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Want to make sure I m not some psycho who drove his wife nuts?
Hunter&
Okay, okay. You deserve an explanation. It s nothing that shattering. We wanted different things. She
needed more time and attention than I could give her. She wasn t interested in the business, other than
the money it brought in. And I wasn t interested in all the traveling that she wanted to do. We were okay
in the beginning. There wasn t a lot of money, but we were happy. Then when the business came along, it
ate into our time together, the money started coming, which was great, but it actually ended up driving us
apart.
I m sorry.
He shrugged. It could have been worse. We didn t have any children, which I m grateful for now. I
wouldn t have wanted them to go through the divorce. In the end, I guess we both got what we wanted.
She got a lot of money, and someone to pay a lot of attention to her, and I got time to devote to the
business.
Sounds lonely.
Yeah.That, too.
Ronniwrapped her arms around Hunter. She lightly kissed his cheek and rubbed his back. She needed
to lighten the mood. They could talk more later about the serious issues. What s that tattoo on your
butt?
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Hunter laughed. You sure know how to change a subject.
I thought so. She tugged on his arm. Now, what s the story on that thing?
You noticed it, huh?
Just barely.I didn t see what it was exactly.
A diamond.
A jewel?
No. Like a baseball diamond. I used to play baseball in college. One night after a particularly satisfying
victory, three of us went out and all got one put on our butts. Hunter laughed and shook his head.
Stupid, I guess, but it was kind of a symbol for us. Those guys and I still get together every year. In fact,
we have another reunion coming up in a few weeks.
That s nice that you maintained those friendships.
They re great guys. But you know what?
What?
We re talking entirely too much, when we should be touching a whole lot more. He pulled her close.
She laughed. No, wait a minute. She pulled back. It s Valentine s Day. I know, don t cringe. I m
aware of the significance of that date. But from now on, it can mean something different for you.For us.
What did you have in mind?
Let s change, and go to that fancy restaurant downstairs and have dinner, then take a stroll along the
lake and spend a little time in the hot tub. After that, we can see what kind of kinky trouble we might get
ourselves into.
A smile tugged at Hunter s lips. Sounds good. He caressed her cheek. I do so like a woman who
knows what she wants. He leaned in for a long, lingering kiss.
Chapter Nine
Four Weeks Later
Sure, I ll bring Ronni , Hunter said into the phone.
Ronniturned from the file cabinet and arched an eyebrow at him. He winked at her and grinned, his eyes
sparkling.
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She couldn t help but grin back. She d never been so happy.
After returning to the office, she and Hunter had continued to see each other.Most of their time they
spent at her home. Hunter had moved in a few things to make it easier on him. His condo was closer to
the office, but he d said that he didn t feel right about taking her to the place where he and his ex-wife
used to live. As soon as his realtor found something appropriate, he planned to move.
Okay, Brian. We ll be there. He hung up and wrote something on his desk calendar.
What was that about?
He tossed down the pen. You remember those baseball buddies I told you about?
The reunion guys?
Right.We re getting together in a couple of weeks, and Brian and Paul want me to bring you along.
You told them about me? She could hardly believe how comfortable she d become with Hunter. Like
their relationship was meant to be. Okay, so that sounded over-the-top romantic. But that s exactly how
she felt.
He circled the desk and pulled her into his arms. You bet. You re the best thing in my life. He lowered
his mouth for a kiss.
The door swung open. Oops. Dex laughed.
Hunter pulled away and scowled. Do you have a camera in my office or something? Every time I try to
kiss Ronni , you pop in.
Hey, I can t help it if you two are joined at the lips. I have news. He stepped inside and closed the
door.
What s up? Ronni asked. She and Hunter had spent quite a few evenings with Dex and his wife after
returning from the resort. She genuinely liked the couple.
Dexturned toward her. Congratulations. You got the promotion to the Head of Research for the erotic
toy division. It s our newest line and not fully staffed yet, so the Board wants to see what you can do with
it without going beyond the realm of what they consider good taste.
It took a moment for Dex s words to sink in. I got it. She let out a shriek and threw herself into
Hunter s arms. Oh, this is great news, isn t it?
Congratulations,honey. He wrapped his arms around her and hugged her tightly. Thanks for letting us
know, Dex . I hadn t heard yet.
Ronnipulled back. Neither of you two pulled strings, did you? She looked from one man to the other.
Not me, Dex answered.
All I told the Board was that you were excellent at your job and very dedicated, Hunter replied. You
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must have impressed the hell out of them at your interview. Dex and I weren t even in on this decision,
just to make sure that nobody could say we played favorites due to our relationship. I m going to hate to
lose you as my assistant. But I m very proud of you, Ronni .
It couldn t have happened to a nicer person. I ll leave you two, Dex said, backing up. I m sure you
have a lot to talk about. Have a good one.
After the door click closed, Ronni turned to Hunter. I m so excited. We have to celebrate. She
glanced at her watch. It s after five. Most of the office personnel are probably gone or soon will be. I
have an interesting idea.
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