Evetta hurried after Ben. She could feel his concern. It was strange that just after a week, her body knew his well enough to sense his feelings. She squeezed his fingers in understanding. She had not planned on telling her sister about them yet.
She was breathless by the time he pulled her into the small room she had discovered him in a few days ago. He murmured something to his brother before the door closed, sealing them alone inside. She started to explain, but the words died on her lips when Ben pulled her into his arms and kissed her.
It was several long minutes before he released her and leaned his forehead against hers. Evetta held onto his broad shoulders for support. She drew in deep gasping breaths, stunned by the intensity behind his kisses. Her heart thundered in her chest a
