Saved by My Blackguard (Linked Across Time Book 1) by Dawn Brower

“Go sit at the table. I will bring you some milk and a napkin.”
    Alys snatched both and ran to the table. Evelyn laughed at her. She shook her head and took a cup out of the cupboard and filled it with milk. She set it along with a napkin on the table for Alys. After Alys finished her snack Evelyn had her lay down for a nap. They had a long evening planned and she’d never make it through it all without one.
    “I don’t want a nap.” Alys pouted. “I’m getting too old for one.”
    Evelyn leaned down and kissed her daughters forehead. “How about a bedtime story to help you sleep?”
    “Yes, please.”
    Evelyn weaved a tale of adventure involving Alys’s favorite pirate captain, who also happened to be Evelyn’s as well. She didn’t know what happened to Captain Jack Morgan and this was her way of keeping him alive. One day she might write down their adventures so that everyone would know about the dashing pirate. She knew his intentions hadn’t been honorable when he took her, but in the end he’d been willing to protect her at all costs. For that she’d always be grateful to him. She might not have the life she had with Paul and their girls if not for him.
    After she finished the story she gazed down at her sleeping daughter. She was so innocent and beautiful. When she was asleep it was hard to tell she could be a terror. She leaned down and kissed her forehead. Now that both girls were asleep she had other plans.
    She had a desire to see her husband. Lucky for her, he’d cut down his hours dramatically and was home more than he was in the office. The downside was he had a home office for when he had urgent work to do.
    That is where she found him. Hunched over a computer plugging away at the keys engrossed in whatever was on the screen. She shut the door with a soft click and turned the lock. They had time for something special and much needed alone time.
    “Do you have time for a break?”
    “I’m trying to get these reports done before the christening. I’m almost done.” He chewed on his bottom lip. His dark hair flopped over his forehead. He worked too hard.
    She’d have to distract him. His work was important, but not more important than his health. The doctor warned him long ago against doing too much. It was her job to see he didn’t overdo it. Paul was to live a long and happy life with her and their daughters. She’d accept nothing less.
    “I can’t convince you to take a small break?” She danced her fingers across his neck, and leaned down to whisper in his ear. “I’m not wearing any drawers.”
    She’d purposely left her undergarments off when she dressed for this reason. His eyes met hers and heated. His hands trailed up her thigh and under her dress. He found her slick center and caressed her heated flesh. Her desire amplified under his ministrations. She loved how her husband touched her and brought her pleasure. It always amazed her how wonderful it felt to be loved by him.
    “You’re a naughty girl, sweetheart,” He pulled her into his lap. “But I rather like this side of you.”
    She rather liked that side of him too. Their life had been full of adventure. Evelyn wouldn’t change one thing. Whatever force had brought them together was forever earned her gratitude.
    “I thought you might.” She smiled coyly. Evelyn licked her lips and ran her fingers through his hair. She pulled on a few strands and tugged his head closer to hers. “Now would you rather finish that report or have some wicked fun with me?”
    Paul pulled her into his arms and kissed her senseless. His report was forgotten as he made sweet love to her. Evelyn was indeed the luckiest woman alive, and she vowed never to take it for granted.

 
    EXCERPT

    SEARCHING FOR MY ROGUE
    September 5, 2015
     
    “Aly, have you seen my shoes?”
    Alys Dewitt rolled her eyes. “Did you check under the bed?” Her younger sister, Regina, was constantly losing something. They both sat in Regina’s chamber wearing