Whispers of the Falls: Book one (Twelve Oaks Farm Series 1) (28 page)

His face shifted to a more serious look. “Now back to Powers. The man did it. We have him left to right. How can you defend him?”

“In this country everyone is entitled to a defense, doesn’t matter if they are good or bad. I’ll give Powers the best defense I’m capable of.” She took a deep fortifying breath. She didn’t care to hear his opinion on the subject.

“The man’s a murderer. Deep down I know he has committed multiple murders. I am checking into other crime scenes where the killer used a knife. I hope to prove he is a professional hit man.”

Before Josh had time to continue his conversation, Beth interrupted, “I shouldn’t be discussing the case with you. I haven’t even had time to study the file. Besides I think you’ve heard of something called client confidentiality. Let’s talk about something else, something more pleasant.”

He reached across the table and took her hand. “Why don’t we talk about us?”

She jerked her hand away. “There is no us.” She took a long swallow of tea.

“I beg to differ. I know you feel the electricity between us. I don’t know why you pretend you don’t feel it.”

On several occasions Josh had made passes at her, but she never took him serious. Had always considered it harmless flirting. Now she wasn’t so sure. She tried to keep her voice cool and careless. “Maybe because I don’t feel there is anything between us.”

“Come on, Beth. Admit you feel the sexual tension. Let me come over tonight and we’ll just let nature take its course.”

Her eyes searched his face wondering if he was just toying with her. “As compelling as that sounds, no. Is this the line you use to pick-up dates? You sound like a horny teenager.” She fluttered her lashes as if flirting with him. “Surely, you can do better than that. Give me another Josh Wilson line that makes women melt in your arms.” Beneath her calm exterior she was fantasizing what it would be like if she took him up on his offer.

Josh laughed. “That’s my best one. I guess I’m not as suave as you think.”

Thankfully Kim brought their plates and Beth hoped that would be the end of their conversation about sex. Beth acknowledged her. “Everything looks lovely. Thank you.”

“Let me know if I can get you anything else.”

Josh leaned back in his chair and never took his eyes off Beth. A little nervous she began to squirm. The moment Kim disappeared into the kitchen, he asked, “You don’t have casual sex?”

She spread her napkin in her lap. “I have had my share of casual sex. That’s about all I had time for in law school. Now I am looking for something more permanent. I don’t mean I’m looking for a husband, far from it. I’m just looking for someone to share my life. I crave a relationship that will last longer than two weeks.” She speared some lettuce and pointed her fork at him. “I don’t think you fit the bill. You’re a man for enjoying and then moving on.” Again she tried to read his face but couldn’t.

“What makes you think I can’t be serious?” He popped a french-fry into his mouth and she watched his sensual mouth as he chewed. She became warm all over as memories of the dream she had that very morning surfaced.

“How many relationships have you had that lasted longer than a month?”

He started counting on his fingers. With a humorous look he stated, “None.”

“I rest my case. Besides, if we become intimate, it would be awkward at the family functions. Especially if the affair continued for a while and then ended ugly.”

His smile turned sultry. “That’s the difference between us. I never let it end ugly. Most of my dates end up being long time friends.”

“Sorry, but I don’t believe you. You are much too handsome and debonair for the ladies not to fall head over heels for you. I bet you have broken many a heart but you won’t break mine. I know better than to sleep with tigers in sheep’s clothing.”

A smile all but exploded across his face. He reached across the table, pulled her hand to his lips, and kissed the palm. She let out a deep breath. Desire showed in his eyes. “Think about it, Beth. I feel it’d be spectacular.” She looked into his eyes, stunned by the powerful chemistry that burned between them. Yes, it would be spectacular, but also heartbreaking.

Other Books by Teresa Greene:

Sutton and McDonald Series:

Love Me Again

Wildflowers

The Painted Rock

Savage Secret

Harris Family Trilogy:

Desperate

The Shadow

Sultry Texas Nights

Twelve Oaks Farm Series:

Whispers of the Falls

Shadows of the Falls

Secrets of the Falls

Blood of the Falls

About The Author:

When Teresa Greene is not writing, she loves to spend time with her family. She loves to ride her ATV through the trails near her country home with her husband and three beautiful granddaughters Lilly, Kara, and Sadie. Pets are also a big part of her life. She has a dog named Scrub, a cat named Slick, and a horse, Jake which she adores.