Chapter 16

Kade had gotten a new headset and loved hearing Crystal cheer when either he or she took a hit - even if it was from each other. She wasn't meek about it either, but joked around with him and celebrated just like he did.

"Aw, come on." Kade rubbed the back of his neck. "Give me some help here, you're totally stomping me."

"You don't think one out of twelve is good enough odds for you?" Crystal's voice sexy and low through his headphones made him yearn to have her on his side... and other places.

"No." He chuckled. "I think you creaming me gives me a reprieve and for you to play on my team, or at least give me some tips."

"Only if you'll commit to lunch in half an hour?" Was she asking him out on a date? "I'll pick you up."

Hell, yes. "Deal. Now let's play one more round."

"If you're going to be on my team, then you'll need to play by my rules." He sat up straighter and couldn't stop the grin on his face.