“But I didn’t want any of the other guys here. I only wanted you.” He frowned at her and shook his head, as if that wasn’t what he wanted to hear. “I don’t know why. I’m a crippled, bitter, grumpy ass who swears too much.” “I know, but I’ve been half in love with you for months.” His eyes flared with heat before he looked down at his lap. “No, you’re not.” Shannon smacked him on the knee. “Don’t tell me I’m not in love with you.” “Ouch!”
