He couldn't say he wasn't enjoying it. The rush of arousal was strong, not that he had any problems with his libido when presented an opportunity. This was different, though. He felt a bit out of control. As if his need ruled all. And he found that looking at Pia with her shining dark eyes and hearing Diane's husky voice as he'd never heard it before was...pleasant.

"No, no. I am quite well," he insisted. "The sun is just so hot and I'd like somewhere dark and cool."