Free Lone Star Burn: Love On Tap (Kindle Worlds Novella) by Judy Kentrus Page B

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    Jennie changed direction and approached them with a forced smile. “I couldn’t help but notice you were glancing in my direction, and thought I’d introduce myself. I’m Jennifer Reynolds. You’ve probably heard I’m staying with Grayson Wolff and his nephew. He felt responsible, since many of my belongings were destroyed in his parking lot the other evening. Grayson was kind enough to offer me a place to stay. Apparently the local motel is being fumigated because of beetle infestation.”
    They gave her tense smiles but kept their mouths closed. They’d been caught, and never expected to be confronted by the woman who was the hot topic of ridicule.
    “From the eager expressions on your faces, you’re dying to know what’s going on with Grayson Wolff and me.” She paused and gave them a wicked smile you’d only share with your best friend. “Let’s face it. We’re all girls and can appreciate a gorgeous, sexy stud, so you all want to know what he looks like naked. Does he have magic in his fingertips when he explores a woman’s body? Is he a great kisser? And the coup de grâce: is he really hot in bed?”
    Jennie had been right all along. The women didn’t appear to be the least bit shocked by her frank questions. “Sorry to disappoint you ladies, but you’ll have to complete your own lustful fantasies about Grayson Wolff, because I’ve never shared his bed.
    “These are the questions I can answer. Number one: What am I really doing at the Wolff residence? I’ve taken over the duties of his housekeeper, since Vanessa had her baby early and he couldn’t get someone at a moment’s notice to stay with his ten-year-old nephew. Number two: When am I leaving? A week from Sunday. Number three: Why all the activity this past week in Grayson’s home? He’s establishing a home office so he can spend more time with Mathew.” She glanced at their carts. “It’s obvious you all have children, and you should get your minds out of the gutters. Grayson would never invite a woman to share his bed while an innocent sleeps one room away.”
    Jennie paused and offered a catty smile. “I’ve given you a lot of information for your gossip train. Now I’m going to go home and finish prepping for Matt’s birthday party tomorrow night.” She turned her cart and headed for the first checkout. “You can all kiss my Barbie ass,” she muttered.
    She was just about to get in line when an attractive woman approached her with a smile of approval. “I’m so glad you told them off. I hate gossipy females, and Grayson Wolff is a great guy. I’m Melanie Hanna, your kind of next-door neighbor. I work for Tony Carlton as his housekeeper at the Double C ranch.” Mel smiled at her five-year-old son, standing next to the carriage.  “This is Jace.  He’s in kindergarten and rides on the same school bus as Mathew.”
    “Please to meet you, both.”
    “Matt is so excited about his birthday party and gave Jace an invitation. Grayson called and left a message, but I haven’t had time to call him back.  I understand it’s a sleepover and hesitated accepting the invite because Jace is so much younger than the other boys.”
    “But Momma it’s going to be Star Wars!”
    “I’ve a suggestion.  Why don’t you bring him over for the games and birthday cake? The party starts at seven.  He’ll be in good hands, I assure you.  Loretta and Boomer will be there helping out.”
    “Say no more. You’ve convinced me. Loretta and I followed the rodeo circuit when we were younger. I better get going and thanks for the invite. See you tomorrow night.” 
    Jennie just finished placing all of her items on the belt when the elderly lady she’d helped earlier pushed her cart into the narrow lane. “Good for you, honey, speaking your mind. It’s what I didn’t hear you say that has me curious. You can’t tell me you’ve been in that house almost a week and he hasn’t kissed you once.”
    Jennie thought she’d