My Boogie Woogie Bugle Guy by D.L. Jackson

Author:D.L. Jackson [Jackson, D.L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Tags: A 1 Night Stand Story
Publisher: Decadent Publishing
Published: 2012-05-30T04:00:00+00:00

Chapter Four

The hotel had decked out the ballroom with an orchestra and band leader. Tables sat around a large dance floor where cigarette girls meandered around the guests, peddling chocolates, flowers, and other wares instead of the traditional smokes. An enormous crystal chandelier cast reflective light everywhere. Couples danced, drank, and laughed as big band music played in the background. Never had she seen such attention to detail paid to reenacting a period. The whole setup was impressive. The tickets had to have cost Geordie a fortune.

“I think the Castillo knows how to throw a party.”

“Yeah.” Grace gawked.

Frank grasped her hand, lacing his fingers into hers. Strong and warm, the contact made her stomach flutter. “Come on. I’ve got a surprise.” He looked her in the eyes and winked, pulling her toward a table in the corner near the stage. A large bouquet sat on its surface.

“Flowers,” she said and lifted them up to her nose to sniff. “I love roses.”

“I know. Geo told me you have a big garden in your back yard.”

She smiled, amazed at how much he knew about her, and how little she knew about him. “So, tell me something about you.”

“I’m a great dancer.” He held his hand out.

Grace slid her palm into his and set the bouquet down. “Then by all means, show me.” No sooner had she said it than the drums started pounding.

Frank grinned and spun her onto the dance floor. In. Out. Under his arm and back through. Even in the heels, Grace didn’t feel like she’d slip or misstep. Like he’d said, Frank was a great dancer and had complete control of the swing moves.

“You ready to cut loose?” he shouted over the crowd that cheered them on, clapping along with the song.

Grace nodded and he picked her up and swung her legs to the left and then the right. A roll over the back and she landed on her feet, spinning like a top, her skirt flying around her thighs. Her hips switched side to side, and he drew her in and let the force of the dance pull her out. Spin. Swing. At one point, he lifted her and back-flipped her over his arm. Around and around she went until she was dizzy and laughing so hard she could barely catch her breath.

Minutes later the song ended, and Frank pulled her in close as the music slowed. One hand rested on her waist, the other held her hand. His chest rose and fell against hers, but he didn’t even look tired. He stared down into her eyes. Heat filled his expression, making her heart skip. The floor erupted in applause.

“Wow,” she said. “I guess you weren’t lying.”

“When your mother has a dance studio, you can’t help but pick up a step or two.” He glided her around and pulled her in tighter. “I’m having a great time. I’m glad you said yes.”

“I’m glad I said yes.”

“Then let’s not waste a minute.” Frank grinned. For the next two hours, they danced.

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