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All girls wanted you to believe you were the only man they’d hop into bed with. I didn’t doubt her, but I wasn’t one of those men who actually cared if she was easy since I was a player. I loved a woman who knew what she wanted—in and out of the bedroom. I didn’t want no damn virgin. “I believe you. But you’re here now. You’re like an angel sent to me. Call or no call, I missed you,” I relented. “I’ll take care of you while you’re here and make sure you’re safe.” It was a genuine offer. Some of the shit I had seen left me with nightmares. But I was damn good at myjob.

I touched her shoulder and watched her body shiver. I wasn’t going to push myself on her, but I hadn’t gotten laid since that night. I’d be damned if I wasn’t going to try. Besides, I really liked her. With just one night, she’d kept me on mytoes.

Her body responded to me, her chest heaved, her mouth moistened. That was all I needed to see. I kissed her, my beard scratching her softskin.

“Kyle, I’ve thought about our night together so many times. But I don’t want to get kicked off the team. We have strict rules about not entertaining themen.”

I placed my finger over her lips. “It’s okay, baby. If you want to spend some alone time with me while you’re here, I can arrange that. I want you. But the ball’s in your court. Trust me. No one’s going toknow.”

Her eyes widened but her brows furrowed. After an awkward pause, she finally spoke, her voice cracking. “Yeah. Sure. Why not? I’m game.” Her eyes told me she didn’t agree with what she’d said. But I wasn’t about to question her. She rubbed her fingers over my chest and traced them down to just above my cock. I groaned inwardly, my balls tightening. Yep. I was in for a world of hurt tonight. My length grew inside my cammies, and I wanted to take her then and there, but I needed towait.

She fought a yawn, but it overtook her. I knew she must’ve been tired, after her long travel day. I had a week to be around her, take care of her every need, and maybe she’d take care of mine. Plus, I couldn’t wait to see her dance in those tight, white boy shorts the girls on her cheer teamwore.

“You’ve got a big day tomorrow. I’ll work something out for after theshow.”

“I’m glad you’re here, Kyle.” Her plump, pink lips parted, begging me to kissthem.

“Get a good night’s rest. I’m your personal security guard for the week. I’ll see you tomorrow.” I kissed her with gusto, showing just how much I wanted her, and cupped her ass in my free hand. Then left before I got both of us in trouble. I walked back to my barracks, adjusting myself as I went. I’d plan a date with her tomorrow night. Shit, Pat owed me one. He’d find a way to hook a brotherup.

I didn’t normally believe in fate—Pat and Annie were always talking about how they were destined to meet and be together. But that was for suckers, right? Shit. I shook my head. Could it be true? What were the chances of Sara and me meeting in San Diego, both omitting parts of our lives, and reuniting all the way across the world? I wasn’t gonna lie. The cheerleader and football player had a nice ring toit.