“Hardly, Blair murmured, running her fingers through Cams hair. “I
understand why youre not happy about the fundraiser, but it was
scheduled months ago and if I cancel now, it wil seem as if were
afraid. Add to that the newspaper headlines this morning, and it wil
also look like Im ashamed of us. Neither of those things is true. Its not
going to get any bet er, darling, because if its not Matheson, there wil
be someone or something else that poses a threat.
“Unfortunately, youre right. Cam sighed. “Assuming we do this, there are
going to be a lot more press than usual.
Blair grimaced. “I
know.
“Have you given any thought to what youre going to say about the
wedding?
“Wel , if its al right with you, I was thinking that Id say that Im deeply
in love with you and plan to spend the rest of my life with you,
and since thats traditional y the situation when people get married,
thats my plan, too. Blair nuzzled Cams neck. “What are you going to
say?
Cam grinned and kissed Blair. “If its al right with you, I just thought Id
say that Ive never met anyone who was bet er in bed, so it seemed like
marrying you was the smart thing to do.
“Real y? Blair skimmed her lips along the edge of
Cams jaw.
“Real y. Cam dragged Blair another inch forward, her hands cupping
Blairs butt.
“I think I like your reasoning, Blair
whispered.
“And I think we need to finish this conversation in
private.
Blair nibbled on Cams neck, then bit her. “See, its not so dif icult for us
to come to an agreement.
Chapter Sixteen
Saturda
y
Y oure not ready for field duty, Paula said. Renée clipped her Sig Sauer
to the waistband of her flaring black silk pants, set ling the pistol at the
middle of her back. Then she pul ed a dark green, notched col ared
jacket on over her black
shel and closed it loosely with a wide belt. She checked first that the lie
of the jacket was smooth, concealing her holstered weapon, and then
that she could draw unencumbered by any snag in her clothing. Satisfied
that the short jacket covered her weapon but wasnt going to interfere
with it, she checked her makeup in the mirror over the dresser.
After slipping into black heels, high enough for a formal event but low
enough to run in, she walked over to sit next to Paula on the sofa in their
hotel room.
“Im Dianes escort. Its not exactly field
duty.
“Youre split ing hairs. Just because youre wearing a fancy outfit, Paula
said, smoothing her hand up and down Renées thigh, “doesnt
mean youre not providing protection.
“I know, sweetie. Renée caught Paulas hand and held it. “And I
promise if al the standing around starts to get to me, Il signal for help.
But I can handle this. Real y.
Paula sighed. “Im not doubting you. Im just a lit le
worried.
“Of
what?
“Has it occurred to you that were al operating of the radar ever since
we left
Washington
?
“You mean because were not reporting to some desk jockey who doesnt
know what it is that we do half the time anyway?
Paula laughed. “Yeah, I think thats what I
mean.
“Sweetie, were on Cameron Robertss radar. Il take her being in charge
over some SAC or deputy director Ive never seen and whos never had
my back in a firefight. What about you?
“Yeah,
me
too.
Renée slipped her arm around Paulas waist and turned her lovers face
toward hers with one finger on her chin. “Im real y okay. You know
that, right?
“You stil looked tired, Paula said, adding quickly, “
feeling better.
“Oh yeah? Renée kissed her lightly on the lips.
“How? Paula grinned. “Youre sleeping better.
Renée kissed her again, a lit le more firmly. “Is
that al ?
“Youre walking bet er. No
cane.
“Mmm-hmm, Renée said, trailing a line of kisses along the edge of
Paulas jaw.
“Honey, Paula said just a lit le breathlessly. “Wel mess your
makeup.
“Oh, like I care, Renée
whispered.
“You know I cant have sex before a big game. Paula eased away. “It
saps my strength and makes my brain sluggish.
Laughing, Savard skimmed her hand inside Paulas jacket and over her
breasts. “Are you afraid youl forget al the big plays and run toward
the wrong end zone?
Paula jumped up and backed away. “No fair touching when youre just
teasing. You know I get excited.
Renées eyes glit ered. “Do you
now?
“Renée, Paula said, hearing her own voice rise with a combination of
excitement and nerves. “Im leaving now. Im going to Wozinskis room
for the briefing. She held out her arm, palm facing forward. “
up.
“I know the schedule. Youre not briefing for an hour,
Chief.
“I want to review everything by myself,
first.
Renée smiled. “Okay sweetie. I know youve got a lot on your mind. She
rose and kissed Paula on the cheek. “But when were back here tonight,
Im going to show you just how much Ive recovered.
“Il look forward to a demonstration. Be careful
tonight.
“You
too,
sweetie.
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