Chapter 206

“Just one moment, my lady.” He walked past her towards the fireplace. In quick swift movements that were almost too eager and probably embarrassing, he set some woods and lit the fire. “Please, come closer and keep warm, my lady.” He gestured to the fireplace.

A blush spread through her cheeks, her heart fluttering in sheer bliss at his kindness and thoughtfulness for her.

“Thank you.” She walked closer until only a few feet separated her and the cracking fire. Her body brushed against his.

Callan noticed the slightest movement and longed for more. After he'd kissed her several days ago, he'd been unable to get her out of his mind. When he wasn't trying to recall his identity, he was thinking of her.

“Does your father know? That you were coming to see me, I mean?” he added in a rush when her eyes found him.

She shook her head like he expected.

“Oh.” He scratched the back of his head, licking his lips nervously. Her presence always turned him