reasons for asking her to bring syrup would not be so obvious. Although, he had a feeling she knew his motivations.
Andrew heard the doorbell the moment he put the chicken in the air fryer. Moving quickly to the door, he opened it, and smiled when he saw her. She looked beautiful and refreshed, and he was glad she had taken a nap. That meant she was well rested with plenty of energy for the activities he had planned for them later.
“Did you have a good nap?” he asked, stepping aside to let her in.
She smiled up at him. “Yes, I did.”
He helped her out of her coat, needing to touch her in some way. She was wearing a pullover sweater, a long, flowing skirt, and a pair of black leather boots. The weather had turned cooler, making it one of those cold Virginia afternoons. “I like your outfit,” he said, as his gaze scanned her.
“Thanks. This is for you,” she said, handing him a bottle of scotch. “It’s a housewarming gift.”
He smiled. She had remembered that scotch was his favorite drink. “Thanks. I will put it to good use.”
Then, she passed a bottle of maple syrup. “And here’s this.”
He took the bottle. “Thanks.” He placed both items aside and pulled her into his arms. “Now, to thank you properly.”
He lowered his mouth to hers and kissed her. He needed to taste her and was overjoyed when she returned his kiss. When he finally lifted his head, he brushed his knuckles against her cheek. “I missed you today.”
“And I missed you, too, Drew.” She sniffed the air. “Something smells good.”
“I’m preparing chicken and waffles.”
“Good thing I brought the syrup.”
Andrew smiled down at her. “Come on in the kitchen and keep me company. I’m air-frying the chicken, just the way you like it.”
She followed him into the kitchen and slid onto the barstool at the breakfast counter. “Need my help?”
He glanced over his shoulder at her. She looked good sitting there. He always liked her hair loose and flowing over her shoulders. “No, I’ve got this. Batter’s already made up.”
“Then, I’ll go wash up.”
He watched her slide off the stool and walk toward his half-bath off the hall. He turned back to the waffle iron. Lord knows he was trying to keep his hands off her, but it was hard. When she returned, he put her to work setting the table, since he’d decided to eat in the dining room. In a few moments, both the chicken and waffles had been cooked to a golden brown.
While they ate, he told her how lousy his golf game had been today, but didn’t elaborate as to the reason why. “Do you still play tennis, Toni?” He’d taught her how to play while they were together, and she’d picked it up quickly.
“I haven’t played in a while.”
“Then, maybe we can get a game or two in when the weather warms up.”
She chuckled. “And when do you think that will be? I talked to my grandparents earlier today and they were headed for the beach.”
He smiled, while taking a sip of wine. “You won’t get that kind of weather here in March,” he said. “But you’ll see the blooming of the cherry blossoms in a couple of weeks. Still, anything is possible. A few years ago we had a snowstorm in late March.”
She shivered. “I can’t stand cold weather.”
“Yes, I know.”
“And how do you know?” she asked him, grinning.
He took another sip of wine. “I remember having to adjust the air-conditioner in the hotel room because you would be cold.” He leaned in over the table and smiled. “To be quite honest, I just figured that was your way of letting me know you wanted me to warm you up.”
She held his gaze over the rim of her wine glass. “You are so astute.” Then, she leaned over the table, too. “So, Andrew Logan, do you want to warm me up now?”
THE MINUTE DREW HAD opened the door, Toni wanted him. What woman wouldn’t? He had stood there in a pair of jeans that fit his male body to perfection, and a t-shirt that stretched across his broad, muscular chest. And then there was that beard that made him look sexier than ever.
There was no shame in getting what she wanted. Especially since making love to him again topped the list. She hadn’t been able to sleep last night because her body still yearned for more of what he’d given her yesterday. She definitely wanted more.