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“Is that the only reason?”
A lazy, indulgent grin played across his lips as he tugged on the belt of my robe. “Not the only reason. Probably the smartest, but definitely not the most pressing. ”
Things had changed between us in a matter of hours. We talked more last night…and kissed some more before falling asleep in each other’s arms. Now, there was an openness, a partnership in things. He was still a total smartass. And yeah, that smug grin still irked me.
But I loved him.
And the jerk loved me, too.
Daemon sat up and pulled me into his lap. He kissed my forehead. “What are you thinking?”
I burrowed my head into the space between his shoulder and neck. “A lot of things. Do…do you think it’s wrong to be happy right now?”
His arms tightened. “Well, I wouldn’t send out a mass text message or anything. ”
I rolled my eyes.
“And I’m not entirely happy. I don’t think I’ve really come to terms with everything. Adam was…” He trailed off, his throat working.
“I liked him,” I whispered. “I don’t expect Dee to ever forgive me, but I want to see her. I need to make sure she’s okay. ”
“She’ll forgive you. She needs time. ” His lips moved against my temple, and my heart squeezed. “Dee knew you tried t