Man's Best Friend
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A part of her weakened, the big, warm, fuzzy part around her heart. Maybe it had to do with his mouth on hers, his breath warming her skin. Or maybe it was because she was absolutely certain Rand was the love of her life.
She kissed him back, then looked into his eyes. "And I love you, Rand, with all my heart, but... I need some time to think."
At least time enough to catch my breath.
He looked down at her, his expression filled with regret. "I guess I deserve that." He stroked her cheek. "Take all the time you need, love. I want everything to be right between us. No ghosts. No shadows. No reservations. But, please, spend your thinking time with me—" he glanced at the pup who'd scrambled to the table top and was now devouring their lunch, "—and Licks. We need you, Tessa."
And I need you, Tessa thought, knowing when it came to spending time with Rand, eternity wouldn't be enough.
Still, she'd wait a while before telling him that. At least until tomorrow.
Who said she couldn't be patient?
The End
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Dear Reader,
Thank you for buying and reading MAN'S BEST FRIEND, I hope you enjoyed it, and if you did, you'll check out my other e-titles. :-)
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EC Sheedy who also writes as Carole Dean, lives in British Columbia. She is an island dweller—and loves it. Every morning she wakes to the ever changing sound and colors of the ocean outside her window. Whatever its mood, summer calm or winter storm, she finds it the perfect background for writing romance. She lives with her husband of many years and a Rhodesian Ridgeback who has convinced them both he is a person in dog's clothing.
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Table of Contents
Cover
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Note from EC Sheedy
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