Chapter Forty-Nine - Why Was He So Upset?

It was easier said than done and Christian lay awake on his side, staring at the ceiling. It was a strange wish, but he needed her admission before proceeding. He groaned inwardly at the torture, his heart prodding him to cave in. How would he survive without kissing her? He needed it just like his body needed oxygen to live!

He could feel her restlessness beside him. She wasn’t at peace with the situation, either. Yet she didn’t make a move! It was frustrating indeed! He was curious to find out what was bothering her. Why couldn’t she just give in? After all, he would marry her soon. Did she think he would ever agree to a contract marriage?

After tossing and turning the entire night, Christian woke up early to get ready to check-out of Florence. Skylar had slept late and he allowed her another hour of rest.

He was ready and waiting for her to wake up when her eyes fluttered open. They immediately landed on him sitting on the loveseat in the corner and watching her. A gasp of shock