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just not used to it, that’s all.”
    Again, Brady grinned, reaching for her face. “I bet you aren’t used to stuttering around a man, either, but you’re doing a nice job of it.”
    She swatted his hand. “I most certainly am not.”
    Heat rose to her cheeks. Sam knew she needed to get out of this room before she made a complete fool of herself.
    “Don’t get your back all up,” he said, dropping his hand. “You actually gave my self-esteem a boost.”
    Sam laughed. “I’m sure you really needed the extra confidence.”
    His grin widened and she found herself mesmerized by his perfect white teeth.
    “A man always needs confidence. Especially when getting turned down by a beautiful woman.”
    Yup, he was smooth. More than likely he’d had his fair share of experience wooing women. And she seriously doubted he’d been turned down by too many, if any.
    “I’m sure you’ll find plenty of ladies at the resort or on the island to keep you occupied.” She cocked her head to the side. “I thought you were here to work?”
    He shrugged. “That doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy the company of a beautiful, sexy woman.”
    His compliment swept through her like a cool, gentle breeze, leaving goose bumps all over. She didn’t want to be charmed by him—or anyone for that matter—but she found herself melting with each word he spoke.
    What happened to not getting sucked in by smooth-talking men?
    She cleared her throat. “Well, I’m sure with your confident attitude, you’ll find someone to occupy your free time.”
    Brady threw his head back and laughed. The rich, robust sound vibrated through the air, through her, reaching each and every nerve she had, making them tingle.
    “I think you just called me arrogant.”
    Heat rose to her cheeks once more. She’d definitely overstayed her allotted time. “I most certainly did not. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to return to work. Thank you for the flowers.”
    He closed the gap between them, coming to stand inches from her. “I apologize if my wordsupset you.” He reached up, stroked her jawline with the pad of his thumb. “I can’t help but think you’re too busy taking care of this resort and not yourself.”
    Sam stepped back, unable to think when such a potent man was touching her. She swallowed the lump in her throat. “I’m taking care of myself just fine. Thank you for your concern.”
    Just as she turned to go, he spoke. “If you change your mind about dinner, let me know.”
    Throwing a grin over her shoulder, she nodded. “Thanks again, but no. Have a nice evening, Mr. Stone.”

Three
    S he’d purposely used the more formal name to prove to him, and to herself, she was indeed a professional. Making time for anything other than business was simply inconceivable.
    As she stepped from his suite into the elevator, she knew she would have to watch herself for the duration of his stay. A man like Brady Stone could be easily led on and Sam wasn’t about to be the one to stroke his ego. Nor was she about to stroke anything else of his.
    She hadn’t lied when she’d said she was too busy to have dinner. Just as the elevator dinged on thebottom floor, her stomach growled, betraying her former decision. She’d grab a pack of crackers from her emergency stash in her desk drawer and get back to work. She’d already used up enough of her time chatting with Mr. Desirable Businessman.
    No way would she allow this charming, ever-so-sexy man to sway her judgment toward men—correction, toward powerful, cocky men.
    After years of being under her father’s controlling thumb and always trying to compete with her brother, Samantha had had enough of being overpowered. She didn’t want or need a man. Being alone served her purpose in life just fine. Besides, being a career businesswoman didn’t leave much time for a love life. She was still young. If she chose to have a love life, she could. But right now, she didn’t even have time to think about