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One Blazing Night
Book: One Blazing Night Read Online Free
Author: Jo Leigh
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hadn’t seen each other for years. She closed the door, focusing on the image of his smile, even as she understood it would haunt her dreams for ages.
    * * *
    M ATT LEFT HIS LUGGAGE off to the side and watched Sam turn in her Comic-Con shirt, with her copper-colored hair shifting over her shoulders. She was a woman now, beautifully sculpted with curves that hadn’t been there when he’d last seen her. But that shirt? That was pure Sammy.
    He couldn’t get over it. The pictures online hadn’t done her justice at all. She didn’t have prom-queen beauty—that wasn’t Sam. She could stand to put on a couple of pounds and her smile was a little crooked, but she had amazing green eyes that lit up like firecrackers. Standing there in front of him was everything he’d always liked about Sammy, with the addition of womanly grace that only time and experience could bring.
    He couldn’t wait another moment. “Come here,” he said, holding his arms out, taking the first step.
    A blush stole over her cheeks but she came willingly, and then she was in his arms. A second later, hers went around his waist, under his jacket.
    It wasn’t the MIT hug he was used to.
    They’d never pressed this close, never hung on for beat after beat of his quickening heart. Damn, she smelled good.
    He pulled back. She released him instantly, but he wasn’t quite ready to abandon ship. He held on to her shoulders and gave her a head-to-toe inspection.
    â€œLogan was right. You’ve turned into a stunner.”
    Her brows, a little darker than her hair, came together as she frowned and took a half step back. “You don’t have to say that stuff to me, Matt. I don’t need to be flattered.”
    â€œYou think I wasn’t being sincere?”
    â€œNo. I mean, I know I’m okay. But I’m not— I’m in shape because I think better when I’m running. It’s not about...anything else.”
    â€œI’m glad you’re fit, but I wasn’t lying. I think you’re beautiful, and that’s just the truth.”
    â€œOkay,” she said as the blush darkened. “That’s fair enough. I think you’re beautiful, too.”
    He laughed. “I think the word you were looking for was handsome ? I hope?”
    â€œFine. Handsome. Hot as hell. Drop-dead gorgeous. Mouthwatering—”
    â€œOkay. That’s enough.” Matt laughed, mostly at himself. How could he have forgotten her quirky tendency to drive them all nuts with the thesaurus in her brain. “Hey,” he said, giving her another once-over. “You’re taller. By a lot. When did that happen?”
    Sam looked confused and then dropped her gaze to her toes, peeking out from under the hem of her slacks. “I’m wearing heels,” she said and then lifted her right leg to show him the proof. “Anyway...” She stuck out her hand. The key rested in her palm. “Here’s the key.”
    Matt accepted it, wondering why she suddenly seemed so nervous.
    She moved back and turned in a jerky motion. “This is it,” she said, gesturing widely. “It’s still a prototype. I’m working out the kinks.” She took off walking down the hall and he lagged a few seconds behind until she reached the junction of kitchen and living room. “The fridge and pantry are fully stocked. Feel free to use or consume anything.”
    She picked up some brochure from the kitchen counter. “You’ll find everything you need in here, including chefs who will come here to cook or have something made-to-order delivered. The masseur is terrific, especially his sports massage. I know you know Boston, but there are a bunch of delivery menus by the pantry. And if you have any problems or questions—”
    â€œYou’ve used this masseur?”
    â€œWhat?” Sam frowned. “Of course not.”
    â€œYou said he was
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