so you won’t have to get out of the car. There are two security guards in a cottage to the north of the house. Herb Booker and Juan Lopez. They’ll make the rounds regularly, but they won’t bother you unless you press an alarm button.'
'And where are the alarm buttons?'
'Kitchen, master bath, bedroom, living room beside the phones. You’ll never be farther than a few feet from one.'
'You seem to know the setup pretty well.'
'I use this house when I come here for business. A little security never hurts.”
“Are you sure he’s not a crook?' Jane asked Eve.
'Charming,' Logan said, amused.
'I’m sure.' Eve got out of the car. 'He’s like a politician. They always have to have someone around to protect them.'
'Ouch.' Logan unlocked the front door. 'Knowing the way you feel about them, I’d rather you think I’m like a crook. Why can’t I convince you that there are honest, stalwart politicians out there?'
'We’ve always agreed to disagree.' She pushed Jane in ahead of her and turned to face Logan.
'Thank you. Go.'
'There are two extra guest rooms.”
“Go.'
'I’m going to find the kitchen and make a sandwich.' Jane moved down the hall away from them.
'See, she couldn’t bear to see me cast out. I think she likes me. Smart girl.”
“Only you could translate indifference into affection.' Eve crossed her arms over her chest.
'Go.'
'She’s not indifferent to me. We’d get along once we got used to each other. She reminds me a little of you when we first met.'
'She’s nothing like me.'
He gave a low whistle. 'Evidently, I said the wrong thing.”
“Go, Logan. Please.'
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He smiled and stroked her cheek with a finger. 'I’m going. I’m flattered you care so much about protecting me.'
Joe had not been flattered. Joe had been angry and completely unreasonable, damn him.
'Is there anything else I can do for you?'
'I assume there’s a computer and plenty of search software.”
“Come on, I manufacture computers. The office also has an excellent library.'
'Then, that’s all I need.'
“You’ll find clothes for both of you in the two main bedrooms. I’m not sure Jane’s will fit. She’s kind of small for a ten-year-old.'
'She’s big enough to be a presence.'
'I noticed.' He leaned forward and kissed her. 'Then I’m on my way. If you need me I’ll be at the Camelback Inn.'
'Dammit, Logan, I meant for you to go back to Monterey.'
'I know you did.' He started down the steps. 'I’ll leave you this rental car. I’ll go to the cottage and get a lift to the hotel from one of the security guys.'
'You listen to me, Logan. I’ve already taken more than I should from you. I’ll feel guilty as hell if I get you in trouble.'
'Good. Guilt can be useful in the hands of a clever man, and it shows you care about me.'
'There was never any doubt about that, and you know it. After all we’ve been through together, I’d have to be a robot not to care about you.'
He smiled back at her over his shoulder. 'That’s what I’m banking on.”
“Logan.'
He shook his head. 'No, Eve. You can keep me from living in the same house with you, but you can’t keep me from being nearby.' He winked. 'Besides, I’m anticipating the moment when Joe finds out that I’m the one who’s been helping you.'
Before she could answer he’d disappeared around the side of the house. She should probably never have let him help her. Logan didn’t know the meaning of a limited involvement.
No, that wasn’t really true. He’d been very careful about observing the parameters she’d put on their
