Chapter 111

Zachary slowly sat down, and the cushion dipped under his weight. "Jess," he called softly. Jessica let out a low groan. She was a light sleeper. Unless she had been drinking, she usually stirred at the slightest sound. He combed his fingers through her hair and carefully lifted her into his arms. Her eyes fluttered open, and the first thing she saw was that handsome, chiseled face of his. Her cheeks flushed instantly, betraying her. His body was radiating heat against hers, and she dared not move. As her ear rested against his burning chest, she could clearly hear the steady, powerful rhythm of his heartbeat. His steps were steady as he carried her. And even when he laid her down on the bed, his movements were gentle. Jessica squeezed her eyes shut, afraid he might want more. They had already done it twice earlier. If not for the international call that pulled him away to deal with some work, he probably would have gone at her again. Against expectations, the lights went ou