Can't Touch This (Can't Touch This #1)

“None whatsoever.”

“But what if I want to add a few clauses. Or share my declarations of love?”

“The clauses are a no go but the declarations I’ll permit.”

“Oh, so kind, dominant master.”

I smirked. “Don’t get ahead of yourself. That’s for later tonight.” I leaned forward, whispering in her ear. “I went shopping after I ransacked your apartment. Let’s just say, the dog collars and kitty ticklers have been downgraded with the new toys we have to experiment with.”

Her cheeks heated. “Does it include a riding crop you once said you used to keep your harem in line?”

“Better. It has a nurse’s uniform which I amended to be a sexy vet. I’m going to be your patient tonight and then, if you make me feel better, I’m going to show you just who you belong to now you’ve stepped through that door and accepted my ring.”

She laughed. “How am I supposed to say no to that?”

“I already told you—you’re not allowed to say no. It’s a done deal. You’re mine. We’re engaged. End of discussion.” I kissed her again, letting myself be swept away by her taste and heat, wishing to God Polly wasn’t in the kitchen watching. I wanted to try out our new purchases straight away.

However, wishes would have to wait as Polly couldn’t keep quiet anymore and carried three champagne glasses while being chased by Hippo. “Ah, congratulations!”

Passing the flutes to us, she kissed Vesper on the cheek. “I’m so happy for you two. Even though I need to get false teeth now from all the cavities.”

“I’ll pay for the dentist bill.” Ves laughed.

“I love you,” Polly whispered. “You got a good one and I’m so grateful he’s so sweet to you.”

“I’m still right here.” I raised an eyebrow.

“And you’re lucky I’m sharing her with you.” Polly winked.

I chuckled and let the women hug it out.

The affection between the two of them glowed; I hoped Polly would one day strike as love-lucky as we had.

My phone suddenly hammered with vulgar rap. I answered it with the video function to reveal my brother.

“A little birdie just texted me saying you popped the ball and chain question.” He beamed. “So you’re a soon-to-be-married man now, huh?”

I scowled at Polly who stuck her tongue out. “Something like that.”

Toasting me with a beer bottle, he said, “Have to consummate straight away before the girl can run away, you know. That’s how these things are done.”

“Not binding until a celebrant forces her to say I do first, you idiot.”

“Well, no harm in consummating then and now and every day in between.” Rupert chuckled.

“Good advice.” I threw Ves a flirty smoulder. “Better get started right away. Husbandly rights and all that.”

He laughed.

Polly blushed as I angled the phone her way. “Say hi to Pol.”

Rupert’s voice changed subtly. “Hey, Polly. How ya doing?”

“Good.” She took a hasty sip of liquor. “You?”

“Singapore is hot. But not as hot as you.”

“Okay, okay.” I faced the phone back to me. “This has been nice and all but I’m disconnecting you, kicking Polly from my house, and carting my kidnapped bride up the stairs. I agree with your conclusion of consummating at all times. Then no way can she get out of this marriage.”