“Don’t bother to argue. We’re both going to have nightmares. You will be in my bed and in my arms when that happens.”

“No. No, I don’t want my hands restrained.”“Yes. You do.”

“To have to perform a scene, a punishment scene like that, was extremely unpleasant. It bothered me to hurt you, Jessica,” he growled. “You will let me hold you, and offer me some comfort in return.”

“Slut. I’m a dirty-The sound of a hand hitting flesh was simultaneous with the shocking sting on her bottom. “Ow!”“You don’t think those nasty thoughts about my sumisita, Kimberly.”

“When I want to.” He ran his finger over her lips. “You don’t get a vote, honey.”

“Damn, you’re soft. I have trouble keeping my hands off you.”Okay, serious melty stuff.”

“You wouldn’t be here if you didn’t care, Abby.”“I don’t.” She glared at him, so full of life she almost glowed.“You do.” He kissed the pouting lips lightly. “And I’m going to keep you.”