Sean's reckoning by Sherryl Woods

Author:Sherryl Woods [Sherryl Woods]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Roman
ISBN: 9781602857766
Published: 2010-09-15T06:29:31+00:00

Sean couldn’t forget what little Deanna had revealed about her relationship with her ex-husband. Nor could he keep himself from speculating about all that she’d left unsaid. It was just one more mystery to be unraveled, one more facet to add to this fascination he couldn’t seem to shake.

And despite all his promises to stop hovering over her, he couldn’t seem to stop himself from worrying about the almost driven way she continued to live her life. It went beyond survival instinct. It had something to do with the past. He was sure of it.

Despite her boss’s promise to help her win a settlement from her landlord, as far as Sean could see, Deanna was still working herself to death. He was damned proud of the fact that he managed to keep from butting in, hauling her home and barring the door until she got at least twenty-four straight hours of sleep. But every time he saw her, the circles under her eyes were darker, the weariness in her shoulders more evident.

Even though he’d resolved to keep silent, he couldn’t stop himself from doing what he could to keep an eye on her. Something told him she was nearing the end of her rope, and he intended to be nearby whenever possible in case she needed him. What had begun as a resolution to make sure Kevin was well looked after became an obsession to do the same for Deanna.

“You know, Sean, I like Joey’s food as well as the next guy, but do we have to eat there every night?” Hank inquired as they left the firehouse.

“Yes,” Sean said tersely. He sighed and raked a hand through his hair as he regarded the whole group of firefighters apologetically. “Look, I really appreciate the fact that you guys are willing to go there.”

“Not a problem,” the others chorused. “Especially if you keep paying.”

Sean winced at the reminder. He figured if Deanna found out about that, she’d be furious that he was wasting his money just to keep her under surveillance.

As the other men drifted away, Sean faced Hank. “The truth is, I’m worried about Deanna.”

“Why? What’s up?” Hank asked, his expression instantly filled with genuine concern. “Her ex isn’t stalking her or something, is he?”

“No. But she’s tired and on edge. She can’t keep up this pace forever.”

“And this is your problem because?” Hank asked, though his eyes were dancing with undisguised amusement.

“Because I’ve made it my problem,” Sean returned. “Besides, I don’t know what you’re complaining about. Tonight is spaghetti night. You’re bound to run into Ruby.”

Hank looked decidedly uncomfortable at the reminder. Sean studied him intently. “Is that a problem?”

“No,” Hank said tersely.

Even though his expression warned against further questions, that didn’t stop Sean from asking, “You sure about that?”

“Leave it alone, okay? My relationship with Ruby is none of your business.”

“That can cut both ways, you know. I can tell you to butt out of my relationship with Deanna, as well.”

Hank’s laugh held little mirth. “As if you two actually have one.

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