Page 36 of Always Mine

“Don’t underestimate her. She’s dangerous, especially to you. Her man got killed in the raid. She’s out for revenge.”

Annie gasped.

Will studied Diego. His friend was showing signs of fatigue. He was only two weeks out from surgery. “All right, let’s end this.” He turned to Katie. “I’ll make sure Annie doesn’t put herself or Diego in danger.”

“Can you two please leave us alone?”

The night air smelled like summer when Will and Katie walked outside. A soft breeze ruffled her hair when she turned to him. She was taller in those shoes. “You said you wouldn’t let this happen.”

“I thought I had it under control.”

She lifted her chin. “Rumor has it you’re a better agent than this.”

He bristled. “I am.”

“If you say so. I’ll stay out here with the guard for a while. Go home.”

He wasn’t used to being told what to do.

“So,” he said trying to distract her. “You had a hot date.”

“None of your business.”

Why did it seem like it was? “You said you weren’t dating.”

“Will! Go home.”

“Oh, sure. You’re going to chase the Cobras in those killer heels.”

“Point taken. I’ll get Jerry back out here.”

“He should have seen Annie coming inside.”

“He was in the car. That’s on me.”

Will sighed. “All right, I’ll go.” He turned to leave. Then glanced over his shoulder at her. “By the way, you look like a million bucks, Detective.”

He left her open-mouthed. Unfortunately, the vision of her all dressed up stayed with him.

* * *

As soon as she cuddled into Diego, felt his solid body next to her, Annie settled. “I’m sorry to cause such trouble.”

“That’s all right. I’m glad you wanted to see me.” He brushed her hair down. “Seth took it hard?”

She clutched his shirt. “Very. I hate that I hurt him, but I wasn’t being fair.”

“Music to my ears.”

“Don’t gloat. We hurt a good guy.”

“I’m sorry about that, Annie. But I can’t help but be happy that you’re not engaged anymore.”

“I know it was the right thing to do.”

“Come on. Let’s sit.”

He got them water, then they settled on the couch. He gave her some time. When she said no more, he asked, “What does all this mean,querida?”

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