Evelyn's heart hammered as she stammered, "N-no..."
Roman's intense gaze never left her face. "I think you understand exactly what I mean by making the pregnancy real," he said, his voice low and dangerous.
Evelyn's breath caught. "I thought this was supposed to be a business arrangement."
Roman let out a low, amused chuckle that rumbled through his chest. "It is business. But you seem to have forgotten something important—I need an actual heir. We can pretend about the pregnancy for now, but not forever."
The reality hit her like a cold wave. He meant to consummate this marriage. "But if it's just a contract, we shouldn't have to—" she started frantically.
Roman cut her off, stepping closer until she could feel the heat from his body. "Lyn," he whispered in endearment, her name rolli
