Chapter 18When Ryland next opened his eyes, Shiloh was still in his arms, a smile on his lover’s face, and Ryland felt as if he was falling in love all over again. With a soft murmur, Shiloh woke and gazed at Ryland, his smile widening.
“Part of me was afraid it was all a dream.”
“No dream.” Ryland bent down to kiss Shiloh. “Just everything as it should be.”
“Not quite. Not yet.” Shiloh sat up, his long hair cascading around him. “I have to tell my parents and our queen. And you have to return to your friends, to free your mother from whatever hold Jabez has over her.”
“Whatever it takes to prove my love for you, I’m willing to do.” Ryland pulled Shiloh close. “All the dark, empty spaces in my heart and soul are now completed. I couldn’t live without you again.”
“You won’t have to.” S
