“You’re so beautiful,” I whispered. “I never want to lose you.”
He nuzzled his face into my breast and lifted his head, his eyes dark with emotion. “I love you, lin’de. I’m never going anywhere.” Overcome with emotion, I was surprised to realize my cheeks were moist, but then, being with Ryder was more beautiful than I could have imagined, and I had almost lost the chance to know that. It was like I was overflowing with feeling, knowing that I absolutely adored this man.
“What is it?” he asked gruffly.
“Something that I realized when they first took me.” I had to pause, because my voice trembled. Remembering the terrifying moments was making my throat close up. “I would have had only had one regret if they succeeded in killing me. I wouldn’t have had a chance to tell you how I feel.” Tearfully, I looked steadily into his eyes, wanting him to see the purity of my heart.
“How do you feel, lin’de?” His eyes caressed me with fierce tenderness.
I made sure my mind was wide open, so he could see the beauty I was feeling, the light of truth shining from my own heart and soul. They were finally at peace, putting my demons to rest.
“I love you, Ryder. I love you so much.”
I was ready to embrace the future and whatever joys and sorrows it held.
About the Author
Danube Adele wrote her first romance novel at the age of seven when she penned the sweet story of her dogs falling in love and having puppies. She’s been dreaming up romantic tales ever since.
A lifetime resident of Southern California, Danube spends time playing at the beach, camping in Joshua Tree National Park and hiking Mammoth Mountain. Always a lover of adventure, she and her husband took their sons on a cross-country road trip to Florida and back in an old Volkswagen Westfalia that had no AC, in the month of July, and still, it continues to be the best trip they ever took. Extensive travel and trying new things has kept the creative spark alive.
Danube lives in Claremont, California, with her biggest fans: her loving husband, amazing and wonderful identical twin sons, and a teddy bear of a rottweiler.