Unexpected. Lori Foster

      

      “IS THIS YOUR ROOM OR MINE?”

      He didn’t answer. The door swung open and Ray was pleasantly surprised to see the room wasn’t ritzy at all. In fact, it was almost utilitarian with one full bed, a nightstand, and a dresser with a small television sitting on it. It was clean and neat, but not what she had expected after the first-class airfare.

      “Well, you’ve managed to surprise me, Eli. But I thank you. The room is perfect.” She smiled.

      He stepped inside with her and closed the door.

      Ray’s smile slipped. “Did I misunderstand?”

      He shook his head, but leaned on the door as if he fully intended to stay.

      “Is this your room and not mine?”

      Eli crossed his arms over his chest. “It’s your room.”

      “Good, that’s what I thought.” It wasn’t necessary, but she added, “I couldn’t imagine you willingly staying in a room this plain. I figured you’d get a suite or something.”

      As if she hadn’t spoken, he said, “It’s also my room.”

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      “IS THIS YOUR ROOM OR MINE?” Also by Title Page Copyright Page Chapter One Chapter Two Chapter Three Chapter Four Chapter Five Chapter Six Chapter Seven Chapter Eight Chapter Nine Chapter Ten Chapter Eleven Chapter Twelve Chapter Thirteen Chapter Fourteen Teaser chapter About the Author

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      Chapter One

      She’d already signed the contract.

      Backing out now would blow her reputation with the agency, and besides, this mission would be a piece of cake. There was no reason to drag her feet. She needed the money, she was free at the moment, and it’d be a routine run, nothing more, nothing less. It’d be easier now than in the past. Everything had changed.

      Herself