“What is this about you wishing to lead a normal and boring human life?”
Amelia was startled by Liam’s sudden appearance by her side. She had just finished getting dolled up for dinner when he barged in with an outstanding rapidity. The only indication of his entrance was how he had slammed the door closed behind him, and then naturally his question – his coldly stated question.
Apart from her initial surprise, Amelia showed him no weakness. She should be scared of him. She really should be. And yet, deep down, she trusted him not to hurt her – at least not physically. She didn’t know where this trust came from, but it was there.
“What about it?” She countered levelly, looking him in the eyes. Those black pools he had for eyes were impenetrable, impassible and so damn tempting. She d
