Chapter 20

She brings a trembling hand to her lips, and I can't help myself; I get out of my chair again, walking up to her so I can hold her against my chest. She leans into me, and my heart soars as her softness melts into me.

"Oh my God. I didn't know. I am so sorry." She whimpers into my chest, my hand around her waist tightening. I don't want her pity. I have long gotten over Kathryn.

"You have nothing to apologize for, Amelia," I whisper into her hair, I can't resist it, so I press a kiss to her forehead.

"But...but..."

"Shh..."

I cover her mouth with mine. It is the only thing to do. Her body is flushed against mine, and her scent is invading my senses. Against my better judgment of letting her go and nipping whatever this strong pull between us is, I kiss her.

She responds to me immediately, and I lose all train of thought. I have missed her. Fucking hell.

Amelia's soft lips move against mine with a gentleness that threatens to bring me to my k