Chapter 104

"Come in," Lance said. With her heart racing, Tara pushed the door open and slowly walked in. But when Lance looked up and locked eyes with her, he didn't seem like he was going to make a move. Her palms started to sweat. She quickly set the iced Frosticano down next to his hand. "Mr. Swain, your iced Frosticano." Tara turned to leave with the tray. But after only a few steps, Lance's arm wrapped around her waist, and he pulled her into his chest. He leaned in close to her ear, his voice rough. "You're finally willing to come in?" Tara pretended that his breath on her ear didn't set her skin alight. "Mr. Swain…" Lance tightened his arms around her and carried her into the bedroom. By the time Tara realized what was happening and tried to resist, he had already crossed the room and shut the door behind them. He set her down, but she found herself pinned against the door by him. He lightly traced her cheek with his left hand, his voice a gentle murmur in her ear. "When I was