Twisted Obsessions (SIN CITY HEAT SERIES Book 2) Read Free Page B

and far between, and there hadn’t been any other incidents. For the most part, they co-existed as professionals but sometimes, Paula got a wild hair up her ass and tried to test the waters – like now. She was so close to him that when she leaned forward, her breast rubbed against his arm.
     “Are you sure you don't need any help...relaxing?"
 Taking a couple of steps back, Marcus still didn't look up. "Nope. I'll be just fine."
     The other women covertly watched them, shaking their heads at the way Paula shamelessly threw herself at Dr. Bennett. Apparently he had dick whipped her good. They all knew about her “suicide attempt” years ago, and were aware it had only been a ploy to gain his sympathy. However, if any of the stories she'd told them revering his prowess in bed were true, they could definitely understand her obsession.
      But really, all you had to do was look at him , one of the older white nurses named Maxine thought to herself. He’s gorgeous . Marcus stood 6'2 and looked as if he lived in the gym seven days a week. His smooth, dark brown skin beckoned a woman to feed their chocolate addiction and consume him from head to toe – a delectable guilty pleasure. His low, wavy hair and goatee were kept neat and trimmed.
     Simply scrumptious.
      And those lips….the things Paula said he’d done with them… Maxine grabbed a folder and started fanning herself. If only I were twenty years younger .
     When Marcus signed the last of the papers, one of the younger nurses, Katrina, shyly asked, "Do you have anything special planned for your days off, Dr. Bennett?"
 Marcus flashed a grin that caused Katrina’s skin to flush a dull red. She’d had a crush on him since the first time she’d met him. Katrina had only been working at the hospital a week when one of the doctors berated and screamed at her in front of everyone for a simple mistake she’d made. Katrina had been on the verge of tears when Marcus intervened and quietly told the doctor to calm down. The doctor glared, ready to go off on him as well, but thought better of it when he saw the look in Marcus’ eyes that all but dared him to say something.
     Marcus had taken Katrina to the employees lounge and bought her a cup of coffee. He’d made small talk with her until she relaxed, and pretty soon Katrina found herself opening up once she saw Marcus was sincerely interested in what she had to say. He made her laugh at stories he told of some of the staff, including the doctor who’d made her cry. After that, Marcus could do no wrong in Katrina’s eyes.
     “Not really, Ms. Katrina. My woman is supposed to fly out for a few days, so we’ll probably just relax and take it easy. That’ll be more than enough excitement for me.”
     Winking, he waved at them and prepared to walk out the door. He’d call his baby when he got home, grab a cold beer, and then head straight to bed.
 Before he had taken two steps, the chief of staff, Dr. Roberts, called his name. Marcus swallowed a groan. Five more seconds and he would’ve been home free. Fuck! He rearranged his features to what Darrell dubbed his ‘professional face’ and turned to the older woman.
     “Yes, Dr. Roberts. How are you this morning?”
 “I’m fine Dr. Bennett. I know you’re on your way out, but I’d like to take a few minutes to introduce you to the newest member of our staff here at Spring Valley Hospital, Dr. Melanie Blalock. Dr. Blalock specializes in cardiology, the same as you, and I’d appreciate it if you would take her under your wing until she becomes acclimated to her new position.”
 Dr. Roberts stepped to the side as she spoke, introducing the woman in question, who Marcus had not noticed until now. Surprise showed in his face before he quickly masked it and extended his hand to shake hers.
      Damn! This is one of the new doctors? The sista was beautiful. Her big brown eyes stood out in her smooth, caramel colored face as she gave him a direct look. She