How to Lasso a Cowboy (17 page)
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Authors: Shirley Jump
She wrapped her arms around his neck and stared up into his eyes. She could look into that ocean for the rest of her life, and never tire of the view. “Me, too.”
Harlan danced her around the gazebo and Sophie leaned against his chest, hearing the steady, dependable beat of his heart. “I do believe we have one more issue to settle.”
“What's that?”
“A little matter of payment. I want two hundred dollars.”
She leaned back and stared at him. “Two hundred dollars? For what?”
“My chairs. I'm going into the furniture business, and that means I gotta charge you for my work.” His arms tightened around her and he pulled her into his chest so
fast, she let out a little squeak. His gaze danced with laughter. “But considering you're my very first customer, I'll let you work off what you owe me with kisses.”
“I can afford that.” She rose on her toes and pressed a kiss to his lips. “There's my down payment.”
“Mighty fine start,” Harlan said. “I forgot to tell you, there's interest, too.”
Sophie laughed. “Let me guess, biscotti?”
“You know it.” He grinned, kissed her again, then swung her in a slow, easy circle as the band kept playing and the lights kept twinkling and the world around them fell in love.
Sophie leaned her head on the solid strength of Harlan Jones's chest. “Maybe I should start playing the lottery.”
“Really? Why?”
“Because the first time I was lucky enough to win me a cowboy.” She lifted her gaze to his, giving Harlan a flirty, teasing smile. “Who knows what I might get the next time?”
He brushed his mouth against hers and everything in Sophie's body stilled. “What more do you need, darlin'?”
“Nothing,” Sophie murmured against his lips. “Nothing at all.”
ISBN: 978-1-4268-8933-2
HOW TO LASSO A COWBOY
First North American Publication 2011
Copyright © 2011 by Shirley Kawa-Jump, LLC
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