Chapter 25
Sandor Inn Dkany, Romania
Alex hung onto her for dear life. He thought if he let go, he’d lose his lifeline. “Elena.” He whispered her name and stroked her hair. For a budding moment, he thought—he knew he loved her.
“Alex.” She snuggled closer.
The love in her eyes broke his heart, made him feel like the bastard he was. He hadn’t expected this. Elena wanted him, yes, this he knew. But loved him? Now? After all these years? Had they both been in love forever and never gotten over it? Or was it mere words after tremendous passion?
His finger caressed the softness of her breast, the silver cross with ruby chips around her neck. Where had she gotten that? Better he didn’t know.
He’d ached for this gorgeous, sensuous creature, whom he’d loved for so long. Now, he’d finally mad
