Beyond Reach

His cold gaze made her hair stand on end. Her hand, which was still in his hand, froze in midair and she forgot to struggle.

Declan grabbed her wrist and yanked hard. She fell towards him, but when she was about to fall into his arms, he steadied her.

He looked into her eyes and asked, "Valerie?"

His hoarse voice sounded a little uncertain.

"Yes, it's me," Valerie said softly.

Declan paused for a