amber and gold highlights, and her eyes were a soft sea-foam green that darkened and lightened depending upon her emotions.
She had flawless creamy skin that was unmarred by makeup and artifice, and her figure was something he was certain he would fantasize about. Full, lush breasts, a narrow waist and generous hips gave her a classic hourglass shape that appealed both to the man and the artist within him.
He found her interesting and most importantly, mysterious. Morgan had always been attracted to the mysterious. There was enough mystery in Sara’s eyes to keep him interested, he suspected, for a very long time.
When the evening came to an end, he was disappointed. They all walked out together. “Where’s your car?” he asked.
“I rode with Kel,” she replied. “We’re parked across the street.”
“Oh, okay. This was fun, Sara. I’d like to call you, if that’s okay.”
“I’d really like that,” she replied and dug a card out of her oversized canvas purse.
Morgan read the card and smiled. “I’d like to see some of your work.”
“Maybe,” she said with a smile. “Good night, Morgan. It’s been a real honor meeting you.”
“Please, no more of that,” he said with a laugh. “I’ll call you soon. Good night, Sara.”
She smiled and stood on tiptoe to plant a gentle kiss on his cheek, then turned and literally danced away with Kelly, the two of them laughing and bumping into one another the way women are prone to do who are comfortable and happy in one another’s company. Morgan smiled as he watched Sara take Kelly’s hand as they crossed the street.
“That Kelly’s really something,” Chris said from beside him. “I take it you don’t mind if I call her.”
“Seems like a good idea to me,” Morgan replied then turned to his friend with a smile. “Thanks. I needed this.”
“It’s good to see you smile again,” Chris replied and slapped Morgan on top of the shoulder in a brotherly manner. “Give me a call if you want to get in a game of racquetball later this week.”
“Will do,” Morgan replied.
“Later,” Chris said and turned to head for his car.
Morgan stood there a few moments longer. What had started out to be a horrible day had taken a very interesting turn. Sara had eased the torment and made him feel at ease with himself. He wished he could think it was a permanent fix, but would be happy to just have the feeling last through the night.
Chapter Four
Sara stood in the darkness of her bedroom and stared at the framed photograph on the wall. She would never view the image in the same light. Meeting Morgan Nicholaus had changed that. Not only had it been one of the biggest surprises of her life, it was an experience that had generated unexpected results.
Like the Sight trying to take her in the middle of a crowded bar. That had never happened before. What was it about Morgan that had such a profound effect on her? Was her sexual attraction for him confusing her, making her get her wires crossed? No, it was more than that. He had to be the man she was sent here for.
But what was she supposed to save him from? He was famous and wealthy and from all appearances led an enviable life. She sank down on the floor, still staring at the photograph, watching the light from the window slant across the wall, illuminating the woman’s face and turn her hair to radiance.
Who are you, Morgan Nicholaus? What do you mean to me and how am I supposed to save you?
She had to know the answers. Determined to start the quest for them immediately, she rose and went into her office, or studio as she sometimes called it. She started her Mac and sat down in front of it, pulling the oversized graphics tablet to her lap.
The familiar image of a lotus blossom appeared on the screen. Once she’d created a new file, she picked up the stylus and let her hand lie limply on the tablet. As she’d been taught by Danu, she closed her eyes and took a long deep breath. She made sure to