Defended by a Highland Renegade by Vonda Sinclair

Author:Vonda Sinclair [Sinclair, Vonda]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Publisher: UNKNOWN
Published: 2016-11-30T18:00:00+00:00

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The next morn, after Darack and Mairiana had quickly broken their fast, they headed toward the ship in the cool, misty rain. They all suspected that Alec would leave someone watching for her at the docks. Because of this, she now wore a different plaid arisaid over her cloak so she would appear different from yesterday. With the cowl completely enveloping her head, she affected a limping, stooped gait while she held onto Darack's strong arm.

Likewise, he had borrowed a dark cloak from Felix, and now his head was covered in a cowl. Having left his own sword back at Dunmoris, Clan Grant's castle, in order to play the role of stall-mucker, Darack had borrowed a sword from his friend to help protect her. She prayed he wouldn't have to use the weapon.

Once on the galleon's deck, Mairiana glanced around in the gray dawn light to make sure no one was watching. Her gaze scanned the docks. A dozen or so men loitered there in different areas, but none were facing her direction.

"I don't think anyone saw us," she whispered, still holding onto Darack's arm, so strong and comforting.

He shook his head. "Come. I have to speak to the captain and get you out of this rain."

After they found Captain Madding, Darack spoke to the tall, graying man alone, then escorted her to the captain's cabin, which he'd allowed her the use of since she was the only lady on board.

After entering, Darack closed the door behind them. The salon of the captain's quarters was a small, confined space with a low ceiling. A wee table and two chairs occupied the center of the floor. Two more padded chairs sat to the side.

"I'm glad we'll be in here," she said. "'Tis cozy."

"You will be in here. I'll be guarding outside."

She frowned up at him. "But 'tis raining."

"That isn't rain. 'Tis only a mist." He gave a near imperceptible grin. "I have to keep an eye out. I don't want anyone slipping up on us."

"Oh." She had to admit she was disappointed, for she wanted to spend more time with Darack. She had enjoyed last night and could not get it out of her head.

He stepped closer and placed his fingertips along her jawline, making her heartrate triple. "Mairiana, I want you to know, I'll protect you." His dark eyes were solemn, and he seemed to be looking into her soul.

"I know you will. I never doubted it," she whispered.

He nodded, searching her face, looking as if he wanted to say more. Instead, he pulled her close and lowered his mouth to hers. His lips were warm, firm and gentle at first. Her heart thumped against her throat as she slipped her hands into his hair, needing him closer. With a sudden jolt, the kiss turned torrid and all-consuming.

Good heavens! This kiss was even more toe-curling than the one the night before, and she could not get enough of his addictive mouth.

With an abruptness that shocked her, he pulled away and faced the door.

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