Under the Sheik's Protection. C.J. Miller

damage I have brought into your life. I’m looking after you and the people I am working with in America. I am concerned about you.”

      Even if he hadn’t implied interest in her as a lover, how could she say no to that? “It’s best if you talk to Owen. He’ll be making the arrangements.”

      “I will do that directly.”

      Wasn’t Saafir concerned that the assassins would return to take another shot at him? “Are you planning to return to Qamsar? Perhaps work through an intermediary?” Sarah asked.

      Saafir shook his head and relief tumbled through her. She wasn’t sure how to handle him being so close, but she didn’t want him to leave. What she had with him didn’t feel over.

      His face was determined. “I will work through these negotiations until they reach their conclusion. I will not bow to terrorists or political pressure by running home in fear.”