Midnight

by Beverly Jenkins

“Don’t you have a better place to be, Mr. Grey?” “I’m content.” “I’m not, so be on your way.” “And leave you out here on the road alone? I’m a better gentleman than that.”

Im so ready for this

“I’m not married because I chose not to be,” she responded without breaking stride. “None of the males here measure up?” “No, I’m the one lacking. I’m educated and opinionated. Men don’t care for those qualities in a wife.”

Fack im locked in and team Faith

The facts that she was Kingston’s daughter and that she was more than likely a virgin were two marks against her.

TWO??? Thats wild

Nick preferred his women experienced enough to expect nothing more than the pleasure he could bring in bed, and virgins, especially virgins of good family, would want more.

Hm. *with the look of disgust attached*

“Best of mornings, Nicholas.”

Thiefin this

“There’s a strong mind beneath that lovely face and some men are put off by that. Faith’s no meek miss waiting to do a husband’s biding.”

Whew

He didn’t want to talk about the reception; he wanted to talk about easing her burdens.

MM LOVE THAT

Besides, word is you’re looking for a wife.” “Would you consider that?”

Ahhhhhh

Were she under his charge he’d make certain she never worked another day in her life.

Im conflicted but still love the energy

“I’ll ride beside you to make certain you arrive home safe.” “But—” He reached down and tenderly raised her chin. “No buts.”

*DEEP inhale*

His strong arms and her knowledge that he knew she had no clothes on were both so distracting that it took her a moment to realize that she was not in the chair, but on his lap in the chair.

I AM SCREAMING

“I’ll wield the spoon, you eat.”

I love them so bad omg

“Who struck you?”

Lemme fucking tell you i am so fucking feral

So she told him the story. He listened without comment and when she finished Nick was furious.

I want him to beat her daddys ass so bad rn

He tenderly gathered her closer, and she let herself be held without a fight. Faith had never been held this way before.

Me either girl

“You are the bravest woman I’ve ever known, Faith Kingston,” he whispered above her head, and she felt his lips press reverently against her brow. He raised her chin and looked down at her face as she slowly wiped at her tears. He kissed each wet eye with equal reverence before asking, “Do you think you will be all right here alone if I leave you for a short while?” She dragged her palms over her cheeks. “Where are you going?” “To your father’s to retrieve your belongings.” She stiffened with alarm. “Don’t worry, I’ll leave him alive.”

If i could put the woman screaming with the braids i would

The most difficult challenge would be keeping himself from strangling the Tory toad with his bare hands.

He wanna knock that man head off and rightfully so

“I’ve come for Faith’s things.” Kingston visibly froze. “What things? Where is she?” “From the story she told me, I’m certain you don’t care.” Case snapped. “If you know where she is, I demand you take us to her.” “I’ll take you to hell first.”

AHHHHHHHHHHHHH

Nicholas tossed him aside, not caring that he landed on the floor in a heap.

Good! ol goofy ass

The ludicrous scene caused Nick to chuckle softly. He slowly placed Faith’s items on a table beside him, and when he turned back to the men across the room he had two silver French pistols, one in each hand. He saw Kingston’s eyes go wide before they quickly settled on him once more. Nick said casually, “Muskets are notoriously inaccurate. Even soldiers have difficulties hitting their targets. Did you prime it correctly? Did you pack the load well enough? Will the bore pull to the left or to the right? Will it blow up in your face?”

This is so hot

“Pray you don’t miss, because these,” and he raised the pistols, “are very accurate. The first shot will be for you, and the other for your friend.”

F U C K

She just hoped they hadn’t had a fight because there was no way her father would come out on top. Not that she wanted him to after what he’d done and said, but he was still her father, and her heart ached at his selfishness, so she put thoughts of him away and turned them towards herself.

You betta than me girl

He reached out and turned her face to his. “Faith, it doesn’t matter what people think of you. It only matters what you think of yourself.

Yes speak life into her!!!

“See why I wanted to toss him out?” Nicholas explained. “Behave yourself,”

This banter >>

Faith Kingston was not to be toyed with.

My mf girl

Faith turned to Nick, and the warm thanks in her eyes melted his insides like honey in sunshine.

Ugh so beautifully said

“Happy?” she asked softly. “Extremely. Now be in the chair when I return and I will be ecstatic.” “I am here to serve.”

Theyre making me so sickkkkkk

With his unshaven face and ever watching eyes, he exuded power like the dominant wolf of a clan and she was scenting him like a bitch in heat.

I KNOW THATS MF RIGHT

He stepped back to let her precede him. When she passed, her fresh scent wafted across his nostrils and his manhood hardened in response.

He walked so Anthony Bridgerton could run

“And if you are worried about people whispering behind your back, don’t,” he said as if having read her thoughts. “Anyone who utters anything other than ‘Good day, Faith, how are you’ will answer to me.”

My MF MAN

She nodded and smiled. “I’ve never had a champion before.” “You do now, and I take my charge very seriously.” “I’ve noticed.”

Ugh neeeeeed

“No. We never had money for such extravagances.” “Now you do.”

My money is your money will always put me In heat

“We’re going to be lovers, Faith, and we both know it. It’s been inevitable since the day we met.” Faith’s breath caught in her throat. “So,” he continued quietly, “allow me show you what it means to be desired, so that I can give you the desires of your heart.”

I am FERAL

“But you know nothing about me.” “What I do know makes me hungry for more.”

HELP

“Such a gorgeous mouth . . .” he noted quietly.

*screams in pilllow*

He chuckled. “No?” “No,” she echoed, scandalized. “Remember you said that.”

I want this banter and chemistry so bad

Beneath her innocence lay a beguiling, sensual woman just waiting to bloom into life, and as her husband it would be his sovereign duty to make certain the ground stayed fertile and wet.

Neeeeeeeeeeed

He was hooked on this woman like a bass on a line.

We love to see it

She obviously felt strongly about his spending, but to be frank, she’d been dressed like waif since the first day they met.

Waif is wild n accurate

“I’m about to spend more unnecessary money on you, Faith, so prepare yourself.” Her smile peeked out. “All right.

PURRRR

“I hope he’ll be happy.” “He won’t be, but spoken like a true daughter.

Lmfao real

“Someone’s knocking at the door downstairs,” he whispered against her ear. “Let’s bring you to pleasure and then I’ll go shoot whoever it is.”

REAL BAD

“I’m not accustomed to showing my neck this way.” “It’s only for a few hours, Faith. You can go back to being clothed to your ears tomorrow.” Both women grinned.

Lmfao

The slow strokes that followed made her twist and call his name. “What, darling? You want more . . .”

Im chewing at the bars of my enclosure

“Turn over for me, sweetheart.”

F U C K

“You’ve helped me as well,” she replied. “How so?” “I’ve not had someone to love me since my mother died.” He peered into her eyes, and upon seeing the emotion reflected in them pulled her into his arms. “And now you have. Plan on being loved until death do us part, my Faith.”

this spoke to my spirit.

I’ve missed you sorely and am eager to hold you in my arms and resume our adventure. I hope you are well. My heart beats with yours.

“My heart beats with yours” has me BEGGING