 My teaser this week is from Chained Hearts, book 3 of Sentries. “We do.” She held out her hand, and Todd set the envelope with their letter to Jimmy in her palm. It took her a minute to weigh it and figure the postage, and she chatted away at him while she worked. “I’m Amelia Wilbourne, and you’ve met my children. Are you new in town or passing through?” He also learned in those few minutes she was a widow, her husband had been killed in an accident the year before. She and her children lived with her grandparents. Her brother and his family ran the local lumberyard about a mile down the road. It was way too much information, definitely way too much hair flipping and touching of Todd’s forearm while she was giving it out. “Not sure yet.” Todd smiled at her and handed over payment for the postage, then gave her a quick handshake when she offered her other hand. “We’re definitely here to pick up some supplies.” Reaching behind him, he slipped a finger under Nick’s collar and tugged lightly. Nick stood, stepped closer, and waited placidly beside him. “I’m Todd Ruger. This is Nick, my mate.” Amelia’s gaze barely flicked to Nick, who smiled politely and nodded. “Hello.” His voice was soft, and Todd was likely the only person who’d ever hear the note of insecurity in it. “Well, Mr. Ruger, if you need anything at all, let me know.” She had a sort of predatory sweet smile that made Todd want to shake his head. Nick glared at her more than anything. “I hope we see more of you in here. If there is anything you can’t find, let me know, I’ll have it ordered.” “I bet you will,” Nick grumbled. If she heard him, she ignored him. In fact, other than the first glance she’d spared Nick, she hadn’t acknowledged his presence at all. Todd gave Nick a slight bump on his arm and they grabbed a basket, walking up and down the aisles. Thankfully, Todd found some medicated cream as well as the rest of the supplies they were getting low on. Nick found a book that interested him, which made Todd happy. He made it a point to hand it back to Nick after paying for it. Amelia’s looks were making him nervous. He decided he really wanted her to understand Nick was his mate and Todd was not looking for any other sort of company.  Chained Hearts is available in paperback and eBook.
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