Chapter 48

At Gianna's words, all passion instantly drained from Declan.

His desire-clouded eyes cleared as he froze, looking down at her. "Didn't we agree not to discuss marriage?"

With that, he pulled away, removing himself from her completely.

Gianna stared at him, hurt filling her eyes. "Why not? Declan, we'll have to get married eventually. Why are you refusing?"

"There is no why. When I say no marriage