Page 53 of Ravish

“I’ll get it.” Colby walked to the door and checked to see who it was. He opened the door.

“Hi,” the deliveryman said. “Order for a large meat pizza, cheese bread, and for dessert, our special brownie delight.” He held the food out.

“Thanks, Johnny,” Lara said, smiling at the young man.

Colby handed the kid the money and took the food.

“Nice to see you, Miss Lara, enjoy.” He turned and jogged down the steps.

“That smells delicious,” Lara said. “Put it on the coffee table while I get plates and napkins.”

Colby carried everything over to the table and set it down. Lara was right; this did smell delicious. She returned, and they ate.

“Well, since tonight is kind of messed up, what do you want to do?” she asked after they polished off dessert.

“It’s fine.” He helped her clean up and put the leftovers in the fridge. He’d noticed over dinner that Lara kept looking at the door as if she expected someone to be there. “Are you worried about another break-in?”

“Yes, no...Maybe.” She let out a breath. “I’m glad you’re here, but I don’t get it. Why did he break in if he wasn’t going to steal anything?”

“Maybe you got home before he could?”

Lara’s nose scrunched up as she concentrated. “I was home a little bit earlier than normal, but still.” She shivered.

“I’m sure it was just a random break-in and you surprised him.” But he had to wonder. There were no broken windows or doors and there was the fact her alarm system had been turned off. “Why don’t we find something on TV to watch?” He pulled her close once again.

“You pick.” She handed him the remote. “I have several streaming services so I’m sure you can find something.”

Colby scrolled through the channels and finally settled on an action/adventure movie. “Is this okay?” he asked as it started.

“It is. I love superhero movies.” She settled against him.

Two hours later, Colby glanced down to see Lara was sound asleep. He wasn’t surprised. The adrenaline spike was gone. He shifted on the sofa so she lay on top of him. He pulled the throw from the back and put over her. The next movie started as his eyes closed.

* * * *

Lara snuggled against something warm and somewhat hard. The heat is what kept her close. It might be late April, but they still had some cool nights. She curled her arm over... Hair tickled her skin. She froze and opened her eyes.

Twinkling green eyes were gazing down at her. “Good morning, sweetheart.”

“Colby?” She was about to ask him what he was doing there when the events of last night came back to her. “You stayed?”

“You fell asleep on the sofa. I didn’t feel right leaving you alone, so I carried you to bed.”

Lara swallowed, glanced down, and blew out a breath. Okay, she was still wearing her panties. And Colby?

“Before you ask, yes, I undressed you, and I still have on my shorts. I didn’t think you’d appreciate either of us being naked when you woke this morning.” He tucked his chin down. “But I can remedy that if you want to play.”

Want and need filled her veins until she remembered. “What time is it?” She twisted in his hold to look at the clock.

“About six,” he said.

“I’ve got to get to the café.” She’d rather spend the day in his arms, but she had a business to run. “I’m going to be late as it is.”

“Then this will wait until later.” He gave her a brief hard kiss and released her.

* * * *

Lara grinned as she pulled into the club parking lot. She’d seen Colby several times today, including a few hours ago when he loaded the hot boxes into her car. He’d spent last night with her. Her heart warmed. He’d held her all night, keeping her safe. Lara hated that she hadn’t had time to spend with him this morning. Maybe tonight after they were done at the club. Actually, maybe she’d invite him back to her place tonight, and they could enjoy some sexy times in her bed.

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