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and found herself in an old-time western saloon.
Her friends stood gathered around a scarred, wooden table, busy
talking. They were all angled away from her, and she d taken care to be
quiet. No one had noticed she d entered the room, giving her a chance to
take everything in.
Trevor was immediately identifiable, being the tallest of the small
group. Standing five-foot eleven, his lean, muscular body drew the eye. A
black felt hat rested atop his dark hair. Dazzling blue eyes sparkled with
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delight as he talked animatedly with the other men. A slightly tarnished
silver star graced the lapel of his black suit, and a brown leather gun belt
was slung low over lean hips. She thought he made the perfect sheriff.
Although Wiz was the eldest of her friends, he was no less handsome.
His deep auburn hair and mustache were lightly sprinkled with gray,
giving him a distinguished look. He was dressed the part of a gambler in
a black silk shirt, tailored suit, and shiny boots. The silver on his bolo tie
sparkled under the lights, and his dark eyes reflected both warmth and
happiness.
Finally, she turned her gaze to John. She d wanted to meet him in
person for a long time. Anticipation quickened her breathing.
His clothing was more rugged than the others, looking every inch the
hard working, muscular rancher. A well-worn tan Stetson sat atop his
dark hair, and she easily pictured him tipping the brim of the hat in
greeting. She couldn t see his eyes since he faced away from her, but Jodi
felt certain his whiskey brown eyes held mirth as he teased Wiz without
mercy.
His shirt was tucked into a faded pair of Wranglers, which by
themselves would have been devastating, but paired with worn black
chaps framed his well-defined ass to perfection. She could not draw her
eyes away from the picture of his ass surrounded by all that black
material. He was sexier than she d ever imagined. Her mouth had already
been watering, and now Jodi was in danger of drooling.
For a moment she considered sneaking back out the door before
being noticed, but it was already too late. As her eyes trailed back up his
striking form, Jodi noticed John had turned toward her, and all
conversation had stopped. She forced her eyes to continue their leisurely
perusal, taking in the prominent bulge rising along his zipper, along with
the large silver belt buckle.
Mmm, she could almost imagine the rippling washboard abs hidden
beneath his clothes. The deep blue western shirt he wore had black
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piping and pearl snaps, the soft material hugging his muscular chest and
biceps closer than a lover. When she finally reached his face, Jodi tried
to read the look in his dark eyes, but failed. John already had his poker
face on.
Her knees felt weak, and her thighs trembled as her hands attempted
to smooth out the tight bodice of her dress. She recognized the nervous
fussing for what it was, but couldn t stop. The three men continued to
stare, further increasing her anxiety. Oh God, they were disappointed.
Damn it. She d known better than to get her hopes up. Time to make her
escape.
As Jodi turned and reached for the door, John s deep, velvety voice
washed over her. She froze in place, his words soothing over her like a
welcoming caress, easing her fears and insecurity.
Jodi, is that you? My God, you are so beautiful! Damn, woman, one
look at you and we all seem to have forgotten our manners.
She was trembling hard, unable to control her shaking hands, and
Jodi was certain they all realized how scared she was. What if they didn t
like her? She would not be able to handle their rejection. All of her hopes
and dreams were hung on what happened tonight.
The next time he spoke, John stood right behind her. She d never
even heard him move, yet his warm breath now caressed her neck and
sent shivers of anticipation to every nerve ending. Her breasts swelled,
feeling heavy, as hot cream coated the lips of her sex. Shit, she could
come from listening to him speak. His voice was sexy beyond belief.
Warm, thick fingers wrapped around her arm in a gentle but firm
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