Isabella's soft arms slowly wrapped around his neck again, her head leaning back against the same spot on his chest, her voice playfully tinged with a hint of pride, "The feeling of the heartbeat, I want to hear it again."

Her little head nestled against his chest, a tingling sensation spreading right into her heart.

Andrew's hands rested on her shoulders, gently pushing her out of his embrace. His self-control occasionally faltered in front of her, and it wasn't wise to tempt himself ...