Excerpt-Get into Adam's head (More Than Useful)

Have you been curious about my newest Hot Bods book, but just not sure yet? Well today I am going to share with you an excerpt to give you a little insight into Adam from More Than Useful. I hope you enjoy it.Buy Links: Amazon / Nook / BeachwalkPress
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Parking his patrol car in front of Sweet Muffins bakery, Adam took a deep breath. It was Wednesday, not his usual day to be here. Normally today he would be at some fast food place eating a stale biscuit and wishing he was here. There was something about Amy; she stirred unusual desires in him. He lusted over her, sure, but something about that sweet face of hers kept bringing him back.

A relationship was the last thing he wanted. He was too busy working his way up in his job. He didn’t want to be a patrol officer forever. He liked it all right; he worked a lot of hours but not as many as those above him. The amount of time his co-workers spent on the job was one reason he hadn’t pushed for a promotion.

He didn’t think he was ready to settle down, but he was tired of the one-night stands. Being an officer, women fell at his feet. He yearned for something more, maybe a girlfriend. Even that thought scared him. Raking his hands through his hair, he wondered again what in the hell was he doing here. Amy was not the “play with” kind of girl. But he found himself drawn to her and was ready to ask her out.

Nervousness swept through him as he stepped out of the car. Slowly, he made his way to the bakery door. He took a deep breath and grabbed the handle, hearing the bell jingle as he entered. His eyes darted around the small place and took in everyone. Rooms always quieted when he walked in with his uniform on.

As he headed toward the counter to order, she stood there, her gaze focused on him. Today she wore a tight fitting bright yellow shirt. Her hazel colored eyes really stood out. Brushing her bangs to the side, she flashed him a flirty grin and he hoped it was only for him.

He cleared his throat and stepped up to the counter. “Hi.”

“Well, hi.” She beamed. “Same as usual?”

“Not today.”

“Ooo, a change. I like that.”

Laughing, he said, “I figured I might want to try something else.”

“What can I get you then?”

She was beautiful. Once again, seeing her sweet and innocent face, he had to remind himself that getting involved with her was dangerous. She was likely to steal his heart and make him feel things. Yet, here he stood, ready to take this up a level.

“A date?”

“A date muffin?” She looked confused, and he liked that he had caught her off guard.

“No, a date with you.”

He watched as her grin seemed to get even bigger. That was a good thing, he hoped. It seemed he had a chance of not getting turned down.

“I’d like that.” She spoke in a quieter voice.

“I’m off duty Friday evening, does that work for you?”

She nodded.

Happiness leapt through his body. She said yes and he didn’t know why he was so giddy. He couldn’t recall ever feeling this excited about a date before.

“Is there anything else I can get you?” she asked.

His gaze dropped to her lips a moment, and he imagined how soft they would feel against his. Wondered if they tasted as good as he thought they would.

“Uh, let me try a blueberry walnut muffin.”

“Those are my special today.” She turned to head to the container where all the bakery items were kept. She returned with a brown paper bag, rolled up tightly, and a cup of coffee. She handed it to him as he gave her the money. “I’ll be looking forward to Friday.”

“Me too.”

He started to turn to leave when she called to him. “Um, should we exchange numbers or something? That way I can let you know where I live. Or do you want to meet somewhere?”

His face flushed, and embarrassment was all he felt. How could he have forgotten something as simple as a number?

Setting his order down on the counter, he pulled out his cellphone, trying to appear collected. “What’s you number?”

She told him and he programmed it in.

“I think you’ve got everything now.” She giggled.

While grabbing his order he said, “I think so. I can already tell you’re going to be useful.”

He gave her a slight nod and rushed back toward his patrol car to try and gather himself. Sitting down, he let out a long breath. He felt a little stupid and hoped he hadn’t made a fool of himself.

Opening the bag, he reached in to take out his muffin. He took a bite without looking and he recognized the flavor. Pulling it away, he saw he was eating his usual banana nut. A quick glance in the bag and he saw another muffin, the blueberry walnut, and a small note.

Just in case you didn’t like the blueberry.

Amy, x o

A whole new emotion flooded through his body, and he couldn’t quite pinpoint what it was. One thing he did know—it was nice, but it scared the hell out of him.

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