~ Chapter 23 ~
Rose finally broke the kiss, her arms still wrapped around him, and she grinned. His hands ran over her back before they grazed her ass and he lifted her, her legs wrapping around his hips. Her eyes locked with his and once more, her head moved as she pressed her lips against his. This time her only excuse was that she wanted to do that, that she really enjoyed his kisses. After a few moments, he broke the kiss and walked to the shore, although he didn’t put her down or let her go. He pulled back and looked her over. She ducked her head, all of a sudden feeling self-conscious, and tried to pull her arms in to cover herself but he grabbed them and shook his head. “I’m just admiring you, Rose. You are a beautiful woman and I feel so lucky to have you in my arms.” She played with his hair t
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