Loved in the Dark (Tattooed Brides Book 8) by Pixie Chica

Author:Pixie Chica [Chica, Pixie]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: series
Publisher: Pixie Chica
Published: 2020-07-29T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter Nine

~ Juliana ~

The soft shuffle of feet gliding across the carpet alerts me that he’s back in the room. The nerves that have been on edge since he stepped out calm. Cliff has been up for over an hour, trying to get ready for work. There was an emergency yesterday, and as much as he doesn’t want to leave me, his patients need him. I told him as much last night, even as he fought me tooth and nail to stay.

So now, he’s trying his best to be quiet. His main goal…not to wake me. Only I’ve been up for hours, restlessness taking over after having a nightmare. The events of the kidnapping pulled me awake in a heap of sweat. The visions were so vivid in my mind, I relived it in the flesh. I felt Chaz’s breath on my face, his balmy palms on my skin. I fought so hard to get him off me, then I woke up screaming. It wasn’t the first time, but last night was the worst. Fortunately, Cliff was there to hold me, just like every night since we started sharing a bed a few days ago. He rocked me gently, whispering comforting words until I stopped shaking.

It was while I faked sleep that I overheard him pray on my behalf. His pleas to God, asking for enough time for me to fall for him. He vowed to care for me and take care of whoever did this to me. It cracked every wall around my already fragile heart.

Little did he know, his actions have already started to win me over. The man is considerate, gentle, kind… The complete opposite of every man I’ve ever met. Then there are the other parts of him he tries so hard to hide but can’t. A prime example is when we went out to the restaurant. He almost ripped the host’s head to shreds. That level of possessiveness fills me with feelings I’m unsure how to process. He's a jealous man, but it comes from his need to protect me.

His footsteps get closer, and I try to keep my breathing even. His proximity makes my body burn up, but I don’t dare move.

“I know you’re awake, sweetheart. I want to say goodbye before I head out. If you need me for anything, don’t hesitate to call.” He presses his lips against my forehead, giving me a small kiss.

I open my eyes, and I’m greeted with that lazy, sexy smile I’ve come to crave. “Sorry, I…”

“There’s no need to explain. After the night you had, I’m glad you’re finally calm. It tore me apart seeing you break down.” He pushes the loose strands of my hair behind my ear then places his palm against my cheek. “When you’re ready, I’ll be waiting to talk about it.”

There’s so much adoration in his eyes, it makes me feel guilty. I shouldn’t be taking advantage of him. He thinks he’s helping a woman who can’t remember. Instead, he’s dealing with me.

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