Deception and Surrender by Cali MacKay

Author:Cali MacKay [MacKay, Cali]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Published: 2014-11-18T07:00:00+00:00

Chapter Eleven

“Damien…don’t say crap like that unless you mean it.” Maddie’s heart was thundering at his words. Given the fact that he was notorious for dating a steady stream of models, she couldn’t quite believe he’d be willing to give all that up—and for her, no less.

“I mean it, Maddie. The thought of losing you, the thought of you with someone else, and what we have coming to an end, kills me.” He cupped her face and brushed his thumb across her cheek. “I know it’s not been long, but you mean the world to me.”

“So…Cassandra? She really is just a family friend?” She had to know, had to ask, since Zach had made it feel like so much more.

“I’ll admit that it’s a bit more complicated than that, but…she’s never been more than a family friend to me, and I have no interest in pursuing anything at all with her. I swear it’s the truth, love.” He nuzzled her, his stubble rough and thick, since he hadn’t shaved. And then he kissed her, soft and sweet as he held her face in his hands, easing her worries as she melted against him.

“Don’t break my heart, Damien. Promise me…because I swear, I’m starting to fall for you. And I know I shouldn’t, but I can’t help myself. I don’t want anyone but you.” She was so fucking doomed. It wasn’t as if she hadn’t liked other guys before, but this felt so completely different than anything she’d ever experienced.

“You have my word, love.” He kissed her and held her close, tucking her in at his side, as Zach returned, his eyes shifting from her to his brother.

“Listen…I’m going to run.” Gone was Zach’s smile, replaced by something far more serious. “I hope you guys have a good weekend, and I’ll catch up with you on Monday.”

Damien’s brow furrowed in question, and when he spoke, there was concern in his voice. “If you need anything, Zach…anything at all, let me know.”

Zach nodded, and squeezed his brother’s shoulder as he headed out the door, leaving the two of them alone. “Sorry about all that, love. I wanted you to have a good time, and it got all sorts of fucked up.”

“It’s fine. Besides, if anyone can relate to sibling drama, it’s me. You know what my brothers are like.” Though she had to admit, they’d come a long way, especially now that they were engaged to amazing women. “Do you really think there’s something serious going on?”

“Zach tends not to say a whole lot, but if he needs help, he’s usually pretty good about asking for it.” Damien linked his hand with hers and brought it to his lips. “Let’s get going, love. I’m itching to use that remote, so unless you want to come in the middle of the restaurant like you’re doing some sort of When Harry Met Sally reenactment, I suggest we get out of here.”

They were barely a block from the restaurant when Maddie’s body was suddenly jolted with waves of intense vibrations.

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