“Good. It would be best if it didn’t happen again. Just in case.” Toby used his teacher’s voice again.
There was no chance of Nate getting too involved. He was constantly on the move and relationships never worked. But having fun with Jade, knowing she wouldn’t get attached because of the curse, was a win-win situation.
“What we do is none of your business.”
Toby pinned him with a lethal glare. “If you hurt Jade, I will personally hunt you down and kick your arse.”
Chapter 10
As Nate walked into the school grounds, excitement rushed over him. Sure, he was eager to give the kids a music lesson, but it was seeing Jade again that put a smile on his face.
The last time they were together, she’d been dripping wet and seething mad. And he was glad he hadn’t been on the receiving end of that temper. He also couldn’t stop picturing the way her clothes had clung to her body.
As the kids rushed out of their classrooms after the end-of-the-day bell chimed, Nate knew he needed to get the erotic images of their teacher out of his mind.
He made his way to the hall. A group of kids who looked about six or seven were lined up at the door. Jade, with a clipboard in hand, was talking to them. He paused and watched the way she smiled and laughed at what the kids were saying. And the way they gave her their full attention. She definitely had Nate’s attention too.
A heavy hand landed on his shoulder, and he turned to find Toby. The corners of his mouth quirked like he knew something Nate didn’t.
“I wouldn’t blame you for being scared. A room full of six-year-old kids will not be easy.” His friend laughed. “Good luck, buddy.”
“You sticking around to watch the lesson?”
“No, I’ve got a meeting to get to. Have fun.” Toby tapped him on the back and turned to walk away. Then he clicked his fingers and stopped. “Crap, I forgot my car has a flat battery. Do you mind if I take yours? If I’m not back after your lesson, Jade can take you home and I’ll drop it off to you later.”
“Sure.” Nate dug the keys out of his pocket and tossed them to Toby. He caught them and waved goodbye.
Nate ambled over to Jade and the kids. When she saw him, she smiled but didn’t quite make eye contact. A splash of pink colored her cheeks. Suddenly, the spitfire was a little bashful. She wasn’t so shy when she’d pressed her naked body against him. God, if he continued to think of that night, he’d be dragging her somewhere private and there’d be no music lessons.
“Are you ready for class, Mr. Miller?” Jade’s tone was formal.
“As ready as I’ll ever be, Ms. Brennan.” He mimicked her tone.
She gave him a half-smile, leaned closer, and whispered, “Don’t let their innocent, little faces fool you. They can be devils.”
The scent of flowers and sunshine drifted to him, and his nose flared at the enticing smell. Damn the music lesson. Class is canceled. But before he could grab hold of her and take her away, Jade was clapping to get the kids’ attention.
“Children. This is Mr. Miller, and he’ll be teaching you how to play musical instruments. Everyone, say good afternoon.”
“Good afternoon, Mr. Miller,” the kids said in a sing-song voice.
“Hey there, kids. I’m excited to get started. We’ve got great stuff for you to play with.”
A tug at the leg of his jeans brought his attention down to a girl with straight, black hair and missing two front teeth.
“Do you do good lessons?” she asked with a slight lisp.
These kids were adorable. This shouldn’t be too hard.
“Because my daddy said free lessons can’t be good.”
Well, adorable and honest.
“Megan, Mr. Miller is a very talented musician. The lessons will be amazing.” Jade smiled apologetically at him. “Okay, quietly, and without running, go inside the hall and sit on the mat. Don’t touch anything. We’ll be there in a moment.”
Once all the kids were inside, she turned to him, tucking a strand of curls behind her ear, and his gaze drifted to the smooth skin on her neck.
“Kids rarely have filters,” she said.
