**Chapter 70** **Rick's POV** I knew what I was doing was wrong. She wanted to call her parents, so after I teased her for a few moments, I reminded her that she wanted to speak with them. I handed her a robe, then she got her cell phone out. “Hi Mom, hi Dad, yeah, we made it safe and sound, and had the Luna ceremony shortly after,” she said, her voice light and airy. “I can’t wait for you to visit as well. I love y’all. I’ll call tomorrow, I’m tired, so I’m going to get some sleep. I love y’all,” then she hung up, placing the phone on the nightstand. A wave of guilt washed over me. She was so innocent, so trusting. I watched as she tied the robe around herself, the soft fabric clinging to her curves. God, she was beautiful. "Tired?" I asked, trying to keep my voice neutral. She turn

