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Mine, his Bear pushed at him, and for once, his human side did not fight it.

“So, later then, right?”

“Yes,” he agreed.

Jessica stood there a moment longer, looking like the sweetest damn temptation he had ever seen. Possessive instincts he never knew he had rose like the tide as he simply took her in.

Her skin was smooth and clear, a peachy sort of pale that made him think of sweet cream and sliced fruit. His Bear’s favorite treat. But he had a feeling it was about to be replaced by something much, much sweeter.

Mate.

ChapterEight

Jessica arrived at her boutique just in time to field calls and prep online orders.

It had been a mad rush that morning for whatever reason. Though Jess figured it was due to a certain white haired Witch setting up dates left and right.

Kylie, a young female Tiger who helped manage the store while working on her own designs, was so glad to see her, the woman tackle-hugged Jess.

“It’s been insanity here all morning!”

“That’s good, right? I am sorry I’m late, I uh, had a meeting,” Jessica replied.

“OMG! You went to see him, didn’t you?”

“Who?”

“That matchmaking Witch everyone is talking about! Well,” the she-Tiger prompted.

“Who did he set you up with? Not Lance, right? That guy is so conceited!”

Jessica laughed and the two young college girls she’d hired part time walked in, not even looking up from their phones. She told them what needed doing and took Kylie’s arm, pulling the woman to the back of the store. She didn’t need everyone knowing her business.

“Oh, and by the way, I need more of those pink and white polka dot gift boxes. You said you would give me the email addy for your supplier? But first, spill,” Kylie added.

Jessica sucked in a deep breath. This was all so new, she wasn’t sure she wanted to tell anyone just yet. But Kylie wasn’t just her store’s manager and brilliant lingerie designer.

She was her friend. The blonde was a Shifter, and like Jess, she had curves on her curves while being a head shorter than most. Her designs were incredible. She made panties, bras, teddies, and all sorts of sexy gear and accessories that Jess sold in her shop.

She just loved her designs. Jessica knew good quality, and she had an excellent eye. She’d been toying with the idea of investing inKisses by Kylie, which was the blonde she-Cat’s label, and now more than ever she was ready.

Jessica already found an excellent manufacturer who was keen to get their hands on some of Kylie’s prototypes. She was still deciding which to send first so they could be duplicated to sell in the store.

Right now, she had some basic panties and bras, and they were already some of her biggest sellers. The fact that Kylie was also a fluffier woman, like Jess, was a bonus.

All her designs came in real people sizes. They were comfortable, sexy, and wouldn’t break the bank. Perfect for the type of attireJessica’s Closetwas known for.

“First, thanks for working late today,” Jessica said.

She had been out later than expected. After receiving an impromptu lunch invitation from the Pride Beta, she lost track of time. Being out on a date with Brayden had been easier than she’d expected.

“No worries. It was slow in the morning, but that just meant I could work on designs. The afternoon traffic made up for it though, and we sold out of those stretchy velveteen dresses you ordered on a whim. Anyway, look what I made,” Kylie said and held up a silvery lace number that made Jessica’s eyes bulge out of her head.

“Holy shit, Ky. That is gorgeous,” she exclaimed.

“Thanks! I really appreciate you helping me and taking the chance on my work, Jess.”

“Are you kidding? These pieces are fabulous! I was going to wait to tell you as a Christmas bonus, but I am so investing in yourKisses By Kylie. I already put in a call to my lawyer and financial advisor. I should have a proposal for you Monday.”

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