The Broken Warrior’s Daughter by Cooper

Chapter 0113

My jealousy toward Jessica is gone pretty quickly. Hard to be jealous of someone that is clearly getting shafted because of you.

When Rik asked about something no one else knows about me, the only thing that came to mind was this date. I’m sure there are other things, but my brain and my senses are being overwhelmed by Rik and I can’t think of anything beyond this moment. So, at the risk of him finding me foolish, I tell him.

Rather than him laughing at me or making some brusque comment about it, he almost seems happy. When he says he hopes that this is one of many firsts we’ll share together, I know exactly what he means. Artemis begins purring in my head again. Apparently, she’s on board. I’m not sure I’m there yet. His previous reputation still sits heavily in my mind and while this whole evening seems very out of character for him, it doesn’t mean that he’s changed.

My concentration is completely distracted again when he runs his tongue over my palm. I’d be lying if I said that eating appetizers has ever been this intense or so much fun.

This time when Jessica comes back, I look at Rik. “What do you suggest for dinner?”

He smiles. “You’ve already had my favorite. Filet and lobster tail.” I return his smile. So my gift was his favorite dish.

look at Jessica. “Do you have

ill when she responds. “There’s a Wagyu Beef Chateaubriand

me. “Anything in

mega watt smile as he orders our sides.

to know something about him that he’s never told anyone.

about you that no one

fingers across my cheek, tucking a stray strand of hair behind my ear. When he looks back into my eyes, he smiles. “Well, I’m not sure that no one knows this, but I’ve never brought a date to this restaurant before. I’ve only ever been with

shock. This whole romantic feel makes this place seem like

“Why?” I whisper.

cocks his head to the side, a frown starting in between his eyes. “Why what?” “Why me?” I can’t help but ask. Why am I getting special treatment? If this is just about me being a Guardian, he doesn’t need to make it this romantic. And Artemis and I are both starting to fall hard and fast for this man and his wolf. If this is only about a lifetime of being in close proximity, I need to know sooner rather than later so I can tame my expectations. My feelings for this man that seem to be

Cara? You’re very special to me. I have every intention of making sure that you know just how special you are to me, every