The Devil’s Bargain
“I hate to burst your bubble, Uncle, but my aunt’s house is tiny. There are no private rooms. And she’s very old-school about these things. If you don’t want her chasing you through the woods with a shotgun, you’d better behave yourself tonight.”
“She won’t catch me.” Aaron lazily closed his eyes, then inhaled deeply, burying his face into the back of her hair. “Did you wash your hair?”
“I did. Smells good, right? It’s a natural herbal shampoo my aunt makes. One of a kind.” Zoe tossed her head slightly, letting her hair brush against his face.
“Smells incredible,” Aaron murmured, his eyes opening, his gaze darkening several shades.
It didn’t just smell good—it was intoxicating. That fresh, s