“I know to you we’ve just met, but—my feelings for you—” He took a deep breath and exhaled. “They’ve grown with time. I know.” He placed his hand on his heart. “In here.” He cocked his head and suddenly appeared so vulnerable for someone so massive. “Does that make sense?” My pulse raced. After two heartbeats, I admitted, “Yes.” I exhaled with a breathy sigh. “Despite all the differences, I feel something between us.” I took a shaky inhale. “More than just desire.” “Something deeper,” he agreed with a grateful smile.
