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." She shrugged."Not the most exciting life." She laughed.His dark eyes moved over her face."Ever been married?"Dangerous territory.She nodded briefly."Yes, once.""What would make you happy?"She frowned."Happy?""Yes.What are you looking for?""Nothing.I mean.I'm happy with what I have, well, generally speaking.""I meant--what kind of man are you looking for?" He leaned his arms on the table.Ellen's jaw dropped.Man? What was he talking about? She shook her head."I'm afraid you've lost me.""Well, it's no secret to you that I'm looking for a permanent mate.a wife." He paused and trapped her with his gaze."I'm rarely wrong about things, and I feel we have a connection.I really like you, Ellen.I want to get to know you better."Understanding was dawning on her rapidly.She let out a sigh."Did Tanton tell you that I'm looking for a husband?""Not in so many words, but he hinted that you were open to serious dating."This had Kate written all over it.It wasn't the first time.Ellen bit her lip agitatedly and met Max's gaze."I'm not looking for a husband, Max.Dating.yes.but nothing serious."Max studied her inquisitively for several seconds."So, you have casual relationships? You avoid attachment?"She shifted in her chair."Um, I don't really feel comfortable discussing this."He frowned."Of course.I apologize." He paused."It's a shame though, because I'd like to date you.seriously."Her heart skipped a beat.My God.he was asking her out.She stared at him speechlessly.He leaned back in his chair again as his mouth curved into a dangerous smile."There is chemistry," he said, indicating the space between them with a flick of his hand."Pretty strong, too."No denying that.She'd be lying if she did."It's just physical." Even as she blurted those words out she knew it was more than that.She was drawn to the intangible qualities of his nature.And the obvious ones--his confidence, intellect, and humor.His eyebrow quirked up."It's a good start."She leaned back in her chair and took a long sip of wine.An affair with Max was extremely tempting.But risky.She could easily fall for him.and then what? Suffer another broken heart? Ellen shook her head."You're looking for a wife, Max.It's not a good idea.I'll never marry again," she stated firmly and felt her heart clench.Any other woman would jump at the chance to date him.A part of her screamed that she was mad.When she looked at him again, his handsome face was somber and unreadable.She exhaled a shaky breath."Look, maybe it's not a good idea for me to take this project."Something flashed in his eyes."No, I want you to finish the project.Make time for me next week."Ellen thought for a moment.Business was business."Okay, I will."* * * *Max had never been rejected by a woman.Until Ellen.He rubbed his jaw pensively as he stared blankly at the computer screen.At least, if she weren't attracted to him, he'd swallow his pride and move on.But the attraction between them was like a sizzling current.She responded to him naturally.He could only conclude that she had been badly hurt in her marriage.Must have been a stupid bastard, he thought angrily.A muscle worked rapidly in his jaw.He had a fierce desire to be with Ellen.She felt right like no other woman.And she was just his type.Long, dark hair he could run his fingers through.Petite, with slim curves he could enjoy for hours.Breasts and derriere that would fill his hands perfectly.Skin that promised to be silky soft.Dark blue eyes he'd been drowning in from the start.High cheekbones, and a full, very kissable mouth.He let out a rough sigh and leaned back in his chair.She said she was open to a casual relationship.Tempting though that was, he couldn't fathom sharing all kinds of intimacy with her on a temporary basis.No need to analyze things too much, instinct told him that he could easily fall for her hard.And then what? Lick his wounds when it was over?Damn, it had been two days since he'd seen her, and he missed her.Had barely stopped thinking about her.He drummed his fingers impatiently on his desk.She had yet to get back to him about arranging their next meeting.He glanced at his watch, realizing he had to meet with one of his chefs in fifteen minutes.Might as well get going, he thought as he stood.He wasn't getting much work done here.Ellen did get back to him, and they arranged to meet on Wednesday.They accomplished a lot--with all his furniture ordered, he was set.Ellen had patiently searched through several different shops with him, clearly enjoying the process.She had refined taste.He admired her expertise, and particularly enjoyed testing out the sofas with her, imagining what it would be like to share one of the loveseats in his home [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]