That stilled get erratic desire. "What?"
"I cannot watch you become with child again only to lose it." He held her face gently. "I'd rather I suffer from sexual frustration than hurt you."
She paused. That was why he stayed from her? Not because of her recovery, or his fear of distress, but for her heart? Gwen's chest swelled and burst with love. How could he love her anew with each passing day? He was such a valiant man.
She kissed his temple, his ear, his lips. But valiant as it was, she still needed him.
"But we can. We can."
Alexander's brows drew together as he pulled back slightly, eyeing her. "Is it an odd day?"
She nodded frantically. "It is." Was it? She did not care.
Feeling his arousal again, she ground against him. He groaned. She smiled wickedly. "Make love to me, my darling."
"Are you certain?"
