her joyous noise of the good food. Perhaps it was that he could feel her warmth beside him, or that he hadn't stopped touching her silky skin. Either way, he had to say something. Otherwise, she'd continue, and he wouldn't be able to control his actions after another orgasmic moan like that. No man on earth would be able to resist trying to make her re-create that moan while he pumped his cock deep into her sexy body. “You know, you could cause a man to try to make you do those noises for him,” he said casually as he bit into his eggs.
Tiana looked up, startled. “Huh?” Did he just say what I think he said? Oh, my gods, I think he did.
“Those moans of appreciation. They're very sensual; most men would be tempted to be the reason you're moaning, not the food.” I want to make you moan and scream my name. I want to see your body shudder as I stroke you deeply, bringing you to orgasm.
“Oh.” Her eyes sparkled as her skin flushed in embarrassment and excitement. Please make me moan. Make me come . “What about you?”
Ian's grin grew very sensual. “I know I can get you to moan like that. There's no doubt.” Let me suck on your nipples, cause them to tighten. Let me slide my fingers deep in your pussy until they're dripping with your wetness.
Tiana sat up, her eyes taking him in warily. Her mouth gaped slightly at him. Is this what I want to hear? Worse, why do I really want to egg him on to see what he does or says? Duh, you're attracted, Ti. Deal with it, as mom says . “Are you sure about that?” Please say yes. I need you to want me as much as I want you.
“Definitely. However, we can't do anything until the case is over or until we no longer need your services. Which is a bloody shame.” Ian licked his lips, watching as Tiana took in his every move. I hate professional ethics. I would rather throw you over my shoulder, take you to my house, and slowly undress you; lick your curves, slide my fingers over your skin, then slowly fuck you until you beg for me to go harder and faster.
“Oh, my.” Please take me. Fuck me. You can even use the toy my sister sent me, telling me that a battery penis was better than no cock at all. Hell, take me with that and your cock. Please, oh, gods above, please, Ian. But dammit, we're fucked if we get caught. Our jobs could be compromised, but damn, what a compromise.
She blinked, unsure where to go from there. She hadn't been expecting his response. It made him smile more. They had formed an instant friendship, but he knew she was aware there was something more between them. Something that went beyond just the physical attraction.
“I think I just shook up the unshakeable Dr. Wells.” Good, now you know how you have me feeling, Tiana. He took her hand in his. “I find you a beautiful, attractive woman, Tiana. I know this is a shock -- it's a bloody shock to me, as well -- but I won't push. We have this case to finish first, before we even consider going out on a date socially.”
Tiana didn't pull back, but let her body sift through the emotions soaring in her. First was joy. He found her beautiful and wonderful, even though he knew her past. Simply amazing. Then there was the fact that he knew the professional boundaries and wasn't asking her to cross them. That eased her mind tremendously. How should she answer his words? Was there an answer?
“Thank you, Ian. I feel ... I feel the same way, but after the case is solved.” She knew she was blushing, the breakfast they were sharing becoming an event to remember in her mind. “You're handsome and compassionate. I don't know what to say.”
“Then don't. I didn't say it to embarrass you, Tiana. I just wanted you to know how much I enjoy your presence, as well as you, yourself. There were those moans, which could destroy any man's good intentions, though.”
She chuckled, as did he. “I'll try to tamp down the moans from now on.”
“I don't mind, as long as you don't mind the physical effects.”
“Physical effects?”
He debated a moment on whether to tell her. Deciding to take the chance, Ian leaned over the table and whispered. “I've got a hard-on like you wouldn't believe.”
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What people are saying about
Jack’s Back
Jack's Back is a hauntingly beautiful, fast paced thrill-ride. Ian and Tiana's plunge into the horrifying world of Jack the Ripper, his psyche, his madness, and his mayhem will give you chills. Their respect and compassion for each other with make your heart smile. Don't miss Jack's Back by Cynnara Tregarth.
-- Kally Jo Surbeck, author of She Blinded Me With Science…Fiction (Loose Id)
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