Chapter 31: The Dupree Bridal Store.

When Roman left the room, Nora quickly bolted the door behind him. She had scolded herself for leaving the door open, only to repeat the mistake.

She sat on the bed, touching her face in disbelief. God, the look on Roman’s face had scared and thrilled her.

For a moment, she thought he wouldn’t listen, thought he might walk over and pull the blue towel off her body. And for a dangerous, fleeting