(Here comes the second update - less than 20 votes away from the 900 goal! Keep voting and aim for a total of four updates tonight. By the way, if we dared to reach 950 votes, I would dare to pull an all-nighter to churn out a fifth update.)
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Just the thought of it provoked an unusual wave of emotions in her - on one hand, a twinge of bitterness, and on the other, a hint of panic. And yet, Yves King's changed demeanor, his tender and precise attention towards her, did wonders in quieting her restless heart.
Especially when he had gently carried her back into the room, treating her softly, as if she were a fragile, rare treasure. For some inexplicable reason, his muscular arms and his distinct masculine scent always evoked a sense of security in her.
"Let it be, Faye. Since it's come to this, if he can continue treating me well, maybe it wouldn't be such a bad outcome." A faint, content smile slipped onto her lips.
