Vampires Among Us [Vampires Among Us 1] (Siren Publishing Classic)

team wrapped things up, Kevin glanced around at each of them. It was easy to see they were still swallowing a healthy dose of remorse for their earlier thoughts and remarks. Marshall was the only one who dared to speak. He shot Kevin a grin as he joked, “So, are you planning on putting Erica on the payroll, or are you just planning on freeloading off of her?” He then lowered his voice as he became much more serious, “Look, we’ve got our man. He’ll be turned over to the local authorities within the next couple of hours, where we will continue keeping a close eye on him until the U.S. government arrives. That could take a couple of days. Why don’t you go ahead and fly home to surprise Erica? That way you can be at the beach by the start of the weekend.”
    “Are you sure?” Kevin asked. He hated the idea of leaving the team, but Marshall did have a point. There really wasn’t much left for him to do, and Marshall was perfectly capable of finishing the mission.
    “I’m positive. Just leave your bike at the local police station, and I will make sure it gets brought back with us. But, promise me you’ll do me a favor,” Marshall requested, looking serious all of the sudden again.
    “What is it?” Kevin asked curiously.
    “Give Erica a kiss for me. I would do it myself when I get back, but I wouldn’t want to face you afterwards.” Marshall chuckled as he lightly shoved Kevin forward. “Go on home, and have some fun for once!”

Chapter Thirteen
     
    Kevin shifted in his seat on the crowded airplane, growing more impatient by the minute to get home. He could feel the impatience wanting to take over, and tapped it back down. Picking up a magazine, he flipped through a few pages before replacing it in the back of the seat. It seemed there was nothing that would hold his attention. No, that’s because he had a certain pretty little lady’s face on his mind, and he was quite anxious to return home and surprise her.
    It was the wee hours of the morning when he arrived home, and as he let himself in both Charles and Rosetta were there to welcome him. Kevin hugged each of them, and then quickly told them he needed to see Erica. They both graciously said good night and smiled as he headed for the stairs.
    As he expected, she was sound asleep. He was pleasantly surprised to find her sound asleep in his bed, though! Standing in the bedroom doorway, he leaned against it, just watching her sleep for a moment. She looked damn good there, he admitted to himself. He found himself smiling as he noticed she had stolen his pillow. It wasn’t like he used it much anyway. He was quickly reminded he owed this woman his very life. If it hadn’t been for her, chances were good, neither he nor his team would have made it back home. Unable to resist touching her any longer, he quickly strolled over to the bed, stripped off his shirt, removed his shoes, and slid in bed next to her, bringing her body up against him. He gently ran a finger along her jawline, unable to suppress the urge just to touch her delicate, soft skin. She stirred a bit and despite his earlier promise he found himself unable to resist jumping into her brain.
    Erica was dreaming. It had to be a dream. Kevin’s voice was softly calling her name. “Erricaaaa, oh my sweet Erricaaaa!” It was only a whisper, but she would recognize that voice anywhere. Not quite able to force herself out of her deep slumber, and not wanting the dream to end, she nestled into her pillow a bit more. “Erica, baby, let me love you,” his voice whispered softly before she felt his lips lightly brush hers. His kisses were soft, sensual, and oh so heavenly. He broke off from her lips to continue raining kisses over her cheek, then down to her chin, and continuing his downward trek to skimming her throat. Oh how she missed his mouth, but he was far from finished. As Kevin continued to work his way downward, she realized too late that somehow her pajama top had come unbuttoned. He began suckling one breast, and then moved to the other. His mouth felt like a warm, moist cavern. She moaned softly, as she quickly became caught up in her dream and the pleasure he was giving her.
    “Baby, I’m back, and I’ve missed you so much,” his voice whispered in her head. Although a part of her acknowledged this was just a dream, she was amazed at how real his kisses and touches seemed to be. “Please, baby, let me love you. I need to touch you, to taste you, to love you,” he