Texas OilMan's Bride (Mail Order Bride Series) by Susan Leigh Carlton Page A
Authors: Susan Leigh Carlton
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could. Will you agree to that?”
“All I ever wanted was a chance to work with you Johnny. I don’t have a hidden agenda. Are you asking me to work on the blowout preventer?”
“I am. I don’t want you to hold back. If you think I’m missing something, tell me. If you have a suggestion, put it on the table. Deal?” he said and extended his hand.
“Deal,” she said, and shook the hand.
Aside from the unexpected kiss the previous night, it was the first time he had touched her. The warm, soft hand touching his sent shocks through his body. It was a strange feeling. One he didn’t understand. Holding the hand a little longer than necessary, he released it as a flush crept into his cheeks.
He’s embarrassed, Laura thought to herself I wonder what Rebecca said to bring this change out. Whatever it was, I’m glad.
They worked through the day together, with the close proximity causing occasional touching of their hands and arms. Each contact caused electrical tremors in Johnny. The rest of the department had already called it a day, when Johnny said, “I think we’re at a stopping point. We made some progress today and you had some really good ideas.”
As they made their way out of the building, Johnny said, “I’d like to have dinner with you. If I promise to behave, will you?”
“I’d like that,” she said.
“I’ll come by at seven if that’s okay,” Johnny said.
“Seven will be fine. I’ll be ready,” she said. “It’s been a good day, and I enjoyed it. Thank you.”
When Johnny returned home, he was pleased to find Rebecca was still in town. Are you going out?” he asked.
“I’m having dinner with Bill,” she said. “Do you have plans?”
“I’m taking Laura to dinner,” he said.
“Good. Maybe there’s hope for you after all.”
Chapter 10: The First Date
Seconds after the knock on the door, it was opened by Laura. With her blonde hair up, and her slender neck, she was a vision of loveliness. The filmy blue dress accented her blue eyes, framed by long eyelashes.
Having only seen her in conservative, non-threatening work clothes, Johnny was stunned. She was unbelievably beautiful. Raised in a house of beautiful females, beginning with his mother and ending with his two sisters, he usually paid little attention to female appearance. “You look terrific,” he stammered. “I mean you look great out of work clothes. Ahhh, I’m sorry, that didn’t come out the way I intended. I’ll be the envy of every man we see.”
Laura smiled, her perfect, white teeth brightening the room. Her eyes sparkled, showing her delight in his discomfort. “Thank you, Jonathon. That’s very nice of you to say. I don’t have the occasion to wear this dress often. I hope it’s suitable for what you have planned.”
“It is perfect. Sousa’s Band is performing at the Kyle Opera House. I thought we might go there and then have dinner,” he said.
“It sounds wonderful. I went to one of his concerts when I was at Harvard. I love his music,” she said.
“Good, I wasn’t sure whether you would like it or not. I haven’t gone out much since college, and really didn’t know what might work,” he said. “Our carriage is waiting, if you’re ready,” he said.
Picking up a small, lace covered purse, the same color as her dress, she said, “I’m ready.” Johnny held the door for her and pulled it closed behind him. He took her elbow as they went down the steps. The touch of her skin caused shivers up and down his back, causing him to wonder about his reaction. This is getting to me , he thought. I’ve never experienced this kind of feeling . I’m nervous being this close to her. Why?
As they approached the carriage, Johnny took her hand to assist her. She raised the hem of her dress so as not
“All I ever wanted was a chance to work with you Johnny. I don’t have a hidden agenda. Are you asking me to work on the blowout preventer?”
“I am. I don’t want you to hold back. If you think I’m missing something, tell me. If you have a suggestion, put it on the table. Deal?” he said and extended his hand.
“Deal,” she said, and shook the hand.
Aside from the unexpected kiss the previous night, it was the first time he had touched her. The warm, soft hand touching his sent shocks through his body. It was a strange feeling. One he didn’t understand. Holding the hand a little longer than necessary, he released it as a flush crept into his cheeks.
He’s embarrassed, Laura thought to herself I wonder what Rebecca said to bring this change out. Whatever it was, I’m glad.
They worked through the day together, with the close proximity causing occasional touching of their hands and arms. Each contact caused electrical tremors in Johnny. The rest of the department had already called it a day, when Johnny said, “I think we’re at a stopping point. We made some progress today and you had some really good ideas.”
As they made their way out of the building, Johnny said, “I’d like to have dinner with you. If I promise to behave, will you?”
“I’d like that,” she said.
“I’ll come by at seven if that’s okay,” Johnny said.
“Seven will be fine. I’ll be ready,” she said. “It’s been a good day, and I enjoyed it. Thank you.”
When Johnny returned home, he was pleased to find Rebecca was still in town. Are you going out?” he asked.
“I’m having dinner with Bill,” she said. “Do you have plans?”
“I’m taking Laura to dinner,” he said.
“Good. Maybe there’s hope for you after all.”
Chapter 10: The First Date
Seconds after the knock on the door, it was opened by Laura. With her blonde hair up, and her slender neck, she was a vision of loveliness. The filmy blue dress accented her blue eyes, framed by long eyelashes.
Having only seen her in conservative, non-threatening work clothes, Johnny was stunned. She was unbelievably beautiful. Raised in a house of beautiful females, beginning with his mother and ending with his two sisters, he usually paid little attention to female appearance. “You look terrific,” he stammered. “I mean you look great out of work clothes. Ahhh, I’m sorry, that didn’t come out the way I intended. I’ll be the envy of every man we see.”
Laura smiled, her perfect, white teeth brightening the room. Her eyes sparkled, showing her delight in his discomfort. “Thank you, Jonathon. That’s very nice of you to say. I don’t have the occasion to wear this dress often. I hope it’s suitable for what you have planned.”
“It is perfect. Sousa’s Band is performing at the Kyle Opera House. I thought we might go there and then have dinner,” he said.
“It sounds wonderful. I went to one of his concerts when I was at Harvard. I love his music,” she said.
“Good, I wasn’t sure whether you would like it or not. I haven’t gone out much since college, and really didn’t know what might work,” he said. “Our carriage is waiting, if you’re ready,” he said.
Picking up a small, lace covered purse, the same color as her dress, she said, “I’m ready.” Johnny held the door for her and pulled it closed behind him. He took her elbow as they went down the steps. The touch of her skin caused shivers up and down his back, causing him to wonder about his reaction. This is getting to me , he thought. I’ve never experienced this kind of feeling . I’m nervous being this close to her. Why?
As they approached the carriage, Johnny took her hand to assist her. She raised the hem of her dress so as not
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