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W ill said nothing until they were in his car and on the way to her home. Kelly appreciated his silence. Her head was swimming with so many conflicting thoughts she could find nothing coherent to say.

What had happened back there? Had she actually forgotten who Chakaris was and the damage he had done to her…as well as others?

As if her thoughts weren’t confusing enough, her emotions clamored for attention. She relived how she’d felt with his arms around her and the hint of aftershave mixed with the distinctive—and indescribable—scent of a clean, healthy male. How could she have become so caught up in her senses?

When they reached her home, Will escorted her to the door and waited while she unlocked it. When she turned to say goodbye, Will said, “All kidding aside, Kelly. I want you to be careful where Chakaris is concerned. I thought you two were going to burn the place down with the heat you were generating on the dance floor. It’s obvious that Chakaris has you in his sights.” He lifted her chin with his finger. “Don’t let his charm and sex appeal lull you into forgetting that the man’s dangerous. We both know that. I know none of this is my business, but I can’t help worrying about you. We’ve been friends for a long while and I’d hate like hell to see you get hurt.

“I know that you’re an adult and capable of making rational, mature decisions. You need to keep in mind that he’s as ruthless as your portrait reveals him to be.”

She leaned her head against his chest. “Thanks for caring, Will. I value our friendship and your wise counsel. You needn’t worry, though. I’m fully aware of who and what Dominic Chakaris is. I can never forget that. I promise I’ll be all right.” She pulled away from him and forced herself to smile. “Now go see your latest flame before she gets tired of waiting for you.”

Once inside, Kelly closed the door behind her and leaned against it, wondering if she could force her trembling knees to carry her up the staircase. She had to get a grip on her emotions. She was being ridiculous. She’d been around other attractive men before, men who had made their desire for her known in various ways. To have such a strong reaction to this particular male made no sense at all.