Page 41 of Her Tempting Protector

He snorted.

“Serious to God. You have gotten us further than we should have gotten. And I know, deep down inside, you’re the only man in this world who has a chance to get us safely to Khartoum.”

“Thanks for the pressure, Babe.”

“I can’t help but notice your huge grin. I know SEALs, you thrive under pressure.”

His gaze narrowed. “Just what SEALs do you know, and how well do you know them?”

“Get us to the next town and I’ll dole out more information. How’s that for incentive?”

She looked tired. Beautiful, but tired, and there she was trying to make him feel better about a freakin’ lousy situation. God love her. He cupped the side of her face and smiled. “I’m going to be looking forward to something a little more substantial than just a story.”

He watched in fascination as a blush creeped up her throat to suffuse her face.

“Carys, I know you’re going to ensure Shada and Adam are taken care of, but scrounge through my pack, make sure you grab some food for yourself and stay hydrated.”

She nodded. “I’ll get some for you too.”

Of course, she would.