**Roman's POV**
"Claim me, Roman. Make me yours."
I couldn't stop myself anymore. Not when she spoke like this. Not when she chased away all of my fears and doubts about myself. I have loved her since I was a child, watched her grow into a beautiful woman, and felt her brand every cell in my body with her name. I belonged to Amelia. Mind, body, heart, and soul, and she belonged to me. I could have never asked for a better mate, and best friend. I don't care for the consequences anymore. The Goddess paired us, and I am done trying to fight for what I was blessed with. Amelia is right. Why wait?
My lips connected with hers in a soft passionate kiss. I didn't devour her like I wanted, I wanted everything about tonight to be sensual. Intimate. Slow. Perfect. I cupped her face in my big han
