Free Confer, Lorelei - Deadly Revenge (BookStrand Publishing Romance) by Lorelei Confer

dinner and a few more ibuprofen, Tory didn’t feel too bad. She helped Sue clean up the kitchen and was ready to make an exit. The events of the day seemed to come falling down around her, and all she could think about was lying down in her own bed and getting some much needed sleep. One look from Dave and he must have read her mind because he stood up from his comfortable chair in Brandon’s den and took her by the elbow.
    “I think it’s time we hit the road. Tory appears to be done in and we all have had enough excitement for one day,” Dave said as they made their way to the front porch. “Good night and thanks so much for the delicious dinner. We’ll probably talk to you tomorrow. In the meantime, I think your ranch should be on full alert since we’re not exactly sure who the shooter was aiming for. Right, Brandon?”
    “Don’t worry about us. We’re always on alert to trespassers and such. You take care of yourselves, okay?”
    Sue hugged Tory good-bye and whispered something in her ear before giving Dave a hug as well. Brandon shook Dave’s hand and gave Tory a hug, and then they waved to them as they made their way to Dave’s truck.
    Once settled in Dave’s truck, neither one said anything for the first five minutes or so. Both were so involved with their own thoughts of the day’s events.
    “What did Sue whisper in your ear?” Dave asked as he laughed out loud.
    “Are you really sure you want to know?” Tory asked in return.
    Dave thought a minute and then said, “Yes, I’m sure. I want to know what I’m up against.”
    “If you must know, she told me you’re a keeper, don’t screw it up.” Tory giggled as she said it.
    “Wow, sounds like I passed big sister’s qualifications, huh?”
    “You sure did.”
    “What about you, Tory? Have I passed muster with you yet?”
    “I need more time.”
    “How about tomorrow night we go someplace nice for dinner?”
    Dave asked as he turned into her driveway and parked the truck.
    “Unfortunately, I think we need a break, a night off to think about what we’re doing and where our relationship is going, okay with you?”
    “How about the next night? Wednesday?”
    “That’s good for me. Let’s say I pick you up about seven, okay?” Dave asked as he put his hand on the door handle.
    Tory answered, “Sure, seven is fine.” Dave opened his door at the same time Tory did, and he was there to help her down. His arms closed around her, and he leaned down to kiss her soft, moist lips. She put her arms around his neck and ran her fingers through his thick, wavy hair. His hands roamed up and down her back, holding her closely as the kiss began to deepen. She opened her mouth for him and there was a tangling of tongues that lit him on fire for her. He put one hand behind her head, and the other one reached for a breast. Her nipples were hard and erect and begging to be sucked. He slipped his hand underneath her shirt and unfastened her bra, then realized where they were. He slowly turned around and headed toward her doorway, kissing her off and on the entire way.
    Once inside her house, she pulled her shirt off and reached for his, wanting to feel their naked, hot bodies touching each other.
    He pulled her closer until his erection was totally against her abdomen. She unfastened his belt and unzipped his pants while he struggled with getting her jeans unbuttoned. She helped him unfasten her jeans and quickly threw them aside. He removed his pants and underwear and reached for her. He slowly drew her to the couch while he removed her panties. Once there, he kissed her urgently, as if it would be the last time. His hands roamed her body, reaching between her legs to caress her tender thighs. He felt her quiver. He moved his hand to her feminine curls and played with her, inserting first one finger and then two. She thrust her hips against his hand. He knew she was ready for him. He kissed her lips, her ear, her soft neck, and then her nipples. He moved