*Liana*

"Let's terminate the contract," I suggested to Edmond.

I was shocked that he had prepared a nice dinner for me. I was really touched. The feeling of being cherished was amazing.

Touched as I was, I fell into his arms again and almost lost control of myself. Thank goodness my senses returned and I pulled myself back again in time.

I listened to his questions and fell into a long silence as I took in his frustration. I didn't know how ...