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so edgy? She could only surmise it was the presence of this man. She hadn’t been around her own kind in a few years and had actually forgotten how much sexual energy a demon male oozed. “I’d be happy to accompany you.”
    Shit, she realized she’d be happy to do many things with this man. The lack of sex was causing her desires to kick in, not to mention her magic would soon need refueling. Sex made the demon stronger and fucking her own kind…well that was like drinking Red Bull followed by an espresso chaser. She’d be fully recharged.
    “Why would you offer to do that? You don’t even know me.” His statement carried the same surprise currently shown on his chiseled face.
    “To be honest, I miss our people. I haven’t been around our kind in a few years.” She felt her cheeks heat. “I’m also kinda selfish and would love the company.” She set her camera on the nearby glass table. “I haven’t had breakfast yet, and I’d love for you to join me. There’s no reason to go in there,” she tipped her head toward the vacant house, “right now, is there?”
    He stood silently for what seemed an eternity and shuffled from one foot to the other. His body appeared tense, ready to spring at any moment. Was he going to run? Sarah held her breath, hoping she hadn’t come on too strong and scared him off. It was evident this man was still in a fragile state of mind. He looked at his house then back to her.
    “Actually, breakfast sounds real good. I’m in no hurry to open that tomb.” For the first time since he’d appeared on her deck, his body relaxed.
    Sarah started toward the patio door, tossing a quick glance over her shoulder to make sure her yummy neighbor followed. “Good. Come on inside, and I’ll whip us up an omelet.”
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    Brock followed Sarah through the glass doors and into a spacious living area. He quickly scanned the room, looking for the presence of another male. Anything that would indicate a man, demon or human had been here recently. He inhaled but only caught the light citrus scent of orange blossoms and coffee. He furrowed his brows, realizing the scent he enjoyed came from her. He hadn’t been around many unmated females of his own kind since that dreaded night. He feared the fates might see fit to bestow another mate upon him, and he simply couldn’t handle it.
    His gaze was drawn back to Sarah’s swaying hips as she walked to the open kitchen. He found his cock growing stiff at the sight of her ass in the tight shorts. The female had thrown him off-guard when he sensed her next door. Then when he’d realized she watched him, he’d been angry at the intrusion and gone over to set her straight. However, her beauty had left him unsettled. Her long, dark hair was pulled back in a ponytail, and her wide, blue eyes had stared back at him. He could almost imagine their darkening color when she was aroused. Her body was perfection. Her trim waist, wide hips and breasts reached out to him, begging to be touched.
    “Do you like ham and cheese?”
    “Huh?” He realized he’d been caught staring at her and now felt like a child with his hand in the cookie jar.
    She gave him a wide smile. “Your omelet. Do you like ham and cheese?”
    “Oh yes. Anything is fine. Can I help?”
    “I’m good, but you can keep me company.” She waved to a seat on the other side of the kitchen island.
    He plunked himself onto the cushioned stool and watched her pull the ingredients from the fridge. The sight of her bent over made him swallow a groan. Her shorts rode up and revealed a nice view of rounded flesh. He tried to remove the image of slipping behind her and pushing in his cock to the hilt. He could almost feel her soft, rounded hips under his grip.
    When Sarah straightened with a start, he realized his power had flared out and actually touched her. Fuck.
    He started to rise from his seat. “This wasn’t a good idea,” he stated, holding back his disappointment. He hadn’t realized