“Where did you get that idea?”
She snorted. She didn’t understand why she was fighting him so much. It was like she was testing him to see if he’d stick around even when he saw the worst of her. “From everything, now let me up. I want to leave.”
“No. We’re not done talking and coming to an understanding. You’re right, I wouldn’t spank Kyla if she cursed, but I might if she put herself in danger. Besides, I haven’t heard her curse yet.”
“Why would you only do that?”
“Because she’s not my little.”
She stiffened, too afraid to hope, but she couldn’t help but ask. “And what am I to you?”
“I’m hoping you’ll agree to try a relationship with me, pet. I’m guessing we’ll do well together, but if you decide no, I’ll take care of you no matter what you decide.
“Why me? Kyla’s a better person than me.”
“That’s bullshit.”
“Why do you get to curse, but I can’t?”
“Because I’m a guy.”
She growled and tried to bite him.
He laughed and dodged her teeth. “Jesus, you little hellion. You and I are going to get along fine. I don’t feel like that about Kyla. I never have. She’s like a little sister to me. But you and me … we’ll do well together if you give us a chance.”
“There is no together.”
“So, you don’t find me attractive?”
“I … I guess, but I bet every woman does.”
“All I care about is you. I think you’re the hottest piece of ass I’ve ever seen.”
She snorted. “Wow, that’s romantic.”
He chuckled. “Rule number one, no cursing, or you’ll be put over my knee, and I don’t care where we are.”
“Who said I wanted to be with you?”
“Your body is begging for my touch. Do you want to try?”
God, that was embarrassing. She could even smell her desire. But, as much as she wanted him, was she strong enough to fight for him?
She couldn’t help but try. “Yes, I’d like to try.”
Only time would tell if she made the right decision or not.