Sedceme

Harriet might be a good lawyer ... but when it

comes to men was an ignorant authentic. A Finn
would love to be his teacher on this matter, but she
made it very clear he had no intention of being part
of his harem. Harriet was the first woman who
had been immune to his charms, perhaps, why,
Finn was so determined to conquer ...
Chapter 1
Well, tell me more about that party.
Not much to tell Finn Maclean turned the
wheel of his powerful Mercedes and gave a
complete turn in Notting Hill Gate-. Going to be
the typical party of the media, much champagne,
loud music and everyone screaming like crazy.
-Algunas Pretty girls? Tim asked hopefully.
-Don't Worry. There will be lots Finn turned
to smile at his old friend. But they have something
in their pretty heads blonde, apart from a great
interest in the size of your wallet, it is very
unlikely.
-A I'm doing well. I'm not picky !.

Tim Finn laughed as he parked in a hole and

cut the engine.
-All Right. Good hunting! But you can
already find a way to return home because I will
not stay long. he warned Finn The truth is that I
had not bothered to show if he had to see someone
who knows an apartment that I rent.
But do not'd just buy that fabulous penthouse
Holland Park ?.
Yes, but unfortunately needs a complete
revamp. And among carpenters, plumbers and
God knows who else swarming around the house,
it is better go and leave it to them.
How much will last ?.
As about six months. And that's the problem.
Because I need to live in that area if only to watch
a little work. Unfortunately, I was having a hard
time finding someone who wants me to rent an
apartment only for a few months. That's why I'm
dragging this boring party instead of having dinner
together in peace and a good bottle of wine on the
Falcon.
-for Me is well assured him Tim. But how
someone who has had more girls than hairs on the
head may seem so little excited at the thought of
wine, music and women ?. What happened to the
lovely Linda ?.

I imagine that will continue as adorable as

ever Finn muttered frialdad.- But I can not give
updated because Linda and I broke up six months
ago details.
Sorry to hear it. What happened ?.
Nothing too dramatic Finn shrugged his
broad shoulders. She wanted to get married and I
do not. End of story.
Leaving the car, Tim found himself
wondering why his old friend, who was not only
amazingly attractive, but very rich and very
successfully, still had not found the right woman.
Could it have something to do with it almost too
sexy ?. The thought never would have thought to
himself if his older sister, Susie, after consoling a
tearful ex girlfriends Finn, had declared :.
That man is too sexy for his own good. From
what I can see, simply return those amazing blue
eyes of hers to a girl and you're lost.
However, when Tim had told him that he
would like to have the same problem, his sister had
just launched a scathing laugh and told him to give
thanks for your blessings.
Maybe you're a boring old post, Tim, but at
least when a girl approaches you know it's because
they really likes you and finds you interesting.

Can you imagine the profound boredom of women

at your feet, morning, noon and night are thrown ?.
I think I could bear it - had answered him
with a smile before changing the subject.
But since it had occurred to him that perhaps
his sister could have a point.
While there was no doubt that his old friend
was a righteous and genuinely friendly, good with
kids, kind to the elderly and stuff, guy was
definitely spoiled by the female. Why, even now,
to get into the restaurant leased by film producer
for the party bar, the emergence of Finn was
greeted with cries of delight from almost all local
women.
Time to disappear! he said to himself,
shaking his head while his friend was instantly
surrounded by a court of nymphs blondes, leaving
Tim only way to the bar.
I can not believe you dragged me here
Harriet murmured directing an apprehensive
glance at the long line of luxurious limousines
parked in two rows in front of the large building.
This type of ultra sophisticated feature really is not
my style.
Do not be so squeamish. Also this is the site
most fashionable at the moment Sophie replied
when long glass doors opened at his approach.

Well, I'm not a fashion person. In fact, lately

I feel pretty outdated ..
That's only because you insist on keep dating
that boring banker said Sophie yours before giving
their names to the goalkeeper.
-No Is boring!
-Claro It is. By the blessed God, Harriet!
Do not you see that your love life is crushing ?. If
you're not sleeping with this guy, and do not blame
you, because you have less attractive than a lamb
dish eyes for breakfast, why waste time with him
?.
Do you mind being so kind to leave my
private life out of the question? Harriet whispered,
her cheeks flushed with embarrassment.
Not for the first time, he regretted having told
too of his relationship with George Harding dinner
where they had drunk too much wine.
And while you're still stuck with the boring
George, how do you think meet Mr. Right? he
continued his old friend clearly determined not to
leave the subject. So it is time for you to change it
for another type of man more attractive and sexy.
George is a nice man-what Harriet defended
as they waited for the goalkeeper revise their
names on his list. And besides, I know him
always.

Sophie gave a scornful laugh.

That is why it is high time that you throw a
new boyfriend. Someone with a little life inside;
someone reasonably attractive and humorous. In
fact, George qualities that completely lacks !. Yes,
I know continued as Harriet opened her lips. I
know your parents think it's great and you see it as
a nice, safe company and will not cause problems.
Believe me - Sophie threw a laugh. I have nothing
against the rich bankers. The more the merrier, so
for me, but George is really heavy. And a
beautiful girl like you deserve something better ..
Harriet looked down at his old school friend
angrily.
Have you been drinking? he asked
sarcastically. Only I'm asking because I've noticed
that whenever you mess with the poor old George,
is when you've been having lunch at one of those
fancy restaurants with a client of yours.
Sophie laughed.
Well it happens, yes. I lunched a blast at the
192.
But although it may have taken too much
wine at lunch, I was totally convinced that her
oldest and dearest friend needed the rescue of
George Harding. Unfortunately, despite having
explained more than a million times if Harriet

thought was frigid, George was definitely fault, not

hers, seemed to make her friend got the message.
"I know I'm right," Sophie told herself
staring at the girl he pulled over his head. With
that bright alabaster skin, surrounded by a thick
red hair like fire and those green eyes, looked fresh
from a Raphaelite painting. It was a crime that so
unusual beauty had to be wasted on a boring man
on death.
Well, do not think either going to find the
perfect man for this kind of party - Harriet
murmured to enter.
You never know who will show up,
especially at a party hosted by a film company
which will assist all who have collaborated in the
film Sophie 'I said impatiently. So relax, okay ?.
Harriet looked at the vanguard dcor coffee,
clearly designed as a pharmacy: their records
pharmaceuticals windows and tables and stools
shaped aspirin. But having been with masons all
day, she just wanted a quiet evening chatting with
an old friend while taking a good wine, not mixed
with a multitude of sophisticated unknown,
dressed to the nines and shouting with all the
strength of his lungs.
A little over an hour later, Harriet had little
reason to change my mind. Trapped in a corner

for a very unattractive man, desperately seeking an

escape.
There was, of course, Sophie trail, he must be
busy talking to some exciting movie star, Harriet
thought bitterly aware that both its color and its
height made him stand out.
One bar could be the most modern at the
time, but so were the small thin blondes as stakes.
Which meant that no one would be interested in a
tall girl, with a reasonably slim figure but with
curves in the right places and with a mane of fiery
red hair.
Ignoring the drink in his hand, a cocktail with
devilish look and probably very toxic, Harriet
looked over the shoulder of the man, who was still
talking about camera angles and light meters
towards the group's Corner away.
Well, at least they seemed to be having fun,
he thought grimly to see the bunch of beautiful
girls all laughing and shaking their manes
delighted to try to draw the attention of men who
were at the center of the group.
The light was too dim to make out his
features, but if attracted much attention, chances
were it was sexy as sin.

What was definitely not the case of the man

who had corralled into a corner and was bored to
death.
'Here you are! Sophie cried suddenly
materializing through the dense crowd from behind
the bar-. Come, there's someone I want you to
meet.
That's the best news of all afternoon Harriet
murmured grateful to be taken out of that corner.
Just abandon all hope of rescue and was about to
go home.
Oh, come on! Relax. That man you were
with was not so bad - he proclaimed Sophie as she
approached the bar and ordered two glasses of
champagne.
Are you kidding ?. I was so attractive as a
dead fish!
Sophie laughed.
Well, I managed to talk to one or two
attractive guys.
I'm glad for you muttered Harriet sipping his
drink. From what I can see, all the men here are
rich, fat, boring or thin, very handsome and
homosexuals.
I know what you mean, but I guess it is true
in the world of entertainment. However, the man I
want you to meet him definitively like women. In

fact, not only absolutely fascinating and rich as

Midas, but not above, is married. What do you
think ?.
-Ah, Yes ?. And what is the default ?.
-No None Sophie assured him anxiously. It's
almost perfect.
-Hazme A favor! Harriet smiled a grim
smile. No one is so perfect. Something bad must
have, so what, transvestite or something ?.
-no Way!
Then ?.
No, honestly, I'm not kidding. It's really
great.
-Ah, Yes? Harriet snorted in disdain. And
if that guy is so great, why do not you tried
ligrtelo you ?. Normally anything you're not a
coward, I think.
-Thank You!
Come on, out with it!
'I'm telling the truth Sophie assured him
anxiously. And now it is available, which is why I
think I might have a chance. Well, you probably
have it ... as you move to live in the apartment on
the second floor of yours.
-What? Harriet looked at her incredulously.
You must be joking.
No, the truth is that it is a great idea.

'Of God's sake, Sophie! Have you gone mad

?. You know that the builders just out today. He
has not even had time to dry the paint.
But I have already arranged everything and
... Oh, God! There is Delan Malone, the famous
television reporter Sophie exclaimed excitedly. I
try to have a word with him. If I can convince him
to sell your house, I have at least two customers
that buy on the spot.
Harriet sighed and shook his head. She was
accustomed to adapt to the metamorphosis of his
old school friend in 'Little Fix-It ". In fact, when
Sophie had introduced him to the real estate agent
who had tried to sell the house of his aunt in
Lansdowe Gardens, Harriet had no idea that the
new race of his friend out to be such a resounding
success.
Having led a life of butterfly, flying from job
to job without staying in one place more than a few
months, it appeared that Sophie had finally
discovered his true calling.
As her friend had told her the other day: "It is
the same as presenting some friends at a party.
Only instead of waiting to fall right between them,
I hope you fall in love with the house. "

And Sophie had an agenda to blow up the

seams, it was very easy to "submit" to his friends
some properties in the area.
Although Harriet had doubts about the
wisdom of renting the ground floor of their house
to Sophie, that had also been a success. With its
own private entrance to the street, meant that the
two girls, but remained close friends, had no
problems in living their lives independently.
But now that Sophie seemed determined to
put an unknown man at home, Harriet could not
help thinking that it could not work out.
No, Declan and Olivia are not interested in
selling your house, 'said Sophie to meet with her.
However, it is fun to meet new people. You never
know, you may change your mind ..
'Do you never stop networking? Harriet
asked with a caustic tone.
Sophie 'Certainly' I did not say seriously.
After all, you never know when you will take the
bait a big shot. Which reminds me ... we were
talking about your second floor apartment.
Harriet shook her head.
-Do Not. Were you the one who was
speaking said firmly. The masons have just left
today but I am still waiting for the fridge and the

kitchen and not arrive until next week. So that

your idea is crazy ...
Hey, relax! No need to take such a quick
decision. Believe me, this guy is really desperate
to find a place to live. But only for six months, so
there is no problem to get rid of him, okay ?.
'Why do you want to rent it for such a short
time ?.
Because already bought a beautiful
penthouse in Holland Park, but can not live for
now until they leave the builders that are reshaping
the entire house.
Yes, but ..
Come Harriet! You know how it is to
convert an apartment ... dust and debris
everywhere. So it's no wonder the poor guy needs
another apartment until they finish the job Harriet
nodded with a swing of his head. Of course, that
once completed, your apartment will be absolutely
fabulous. A huge penthouse with huge rooms and
stunning views. A security could neither believe
you, etc., etc. And as I have helped both get
temporary accommodation, if you ever want to sell
your home, I will surely charge it to me, do not
you think ?.
'Has your boss because after this ?.
Sophie shook her head.

'Of course not. It has gone on vacation and

left me in charge.
-Debe Be crazy! Harriet muttered through
clenched teeth.
Sophie was your best and oldest friend, but
any to put your business at risk nothing by leaving
the course should require that his head examined.
-De Agreement, I heard! But why mine ?.
Because the agreement is going to be good
for all three - Sophie said bluntly. He needs a
place to rent, you just finish it and I ... well, living
in your bass, I can see the man of my dreams every
day.
I admit it all sounds good about you and this
man. Just do not understand where I fit into this
crazy scenario.
Because he is willing to pay a huge amount
of money and there will be no problem in getting
rid of it within six months. Honestly, it's the
perfect arrangement for all three.
Um ... Harriet murmured skeptically.
He doubted that Sophie, who changed groom
and dress, followed interested in the man as long
as six months, it was very sexy.
Moreover, her friend was quite right. She
would pearls have a tenant as soon as possible.
Especially because although it was within budget

everything she could, bills home Lansdowne

Gardens had become astronomical, not to mention
badgering of his parents, who had always opposed
to remodel the large Victorian house half ruined
that had left him an inheritance his aunt Jane.
Think of a figure and fold-he had been his
father's warning.
And though she would die before admitting
the truth, unfortunately his father had been right,
so maybe find a quick tenant were not bad idea.
Also, if the man was so rich and was
desperate enough said Sophie, you may charge a
high income and that would help their more
limited finances.
Well, might consider he said to Sophie, but I
will need very good references and a golden
parachute.
Do not worry Sophie assured him quickly -.
I can guarantee a good contract and as for the
references will not have problems because this guy
knows almost everyone.
-how Most men! Harriet murmured dryly.
By the way, how do you call ?. And how he earns
his living ?.
Sophie shrugged.
He gave me his card, but I've left it at home.
To be honest he smiled, left me so impressed when

he came into my office it took me a long time to

come down to earth. But I know it has something
to do with this production, so perhaps some
producer.
Harriet shrugged.
-OK. I look forward to meeting him, but can
not promise anything waved his head at the
beaming smile of Sophie. And if it turns out to be
a writer, you can forget the whole plan. Because
the last thing I need is someone who works at
home and spend the day making noise.
I'm sure that will not be a problem. Besides
... Sophie threw a laugh. You will not see much.
That'll take me!
'I hope you do!
Harriet smiled at her little friend. Sophie had
never had any trouble attracting men. Even now,
despite not being totally sober, he had plenty of
sex appeal in spades.
Harriet breathed a sigh of pure envy.
-OK. Talk to him, but it's up to what I'm
prepared.
Wait till you meet him. You will not believe
your eyes! Sophie said before guiding her through
the crowd to the other end of the room.
Sophie was right.

Harriet simply could not believe his eyes, or

his luck to see her friend get into the circle of
women around the tall dark man in the corner.
'Here we are! Sophie cried giving a nudge to
low blonde to grab the man's arm and bunch of
women out towards Harriet, who had been
paralyzed on the site.
I know you two, who are lovely, you are
going to be carried like a house on fire he
continued ignoring her friend Harriet strong blush
or paralysis man. Let me introduce you. This is
my friend, Harriet Wentworth and ..
-and I have the pleasure of meeting Miss
Wentworth interrupted him with a smile soma and
fun to see the dismay of green eyed redhead.
'That's fine! Sophie blurted delighted.
"No it is not. It is an absolute disaster. "I
would have liked to shout Harriet high.
Life was so bloody unfair! Of all the men in
London, why it had to be one in particular that I
would like to rent your house then?. He asked
incredulously. But however much he wanted to
tell her to lose, simply did not have enough
courage.
Well, really ... he began recuperarsedesperate, I am sure that Mr ... hum ... that Mr ..

My name is Finn Maclean interrupted him

politely.
Ah, yes. Sorry murmured she suddenly
hating Sophie and put that horrible man in such a
situation hardly. The fact is ...
'The fact is that it appears to have an
apartment for rent and I need to rent one almost
immediately said in a tone that brooked no
discussion, what changed instantly.
I'm sorry, but I fear that Sophie was
precipitated said quickly. I only just get rid of the
builders and ...
But the man grabbed her arm abruptly and
Harriet was amazed that the drag with
determination towards the far side of the room
before she opened the door and got into a small
office.
No, wait a minute! protested rubbing them
red marks forearm.
I'm sorry, but we could hardly hear us out
there, at least maintain a reasonable conversation he leaning on the edge of the table despacho- said.
I bought an apartment in Holland Park he
continued before explaining the problem would
have with many workers and their need for an
alternative accommodation for about six months.
So when his friend told me she had just finished

remodeling the second floor of his house, I found

the perfect solution to my problem spirited added
with a warm smile.
While at other times, Harriet had admired a
man with such a decision to achieve his goal, she
had already had dealings with Finn Maclean and
had not been a pleasant experience.
So I could and forget about trying to use his
charm, something possessed in abundance.
Because it definitely was not the tenant who had in
mind.
I'll be working in the City all day and go out
several times in the evenings was saying as she
watched him stubbornly determined to hold
ground.
What makes? -he looked at her in surprise. I
mean Sophie seems to think it's some kind of
filmmaker.
Finn laughed.
No, I'm afraid not. Working in the City of
attorney. In fact, the only contract with the film
company has a contract for the locations for this
film.
Ah, well! Harriet murmured a little relieved
not going to rent an apartment to a man, but do not
think that is dedicated to give wild parties to
extravagant people.

However, it was clear that Finn Maclean was

a successful lawyer Cartier fine if that had
something to do. So no sense to mention she was
also a lawyer working for a multinational
practices.
Come on, gorgeous, give me a break! He
smiled so seductively. I'm really desperate to find
a place to live.
Desperately seeking an excuse to avoid rent
the apartment, however Harriet found it difficult to
concentrate.
Even though it was relatively sober,
especially since he had not tried those colorful
cocktails peculiar, it was costing much ignore their
appeal impressive and the heady attraction that
emanated from the man.
Despite sitting on the edge of the table within
easy reach of it, the magnetic force of his
personality, not to mention the effect of sex appeal
nude, was leaving breathless and confused. Warm
fringed shining in those blue eyes seemed to
contain a sensual call and the atmosphere between
them was so loaded and you could almost cut it
with a knife.
'Well ...?.
I do not know muttered weakly.

I could not put the excuse that as he had not

seen the house was very hastily make a decision,
because he had himself seen the house very well
and had also put like a fury when she had not
wanted to sell it a few months ago.
Unfortunately, it seemed that Finn Maclean,
along with other gifts that nature seemed to have
bestowed, was quite able to read her mind.
Maybe not want to hire your apartment,
Harriet, but recognize that you owe me a favor said
with ice and resolute in contrast to the warm tone
he had used so far- voice. You were responsible
for lost time and money, which is why it does not
seem too much to ask you to help me solve this
difficulty now.
Yeah, well ... maybe it was, but ..
Then deal done, okay ?.
-Estupendo! Sophie cried at that moment
entered the door in time to hear the last words.
And you need not worry, Harriet! I'll have my
head really write an armored contract. No
problem!
Oh ... okay, okay.
Harriet sighed helplessly feeling manipulated
by those two persistent people.
But it was far from well. In fact, only need
to look at the cold gleam of triumph in the amazing

blue eyes to know that Finn Maclean was bad

news.
Not to mention the feeling of total confidence
that I had made a decision that is going to regret
bitterly.
Chapter 2
In spite of the cool breeze of early summer
waving gauze curtains of his room, Harriet felt hot
and sticky wandered in darkness while seeking
oblivion in sleep.
But abandoned the unequal struggle and
looked bedclothes. He put a light coat and crossed
the room to approach the long French windows at
the other end.
Is it that was stupid or what ?. How could he
have been so stupid ?. Why had he allowed this
unexpected encounter with Finn Maclean's
completely break the balance ?. From the first
moment they met a few months ago, had fallen ill
man instantly. And Harriet had no idea why he
felt that instinctive antagonism and aggression
towards someone who did not know.
The blame was all of Aunt Jane, she told
herself with grim face before shaking his head at
his own stupidity. How could such a thing come
up ?. It was a thankless! While it was true that if

your aunt had not died and would have left this
wonderful house with access to adjacent charming
garden, she had never met Finn Maclean.
And what was new ?. Even the best and
most luxurious apartments were invaded by nasty
insects sometimes, thought to hit the small terrace.
Inspiring soft night air with the aroma of
jasmine and rosebuds, she could feel her relax
instantly. He sat on a small iron garden chair and
sighed with pleasure before reclining to look very
high blinking stars overhead.
Was his private fantasy to imagine that it was
the sole owner of one half acre of land, hidden
paths and clumps of trees vibrant colored flowers
throughout the year. And he knew, his
conversations with neighbors surrounding the
secret garden, they felt exactly the same.
Little known outside the area, the property of
Ladbroke, which covered most of Notting Hill and
Holland Park, containing sixteen of those private,
rare and totally secluded gardens.
What made it so special was the fact of being
totally inaccessible to anyone who does not live in
the houses around completely private gardens.
They were, of course, a hidden secret, except for a
few. Even she, despite his regular visits to the

house for years, had not learned that a lustful oasis

like that grew on the back of the house of his aunt.
In fact, it was not until the death of his aunt a
year ago, when one of his cousins had said that
Harriet had won the lottery, because her aunt, Jane,
had a habit of changing each year will for one of
many nieces and great-nephews had. And it had
been that after the sudden death of Jane, Harriet
had taken the surprise of his life to be as proud
owner of that huge house in Lansdowne Gardens,
along with some money, inaccessible in shares and
bonds.
How lucky you had! his cousin Martin had
exclaimed upon learning of the news-. Last year I
was the first on the list, so I must have done
something to throw a blot on my page. I guess it
has something to do with the fact I left my job and
decided to start an acting career - he had added
with a laugh before giving a hug to Harriet and
wish him luck.
It's a horrible house full of cats and dust.
What will you do with it ?. Sell it ?.
Harriet had shrugged and agreed that the
house had always been ruined, so the sensible
thing would probably clear it and make it to the
sale; an idea that had received the enthusiastic
support of their parents. Especially his mother.

It's absolutely the right thing, There was fond

announced his mother firmly. What would you do
if a huge house in one of the most soulless city
areas ?. You should try to sell it as best you can
and then buy a nice house. Fashion somewhere
like Knisbridge or Sloane Square, would be almost
perfect.
Although Harriet was rarely agree with her
mother, for once, his practical advice you'd like.
However, neither Harriet, who lived in a small
apartment in Islington nor his mother, in the depths
of the field in Gloucestershire, had been expected
to Holland Park and Notting Hill Gate suddenly
become highly stressed areas.
Harriet did not know if it was Because of the
large number of private gardens, it PROVED to be
the main attraction, Especially in contrast to the
dusty streets and tall buildings in Central London
and was an unexplained movement of trendy
people from one area to another . However, it
Seemed That each film as wealthy and highly paid
executives Advertising few stars, They Had
discovered the area, everyone wanted to live there.
All of Which Explained That When I HAD
gone to the realtor to announce the sale of the
house, I HAD Been pleased. When HAD Told him
I Could earn more than one million pounds,

Harriet HAD her legs Trembled so much That

They Had to collapse in the chair in disbelief.
I had no idea ... I mean ... you must be joking.
Oh, no! Mr. Evans confidently assured him
snapping His fingers impatiently to call his
secretary to bring him a glass of water, Because
The girl Seemed to faint from minute to minute.
-In Regards me the keys, I have to take a
good look at the property have continued. It is a
wreck, of course, but there is no reason why, as
you Have cleaned the house, do not take an
amount close to That figure.
-Yo ... Could not believe it! Harriet
murmured in amazement. Are you absolutely
sure?. Not to be rude, but it really is a huge sum of
money.
That's not all! the man Said with a dismissive
hand swinging. Without going too far the other day
a girl came to see me because i wanted a house
like yours and was willing to pay two or three
million pounds partner. Of course, That if her aunt
HAD Been in better condition, the price would
Have Risen much, but I think we can get a million
without any problems.
One million pounds! That figure was
nonsense, I thought as I drove back to His

apartment in Islington, Who Had chosen.SQL to

be near Strand courts.
After finishing His career in law, Harriet was
now working as a lawyer in practice in a large law
firm. Unfortunately, it was found not to be the job
of your dreams. In fact I HAD eaten To
Understand That the dusty, dry legal world HAD
nothing to do With It. It was only a problem of
trying to choose Exactly what to do With His life,
apart from the need to earn a decent wage, of
course, HAD That was what prevented us quit His
job and find another.
However, DESPITE Repeated the words "one
million pounds' Hundreds of times During the
following weeks, I Could not Get That figure
would seem more real.
, Although in a moment of complete euphoria
HAD thought quit His job and live off the money
from the sale, Harriet did not take long to Realize
That esta was not the solution. Living without
doing nothing was not an attractive notion Because
for her it was sure would get bored very quickly.
Were Her parents, of course, delighted His
sudden change of fortune. And as for her
boyfriend, George, for eleven in his life, Seemed
visibly excited.

-Harriet, That's a large sum! she exclaimed

with a warm smile than usual. And not have any to
break your head acerca investing the money,
because i know several businessmen brainy Who
would love to work with a small nest egg like
yours.
In fact, Harriet herself was Said, was amazing
how everyone was busy spending money she did
not even yet unavailable. His mother Seemed
determined to to buy a small house in a
fashionable area of London.
So, my dear, I will come in handy When you
go shopping.
Several of His friends thought Should be
devoted to travel around the world Until I ran out
of money while others Suggested to mount an
elegant restaurant.
Even His old friend, Trish Palmer, HAD eats
With The notion That Harriet bought the adjacent
STI antique shop in Ledbury Road vacant
property.
Wait a minute, Trish! murmured sleepily at
half past six, while helping to extend the pieces of
antique jewelry at street market stall in Portobello.
Though I like to dump a hand with the post
occasionally, I know nothing of art objects.

Honestly, the thought of buying a shop and

Become Antiquarian is absolute nonsense.
. Not have any to Be That kind of store You
could sell what you want. clothes, flowers or
jewelry I mean, look at the dreadful success of the
girl Who has a shop on the street corner and only
sells handbags and wallets fascinating.
'But she is very talented! Harriet I replied
with a sigh of envy, while I have not a single
creative hair in my head.
However, it was Trish Eventually Which
Gave him the answer to Their problems a weekend
in Which Were His two friends throwing a hand to
clean the house to potential buyers.
Both Trish and Sophie Were hallucinated the
size of the house.
He's running great now that you 've removed
all the old furniture Said Sophie leaning on a
broom and looking up at the beautiful coffered
ceiling high first floor lounge.
He's unrecognizable -acord Trish removing a
wet strand of her forehead. It's a shame you Have
to sell the house after all effort. If They Had me let
me try to find a way to keep her.
Even though the never find Could Afford to
live here, 'Said Harriet ending task for a well
deserved cup of tea.

While advancing Towards the old kitchen of

the principal stepped on, Trish continued
lamenting the fact her friend That HAD to sell this
lovely old house.
Come on! I Laughed Sophie with a chocolate
cookie in hand When sitting in the bright kitchen.
What would I do Harriet living alone in a place
like this?.
And who says you Have to live alone?. You
could divide the house into apartments, one per
floor. Or You Could you rent room to friends or ...
-What?. Do you send a pension? -the other
girl scoffed. Do me favor! Honestly you suppose
Harriet hastily preparing breakfast in the morning
for people to be on time for your job?. Back to
reality!
-Desde Then I have better things to do with
my time! I Laughed before remembering her
friends Harriet That it was time to return to work
and nothing over them long.
However, When walking slowly clean the
house a week later while waiting to agent with a
client, Harriet Had to admit That Trish was right.
In fact, if there is any way to Retain the
property and live there at the same time, I would
delighted. If only for the sheer pleasure of Those

oval French windows, the long room on the main

floor and the wonderful peace garden.
A moment later, His thoughts Were
interrupted by the doorbell and Quickly run to the
hall. Upon opening, Real estate agent the WHO
Introduced him to a tall Man Who stood beside
him as Mr. Maclean, lowest was very eager to see
the house offered Preferred for sale was found.
Harriet stepped back to let men and barely
glimpsed the potential client in the dim light of the
hall, but eleven o'clock arrived in the big empty
rooms, found himself thinking Mr. Maclean That
did not seem anxious about the house or anything
world.
No doubt That was tall, dark and handsome.
In fact, entering the main hall on the ground floor,
I was stunned to think esta That stranger was not
only an attractive guy, but The most attractive man
she HAD ever seen.
Seeing the man dressed in a casual weekend
outfit but immaculate, Harriet was aware That His
Own appearance would be too conventional.
Having never been in That kind of situation
before, I HAD spent some time trying to choose
the proper uniform to teach the house.
And not that it was so important on even
though the agent HAD That Told him the first

impression was Very Important, so it HAD Also

Warned him to leave the room as clean as possible.
It would be great to put vases of flowers in
every room I HAD Said. In fact, I always tell my
clients selling it does not hurt to leave the kitchen
the smell of roasted or fresh coffee HAD added a
conspiratorial to reveal one of the tricks His
profession of wink.
However, not Having Lived in the house,
Harriet HAD HAD to concentrate on cleaning and
even HAD HAD hired to clean windows done
wonders and was dressed like the type of person
Normally Who would live in a house like this.
That was why I HAD ruled out a leather
miniskirt and her favorite dress chiffon for too
frivolous.
Hesitating before one of the costumes That
usually we wore in court Eventually DECIDED by
boring but safe: a dark blue tight jeans, shirt and a
navy blue blazer.
But i had no idea it was Because I cared what
she was wearing, while the man Remained silent
for the rooms. Even When Harriet opened the large
windows of the vast drawing room on the first
floor That will end silence was disheartening.
I Went to the terrace That overlooked the
garden and Expressed the hope That the man will

enjoy the sight of the lush foliage as much as she.

But Mr. Maclean just Looked distracted garden
before commenting reluctantly it was very nice
and I turned Toward the house .
Harriet angrily closed the windows, but
unfortunately, one of the locks was locked and
STRIVE to turn the key, the stranger Approached
him a hand.
Let me help muttered appearing behind her.
When thinking about the episode later,
Harriet still did not Understand why When Their
hands touched hers, Had felt like an electric shock
That made him cry out and step back With The key
result That HAD fallen to the floor.
Very embarrassed, HAD NOTED Also
bitterly That the man HAD lips curled into a snarl
of fun stooping to pick up the key.
So it was devastatingly attractive. So what?.,
Harriet Said Firmly putting as much distance
Between herself and Mr. Maclean before going
down to teach cooking.
But I still felt upset and totally Unable to
Explain the empty feeling in my stomach When
moving to the far end of the room. Turning around
to read Against the sink under the window wide,
Heard the agent Explain the advantages of owning

a big house at too not yet exploited area of

London.
And of course -..., if you still think turn it into
separate apartments I was saying, it's perfect for
what we Have in mind. Lots of light, space and ..
'But you can not do that!
Harriet was amazed herself to intervene With
Such vehemence, but Suddenly felt disgusted to
think her aunt That Were to be divided into
apartments.
-Ah, No? I murmured Mr. Maclean soma
slowly turned to look at the girl on the other end of
the kitchen.
Almost as if I Were Clearly seeing for the
first time, I beheld the tall, slender figure bathed in
the light coming through the window and network
Gave him a halo around the head.
Still amazed by His instinctive explosion,
Harriet felt even more confused When I saw the
tall dark man move decisively Toward her.
'And What Makes You just think you can not
turn this on, or any other floor of the house if it
Seems to me, as I want? I Asked in a cold tone and
soft to stand in front of the nerve female figure.
Having Been Virtually ignored
THROUGHOUT the visit, Harriet blushed at
Being the object of attention of the man. The

strong and intelligent gleam in His blue eyes,

Which Seemed clavrsele to the core, was not only
very disturbing, but I was producing a strange
effect on the legs, Which Suddenly felt weak and
gelatinous.
Based on the sink to regain Control disgusted
Wondered why I was behaving in a childish
Manner. She must have Known Hundreds of types
nearly as attractive as That, so why let it the
impress?. Remained His home, was not it true?. So
, as far as she was concern concerned, I Could run,
I thought, raising His chin defiantly.
I'm selling a house, not an apartment block in
dismay Said at His voice, usually we firm and
clear, now acute and tone defensively. I am sure
my aunt HAD That upset if I saw His house
divided into small apartments stop selling them as
if They Were a piece of cake, as you seem to want
to do.
There was a long silence I Looked intently
but impenetrable expression.
Correct me if I'm wrong, Miss Wentworth
murmured wryly to break the oppressive silence
That Seemed the long room- Have spread. But I
Knew I was discussing my plans with you.
No, of course not Already Have you answered
it very resentful of Being treated like an

impertinent child, but I'm not prepared to sell my

aunt Someone who wants to break it into pieces, I
Said stubbornly.
Well, I really do not see what you can do to
Said Regarding With him condescending tone. In
fact, since esta building has obtained the permit
subdivision into apartments only three years ago, I
can not Understand how it will Prevent any buyer
who does what I pleases With The property.
-What?.
Harriet Looked past him to the agent, lowest
rocking nervously stood at the other end of the
room.
Never found out my aunt That HAD thought
to divide the house. Why not speak to me of
planning permission?.
I myself did not know Until the other day Mr.
Evans Said with a slight shrug. I only found out
when i INSPECTED notification disputing over
the possible boundaries. However, you need not
worry added in an Attempt to aplacarla-. After all,
That Makes esta building it more salable.
'But it is not just a building, it is a home!
Harriet needed regardless moaned to sound
childish. I thought a family WHO live here enjoy
the garden and ..

Her voice failed to Understand That it was

getting ridiculous.
Well, that's what it is.
The agent shrugged before asking Mr.
Maclean Quickly wanted to see if some of the
rooms.
However, while Harriet was following
disconsolately to the main floor before letting
explore the rest of the house on His Own, and
HAD made a decision.
Never, under any Circumstances sell The
House That odious man. I did not know how, but
Prevent Their plans and would Ensure That Never
Got His hands on the house.
Unfortunately, DESPITE squeezed the brain
and totally fantastic Arabian reach conclusions for
the next two weeks, Harriet HAD found no
solution.
Since her aunt, Perhaps Have felt very alone
in His old age, HAD gotten permission to convert
the house into apartments, there was no
explanation for her to worry so keep it whole.
However, I was determined to do and not to
allow esta man to buy it. Who the hell was
Believed?. Probably some corrupt builder WHO
enjoyed destroying beautiful buildings just for the

benefits Obtained, She Told herself with a heavy

sense of foreboding to sleep.
I had no idea what HAD Awakened a few
hours later in the middle of the night. But to find
herself sitting on the bed, it Seemed That the brain
HAD Been Working on Their Own Because,
without any visible effort on His part, I Suddenly
Realized I Had the solution to the problem. I
would not sell the house. She was going to live in
it! Jumping out of bed, ran barefoot to the adjacent
room Which Could fit four times in the drawing
room of His aunt and Grabbed a pen and paper to
start making accounts.
If converted the main floor and the first in a
duplex for herself, she could live in the house and
what was more Important, access to the wonderful
garden. However, It Could only be permitted if
converted the lower, second and third floor in
separate apartments.
So I was going to do what Mr. Maclean
horrible, but the difference was That in her case,
she would live person at home and take care. That
is, Assuming Could you get enough money to
remodel and rent the first apartment, would do the
same With The other floors.
After typing frantically for a few more
minutes, reviewed the figures.

-Yup!
If I was very careful and watching every
penny, I Could do it. And, of course, would Have
an advantage: It could leave the job I disliked Both
while devoting one year to monitor the conversion.
And for That Moment, and know what I want to do
With your life. And hopefully, would stay home
alone If They did not give useful benefits.
It excited by the new idea Sophie Told it to
the next day. Her only friend was not Agree That
Could be the solution to Their problems but
astonished him asking if I Could rent the bass.
I'm tired of living where i am now. And When
We Were on the ground, it Occurred to me That it
would be a magnificent apartment. I mean it has
plenty of space and light. , Moreover, in Original
ceilings Should be more than three meters, right?.
And With Its own entrance, I think it's perfect.
Encouraged by the enthusiasm of Sophie,
Harriet Instantly called the realtor. To His surprise,
Mr. Evans was very understanding.
'I see you love the house Said with a loud
sigh. However, I wish you luck if you just intend
to live there and keep the house itself.
What, Having lost a good commission from
the sale, it was very generous of thought Harriet. ,
Although I Began to change His mind about the

agent When I discovered That by negligence or

stupidity, Had Given her phone number to Mr
Maclean.
Damn girl! bellowed over the phone. It has
not only made me spend a good amount of money
and time, reviewing plans and Permits lawyers, but
I never Intended to turn this house yours in an
apartment block.
Oh yes, yes I was going to do! I Heard him
say Clearly the realtor WHO thought to convert
low in a separate apartment.
'Of blessed God! That was just to give her a
house for my little brother WHO works abroad
most of it the year. I wanted To have something,
your own space When I returned to this country on
vacation blurted in exasperation. Sought to
preserve the rest of the house to myself.
Well, I'm sorry you're disappointed ..
-No Seem to feel it at all! I shouted angrily
as if I Could See the smile on her face but did not
have it forward. In fact, if I Believed in violence
would break His fucking neck. Really loved that
house.
Well, it was not His lucky day Harriet replied
hastily before hanging up.
And That, if There Were any justice in this
world, Should have been the end of any contact

Between them, Harriet Said with a heavy sigh

When looking at the garden. Sophie Had to Have
Been That I HAD taken it to a snake as Finn
Maclean In His Garden of Eden! As I got up and
slowly Walked the great room to return to His
room, I Realized That I now Did you mean choice.
Just Have to take it. After all, Maclean just going
to rent the upstairs for six months. So, with a little
luck and a hired armored, would be responsible for
cross him as little as possible. .
Chapter 3
IF YOU HAD Finn Hoped to see as little as
possible, Harriet then a Realized how wrong i had
been.
It could be That Men Were in generally more
demanding than women. Since then a, She Had
Never Had Problems with Sophie, Whose stay in
the low now Seemed angelic Compared to the
cluster of problems That HAD experimented With
Finn Maclean. In fact, after Having Such taken
pains to convert the second floor in a bright and
cheerful apartment one room with all the latest
equipment, was now tired of the constant
complaints of the cursed man.
As she HAD Moved, and That HAD Only
been a three-act play, was down to pounding His

door to complain That the washing machine and

wash tableware not working.
What do you mean They do not work?. If you
are newly Purchased, by the blessed God!
Finn just HAD His broad shoulders shrugged.
-The Machines are new or old is not the case
'I Reported before Requiring him to do something
on the spot.
After calling a plumber, lowest brought` His
eyes just go, the problem was solved Instantly.
-The Next time you use the machine in the
kitchen, try plugging the network There was rage
she refused to see the funny side of the situation as
I Looked furious Finn and the plumber, the two
bent with laughter. And read the instructions
would not Either a bad idea to be added before
leaving furious HAD With The plumber Who Had
Followed laughing to leave the house.
That HAD Been But only the Beginning of
continuous nightmare nuisance emanating from the
second floor.
There HAD Been a case of a clogged Sink
with subsequent visit plumber, electrician With
blown fuse and broken glass by accident With The
glazier. Not to mention an overflowing bathtub
Finn That HAD confessed with a smile, Had

Occurred to him as I spoke by phone with a

girlfriend.
Could care less -No your privacy! She Had
answered angrily. Except, thank you, this house
Seems to be paying next vacation to the Caribbean
plumber.
Do not worry casualness There was assured
him. Just send me any bills.
The fact That not a single protest paid all
invoices not outweigh the inconvenience of
Having to solve you all kinds of problems. Nor I
Had Been fun sending huge champagne HAD
arrived mid-morning without warning and HAD
Completely blocked the entrance. As the dealer
HAD It had shielded bad back, Harriet herself
HAD HAD to climb the boxes to the second floor.
Those Were pains but nothing Compared to
continuous noise Caused by the stream of female
visitors, all laughing and talking like magpies to
climb the stairs to the second.
If You Have any chance Sophie thought it
was better to forget, Harriet Said HAD cranky
when opening another striking young blonde called
Who Had His doorbell by mistake.
However, it was the Finn's birthday party last
week, That was the straw broke the camel.

-Tienes Much to answer! There was Harriet

Sophie Accused When She and Trish HAD
recogida for breakfast with the first in the Cullens
in Holland Park Avenue on Sunday morning.
Oh, God But what have I done now? - Sophie
Laughed while asking for cappuccino and
chocolate cake himself back then a Settled Against
the soft leather.
Not are you Harriet gave a heavy sigh. It's
that damn boyfriend of yours. It's driving me crazy
Completely!
Humph! Sophie distracted for a moment
while the waitress put the coffee cup front of him.
It's funny. I did not know you HAD met Rodney.
-Rodney? Harriet frowned in amazement
before shrugged. I'm talking acerca Finn Maclean.
It has not only proven to be a pain in childbirth,
but after the birthday party the night before last, I
think I could kill him.
Sophie Laughed.
Ah, Finn does not interest me more!
-What?.
I've forgotten centuries ago Sophie Said
frivolously before taking a big bite of His cake-.
Now I have a new boyfriend, Rodney Granger. Not
only has a travel agency but has promised to take

the south of France in two weeks. What do you

think?.
Harriet Could only stare angrily and silently.
-Simplemente I do not think so! I finally
managed to say with a forced smile. Are you
seriously telling me that you 're after twist my arm
and force Virtually rent the apartment That crazy
Finn Maclean, Sought a new boyfriend?.
Wait, Harriet! Calm down Sophie muttered
hastily. I have to admit That I liked a season. What
is not surprising, since you'll Agree this is an acute
case of sex on two legs. But then a I Realized it
was pointless Having to With all those responsible
Women Who seem to surround him like a swarm
of bees.
Yes, but ..
Finn can be devilishly attractive ADMITTED
Sophie, but I like a man go behind me and not the
other. And Besides, lowest would rather not spend
two weeks sailing the Mediterranean on a huge
yacht with a guy who's crazy about you before to
queue just to spend a weekend out of town With
End?. What do you think, Trish?.
Trish, Who Had Been absorbed in the Sunday
papers, nodded quickly.
-I Choose the yacht without a Doubt Said
without looking up from His horoscope.

Why, thank you very much! Harriet exploded

angrily before grabbing a cigarette pack Trish. Of
course this Time has complicated my life really!
Hey!-. Sophie frowned I thought you quit
smoking last year! do?.
Yes, I did, but now I need one. OK?.
All right, According She tried to placate
another girl while Harriet Looked angrily. Look,
I'm sorry That Things Have not gone Well with
Finn, but You Have to admit it really Seemed like
a good idea. Also, you can not expect me to stay at
home all afternoon waiting for him.
Harriet let out a heavy sigh, turned off the
cigarette HAD tasted awful and Realized I Could
only blame herself.
Sophie Could Be Your Most dear old friend,
but I must Have Known That her friend was like a
butterfly. That Which meant the chances That
Remain interested in the same man one time, Were
Almost nil.
Well, Then What Happened on the birthday
of Finn?.
Not -No remind me! Harriet moaned burying
His face in His hands a moment before launching
another heavy sigh.
Come on, I tell us! It so awful Average User.

'Yes, it was' I Told her friends Harriet grimly

before explaining That I Did you mean notice of
the party- Said. , Although I suppose I should have
guessed after reaching anyone champagne.
Well, so far it Seems pretty harmless Sophie
shrugged. What went wrong?.
System -The entry of the new gate. , Although
I did not hear at the time, of course.
Harriet was Launched to relate how after
going to the movies and dinner at a restaurant in
Kensington HAD With some friends returned
home at half past eleven acerca to meet all the
lights on and the door open wide.
Gave me -Casi hysterics! No one better
Could have left invitation to thieves. And what's
more, it was clear That it was not by accident,
Because The door was fastened with a case of
champagne.
Then what did you do?.
-What Any sensible person would do. I like a
whirlwind Went upstairs and Maclean Finn Told
what I thought of the stupid like him. Especially
Those That not only help the local criminals, but if
We had been robbed, would Have Been That
someone responsible for HAD uploaded the house
insurance.

That's a good point Trish to Sophie 'I Said.

Insurance companies are getting very hard lately.
A friend of mine forgot to close all windows When
leaving one day and when to have returned, a band
of teenagers HAD ransacked her house
completely. The insurance company refused to pay
a penny for damages.
That's a bummer it -acord Sophie. Harriet
Well, what Happened next?.
Well, as you can Imagine we had a mortal
fight Harriet murmured, blushing at the thought
That I Could not count in any way what HAD
Happened That Night Finn's apartment. Especially
When she Understood even him.
'Anyway continued hastily, in short what
Happened Was That the door entry system HAD
broken down without my Knowing and, Although
Finn swore and swore That He Had a guest sent
down to open the door, all I know is That was not
there when i arrived .
'And?.
'I was furious. The guests did not fail to come
and go late into the night and someone HAD to
open the door, as the bastard Because I Said That
was not His fault the goalkeeper did not work
properly.

Oh, dear! Sophie exclaimed with a smile

before she and Trish will bend with laughter.
-No Is not fun! wailed Harriet. I HAD to sit
in the hall Practically holding my eyelids with
chopsticks Until God knows when. It is Assumed
That the guests arrive to parties to an appointed
time, but not Those of Finn Maclean. Oh, no! from
what I saw AT LEAST half a dozen meat from
other parties and decidedly left over les few drinks
to get home.
Poor Harriet!
Well, poor Harriet HAD to be opening the
door to drunk people most of it the night and the
straw That broke the camel's back was When a
Stranger patted me on the head and Said, "good
girl" before attempting hug. Honestly, it was a
nightmare.
'And you got to fix the intercom? Sophie
Asked grateful to Have Its Own entrance on bass.
Harriet nodded.
I called technical early in the morning and
think it was something wiring. But i told you
denounce all if it Happened again.
It's interesting Trish commented absently. If
your birthday is in June, it seems, Finn Maclean
That is Gemini.

Believe me, there is nothing interesting acerca

Finn Harriet Said Maclean With all your soul.
Difficult or be more maddening Appropriate
unbearable.
Well you still Aquarium you, you shouldnt
cost you handle a Gemini man. In fact I added with
a gentle laugh, would not surprise me acabarais
together.
Harriet gave a sharp laugh of disbelief.
Be -Debes kidding! Could not bear it even if
it Were the last man on earth.
Hmm. - Trish murmured noticing the deep
blush on her friend's face . Maybe I Should send
some of my glasses They are a great help to create
harmony in a relationship.
I do not want to be rude because i know that
you 'like esoteric things, but I definitely do not
believe me. What I really need is a good lawyer to
break That damn contract I signed. Unfortunately
it Seems wrought iron, so I'm in the hands of That
awful man.
Sophie shrugged helplessly.
I'm sorry truth That everything has gone so
wrong, but in relation to the contract, WHO was
you asked for it to be shielded, so it ...
-Ya Know! Everything is my fault Harriet
ADMITTED with a slight sigh. So I have to take

stock of patience to survive the next five months

without murdering bastard.
Sophie was not to blame Trish contract and
only spoke with good intention, Harriet herself to
dismiss her friends Who Had stayed to play a
game of tennis on Ladbroke Square was Said. But
not all the glass stones, incense sticks and chanting
of Buddhist mantras, would get out anything like
harmony or any other calming Influence on her
relationship With Finn Maclean.
Walking slowly on the way back home and
blessed peace Lansdowne Gardens, Harriet sat on a
bench under a fragrant lilac tree trying to clear
your mind of what Certainly call Trish negative
thoughts.
Unfortunately however I much I tried, I found
it impossible not to recall Almost in vivid colors
the disturbing scene That took place at the home of
Finn two nights ago.
After entering like a whirlwind in the
apartment Finn, corner him in the hallway and
shout Exactly what I thought of anyone stupid
enough to leave the door open at night home, I
found sharply drawn into the small kitchen.
Let go, crazy! protested angrily trying to
escape With All His Might.

'Of course I'll do as stop yelling like a

fishwife I replied angrily.
Do not you dare call me verdulera!
Why not if you act like this?. And now,
blessed God, shut soltarla- added impatiently
before. And give me the opportunity to Explain
why it Seems to be open the door.
Not like. It is. I've seen it with my own eyes.
All right, all right, I think I murmured before
explaining That HAD marred the opening-system.
And I feel like the guy Who Had Settled down
with a bottle of wine as a company Seems To have
deserted. But I've done everything I Could under
the Circumstances.
Well, what more Could You was not enough.
In fact, you 've been nothing but a hassle since you
set foot in the hall. What I have no idea why I
Have Been so stupid as to tie my hands and feet
With That contract .
What is the matter with you?. Do you hate all
men or only to me that you 'can not stand?.
Of course not hate men, 'she replied retreating
When I instinctively started forward with a smile.
Or is it against me personally ..
I Well, what do you think? Asked breathlessly
she feeling very nervous to see the tall figure cloud
it.

Since I HAD Entered the apartment, Had

Been keenly aware of the length of Enormous His
legs in tight jeans, the denim shirt casual That
hugged Those broad shoulders and dark column of
her neck.
But When the atmosphere in the small kitchen
Became more tense and strained, I have found
himself wishing I HAD not lost his nerve and
Have gone there without thinking of the
Consequences. Because now Finn Seemed as
tremendous as dangerous.
'What do I think? I murmured slowly
breaking the long silence Between them. I think
you're a very attractive girl. Unfortunately, you
seem to have any available serious Problem with
men.
Nonsense!
Particularly With Which You Can not Control
accept or do not use it as a That doormat have
continued quietly.
'How stupid! He cast a scornful laugh. If
someone has a problem, it's you! Because
obviously you can not believe That a woman, any
woman, is reliable to find unpleasant. Well, let me
tell you ...

But What Could I say I Seemed to fly from

His mind as I gently slid an arm around her waist
to pull her.
You know you what you need, right? I
murmured.
No, please! That did not resort to the old
clich That woman needed a man! He cast a sharp
laugh and tried to pull away.
I have a perfect boyfriend, thank you very
much.
-for Real? He Lifted a skeptical eyebrow and
Smiled sorna--. So, why are you so nervous and
trembling in my arms?.
-No I am! she exploded her. But ... but even
if it Were, it would make sense Given how angry I
am with added bitterly conscious of sounding
breathless and upset.
"You have to check the situation" was ordered
urgently. Okay, Finn was a very sexy and
attractive man, but there was one thing That was
Harriet was safe and That He Had not the Slightest
intention of Being just another number in the list
of His bedfellows.
This is a stupid waste of time - muttered,
staring at His neck PERSONAL Respiratory
disturbing Those blue eyes.

Hmm ... could be right Accepted him with a

tone of amused voice. But as things stand, I can
not think of anything else I feel like MOST do
now.
In conflict Situations like this HAD to keep
the chill, She Told Firmly herself desperately
trying to ignore the intoxicating scent of His hard
masculine body bounds near hers. And there was
no point trying to struggle more to loose,
Especially When Their arms, Which Seemed Were
closed to steel around His neck. So a heavy dose of
reason and logic would be the solution, sure.
... And what about your friends? Asked she
breathlessly.
They seem to be Reviews having a fine
without my help.
This was evident by the music and laughter
coming from the next room.
But you can not leave them alone. And ... um
... is the problem of the front door. Who will open
to guests behind?. So do us favor to Both and to
this nonsense now.
Speaking of favors ... I murmured, ignoring
him and squeezing even more slender figurative.
You seem I have forgotten That today is my
birthday.

How can I forget something you did not

know? -. She murmured trying to ignore That
despair with warm and seductive voice The strong
pressure of His strong muscular legs Against hers
was not helping anything to your peace of mind.
Not even you Wished me happy birthday - I
murmured plaintively not deceived With a single
moment because i felt how damn man's shoulders
shaking Were fun.
However, When pressed further, she gasped
soon:
All right, all right. Happy birthday, happy
birthday, we wish you all intoned With musiquilla. And now, can you stop playing stupid games in
Original?.
'What about my birthday? - He murmured
keeping it tightly clutched in one hand Against His
tall figure while the other slowly slid along her
spine.
The touch of His warm fingers on the thin silk
of her blouse Gave her shivers of excitement like
an electric current That traverse the body.
-Un Gift?. Ha! Good luck would have! I
Laughed nervously.
I gave a hoarse laugh sexy.
I think you right Could Be His Dark
murmured lowering her head to POSSESS

trembling lips before Firmly She Could protest

further.
Well, esta man was horrible, Harriet mused
now sitting in the garden under the umbrella soft
leaves. Because There Were hugs and kisses! And,
Although Finn Maclean Could Be despicable
individual, definitely Reached the outstanding
acerca devastating kisses.
In fact, I ADMITTED with a sigh, She Could
not remember any time When I was so confused
and upset Become ace When he'd finally released.
Even Remember That brief episode was
enough to make you cold sweats. , Although it was
Possibly due to the humiliating way HAD Been
found in response to the overwhelming seduction
of His tongue, not to mention the feeling of His
hard male body so tight Against Her.
The long silence That Followed the kiss
Seemed endless. Struggling desperately to regain
control HAD Harriet felt doubly mortified to
discover Finn That HAD Only been having fun at
Their expense.
Hey, relax! It was just a birthday kiss.
And the embarrassment of Harriet HAD
Increased When He even had a friendly pinch the
nose before muttering:

Now, be a good girl and take a look at the

door, okay?.
Then I HAD gone to meet his Friends.
-What I hate ... I hate it. Maclean Finn really
hate! HAD murmured to herself to leave her
apartment resolved That arrived to stay at the door
all night if They Wanted.
But in the end, Simply Because He Had
Average User reliable to withstand the constant
pounding on the door, That was before unequal
Given Struggle.
What I HAD done nothing to improve
increase your anger or earnest decision to stay
away from His path in the future.
And if you ever Remembered the hateful
episode of the kitchen, kill him, she promised
herself resentful.
However, with the passing of days and weeks,
I finally found Finn HAD DECIDED to Avoid as
much as possible. There Were no further
complaints from the second floor and if
accidentally crossed on the stairs I just ran him a
quick greeting complimentary.
All that Helped Harriet to put the episode into
perspective. As Fin HAD Said at the time, it only
HAD Been a birthday kiss, Which HAD Clearly
meant nothing to him. Especially With The row of

stunning women That hand be cut to get into His

bed.
Also Could It Be That I was working on a
complicated legal case of yours, Because It
Seemed To have fewer visits from His usual horde
of attractive women.
In fact, if Harriet HAD not seen every day His
huge black Mercedes parked outside the door, Had
Been Completely reliable to forget the incident.
Besides, I HAD more Important things to
think about. With free Canceled When You
haberles an Important job unexpectedly workers,
Could now be devoted to remodel the third floors.
Unfortunately Seemed to entail structural
Further Reforms That She Had originally planned.
And With Both brick and plaster to pull the
foreman HAD Suggested've rented a large
container.
Yes, I know it's expensive There was Agreed
When She Had launched into groan When hearing
the precious, but we will need only a few days.
And it will serve to rid ourselves of the rubble
Quickly Instead of stacking them in bags outside
the house waiting to drop them every day.
There was agreement -of she sighed without
thinking Until the yellow bins dumper HAD
Complained of a large car parked outside His door.

They're more than five and we can not wait

much longer, dear. You must move the luxury car
Because We Have to leave the trailer as close to
the door. Do you get me?.
Too Clearly, she thought dejected biting her
lip hesitantly looking at the big black car.
It was obvious That someone would Have to
move the Mercedes Finn across the street.
However, thinking That He Had neither the
number nor the direction of His office, I Realized
That He Had no other choice. I Should get the keys
to Finn, Assuming That He Had left at home and
do the work herself.
Harriet did not like the thought of entering
someone's Personal space without permission.
However, Finn HAD not Understand That left him
no choice, She Told herself nervously inserting the
master key in the lock.
With a strict budget, Harriet HAD
chosen.SQL a minimalist, functional style to
decorate this apartment. I HAD HAD painted
inside Concentrated Essentially With smooth white
curtains in the windows and HAD Invested the
money in good wooden floors carpeted leaving the
room and bathroom. I HAD kept the same
philosophy With The furniture with a plain cream
colored couch, two armchairs and matching pine

table and chairs in front of the French doors

opened onto a small That terrace.
However, now with caution When entering
the apartment, I HAD not visited since His Fight
With Finn in the kitchen, Harriet Noticed That,
Although Finn HAD taken little furniture, Had
made Subtle Changes in decor. Even the white
cloud plant orchids in the hall table was an
unexpected exotic touch to the plain decor.
It intensely inspiring and trying to concentrate
on what I HAD gone to do, DECIDED to start
looking into the kitchen.
Luckily, it Seemed That Finn, as she felt it
was best to That leave all keys together on a hook
on the kitchen. Luckily, I have trouble Did you
mean Identifying the car, hooked on a keychain
leather Mercedes house.
Encouraged by the quick success in finding
keys and Consumed by curiosity, Went down the
hall to the room.
Leaning against the doorway, looked
admiration With the huge antique Venetian glass
mirror on the plain white marble fireplace
reflecting two paintings by David Hockney hung
on Either side of the window. That combination of
ancient and ultra modern shouldnt Have Worked,
yet was wonderful. Like the shelves from floor to

ceiling volumes loaded in green and burgundy

leather Highlighted by a long desk with leather
cover and matching chair, added a dark and
masculine air to the room.
DESPITE feeling ashamed of herself, Harriet
Could not resist a quick glance to His room to be
shocked to see the immaculate order and deeply
masculine decor in navy blue and cream.
Not only was there no trace of orgies with
Women, but was astonished to discover on the
table an old copy of the Bible, a biography of a
well- known politician and a book of sonnets of
Shakespeare while photographs framed in silver
only comfortable They Could be family members.
Overall it was a great surprise to discover
what HAD That eleven Been a boring impersonal
apartment, was now the comfortable home of a
serious man and worship, light years away from
the image of frivolous, womanizing She Had
Assumed.
Deeply engrossed in analyzing the character
of Finn, Harriet winced to hear the shrill sound of
the horn of the truck.
Oh, God! I HAD forgotten man trailer.
Quickly Turning around, I have meat running
out of the apartment, shut the door behind her and
Went downstairs in threes.

Five minutes later, sitting in the plush leather

seat Mercedes huge Finn, she forced herself to
calm inspire. It was just a car, after all, even if it
was a thousand times larger than Those She Had
driven in his life. Not to mention the complicated
automatic. And, Although I was built like a sardine
Between two cars, she was used to park at much
lower Than That sites.
I Looked down at the shifter, saw That There
Were only three positions: drive, reverse and
neutral.
Turning the ignition key and gently releasing
the handbrake, the Mercedes progressed smoothly.
So far so good, Harriet acerca de esta
congratulating When to go outside Heard Suddenly
an angry shout followed by a series of quick blows
to the car roof.
Much later, When trying to Explain what
HAD Happened later, Harriet HAD Only been
reliable to assume That startled by unexpected and
brutal blows the roof, was Assaulted Having panic
and mistook the accelerator to the brake.
Whatever the reason, the effect of this action
was the car That Seemed to jump back and Heard
the sound of a soft coup Almost Immediately
Followed by a howl of pain.

Instantly I Looked away Towards the rear and

deep His horror, I Realized That there was a
Mercedes behind Trapped Between the vehicle and
the next person.
With a panic attack and eager to release
Immediately to the trapped person, HAD HAD put
forward gear and accelerated to hit the front car.
Heart pounding and convinced That I killed
someone HAD, HAD gotten the handbrake and the
car Jumped flying HAD to try to help.
I'm sorry, I'm so sorry moaned helplessly
before Recognizing high figure lying on the hood
of the rear car.
There was a long silence while Finn raised
His head slowly to her before leaning on one
elbow With effort and legs look incredulously. To
ax her eyes, Harriet saw a limb bent at an angle
Seemed unnatural.
Overwhelmed by the horror, Could only
watch in despair torn pants Finn before becoming a
violent nausea To Understand That It Entirely was
responsible for the horrific accident. .
Chapter 4
An effort to Control -Haz you, Harriet! Right
now! Finn gasped looking grim for the girl with

face pale as a ghost That was starting to sway

dangerously back and forth gesture.
Yes ... I ... sorry She swallowed, inspired
several times and made an effort to combat nusea. It's ... it's all my fault ... moaned helplessly.
Never admit it's your fault. Surely you know
what the first rule in traffic accidents, right?. Let
the insurance companies and the courts to choose
Who is to blame.
With Harriet Looked at him confusion.
-Quie ... You mean I have Average User
responsible for esta accident?. Oh, thank God! I
was so scared ..
Do not be so damn stupid. Of course it was
your fault! Finn growled menacingly. What the
hell were you doing with my car?. Been playing
bumper cars?.
-No ... No! You Do not Understand
whispered hastily. I HAD to move So They Could
download the trailer.
'And ...?.
Well, as You Were not here, I Grabbed the
keys and then a ..
-Las My car keys?. You mean you've robbed
my apartment?. Magnificent!
No, of course not.I have a master key in case
there is an emergency. But That does not matter

now frowned as I Looked down. I mean You

should probably see a doctor. Or do you want a
ride to The nearest hospital?.
-Ah, Yes?. What do you plan to use as a
mode of transport?.
When Finn blinked in pain trying to move the
leg.
Well, I ..
'Of course we can not use him wryly pointed
my car, and I guess the owner of the vehicle in
front, Which just crush, nor be so kind as to lend
his. Well done, Harriet!
'But ... but we must get help now! stroking her
hair she moaned to see the beads of sweat perlarle
forehead.
Suffering Finn was an agony of pain, so why
was dedicated to argue With Her When it was
clear I needed urgent medical attention?. Looking
down, Harriet saw something white as bone
sticking out of the break-stained blood just below
the knee. Closing His Eyes Quickly, Fought
Against the waves of nausea That Threatened to
overwhelm her again.
Do not you dare pass out on me! - I bellowed.
No ... no, of course not inspiring she protested
vigorously before opening His eyes again. It's just

that ... sorry. I should have Asked you before.

Have the two injured legs?.
No, I do not think I murmured with a groan of
pain When trying to bend to mirarlas-. Looks like
you've only managed to crush one.
Ah, I'm glad! biting her lip Harriet murmured
With indecision.
Glad -Te?. What the hell do you mean?.
There is nothing to cheer acerca de esta situation
in!
'I do not understand. Just wanted to say ...
-Me A damn what you want to say! Get an
ambulance right now!
All right, all right. Relax! Right now I'm
going to call. Will you be okay if I leave you
alone? .Just go! I cried sharply before pulling teeth at
the waves of pain That Assaulted him.
Running into the house and up the stairs like a
shot, Harriet cursed her trembling When trying to
open the gate fingers. By the time I returned to the
side of Finn, a small crowd HAD recogida around
him. He Recognized the man from the truck and a
lovely old lady WHO LIVED two doors down, but
was surprised to be Assaulted by a complete
stranger.

I saw the whole incident from my house

across the street I Informed the stranger. And as I
Said I esta poor man gestured Toward Finn, I am
willing to testify in court that you 've damaged
deliberately run over. i had never been so scared in
Entire my life!
No, wrong. I do not ...
Oh, yes, of course it has! interrupted the man
aggressively.
No, I mean it's a friend. Well, something like
that anyway Harriet muttered helplessly.
That is saying Will and damaged deliberately
run someone Who Knew? The man Looked at her
incredulously. All Right!I never heard anything
like it. And if you ask me, I will declare That this
is a clear case of Attempted murder.
'Do not be ridiculous! Harriet-through gritted
teeth exploded. I was just moving your car and
Then I shouted, I Began pounding on the roof and
...
Yes -Ah?. And why would I do that?.
Harriet shrugged.
How would I know?.
'I was trying to stop WHO thought I was
stealing the car' Said Finn weak tone.

-Lo See? will have pronounced the strange

triumphantly. I Knew it! Not you more than a
common thief!
Have saved him Harriet Further explanation
arrival of the workers.
Let him Already, man. This lady was just
moving the car to unload the container.
Salvation, in the form of ambulance sirens,
soon cut the rest of the discussions. When the two
paramedics Jumped and Began to weigh the
situation calmly, Also Appeared a police car.
Harriet hurried across the street to Explain to the
two official history of the Admitting fault accident
was tildo.
I had just finished giving details, your name
and address When Finn called loudly. He turned to
check Already With relief That was comfortably
lying on the stretcher and They Were bringing
business to the ambulance.
Come here imperative ordered.
-What Is the matter? she Asked, running
beside her. Want me to get you something from the
apartment?. A gown or pajamas?.
-What?He frowned Finn. And why the hell
would I want pajamas?.
Well, you know, something to put you in the
hospital ..

My dear girl, 'I murmured with a malevolent

smile. I'm Not exactly the kind of Man Who Sleeps
with pajamas.
No, I guess not -acord her with a slight blush
on her cheeks. So what do you want?.
-A You've stretched the hand and clutched at
His wrist. You're coming with me!.
Oh, no ... no! I can not go. I mean I do not
understand ... I just hate that sort of thing.
Hospitals make me sick.
-even So!
Believe me, now you're in good hands' I Said
anxiously trying to wriggle out of His hand. I
really do not need. I only bother.
Harriet was perfectly aware That for
ambulance staff and police she Seemed a ruthless,
but did not care if it meant escape from Having to
go to hospital With Finn.
You're coming with me, like it or not, 'I Said,
squeezing tighter wrist as I turned His face Toward
the two policas.- I'm taking with me, okay?. You
Already have your address and keys are Placed in
the car in case you need to move it.
Yeah, sure. No problem.
What do you think if I notice some of your
family?. Or maybe someone from work. In fact,
I'm sure you'd prefer to Have at your side to one of

These stunning blonde girlfriends yours, so why

not call someone and ...?.
I -Olvdalo! I muttered without releasing.
But ... but ... just do not Understand she cried
in a high, quavering voice trying to Explain the
rub. Because I'm Not Being selfish. Really, I have
actual phobia of hospitals!
The ambulance ride was a nightmare.
Harriet tried to Explain That When Finn
Suffered a childhood disease HAD HAD That
intrigued to Local doctors, Had Been in hospital
for two weeks. And, Although I was only seven at
the time, still Remembered in vivid detail the
painful needles and nasty potions That only I HAD
put more feeling sick and desperate loneliness.
. That was in the bad old days, of course Now
you can visit anyone in hospital at any time, but I
just saw my parents twice while I was in That
awful place - I continued as I lay there in silence
beside her. And even now, if I close my eyes, I still
feel the horrible smell of disinfectant soap, Which
Seemed to float around. esta Victorian building
like a black cloud. Honestly, Finn added anxiously.
I'm not kidding. Hospitals make me very ill.
I hope Things Have Changed Finn muttered
without bothering to open His eyes as if I was not
interested in listening to Their problems.

What was perfectly understandable, of course.

Not only Because the man was Suffering severe
pain, but Because She Had Been the cause of His
situation. So it was not surprising Demonstrate
That not one iota of sympathy for her.
"I do not care ... I walk you to the emergency
room, I will make sure Properly Attend That and
Then I'm out," she promised herself When the
ambulance finally stopped.
Following the stretcher Finn, I have found
himself assailed by Countless questions. What is
the name?. Date of birth?. Blood?.
LEADERSHIP & phone number of your primary
care?.
I'm afraid I can not give information Because
That hardly know.
Ah, then a you are not his girlfriend?.
-Desde Course not! Finn roared. She's just
The Girl Who Said cruelly hit me before giving the
nurse the data I needed.
Not Need you to show me as Public Enemy
Number One, 'she whispered in a cubicle while
waiting for him to show the doctor. Now everyone
Seems to believe That I have tried to run it on
purpose.

All nurses Who Had eat to take temperature

and make sure I was comfortable I HAD
Approached Harriet looks grim.
Now, Mr. Maclean, I'm afraid I'll Have to cut
off the leg of the pants' Said a nurse to go with
scissors.
-it's Okay. Further've Finn replied with a
charming smile That made her blush even tired
young uniform.
Harriet, from her other end of the room,
looked embarrassed to be so weak from not Being
reliable to endure watching the wounded look.
-Give Esta Happened That was one of my
favorite costumes Finn 'I Said accusingly Clearly
irritated by His Inability to stand the sight of
blood.
-I Am so sorry.
-Don't Worry. I just intend to discount the
price of a new suit of next month's rent.
I suppose it's only fair Accepted sighed but
she needed only to look at His jacket, hung from
the door to understanding the garment tailored
HAD cost Hundreds of pounds.
And that's not all have resentful continued. It
will be the bill for a new suit, a huge bill for the
repair of my car and the other car and ...

All right, all right. I've heard! - She murmured

grim.
And do not forget my part to injuries. Neither
the long bill for lost profits.
-Perdida Profit?.
Oh Yeah! I cast a caustic laugh. Believe me,
that's going to be huge.
It was obvious That Finn was trying to
provoke it on purpose. Probably to Take His mind
off the pain I was Suffering, Harriet Said Firmly.
So it made no sense to enter the cloth,
whatever I Gave one at that time. All I Had to do
was kept very cold and calm until, and take him to
fix the broken bone and then a guilty conscience
Could not go.
'Actually, it would not surprise me That end
the bill ascended to several thousand pounds' Said
Finn with a harsh coldness.
-All Right. We'll talk later About That She
Said He Could as calmly as before trying to
change the subject. But If you have to lie low for a
while, at Least You Can enjoy sitting in the
garden.
'You're obsessed. That damn garden! - He
growled irritably, so I would rather Have to sell
your house to pay debts.
-Vender My house?.

Harriet Looked at him in horror.

And how if you will not get the money? -. He
murmured before launching a groan When the
nurse forced him to move His leg Furthermore it is
only poetic justice, Because You Should
habrmela sold first.
Look, I know you Have aches and probably
can not Avoid trying to download me, but let's
Clarify Firmly She Said one thing. I'll never let lay
hands on my house!
I launched into a cruel laugh.
Not be like other choice when you 're broke
and I'm your biggest creditor.
Of -Antes paying a single penny I hanged. Harriet finally exploded forgetting His decision . If
You Had not Screamed like crazy and you'd hit the
ceiling, would Never Have Lost Control of the
damn car That All This shows the accident was
your fault. You're a wild!.
The nurse Looked up from His leg and
Looked With An expression of surprise That
Instantly Harriet was ashamed.
Oh, God! Why man always got the worst of
it?., Harriet Wondered dejected. He Had spoken
with a brutality That was not like her, Who Had
never consciously hurt anyone in his life.

-What ... Sorry muttered helplessly. But it

Seemed That Were sorry accusing me of hit on
purpose. And you must know That simply is not
true.
Yeah, well ... Clearly it was an accident
ADMITTED him wince When the nurse took off
the cloth carefully. But it will not be a party
Exactly spend all day on crutches for the next
month or more.
'But still do not know if you have any
available broken leg! It could be a sprain.
-Ya Could be so lucky!.
Unfortunately, all Hopes dashed Were When
Harriet finally meat the doctor.
Yes, I am afraid That Is broken. Looks like a
clean break, but do an x-ray to be sure. After've
Announced escayolaremos leg before looking at
Harriet. Do you feel well?. I see a little green.
No ... not stand hospitals fine. His leg looks
awful Harriet muttered desperately trying not to
look at His leg now Completely exposed to view.
Oh, that's nothing! I Laughed the doctor. Here
things are much worse.
That's what scares me she murmured trying to
curb nausea.
When the Doctor and nurses meat to organize
the transfer of the patient to X-ray room, Finn

Asked him to pass the American hanging on the

door.
Just wanted to make sure ... she whispered
When Harriet's pace. God knows how soon this!
So I'll ask you expect me to see how things turn
out.
Looking down Towards the long figure of
Finn, Harriet Noticed signs of pain and exhaustion
in His handsome face, pale and collapsed.
... I'm so sorry-what murmured Unable to
keep her eyes filled with tears. If You Had not
tried to move your car, esta would Have Never
Happened. Was all my fault. So ..., Although I can
not Afford to pay a private nurse, really I'll do
what I can to take care of myself.
Do you know anything medical or nursing?.
No ... I'm afraid not. But as you probably
Retain here a few days, I can take care When you
get home. Surely you'll feel better by then. And ...
if you still unavailable pain, maybe give us some
painkillers in the hospital.
Finn Looked at her silently for a moment.
It's a very kind offer, Harriet Said finally. So
now my turn to apologize. I Should not Have Been
so rude and Have downloaded my frustration with
you ADMITTED with a deep sigh seeing the
expression softening Harriet rueful face.

Then His fingers slid into her long red hair

and pulled her close.
'I can not allow myself to cry over Said gently
lifting the edge of the sheet to wipe a tear.
I thought you HAD women crying all the time
she managed to tease her with a smile.
No, not lately Finn Said gently pulling her by
the hair Until His lips Were Almost rozndose-.
And while it's not my birthday, I think I deserve a
kiss for good luck.
The raucous joking tone of His voice Seemed
strangely rumble in the ears of Harriet. Almost in
slow motion, frame by frame, the firm outline of
His mouth possessed her trembling lips to the soft
opening them pleasure. And then a, as I have
raised His other And Also hand buried in her hair
holding her captive, found Harriet sexy
Surrendered to the excitement of His deep kiss.
It was a blow, the door opened, Which broke
the magic spell and returned to reality.
Stunned and shaken, Harriet Looked up to see
Instantly get a stretcher carried interest by a
concierge.
Oh, God! she moaned deeply flushed.
I've Reached Quickly and away the red
strands of the face, the concierge thought Waited
just HAD Been stretching the sheets of the patient.

-Reljate! It's just a kiss Finn muttered With

His bright blue eyes of fun.
Looks like that's your eternal litany she
murmured ashamed of Having Been a victim once
again on the fatal attraction of the man.
Trying to stand aside while the nurse and
concierge Finn Moved to the gurney, I felt a jolt
When Finn Grabbed her wrist to start moving.
Oh, no! The truth is I do not think ... - I
murmured as I Looked unceremoniously Dragged
Down the hallway.
-it's A shame! I've Said with a hoarse laugh.
Because I Decided, dear Harriet Accompany me
you will THROUGHOUT the process.
He pressed Against the wall of the elevator on
the way to the living rays, tried to make sense of
the situation in Which have found himself.
What the hell would Have Been thinking?.
How would let him kiss her a second time?. And in
the emergency room of a hospital, to add insult to
injury! Okay, she felt sorry for the poor man and
felt guilty conscience Also HAD , but Have not
even protested When He Had kissed her?. Had I
gone crazy or what?.
Much later, sitting on a plastic chair, Harriet
took a deep breath and leaned forward to bury His
face in His hands. It had never Happened

mortification and embarrassment of the previous

two hours.
The process of X-rays Average User HAD
Because They Had a problem Average User
allowed to enter the room of radiation, but Finn
HAD insisted on Being present while in a cast and
when to the Doctor HAD just started work, she
Had to run to vomiting That HAD into a bucket
left to nurse.
I'm sorry ... I'm so sorry ... There was
murmured HAD When the nurse pointed out the
Nearest service.
After splashing water on her face, She Had
Looked up to look in the mirror.
Blinking at the pale image of His reflection, I
HAD tried not to think about the terrible pain
inflicted unintentionally I HAD Finn. And to
Increase His humiliation, now everyone Knew it
was more cowardly than a mouse. With the
Completely upset stomach, did not Having
remember felt more wretched in his life.
With a deep sigh, have now stretched in the
chair. Having been a while sitting in the hallway
Seemed That the stomach HAD calmed him a
little.

She Had Heard stories of hard Men Who

fainted at the sight of a needle, but women never
behave like that pathetic.
He plunged into His Dark thoughts, soon
enterase That a nurse was calling her by name and
saying That I Could meet Mr. Maclean.
By entering cautiously into the small room
with glass cabinets Filled With diabolical
instruments, saw Finn's leg was plastered
Completely from thigh to ankle. The two nurses
Who Had just completed the job You Were
smiling and obviously enjoying his company.
Well, well! If the "nurse" Wentworth finally!
Finn've Announced sarcastically. Do you feel
better?.
Yeah ... uh ... much better. Just wanted you to
know that ... I'm so sorry. I honestly did not want
to leave you.
I hope not pretend to get bad again.
No, of course not! I was just trying to
apologize for ... well, for not Being reliable to bear
the sight of it ...
I shook hands pointing the walls.
Well, can not say I did not advirtieras in the
ambulance.
Then the Doctor meat into the room.

-All Right. We'll let the plaster dry and then a

give you crutches.
-Muletas? Harriet exclaimed in surprise. Not
going to get him in bed and suspend the leg?.
Holy 'God, no! Needless anything like that.
-OK. So, how long stay in the hospital?.
The Doctor shrugged.
I think we'd better wait an hour for the plaster
to dry thoroughly and then a can go home.
-Volver Home? Harriet Repeated stunned
before launching a cry of horror. But ... but can
not! He is sick! It can and throw it into the street.
I'm fine, 'Said Finn -. In fact ...
No, you're not! Harriet exclaimed
emphatically. Obviously you need professional
care.
The Doctor shook His head.
'It was a relativamente single breakage. Now
That Mr. Maclean is a cast, and can go home.
Nonsense! Clearly I should stay in the
hospital.
I'm fine Finn Repeated irritably.
I'm sorry-Dr shrugged. There is simply no
free beds.
But You Have to keep it here! pleaded
Harriet. I will not be able ... I mean, lowest is ill.

He needs someone to look after him. Please do not

send him home.
The Doctor meat and slapped him on the
back.
-Relax. It's just a broken leg. Before long I
will walk with crutches without difficulty, and
you'll see.
-I Am fine! With Finn muttered angrily
Clearly tired of discussion about it.
If you say you're okay eleven more, I'll
strangle Harriet yelled before turning back to the
doctor. You Do not Understand! I can not take
care. I mean, I'm not a nurse. I do not know what I
Have to do.
'No need to worry She tried to calm the
doctor. With a little practice, you'll soon manage
alone for most things, May, Although at first you
need some help to dress and undress.
'What the hell does that mean? Harriet
Looked at him in horror. I undress?. Are you
crazy? I added, pointing a finger at Finn. He did
not expect me to remove Clothing that man, right?.
There was silence in the Doctor Looked at her
in amazement before Finn broke him With
thunderous laughter.
It's absolutely unique, right? I Said to another
man with trembling shoulders of laughter.

Can -Ya stop laughing now! Do not think

that's any fun.
Yes, Nurse! Finn muttered softly before
breaking into laughter again With powerful
laughter.
Chapter 5
When the cab stopped at a light, Harriet
leaned back Against the seat and closed His eyes.
Certainly it was one of the MOST stressful
days of His life. He Had Been forced not only to
Wait Until the plaster dried, They Had to fill in all
kinds of forms in triplicate. Not to mention the
wait to find crutches Finn size. But finally, They
Had now left the hospital With His smell of
disinfectant.
A slight movement to His side Reminded him
That I was not alone.
Opening His Eyes, looked bare fingers poking
over the edge of the plaster supported in the jump
seat of the London cab seats four. There was no
Doubt That Finn had a very long legs. It had taken
many Struggles to put it in the car.
Turning her head, Harriet Looked At His
profile silhouetted Against the light of the street
lamps. His Eyes Were closed and long lashes
shadowed her cheeks.

It was crazy, of course, but Finn Had to admit

That was terribly attractive. Unfortunately, I was
well aware of her charms and was Also Knew That
clear them for your own convenience.
I HAD every one of the nurses cared Who
Had Their hands for eating in. Not only pampered
and cared HAD They Had nauseam but even
gotten her a cup of tea really rather unpleasant
concoction That She Had to get out of the
machine.
Tired of care That was Finn Receiving,
Harriet HAD managed to ask a nurse for how long
the cast.
-not Much. About six weeks.
-Seis Weeks? There was moaning her.
Closing His Eyes again, leaned back in His
seat more. , Although I HAD to look after Finn
offered Preferred Could not do it for six long
weeks. Would Have to find a solution and fast.
Maybe a private nurse?. But still Remained the
problem of what I would do With Finn That Night.
It was not just upload it to your apartment, Which
was acerca to be quite complicated, but what you
do With It after That worried him. For if the first
few weeks of Having Been In His House Were
symptom of something, it would pass up and down
the stairs the clock.

"Never mind," she assured herself decisively.

With a little luck Could you put him to bed on
arrival and the next day seek the solution.
I turned back and saw That I was watching
with half-closed lids.
-Finn?.
-Hum?.
I was wondering ... Well, I think When we get
home You should get you straight to bed. What do
you think?.
I raised an eyebrow.
'That sounds interesting! And what esta
sudden interest you owe on my sleeping habits?.
Did you Assaulted excitement at seeing my bare
legs?.
'Do not be ridiculous! Hatiet exclaimed
nervously glancing at the cabbie. I mean to sleep.
That sounds very boring. Prefer your previous
suggestion!
Suggested -Yo I have not anything!
I'm not used to make me propositions That
Way Finn continued ignoring her protest. But if
this is how the ladies of Notting Hill behave, who
am I to argue?.
Oh, shut up! Harriet whispered angrily before
you reach out and Firmly close the partition That
separated the driver.

'Unfortunately, I'm having to turn your

attractive offer. I have other plans Said raising His
hand to look at His watch. I hope That His
appointment ...
Be -Debes kidding! Harriet Looked at him in
amazement. You can not expect really ... Do That
sort of thing?. After what you ve been-through
tonight?.
Do what kind of thing?.
Well ... you know Harriet shifted
uncomfortably in her seat. Eh ... make love.
Laughed Finn hoarse.
'Of course it would be a good way to
highlight the boredom of Being stuck in esta cast.
Looked Harriet incredulous.
-Simplemente I can not believe you're
thinking sex tonight!.
'But it was not! I replied sarcastically. That
was your suggestion.
-What?.
I only Referred me to the appointment with
my secretary.
'And ...?.
Well the lady is middle-aged and incidentally,
only brought` me to sign some papers I turned
bright With His Eyes amusement. Honestly, I think
a good scare would if listening to your suggestion.

An assumption of Natural -Era most! Harriet

Said with a shrug. After all, with a reputation like
yours, anything is possible.
Finn Laughed.
Did you mean -No I Know reputation! Is it
bad?.
-No Could be worse! 'she replied curtly
before turning to look out the window.
How she Could Have forgotten how much I
disliked the man?. To a question as naturally HAD
brought` him twice rough sense.
His anger I grew as she Heard him launch
another laugh.
I thought I would be bored to death During
the coming weeks. However, with the prospect of
hearing your views acerca men, life and sex in
Notting Hill, I have the feeling That They are
going to be very educational.
Saved from not Having to answer, Harriet
was relieved When bent Towards Lansdowne
Gardens. He leaned forward to give instructions to
the driver.
After jumping out of the cab and pay the fee,
to help Finn turned angrily waving note shoulders
of laughter.
"You wipe that smile off your face if it's the
last thing I do," she vowed silently.

However, I soon Realized I Would Have to

wait to do it Because she and the driver Were
Having great difficulty out of the car.
Unfortunately, Their Efforts Helped
ultimately from little scarlet blanket.
As in the hospital I HAD pulled His pants
stained with blood and cut, Harriet steadfastly
refused HAD to come home in His underwear. But
the thick blanket That HAD Been tied around the
waist kept rolled up and disturb while trying to get
His long body more rigid cast of the vehicle.
Oh! When Finn groaned broken leg hit the
door.
I'm sorry Harriet gasped pulling His jacket
and tie the pavement as she and the driver Were
busy out.
What are you doing with my clothes? Finn
shouted.
Oh, for God blessed! Stop complaining 'She
Said impatiently. If you do not behave, I'll leave
you in the cab all night.
No, not make commented grumpy cab driver
giving a strong pull the other leg Until Finn got out
of the car like a cork from a bottle.
-There! With Harriet sighed relief. It was not
so bad, right?.

'Have you gone mad? I growled furiously

indignant Clearly Finn for finishing sitting on the
floor.
And his anger was rising When looking at the
driver and the beautiful redhead trying not to
laugh.
Finally getting put in place to Finn, the driver
ran her crutches and got into the cab after saying:
Good luck, Miss.
Harriet picked up His jacket and tie and ran
up the steps to the front door.
Needless -No you know Such a hurry! Finn
shouted as she left the door open.
'That's what you think! she murmured
awkwardly dark watching Finn Moved to stop at
the foot of the steps.
Damn!
What's the problem now? she wailed.
It's this blanket. Nags me all the time. And
I'm having a hell balance.
Come on, are just a few steps, after all.
-Ya I'd like to see you try! I mumbled him
with a frown.
-it's Okay. You better take a hand - she
sighed down the stairs, withdrawing a crutch to
support it against the pillar and wrapping an arm
around her waist.

'God saint! You must weigh a ton muttered as

if holding all the weight of Finn As They Climbed
the steps.
'Stop complaining! I mimicked him His words
before.
'Be careful what you say or they'll leave here
out the rest of the night! For God's sake! Have a
crutch in hand. Why not use it before you break
my back? I've added breathlessly to reach the top
of the steps.
Perhaps I felt dizzy With exhaustion, but for
some strange reason, I found Harriet Could not
look away from the dark arm hair That was on the
shoulder and his fingers Against Her soft brown
skin.
Suddenly I Assaulted the memories of Those
strong warm fingers sliding down her trembling
body to draw her to him before giving devastating
That kiss the night of his birthday. Long fingers
That same day Were buried in His Hair to Attract
her trembling lips to His firm and male and ...
Are you all right? Finn Asked, frowning as I
turned and saw the paralyzed girl and staring into
space.
Inspired Harriet Quickly and shook His head
at those stupid thoughts.

How Could I have forgotten even for a

moment esta That was the hand of Finn Maclean,
Sophie as the Man Who Was known as the biggest
Casanova Notting Hill?.
Oh Yeah! Sophie HAD Said a few days ago
to talk acerca him. It has a devastating appeal
Should put a sign That it is not safe to Travel with
him in a taxi.
In fact, after seeing the effect I HAD
produced the nurses of the hospital, Harriet Did
you mean trouble believing the stories circulating
acerca him.
Besides, what HAD Happened to her just by
looking at?. She was a sensible and reasonable
woman DESPITE Normally not trust an inch in
man, Had met twice caught in a deadly spell.
Well, I did not just intend to be a more than
His harem! So the sooner I got rid of it better. But
the truth Was That He Had to admit That He Had
Moved since back home a few weeks ago, His life
was a complete mess. To be honest, it was an
absolute pain of childbirth.
With a heavy sigh, Harriet Told him to stand
still as I Reached the other crutch and passed to see
it move awkwardly down the hall.
What I needed was a strict middle-aged nurse.
Or maybe an outdated nanny Who Did not go

wrong and Their dance to tune. Taking Mental

note to call the next day to some agencies, saw him
lean Against the Wall at the foot of the Unable to
face up stairs to the second floor.
DESPITE Knowing it was a silly, Suddenly
could not help but feel sorry for him, now Seemed
totally exhausted.
-OK! I cast a heavy sigh. You can spend the
night in my room Unable to forget guests Said it
was all the fault of hers. I'll help you practice how
to climb stairs morning.
You've got to help me, Sophie. Believe me,
I'm desperate.
All right, all right. Calm down, 'Said the other
girl quickly. I'm sure it will not be as bad as you
think.
'It's worse! Much worse Harriet moaned
softly. Just Do not Understand the problem.
Sophie Gave an audible sigh over the phone.
-I'm Trying. I am sincerely trying but you're
not making much sense. From what I Understood,
Finn Maclean's broken leg and is staying in your
apartment.
-Vaya! At last. And That is the problem and
understand.
'I do not understand Seems to me an absolute
blessing!.

I's far from Being a blessing whispered

Harriet muttered. That damn man is driving me
crazy Completely. I have more Average User
exhausted in my life. Someone has to help me!
-OK.Calm down. And by the way, why are
you whispering?.
Because insisted installed at home upstairs in
my room. I do not want to hear esta conversation.
Sophie Laughed.
'How lucky you are! There Must Be
Thousands of women in London Who would give
right arm to Have Their Finn Maclean In His bed.
'Well, as you take them! Harriet exploded
angrily. I have not slept all night. Sincerely,
Sophie, I spent the night up and down the stairs
like a fucking yo-yo. So someone has to help me
or I'll go crazy completely. Please, can you not
come to me out?.
'You know I would if I Could, but I'm trapped
all day in the office. And then a I have to go home
to pack in a hurry to leave for the airport tonight. I
leave for France With Rodney, remember?.
Then there are people -Desde lucky! wailed
Harriet with envy.
'What about Trish?.
'I've tried calling. Unfortunately, You have to
go to an antique auction in northern England and

not return Until three days. And none of my other

friends Have time.
Well, what about row brides Finn?. Surely
more than one will be happy to take it off your
hands.
That's the first thing I thought, but
unfortunately not That convinces him it is the best
solution.
Oh, come on! Sophie Laughed. Well If That
man is immovable, all you Have to do is upload
your apartment search your calendar and start
calling girls. To me it Seems very easy.
'It's not so easy When That damn man has
kept in her purse at hand and not let go for a
second. So if you think of another idea I'd love to
hear it.
Well, one at that very moment, but ..
And Besides Finn got a lot of problems. Not
only do I have to watch the workers and I HAD to
convinces my mother not to eat, why do you think
I would think if I found a strange man in my bed?.
. Do not be ridiculous, Harriet As your mother
Finds out how rich I have is, will be happy to
dismiss George and welcome Sophie Finn've
Laughed -. And by the way, how is George?.
Harriet groaned.

-No You ask me! When I got home last night

I found a message on His voice mail. It Seems
That arrives in New York tomorrow and you want
me to dinner. Believe me, it will not be very happy
When I Finds out Finn's in my bed.
Oh, honey! Sophie muttered before break out
laughing.
Is -No fun!.
-I'm Sorry.I shouldnt laugh, but it's fun to
death. I wish I could be there to see the face of
George bored with eyes wide to find Finn in your
bed.
Thank you, friend. For anything I snapped
angrily before hanging Harriet shut.
What the hell Happened to female solidarity?.
And if He Could not trust her to help her oldest
friend in Whom He Could trust?. Certainly not in
Their GP.
-Necesito A break! pleaded after Insisting I
was going to visit a patient Who Had dropped
unexpectedly. Unable to organize for entry into a
nursing home a few weeks?.
But Dr. Morris HAD just shaken His head
and Smiled.
-A Man That nothing bad happens apart from
a broken leg. A few days off to recover from the
trauma and ..

What trauma?. I who am traumatized! He

Keeps asking me things shook His head faintly. Is
there nothing I can do?.
Yes, I admit it looks a bit hyperactive There
was Agreed as Doctor've Reached the slowlyprescription. It prescribes a sedative May for one
or two days. It Might help calm him and accept
His accident.
With a sigh, Harriet Recognized, it was better
than nothing but the word hyperactive not start or
define the character of the man above.
From the moment That HAD Settled In His
room the day before, Had Been a continual
nuisance.
I Remember That was a wonderful room esta
Said leaning on crutches for a look around the
room I see you've Become a seating area.
She nodded passing in front of it to open the
sliding doors of the small kitchen.
And I put a spiral staircase That overlooks the
old drawing room with balcony overlooking the
garden with a gesture Said Toward the other end of
the room. But I have a pretty large guest room
Also office use.
Then I opened the door of the large room
facing the street.

Finn nodded only aspect of exhaustion and

Walked past her to collapse in the long bed.
Oh, God . This is much better There was
moan of relief And now, if not too much trouble,
nurse Wentworth, I really sit well with a drink:
What do you want?. A glass of water?. Or
maybe a nice cup of tea?.
Very friendly but I was thinking of something
stronger.
Well ... I have a bottle of whiskey.
-De Great!.
But ... what about painkillers That Have
Given you in the hospital?. Surely you shouldnt
Mix with alcohol.
-Me A damn! Said up on one elbow to look
at her angrily. I need a drink now.
All right, ACCORDING she murmured
before going to the kitchen.
Almost I was sure That They really shouldnt
take any hard liquor With The pills, but was too
tired of the situation to discuss.
I returned with a watered down whiskey,
handed the glass and felt faint to See How They
hurried in one gulp.
-Thx.I think I'll Have Another. And This
Time I did not fill with water.

Harriet glared at him a moment Refusing to

intimidate her.
With all of the hospital's tea whiskeys, I'm
surprised you do not worry acerca Having to run to
the bathroom all night. , Although not have any to
worry acerca running, right?. That is why
Precisely, for someone without practice with
Crutches, I think you're acting like a fool.
Well, You May Be Right In That I
ADMITTED it slowly. Nearest Where is the
bathroom?.
Just in the left, next to the front door in the
hallway.
-Hum?. And is it not a little uncomfortable
for guests?.
Well, so far I have not Had many ..
Finn Laughed.
I'm not surprised With The bed You Have - I
murmured lie bouncing on the hard mattress before
you lie down and close your eyes.
'That is called thanks!.
'What about yours? I Asked, ignoring His
comment. Do you have a bathroom closer?.
'That is out of question. Especially since my
room is upstairs. And yes, You Have the bathroom
inside.

-Estupendo! Finn sat back on His elbow.

Well, it's clear that's where i'll sleep tonight.
-not Way!.
Oh Yeah! Of course it is as I sat Said Firmly
With significant difficulty.
'But ... but you can not stay in my room! she
wailed. It's bad enough to Have to put you to stay
here with me. Why Would Have to leave my
room?.
Well, of course not have any to, UNLESS you
do not mind Having to get up in the middle of the
night to help me get to the bathroom. Or you have
any available May bedpan somewhere.
-Una ... A bedpan?.
I nodded.
And it will not be pleasant for you, but that's
your problem, nurse Wentworth. By the way, I
hope you have any available bell to call you. Or
maybe you're a light sleeper?.
Harriet glared at him. Never in his life HAD I
crossed with a madman like Finn. Absolutely
never!
-it's Okay! I sighed helplessly. I guess I have
no choice. But only'll use my room tonight I
Warned darkly. You definitely will go up to your
apartment tomorrow. Even if You Have to climb
Dragged!.

'Of course, your attentions to the patient

leaves much to be Desired, nurse. This is no way
to treat a sick man!.
Nonsense! You're not sick. The Dr. Said
you're moving without difficulty once. And, can
you stop calling Nurse?. I do not find anything
funny.
For When I got up to help Finn short flight of
stairs to the great room above His hall below,
Harriet was Completely exhausted. And Finn
Seemed in better shape either. In fact, if not
Remained so caustic, Would Have felt sorry for
him, When I thought I saw the man lying on the
bed exhausted.
-Do You feel OK? I Asked softly.
Um ... I murmured gliding relief on the soft
cushions.
If you feel good, then a I will go to your
apartment to fetch the bag of toiletries and
pajamas.
I thought You Had Already Said That I am
not one to wear pajamas.
Well, what then a, what do you wear to
sleep?. A nightgown?.
-Desde Course not! Do not put anything!
Looked Harriet incredulous.

Absolutely nothing?. Well, you'll Have to

get something, because i'm not ready for you
walking around my house naked.
I -Olvdalo! Firmly Said Finn. Real men do
not wear pajamas and have no intention of
changing my habits of a lifetime to spare your
pathetic sensitivity.
-Pues Got news for you! she snapped angrily
before leaving the bathroom and returned With Its
pink-gown. Or you wear esta or you'll get in
trouble.
-Problemas?.
Finn Looked up and Smiled.
Trouble, -asegur Important Firmly it. I will
not hold it in anymore nonsense, Finn. Or you
wear robe esta When you get out of bed or close
the door of the bathroom. And I did not even try to
argue, okay?.
I stared intently for a moment before
shrugging.
-OK. When I know I have overcome.
Ha! And I believe it!.
'I do not care,' I Said with a smile. Anyway, I
do not understand how a woman with orange hair
can put a pink robe.
What do you say? she Asked dangerous tone.

But Finn, lowest was not a fool, forded the

chasm before him.
I escaped me. In fact, I've Always Been
driven mad your hair. Reminds me of the
mountains in autumn, the fiery glow of the setting
sun or Perhaps even ..
But Harriet, lowest was unwilling to hear
more nonsense, just Gave him a look of disgust
before leaving the room.
Having DESPITE the bathroom just steps
from the bed, Finn tried to disturb as possible
overnight.
His constant requests for water, aspirin,
something to read ... the list was endless. And I
HAD HAD even the courage to make Unnecessary
comments acerca His night attire.
Why do you wear anti-lust That So? Asked to
see her long nightgown cotton-. To your boyfriend
you'll eat nothing With It!
Your business -Mtete! 've exploded she not
only angry With Finn, but for herself With Having
left the room so hasty To have forgotten her robe.
Well, if I have to be here, lying on my bed of
pain, at Least You Could bother to wear
Something That Encouraged me as she continued
Finn served a glass of water. Especially Knowing

as I do, then a kiss my birthday, You Have a great

figure hidden under That monstrosity.
Why do not you shut up? she mumbled
resentful and blushing.
Posing the glass on the table, did His Best to
avoid hearing the ironic laughter That echoed
behind her to leave the room with as much dignity
as I Could.
Between one thing and another, Had Been
Unable to sleep a wink all night and just When I
HAD fallen asleep Towards six o'clock, the arrival
of Secretary of Finn, two hours later, That was the
straw broke the camel.
However, the sedative That the Doctor
prescribed HAD Seemed to keep him quiet for a
while, I thought as I Climbed grateful Harriet
orange juice. With a little luck, It Could take a nap
in the afternoon.
In fact, the delicious idea to lie in the rocking
chair garden was all that kept standing, I thought
as I opened the door of His room.
But I need not have any bothered to make no
noise, Because Finn was sitting and Completely
awake.
Dr. Morris thought I Said You Had taken a
sedative to pose the tray on the table.

-No I like to take that sort of thing! I see no

sense.
-El Sense, If That Interests you, is that you
're hyper and I need a break! she Explained her
trying to look away from His wonderful tan torso.
'That, my dear Harriet, is The most sensible
suggestion I've heard all day.
Then I Laughed and Grabbed her arm to draw
her to bed to himself.
Chapter 6
'Of God blessed! Let me go!Harriet protested
trying to escape His iron grip. Unfortunately, the
more twisted and pulled, it was more Deemed
With The sheet and comforter revolt.
Ah! Let me go!
Excuse me?. I have not understood. What do
you say? I Asked, smiling at the gasps of anger
and agitation Harriet arms and legs to break free
from the sheet.
... I Said 'I gasped When she finally managed
to eat to the surface from a network cloud
disheveled hair pulled back from her face. I Said
let me go. Ya!.
Now, Harriet, calm down. No need to get so
excited I muttered shaking shoulders of fun still
holding his arm.

'I'm not excited! I replied angrily. I'm just sick

of Having to swallow esta hassle and ... and ... I
have better things to do than waste time fooling
around with you.
I'm sure I've softened -the pulling her Toward
him, But Surely can spend a few minutes of your
valuable time to a helpless invalid, right?.
'You're not much less helpless invalid. For
example, I've Noticed that you 've managed to
shave without help I added, looking so smooth
chin. And by the way, what have you used?. My
razor?.
I knew you would not mind I Smiled. After
all, no girl likes to kiss a man with skin like a
hedgehog, right?.
Harriet launched into caustic laugh.
Oh My God! Is that you've Also bruised the
head or what?. Has it Occurred to You That Might
there be some woman who does not like you at
all?.
Well, let's see him pressing her lips murmured
to Contain the laughter. It was my elementary
teacher, of course. The Miss Wallace was an old
maid and Certainly Could not stand me. I've
Always Said I was the meanest kid in school!.
'Well by Wallace Miss! Harriet muttered dark
before attempting to common sense to the

situation. Come on, Finn. Please be sensible. What

sense does play in Original silly games?.
I do not fool the I catalogara I murmured
gently pulling her bare Against His chest.
The slight mocking tone of His voice was as
disturbing as the strength of His arms close around
her. And as for the wonderful honeyed skin over
His strong arms, broad shoulders and muscular
torso, lightly sprinkled with black hair ... You
Have to make an effort to Avoid the temptation to
slide your fingers For That superb body, with
drunken senses That erotic nude for male skin.
As always, When it was close to the man,
Harriet was trapped in the sticky web of sex
appeal. Knowing too well DESPITE any contact
With Him That was fatal for her, She Could not
stop shaking and watch her sexy face haunted
When His lips curved in a sultry smile.
The gleam of amusement in His blue eyes
strangely altered Seemed To Become dull and
misty, what contracted the stomach. Like a moth
drawn helplessly by the flame, Harriet was Unable
to launch any protest When the dark head down to
hers, forced to answer-With to force That erased
all sense of caution.
"Oh, God! We go again! "Was the last
coherent thought as I felt Harriet drowned in

vibrant waves That deep sea. A jolt of desire

Seemed to tear the body When Their kiss deepened
and clung to her bare shoulders blind fiery and
passionate as I answered the teacher invasion of
His tongue.
Was it really His voice That softly moaned as
His mouth left hers to slide a trail of kisses down
her white throat?. The warmth of her soft kisses
him shiver of pleasure all over the skin without
Being reliable to help and Trembled His lips When
Were in the hollow of His throat.
Harriet HAD Slightest not the intention of
preventative him unbutton the buttons on her
summer dress and rubbed the warm roundness of
her breasts, now fully exposed to view.
-A Wonderful ... so soft as velvet skin ... I
murmured thickly sharply away a pillow to lure
urgently to him.
The sound of His voice in the silence of the
room and dry feel of a hard object Against His
Harriet returned back to the harsh reality.
Oh, no! cried face flushed as she
embarrassment With tried to sit up.
-Reljate Heart! I muttered hoarsely. It was
just a kiss.
... 'That's what you always say she moaned
before leaving hurried out of bed.

I frantically adjusting his clothes, I have

found himself staring That HAD lacquer box
pressed Against His back.
What ... what are you doing in my bed That? I
murmured with a frown of amazement still reeling
from the effects of sexual Encounter with Finn.
And then a When I got back together, Harriet
felt a violent blush of shame.
Oh My goodness! horrified moaned grabbing
the box and opening it to reveal a stack of
envelopes tied with a TAPE. You ... you ve been
reading my letters of love!.
Well, what else Could I do?. Here there are
no books, magazines or TV. In fact i had
absolutely nothing to distract me.
How ... how dare you?.
Not Need you mad at you so I shrugged as
she watched him trembling with rage. The truth is
That I found very boring. Harriet, I think you ve
been dating stunned class.
'But ... but Were private letters! cried totally
shocked by His behavior.
-Una Trash! Especially that guy WHO
signed your devoted admirer, George, lowest
obviously knows nothing acerca seducing a girl.
Frankly, heart, that guy is a complete waste of

time. If I were you, I'd get rid of it ASAP and burn

your letters.
Well, but you're not. And of course I'm not
your heart! cried Practically shaking with rage.
And what's more, from now on you can fend for
yourself Already Because I will not lift a finger to
help.
Calm down, Harriet! No need to overdo it
That Way murmured softly.
-What No?. Well, now you can rot in hell,
you bastard! I shouted before turning around and
going out with a loud bang behind him.
, Although I HAD just shaken His head in
astonishment as the crazed girl, Harriet, Had left
the room like a whirlwind, Finn soon Realized
That what I've done HAD HAD seriously upset.
-Mujeres! I muttered to stir again a small bell
Harriet HAD That left him the night before.
But as much as touched the bell and shouted,
answered only dead silence.
What the hell Happened To That silly?. Why
the fuss over extremely boring letters?. If They
Had some explicit sexual content detail of passion,
understand. But Those Guys complete Seemed
useless! In fact, why Such an attractive girl like
Harriet HAD endured , was incomprehensible.

On the other hand ... I leaned back Against

the soft cushions and I recalled ITS delicious soft
lips, Those Wonderful firm breasts and shaking
figure in His arms and I HAD to admit I liked not
to have too much competition.
For the next hour, Finn meat To Understand
That not only was bored lying there, but I missed
Harriet so terrible.
Despite The short time I HAD spent With
That unpredictable and juicy woman, Had Been
arguing and no wonder, Because: sometimes it was
maddening, Had to admit That was very different
from the girls I Went Normally. And the fact find
sexually attractive was a reason why Should she be
with him and not growling furiously down.
However, over the long hours and the arrival
of the Afternoon with no trace of her, I was forced
to admit That I HAD gotten only in the kennel.
And, Although It Might Have had some weak
excuse for behavior his, a sleepless night, the leg
pain and frustration of Knowing That Would Have
to be immobilized for a few weeks, Certainly Did
you mean Harriet excuse to be upset so stupidly.
She Had to admit That She Had Been,
Although the cause of the accident, then a made
every effort HAD to compensate_for_errors.

So it Seemed I Did you mean choice. Should

try and down and apologize and outside HAD That
the horrible feeling if not begging, Harriet was
willing to let him starve. And honestly, it was
starving.
However, When I overcame all obstacles and
the top of the stairs leading down to the dining
room encontrn, struck him a horrible idea.
Momentarily paralyzed with surprise,
Realized That It must be the first and only time in
his life I was going to dance to the sound of a
woman. And stop being honest, it was not as
unpleasant. Nor HAD assurances That She forgive
him even though I begged.
As HAD never faced before in a situation like
this with His previous girlfriends, did not know
how to bring the situation. All I Knew Was That
any Attempt to appease with lovely words would
be useless.
Looked Harriet sullen empty plate in front.
Determined to divert Finn's head, Had most of it
spent the afternoon cooking esta dish. But now, for
some reason, Did you mean appetite, so all the
work HAD Been a waste of time.
She was still angry With him, of course. Read
someone's private letters, even if They Were
business was unpardonable. And if love letters,

deeply embarrassing. In fact, you sit very well if

left to die of starvation above.
But He Could not do that, so now I HAD
cornered itself, how it would work out in the
corner?. Because the man was not only more
dangerous than a box of bombs, but had a terrible
feeling That she would end up apologizing for
Something That was only Because of him.
Absorbed in solving the problem, Harriet was
shocked to hear a blow followed by a muffled
curse from the great room floor above.
Aha!
It Seemed That HAD DECIDED Finn to take
the first step. But it was good news, Although, I
was the problem of what was going to say When
got directions below.
I thought we Agreed Agree not pasearas you
half naked around my house exclaimed directing a
baleful glance at the man with broad shoulders and
brown body wearing only shorts.
Said nothing Finn as she crossed the room
Toward relieved her before collapsing in a chair
beside the table.
'Sorry whispered sigh of relief When posing
crutches beside her. Yes, I know you wanted me to
wear That Hideous gown, but I Could not have any

downstairs without me will wind Between the legs

and head HAD fail.
Had some reason, Acknowledged to herself
Harriet With stony expression.
But apart from my ... falta de clothing, have
come down to say I'm sorry. I feel so badly
behaved Having really. He Did you mean right to
read any private correspondence. The truth is ... I
Smiled a shy smile , I do not know what Happened
to me. And if you can not forgive me, and I hope
with all my heart that you 'do, AT LEAST I owe
you an apology.
Well ... she murmured trying to get tough on
man's undoubted charm not to mention That His
intoxicating smile.
Come on, Harriet! Give me a break she
pleaded. How about if I promise I will behave
really well from now?.
If you think That poor child lost performance
will take you somewhere, you're sadly mistaken - I
Said grimly. You May Have Been reliable to
deceive Those pretty blonde with Whom you
usually we go out, but it will not work for me.
Roger That ?.
Finn nodded and sniffed desperately trying to
ignore the clay pot That was in front of Harriet on
the table.

Yes, Said Nurse With humility.

Before I Had Time to Say That if I would
throw nurse call with shrift, Both Jumped at the
loud roar of His stomach.
Oh, by the blessed God, Finn! she murmured
making an effort not to laugh. You're incorrigible!
I would be very well that you 'do not give anything
to eat.
You're absolutely right, as usual. Come on,
Harriet, be a good friend. Even my stomach knows
I'm starving!
-All Right!
-Tienes A heart of ice! moaned him.
Incidentally, what's in That pot?. It smells
delicious.
Lamb steamed spring vegetables -Meat She
Said lifting the lid to show delicate pieces of meat
Surrounded by baby carrots, new potatoes and
onions in a wonderful wine sauce.
Humph!
His eyes closed Finn a moment to savor the
aroma.
It's a shame you can not take it, right? - She
Said to put the lid back on.
-What?.
Harriet shrugged.

Not expect me to sit down to dinner with a

half-naked man.
His teeth gritted Finn in frustration. Not only
was starving, but above That redhead was laughing
at him. What I HAD done to deserve what?, I
thought angrily.
-according have cast a heavy sigh. If the only
way you can eat is yours to wear That awful pink
robe, I will.
Well, can you accept a deal she murmured
Realizing That was going on. I suppose I Could go
to your apartment and get you a clean shirt.
-Estupendo!
And Could Also bring a razor and a robe. If
You Have something, of course. How real men do
not wear gown?.
Finn Laughed.
Yes, of course yes. There Should be a blue
silk robe somewhere.
Um ... I guess I Could make the effort to seek
it, but only if you ask me very politely.
How polite?.
She Smiled.
Depends what you want that stew.
'I have in suspense, Harriet continued as she
got up from the table, but when i open end of the
plaster, you better be careful.

The only response to His words was laughter

from the hallway.
-HA Absolutely superb condition after I
murmured When putting the fork and knife and
rest Against saciado- fully supported. Where the
hell did you learn to cook so?.
Harriet shrugged.
'Most people take a year before college to
travel the world, but my father was in the
diplomatic service and I HAD Traveled a lot, so I
Decided to spend time in Paris That learning to
cook.
Well it was definitely a great decision Finn
Smiled. Have you ever thought acerca opening a
restaurant?.
-Para Anything! She Laughed her. No one
knows what hard work UNLESS It Means You
Have Worked in the kitchen of a restaurant. Prefer
to cook for me and my friends.
'That I will not discuss it!
Crave -Te strawberries and cream?.
'I Could not swallow another mouthful.
I hesitated a moment before taking the hand
above the table.
. 'Really I Feel About What Happened before
I do not delicious kiss, of course; . That I will not
apologize I Smiled . But definitely Did you mean

right to read your private letters I did not want to

hurt me and I am ashamed behaved so stupid and
careless added gently twisting His fingers around
hers. It's something I regret deeply.
Harriet Could feel the blush on her cheeks
strong. The truth is That it was a beautiful apology,
so the Least I Could do was forget the incident. At
the same time, she was determined to make it very
clear to anything in esta strange relationship.
-OK. For me, a matter forgotten, but there is
something I would like to mention.
-Yup?.
'I know that you' all seem funny tea and you
take it as a joke Began hand away from hers, but
esta issue ... eh ... to assail occasionally, must end.
-Asaltarte? -the Looked in amazement
before launching a laugh. Oh, Harriet! You are
absolutely unique. You never know what the next
minute will leave absurd.
She glared at him.
Is -No fun!
Uh ... no, of course not Accepted DESPITE
Their visible effort not to laugh. Do You Were
Referring to the two times I've kissed you?.
Harriet nodded her swollen face. Had Already
ridiculed again.
'And ... want to stop assault you?.

Yes, I want. And do not tell me it was just a

kiss, Because That phrase is what you seem used
to misbehave Whenever you fancy. And definitely
do not like.
-for Real? -End dark- Raised an eyebrow.
Well, You Had managed to fool me! Said wryly.
In fact, When I remember the anxiety With Which
you Responded to my "bad behavior" just hours
ago, up in your room , it amazes me quite hear ...
Oh, shut up! she exploded angry and
embarrassed to note That Openly I was laughing
about it.
-Reljate! I have Understood I Smiled and
raised His hands in a gesture of surrender. No
more delicious kiss. And harass is misplaced. OK?.
Harriet nodded gratefully as I gently changed
the subject and Began to Talk About Their
problems With The builders Their new apartment
in Holland Park.
And yet I could not help wondering why,
When She Had clarified He Had His stance and
accepted, now felt low and depressed.
Taking a sip of iced white wine, Harriet
Looked around.
It was a favorite place to meet friends, with a
bustling and friendly atmosphere That changed one
iota HAD not in all His years going there sites. In

fact, With Its baroque decoration, dripping

candles, velvet curtains and beveled mirrors, the
restaurant was definitely Portobello to favorite
sites.
However, His partner was not so happy
judging by the grim expression on His face.
Come on, George, come on! I muttered
irritably, for His stony expression of disgust at the
noise and laughter.
George shrugged.
I do not know how I let you Dragged me to a
place like this, Harriet've Complained. Surely you
know it's not my style sites.
All right, I know it's not the Ritz, What?. Plus
you'll love the food above. I took a Thai chicken
curry with coconut milk a few weeks ago was
absolutely superb.
'You know I do not like foreign cuisine - I
still angry muttered Harriet That HAD Been so
busy last week That I HAD not HAD time to see.
And even more irritated That She Had
rejected His Proposal to dinner at a decent
restaurant, George was increasingly outraged at the
site had it Average User That a gentleman, would
not have any hesitated to define as a Parisian
brothel.

Not that he'd never been in esta type of

establishment, I assured Instantly himself. But as
Harriet and I Were married, it would not Ensure
That frequented places like this.
And at the same time ... Should not have any
Between them cleared things up long ago?. Harriet
HAD Seemed a very submissive girl and peaceful
When I HAD met two years ago, but since i had
won the inheritance Seemed to Have Changed. She
was not so accommodating and dig a good advice
to ignore. Mainly His steadfast refusal to sell the
house in Lansdowne Gardens.
His lips pursing angrily, I recalled George
HAD ITS Further discussion arisen about the
property. And as I HAD pointed out at the time,
Had taken a very wrong decision.
'Do not be ridiculous, Harriet! He Had Said
Firmly. Your parents are right. You should sell the
house Immediately and invest in penny stocks and
bonds sensible.
However, to His utter amazement, the old and
docile girl Seemed To have developed a strong
will and HAD Followed His notion of living there
and rent the rest. For example, your school friend,
Sophie, Clearly exerted a Bad Influence on her .
And while it Seemed That He Had Been Away in

New York, an unknown man HAD Moved into the

apartment upstairs.
George HAD always prided itself on Being a
cautious and wise man, Which was why HAD not
wanted to rush into marriage, Although I loved
Harriet. It was the kind of girl That her parents
would accept, but Perhaps Should Have made the
proposition, buy the diamond ring, Set the date and
solve everything eleven and for all. In fact, the
sooner marry, That Could subdue him before His
independent streak.
Unaware of exciting destination George HAD
That in mind for her, Harriet was Thanking had
booked a table at the Bali Sugar. But the unusual
combination of Japanese and South American
cuisine would really upset the dull George.
Oh, no! I was using her nickname Already
Started Sophie.
Looking eyelids narrowed the Man Who was
reading the letter, Harriet Looked her straight
blond hair, neatly divided into the top of His Head.
It was Not exactly attractive, but it was nice.
Dressed in a black suit, white shirt and tie clear,
nobody would say That was not a respectable
appearance.
But unfortunately only for herself, of course,
Had to Agree with Sophie. Could one call it a sexy

at all In contrast to That awful man, Finn Maclean,

it was a case of sexual attraction on two legs.
It was very unfair to be Compared to George
Finn. George Might not be exciting, but it was AT
LEAST predictable, loyal and was undoubtedly
full of virtues. None of Which Could Be Attributed
to Finn, lowest was extremely tricky, difficult and
totally unpredictable . And yet, it was clear That
not even know the meaning of the word loyalty.
Unfortunately, Finn was holed up in His
room. In fact, Harriet That was convinced nothing
but an atomic bomb, convinces him get up to His
Own apartment.
Especially Now That Almost spent all day
long delighted in His room trying Their urgent
cases by mobile phone and laptop or reading
quietly in the garden.
In one aspect, however it, She Had Achieved
some success. In clothing I was wearing a cotton
shirt and shorts in summer, but even so, too
exhibited dark skin for your own comfort and the
sooner rise up before she would regain peace of
mind .
I'd love to move up, but do not think I can
manage things He Had Said with a shrug. I still
can not handle in Original crutches and ..
Nonsense, you move beautifully.

Well, better than before, but what if I fall and

can not get up?. I know I would hate that was lying
alone in my apartment with no one to eat to my
aid.
'I do not be so sure of that! There was grimly
She Said. I am sure That black book of yours must
be saturated mobile Women Who would be willing
to give an arm for making a Casanova nurses stuck
at home. So, why not call one to take care of you?.
But His words HAD Seemed to fall on deaf
ears as Finn Looked a weak excuse after another to
follow Where I was.
'Do not tell me other nonsense more! she
exclaimed scornfully HAD HAD When I Told
another story acerca Suffering a temporary
dizziness. You and I Both know that you 're not
making three large meals a day, you would Have
you risen much above does .
Finn HAD launched into theatrical sigh.
You're a hard-hearted woman Harriet.
Damn right you are! Because as far as I know,
the only way to deal with you is to use the carrot
and stick. Which translated Means That if you
behave well, tonight's dinner will consist of salmon
with hollandaise sauce followed by summer
pudding with cream.

-Fantstico! There was throwing a kiss I

Smiled finger from the other end of the room.
That awful man Had the nerve of the devil,
thought Harriet looking grim at His plate while
George had a long and boring story acerca His trip
to New York.
If however it, wonder He Had not Had the
endless line of female visitors ever. The only
explanation I Was That Could think of her friends
most of it Were on vacation.
And another thing That surprised him was to
discover That Living With Finn was very easy.
And They Had Laughed like crazy both. Especially
The Time That I HAD Asked for help to wash
your hair. Somehow, the two HAD run Completely
soaked When the Flexible HAD shower hose
slipped out of hand soap at the image of the other.
, Although to be honest, it was not as fun
When A few seconds later the doorbell rung HAD.
Oh My God!
Harriet HAD shrunk from the shock to
discover That her mother was waiting on the other
side of the door.
Not -No ever move from here! HAD Said
before closing the door and ran down to open.
Her mother HAD Been astonished at the sight
of her daughter soaked to the bone and

embarrassed Harriet the amount of lies I HAD to

tell you.
Luckily, her mother HAD just gone for a
short visit before Meeting with an old friend for
lunch So THAT even I HAD not found pushed
urgently Street, Had not Had Time to think acerca
why her daughter would be washing curtains in the
bath rather than send to dye them.
Been acerca It had to be a complete disaster
and if Harriet was not careful, things get
complicated Could That Night.
She did not care That his Friends Knew That
Finn was temporarily at home, but Could not
endure the long interrogation That would subject
her mother if she Knew. As for George, I was sure
I would mount a scandal. So, Although It Might
seem cowardly I preferred not to tell him That
Finn was installed in Their room.
I had a short discussion With Finn before
heading out to dinner WHEN I HAD Asked him to
stay hidden up in the room.
If you want to know what I think, I think
you're making a big mistake HAD answered him
while she was looking for a pair of high sandals.
When I want your advice and I'll ask.
'I'll give it anyway, Because Assuming That
George has some blood in His veins, after a look at

that dress and black stockings Those so sexy, will

want more than just a drink in the late afternoon.
Which Means That if your room is inaccessible, is
not going to be very happy. Am I right?.
'Of altogether! There was assured she flushed
cheeks to look at the man With amusement
watched from the bed. You May be hard to
believe, but there are some currents and nice
people Who are not obsessed with sex.
'I do not I swear! Especially if you look in
that dress!
However, at the end Finn HAD Agreed To
Remain confined in the room just in case she came
home with George.
Towards the end of the long and boring
dinner, Harriet was forced to admit That her friend
Sophie was right. George was deadly boring!
Unfortunately, DESPITE her protests That she was
tired and HAD to get up early, Had insisted on
Accompanying her home for coffee.
And DESPITE Being very nervous, Harriet
HAD felt relieved to enter and verify That HAD
Finn kept His word. George distracted while
chatting Preparing coffee, I was Beginning to
believe I Could relax When Both Were amazed by
a blow from upstairs followed by an audible groan
.

'God saint! Instantly George was up. I think

there's a thief up in your room!
Oh, no! I'm sure it's nothing like that. It will
probably be a cat or ...
'Do not be ridiculous! George Said Firmly to
go to the door. You have no cat and if you did, the
cats meow, do not sigh.
-Do Not! Harriet shouted across the room to
grab you by the arm. Please stay down here with
me, George. It could be dangerous!
-quiet George HAD Given pats on the
shoulder reassuringly. No need to be alarmed you.
Oh Yeah! Of course there is. I mean, why not
just ignore it?. After all, I have nothing to be
stolen.
'You leave it to me,' I Said breaking out of
His hand authority. I am more than capable of
solving esta problem, so I know a brave girl and
stay down here.
George was Completely Unable to get only
Their own affairs, I thought as I ran Harriet sulky
behind him, ignoring him. But He Could do
nothing but follow George, Who Came Up With
determination, crossed the great room upstairs,
opened the door and turned on the lights in your
room.

Stopping short after him, Harriet Did you

mean trouble understanding why moaned in
surprise and grievance.
Because there, lying on the carpet, there was
the long, dark figure of a man Who Had nothing
on except a trouser pants and a long cast on one
leg.
Knew her friend Harriet Sophie reliable HAD
Been to cope With This Difficult situation of adult
and sophisticated way. Unfortunately, any hope of
Maintaining composure Seemed to fly out the
window as was paralyzed in the doorway.
-Do Not move! George cried Dramatically
upon entering.
You May -No run anywhere! Finn replied
flashing When trying to sit up.
'What's going on here?. How has Entered the
house?. And what the hell you think you are doing
there on the floor?.
That's a pretty stupid question Finn Said
When He got lean Against the edge of the bed
putting wince to rub His shoulder. I fell, of course.
'There's no course in any of this! - George
exclaimed before turning to Harriet.
Chapter 7

It was better to examine the doors and

windows and Then call the police.
-A The police? she moaned staring wideeyed.
What is the first thing you do When You are a
thief at home?. You call the police, right? I
answered him eagerly as if teaching a small one
girl. Run down and be a good girl.
'But George ... is Clearly not a thief! Do you
not see? she protested, pointing to the cast.
Finn gave a wry laugh.
Give it a few more minutes. It is obvious That
your boyfriend is not very bright, Harriet, but I
think That Eventually end up getting the message.
Are you trying to tell me ...?. `George
frowned. You mean esta man is not really a thief?.
-All Right! You have finally fallen from the
cherry!
I do not think has anything funny esta blond
muttered to hear the laughter caustic Finn man.
Clearly furious, George stepped forward
Toward the man sitting on the floor making no
effort to hide His disdain.
If you find a strange man at night at home, is
perfectly understandable that you 'think is a thief.
May God save me from the idiots! Finn
sighed shaking His dark head.

'Who is calling idiot? Asked the other angry

man.
?. 'I pressed to be an assailant-With That leg,
do not you think And not wear mask or a large bag
to put:. thief - Said in a scathing All of Which
Should help to reach the finding That I am not a
thief.
Well ... So what are you doing here? .Aquella
Was the million dollar question, she thought as she
watched Finn Who Was Harriet with a raised
eyebrow watching.
Finn has rented the upstairs apartment she
Explained to George. And it has-been in my
apartment because i Caused your accident and can
not cope alone. OK?.
-De Truth, Harriet?. Of course I disagree
George replied irritably. If you can not take care of
yourself, you will hire a nurse or to be made to a
nursing home.
Yes, but ..
'You Have Been But since so stupid as to let
you get into your apartment, so I can not
Understand is what are you doing here in your
room. Why not sleep in the guest room
downstairs?.
Because it has bath together -contestaron
They built Harriet and Finn.

Well I do not understand why ...

Oh, please! Stop it, Harriet George sighed
heavily as I watched the crutches on the floor and
Finn Realized That Would Have to help her up.
-I'm Sorry. It really was an accident He Said
with a shrug as she Reached the crutches and
Helped him sit on the edge of the bed.
But ... but ... I do not understand ... How do
you fell off the bed?.
-Absolute Stupidity on my part, I fear Finn
Explained with a sigh of relief while sitting in the
comfortable mattress. As You Asked, I left off the
lights. Unfortunately, trying to go to the bathroom
in the dark, I ran into the shoes posts before you
wore You should forget and keep in the closet.
With a look of anger at herself for Being so
stupid, Harriet handed him the robe of the chair.
I think we'd better get this. It Could help ... eh
...
'What George Sees the situation less
Dramatically? Finn muttered softly smiling as the
gown slid over her shoulders.
-Ya I would! Harriet murmured with a heavy
sigh.
-Disculpad! George interjected angry to be
totally excluded from the conversation. I'm not at
all satisfied With The Given That explanation has

me so far. And above all, do I get to Understand

what you're doing in the room of my fiancee.
'Your fiancee? Finn raised an eyebrow before
looking brunette Quickly to Harriet. Well, well!
That news is very interesting! I take it you Have to
Congratulate?.
Harriet frowned and shook His head.
No, of course we are not engaged - muttered
irritably trying to decided how to get out of esta
Difficult situation.
, Although Finn was rather Given to cause
problems, she was tempted to believe That it was
an accident Because He kept rubbing His shoulder
Where He Had Been beaten. And even Such Finn
go to extremes just to cause problems.
As for the assertion That They Were
Promised George ... Well, That was the usual
nonsense That only a pompous as I would say. Of
course, it was nothing to worry about, Especially
When i had bigger problems.
However, George did not seem satisfied and
continued to demand the dark man sitting on the
bed an explanation of why I HAD installed in
Harriet's room.
Have you been sleeping with my fiancee?.
Well, That depends on how you define the
word sleep Smiled Finn enjoying teasing the other

man. You mean in the biblical sense?. What I

mean, I'm sure, spend the night in the same bed ...
He paused Clearly amused to hear how the other
man grinding her teeth -. On the other hand, if you
mean the MOST boring version only sleep under
the same roof, then a I'll Have to plead guilty.
Why do not you stop lying and answer my
question with a single syllable? George shouted,
her cheeks flushed as if acerca to explode at any
minute.
Finn shrugged.
'Why Should I?. I don 't have to answer to
anything. Also ... a true gentleman never acerca
Boasts His sexual conquests. And much less in
front of a lady Said very demure tone in contrast
With The brightness of His Eyes fun .
Oh My God! So you're Admitting THAT ..
-Yo I'm not Admitting anything! I was just
pointing out That this is not the time or place to
discuss whether or not I Slept With your
"supposed fiancee '.
Is -Ya fine, Finn! Quit talking nonsense. Harriet intervened before turning to her boyfriend .
It only're kidding, George I can ECOG you I
definitely Average User Have to bed with him,
okay?.

Oh, Harriet! How can you say that? Finn

groaned mockingly. And what about the time we
where thrown into bed and esta ...?.
'Of the blessed God, shut up! she ordered
fiercely before turning to George. I'm surprised
you even think I'm the kind of girl That would get
me in bed with a strange man protested indignantly
as I avoided looking at Fina's eyes .
I was not lying, she assured herself hastily.
There HAD Been That Time When I HAD Seized
him and yes I HAD found in bed with Finn.
Unfortunately, I Could not Avoid a blush of
guilt, remembering the exciting force of arms That
HAD hard pressed Against His tan torso. Neither
the fierce surge of desire felt I HAD HAD When
His lips touched and ...
I have every right to know what is happening
George was saying. As your future husband, I
think I can claim that ...
-wait A minute! she interrupted quickly. I do
not know Where you got the notion That we are
engaged to be married, but I can ECOG you that
you 'are very wrong.
'Do not be silly, Harriet! George waved
irritably. Of course we're getting married. Well, I
have to admit That I have not yet bought the
diamond ring and We Talked about the date, but

we ve been going together for two years, so You

Have Realized That it was probably only a matter
of solving the small details.
-for Real? Asked very shrill voice she. Well,
maybe one of those little details Could include
asking if I wanted to marry you.
Well said, Harriet! -from the other end of the
room Finn launched into caustic laugh. After all, a
girl have every right to an ordered conditions. ,
Although I can not suppose George kneeling down
with a red rose Between His teeth. Honestly, I
think it's going to Have to hire all the violins I can
get.
-Pirdete! she shouted at him furiously.
Yeah, why do not you get lost? George
Repeated Toward aggressively approaching him.
For much less and I would Have Been beaten. In
fact, if You Were not invalid Because I Would
Have Given a good punch.
-for Real? Finn mumbled With provocative
tone.
'Can you stop talking nonsense?. wailed
Harriet impatiently.
Not interferes, Harriet Said George. This guy
needs to learn a lesson.

Come on, George Finn Smiled provoking the

other man. Face the truth. You could not endure
even two rounds Against a revolving door.
You ... you ...
-shut Up! Harriet shouted across the room to
grab George's arm. This is complete nonsense!.
But George, Instead of fulfilling His Threats,
was looking at another man with face in
astonishment.
Wait. Do not I know you from somewhere?.
I doubt it very much.
Hmmm ... let me think. I have it! You are
Finn exclaimed George Maclean, the WHO guy
ran away with the wife of Sir John Simpson. Then
I turned to Harriet. It was a dreadful scandal at the
time. Sir John and Lady Simpson Lived near my
parents, Which is what I Learned everything. She
left her husband and three children one day, just
like that. Well, and where is she now?.
Finn He shrugged.
-The Truth is I do not know. Somewhere in
Europe, I have understood.
! -iAh what, you Harriet, this is the kind man
You Have in your house: love them and abandon is
your motto am I right?.

'If you say so! Finn muttered coldly. Since

you seem to know so much about my private life,
who am I to argue?.
I'm not willing to judge anyone. Now I have
enough to live my own life 'I Harriet Said Firmly
DESPITE Being shocked by the behavior of Finn
to the woman I HAD Seduced.
You're quite right and is a very commendable
attitude gesture George nodded approvingly. I
myself would not have any brought` the subject of
depraved behavior of esta man if I HAD Average
User worried acerca your reputation.
My what? Harriet Looked incredulous. There
Were Times When I Wondered if George was
from another planet. And who cares about my
reputation?.
It's very important. As my future wife, you
can not expect me glad the man esta That notion is
installed in your room. Yes ... yes ... I added grit
her teeth at her. I am willing to accept your word
That Average User anything wrong ..
'God saint! Do I always talk like that? - Finn
muttered looking at another man with mock
fascination.
'But I'm not willing to allow you to continue
in your apartment even one more night - George
continued ignoring Finn.

'Do not be so closed! Harriet sighed alreadytired. Only stay here a couple of days. And
Besides, I can not throw it into the street in the
middle of the night.
Nonsense! He Said His boyfriend. Really,
Harriet, I think you've lost your mind. You can not
allow esta man to stay in your room. In fact, I'm
surprised you're so insensitive.
-Insensible? she Repeated incredulously.
What the hell are you saying?.
You do not seem to Have had any regard for
my feelings. What would people say if I Knew
That a famous seducer of innocent women hasbeen installed in the bed of my fiancee?.
Finn Laughed.
It -and, right?. I think you've spent a little, do
not you think?.
If you do not shut up, Finn, don 't have to
worry acerca George, Because I Will be giving
you a punch in the Harriet Saeed stomach half
before turning to the other man.
Honestly, George. I give a damn what anyone
Thinks nor give a penny for your feelings. Because
last time ... you're not my fiance. I will not marry
you. In fact, I will not marry anyone!
-very Well. I've taken the hint I murmured
With torva- face. I know when i am not well

received, but if you think this ... esta Casanova will

make you happy, you Could not be more wrong
added arching lips with a grimace. And When You
Become an old maid and no one wants to marry
you, do not say I did not warn you.
Thank you George for those very kind words.
I honestly would not go near you or with a pole
two meters long if You Were the last man on earth.
Roger That?.
Wiping tears of self-pity stupid, Harriet gave
a heavy sigh and leaned back garden hammock in
an effort to recover.
As always, esta peaceful and quiet garden,
Completely dark one at that time except for the
few lights around the windows, she was helping
her settle.
But at the same time Could not erase from
His Mind the events of the past hours.
If I had to be honest With herself, That
George HAD Left His life, I would not take too
much sleep. At the same time,, Although it would
Have Been a very boring boyfriend, HAD AT
LEAST Been a companion for dinner and parties.
"Face the facts, 'I Said Firmly. George About
That Could Be right end up as an old maid. And
while Sophie party would laugh if I Had Heard it

was clear George thought That I Could not interest

anyone.
And He Had Also Been quite right acerca
Finn. Rolled With It was the more unavoidable
recipe for disaster. So, That Could be very
attractive and, Although was willing to admit I
HAD spent several sleepless nights in the guest
room fantasized by meet again in His arms, I
Knew I was out of reach.
However ... I Could not stay all night in the
garden, she thought with a sigh.
But as I Entered the room I saw His broad
shoulders to the end of the table and the soft light
of a single lamp illuminated a bottle of whiskey
and several glasses.
What are you doing here? -. Asked to believe
That the best defense was always the ATTACK- If
you want more discussions, you ve been unlucky.
I've had enough for one night.
-In The reason why I give Finn muttered
dryly before taking another sip of His drink. I have
served a whiskey you too. I thought you Might
Need something a little stronger.
He was right. Harriet had a burning stomach
nerves without any Anesthetics Could not think I
sleep a wink That Night.
'Has gone? Asked to sit next to Finn.

I nodded.
I'm afraid you can Already Consider George
as a former boyfriend. However, if you're not
reliable to see at this Time, I ECOG you it was a
crybaby top notch.
Yes -acord She sighed. I guess I've always
KNOWN, but most of it convinces the time
managed to myself That it was better than nothing.
You -Bobadas! Finn Reached Into pocket of
the robe and pulled her out a white handkerchief I
wiped the Which With cum mask under the eyes. I
just meth esta man tonight, but Cleary does not
deserve you. You're a lovely girl Harriet, so you
don 't have to put up any pompous With George
like that. OK?.
'Is Maclean Doctor's advice for lovesickness?
I Asked with a trembling smile.
Finn Laughed.
-Exacto! Except in your case I do not think
You Were in love with George. Am I right?.
'Of course I was not in love with him. But
that's not the point. I mean, nobody likes to Be
Told They will end up like an old maid. And I'll
have a good fight with my parents, especially my
mother, WHO George Believed That was
wonderful.
Finn shrugged.

Well tell your parents and WHO do need to

go for a walk.
That's Easier Said Than done she sighed. For
you it is easy. You have a queue of girls at your
feet morning, noon and night.
Oh, come on, Harriet! I Laughed and shook
His head. That's bullshit and you know it.
No, They are not! I have seen in Original all
girls up to your apartment. And then a there is the
story of George. I see what is called You Have a
Problem with women, right?.
-and. I thought we would Have to Clarify
What that story before or after.
-I'm Sorry. I did not want to intrude she
assured him quickly. It is not my business ... I am
just your home to after all.
'You're much more Than That and well you
know! -. Finn taking Firmly Said In His hands
trembling fingers The fact is, heart, one at that
time I was just an innocent young man of eighteen.
i had just finished college and was going to take a
year off before entering the University of Oxford
When esta woman I met at a party here in London
-lanz a heavy sigh. I can not believe I was so
stupid, but I thought it was the most beautiful
woman I've ever HAD known. An absolute
goddess!. And That When She confided her

husband abused her and needed to escape His

cruelty, I saw myself as the white knight to the
rescue He Smiled a smile of embarrassment. It was
to save the dragons, evil sorcerer, everything. The
truth is That every time I Remember That story,
I'm dying of shame.
Oh, Finn! she murmured understandingly.
Adolescence is awful, right?.
-Espantosa. And of course, the wonderful
love story did not last. What is not surprising,
Given That She was much older and more mature
than me. I think only required That common sense
and recover That Helped Greatly missed Their
teens.
'God saint! I did not Realize, but then a HAD
to be really old for you. AT LEAST thirty-five!
I Laughed When Harriet blushed.
There's life after thirty, you know?. And I've
met two years ago and do not consider myself any
old.
-A I not strike me as anything decrepit she
murmured before changing the subject. But what
Happened to the poor woman?.
As you well know, in real life endings are
rarely happy. All I know is That Eventually
returned to her husband and children and the whole
family Went to live abroad. If however it, I

Imagine That her husband, Being publicly

humiliated, I shouldnt treat it so much nicer. Or
maybe learn the lesson, Who Knows?.
Not -do you ...?.
Well ... I guess I continued love with her a
long time. But I was young and I HAD to bury
myself in my studies, so Eventually I forgot my
"passion". , Although occasionally I meet men
with elephant memory, as George.
-The Truth is That I think you were very
lucky She Said slowly. I never ... I mean I would
not know what a great passion though I Knew face
to face With vergonzosa- she cast a laugh. And I
think everyone, sex business is Greatly
exaggerated, you know?.
-for Real?.
Yeah, well ..
Suddenly Harriet frowned looking at the
empty glass in front of her. No Remembered drunk
so much whiskey and it was evident That I was
releasing the tongue. Why, if I was not talking
acerca With Finn intimate things?. But I have
found himself telling His pathetic sexual
experience after skillful questioning on Their part.
Well, if you must know ... I Slept With
someone for the first time when i was seventeen
and was a complete failure. And then a couple of

years to I thought what the hell?. Maybe I should

try it again if I was missing something. But neither
was much better. In fact I confessed anxiously. I
think That saying to see the stars is all a hoax.
Oh, Harriet! You absolutely unique shoulders
-the They will hand shook as she was carried
interest to His lips. No, no, honey. I'm not laughing
at you Have not Achieved full sexual satisfaction.
It's just very Difficult to find someone so honest.
It's a pretty rare quality and one That I treasure.
He kissed His fingers again.
Yeah well I ... Oh, God! Look at the time. I ...
uh ... I go to bed, 'Said With blushing
embarrassment as she rose hastily. Before ...
before I MOST ridiculous.
-Reljate, Honey! I murmured softly
gripping her tightly by the arm to sit her on His
lap. You're not making a fool at all. In fact, as far
as I'm concern concerned, you're a very special
person and funny, generous and extremely
attractive. So stop saying nonsense.
Oh, Finn ..
If some idiot Told You That You Were frigid,
now that's a hoax. Believe me, I'm sure the
problem was theirs, not yours, okay?.
She nodded in understanding what I was
saying made sense. But I Could barely concentrate,

Especially When Finn Reached up to remove him

a strand of hair from her forehead and gently ran
down her cheek His fingers Causing him shivers
THROUGHOUT the body.
The room Seemed so silent and motionless
Suddenly was aware of the Slightest sound:. The
faint hum of traffic at night, the rhythmic ticking
of the grandfather clock in the hall and up the far
croaking frogs garden under the bridge I parted
lips gasping at the That strange Surrounded her
sultry atmosphere.
Looking up Towards contornes of His face,
Which Suddenly Seemed pale, His gaze was
irresistibly drawn to Finn's lips. He Could feel the
warmth of His body beneath the thin silk of her
gown and her stomach contracted voltage When
His Hand Began to slide down her trembling skin
gently pushing to tie the black dress to reveal the
lush fullness of her breasts.
And then a've felt lost, shivering with a
burning Need That erased all thought as I slowly
lowered His head to brush gently corner of His
mouth With His mouth.
It was a delicate and provocative caress That
Almost Increased in intensity When Finn tasted the
sweetness of her lips Such a spellbinding softness
With That left her breathless and eager for more.

I felt cold His mouth kept moving gently

When over hers as if controlling your response. but
when she started shaking helplessly in His arms,
Finn groaned from the depths of the throat and the
kiss Became more demanding and possessive.
Trembling With excitement as I savored the
deep softness of her mouth, Harriet could not help
around His neck with her arms and burying His
fingers in His Hair've answered passionately as
ardent and teacher invasion of His tongue.
Nor could not help throwing a faint moan
When I finally Looked up abarcndole face in His
hands to stop her intensity With deep in her green
eyes.
And -Dulce beautiful, Harriet! I've Almost
Gone mad last week to try to keep my hands of
you whispered hoarsely and panting breath. I ve
been crazy about you from That wonderful kiss my
birthday. In fact, since then a, I Could hardly think
of anything other than make love.
Oh, Finn! she whispered shaking helplessly
before the slow gentle touch of her fingers on His
face. Like I Said I'm not really good at ... at esta
sort of thing.
You -Bobadas! He Said anxiously as I sat on
the sana- leg. Apart from a few cases of physical
or psychological problems acute illness, there is no

frigid woman. Which Means That If You Had the

misfortune of not Achieving full satisfaction, Have
blame the men you've been.
Are you really sure about that? she murmured
Almost Unable to stand on His legs When Finn,
still holding her hand, Began to limp Toward the
guest room.
Laughed Finn hoarse.
-Reljate! I'm not worried about you, I
assured her heart as she Followed him dreamily.
To be totally honest, nurse Wentworth, with esta
heavy cast on my leg, it OCCURS to me That We
Might Have a little problem murmured stopping
softly before bed to go around With Their arms.
So, my dear Harriet, you will be delicate with me,
right?.
-Delicada You? she Repeated with a frown
before you start laughing-at seeing His shoulders
shaking with laughter as I watched her tenderly.
?. You mean you're going to turn the tables
here ! Oh, great she moaned Almost Unable to
Contain the hysterical laughter at the comical
situation; All His nervousness and anxiety deleted
by laughter.
I leaned weakly Against His broad chest with
body shaking with laughter, but even slight

movement That was enough to lose balance Finn,

lowest fell backwards dragging her fall.
Oh, God! Sorry i had not laughed so much in
years! she murmured, wiping her tears before
looking back to Finn, still laughing while trying to
unknot the belt of her robe, Which He Had curled
around the cast.
And what ... what happens now? she
murmured amazed to feel totally relaxed but
strangely languid Also. I mean ... who does what
and to Whom?.
Oh, I'm sure we'll think of something! - Finn
whispered in a husky sexy voice.
Seemed Finn in no hurry, as if They Had all
the time in the world to savor Until the last minute,
and Harriet found That she was undressing slowly,
His bright increasingly clouded by revealing the
fine bones and pale skin, blue eyes and your
collarbones warm roundness of her breasts.
And she did not need encouragement to help
you shed the silk robe and underwear before His
fingers gently sliding Through the brown skin of
His muscular torso, .while you her breathing was
gasping at the touch of His trembling fingers. Only
the much later she Remembered amazing and
strange fact not felt a moment of shame or
embarrassment When Finn eagerly devoured the

image of her naked form. Unaware of time and

space, Harriet was in a trance, aware only of His
muscular chest tan, male musky scent of her warm
skin His hands and mouth as Explored His whole
body shaking. Nothing in life prepared him for
That HAD That Caused STI earthquake mild
strokes and subsequent wave of sexual excitement
produced Their lips seductively caressing her
body.
And Suddenly I Realized That making love
with Finn was like being an instrument in the
hands of a great violinist. He was a teacher with
experience and skill sliding bow across the strings
to always produce perfect grades.
Lovable-so ... 'I murmured huskily slide your
fingers over your skin to the tormented nipples,
swollen and eager to His touch. Finn groaned to
lower His Head to bury His face in her fragrant
and soft skin, her mouth fiercely possessive
Against deep valley Between her breasts.
And then a Harriet was no longer reliable To
have any rational thought, gasping helplessly in
response to acute pleasure current Assaulted When
I covered her juicy breasts in His hands and kissed
hard swollen nipples forward. Harriet Screamed to
feel her stomach muscles contracted and the wave
of Quickly desire and need flowed-through His

veins as Finn's caresses Became more urgent and

demanding.
That I felt was His whole Being With vibrant
sexual excitement I was Causing. Near the edge of
ecstasy, Harriet Could only moan with pleasure as
I slid His wet lips soft skin of her belly, her fingers
and mouth caressing her inner thighs, His intimate
caress producing a runaway pleasure and
excitement so Demanded erotic satisfaction.
-so Lovely ... so sleepy I whispered thickly
before Harriet felt an overwhelming blast inside.
And Suddenly, lightning, Harriet felt His
strong arms Grabbed by thin waist and before I
Realized what was happening, Finn lay on His
back and into her and she was ... God saint! ... That
really was His Own voice, panting and moaning in
pleasure as I rocked back later. The rhythmic and
deep shake your body strong producing violent
tremors That Seemed to transfer His fine figure as
the world Seemed to explode into glittering shards
of light and energy before she found herself
returning to earth slowly in the soft tenderness and
overall security of your hug.
Chapter 8
You're in great truth, Harriet Sophie sighed
with envy to see the golden as of her friend. It

Seems That your holiday in the Mediterranean

Have Been a complete success.
Sophie shrugged.
Yes and no, I Said, leaning forward to pour
another cup of coffee.
That morning Did you mean desire to join the
work so soon, so the suggestion Harriet, lowest
have breakfast in the garden in the morning sun
first Seemed a great idea.
'Yes and no?. You mean That there has-been
no yacht?.
Yes'd yacht, just not Belonged to Rodney
Sophie Said resentfully. In fact, it was owned by
an Arab nauseating That I Seemed to believe is
there to serve appetizer Already added before
explaining That had a blonde rolls cut to
supplement your main meals.
Oh, God! Harriet Laughed. And what the hell
did you?.
I Said it was lost, of course. And so I Told
Rodney. I just wanted a relaxing and enjoyable
holiday and not all that male harassment.
Harriet frowned.
Yes, but what did you do?. Where you left?.
All hotels Should be full at this time of year.
Smiled Sophie Oh. Well I Happened to be
sitting on a bar Completely fed up and DECIDED

to get rid of These two rascals When I Suddenly

Appeared a tall and very handsome harbor.
Oh, no! Harriet let out a groan. Do not tell me
..
Yes, I fell in love at first sight I Laughed the
other girl. Jacques and I started talking. He Told
me I was staying in a large castle with His uncle
and other relatives on the outskirts of Nice. i told
her how my holidays Were Those ruined by
terrible men and invited me to eat With His family.
The best Was That His uncle invited me to stay, no
obligation and only dedicated myself to bask in the
huge pool and read tons of romance novels Until I
took the plane back. Fantastic, right?.
Harriet shook His head in amazement. No
doubt Sophie Knew That always graceful exit of
tricky situations. In fact, her fairy godmother Must
Have Been working overtime the day of His
baptism.
-What About u? Sophie was saying while I
removed His sunglasses to look at her friend's
attention.
Her friend looked ... well, it was Difficult to
define the Change that HAD come over her.
However, Had the glowing skin, green eyes bright
and ... Seemed much more confident.
Well, what Happened while I was gone?.

Oh, no big deal nonchalantly Said Harriet. I

ve been busy With The masons, though. The third
floor apartment is Already taking shape.
'What about Finn Maclean?. The last thing I
was dumped me That I was going crazy. Did you
find someone to look after him?.
No, well ... I fixed my mind Said well aware
That the eagle eyes of her friend HAD not lost the
blush to her cheeks That meat.
I was not wrong. Sophie Seemed Instantly
guess.
Oh, Harriet! Are not've ...?. Yes, I see so! I
Laughed before looking at her friend more
seriously. You are ... You're That sure is a good
idea?.
Harriet shrugged.
If I have to be honest, is Clearly not a good
idea. But frankly, Sophie, for now, just do not care.
Contemplating her friend lift the face to the
sun in the morning and stretch With The languor
of a sated cat, Sophie felt a sudden pang of envy
followed by Concern For His dearest friend.
Be careful, Harriet. You're not like me. I can
not hang too mariposear someone. And if I think
the situation is getting heavy I have no problem
cutting the relationship and get me another. But

you ... you're different . And I really do not want

them hurt you, baby. So beware, huh?.
Harriet Smiled.
Not Need you worry. I know I ramble With
Finn will end badly. Like leopards, playboys Their
habits rarely change, right?.
-Absolutamente True!.
'So our adventure can only be temporary, a
brief interlude in my life. However, I Decided to
enjoy it and have fun.
'That philosophy go with the flow is fine' I
earnestly Sophie Said. Just be sure to keep the
adventure one at that level. I'm not saying That
fairy tales can not be and I really believe That
there can be happy endings, but. .
'But?.
I wish I had not Said esta Sophie shook His
head grimly. I'm not trying to depress you, but
London is saturated with Women Who Have made
the dreadful mistake of falling in love with Finn
Maclean. And for someone like you Could Be to
Total disaster.
After Sophie returned to her own apartment,
Harriet stood in the garden enjoying the peaceful
view and trying to assimilate the advice of His
friend.

Unfortunately, I Knew That if I was not

careful, I would be stuck in deep trouble. Because
it was totally crazy about Finn. And it was not
surprising. After all, How Could I not be
infatuated, if not love, the Man Who His life
changed HAD Completely?. And maybe it was just
mashed desire That feel, Because making love
with him HAD Been full disclosure. And while
Finn HAD Said She was the best since I HAD
discovered the atom, the truth That was the
principle HAD Believed not him. After all, How
Could expect to Maintain the interest and attention
of a man as sophisticated and experienced?.
However, They Had Laughed and kissed and made
love before laughing and kissing again and That
first long weekend HAD just left the room .
Seemed There is not one part of it That does
not respond to the electrifying effect produced
That Their hands and mouth to caress her pleading
With sensuality skin.
God knows what you've done to me,
sweetness, but can not keep His Hands off your
delicious body HAD Finn murmured softly
stroking Monday morning His limbs With That
seductive and light Touch That left her panting and
breathless.

And after I HAD made love with delicate

passion, to reduce it to an abandoned ecstasy as the
two meat together to mutual satisfaction.
After They Had Been embraced Until She
Had raised His hand to remove a forelock and seen
His wristwatch.
Oh, God! It's Already ten o'clock.
'And?.
That Should Have Gone to open the masons
at half past nine moaned Rushed out of bed to pick
febrile His clothes scattered THROUGHOUT the
room. God knows what you're thinking!.
'And who cares? I Laughed him. They're
probably dead envy the luck That I have by
sleeping with my landlady.
But all good things, if not ended, dig to
change over time. And With All His legal work
and rush her to finish the third floor apartment, life
with the other.
Harriet HAD doubted, of course, the
Aforementioned falta de mobility Finn. Especially
after seeing Their agility in bed!. His Suspicions
Were confirmed when, Having left early one
morning, I Realized That I HAD forgotten His
wallet in another bag and returned unexpectedly to
the house.

Entering silent, it was across the hall When

He Heard a noise on the stairs.
Possibly not be thieves To That now in the
morning, but better check.
I silently up the carpeted stairs, stopped short
upon discovering Finn ahead of it up lightly With
The mere aid of a cane.
Alerted by her moan of surprise, I turned
around and blushed guilty at His expression of
astonishment and indignation.
Ah, here you are! Said, apresurado-. I'd really
like, Harriet me you said you When you leave and
enter the house. I 've been looking everywhere and
..
-Sigue Walk!
No, NOT necessary. They did not rush.
Harriet gave a wry laugh.
. I Said you continue walking ! Come on,
Finn . What can you do much better When I HAD
added slowly Climbed the next step pretending to
be more useless than I was You're a fraud, or do
not bother trying to fool - Said pushing from
behind hurry- hard to be Given. You should be
ashamed of yourself for take advantage of a
helpless woman!
'Your?. Helpless ?. Do me favor!

I Laughed hoarse as I opened the door of His

apartment.
Aha! That thought! she exclaimed upon
seeing the inside of your room and the desk full of
papers Recently signals use. You've been up here
behind my back, right?.
Yes, Your Honor. I can not deny it. I plead
guilty! I declaimed aloud as if on a trial-. I admit I
have taken advantage of weak and helpless woman
esta while dragging Quickly added to His Own
room.
But note That Should mitigating
circumstances HAD Quickly continued sliding
zipper of her dress and ignoring His protests and
laughter while tending gently on the bed. I ask
you, Your Honor, How Could Such resist
temptation? I Smiled to take His Own clothes
before joining her and cover her lovely body With
Both arms. God knows I'm only human!.
'And Also to cheat toad! she exclaimed
making a great effort to keep a straight face.
That's only Because You Have not kissed me
enough. If not I would Become Prince Said much
time as the smile died on His lips When releasing
her breasts brake transparent lace bra to claim His
hungry mouth, the sweet seduction of His tongue
and lips leaving her gasping for desire. My lovely

Harriet! I whispered hoarsely stockings and panties

slowly removing His hands slide down to her long
legs and shivering body and stroking His heavy
and swollen now before lowering With His Head
longing to kiss her generous breasts curves.
As always, Harriet Instantly succumbed to the
powerful magic of her sensuality, her hands and
lips produce miracles Almost drown ecstatic to
penetrate with a strong attack, the rhythmic
Movements of her body igniting a fiery and wild
passion Until the two arrived climaxed in an
Explosion of exquisite pleasure.
Later, lying languidly one another's arms,
Harriet Heard him throw a little sigh of regret.
I suppose I Should really move up here. The
truth is That I can no longer pretend rather be
useless, but I will miss you very much to live
down You Had added with a gentle kiss.
Well is not as if we lived far She Said making
Efforts to sound sensible and lively though deep
down I Knew That Their relationship would no
longer be the same.
Having taken the sensible decision to live
each in His House, Although seen as possible,
Harriet HAD cooking begun to Realize how much
I missed Finn's Presence in your life.

In fact, in the weeks HAD That Followed

around Sophie, Had Begun To Realize That her
friend was right. She was not reliable to Maintain
emotional distance and live only in the present
without thinking acerca tomorrow. And now I
Knew I Had made the biggest mistake of His Life
and stupidly fell in love with Finn Maclean.
However, DESPITE Having behaved like an
idiot, it was not a complete fool and Knew it
would be fatal to let Finn guess how much I HAD
to eat mean to her.
That was what was, at all costs, keep your
feelings secret.
And, Although I was sure I would be faithful
while Lasted His adventure, I Would certainly
heartbroken When separated.
Slowly across the French windows, His Dark
thoughts Were interrupted by an urgent phone call.
-Harriet, Thank God I found you! -. Trish
Said . I have to see you as soon as possible This is
an absolute disaster.
Wait, calm down. What is the matter?.
It's too complicated to Explain over the
phone. I just need your help. Can you get close to
the store as soon as possible?.
Harriet glanced at His watch.

I have to check one thing With The masons,

but I can be there in half an hour, okay?.
-Estupendo! So far Trish added hastily
before hanging up.
When I parked car in front of His small shop
Trish, Harriet Looked both ways to go.
Ledbury Road HAD Become a thriving
commercial area Difficult to Recognize in a few
years. Now the street, before full of high Victorian
buildings and outdated dusty antique shops and
bookstores, was Transformed Under the Influence
of luxurious jewelry stores, fashion boutiques and
some very exclusive restaurants. Only In That part
of the street Were A few of the old business
businesses on Both Sides of the tent of Trish.
Something That Remains old untouched by the
inexorable passage of time.
-What Is the matter? Asked Harriet forced to
wait a few moments while attending an elegant
woman Trish Who Could not decide Between two
soperas-. That was a good sale added When the
door closed behind the satisfied customer.
Yeah, Went pretty well, right?. , Although not
going to use it for soup. Seems to want to put in a
small garden and pot for bulbs.
Harriet frowned in amazement.

'But ... if it's an age by Which just paid a

small fortune!
Trish shrugged.
That's nothing. There are lots of new people
Who Have just moved to this area and works in the
media or in the commercial center of the city,
Which has more money than sense've Laughed.
But I will not complain, do not you think? .
'Of course. Well, tell me what happens. You
Seemed very nervous on the phone.
And what was Trish sighed. Just opened my
mail and I guess I hit a good scare. However, can
you look at this letter?. Maybe I'm wrong and there
is no panic Assaulted me, 'Said her friend handing
a white envelope .
'Well? Trish Asked a few anxious moments
later-. What do you think?.
Harriet shrugged.
Not looking good news, I'm afraid. It is a
notice of the district board acerca a planning
application to demolish esta store and the three
adjacent premises to lift a small block of
apartments.
Yes ... yes Trish waved impatiently. That as I
understand it, but I want to know is Whether They
Have the right to pull my shop and put me in the
street.

Harriet frowned.
Not you are owner, right? -his friend shook
His head. And what about the rent?.
He's about to expire Trish Said grimly. I tried
to negotiate a renewal Like the other owners
Involved. , Although one of the shops is Already
empty. But I Could not Understand why the
foundation, Which owns the local three never
answered my letters. Now I Understand -. Said
with a heavy sigh Well, what chance We have to
save our stores demolition?.
Honestly do not know.
'But you're a lawyer you!
Well, it was. But only very novice. And I'm
Certainly no expert in property law. Wait ...
frowned to look again at the printed letter I HAD
in His Hands. Smith Adelaide guess this is the
foundation of Which you spoke , right?. Well,
WHO and the executors?.
-A Firm of the City, but I know nothing of
them. However, Mark Carter, the owner of the
small gallery next door dumped me That
everything is part of the heritage Adelaide Smith
Donated to a charitable association.
Harriet nodded.

There are many of These charities. Most of

them Have Whose rents are many properties for
good causes.
That's what Mark Told Trish Grabbed the
phone -. I'll call him to come a moment to see if
we can have some.
Good God! Harriet blinked to see the gallery
owner Within minutes.
Mark Carter LACK Could the strength of
character of Finn and his sex appeal exaggerated,
That Seemed to act as a magnet With any woman
since ninety nine years. However, in all other
respects, I was The most handsome man she HAD
seen in her life , she thought, contemplating His
thick black hair, her dark eyes framed by thick
lashes and smile showing perfect teeth.
In fact, I was so stunned by the physical
perfection of man, not to mention high STI slender
figure, Which soon recovered.
'From what I understand, the Foundation
AIMS to raise an apartment block for use as a
shelter for the elderly and people Who Can not
fend for herself.
Oh, God! Harriet murmured.
Mark nodded, running a hand-through His
graying curls.

-Yup.It is not easy trying to fight something.

We do not want to be seen as the bad guys,
Especially in esta That area really needs and
facilities for the elderly. But we do not want to
lose our stores. In a Difficult situation, right ?.
After performing With Mark Harriet accept a
plan of defense planning and He Had His Own
returned to shop, I turned to her friend in
amazement.
Good God, Trish! i had no idea you had a
beauty and working on next door.
Um ... It's incredibly attractive, right? -. Said
before launching a sigh Unfortunately it tambin
est homosexual.
Oh, no!
Yes, I agree. But you know now That Day is
the biggest problem Trish Said grimly. As you
discover an amazing man, I find the hand of the
sunset ... with another guy.
DESPITE promising her friend to Meet With
Mark Carter and would STRIVE to get more
information, i had high hopes of getting anything.
Maybe Finn Could give some advice.
Unfortunately, since I HAD returned to work
in His office last week, must be very busy. Every
morning I picked a driver of a limousine service
and returned very late at night, totally exhausted.

You must take it more calmly 'I Said one

night watching Concern With the man Whose face
was gray With fatigue and barely HAD failed to
prove more than two bites of dinner she HAD
prepared.
But Finn HAD only shrugged.
I can not do anything about it. It has
accumulated a lot of work to me while I was low
and I have prepared to marry That will fall. Sorry,
There was fond added with a smile fatigued.
Because I do not think we can see much coming
weeks.
And He Had Been right. In fact, Harriet HAD
not even seen in the previous three days. But He
Had not Had the courage to contact you at work,
ACCORDING Sophie Which was the perfect
recipe for disaster.
-Piensan You're as heavy as mustard and lose
interest Instantly.
So Harriet HAD just left him some light on
the answering machine messages and Receiving no
response HAD thought it would be out of work
issues.
Unfortunately, there was not. When I HAD
gone into the garden the other night, lights Had
Seen In His apartment, but it was the arrival of a

large package Which Gave him the excuse to go

up to him.
I was just being a good home convinces
herself she tried to knock on the door to your
apartment of.
Receiving no response, I put His master key
and opened. The house was empty and Then leave
the package at a table, Approached the room.
Holy God, what a mess! I groaned aloud to
see the room, usually we immaculate, was now as
if I HAD dropped a bomb.
The cushions Were scattered all over the
floor, greasy Remains of a half-eaten plate on the
table and furniture Were scattered over the clothes.
Ducking Automatically collect an item,
NOTED with surprise That I had a skirt center
hands. Then I Heard a noise in the next room.
-Yu, Ju! Are you, dear?. You're back before
the bill! I have a female voice spoke up before the
door opened and a girl Entered the room.
Ah, hello! I muttered casually looking around
for a moment to find the package of cigarettes.
Who are you?.
Harriet was thinking of doing the same
question as I Looked horrified to see slim very
pretty blonde Who Was lighting a cigarette. What

made the scene so rare That the woman was not

wearing not a stitch of clothes on.
Ah, that's better! cried the strange girl
throwing smoke Towards Harriet. Now all I need
is a single coffee and May begin to face the day.
Would you like a cup? I Asked over his shoulder
as I Went to the inlet.
No, no thanks. Just wanted to drop a packet
Finn muttered wait to get out of That situation. So
I'll simply let you ...
'No need for you to go for me. Since You
Have keys to the apartment I guess I'll be one of
the friends of Finn commented With tone
questioningly. , Although I must say I do not look
the type of girls I usually we That goes .
No, I'm sure there nervously Said, Not
Knowing where to pose the hearing. The truth is
That I am the owner of this house, so if you're
talking about the book Finn, I'll probably be in the
home c .
Ah, good!.
The other girl shrugged losing interest to the
visitor as I recogida His clothes around the room.
DESPITE feeling quite neglected, like
someone not worthy of consideration, Harriet
ashamed to be asking the girl if she was going to
stay in the apartment some time.

Just wondering ... uh ... if there is anything

you need.
The blonde girl shook her head.
No, I'm fine. The beloved Finn is out for a
few days. Some boring legal case in northern
England, I think. It was supposed to meet me in
Paris for a rogue weekend, but then a left me
hanging and dumped me to wear comfortable at
home.
I see ... muttered before turning back Toward
the door.
Ah, yes. There is one thing. The dear Finn has
a heavy WHO Keeps leaving messages on the
answering machine. It is indeed a disorder,
because i can not delete them, if my friends call
me and leave me Important messages. Did not
happen to know how to fix that damn machine?.
Do not worry, 'Said Harriet resentful as I
crossed the room and clutched a button-. That's
it.Have Already been deleted nuisance calls. I'm
sure That will not bother anymore.
-Thx.It's amazing what women can get
Themselves ridiculous, right? I Laughed the
blonde.
-Tienes Absolutely right! Harriet Said,
pursing His lips before leaving the apartment
hasty.

Like a grain does a barn, Which HAD

installed a blonde's apartment Finn did not mean to
force HAD returned to His playboy lifestyle,
Harriet Said desperately few days later. Even
though the girl was spectacular and strolled naked
in front of strangers.
Unfortunately not got deceive itself. She Had
Known always deep down her relationship With
Finn That would not last. And to be fair, I've never
pretended That His Affair with her was more than
an interlude in your busy life.
But as much as I tried, I Could not
Encouraged and broke to mourn in the MOST
unexpected places, even in a vegetable market
Portobello.
And walk in His apartment relentlessly night
left her exhausted. Not even found solace in Their
peaceful garden as before. Even collapsing the day
before and tell him everything Sophie HAD done
him great comfort.
Oh, Harriet! I Told You HAD to-his friend
suspirado- care. I Warned of fairy tales, do not
always end happily ever after. Especially when
you 're an old-fashioned girl and men like Finn
never in a hurry to settle down.

I ... I did not expect to marry me. - Harriet

whispered tearfully But was it too much to ask to
be faithful few weeks?.
'That Seems. When returned from the trip?.
He Makes a couple of days wailed Harriet
before blowing your nose. I was walking-through
the door and saw him rise. But ... just Greeted me
with His hand and continued to rise. Clearly That
was in a hurry to make love with the blonde -the
awful tears spilled down her cheeks again. Have I
Told You I was walking naked in her apartment?.
And at eleven o'clock!
Sophie Gave another heavy sigh.
Yes, and you dumped me. About ten times.
And ... and Then, When I thought I would
come down to see me last night, or AT LEAST
would phone me, i heard a dreadful noise in the
street. So I ran to look out the window of my room
and stood there , a lot of people all shouting and
laughing As They Entered the taxis.
'And?.
Sophie did not Understand why it bothered
him so much her friend.
Trish called me esta morning. I was having
dinner at 192 Kensington and saw Finn fun to
death with a group of friends. I thought it odd That
I HAD not invited, I Said.

Harriet was again Dissolved into tears.

Sophie, lowest Should Have thought Trish
kept my mouth shut tried to downplay prior to
friend urged her to stop mourn and redo your life.
If you want to come back, and you'd be crazy
if you did, it will not help feeling sorry for
yourself.
Yes, but ...
You must keep busy. That's the name of the
game Sophie Said Firmly. And if You Have time,
you can help Trish With The subject of your store.
By the way, do you think you stand to gain?.
Harriet shrugged and wiped her eyes.
Honestly I do not know confessed. I Stayed
with Mark in the office of City Hall tomorrow
afternoon. Then I find out, but I have high hopes.
'What about that guy, Mark?. From what you
dumped me Seems quite juicy. And you can
always console.
-Hum?.
Oh, come on! One of the best things acerca
gay friends Is That When your life falls apart, not
only sympathize with you, but usually we are
Their Stories more dreadful than yours. And you
can stop mourn and angry instead. Do you really
want the whole world to know That You Were
stupid enough to fall in love with Finn Maclean?.

No, of course not.

Harriet sighed and shook His head.
'That's it! Sophie Smiled a smile. That is why
an attractive new boyfriend, like Mark, might be
what you needed. Yes, yes, I know I gay is, but I
does not know is Finn. And it will not be very
Happy When I see a handsome man in his place.
Sure gets sick with rage.
Harriet was not convinced by the idea
Especially Because It was the same kind of trick
That would advise her mother, along with other
vouchers pearls of wisdom as never call a man and
never RESPECT That Men That women are too
easy. All Completely outdated at the gates of the
twenty-first century.
Did you mean But I Doubt That Sophie's
advice as to REMAIN occupied was very sensitive
and would follow as best I Could.
In fact, after Meeting with Mark That
afternoon and spend several hours examining the
application of foundation, Harriet was surprised
not thinking just in Finn AT LEAST two full
hours.
You've been very helpful Addressing When
Mark finally Said His old- sports. Do you think
you Could convinces us all together
representaras?.

Well, I know not He frowned. Of course I'm

willing to help you in everything that you can, but
even more than lawyer title took a year without
exercise.
But Mark did not seem to find any problem to
your objection.
'The matter is quite clear. What we need is
Someone who lives in the town to speak for us.
That will be more attractive than a dusty City
attorney Who Knows the area.
Harriet Had to admit it made sense as Mark
Suggested to continue the discussion in coffee
Sausages and Mashed Portobello, was delighted.
I ve been wanting to go there for centuries.
I've heard it's very funny I Said with a smile before
asking you to take her home to get a less-formal
clothes.
Said problem without taking it and admiring
the garden while Harriet jeans and a shirt set.
As They left the house, Harriet thought
Sophie That HAD Been right. Mark was very nice
and charming company But to His dismay, I saw
the long black limousine to turn the corner and
stopped in front of the house.
Amazed by His groan of horror, Mark turned
to look at her With Concern.

-are You okay? I Asked, putting His arm

around her waist to see it wobble.
Yes ... yes ... I'm fine she murmured
DESPITE Being Nearly fainted When I saw the
driver get out and open the back door to help Finn
out.
Ah, here you are! I took a few days tried to
reach Finn exclaimed before turning around to
collect His briefcase.
Yeah ... well ... was me, so I'm afraid I can
not stand to talk to you hastily replied as I leaned
Against Mark legs feeling like jelly.
Completely Stretching, Finn Looked His gaze
intently before slowly returning to His companion:
an attractive young man Who Had His arm around
her waist possessively.
Harriet thought the time had stopped and
everything was happening in slow motion Until
Finn caustic laughter broke the silence.
Well, well! Do not want to be entertained She
Said icily. I'd hate to interrupt a good time added
.with an icy stare before flashing With disdain at
her. .
Chapter 9
Harriet Looked around the large conference
room. Like the rest of huge modern complex was

home the board of Kensington and Chelsea, the

room was decorated in the same boring brown and
cream.
Looking at some of the directors to come in
and take a seat at the other end of the long table
presided by the Chairman of the Planning
Committee, Harriet Became interested in the
number of members of the public Who Had shown
interest to Attend.
Of course, I Reminded Quickly to look down
the copy in her lap, the application for demolition
for Local Ledbury Road was just one of many
issues That would address That evening, so there
was no way of Knowing how many Members of
the public Were on His side.
When President called for silence, Harriet did
His best to calm His nerves.
DESPITE Having tried to Trish and Mark
convinces That she was not the best, after much
prodding person meanwhile, HAD finally
accepted.
However frightened him think That would
soon Have to stand up to defend Their friends,
They Could lose Their livelihood.
Who dealer to the other side? Harriet
whispered behind Trish.

I do not know she murmured looking at men

in dark suits.
Maybe we'll get lucky and the foundation not
send anyone hopeful Trish murmured. -Is It
possible.
But Harriet did not think a major law the City
leave things to chance Especially When I was
Involved a lot of money.
If however we, as His case was delayed, I
have found, as very lately Often, lost in her own
thoughts. Above all I Remembered That awful
night a week ago That I HAD faced With Finn on
His doorstep.
We had so altered the meeting HAD barely
had dinner and Certainly much appreciated Mark's
comforting presence.
'I'm sorry muttered helplessly as tears
streamed down her cheeks. Of course, the last
thing you need is a stupid woman crying over the
food.
But Mark was sweet, kind and very patient.
After hearing His brief explanation and the
Reasons Which HAD ridiculed, Smiled and Said
That was nonsense.
. 'I have three younger sisters, so I'm very
used to sad stories of broken loves Apart from my
own relationships With men -. I confessed with a

smile of sympathy Come, dry your eyes she added,

passing a handkerchief. And let's think about the
best way to get out of esta situation, okay?.
Yeah ... okay She Smiled-through her tears.
But esta problem is Almost impossible to solve.
Especially since I lives in the same building.
Mark just shrugged.
Well to me it Seems very simple. Until you
get your ex boyfriend out of the house, and I try to
do it as soon as possible, I ausentara few days.
Harriet Looked at him in amazement.
-Irme?.
-Why Not?. It will not be the end of the world
if you choose to leave London for a while, is not
it?. I do not mind closing the gallery a few days to
go to the field.
Well ... yes. I suppose I Could go to my
parents house in Gloucestershire. The masons are
acerca to end the third floor. But what about your
defense?.
-Don't Worry. Just give me a phone number
Reviews where we can reach you and call you
When there is any news.
They Were For while taking coffee cups,
Harriet HAD DECIDED That Mark was right. And
she did not need to cross With Finn every day, as
He Had Said.

Returning To His apartment, Harriet HAD put

some clothes in a bag Quickly. And after calling
His parents HAD September the alarm to get up
very early the next morning. After He Had fallen
asleep from exhaustion.
Power take long walks in the countryside
HAD Been wonderful, of course, but as I Had
Feared, His mother HAD Become very heavy.
Saddened That His daughter no longer go out
with George and endlessly repeating what a fool I
Had Been To miss a man as Appropriate, rich and
charming as George, Had not left the issue Until
tired, Harriet HAD Threatened to leave if His
mother would not shut.
Maybe That Is Appropriate for you, but the
truth is That George was deadly boring, extremely
insensitive and has as much passion as a dead fish.
His mother, Although pearls in horror at Such
a statement twisted, Harriet strategy Seemed to
work.
But His brief visit to His family did nothing
to confirm how right I HAD Been Unable to sell
the house of His aunt. There was no way That She
and her mother could live under the same roof any
time and know you HAD your own home to make
it what I wanted, it was a very comforting thought.

As I HAD maintained Contact with Trish and

Mark, Had Been reliable to stay in the field to
return to London last night.
Could not decide Whether Harriet turning off
the answering machine HAD been good or bad
idea. Because if I wanted to deny it, do you have
loved to Have Heard the voice of Finn even for the
last time. But He Had not even found a note to
return.
The bastard HAD AT LEAST Could have the
courtesy to say That I have felt His behavior was
saying to herself When Trish returned to reality
With an elbow to the ribs.
What the hell is I doing here? I Asked in a
whisper her friend.
Harriet blinked in confusion before following
the direction Trish finger pointing at the man Who
Had just crossed the door farthest from them.
With the open mouth of shock at the imposing
image of Finn with a Formal suit and briefcase,
Harriet was paralyzed brain few moments. Only I
felt fade, a hole in the stomach and strong. chills
while trying to recover.
The only one WHO was NOTED That
Helped him Finn was so stunned like her, though I
Seemed to recover more reliable Quickly and Gave
him a cold smile before sitting.

Oh, no!Surely there must be a coincidence

That They Were Both at the same time there. Finn
Could have nothing to do With The case of the
foundation, does it? For Unfortunately, When
President drew the attention of His advisors about
the case of Ledbury Road, Finn stood up slowly I
notice That Represented the foundation and would
like to Explain to the committee why esta Should
be approved demolition application.
Did you know this? Trish whispered.
-Do Not!Of course not! Harriet muttered
dark with a heavy heart to hear the quiet and safe
Finn explanation of why STI foundation wanted to
build Those apartments.
How the hell Could gain the vote for Trish
and Mark?. Harriet Asked With growing dismay.
Especially When Finn was drawing a picture That
broke the hearts of Those poor desperate for a
decent accommodation in the twilight of Their
Lives.
It was a masterful performance. And When
the president called her, Harriet heart Knew it was
a lost cause.
If however it, determined to to do everything
for His friends, got up slowly.
Each defend HAD only four minutes to
present your case and when to I finally sat down

again, Harriet Thanked Trish squeezing her arm

warmly.
Been -Has brilliant! Well done!
But Harriet Could only shake His head.
-I'm Sorry.Have to face reality. We will lose.
And I was right, but only lost by one vote.
Yeah, but With One vote is enough, 'He Said
Harriet amid the overall exodus.
Chatting with friends at the entrance and
again apologizing for not Having Achieved the
result They Wanted, Harriet was taken by surprise
hand clapped him on the shoulder. As I turned face
to face With Finn found.
I did not want to go without saying That I feel
I have lost the case Said quietly.
-for Real?-I Had the nerves to the surface
tension of the case and the unexpected appearance
of the man she loved so passionately. Well, I hope
you're satisfied With Your Efforts - I added with a
nod Toward the small group-. Well done, Finn!
You just destroy the lives of all people in Original.
Oh, come on, Harriet! It is an unfortunate
coincidence That We have found us opposite sides.
But you're a lawyer and Know That only
Represented my clients.
Nothing Personal. Just a job, right?.

. Right That is Exactly what has been - He

Said Firmly. However, you shouldnt get so
aggressive. You Fought well by your friends.
'Unfortunately, patronizing bastard, not well
enough -the burning rage That HAD repressed for
so long was coming out in a rush. As With our
relationship, right?.
What? His Dark .Finn Raised eyebrows.
-. I was just another conquest A number on
the list of your bed, right?.
That's absolute nonsense, Harriet and you
know it.
-Ah, Yes?. So how you Treated me like an
old mat after only a few weeks?.
Trembling with rage and the temper out of
control was a great relief to Have the last word and
be reliable to tell what I thought of him. And
honestly give a damn what people think around
him.
In fact, Trish HAD been there looking at her
Friend with significant alarm and ready to
intervene in the fight, Mark HAD HAD stopped
Because Grabbed her arm.
I do not think You should interferes in what
Seems an explosive and very volatile relationship
murmured with a smile. Both are strong, tough and
intelligent, even if They seem at this moment.

However, You should let settle Their expats. In

fact I continued Mark after throwing a laugh, I
think that's Exactly what he's doing Harriet
boyfriend.
How can you be so stupid? Finn-he was
muttering angrily before Harriet grab her arm and
Practically Dragged adjacent to a small office.
-Tienes Absolutely right! It -acord Harriet
resentful too absorbed in His Own rage like to find
out what was around. Definitely Should Have gone
to a psychiatrist for Approached Having a cheater
like you Casanova.
'Of God blessed! exploded him. I do not know
what the hell you're talking acerca! In any case,
what about you and That sexy guy you're spending
saliendo.Te is doing good in bed? cried His teeth
grinding with rage.
Harriet gave a loud laugh.
Yes' That is right! Accuse God knows what
when you 're the one Who Can not keep His Hands
Practically bouncing off women cried with rage.
What about the blonde Who Got into your
apartment just days after Having slept with me?.
-What?. You must be a mad.
Aha! How typical! You must be so busy That
neither remember the totally naked blonde Who
Had Settled in your apartment.

Nonsense!
-According To the naked lady, dear Finn
HAD Stayed with her to spend a weekend in Paris
Harriet naughty mimicked the shrill tone of
blonde.
Finn Looked surprised for a moment before
snapping His fingers.
-Debes Refer to Angela!.
Honestly I do not want to know the names of
any of your girlfriends.
-Ella You have nothing to do with me! Finn
shouted angrily losing His nerve When She Began
to calm down. FYI, Angela is the girlfriend of my
brother, Jack. There was, stayed a few months ago
in meeting them in Paris Where Angela works as a
model. Unfortunately I Could not go Because You
gotta break my leg. So I Told Angela to stay in my
apartment a few days while I was out and would
celebrate his birthday on my return.
Finn paused as if waiting for a response from
Harriet, lowest Looked very pale only in silence.
Well, have you finally clarified? He
continued angrily put His Hands On His arm to
shake down sharply and Its attractive brunette to
her head.
The possessed His mouth That was hard and
powerful. Your kiss, a volatile mixture of anger

and sensuous excitement That left her stunned and

Completely Unable to move. Almost Unable to
breathe, Harriet was acerca to faint When Finn
finally released the ruthless pressure and slowly
His head raised to look at her intently.
Oh, Harriet! I cast a heavy sigh. I wonder
why such a beautiful like you still looking at lifethrough the wrong side of the telescope girl.
I agree That I Have Been very stupid. - Said
throwing a heavy sigh . I have made many
mistakes and to rent the apartment of my house the
worst of all When I return, I would find an empty
apartment with no trace of you or any of your
girlfriends.
'Do not be ridiculous, Harriet! I protested with
a dry laugh. You can not throw me into the street
like this! Where do you go?.
I'm sorry, but I'm afraid that's your problem,
'Said feeling strangely calm as I turned Toward the
door. It May be stupid, but you're obviously a very
intelligent man Finn. Rely'm sure you'll think of
something.
Oh! Come on, honey, I do not have any to put
it so difficult.
But Harriet, lowest Seemed To have lost all
sense of reality, just opened the door and
Disappeared from view.

The rain That HAD Been Continuously

falling for the past two weeks, dried Seemed to
Have When the Notting Hill Carnival Approached
weekend.
Always curious spectator Mardi Gras parade,
passing in front of His house, now had a wonderful
stage to admire Europe's biggest street carnival.
Other years HAD joined the parade dressed
with friends but it was preferred contemplar from
one of the highest balcony of His House.
And of course, i had no problem using the
second floor balcony. Especially Because after
sending a team of professional cleaning after the
abrupt departure of Finn, and there was not a
single trace of him or His brief affair.
Why do ye not gather with me? -Les HAD
Asked Sophie and Trish one week ago.
But Sophie HAD Already made other plans
for the bridge and Trish was too busy designing
the windows.
So I was there alone and it was great, Harriet
Said defiantly. Okay, i had lost the heart by Finn
Maclean, but the disease Should Have Affected
half of women in the city.
However, lately I HAD tried to take a more
reasonable from His brief summer romance HAD

That left Physically and mentally broken

perspective.
Did she Have never met Finn?. Of course not.
If I had to be honest, I HAD to admit I HAD With
him a great debt of gratitude. After all, I Who Had
Awakened to a mature and satisfying sex life was.
And though I Knew I would never experience
happiness in the arms Such of a man, there was at
Least Known what it was to be Completely in love.
And now calmer, I Realized That ruined His
Own His relationship insecurity HAD comfortable
with. it.
And what made matters even worse HAD was
the call Trish few days ago. Almost incoherent
With excitement, her friend Finn That HAD HAD
Explained With met members of the foundation.
After pointing out That They had a large building
needed repair Portobello Street, I HAD Suggested
it turned into antiques center to house owners
evicted from Ledbury.
'It's absolutely perfect for us! Trish HAD
shouted for joy over the phone. Everyone is happy.
It was awfully nice of Finn. We are all so grateful!
They are wonderful news, right?.
Yes she murmured glad That the story would
have a happy ending.

Now it was Finn That Seemed like the good

guy. He Had tried to contact her, of course, but
Harriet disconnected HAD HAD the answering
machine and returned unopened His letters. Sophie
thought her friend HAD gone mad, but she simply
did not have any the courage to handle a man like
Finn.
Just do not work there was' I Said to her
friend. I always worry too much and Could never
take a sophisticated and cold attitude to His
infidelities. So it will be better not to see him
again.
Sophie, Although not accepted His arguments
HAD HAD finally stopped calling coward.
And indeed, Despite The many tears she shed
so it HAD Could have been, Harriet thought I
HAD done well and, Although His life was empty
now, was preferable to the deep misery and
unhappiness Finn That Would Have Followed
They HAD done together.
"Come on, get longer as bleak!" She Told
herself to hear in the distance the weak first chords
of the carnival bands.
Long before the appearance of the parade, the
sounds and music Became increasingly louder
Until finally, the flood of flesh colored and dance,

the dancers and Their fantastic costumes, bands

and spectators.
The parade Seemed endless, but just as I was
acerca to leave the balcony to find a soda, I
Noticed a banner at the end of the parade.
'What the hell ...? wailed stepping back to
take His Hands To His face and shake her head
and disbelief.
When I opened His fingers gingerly to look at
the street again, I Realized That His Eyes HAD not
deceived him.
Because in the huge banner, raised on the
carriage full of dancers painted in large letters
HAD: MACLEAN FINN is madly in love and
wants to marry HARRIET WENTWORTH
-Simplemente I do not think so! she moaned
without Knowing Whether to laugh or mourn
hysteria.
Oh, dear! I think it's Been a bit with balloons,
right?.
Almost Jumped With fright, Harriet
Screamed. I staggered helplessly on the balcony
Could have fallen if not two strong hands fastened
Instantly HAD to get her figure Against the strong
male body Finn.
-Finn! I groaned as I turned and link arms
around His neck you before burying His face to

mourn over his shoulder. How did you get in

here?.
--without Any problems! He held out a bunch
of keys. As I am a wise man, I made a copy before
return your keys. And I have to confess That I
HAD Agreed With Sophie to let me go If You Had
changed the locks .
'That was very creeping both of you as That
of Sophie.
Finn shrugged.
Nothing, absolutely nothing in our
relationship has-been easy, Harriet. But Difficult to
face a woman as attractive as I Knew I Had to use
my own strategies.
But ... I do not understand ...
There's too much noise here, 'I Said grabbing
her hand to enter. Why not go down to your
apartment and talk without bothering us?.
I does not seem me stay much choice, do not
you think? Harriet Said still disoriented by His
Presence.
No, it does not seem to have Smiled. But do
not just intend to spend much time talking, so at
Least You Could dedicate one or two minutes.
To be in seventh heaven, Harriet landed
Against the earth at once.

Oh, no! Surely I would say what I HAD to

say to disappear from your life again, right?. After
all, I HAD charge of the banner and ...
Oh, God! Everyone in Notting Hill will see
That sign. What the hell should i do?.
-and We'll think of something Said Finn lie
down the stairs.
When they closed the apartment door below,
Harriet was in Such a state of nerves That Could
barely speak.
... 'Would you like a cup of tea?.
Yeah, Seems like a good idea 'Said Finn
approaching the garden windows.
While Preparing tea with trembling hands,
Harriet Fought the tears. I Could not make a fool
again.
But Said That banner mad Finn wanted to
marry her. What would seriously?. And even if so
many unresolved issues ... Were Between them ..
Hey ... How's your leg? Asked to return to the
tray. It Seems You Already removed the plaster.
Yes, has healed nicely.
Harriet Waited for him to say something else,
but I just Looked into the garden.
All right, Finn -lanz a heavy sigh. What are
you really doing here? Asked to pass the cup of tea
with trembling hands.

Oh, come on, Harriet! He shook His Dark

Said head. Even a blind man Could See why I'm
right here. So I guess the next move is up to you,
do not you think?.
-El ... Next ... movement?.
There was a long silence as I stared intently
her flushed face.
Well, you'll Agree That Already I have put all
the cards on the table, right?.
You mean That sign?.
Exactly Finn gave a slight smile. , Although I
fervently hope you're gonna make me an honest
man, Because if not, I Only Have not spent a huge
amount of money but I will put me in utter
ridiculous.
Heart pounding, Harriet tried to gain time.
. Well, Harriet ? Will you marry me . like she
did not answer Immediately, Finn continued If I
remember the words Correctly, there is a religious
service That sentence says: for better and for
worse, in sickness and in health, till death do you
part. That's my concept of marriage. Which is why
I've always Known I Could never ask a woman to
marry me UNLESS I was sure to meet in Original
votes serious.
Oh, Finn! she murmured with a lump in the
throat.

-Cario Mine! He Said softly. I have not

Looked much less touched another woman since
the first time we kissed. And I promise to never,
ever in my life, I have experienced as much
satisfaction When we made love. Honestly, darling
, there will never be anyone else for me, even
though Become a very old man.
The tone of sincerity in His voice was
unmistakable. But the future was what worried
Harriet.
I ... I'm not sophisticated enough to face any
of your ex-girlfriends, much less flirtations May
Have you in the future -. Said regretfully I can not
stand the thought of Being a jealous or always
wondering if I will be faithful wife. Well ... I'll
break your heart.
You -Bobadas! OK. Let's start at the
Beginning. Do I have or do not have any reason to
believe you love me, Harriet?.
-wait A minute! We are not in court, you
know?. So stop questioning me like a witness!
Finn Laughed.
-That's My girl! pale and nervous, Although
esta version of Harriet Wentworth will not last
long.
Look, do not want to answer me, right?.

Yes, por favor, my dear Harriet murmured,

eyes bright With amusement.
She Smiled and shook His head.
You're absolutely impossible. But ... of course
I love you, horrible man.
Well, that's Because I Said INITIALLY more
cheerfully. So the only question left is your Doubts
acerca marriage, right?.
She nodded.
II love you with all my heart, but ...
'I've always thought That the word but it
Should be deleted from Said dictionary crossing
the room to lift it gently in His arms.
I want to marry you, Harriet. I want to spend
the rest of my days with you. And That Is The
Beginning and the end of all swore giving a tender
kiss on the forehead.
No ... she murmured burying her face in His
shoulder. No. That I Could not stand our marriage
collapsed by the bitterness of jealousy. You must
Understand, Finn That separate us. It just would
not work.
Oh Yeah! If you work.
She shook her head sadly.
Only God knows how much I want to say yes,
but I know my answer must be no.
Finn took a deep breath.

I heard what you said, honey, but if you think

I'm going to leave Said hugging her tightly, I have
to tell you that you 'are very, very wrong.

Epilogue
Harriet is absolutely gorgeous, right? - Trish
exclaimed as I Looked at the girl under the arch of
the Church of Ladbroke Grove.
With a long dress of cream silk and her
glorious red hair tied with a diamond tiara from
Which Came floating transparent veil, Harriet was
tightly gripped the arm of her new husband and
smiling at the camera.
Yes, absolutely beautiful! Sophie sighed with
envy.
How to convinces Finn got in the end? -.
Trish Asked curiously The last I Heard Was That
She Had flatly refused.
Sophie Laughed
Finn is real Machiavelli. He took her to
Venice on the Orient Express, of course, and spent
a few days in one of the MOST luxurious hotels.
And then a, According to Harriet, the horrible man
made love crazy and passionately for two whole
days and she did not know Whether I was coming
or going. At That Time, I was in the clouds Among

British Consulate and only found out what was

happening When the judge pronounced them
husband and wife.
But ... but ... that means ... Sophie Smiled.
-Yup. Including Finn HAD arranged
marriage license, or That Have Been married for
several weeks.
'God saint! So this is a montage?.
Oh, no. Finn wanted to be absolutely sure
Harriet, so I ordered it I organize everything before
going to Venice. I would've gone from doing great.
Um ..
Looked Trish unusual costume godmother
Sophie, a long column of pale gold satin with a
deep neckline That Showed off every curve of her
voluptuous figure. It was not Appropriate for a
church wedding, but HAD to admit I was
sensational. Of course, That Should think Jack
Maclean, lowest would not stop exchanging
flirtatious glances With Her friend.
I think you're wasting your time here - Trish
pointed to a tall blonde notice how stunning she
pressed arm high brother Finn.
-for Real? Sophie murmured smiling to
himself at the thought That I HAD Been With Jack
for dinner and go to a club That Night.

Jack was not, of course, as attractive as His

brother, but aside from the groom and Perhaps
Mark Carter, The most attractive man was holding.
And she was looking forward to have a great time
with him.
The happy couple, DESPITE Being posing
for photographers, Had not missed the looks
Between Harriet's best friend and best man.
Oh, God! I hope Sophie murmured softly
behave know.
Finn Laughed.
Think my brother would -No Agree With
That chaste comment! And Sophie is an adult and
perfectly reliable to handle Jack woman.
If it looks like its big brother, I do not think
so. - Said His new wife with a smile . Look What
Happened to me . I intention of marrying Did you
mean you and here I am, with a gold ring on His
finger Admit it , When Maclean decide to do
something, there is nothing That can stop them.
-; Of course not! It -acord him with a grin.
Which reminds me ... I know Sophie convinces
managed to all your neighbors to let us do the
banquet in your garden, but hopefully not last long.
You May be beautiful in that dress , sweetheart,
but I can not wait to take them over.

'Of God blessed! Harriet blushed at the deep

sultry tone of His voice. There is always a time
and a place for everything.
'That's Precisely what I was saying! With
Finn Smiled at her adoration. But I try not to scare
your mother.
I do not think that's possible. It is fully
convinced that you 'are the best thing since the
atom was invented!
Mrs. Wentworth HAD Nearly fainted with
joy to know That your daughter is not only
married, but did so extremely wealthy man With
An.
Well, I think that's enough said Finn
photographers before turning back to His Wife. I
left the Entire organization in the capable hands of
Sophie, but I forgot to ask how we will reach
Lansdowne Gardens. I hope you Have not
forgotten Harriet, Startled to smooth the
Functioning of the acts, was Beginning to wonder
if Sophie Would Have Happened the transportation
problem when I Noticed That Were the guests
milling at the end of the street. And then a she
Also Heard the sound of music.
'What the hell? Finn exclaimed when
something bright and colorful meat into view.
Oh, God! I can not believe it!

'That was great, Sophie Finn called -the

Appear to see the great chariot That I HAD hired
for the carnival.
Brightly decorated with flags colorful,
Hundreds of red heart shaped balloons and a
banner That read: FINN AND FINALLY
HAPPILY MARRIED HARRIET MACLEAN
Oh, God! Trish wailed When Finn led to the
blushing bride to the colorful float.
His carriage waiting, Mrs. Maclean Smiled to
pick her up and put it down gently on the platform
before jumping to His side.
May I have the honor of esta dance?. Now
and for the rest of my life? I added softly in her ear
before taking His beloved wife in His arms.
Oh yes, now and forever, Finn! I promised
her eyes blurred with tears while beaming her new
husband she loved With all her heart.
When the carriage started to move down the
street carrying newlyweds home and at the
Beginning of Their life together, Harriet Sophie
finally HAD Been Realized That right after all. If
you're very, very lucky, fairy tales: sometimes can
become reality. And it really is possible to live
happily ever after.
Mary Lyons - Sedceme (Harlequin by
Mariquia)

Original Spanish text:

Pero que tengan algo dentro de sus bonitas cabezas
rubias, aparte de un gran inters en el tamao de tu
cartera, es muy improbable.
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