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worried about who might overhear than about her feelings. “I didn’t lie. She doesn’t mean a thing to me.”
    “She was on her knees in front of you. What do you call that?”
    “A blowjob.”
    “You bastard!”
    Roy shrugged. “What’s the big deal? We never had an exclusive relationship. And you don’t like to suck cock. She does.”
    Janis slapped him hard. She put everything into it, but he didn’t even flinch.
    He laughed at her. “I guess this means you don’t want to see me tonight?”

Chapter Five

    Janis gave off an anxious vibe. Noah’s acute senses picked up on it immediately.
    “How did you know where I live?” She played with a loose thread at the edge of her sweater.
    He smiled reassuringly. “Your name is on the mailbox.” He hoped she wasn’t afraid to let them in. Two six foot, four inch men could be intimidating. Maybe tonight wasn’t the best time to get better acquainted. She’d be more approachable in her office.
    Janis let out a shaky laugh. “Oh, of course.”
    Noah debated putting this visit off for another day, but she invited them in before he could make up his mind. Relieved, he followed her inside. He and Wade were anxious to conclude their business here and move on.
    “Sit down,” Janis said. “Would you like something to drink?”
    “No. Thank you.” Noah hesitated. “Actually, we stopped by to invite you to dinner.”
    “Noah and I thought you might clue us in on life in the big city,” Wade added. “You know, direct us to the best places to buy furniture. That kind of thing.”
    Janis’s eyes appeared red. She looked like she’d been crying. “I’m sorry. Maybe another time. I’m afraid I wouldn’t be very good company tonight.”
    Noah’s mind raced with possibilities. A distressed woman would be easier to manipulate. If he and Wade turned on their wolfish charm and gained her confidence, they might find out more. Even bed her if it came to that. It wouldn’t be the first time they fucked for the good of the clan. Surprised, Noah found himself thinking that fucking Ms. Outlaw would not be a hardship.
    “It might help to talk about it,” Noah prodded.
    “I don’t think so.” Janis shook her head.
    Wade caught her attention. “Why don’t we have that drink after all?”
    “Wine okay?” Janis asked.
    “That would be great.”
    Janis disappeared into the kitchen and returned with a bottle of Merlot and three wine glasses.
    Noah opened the bottle and filled the glasses to the rim. Wade lifted his in a toast. “To new friends.”
    “And hopefully new job opportunities.” Noah added, hoping to put distance between them and Roy.
    Janis frowned. “I thought you’d be working with Roy Granger?”
    “So did we. Unfortunately, when we saw Dr. Granger today he informed us that the positions were cut because of budget concerns.”
    “Son of a bitch.” Janis muttered under her breath.
    Noah’s brows arched in surprise. “It won’t affect our lease will it? We have enough money to cover our rent.”
    “No. It’s not that.” She took a big swallow from her glass. “You’re not the only ones who got screwed today. So did I. And not in a good way.”
    What had Roy done now? Noah felt his gorge rise. He exchanged a look with Wade.
    “Sorry.” Janis flushed scarlet. “I’m just so angry. Roy and I had been dating. Today I went to his office, intending to ask him to lunch, and I caught him with his pants down. Literally.” She downed the rest of the wine. “And his slut of a secretary on her knees under the desk.”
    There was a moment of stunned silence then Noah threw back his head and laughed. Wade followed, and Janis soon joined in.
    Noah regained control first. Wade actually had tears running down his cheeks, and Janis hugged her ribs as if she had a stitch in her side.
    Wade wiped his face with the back of a hand. “I’m sorry. I’m not laughing at you. I got this picture in my head, and Roy is just such a pompous ass…”
    “He’s