Chapter 13
Carter
My body was sated though more of Ridley might keep me beside her forever.
Outside we had a red sky for the sunset, but inside, I was paralyzed. I wasn’t the kind of guy designed for marital bliss.
I couldn’t offer Ridley what she wanted. In another life, maybe, she’d be the love of my life. But I’d not take the risk.
Everyone who depended on me died. My father had been an exception since he needed a nurse and business was impersonal. Ridley though, if she and I ever fell in love for real, she’d be in danger.
I refused to let that happen to her. She was better off alone.
With a soft sigh, she sat up and her lips were curved up. Her glow only enhanced her.
She patted her belly, which was under the blue sheet and asked, “Are you hungry?”
“I can be.” I ran my hand ov
