Charmed by the Werewolf

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Author: Sandra Sookoo
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self-pity. “What now?” Sophia quickly scanned the immediate area for any sign of paranormal disturbances. She frowned as the vortex stopped abruptly with a clatter of pots. “Where’s Calvin?”
    “I think he’s taking a nap in the upstairs bedroom. ”
    Satisfied the resident ghost wouldn’t make an unexpected appearance, she strode to the door and yanked it open. The admonishment died on her lips when she came face to face with the man who’d kissed her. “You.” Excitement prickled her skin, and for a brief moment, her world slid sideways.
    “I expect ed a much different welcome but there’s always time to work on your manners.” Honey colored eyes winked with mockery as he removed the gray fedora, freeing a halo of blond curls that fell to his shoulders. “Are you going to invite me in? I’ opposed to airing dirty laundry in public.”

Chapter Two
 
    As the man stood in the doorway, Sophia stared at him. Her stomach pitched with queasiness. Something about him screamed paranormal power though his appearance didn’t give anything away.
    And she wanted no part of it.
    “Go away. ” Backing off a few steps, she shook her head. “For your sake and mine, please turn around and go home.”
    “I wonder if there’s more to your statement. ” His voice, well-modulated and full of mockery, slid over her skin with the softness of satin. “Can I come in?”
    “ It’s not a good time.” Her gaze faltered from the heavy brilliance of his. She heaved a sigh and her shoulders drooped. Damn it. She hated it when special cases crossed her path. “We’re having a bit of… difficulty just now.”
    “Trust me when I tell you nothing will catch me off guard. ” He fingered his blond goatee as he grinned.
    “Why should I trust you, because I have to say, an assault on the street doesn’t exactly do it for me. ” She heard the quaver in her voice despite her intentions to maintain a strong front.
    “Because you don’t have a choice. ”
    “That’s debatable. ”
    “Then how about this? You need me as much as I need you. ”
    “I don’t need you. I don’t even know you—don’t want to know you. ” She couldn’t stop the sigh that escaped. “Seems like I never have a choice with anything anymore.”
    “I know how you feel. ”
    Not knowing how else to get rid of him, Sophia ushered him inside the apartment . No doubt it was the beginning of the end for him. “Mona, we’ve got company.”
    “You don’t live alone? ”
    At his shock, she smiled. “Sorry to disappoint you. Guess it puts a damper on further lip-locking attempts, huh? ”
    Thankful for Mona’s presence, she led the way down the short hall to their small living room decorated in muted hues of browns and golden tones. He no sooner settled into a comfortable loveseat when her roommate glided into the room, fluffing a mass of black curls.
    “Mona, this is…” Sophia’s words drifted to a halt and she transferred her gaze to her uninvited guest. “Actually, you never did give me your name.” An accusatory tone ate up the previous bewilderment. “I guess there wasn’t time between the assault and the kiss.”
    An amused expression brightened his face. “My name is Xavier Leighton. ” He stood in one smooth motion and shook Mona’s hand. “What a vision of loveliness you are.”
    Sophia rolled her eyes. If he thought kissing up to Mona would make him more palatable to her, he was sadly mistaken.
    No one got close to a Gatekeeper if they wanted to continue to live.
    Mona’s tinkling laughter cut through her thoughts. “I’m Mona, Sophia’s               roommate.”
    “Charmed. ” Xavier released her hand. “Luck must be with me to find two such fascinating women under the same roof.”
    “Perhaps you could tell us why you’re here before my roommate dissolves into a puddle of goo on the carpet. ” Sophia glared. “I’m already up to my neck in housework as it is.” She crossed her arms over her

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