Wicked Lover by Michelle Howard

Author:Michelle Howard
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Michelle Howard, paranormal romance, fantasy romance, warlocks and magic, magical lovers
Publisher: MH Publications
Published: 2018-07-26T00:00:00+00:00

Chapter 9

Never had Toni enjoyed herself more at a dinner. Drake’s friends made her feel welcome and not once did she feel she intruded on their lunch. Kale and his wife Carolyn shared a rare connection you witnessed between married couples who appeared to be in sync with one another.

“Do you mind if I speak with Kale for a moment?” Drake leaned toward Toni’s chair while Carolyn gathered up the dishes to take to the kitchen. He twirled the ends of her hair about his fingers.

Much to her surprise, he’d been very attentive during the whole visit. “I’ll be fine.”

Carolyn sent a questioning look from her husband then to Drake. “She can help me make coffee.”

Taking a chance, Toni kissed Drake on the cheek and pushed at his shoulder. “Go talk with your friend. I’m sure I can entertain myself.”

Kale and Drake exchanged a glance and both men left the room, heading down a hall and disappearing. Toni admired the way the black jeans cupped Drake’s very fine ass then hurried into the kitchen after Kale’s wife.

Carolyn pushed buttons on a complicated coffee machine and tossed in a flavored pod with a carafe beneath a spout. “I don’t really need help but this way the men don’t feel like they’ve left us little women to ourselves.”

Toni’s lips twisted in a wry grin. She really liked Carolyn. “I totally understand.”

“How long have you known Drake?” Carolyn asked after drying her hand on a green cloth.

“Not long.” Toni shifted her hips against the counter behind her and wondered if she should explain about their internet connection.

Carolyn raised a brow. “Don’t mind me if I seem nosy. Because I am. It’s the writer in me.”

They stared then burst into laughter.

“I met him on an internet chat forum. This is the first time we’re meeting in person.” Saying it aloud shifted something in Toni’s chest.

“That’s wonderful. I play around with computers but usually for research and fun for my children’s books or to connect with my reader base.”

Toni shrugged. “I’m single and live near my best friend. If the two of us don’t have plans, I hang out online and play games.”

The carafe was now filled with steaming coffee. Carolyn poured two mugs and pushed one in Toni’s direction. “Tell me more.”

***

“She’s not your usual type,” Kale started.

Instantly offended and on guard, Drake glared. “What’s that supposed to mean?”

“Just that I’ve seen you at various business functions. You lean toward flashy blondes. Not the innocent, sweet types.”

Drake grunted. In the past, he admitted to being prone to blondes. That was all before Antonia. Now he was decidedly attracted to tall, brunettes with pretty eyes and round curves.

“I’m assuming you want to talk about your magic?” Kale asked, propping a hip on the edge of his desk.

Drake paced the study, running a hand through his hair. “I’ve got bigger problems.”

“Really?” Kale’s drawl held a sarcastic bite which pulled Drake from his deep thoughts. His friend stared as if he’d grown a second head. “What could

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