Seduce my mind and you can have my body,
Find my soul and I’m yours forever.

~ by Anonymous ~

Shane pulled up next to the curb. She studied the cute bungalow inspired home. Very nice, she thought. She saw Ryans truck in the drive. What she didnt expect was the Black 1969, completely restored Chevy Camaro in the garage. A bad ***** truck and a muscle car Damn, could this girl get any sexier? She thought to herself.

She knocked on the door, wondering if Ryan could hear her over the music. Then she heard the barking. She heard the volume go down on the stereo a little.

Yep, shell hear. Ryan opened the door. The scent of her floated through the air and made Shane dizzy again. Max and Sam were jumping up, desperately wanting Shane to pet them.

Hey. Good Morning.Come on in.

Hey, Shane said recovering from the smell and sight of Ryan. Cute dogs, as she kneeled down and pet the dogs.

Meet Max and Sam.

They are adorable. Nice to meet you puppies, in a really cute voice.

I took the liberty of bringing you some Mocha. Hope ya like.

I love Mocha, as Ryan took the cup from Shane.

Make yourself at home, Im gonna let these guys out back for a second.

Shane looked around. She was impressed by Ryans home decorating skills. She looked at the family pictures scattered around. Nice looking family, she thought .
The music was still going on in the background and this is what she heard.

Carve the turkey turn the ball game on
Mix margaritas when the eggnog’s gone
Send somebody to the Quik-Pak store
We need some ice and an extension cord
A can of bean dip and some Diet Rite
A box of tampons and some Marlboro Lights
Hallelujah everybody say cheese
Merry Christmas from the family

Shane started laughing to herself. What the ***** is she listening too?

Ryan came back in the room. OkIm ready to go.

Hey, Ryan.great song, as she was still laughing.
You like? Its Robert Earl Keen. Ive lived on the east coast and Ive lived on the west coast, but Texas will always be my home and in my heart.

I was wondering about your accent, its very *****. Texas, hmmmm, Never been there.

Maybe sometime, I can give you a tour.

Would you dress up like a cowgirl for me? Shane said boldly with a wicked grin.

Only if youll be my horse. Ryan shot back.

Baby, you can ride me anytime. Ill take you anywhere you wanna go.

Ok..Lets go. They both were laughing as Ryan led Shane out the door.

Shane stopped and pointed in Ryans garage. Thats a nice car you got there.

OH *****! I left the garage open last night. Damn. Ryan explained to Shane how she rarely drives it and rarely lets anyone see it.

I usually leave her locked up in the garage. She was my dads and he gave her to me on my sixteenth birthday.

Her? Asked Shane.

Yes her, shes my beautiful girlher name is Sarah as she kissed the roof and petted the car.

You named your car?? Shane asked.

Shes a lady and all ladies deserve to have a name.

You know how to drive a stick?

Yes,.Shane was getting goosebumps at the thought.

Well take my truck shopping today and tonight Ill let you drive her when we go out.

Shane grinned , EXCELLENT, I would love to.

They hopped in the truck and headed out to the store.

Geez, there is like fifty gazillion people in this freakinstore, Shane groaned. Last minute shoppers were everywhere. Ryan realized Shane wasnt a seasoned Christmas shopper like she was.
They headed to the Christmas aisle. What kinda stuff do you need? Shane asked as she was picking up and looking at everything in awe. Meanwhile, Ryan was methodically going through the mental list of purchases she needed to make. Shane stared and watched her in amazement. Ryan was biting her lip and looking intense as she was studying decorations. She was so intense Ryan almost forgot Shane was there.

Shane picked up some tinsel and placed it around her neck and put a Santa hat on. She grabbed Ryan, spun her around and began to sing to her. You better not pout, oh you better not cry..cuz Santa Claus is coming to town.

A few of other shoppers laughed and smiled at them. Shane pulled Ryan really close and looked her in the eyes. Have you been a good little girl for Christmas, young lady.

Absolutely Santa, Ive been a very good girl.

Why dont you tell Santa what you want for Christmas this year. Shane didnt expect what she was about to hear.

Ryan looked into Shanes eyes, then whispered in her ear. I want you for Christmas, Shane. Then Ryan kissed two of her own fingers then gently placed them on Shanes lips.

Shane was thunderstruck. Shockwaves of heat radiated through her body. It was so sweet and gentle, yet so passionate and tempting. Shane wanted to kiss her right there in the Christmas aisle. Shane grabbed Ryans face and pulled her into her like she was going to kiss her, but she didnt, instead she said, Careful Ryan, you might just get what you are asking for.

It was Ryans turn to be thunderstruck. She was anticipating that Shane would kiss her and she didnt. Ryan swallowed hard and bit her bottom lip. She was trying to recover quickly from being up close and personal with Shane. No words needed to be spoken. Both understood the invitation that had just been given.

They finished their shopping and headed home. A truck full of Christmas presents, decorations, artificial tree, and a pizza they picked up for lunch. They brought all the packages inside. Ryan grabbed plates and drinks and Shane passed out the pizza. They at their lunch and quickly got to work.

As they were putting up the tree Shanes phone rang. It was Alice. Ok Shane, who is this all important client you been working on all day. Is that Christmas music in the background? Where ***** are you, Shane?

Al, Im kinda busy, can I call you back?

No.where are you?

Trying hard to give Shane her privacy and not to listen, Ryan was laughing at Shanes attempt to be private.

Listen AL, Ill call you tomorrow.

Tomorrow???? Tomorrow?? Youre with that FBI chick, arent ya? Woo Hoo, way to go SHANO!

NO AL..Shane said forcefully, Its not like that at all.

Surprised Alice said, WowOk Lucy, but yoouuve got some splaining to do.

Yeah, Yeah, Talk to you later, Bye. Shane quietly said and hung up.

Shane, I dont care if you talk on the phone.

Yeah I know, I just..they just dont have to know everything.

A couple of hours later the place looked like Santa Land. The tree was lit and decorated, presents wrapped, stockings hung, and a beautiful wreath graced the front door.
Both stood back and looked at the marvelous creation they had made. Shane was really proud because she had never done this before. It was something she was kinda embarrassed about and wasnt ready to tell Ryan about.

Ryan gave Shane a high five, hugged her and told her thanks. She made Shane feel so good and special. Something she hadnt felt much in her life.

What are you doing for Christmas Shane? Going to see family, family coming here or what?

Shane reluctantly answered no. She wasnt ready for the onslaught of questions that answer carried with it. She was surprised when Ryan didnt bug her about it.

Since you helped and all, you are required to spend it with me and my family. Dont even think about saying nobecause you have no choice.

Yes Mam, Agent Sawyer. I would be happy to spend Christmas with you and your family.

Inside Shane was nervous and Ryan knew she was going to have extra gentle with Shane.
What Shane didnt know was that Ryan was a Profiler for the FBI. And she had pegged Shanes past from the get go. Shane would have to be the one to take Ryan down that road. Ryan would never push her in that direction.

Well, I should go. I have a couple of errands to run and I would like to get cleaned up before we go tonight. Shane said as she was helping Ryan throw away boxes and trash.

Oksounds good. Id like to get cleaned up a little myself.

Ill be back around seven, if thats OK??

Yep, great Thanks again for today Shane. I really enjoyed spending time with you. Im really looking forward to tonight.

Me too, Shane said as she was walking backwards out the door, Me too. With that Shane blew Ryan a kiss and got into her truck.