"Glades, you startled me." Julia lifted her head within his embrace, smiling. Her pretty face, illuminated by the streetlight, shimmered with a dazzling charm that captivated Glades Horne. His gaze intensified, locking onto her. His eyes, now filled with deep affection and tenderness, were a stark contrast to the domineering chill he'd displayed to his brothers moments before. He seemed like a completely different person.
It's said that even the toughest steel can be softened, and the strongest, hardest man will show his gentlest side to the woman he loves.
"It's cold outside; I'll carry you in," Glades murmured, bending down to pick Julia up.
"I can walk on my own." Julia automatically wrapped her arms around his neck. The intimate gesture immediately brought his warm breath to her, and her expression naturally softened.
