Page 77 of By His Vow

His eyes drop to Griz as she snarls at him.

He stares at her with a deep frown between his brows.

“It’s so weird. Pussy usually loves me.”

I allow myself to drop my eyes down his body and appreciate just how freaking good he looks.

It should be illegal.

But then I come up short at what he’s holding.

Surprise, surprise.

“Was there something you wanted other than to insult my pussy?” I ask, my brows lifting.

“I would never,” he says quietly. “I’m sure she’s beautiful once I get to know her.”

The chemistry I remember all too well from last night crackles between us.

“I brought you breakfast, and then I’m going to escort you to your parents’.”

“I’m more than capable of getting there myself,” I mutter, taking a step back to let him in.

I can stand here wearing only a tank top and booty shorts, blocking his entry for the rest of the floor to see, or I can concede to what we both know is going to happen anyway.

“I’m aware of that. But given the significance of the day, you shouldn’t have to.”

“Right,” I mutter, letting my nose lead the way toward the freshly brewed coffee.

His stare burns into my skin, and when I risk a look back, I find his gaze locked on my ass.

Hmm…proof it wasn’t totally one-sided last night, maybe?

“Kingston,” Lori muses. “What a surprise.”

“Lorelei,” he greets.

“Would you like a coffee?” she asks a little reluctantly.

It’s funny seeing her reserved attitude toward him when she’s been so pro him in private.

I guess she’s just as confused as I am about all of this.

“Not necessary,” he says, placing the tray and bag in his hands on the counter. “I have everything covered.”

“I’m not drinking that shi—” My words are cut off when I find that there’s more in the takeout tray than just a green juice.

There’s also coffee.

Two large coffees, in fact.

“Skinny cappuccino with a double shot and extra foam?” he asks, holding a cup toward my best friend.

Her chin hits the floor right alongside mine.

“How? How did you know that?” I whisper.

He turns to me, my coffee in his hand with a devastating smile spread across his face.