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I have to chuckle at that. "Even as a tiny thing you were a sucker for romance, huh?"
"Pretty much." Kat bumps my shoulder playfully. "Anyway, in college I realized I could turn my passion into a career helping endangered species and abused creatures find a second chance. Plus…it is rather exciting to tame and soothe the most dangerous ones." She shoots me a wry grin that I return.
I get that part real well.
Looking away, she shakes her head ruefully. "My family never understood why I didn't want to join the tech business like my dad. Well, at least everyone but my dad, though they all supported me anyways. They knew I had to follow my heart."
Hearing the passion in her voice makes something squeeze tight in my chest. "Well your heart clearly led you right. Couldn't imagine a better career fit for someone like you."
Kat beams at the compliment before arching a brow at me. "What about you, Cowboy? How'd you end up playing doctor?"
I stretch back lazily, hands behind my head. "Wanted an excuse to play with all the fun gizmos and gadgets."
Kat swats my stomach and I laugh. "Alright, alright. Honestly? I had a knack for science and helping fix broken things. I like it. Seemed like being a surgeon suited that."
I meet her gaze openly. "Plus I like the challenge of high stakes. Makes me feel alive."
Kat tilts her head thoughtfully. "Is that why you're such an adrenaline junkie?"
"Maybe so." I shrug. "Life's short, why not live it to the fullest?"
"I envy that reckless spirit of yours sometimes," Kat admits with a small smile. "My last relationship really did a number on my ability to open up and embrace spontaneity."
I nudge her gently. "That fucker is a real piece of work. You deserve better."
Kat's eyes soften gratefully. "That's actually really nice to hear. He could be so undermining with his…jokes." She actually pairs her words with air quotes and a roll of her eyes. It's cute.
"I don't doubt it, darlin'. But the way I see it, your spirit's too bold to ever be dimmed for long." I bump her shoulder playfully. "Like right now, embracing adventure with your favorite cowboy."
Kat laughs aloud at that. "Oh, so you're my favorite now?"
I stand and offer her my hand gallantly. "Actions speak louder than words. Now let's show this cliff who's boss!"
Kat grins and lets me tug her to her feet.
We strip off our outer layers to reveal our swimsuits underneath. I can't take my eyes off Kat as she peels off her dress to uncover a sleek blue bikini that hugs her curves in all the right places. I swallow hard, not even bothering trying not to stare.
We make our way to the edge of the cliff, the afternoon sun warm on our skin. Far below, the bright water beckons us to take the plunge.
"Ready?" I ask, squeezing Kat's hand. She nods, eyes alight with exhilaration.
We back up a few steps, then take a running leap, shouting joyously as we sail through the air. For a moment, we're flying, the wind whipping through our hair. Then we hit the water with a tremendous splash.
When we surface, Kat's beaming smile steals my breath away. Unable to resist, I grasp her hips and pull her in close beneath the thundering falls, leading us behind the canopy of rushing waters.
"Gotcha," I rasp, my pulse racing wildly.
Kat's sea-glass eyes widen, full lips parting enticingly. We drift together in the swirling waters, the crashing cascade enveloping us in its misty cocoon until we hit a rocky outcropping where I can easily touch. Heady anticipation courses through me as I lean in, drawn like a moth to her flame.
When our lips finally meet, the outside world fades away. Kat lets out a muffled gasp before yielding sweetly to me. Her delicate hands come up to grasp my shoulders as I deepen the kiss, letting loose all the desire that's been simmering below the surface.
The feel of her soft body pressed to mine has my head spinning wildly. I clutch her hips tighter, tangling my tongue with hers. Her answering moan sends heat blazing through my veins. Damn, this woman is addictive.
I lift her from the water, turning and walking her to a large smooth boulder jutting out of the water as she wraps her legs around my waist and grinds shamelessly against me. I set her on it, leaning back and grinning wolfishly down at her.
“Think you can be quiet for me, darlin’?”
Kat's eyes darken, her cheeks flushing pink. Slowly, she nods, biting her plump lower lip in that way that drives me wild.
