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His Love Lesson
Nicki Night
The Barrington Brothers. New York’s most irresistible bachelors.After finally dumping her controlling fiancé, Chey Rodgers is ready to live life on her own terms. Moving to New York to complete her undergrad degree is step one—but getting snowed in with a sensual stranger isn’t part of the plan! Now Chey can’t stop fantasizing about the incredible lover she never expects to see again. Until her new professor walks into the classroom…Successful attorney Hunter Barrington has one semester to prove himself at his alma mater. He’s put to the test when the sultry beauty who shared his bed at a Utah ski resort reappears in his life. A secret romance with his student could cost Hunter his academic future—especially when a scheming colleague sets her sights on the eligible lawyer. Will Hunter and Chey be able to avoid scandal and attain their dreams without sacrificing their passion?
The Barrington Brothers. New York’s most irresistible bachelors.
After finally dumping her controlling fiancé, Chey Rodgers is ready to live life on her own terms. Moving to New York to complete her undergrad degree is step one—but getting snowed in with a sensual stranger isn’t part of the plan! Now Chey can’t stop fantasizing about the incredible lover she never expects to see again. Until her new professor walks into the classroom...
Successful corporate attorney Hunter Barrington has one semester to prove himself at his alma mater. He’s put to the test when the sultry beauty who shared his bed at a Utah ski resort reappears in his life. A secret romance with his student could cost Hunter his academic future—especially when a scheming colleague sets her sights on the eligible lawyer. Will Hunter and Chey be able to avoid scandal and attain their dreams without sacrificing their passion?
“Is this how you imagined your liberating solo vacation would turn out?”
“Not at all.”
“Me neither.” Hunter sniffed out a chuckle. “This is actually better than I thought it would be.”
Chey craned her neck, tossing Hunter a baffled look.
“I never thought I’d end up with a beautiful woman in my arms as we sat in front of a fireplace with a view of mountains beckoning at my side.”
Chey’s cheeks burned. She turned back toward the fire and let her head settle in the center of Hunter’s chest. No words were necessary. Hunter was right. Despite all that had gone wrong, she could have never called this and was grateful that she didn’t have to endure this alone. What would she have done had Hunter made his flight home on the first day?
“You smell amazing.” Hunter’s voice had reduced to a husky whisper.
“Thank you.” Chey smiled but didn’t turn around. “It’s one of my creations.” If Hunter kept it up, they would no longer need the fireplace for heat.
“You made that?”
“Yep.”
“That’s some talent.” She felt Hunter nod.
“You don’t smell so bad yourself,” Chey teased.
“Thanks!” Silence. Then laughter.
As the laughter subsided, Chey noticed how Hunter instinctively rubbed her arm. His touch alone was enough to keep her warm.
Dear Reader (#ulink_c23bc4e8-3e53-5ef3-9596-0b710367c83c),
I’m so very excited to share with you the second novel in the Barrington Brothers series, His Love Lesson. On this journey you will meet Chey Rodgers, a woman who is ready to take life on in a brand-new way. But the last thing she ever expected was for her plans to be intercepted by Hunter, the oldest of the Barrington brothers.
Chey Rodgers has put the past behind her and looks forward to a much brighter future—one where she finally puts her desires first. Her mind is on her career, not a relationship—until she crosses paths with Hunter. Chey may not think she’s ready to let another man into her life, but for some reason, she can’t keep her mind off Hunter. When they finally connect it’s explosive, but then people and circumstances force them apart. Will they be able find their way back to each other? Together they will learn a valuable lesson in love.
Find out how Hunter finds his way back to Chey. I truly hope you enjoy their journey.
Happy reading!
Nicki Night
His Love Lesson
Nicki Night
www.millsandboon.co.uk (http://www.millsandboon.co.uk)
NICKI NIGHT is an edgy hopeless romantic who enjoys creating stories of love and new possibilities. Nicki has a penchant for adventure and is currently working on penning her next romantic escapade. Nicki resides in the city dreams are made of, but occasionally travels to her treasured seaside hideaway to write in seclusion. She enjoys hearing from readers and can be contacted on Facebook, through her website at nickinight.com (http://www.nickinight.com), or via email at NickiNightwrites@gmail.com.
This book is dedicated to Benny Daniel, my hero and the man who taught me how to go after what I want without fear! Enjoy heaven, Dad!
Acknowledgments (#ulink_c5ee498e-dccc-59ff-99c0-6fa1fcaa2fe4)
Well, here I am again. First and foremost, I must thank God for the doors that He’s opened. He gets all the glory for everything I’ve ever accomplished.
I’m excited to deliver my second romance novel to the world, which wouldn’t have been possible without many great, wonderful and brilliant people! To all the readers of Her Chance at Love, thank you for giving me a chance. To my editor and the entire team at Mills & Boon. Glenda Howard and Shannon Criss, thanks for all you do. To my literary sisters, Zuri Day, Donna Hill, Brenda Jackson, Beverly Jenkins, Victoria Christopher Murray and ReShonda Tate Billingsley, thanks for your ears, advice, time and friendship.
To the best support system in the world, the love of my life, Les, the Daniels Clan and my entire family, thank you for always being there for me. To my girls, for keeping me inspired, laughing and for buying every book, I love you all dearly.
#DreamEnormously darlings!
Ciao,
Nicki
Contents
Cover (#u600437ba-5280-5407-a606-e3c787953e90)
Back Cover Text (#u4257fe9f-9eac-5e1f-b132-78d016110d44)
Introduction (#u888f9afd-3e08-5cab-b6ad-b76996b3fecf)
Dear Reader (#u9f4397b9-a90e-567c-b2b5-97d72f0a24c4)
Title Page (#ua250ef92-d258-565e-b071-7b90905173e7)
About the Author (#u72ada2b9-a031-5061-b5fa-4764a9d491f9)
Dedication (#u0343cf5c-2f0a-5d39-9e80-c8b99d4a90b7)
Acknowledgments (#u113a652c-ccf0-5089-bf8d-91487f3e16e3)
Chapter 1 (#u9377e7c4-9c4a-51d5-a60f-8a9b655287af)
Chapter 2 (#u58a29c4a-abeb-5c4f-b3f7-76bac4f5ccaa)
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Chapter 1 (#ulink_767ca246-c4b5-5f2a-a2b9-8b095d89a039)
“Is this the runaway bride?”
“Runaway fiancée! Get it right. We weren’t married yet,” Chey Rodgers said, snickering at her witty response to her sister’s greeting. Deanna was obviously amused. Chey cut into her fit of giggles. “How’s Mom and Dad, silly?” she said as she folded her legs under her bottom on the loveseat in her tiny living room.
“Dad is Dad. Mom is...Mom. Same snarky old woman!” Deanna laughed but stopped abruptly. “Don’t tell her I said that.” She laughed again. Chey shook her head and smiled. Her sister always managed to lighten her mood.
“I called her, but she didn’t answer.” Sometimes it was a relief when her mother didn’t answer. They were still at odds about Chey’s move.
“She’s probably out with the church ladies.”
Chey looked at the date on her laptop screen next to her on the loveseat. “You’re right. It’s Thursday. I’ll call her in the morning.”
“You know she’s still upset about everything that happened. She can’t seem to understand why you broke off the engagement and ran off to New York so quickly, or ‘that big ole city,’ as she puts it.”
“Deanna, I’ve tried to explain that to her so many times. You guys don’t know the Todd that I know. I couldn’t attach myself to him till death did us part.” Chey twisted her lips, mocking the twisted way people chose to see her big move. “I’ve been planning to go back to school for so long. I know this whole thing seems scary to Mom, but this was my chance and New York is where I need to be for what I want to do.”
“So...” Deanna paused. “How’s the big city treating you?” she said.
“New York has been great so far.”
“Have you heard from him yet?” Deanna asked cautiously.
“No.” Thank God.
“I’m surprised. You left months ago.” She seemed disappointed.
“Our relationship was over way before it was officially over. He’s so self-absorbed. He probably thinks he’s punishing me by staying away.” Chey rolled her eyes as she thought about her manipulative ex-fiancé. She hadn’t called to talk about Todd Coleman. He had finally been relocated to his rightful place in her life—the past. “I cut my hair.” She changed the subject and instinctively ran her fingers through her short crop.
“Really!” Deanna squealed. “I can’t believe it. How much did you cut?”
“All of it.”
“Uh! Excuse me?”
“I got one of those pixie cuts.”
“Oh my goodness, Chey! I have to see it. Send me a picture.”
“I will. Oh! And I can’t wait to start school.” Chey scrunched her shoulders in excitement.
“When do your classes begin?”
