Aimee Duffy - Sinfully Summer - A feel good sexy summer romance

He cleared his throat. ‘A limo will pick you up out front at seven. I’ll meet you at the event.’

Alexa startled out of her trance. ‘But where are we going? How long will it take?’

A ping announced the arrival of the elevator and Ric gestured for Alexa to enter. She did, then held her finger on the open button, her eyebrow raised in question.

He tried not to smile. He’d given her an ultimatum she couldn’t refuse, yet she wouldn’t admit defeat.

‘Do you like surprises?’ he asked.

Alexa pressed her lips together as if considering his question. ‘Not the kind that lead to a party with the atmosphere of a wake.’

He chuckled again, wondering whether she had a brain-to-mouth filter at all. ‘You’ll just have to hope it’s something better.’

She folded her arms and pouted at him. He smiled as the doors began to slide shut.

‘Don’t be late, Alexa. And remember, it’s formal.’

The clink of metal slamming together halted her not-so-innocent reply.

After the lift had disappeared, Ric headed for the bathroom, intent on taking the cold shower for as long as he could. Alexa fired his blood like no woman had in a long time and she would no doubt look spectacular all glammed up by his side.

But he’d need to make sure he kept a stranglehold on his libido. Falling into bed with Alexa—as tempting as it had been tonight—wouldn’t be a smart choice. The girl was wild, unpredictable and far too irresponsible. He knew he was walking a fine line using her status to tempt guests to the ball, but dating her crossed it completely. That would draw the kind of attention he didn’t need. Especially if the media dug too deep into his past…

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