Eventually Ryan had retired to one of the sumptuous guestrooms to catch a few hours of sleep. Moira had gone with Liam to his cozy little house further up the hill. And Conor and Kiera had been left alone.
It was the moment she’d been half-dreading, yet half-anticipating, ever since they’d left for Las Vegas.
“I’ll wait as long as you need. When you’re ready, you’ve only to tell me.”
His poignant words echoed in her ears as she stared at him across the table. Now that the moment was at hand, would he keep his promise? Or would rising need overcome his innate honor?
Conor searched her anxious face, then casually reached for her hand. “I know you’re tired,” he said with a gentle smile. “But there’s one more thing we need to do before I leave.”
So he’d made his decision. Disappointment l
