Ruthless Creatures (Queens & Monsters, #1)

by J.T. Geissinger

“Oh, nothing. Just wondering how many conversations exactly like this one are in my future.” “You mean conversations where you owe me an apology for being so headstrong?” “Headstrong? You’ve been reading your regency romance novels again.” He pulls me upright and gathers me into his arms, smiling down at my flushed, happy face. I wrap my arms around his waist and lean into him. He teases, “I have. It’s where I got the idea of putting your ring into the pocket of my sweats. Those romance novel heroes always have such creative ideas.” “I wouldn’t know. I only read nonfiction.” “Ah. Well, maybe I should tell you to look into my pocket again.” “Um, honey, I don’t think it would be the greatest idea to get busy right now, with all the guys outside and whatnot.” He shakes his head, chuckling, then kisses me. “I don’t want you to grab my dick, love.” “Since when?” “Just put your hand into my pocket.” I look at his beautifully fitted suit and frown. He says softly, “Coat. Left side.” My heart starting to flutter, I slide my hand into his coat pocket, searching until my fingers close around something small, round, and metal. Unlike the last round metal object I retrieved from a pocket of his, this one has a substantial square chunk of something smooth and cool on one side. His voice rough, Kage says, “If ten carats aren’t enough, I’ll return it for a bigger one.”