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go,” Wolfe said. He was about to grab Ray’s arm, but at that exact moment, two discretely dressed members of hotel security walked up, as well.
    Ray looked at Karisma and blew a kiss. He threw his hands up. “I don’t want no problems, either. I’m out,” he said and pointed at Karla before he left with the three men.
    Karla looked to Kari, who gave her the slightest arch of her brow. Karla went after Ray. “Excuse me, I need to see what’s going on,” she said as she scurried off.
    Paolo stepped to Karisma and said, “I take it he wasn’t invited.” She smiled and shook her head. “Ah, the ex who can’t let go,” Paolo added, taking a step closer. Of course, he really couldn’t blame the guy, but he’d done it to himself.
    Karisma looked at Paolo and saw so many appealing things in those deep blue eyes, including concern.
    “Are you okay?” he asked her.
    “Oh, yes,” she said. “That’s been over a long time.”
    “Well then, I hate to say goodnight so soon, but my brothers and I have had a long evening, as I’m sure you have. And we still have to make an appearance at FutureShock’s party. But I wanted to meet you and congratulate you on a most successful evening.” He placed his hand on the small of her back and led her away from his brothers.
    She smiled shyly at him and felt warm at his firm touch. She moved closer to him, not able to resist. Paolo asked, “I was wondering if you would have lunch with me tomorrow. I have a business proposition for you. You’re still in town, aren’t you?”
    What type of proposition? Karisma wondered. She knew what type she’d like. There was no denying that she felt a serious attraction toward Paolo, and standing so close to him as she inhaled his cologne was intoxicating. He smelled good. She looked up into his beautiful face and almost sighed instead of speaking. “Yes, we’ll be here for a month before we have to leave again. Then we start a twelve week tour.”
    “Very good, then…lunch, tomorrow? May I pick you up, or would you feel more comfortable meeting me?” Paolo asked.
    She thought about it. She didn’t want to appear too eager. “Business proposition, huh? How about I meet you there. Just tell me when and where. No offense.”
    “Of course not. I’m not offended, at all. I’m honored that you agreed. I have a restaurant on the sunset strip. La Mia Calabria. Have you ever been there?” he asked.
    “No, I’ve never had the pleasure.”
    “Well, then, Miss Montgomery, it gives me immense pleasure that you’ll be joining me,” Paolo said, his eyes never leaving hers.
    Suddenly, she felt her skin prickle. Were their fingertips touching? When did he reach for her hand? Or did she reach for his?
    “Is 1:00 good for you?” he asked, removing his light touch.
    “Perfect, I’ll see you then,” Karisma cooed, still recalling the feel of Paolo’s lips and fingers on her hand.
    “Enjoy the rest of your evening, Kari.” They stood quietly, breathing slowly, her ample breasts heaving ever so slightly. He kissed both of her cheeks in parting. His brothers were talking to others, but were aware and ready when Paolo approached them.
    “You good?” Davit asked.
    “Fuck, yeah,” Paolo replied.
    “Was she what you’d imagined?” Davit asked, grinning.
    “Better. I couldn’t dream up anything like her,” he said, willing himself not to look back at her.
    “You getting with her?” Daniel asked.
    “Tomorrow.”
    “Shit, man. That’s fantastic,” Davit commented, laughing.
    Daniel looked back at Karisma and winked. She smiled and waved. Karisma watched Paolo and his brothers leave. She thought he had more swag than any man she’d ever seen. With his model looks, and chiseled features, he was a record exec?
    She turned back to the party as her agent, Valerie, walked up behind her and gave her a kiss toward her cheek. “Who was that?” Valerie asked, watching them leave as well.
    “The Montovanis. They’re brothers,”