Bad In Boots 02 - Ty's Temptation by Patrice Michelle Read Free Book Online Page A

“I’ll see you back at the Double D.”
    Evan spent the rest of the evening going through the motions of socializing. Ty’s agreement had left her body on a tightly wound spring. She was so aroused at the thought of being with the sexy man that she thought for sure if someone touched her she’d go up in flames. Finally, after being at the party for a good hour and a half, she made her way over to Harm and Jena.
    “Hey, you two. Nice party.”
    A look of concern crossed Jena’s face. “You okay, Evan?”
    Evan knew she referred to the scene Chad caused earlier. She shrugged. “Sure. I’m sorry about that.”
    Harm wrapped an arm around Jena’s shoulders. “No need to apologize, Evan. Chad was outta line.”
    “Yeah. I had no idea my brother knew martial arts. Speaking of which…” Jena paused as she glanced around the room. “Did he leave already?”
    Harm nodded. “He told me he’d see us tomorrow at the ranch.”
    “You going to put him to work again?” Jena laughed, amusement reflected in her gaze as she looked up at her husband-to-be.
    “Hell yeah. If I’ve got a hardworking man like Ty at my disposal for a few days, I could always use the extra pair of hands.”
    Jena winked. “He loves it.”
    Harm’s dark brown gaze met Evan’s. “If Flash is finally up to speed, I’ll come get her tomorrow.”
    Evan shook her head. “I’m not sure if she’s ready to be out on the range by herself yet. I took her for a trot earlier today. She seemed to enjoy that. I’ll bring her by Steele Way and let her visit for an hour or so. Then I’ll take her back for a couple more nights. I just want to be sure she’s fully recovered. Babysitting an injured horse is the last thing you should be doing right now with all your wedding stuff going on.”
    Harm smiled his appreciation. He rubbed his jaw as he glanced at Jena. “It just occurred to me that Ty might want a horse while he’s at the Double D.”
    Evan grinned. “No problem. I’ll bring Flash by tomorrow in my two-sided trailer. Then I can carry another horse back for Ty.”
    Jena’s hand landed on her arm. “I’m really sorry about the mix-up. Harm didn’t tell me he’d already given you permission to stay at my aunt’s house.”
    “It’s been a good way to avoid Chad.” Evan gave them a sheepish smile.
    “I’ve a mind to un-invite him to the wedding.” Harm didn’t bother to hide the annoyance in his tone.
    Jena glanced at her fiancé. “You know your parents are best friends with the mayor and his wife. There’s no reason to cause tension. I’m sure Chad had had a few beers tonight. He’ll be fine at the wedding.”
    Evan nodded, relieved that Jena had jumped in to calm Harm’s temper. “I agree. I don’t want to cause any more friction.”
    Harm gave her a curt nod. “Fine. But if Chad so much as steps one foot out of line at my wedding, I’ll personally kick his ass.”
    “I have no doubt you’ll follow through, too,” Evan replied with a chuckle. “Well, I’m heading out.”
    “Why don’t you come to the rehearsal party tomorrow?” Jena suggested. “Since the wedding and the reception will be held outside at our ranch, to appease my mom’s need for formality she’s hosting a semiformal party at the Wilshire Hotel tomorrow night. If you can work it around your schedule, you’re welcome to come.”
    “Are you sure? Isn’t the party after the rehearsal typically for the wedding party?”
    Jena laughed. “Usually, but my mom’s invited the world to this affair, it seems.”
    Evan knew Ty would be there. The idea of spending an entire day with the irresistible man made her stomach flutter. “Count me in. Thanks for inviting me.”
    With each step she took across the wooden floor toward the bar’s exit, Evan’s excitement grew. Ty’s words reverberated in her head, I’ll see you back at the Double D .
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    The house was dark as she drove up the long drive. Disappointment filled her that she’d somehow