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206 Irresistible Forces
began craving it. The reason she missed him was
because she loved him and because she loved him,
she enjoyed being with him whether sexual or not.
“When are you returning to D.C.?” he broke into
her thoughts and asked.
“In a few days. In fact, I fly out Sunday morning.”
“Call my secretary and give her your flight information.
I will be at the airport to pick you up.”
“You don’t have to do that.”
“I know, but I want to,” he said smoothly in a
soft voice.
“Okay then. I’ll call and let her know.”
Moments later after hanging up the phone she
got back into bed. Her fleeting happiness was
somewhat fractured by the fact that the only thing
between them was sex. Good, hot, passionate sex.
And yes, of course, there was the baby.
“You’re kind of antsy, aren’t you, Nick? Ms.
Steele’s flight doesn’t arrive for a full hour.”
Dominic was roused from his thoughts by
Ryder’s observation. He glanced toward the front
seat where Ryder was expertly driving the sedan
toward the airport. “I didn’t want to take a chance
on traffic this morning,” he said.
“On a Sunday morning? Who are you trying to
kid? Just admit you’re anxious to see the woman.”
Dominic frowned. “I will admit no such thing.”
“Fine, then suit yourself.”