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CHAPTER15
Could life get any better? Owen didn’t think so. After their second lovemaking session, they had once again fallen asleep. This time, when he awoke, the need to eat was stronger than his need for Selena. But not by much. Besides, he would need the strength to make love to her again, which he planned to do.
They had a tray of food delivered to his bedchamber since they had both missed dinner. While they ate, Selena spoke about her childhood. It sounded idyllic from her description. Pity he couldn’t remember his, but perhaps in time he would. After they ate, the couple snuggled back into bed, but it didn’t take long for their passions to rise again. In no time at all, their hands were everywhere, and soon Owen had Selena climaxing. He was in awe of the woman in his arms. Each time together made him realize he didn’t want to live without her.
Finally, they fell exhausted onto the bed. The next time Owen awoke, the morning light peeked through the drawn curtains. He closed his eyes, enjoying the feel of Selena curled up next to him. Her dark hair covered some of her face, but she looked peaceful. Her breathing was even, and the lines of worry he had noticed on her face so often were gone.
Suddenly, the door opened. It was Tom. “Good morning, your lordship, how…”
The valet stopped dead in his tracks, his mouth agape. He had finally noticed Selena’s slumbering form next to Owen. Thankfully, she was on her stomach and covered by the sheets, otherwise Owen would not have been happy about the interruption.
Owen put his finger over his lips, telling the valet to be silent. “I will call when you are needed.”
Tom nodded, then quickly left the room. The door slammed shut and Selena stirred. Owen put a hand on her back.
“What was that noise?” she asked in a sleepy voice.
“That was Tom doing an about face when he saw you in my bed.”
Selena’s eyes popped open. “Good Lord, it will be all over the house in no time.”
“Why should that matter?” Owen wiggled under the sheets next to her. “You are my wife. I suppose it is unusual, given our past, but I think it should be a regular occurrence from now on.” He trailed his knuckles down her shoulder blade.
She shivered from his caress. Already his growing erection told him last night had not been enough time with Selena. Eternity wouldn’t be enough.
“I suppose I should go to my chambers and dress for the day.” Selena got out of the bed. The sheets fell away to show her womanly curves.
Owen adjusted his cock. If she didn’t leave soon, she was in danger of not leaving the room for at least the next hour.
“I will meet you downstairs for breakfast.”
Just before she left, Selena walked over to him. Not being shy, Owen rose from the bed, his body naked and his arousal there for his wife to see. Selena’s gaze traveled down to his cock, then back up to his face.
“As much as I would enjoy spending more time with you, my lord, I do have appointments today.”
Owen laughed, drawing her into his arms. “Then I suppose I shall let you go, but not without a kiss.” He leaned in, tenderly putting his lips to hers. “I shall be down shortly.”
Now that she was gone, the only sounds Owen heard were the clop of hooves and carriage wheels outside on the street. He pulled the servants’ bell to summon Tom. While he waited, Owen put on his dressing gown and sat on the edge of the bed when he noticed a mild headache starting.
Bloody hell.Hopefully, it wouldn’t be anything. There was much to do. Like Selena, Owen had plans for the day. Foremost was to pay a visit to the Army headquarters in town. He wanted to see if there was a way to find out if any soldiers from his unit were in London for him to speak to.
Owen had not forgotten the mysterious note and map which were packed in his bags. They had to be connected to why Selena had been accosted in the alley and that package stolen. Just then, Tom came in and Owen readied for the day.
“Will you do me a favor?” Owen asked Selena when they were seated at the breakfast table a short time later.
“If I can.”
“Will you take a footman with you today?”
“Why?” Selena asked between bites of toast.
“I should have thought about it sooner, but I want you protected. After that episode in the alley, I should have seen to your safety, but I was so absorbed with other matters that it slipped my mind. I’ve been selfish. Please forgive me.”
“I understand, and there is nothing to forgive. Both of us were upset that day in the study after our conversation.” Selena averted her eyes.
“Never the less, from now on, when you leave the house, I want one of the male servants to go with you. My enemies, whoever they may be, are still out there, and I won’t give them another chance to hurt you.” Owen put his hand over hers, which prompted Selena to bring her head up. “Please promise me, Selena.” He squeezed her hand.
“I promise to take someone with me.” Selena said, entwining her fingers through his.
