““We are alone.” His husky timbre tickled her heart. Kitty swallowed and turned, praying at least this once her emotions wouldn’t display on her face. “That we are.” She smiled despite how her breath came in quick, short bursts. He stepped nearer, producing a white flower in his fingers. “Are you not pleased?” She could hardly speak for what his nearness did to her heart. “Aye, I am pleased.” His gaze narrowed on her mouth then skirted away and he studied her hair. Gently tugging against the pins that held her tresses in place, he all but whispered as he let her hair tumble around her shoulders. “I am glad to hear it.” Gently, he brushed her hair behind her ear and tucked the flower in place. “Now, Kitty, I will kiss you.” He leaned near and Kitty could not resist him. Tilting her head back, she welcomed his descent and wrapped her arms around his neck, lifting on her toes to more fully return his passion.””
