WARNING: R–RATED SCENE 18+; STEAMY SCENE AHEAD. Roman didn’t answer. His gaze drifted to her lips before returning to her eyes. His thumb traced the curve of her jaw with reverence, afraid that if he looked away for even a second, she might disappear.

“Evelyn.” He muttered under his breath. “I can’t lose you.”

She opened her mouth to speak, but he rested a finger against her lips before a single word could escape.

“Don’t.” His eyes searched hers in desperation. “Just let me hold you tonight. Let me know you’re still with me.”

Evelyn could hear the crack in his voice. “Roman…” He kissed her before she could finish....