by Lyssa Cole
I need to get it together and focus on this job. It took some time getting here but I finally made it. I’ve got to keep my head on straight and stay focused.
We stop in front of my office, the tour over. The attraction pulses through me, hot and fiery. I pause, my eyes lingering on her. I look away quickly and remind myself. I’ve got 99 problems, but a woman isn’t one.
I smirk. My eyes flash and a look of annoyance crosses Emma’s face. Shit, rein in the asshole, Knox. I don’t want her to know the effect she’s having on me. That’s when the trouble begins.
“Thanks for the tour,” I say, flicking my gaze behind her then back to her gorgeous face. “I guess I’ll be seeing you around the office, then?”
Emma nods. My eyes dart down to her cleavage, a nice small dip between her tits. Great tits. I want to… never mind, Knox.
“If you ever need any help with your patients, let me know,” I blurt out.
Emma crosses her arms, her lips pressing into a thin line. “Help with my patients? Why would I need help with my patients? I’m doing fine, thank you.” Her eyes narrow into slits, piercing me. I think my balls shriveled up into my body. Damn.
I back up, my hands held up in protection. “I’m only saying. You never know.” I shrug and walk away.
I shut the door to my new office, my heart picking up speed. I pace back and forth, my fists clenching, my breaths coming out in pants. Fuck, too much dickhead, Knox. Way to go.
There’s no control over it around women. My mind takes over and next thing I know; I’m spewing shit meaner than the old witch neighbor we grew up next to as kids.
Not all women are bad. But I’m still sticking to my motto, ‘Have fun. Get in and get out…literally.’
My therapist brain kicks in on overdrive, analyzing the ten minutes together and coming up empty. I decide I am going to check out the break room and see if they have any decent coffee. I could use the caffeine kick.
I walk out of my office, hoping I see Emma, and praying I don’t. I don’t want to make a worse impression on her. But I’m worried I will rip her clothes off her body and bang her, against any hard surface.
Fun first day!
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Also by Lyssa Cole
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House Rules
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Acknowledgments
I’d like to thank so many people-how can I even name you all?
First my readers-thanks so much for always sticking with me and believing in me. I appreciate the amazing support.
For the readers who have stayed with me from the beginning-thank you so much for hanging in there and not giving up on me as I ventured into this author business.
To my amazing PA and designer Amanda-you always listen to me bitch and let me annoy you but most importantly, you make amazing covers and graphics and you give me good advice. Sometimes you’re a little too Simonish for me. ;)
To my betas-Dawn, Elizabeth, and Lyssa-thank you so much for reading for me and bearing with me as I finished the end of the story. You always help right away and give great feedback. You’ve made this story better and I thank you.
To my new editor-Emily- you’re an amazing editor and so easygoing and sweet. You had amazing turn around time and my book looks clean and sharp. I thank you so much. My book is so much better because of you.
To my author friends-New and old, I thank you for your advice and support whether it’s sharing or giving advice, it’s amazing. This indie world is so kind and giving and I love being apart of it.
I hope you all enjoyed Alicia and Gabe’s story and thank you so much for reading!!
xx,
Lyssa
About the Author
Lyssa Cole has been in love with books for as long as she can remember. Escaping into a story is her favorite pastime. Wanting to be a writer for a couple years, she is now crafting her own stories. She loves to write sweet & sexy romance with lots of heat and some suspense to keep you guessing and wanting to turn that page! She lives in Southeastern Mass with her two children and their many animals (almost a zoo’s worth!). Lover of coffee, all things ice cream, & always the avid reader, you can keep up with Lyssa Cole by subscribing to her newsletter here.
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