Free Flynn (The Love Family Series Book 3) by Kate Allenton Page B

seduce me?”
    “Good food, good wine, and even better company.” He shrugged. “What’s not to love about that?” He walked over to the sink and rinsed his brother’s mug out.
    Mia rose with her coffee cup in hand. “I should go text my brother and let him know I’m okay.”
    “That’s a good idea. I’ve got some work-related errands to run, so why don’t you relax for a while? Maybe enjoy the hot tub or take a dip in the lake now that you can breathe a sigh of relief.”
    “I might just do that.” She grinned and spun on her heels, heading back to her room.
    “I’ll leave my number on the fridge, in case you need something or just miss me,” Flynn called out after her.
    Mia waved her hand in acknowledgment as she turned the corner to head upstairs. A relaxing day was sounding better by the moment, although she still had a lot to take care of. Finding her own place was at the top of her list.
    Mia pulled out her laptop and did a quick search of local properties for rent and found a new listing on Main Street above Tony’s Pizzeria where Flynn and she had already visited. It was a two bedroom. Granted, there wouldn’t be a view of the beach, but she could make it work while she looked for something more permanent after the tourist season was over. She called the number on the ad and arranged to see it.
    Hurrying out of her room, she caught Flynn before he left. “Can I borrow one of your cars? Trent texted me earlier that he’s having my car delivered in a day or two, but I need to run an errand later.”
    “Sure.” He smiled as he pulled the front door open. “The keys are hanging up next to the fridge. I’m taking the Jeep, so you’re more than welcome to use the SUV unless you’d rather ride the motorcycle.”
    “You have a motorcycle too?” She shook her head. “Never mind, of course, you do.” He was single and sexy, and of course, he’d have something to complete his bad-boy image. “Thanks.”
    Flynn closed the distance between them and pressed his lips to hers in a kiss that left her hot and bothered. It firmed her resolve on why she needed to leave.
    “Be careful while you’re out.”
    “I’m always careful.”

 
     
    Chapter 10

     
     
    Mia pulled up outside of Tony’s pizza shop and killed the ignition. She was doing this. She took a moment and grabbed her purse. Once she committed to a place, she’d be here for at least an entire year before purchasing a more permanent place. Just long enough to, hopefully, finish her research and give the creep that mugged her time to forget her face.
    She stepped out of the car, and the hairs on the back of her neck stood on end. She could feel eyes on her. She slowly turned in place, trying to locate the source of unease. Families walked up and down the street, and patrons came and went from the pizza place. She might not know the locals like Flynn, but she thought herself smart enough to notice someone out of place. Nothing caught her attention, but she hurried inside the restaurant anyway, feeling more secure behind closed doors. The aroma of freshly made pizza teased her nose, and her stomach grumbled in delight. Customers were scattered around at different tables, and a guy was behind the counter tossing the pizza dough up into the air. A smile split her lips as she headed for the cash register and asked for Tony.
    Tony walked with her outside and showed her around the brick building to the stairs at the back of the shop. “You can park here and come up the back way or you can go in through the restaurant. There are two separate entrances. The choice is yours.” He pointed to the lighted area, and it eased some of her concerns.
    “Who used to live here?“ she asked.
    “My niece, Avery, used it on the rare chance she was in town,” he was quick to answer. “She’s a firecracker, always on the go, and a bit of a fitness buff. It was only temporary while she bought a place down on the beach. She’s gone a lot of the time