“I rather think it’s the person I’m dancing with,” he said softly. She lifted her gaze to meet his. Her eyes drifted to his mouth, and her tongue slid across her bottom lip. Jameson lowered his head and gave her a soft, sweet kiss.
Caroline wrapped her arm tighter around his neck and pulled him closer. She leaned in and kissed him. Her tongue slid tentatively in his mouth, exploring. A soft sigh escaped as she relished in his warmth.
“Caroline,” he said, raking his hand through her blonde strands.
She pressed herself against him, and his arms held her tightly as they let their tongues glide into a dance of their own.
Jameson’s hands roamed to her shoulders, and he pulled them apart.
“We’d best get you back to bed,” he said, his voice sounded strange to his ears.
She gazed into his eyes, appearing confused. Her mouth firmed as she nodded. “Goodnight, Jameson.” Caroline walked into her room and closed the door, leaving him all alone.
“It’s for your own good,” he whispered through the door. “I can’t see you hurt.” Stepping back, he went to his room, and for the first time since rescuing her, he slept alone. His body felt restless as he tried to draw a line between his feelings for Caroline and his desire to have her as a friend.
He didn’t like it one bit.
CHAPTER NINE
Dr. Greene sat beside Caroline’s bed and took her hand. “After a thorough examination and extensive blood work, I pronounce you fit to move to one of the cabins,” she announced. “Rebecca and Rachel will get you settled this afternoon.”
“What about the other tests? You know, the ones for sexually transmitted diseases?” she asked, watching the doctor’s expression.
“You’ve tested negative. It’ll take about six months to give you a clean bill of health. Don’t dwell on something beyond your control. If you decide to have sex, use a condom.”
“What about kissing?” Caroline asked. “Can someone contract anything by kissing me?”
Dr. Greene smiled gently at her. “You have no open sores, and the initial tests have returned with a negative result. Did you only have sex with Cain?”
“Yes. He liked to make me stay on the floor with a dog collar around my neck, and he held the leash. He left for two weeks when the ring suffered from Rebecca and the team’s busts. I never witnessed it myself, but I’m positive he checked out hismerchandise before bringing them to the farm. No one else dared to touch me.”
“I see. Did he use protection?”
Shaking her head, Caroline gazed out the window. “Dr. Reese gave me the shot. I’m almost due for another one.”
“I can certainly give you one. Did you want to talk about other methods of birth control?” Dr. Greene asked.
“You’ll think it sounds silly, but I want to go back on the pill. I didn’t have a choice before. Now I do,” she answered honestly.
“Then I will examine you again on Monday, and we’ll get you started. Do you have any more questions?” Dr. Greene asked. “Trust me, I’ve heard everything.”
Do you happen to know where Jameson went? He hasn’t seen me in over a week. We kissed, and maybe he’s worried I gave him something.
“No, thanks. Do you know what time they’ll pick me up?” she asked.
“It’ll be after lunch. Rebecca took Megan to the doctor, and she has a meeting.”
“Thank you for everything. I appreciate all your help,” Caroline said, peering into the doctor’s eyes.
“You’re welcome, Caroline. I’m returning to Serenity Mountain over the weekend. Annabelle usually takes my place, and we switch every few weeks. The team left on an important mission, and she can’t leave yet. Rebecca has set up a temporary doctor and two nurse practitioners to cover for me while I’m gone. Here’s my number. You can call me anytime if you have any questions.”
“Thank you,” she murmured, glancing down at the card.
“You know, some of the women took a self-defense class, and a woman named Victoria Rostov taught them a few tricks. It seemed to give them some confidence. When I return, I’ll ask herto make another trip soon. You might think about joining,” Dr. Greene suggested.
“It sounds like a smart idea. I’ll give it some thought,” she said, pushing back the hospital tray holding her breakfast. “Have a safe trip home.”
“Good luck, Caroline. I wish you all the best,” Dr. Greene said, before rising and heading back into the clinic area.
