Vidal felt bewitched. When did emerald eyes become so very desirable? I always knew I was attracted to her, so why did I never attempt to woo her? Between our years of friendship and our burning mutual desire, we’re not far from an ideal basis for marriage. That combination should lead to a satisfying union.
Perhaps, as she had once told him, his heart had not been free before. Well, it is now, and I intend to find out whether it can be given again. Nerves flooded him. Do I dare risk my heart with a woman once more? Granted, she’s no Carmen, but what if she also finds me inadequate in the end? Will I be able to survive?
Firmly, he told himself there was no reason to fear anything of the sort would happen. Rosalind would never lead him on the way Carmen had. If nothing else, he could coun
