Romano had hurt her too many times in the past with his careless disregard, his other women, and his contempt.

She would not allow Romano into her heart again. 

Finally clueing in to the fact that Eliza was not as into the cuddling as he was, Romano lifted himself up onto his elbow, resting his head on his hand and looking absolutely gorgeous in all his naked splendor.

"Cara? Tesoro, what's wrong?"

Eliza nearly laughed out loud at the ridiculous question before struggling in earnest to escape ...