“Because of your feelings towards him or your fear that he is lying to you and wants to hurt you?”
I cleared my throat and tried to remain calm. No matter what, I couldn’t panic, or Kaiser would assume his suspicions were true.
“Kaiser, you know that it’s impossible for me to bear any feelings for anyone… but you.”
I said the words with such depth that he stared at me.
“Piper…”
“I mean it. When can I finally be your only woman?” I implored.
“What do you want, Piper? I’ve taken you with me for your safety. The only thing I asked from you is to distract my brother-in-law so he doesn’t ruin my plans.” Kaiser remained firm.
I fixed the direction of my eyes on him and answered, “How can you not know, Kaiser? What I want is simple: marriage.”
He was dumbfounded.
I co
