Free The Intriguing Billionaire Cowboy [Wives for the Western Billionaires 8] (Siren Publishing Everlasting Classic) by Paige Cameron

voice. “Where did you come from?”
    “Honey, surely you didn’t think I’d let you go unprotected. Gab and I have been taking turns guarding you. I wanted to help, so I cover the mornings and then he takes over.” Sam checked the pulse on both Giselle and the man. “They’re gone. I don’t like taking a life, but they deserved it for threatening you.”
    She stared at him. His expression made him look like the fiercest warrior. Gentle Sam had been replaced by someone she didn’t know.
    “Where did you learn to use a gun like that?”
    “Dad taught us when we were young. But he made sure to also teach us to respect guns, and to be aware of how dangerous they could be. He said never to shoot a person unless absolutely necessary, and then shoot to kill because you might not get a second chance. I have a big ranch, and I need to be able to protect my people and my cattle.” He looked down the road. “I see dust. That’ll be the sheriff. I contacted him once I saw where she was taking you.”
    Two cars came flying down the road, the sheriff and one of his deputies. They squealed to a stop.
    “Hell, you’ve already taken care of everything.”
    “I couldn’t wait for you, Sheriff. They were planning to kill Sylvia.”
    “Both dead?” Sheriff Grady asked.
    “Yes.”
    “She’s shaking. Take her home. We’ll handle this. You can come in later this afternoon and give me a full report.”
    “Will do.” Sam picked Sylvia up in his arms and took quick strides to his truck.
    “Put me down. I can walk.”
    “Hush, I like to carry you.” At the truck door, he let her feet slide to the ground, opened the door, and lifted her in. “See you guys later.” Sam waved at the sheriff and his deputy.
    He got in the driver’s side and turned to Sylvia. “I’m taking you to my place. No arguments.”
    Sylvia only nodded. A reaction was setting in. Her teeth chattered and she shook. Sam gunned the truck and sped toward his house.
    Once they arrived at his home, he carried her inside and straight to the master bathroom. He hurriedly undressed her and turned the water on to very warm. “If it’s too hot, you can adjust it. But it’ll help relax you and stop the shakes. Will you be all right for a minute? I want to call Gab and let him know what happened, and that I have you safe.”
    “I’m fine. I’m not a baby,” she said, but her voice shook.
    He stepped out of the room once she was in the shower. She heard his voice, but she couldn’t make out the words. When he came back in, he undressed and got in with her. He wrapped his strong, hot body around her. Nothing had ever felt so good.
    “I called Gab and Gina. I didn’t want her to hear anything and be upset.” He picked up the soap and began to massage her shoulders and back.
    “Thank you for calling them and for saving my life.”
    “Honey, I was so mad at her for kidnapping you and for them both trying to kill you. I’m not ever going to let anyone hurt you again. Not while I’m around and able to stop them.”
    She turned to face him. “You looked fierce today.”
    “Did you think because I’m easygoing that I couldn’t or wouldn’t protect my own?”
    “I’m not yours, and yes, I guess I saw the way you were as not as tough as Graham.”
    “We’re all tough. With me it doesn’t always show, but my brothers and friends know I’m a rough competitor. Sometimes it’s all right to be underrated. It gives you an edge. But I’m glad you know I can take care of you in all ways.”
    “This doesn’t mean I’m going to be your woman.”
    “I can hope.” She had her arms around his neck. He pulled her legs up to his waist. “I love you, Sylvia. I’m not going away without trying very hard to win you. Right now I’d love to put my hard cock inside your delectable pussy, but you need to rest.” He kissed her and let her legs slide to the floor. “Finish up. I’m going to the kitchen to fix you a cup of tea. Luckily my appliances and