For most people, the dirty, old Bow Street office, reeking of sweat, polished bronze, and heavy stacks of books, was not an attractive place. But over the past three years, Kai has become so used to every inch of this office that it feels like home. It's hard for visitors to believe that these small and unassuming buildings - Bow Streets 3 and 4 - are the center of British criminal investigation. This is where Sir Morgan conducts his trial and directs his team of eight detectives.Wearing a languid smile, Kai responded to the greetings of secretaries and police officers as he made his way through the 3rd Bow Street building. It didn't take long for the Bow Street team to appreciate the advance. his liberal manners, especially his willingness to go into the slums and lairs of thugs that no one dares to set foot in. He didn't mind how dangerous those missions were, because he had no family to worry about, and he didn't get involved with anyone under any circumstances. In fact, through s

The splash of water splashing on the brick floor made the maid's answer inaudible. Standing still, Torcia was absorbed in this exhilaration, her back pricked with warm needles gently, her lungs filling with heat. The door clicked open, and a bar of soap and a sponge were brought in for her. She soaped her hair and body and turned in slow circles, her face up, her eyes and mouth closed. Hot water slid all over her body, over her breasts and stomach, down her thighs, between her toes. It was an amazingly pleasurable experience, making her feel exhausted and relaxed at the same time. She wanted to stand there for hours. However, the water starts to cool very quickly. With a sigh of regret, Torcia stepped out of the water before she became completely frozen."The water's cold now," she called to Hariet, who had shut the valve on the outside of the door before handing her a towel warmed on the hot water pipe.Shivering in the cold air, Torcia dried her face and hair, then wrapped the towel

"I'll try to be interesting," he whispered with a loving smile. As he straightened up, the light danced in his ebony-black hair and raised silver streaks at the sides of his temples.Reeves' face was as cold as stone as he rose to shake hands with his brother-in-law. "Sir Grant said he wanted to see you," he said without preamble. "What are you planning, Cannon?""We'll discuss that later. I want to get to know your brave bride first?"Torcia laughed at Sir Ross' implication – that any woman would have to be brave to marry someone as notorious as Kai Reeves. She bowed slightly as the former judge walked around the table to her. Taking her hands in his big warm ones, sir Ross spoke with gentle grace. "Welcome to the family, Mrs. Reeves. Rest assured that if you need any help, just ask. I'm yours."When their eyes met, Torcia instinctively knew his words were serious. "Thank you, Mr. Ross. I regret the obligation to keep our relationship a secret, for I would be proud to announce that y

Torcia walked up the stairs with him, her hand clenched in his, her legs feeling but rubber when they finally reached his bedroom.The curtains were drawn up, letting in a soft gray light through the windows. If it were darkness, she would have liked it much more. The thought of lying naked in the merciless light of day made her shiver from head to toe."Calm down," Kai whispered, coming to stand behind her. Her hands were slightly closed on her arms. His voice was lower and hoarse than usual. "I'll be careful. I'll make it comfortable for you, if...""If?""If you trust me."Both were silent and motionless. Torcia licked her lips, thinking that she hadn't trusted anyone all these years. And to put her faith in Kai Reeves...the most unscrupulous man she had ever met...was no longer folly, but madness. "Yes," she said, surprised to herself. "Yes, I will believe you."He let out a soft sound, as if the words had broken through his defenses.His hand slowly slid up her chest, using gentl

He smiled at that, bringing her fingers to his mouth. "I would like anyone but Warren as a husband - I've made that pretty clear."Torcia smiled, discreetly thinking that by marrying Kai, she had ended up with a husband far from her expectations. "What will you do tomorrow?" she asked, recalling this morning's confrontation with Sir Ross. She was sure that Kai would give up his post on Bow Street without a word of protest.Letting go of her hand, Kai frowned. "I'm going to visit Morgan.""Do you think he will side with you against Sir Ross?""There's no chance. But at least I'll have the satisfaction of telling Morgan what a rotten traitor he is."Torcia reached forward to touch the lapel of his robe. "Have you considered the possibility that those two are doing what they think is best for you? Could it be in your own interest to reinstate the title?""How can that be? God, I'm going to live in a cage painted with vermilion and gold.""I'll be in there with you."He stared at her, see