Being the CEO of a major architectural company in
California has taken over far too much of Chase’s life, leaving no time for
romance. But when a handsome Spaniard offers drinks and conversation, talking
leads to one spectacular night and an awareness of what he really wants. But
once Rico returns home to Spain, Chase will be alone, again.
Rico lives on his family’s strict schedules with no
time for contemplating what is missing in his life. He doesn’t expect to meet
someone special on this business trip. But he is drawn to the big, striking
blond American. Giving Chase someone to talk to, takes Rico’s mind off his
problems. And a mutual attraction gives them both a chance to forget everything
else and let their passionate natures run free.
Chase has a company to run and Rico must return
home to Spain, a truth they must both accept, but will acceptance be enough
when it comes to waking up alone?
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“Regrettably, I believe it is
time for me to return to my hotel.”
Chase set down the empty shot
glass, and a frown creased his brow. “I understand. I’ll admit I don’t like
seeing the evening end.” He eased his chair away from the table. “The least I
can do is give you a ride.”
A
ride. Rico’s body
interpreted the phrase in a whole different way. His heart pounded with the
urge to press the striking man for much more than a simple goodbye. Instead he
valiantly controlled his need and said, “I believe we should take cabs this
night. I would hate to think of you getting into an accident because we both
enjoyed too much whisky.”
Chase didn’t even attempt to
protest. He stood, nodding. “We can share a cab, if that’s all right with you.”
He turned to face the bartender. “Just put it all on my tab, Tom.”
“Not a problem.” He picked up
the phone beside him. “I’ll call for your cab right now.”
“Thanks.” Chase started to pull
out his wallet but stopped when he saw that Rico had already tossed a
considerable tip on the table.
Rico yawned, exhaustion
catching up with him as well as having sat for too long. “Sorry. It’s been a
long day.”
“I apologize for keeping you
out so late.” Chase headed for the doorway. “Hopefully you can get some rest
before your plane leaves tomorrow.”
Rest wasn’t what appealed to
Rico at the moment. His gaze had followed Chase’s taut ass as he walked ahead
of him. He’d been thinking all night about what the handsome blond would look
like naked. The man had a well-toned body and a confident way of carrying
himself that had captured his interest upon meeting. When they’d shaken hands,
something had passed between them. A slight tingling sensation, but more than
that. He’d been almost certain Chase had felt the connection as well. It had
been a long time since Rico had experienced such a powerful attraction and an
aching need to take someone.
“Are you all right?” Chase
asked, turning to stop and wait for him to catch up.
Pulled from his wandering
thoughts, Rico said, “Si. I just have
something on my mind.” He drew in a settling breath and forced a smile. “Someone, actually.”
“Someone?” Chase asked, raising
one eyebrow.
Interest was there in the man’s
expression, in the heat that flashed in the blue eyes. Rico took a chance.
“You.”
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